RR Auction: October 2018 Civil War Memorabilia Auction

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AUTHENTICATORS AND CONSULTANTS JOHN REZNIKOFF, UNIVERSITY ARCHIVES

John is the founder of University Archives, a leading firm specializing in the appraisal and authentication of documents and manuscripts.

He is affiliated with multiple professional organizations dedicated to the autograph industry, was a contributing editor for Autograph Collector magazine, and is a PSA/DNA authenticator. Letters of Authenticity are available on certain lots. Priced upon request*

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ROGER EPPERSON SIGNED, SEALED, AND DELIVERED/REAL

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PHIL SEARS COLLECTIBLES

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

FRANK CAIAZZO, BEATLES AUTOGRAPHS

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

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

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RICH CONSOLA

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CONTENTS

Presidents and First Ladies.................................................................................4

Notables............................................................................................................29 Military...............................................................................................................69 Aviation..............................................................................................................92 Space................................................................................................................98 Art, Architecture, and Design...........................................................................102

Comic Art and Animation ................................................................................110

Literature.........................................................................................................114

Music.............................................................................................................. 147 Classic Entertainment.....................................................................................173

The John Brennan Collection .........................................................................197

Sports............................................................................................................. 204 Conditions of Sale.......................................................................................... 210

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presidents & first ladies

1. George Washington. Remarkable hand-drawn survey map by George Washington, with an eight-line handwritten

endorsement on the reverse, one page, 8 x 12.75, June 20, 1771. At the top of the page, Washington draws a survey map of land comprising 587 acres in the Ohio Valley, annotating two geographical landmarks: “Indian, old field” and “Island.” On the reverse, Washington writes: “Mem’m of the Warrants laid upon this Tract. Part of Posey’s—187 ac’s, Gutrick Crump—200, Marshah Pratt—50, Rob’t Scott—50, Jesse Scott—50, Jno. Poe—50: 587.”

Below Washington’s sketch on the front is a description written by fellow surveyor Col. William Crawford, in part: “June 20th 1771, Then surveyed for Colo. George Washington a Tract of Land upon the Ohio, being the first Bottom of the East side of the River, above a creek.” He goes on to describe land and provide coordinates. Attractively corner-mounted, matted, and framed with a portrait and a color copy of Washington’s writing on the reverse to an overall size of 22.25 x 20.5. In fine condition, with a reinforced fold next to Washington’s handwriting. Starting Bid $2500

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Jefferson and Madison dispatch a schooner to St. Thomas

2. Thomas Jefferson and James Madison. Fantastic partly-printed DS, signed

“Th: Jefferson” as president and “James Madison” as secretary of state, one page, 22 x 17.25, June 12, 1805. Four-language ship’s paper issued to “William L. Lavender, master or commander of the Schooner called the John…lying at present in the port of Washington bound for St. Thomas and laden with Scantling Shingles Peas and Tobacco.” Prominently signed in the center by President Jefferson and countersigned by Secretary of State Madison. The white paper seal affixed to the left side remains fully intact. Professionally de-acidified, encapsulated in Mylar, and presented in an elaborate oversized cloth presentation folder with custom-made slipcase. In very good to fine condition, with dampstaining to the top and center, small stains touching Jefferson’s signature, and repairs to splitting along folds. Starting Bid $500

Fantastic Madison–Monroe privateer’s commission issued during the War of 1812 3. James Madison and James Monroe. Superb partly-printed

DS, signed “James Madison” as president and “Jas. Monroe” as secretary of state, one page, 15.75 x 12.75, July 23, 1812. Desirable privateer document issued during the early part of the War of 1812, in part: “I have commissioned, and by these presents do commission, the private armed Schooner called the Lottery, of the burthen of two hundred & six tons, or thereabouts, owned by Samuel Smith, James A. Buchanan, John Hollins, John Smith Hollins, & Michael McBlair, mounting six carriage guns, and navigated by thirty men, hereby authorising John Southcomb Captain, and Thomas Baker Lieutenant of said schooner and the other officers and crew thereof to subdue, seize and take any armed or unarmed British vessel, public or private, which shall be found within the jurisdictional limits of the United States or elsewhere on the high seas.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by President Madison and countersigned by Secretary of State Monroe. The crisp white paper seal affixed to the lower left remains fully intact. In very good to fine condition, with a few small stains, and light toning, and a short split, along the intersecting folds. Starting Bid $200 www.RRAuction.com | 5

Draft of his poetic eulogy for a former cabinet member

4. John Quincy Adams. Handwritten manuscript draft by John Quincy Adams, unsigned, four pages on two adjoining

sheets, 6.75 x 8.5, no date but circa 1842. Adams composes a poetic eulogy, given before Congress in honor of his late colleague Samuel L. Southard, who had served in his cabinet as Secretary of the Navy. In small part: “He is gone! Full not of years but of honors in which had the undiscerning shaft of death pierced another bosom instead of his own it would have elevated him to the summit of power in this union and made him at this moment, the chief ruler of the land. Earthly honours and earthly powers for him are deposited in that Tomb, to which we are about to follow his earthly remains. During the period of six years while we were united as colleagues and fellow servants in the Executive department of the Government, my personal relations with Mr. Southard necessarily became of daily occurrence, intimate and in the highest degree confidential and they opened to my attentive observation of his character a mine of intellectual and moral worth richer than diamonds or rubies.” In fine condition, with small repairs to fold splits. In mentioning Southard’s closeness to “the summit of power in this union,” Adams makes reference to his position as president pro tempore of the Senate—next in the line of presidential succession, should President Tyler have passed away while in office. A moving and powerful remembrance written by the former president, who was then representing Massachusetts in Congress. Starting Bid $200

The elderly Adams sends “a few lines written by my own hand”

5. John Quincy Adams. ALS, one page, 8 x 9.75, January 1, 1846.

Letter to “Francis O. French, Son of Benjamin B. French, Clerk of the House of Representatives of the United States.” In full: “With the dawn of new years day I cheerfully comply with your request communicated to me by my respected friend your father for a few lines written by my own hand. Considering the request itself is at once a flattering compliment to me and a proof of generous sentiments in you no more suitable person could present itself for the return of kind wishes and fervent prayers, that a long succession of virtuous, useful and prosperous years, may be the bounties of Providence be lavished on your future life, which ascend to the giver of all good from the heart of your aged friend.” In fine condition.

Starting Bid $200

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Maj. Gen. Jackson becomes ‘Old Hickory’ 6. Andrew Jackson. Manuscript DS, signed “An-

drew Jackson, Major Genl.,” one page, 7.5 x 13, April 23, 1813. Pay order submitted to Edward Mitchell for the transportation of sick soldiers during the War of 1812, in full: “To Seventeen days hauling of the sick and their Baggage from Mitchells stand in the Choctaw Nation of Indians to the Tennessee River, they being part of the detachment of Tennessee Volunteers under Genl. A. Jackson, at $10 per day, being performed by two waggons ($170)—To 16 days hauling from the Tenessee River to Nashville by two waggons, eight days each at three dollars per day ($48)($208) Cr. By Sundry Deductions ($19.25), for finding the waggon horses ($198.75). The assistant Dep’y Q’r master will pay Edward Mitchell the above sum of one hundred & ninety right dollars & seventy five cents, it being for the transportation of the sick & their Baggage who were part of the detachment under my command.” The reverse is endorsed by Edward Mitchell. In very good to fine condition, with tape reinforcements to fold splits on the reverse, and several small areas of ink erosion.

Jackson received his first opportunity to lead in 1813. He and the 2nd Division of Tennessee Volunteers were sent north of Natchez to defend against a possible attack by the British on New Orleans. When Jackson received an order to disband his troops immediately, he refused to cast his volunteers adrift to find their own way home, and pledged his own money to finance the supplies for the trip back along the Natchez Trace to Tennessee. He gave up his horses for the sick, walking alongside his men and encouraging them as needed, disciplining them as necessary. His determination, combined with his willingness to suffer alongside his men, caused his men to come up with the nickname ‘Old Hickory’—to his men, Jackson was as unyielding as an old hickory tree. Starting Bid $300

One thousand acres awarded for service “in the Virginia Line on Continental Establishment” 7. Andrew Jackson. Desirable vellum manuscript DS as

president, one page, 14.5 x 12.75, April 10, 1831. Ornate land grant, in part: “In consideration of Military Service performed by Adam Wallace a Captain for three years to the United States, in the Virginia Line on Continental Establishment…There is granted by the United States unto Samuel Wallace heir at law of the said Adam Wallace a certain tract of Lands containing one thousand acres situate between the Little Miami and Sciota Rivers northwest of the river Ohio.” Prominently signed at the conclusion by President Jackson and countersigned by Commissioner of the General Land Office Elijah Haywood. The white paper seal affixed to the lower left remains fully intact. In very good condition, with trimmed edges, creasing and soiling, and a few small areas of vellum loss not affecting any text. Starting Bid $200

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President Taylor recognizes the appointment of a Portuguese consul 8. Zachary Taylor.

Partly-printed DS as president, signed “Z. Taylor,” one page, 15 x 12.75, January 4, 1850.

Diplomatic commission in which President Taylor recognizes the appointment of Cezar Henrique Stuart de la Figaniere as “Consul general of the Portuguese Nation in the United States of America, to reside in New York.”

Signed at the conclusion by Taylor, and countersigned

by Secretary of State John M. Clayton. Lower left retains original white paper seal. Double-matted and framed with a commemorative medallion and an engraved portrait to an overall size of 29 x 20. In very good to fine condition, with a bit of foxing, and some staining along one of the moderate intersecting folds; medallion within frame off-center but capable of being easily fixed. Starting Bid $300

9. Zachary Taylor. Partly-

printed DS, signed “Z. Taylor, Col. 1st Infy.,” one page both sides, 11.25 x 17.5, March 26, 1833. Taylor’s report for the month of February 1833 for Wisconsin’s Fort Crawford, which lists the presence or absence of various officers, alterations to the number of men, remarks in regard to “Noncommissioned Officers, Musicians, Artificers, and Privates, on Extra or Daily Duty,” and reverse featuring a list of names of “Non-commissioned Officers and soldiers required in explanation of the ‘Alterations since last return.’” Signed boldly by Taylor as the commanding officer of the regiment. In very good condition, with edge tears, paper loss, and complete separation into three pieces along its folds; despite the flaws, the signature is bold and completely unaffected. Starting Bid $200

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Amid crisis in the Union, Buchanan predicts the Democrats’ success 10. James Buchanan. ALS, one page,

7.75 x 9.75, September 4, 1856. Letter to James Macmanus, in part: “I return you the enclosed with many thanks for the opportunity which you have afforded me of perusing it as a historical curiosity. The whole affair is antiquated & has lost its interest. I am glad to learn from yourself & other friends ‘that Old Centre will be herself again’ at the approaching election. I have always confidently believed that the sentiments in favor of the union, at this crisis when it is in imminent peril, would produce results in favor of the Democrats which few have anticipated.”

In fine condition, with scattered light creasing. Buchanan, a Democrat, would go on to be elected as president in the 1856 election. Starting Bid $200

Boldly signed 1864 warrant for the pardon for seven men 11 . A b r a h a m Lincoln. Superior

partly-printed DS as president, one page, 8 x 10, June 24, 1864.

President Lincoln authorizes and directs “the Secretary of State to affix the Seal of the United States to a warrant for the pardon of George Flower, Thomas Gilbert, Nicholas Martich, James Thompson, Antonio Germinovich, Thomas Kaltray, and James Perkins.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by President Lincoln. Elegantly triple-matted and framed with an engraved portrait behind UV-protective acrylic to an overall size of 21.5 x 17. Affixed to a larger sheet and in fine condition, with light show-through at the corners from mounting on the reverse. President Lincoln exercised his ability to pardon, a presidential power granted by the Constitution, a total of 343 times during his administration. This particular pardon was executed at a key moment in Lincoln’s life: he had been nominated for a second term at the Republican National Convention on June 14th, and formally accepted the nomination a few days after this pardon on June 27th. An appealing example boasting a bold, clear signature.

Starting Bid $1000

Sought-after legal document endorsed by ‘Honest Abe’ 12. Abraham Lincoln. Partial manuscript DS, signed by Abraham Lincoln, “And the plaintiff doth the like, James & Lincoln p.q.,” one page, 7.75 x 3, no date but circa 1852. Fragment of a legal document penned in another hand, in part: “And for further plea in his behalf to the first second third and fourth counts in said plaintiff’s declaration mentioned, said defendant comes and defends the wrong and injury when &c, and says that the said supposed writings or notes in said counts mentioned are not the writings or notes or deeds of the president & trustees of the town of Belkin, and of this she puts herself upon the County.” In very good to fine condition, with two small pieces of clear tape at the ends of the fold splits on the reverse. During this period Lincoln had solidified his reputation as a talented lawyer after representing the Alton & Sangamon Railroad against one of its shareholders in 1851. It was Lincoln’s unwavering integrity in his legal practice that gave rise to his famous nickname, ‘Honest Abe.’ Starting Bid $300 www.RRAuction.com | 9

Grant supports preservation of records to be used “for future histories written about the war of the rebellion” 13. U. S. Grant. ALS, two pages

on two adjoining sheets, 4.75 x 7.75, February 8, 1885. Letter to “Hon. S. J. Randall, Chairman of Committee on Appropriations.”

In full: “I have just learned that your Committee has left out the appropriation for the pay of General Marcus J. Wright, who has been engaged for some years in furnishing Confederate reports, dispatches, returns of troops &c. &c. for the Rebellion Record, which is now being published by the War Department. I hope this omission may be corrected. These records furnish most of the data for future histories written about the war of the rebellion. General Wright has no doubt furnished more of the material from the southern side than all other persons combined, leaving out those captured by the Army, and others purchased by Congress. I think his services will be valuable for some years yet if he is retained.” In overall fine condition. Accompanied by two ALSs by Wright, each one page, dated 1880 and 1897, one referencing “the letter book of Gen. Lee” and the other discussing “General Lee’s original letters to Gen. Grant regarding negotiations for surrender at Appomatox [sic].”

In 1878, former Confederate General Marcus J. Wright was appointed as the War Department’s agent for collecting Confederate military records. Grant’s intercession on his behalf appears to have been successful, as Wright would remain in the role until 1917. His work became the basis for the southern half of the War Department’s massive 127-volume publication War of the Rebellion: Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies. A superb letter revealing Grant’s interest in the collection and preservation of primary source materials from “the war of the rebellion.” Starting Bid $200

14. U. S. Grant. Unusual purple ink signature, “U. S. Grant,” on an offwhite 6.5 x 4 album page. In fine condition, with soiling to the right side, easily matted out. Starting Bid $200

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Important 1866 letter withdrawing troops after an attack by the James-Younger Gang 15. U. S. Grant. ALS signed “U. S. Grant, General,” one page, lightly-lined, 5 x 5,

December 21, 1866. Letter to Major General Winfield Scott Hancock. In full: “If you have not sent a company to Lexington, you need not do so. If it has been sent withdraw it.”

Attractively double-cloth-matted and framed with an engraved portrait to an overall size of 14 x 22. In very good condition, with scattered foxing and toning. Accompanied by two full letters of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Despite the brevity of this letter, the circumstances from which it arose are utterly fascinating and of tremendous historical interest. After the Civil War, Winfield Scott Hancock was put in command of Fort Leavenworth as the leader of the Department of the Missouri. Violence flared across the state throughout 1866, led by the so-called ‘bushwhacker’ guerrilla forces-comprised primarily of self-organized bands of former Confederate soldiers-that would develop into some of the most notorious gangs of the Old West. Beginning in 1866, Archie Clement led his gang-which included the likes of Jesse James and Cole Younger-to take up the profession of bank robbery, targeting banks associated with Missouri Unionists. Lexington was a particular target-after robbing a bank there at the end of October, they returned on election day to intimidate Republican voters. They withdrew after being threatened by state militia, only to return on December 13, 1866, one week before Grant dispatched this message. A detachment of state militia pursued Clement, who was wanted for leading the bank hold-up, and a wild gunfight ensued in which he was shot dead in the street.

The governor of Missouri had the militia remain in Lexington to suppress the bushwhackers, while Grant ordered federal troops to the city from Fort Leavenworth in order to ‘keep the peace.’ Governor Fletcher was upset by Grant’s actions in sending in regular troops without recommendation or consultation, claiming that it undermined his authority as the state’s executive. Rather than stir up more controversy about state versus federal powers, Grant withdrew his order in this letter to Fort Leavenworth’s commander. A truly exceptional letter implicitly addressing some of the greatest postwar issues confronting the United States.

Starting Bid $300

16. James A. Garfield. LS signed “J. A. Garfield,” one page both sides, 7.75 x 9.75, July 3, 1872. Letter to the Hon. J. P. Robison in Cleveland, in part: “I took a carriage and drove to the State Department and had an interview with the Ass’t Sec’y of State in reference to additional appointments to the Vienna Exposition of 1873. He informed me confidentially that while the Sec’y would not at present make any further appointments than the one already made that it is his purpose next Winter, about the time Congress meets to make a few additional appointments, from different parts of the country. He suggested to me therefore that I put a letter on file asking for Garrettson’s appointment and he thought the Sec’y would be able to oblige me in the matter. I therefore write you to suggest that you have a letter drawn up and signed by a half a dozen prominent citizens in Cleveland, setting forth Mr. Garrettson’s abilities and requesting his appointment. Have that letter forwarded to me and I will write to the Sec;y of the Interior endorsing it and requesting the appointment. In this way I think the thing will be brought about.” Includes the original mailing envelope, addressed in Garfield’s hand and franked at the top, “Free, J. A. Garfield, MC.” In very good to fine condition, with light ink offsetting, some toning to the signed side, and a crease and tear though the envelope’s franking signature. Cleveland businessman Hiram Garretson would ultimately be appointed as the US commissioner-in-chief to the exposition, a world’s fair hosted in Vienna, Austria, from May 1, 1873–November 1, 1873. Starting Bid $200 www.RRAuction.com | 11

17. Grover Cleveland. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 16.5 x 14,

July 17, 1885. Interesting document in which President Cleveland suspends “Green C. Chandler of Mississippi from the office of Attorney of the United States for the Northern District of Mississippi,” and designates Charles B. Haury “to perform the duties of such suspended officer in the meantime.” Signed at the conclusion by President Cleveland and countersigned by Secretary of State Thomas F. Bayard.

Impressively double-matted and framed with a portrait and medallion to an overall size of 29.5 x 21.5. In fine condition, with scattered light creasing and foxing. An uncommon presidential format. Starting Bid $200

Amidst his bid for re-election, Cleveland urges his party to speak out against the McKinley Tariff 18. Grover Cleveland.

TLS, two pages, 7.75 x 10, personal letterhead, August 1, 1892. Letter to H. M. Messinger, speaking out against the McKinley Tariff.

In part: “Though in ordinary circumstances a dry goods fact might not be of especial interest to me, the fact which you illustrate in your letter is one of very great importance. It is this kind of demonstration which I have been insisting upon as the only means which must certainly arouse our people to an appreciation of the enormities, as you call them, of the McKinley bill.

This demonstration cannot be covered up by any sophistry or explained away on any possible theory. I wish more facts of this kind could reach our people and I wish such practical men as you would take more pains to inform them on this subject. I shall take the liberty of sending your letter to the national committee urging them strongly to make a proper use of it; and I wish you might contribute to the campaign, and to the success of which you so cordially give your allegiance, more facts of the same sort. This is the most effective campaigning that I know of…I assure you that I fully appreciate the value of your aid in the canvass which confronts us.” In fine condition.

As the 1892 race progressed, Cleveland sought to make the McKinley Tariff Act, passed in 1890, a key issue. The law bore the name of future President William McKinley, who in 1890 had been a Republican Congressman from Ohio and the chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee which drafted the bill. The McKinley tariff was a protectionist measure that increased the rates on dutiable imports to a record high level—an average of 48 percent. President Benjamin Harrison, who had run on a high tariff platform, had signed the bill into law. Once adopted, however, the act created widespread discontent, with its critics arguing that the legislation caused higher prices. Cleveland, long a proponent of a lower tariff, sought to take advantage of the law’s unpopularity in his campaign.

The tariff issue did contribute to Cleveland’s victory in November, and after taking office, he called a special session of Congress to deal with the matter. Unfortunately, the bill that emerged from Congress was a far cry from what he sought. Although the Gorman-Wilson tariff bill did lower rates, it did so only modestly, and it was laden with special interest provisions. Ultimately, Cleveland allowed the bill to become law without his signature. A desirable letter on the subject of tariffs, which remain a hot topic in presidential politics today. Starting Bid $200

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“Unless we were to go back to the Dred Scott decision, I fail to see how the Supreme Court could do otherwise” 19. Theodore Roosevelt. TLS, one page, 7.75 x 10.25, The Vice President’s Chamber

letterhead, June 3, 1901. Letter to F. G. Fincke, in full: “I inclose the letters. If you think that decision made us lose morally in the eyes of Europe, you have a mighty poor conception of European morality!” Roosevelt adds a lengthy handwritten postscript, in full: “Seriously, unless we were to go back to the Dred Scott decision, I fail to see how the Supreme Court could do otherwise than it did; I should have felt another decision to be a real calamity, and am astounded at the narrowness of the margin in the vote.” In very good condition, with overall creasing and several horizontal folds. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, which bears a pre-printed free frank.

Vice President Roosevelt wrote this letter six days after the Supreme Court resolved the issue of whether or not the Constitution covered the Philippines and Puerto Rico. The Court decided that the new possessions belonged to the United States and were therefore under the authority of Congress, but that their inhabitants were not US citizens. In comparison, Roosevelt invokes the infamous Dred Scott case, which declared that no black person of enslaved ancestry could claim United States citizenship. Starting Bid $200

20. Theodore Roosevelt.

TLS, one page, 8.25 x 10.5, Kansas City Star letterhead, May 15, 1918. Letter to Edward A. Greene in Newark, in full: “I think you should give the name of any man responsible for such an infamous falsehood. Please show him this letter. Either he knows nothing of the case whatever, in which event he had no business to speak, or he knows that the Navy was more than doubled in size during my administration, and considerably more than quadrupled in efficiency. If he will turn to my special message of April 13th, 1908, or to the message of the preceding December, he will find the facts precisely set forth, or you can turn to my Autobiography. The Navy did not begin to go back until the Democrats gained control of the lower House in 1910, when they at once stopped appropriations for it. It was at its lowest point after the first two years of Mr. Wilson’s term, during the period preceding and immediately succeeding the outbreak of the great war. Let me repeat that your friend was stating what he must have known to be an untruth.” At the conclusion, Roosevelt handwrites: “In my recently published Princeton Lectures, and in Charles Washburn’s book about me, the facts are fully set forth.” In very good to fine condition, with a small fold split, a short tear to the top edge, and a light block of toning from prior display.

Desirable naval content from the president who famously sent the Navy’s ‘Great White Fleet’ on a world tour to project America’s power around the globe. Starting Bid $200

21. William H. Taft. Signed book: Washington: The Nation’s Capital. Later printing. Washington, DC: National Geographic Society, 1915. Hardcover, 7 x 10. Signed and inscribed on the title page in ink, “For J. B. McGhee, with best wishes, Wm. H. Taft, Jan’y 30, 1921, New Haven.” In fine condition, with some light wear and sunning to the covers. An ornate and interesting volume, this book contains the National Geographic articles ‘Washington: Its Beginning, Its Growth, and Its Future’

by William H. Taft, and ‘The Nation’s Capital’ by James Bryce. Starting Bid $200

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Urging Congress to back the “Muscle Shoals nitrate project” 22. Woodrow Wilson. TLS, two pages on two adjoining sheets,

7 x 9.5, personal letterhead, October 13, 1923. Letter to Tennessee Congressman and House Minority Leader Finis J. Garrett of the House Office Building, in full: “Will you not permit me to express the hope that the House Democrats will vigorously follow up Mr. Henry Ford’s charges against the present Secretary of War with regard to the disposal of the Government’s Muscle Shoals nitrate project. That project is of vital importance to the farmers and it seems to me that every transaction in regard to it should be made a matter of public record by means of a thorough-going investigation by a committee of the Congress. I hope that this suggestion will commend itself to you; otherwise it is only too likely that the matter will be ignored or covered over by the present administration after the usual manner of Republican administrations. If this is an intrusion on the field of your own choice and judgment I beg that you will forgive me and believe that I have taken this liberty only because I believed an investigation of this vital matter to be essential to the maintenance of the public interest. Permit me to say that it has gratified me very much to learn that the Democrats of the House have turned to you as their leader. If I can, at any time or in any way, be of assistance to you pray feel at liberty to command me.” In fine condition, with two small pin holes to the tops of each page. Starting Bid $200

President Wilson declines an invitation upon learning that “Senator Henry Cabot Lodge of Massachusetts is announced as one of the speakers” 23. Woodrow Wilson. TLS, two pages, 7 x 9, White House letterhead, December 29, 1916. Letter to Rev. Dr. Roland Cotton Smith, in full: “I had, as you know, looked forward with pleasure to the possibility of attending the anniversary service to be held at St. John ‘s on Saturday afternoon, January thirteenth, though I think I had intimated to you and the gentleman who accompanied you that I feared it would be impossible for me to make an address on that occasion. I find upon examining the programme which accompanied the formal invitation that Senator Henry Cabot Lodge of Massachusetts is announced as one of the speakers. Senator Lodge ‘s conduct during the recent campaign makes it impossible for me with self-respect to join in any exercise in which he takes part or to associate myself with him in any way.

I would not refer to this matter if I did not feel that I owed you the most candid statement of my quandary, and I want to beg that you will make no change in your arrangements. It would not be possible for me in any case to speak and I should be very much distressed if I felt that I had in any way interfered with arrangements already consummated. I say all this, my dear Doctor Smith, in the greatest simplicity and sincerity and beg that you will take me exactly at my word and excuse me without anything said one way or the other outside our own confidence. With the best wishes for the success of the celebration.” Also included is a one-page ALS from Henry Cabot Lodge, signed “H. C. Lodge,” written about a week later on January 7, 1917, in full: “Thank you for your note—I am glad to get your news for I really wanted to speak on the 13th at the church & now I see no obstacle apart from the entirely unforeseen. I shall of course come with great pleasure. I trust he will not change that very changeable mind again.” In overall fine condition, with light soiling and a few small stains. Accompanied by the original mailing envelopes for both letters. Starting Bid $200

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Limited ‘alumni edition’ of Wilson’s History of the American People 24. Woodrow Wilson. Signed book set: A History of the American People, Volume I. Alumni edition, limited issue, numbered 9/350. NY: Harper & Brothers, 1902. Hardcover, 7 x 10.25, 350 pages. Neatly signed on the colophon in fountain pen, “Woodrow Wilson.” Complete with Volumes II, III, IV, and V, all of which are unsigned. Autographic condition: fine, with two paperclip impressions to the top of the signed page. Book condition: VG/None, with light soiling to exterior, creasing and chips to paper spine labels, a cracked front hinge to the signed volume, loose tissue guards, and fraying at spine ends.

The culmination of a series of articles written for Harper’s, Wilson published the complete five-volume History in 1902; this set includes all five volumes, with the subtitles ‘The Swarming of the English,’ ‘Colonies and Nation,’ ‘The Founding of the Government,’ ‘Critical Changes and Civil War,’ and ‘Reunion and Nationalization.’ The books are comprehensively illustrated with portraits of the personalities referenced, facsimiles of their handwriting, maps of important locations, and other interesting images. At the time of publication, Wilson had recently been elevated from professor of history and politics at Princeton to president of the university. Starting Bid $200

26.

Herbert Hoover. TLS as

25. Calvin Coolidge. Ideal vintage matte-finish 9 x 13

half-length portrait of Calvin Coolidge by the Bachrach Studio, signed floridly in fountain pen by the president, and also by the photographer, who adds the year, “–25.” Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 14.75 x 18.75. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

president, one page, 6.5 x 8.5, White House letterhead, August 1, 1929. Letter to Edward H. Benjamin at Bohemian Grove in Monte Rio, California, in full: “Many thanks for your note of July 28th with the breath of Bohemian Grove.”

At the end, Hoover hand-writes: “at last of the plant life!” Nicely matted and framed with the original mailing envelope and a portrait to an overall size of 12.25 x 26.75. In fine condition.

Hoover’s autograph letters as president are among the greatest presidential rarities, making this typed letter with handwritten addition a suitable alternative. It also boasts an interesting association with the mysterious Bohemian Grove campground, which famously hosts a two-week encampment of the most powerful men in the world every summer—the subject of countless conspiracy theories. Starting Bid $200

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Hoover and Nansen lead a humanitarian relief effort 27. Herbert Hoover. Two hand-corrected telegram drafts,

totaling three pages, 8.5 x 13.25, March 31 and April 1, 1919.

First and second drafts of Norwegian explorer and humanitarian Fridtjof Nansen’s telegram to President Woodrow Wilson regarding the crisis in postwar Europe, both edited in pencil

by Herbert Hoover. In part (Hoover’s corrections shown in italics): “The present food situation in Russia, where hundreds of thousands of people are dying monthly from sheer starvation and disease, is one of the problems now uppermost in all men’s minds. As it appears that no solution of this food question has so far been reached by the Allied Governments; therefore, we would like to make a suggestion on behalf of ourselves and some Neutral associates for the alleviation of this gigantic misery on purely humanitarian grounds.

It would appear to us possible to organize a Neutral Commission for the provisioning of Russia, the foodstuffs to be paid for perhaps to some considerable extent by Russia itself, the justice of distribution to be guaranteed by such a Commission. We cannot believe that the existing authorities in Russia would refuse the intervention of such a Commission of wholly non-political order, devoted solely to the humanitarian purpose of saving life.” Here, several insertions in Hoover’s hand have been struck through, and the letter continues: “If thus organized upon the lines of the Belgian Relief Commission, it would raise no question [of] political recognition or negotiations between the Allies with the existing authorities in Russia.” The second draft, dated April 1, 1919, incorporates Hoover’s first round of edits within the typed text, and has a few more of Hoover’s additions in pencil: notably, he replaces “the Allied Governments” with “in any direction,” and “Neutral” with “purely humanitarian,” as well as the longer addition: “The membership of the Commission to be comprised of Norwegian, Swedish, and possibly Dutch, Danish and Swiss nationalities.” In fine condition, with paperclip impressions to the top of each sheet. Accompanied by a carbon copy typescript of the final telegram, dated April 3, 1919, as sent to David Lloyd George. Starting Bid $200

Scarce handwritten Hoover letter to the president of Stanford’s trustees

28. Herbert Hoover. ALS signed “H. C. Hoover,” one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, May 13, 1913. Letter to Timothy Hopkins, president of the trustees of Stanford University. In full: “I attach hereto the correspondence with Dr. Jordan regarding the definition of his position together with the memorandum which we settled with him as it is probable that these documents should go into the Trustees files.” He adds a postscript: “I am tonight telegraphing the resolutions to Branner.”

In fine condition, with a few light creases.

John Caspar Branner was president of Stanford from 1913 to 1915, he was also Stanford’s first professor and chair of the Department of Geology and Mining, which was Hoover’s field. Hoover holograph letters of all dates are the scarcest of all presidents: he once wrote that he had probably not written over a dozen handwritten letters in his entire life (Vrzalik, Minor – From the President’s Pen, page 92/93).

The signature form is very uncommon: until about 1915 he signed “H. C. Hoover,” after which he always signed in full. A very scarce example. Starting Bid $200

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FDR on agriculture in war and peace 29. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Two TLSs as president, each one page, 8 x 10.5, White House letterhead, dated 1937 and 1942, both to the Hon. H. P. Fulmer, chairman of the House Committee on Agriculture from 1939–1944.

The first, of August 26, 1937, in part: “I have urged the enactment of appropriate legislation having as its objective stabilization of supplies and prices of farm commodities, but because of the importance and far-reaching effect of such legislation the members of the Senate and House Agricultural Committees have thought it advisable that more time be given to study these proposed measures.

It was on the condition that the Congress would give first consideration to such legislation when it next convenes that I consented to the making of loans on cotton, under certain restrictions and conditions.”

The second, a World War II–dated letter of October 15, 1942, in part: “We all realize that the farm labor situation is becoming increasingly serious and that farmers will face many difficulties in maintaining production in 1943. I am glad to know that your Committee is interested in this problem, and I am sure that you all realize the need for obtaining maximum utilization of our manpower during the months and years ahead. I do not think, however, that we can reach or even approach a reasonable solution to this problem through revising the parity formula for farm prices or through adopting a farm price policy which is not in accord with the current need for stabilizing the cost of living, including the cost of food. It seems to me that we must approach the labor problem directly—that is, we must consider the over-all work load relative to the number of workers available and try to distribute them so as to obtain maximum production of war materials, including food.” In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200

30. Harry S. Truman. Small archive of correspondence between Senator Truman, his secretary Victor R. Messall, and John W. Snyder, discussing various arrangements and potential patronage appointments.

The archive includes one TLS by Truman, two TLSs

by Messall, and three carbon copies of TLSs initialed

by Snyder, as well as an unsigned carbon copy of a Truman re-election campaign speech. The Truman TLS is signed “Harry,” one page, United States Senate letterhead, January 17, 1940, in part: “I have asked Harry Easley, Roy Harper, Dick Nacy, Mort Levy, Judge Riedel, Phil Welch, Mayor of St. Joseph, Roger Sermon, Mayor of Independence, and Vic Stern, and I rather thing that Jim Pendergast will come. I told them that I would be there on the Twenty-seventh and Twenty-eighth, and would probably stay until the Thirtieth for the Gridiron Dinner, which is, of course, what I am going for.”

The letters by Snyder and Messall provide information on applicants and meetings. The five-page carbon copy typescript of Truman’s campaign speech provides various autobiographical details about his military service and political career. In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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“I never did give anybody hell” 31. Harry S. Truman. Desirable TQS on an off-white 5.75 x 3.5 card, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To John M. Taylor, from Harry S. Truman, Apr. 22, 1960.” The typed quote reads: “I never did give anybody hell. I just told the truth, and the Republicans thought it was well. April 13, 1960.” Nicely mounted, matted, and framed with a photo of Truman giving a speech to an overall size of 11 x 13.

In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

Ike writes home to Mamie from liberated France— “Some of the roads I travel are the ones we rode over 15 years ago” 32. Dwight D. Eisenhower. World War

II-dated ALS signed “Ike,” two pages, 8 x 10.5, November 26, [1944]. Written from Gueux, France, a letter to his wife, Mamie D. Eisenhower, in full: “I’ve just arrived at forward hq after several days with Devers’ Army Group.

Weather is so miserable that all my travel is by auto—which takes lots of time. This is late Sun. afternoon—I start out again early Tues. morn. I have just one day to ‘catch up’ on lots of things. Sometimes I think I’m just waking up to the extent that I miss you. On most of these trips the driver and the M.A. sit in the front (the latter to read the maps), and I have the whole back to myself. I have hours to think, and since the staff is not there to plague me, I think of you a lot. Some of the roads I travel are the ones we rode over 15 years ago, and I always wish you were along to see them, with me, again.

A teletype from Stack today says you are fine. I always enjoy some message. It’s nice to be reassured concerning your health.

Lately I’ve heard nothing from Johnny. I know how busy he is; but I sometimes wonder whether he can possibly know how much his letters mean to me. Within the past two weeks or so I think I’ve seen most of our old friends in this theater. All seem fine.

Last week l appeared (by recording) on 2 radio programs at home. One about munitions—the other, War Bonds. Wonder whether you heard either. The newsmen told me that the first one caused a big furor. Sorry I had to ask you to try to find an Xmas present for John from me. I was just at my wit’s end. Hope it didn‘t put too much of a burden on you. Well, the real purpose of this note is just to say ‘I love you’—By this time I know that you know it—but it’s fun to say—anyway. Lots & lots of love.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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33. Dwight D. Eisenhower. TLS

34. Dwight D. Eisenhower. TLS

as president signed “DE,” one page, 7 x 10.25, White House letterhead, January 16, 1961. Letter to Barry T. Leithead, written four days before leaving the presidency. In part: “For almost eight years I have lived in ignorance of the identity of the individuals who so thoughtfully and kindly provided the means by which was built the house at Augusta, now known as Mamie’s Cabin…The house has enabled Mamie and me, when in Augusta, to entertain good friends in a family atmosphere and, when we so choose, to live in complete privacy. The consideration of the group in assuring us that the house would be available to us through our lifetime, rather than merely during my service as President, doubles its value to us, particularly on the sentimental side. I shall hope, at some future time, to have an opportunity to thank you more intimately and personally. But I did not want to leave this office without making a written record of my gratitude.”

In fine condition. The Eisenhower Cabin at Augusta National Golf Club, situated beside the #10 tee, is distinguished from the others by the gilded eagle that adorns the pediment.

Eisenhower, an avid golfer, paid frequent visits to the club throughout his lifetime. Starting Bid $200

as president, one page, 7 x 10.25, White House letterhead, April 16, 1957. Letter to Barry T. Leithead, in part: “I am planning to have another of my occasional informal stag dinners on the evening of Monday, May sixth. I hope to gather together a small group, and I should like very much for you to attend…

As usual, I suggest that we meet at the White House at 7:15, have a reasonably early dinner, and devote the evening to a general chat…I shall probably wear black tie, but business suit will be entirely appropriate.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

35. Dwight D. Eisenhower. De-

36. The Eisenhowers. Vintage glossy 10 x 8 photo of Dwight and Mamie Eisenhower standing below the wing of a plane and being greeted by their grandchildren, signed and inscribed in various ink types by three generations of Eisenhowers: “For Ken and Joyce Brown, with best wishes, Dwight D. Eisenhower,” “Mamie Doud Eisenhower,” “To the Browns from Barbara Eisenhower” and “& John,” and “David Eisenhower.” Reverse of photo bears a New York Herald Tribune stamp, as well as typed captions indicating that Dwight and Mamie signed in June 1952, Barbara and John in 1951, and David in October 1986. In very good to fine condition, with creasing to the edges, and a missing lower right corner tip.

Starting Bid $200

sirable glossy 8 x 10 candid full-length photo of General Eisenhower in uniform, neatly signed in fountain pen, “Dwight D. Eisenhower.” In fine condition, with scattered light creasing. Starting Bid $200

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Signed by the entire Eisenhower cabinet 37. Dwight D. Eisenhower and Cabinet.

Vintage matte-finish 10 x 8 photo of Eisenhower and his cabinet, taken in January 1953, signed above or below their respective images in ink by President Dwight D. Eisenhower, Vice President Richard Nixon, Secretary of State John Foster Dulles, Secretary of the Treasury George Humphrey, Secretary of Defense Charles E. Wilson, Attorney General Herbert Brownell, Budget Director Joseph Dodge, Secretary of Health, Education and Welfare Oveta Culp Hobby, White House Chief of Staff Sherman Adams, Secretary of Commerce Sinclair Weeks, United Nations Ambassador Henry Cabot Lodge, Jr., Secretary of the Interior Douglas McKay, Postmaster General Arthur Summerfield, Secretary of Labor Martin P. Durkin, Secretary of Agriculture Ezra Taft Benson, and Mutual Security Agency Director Harold Stassen. Reverse bears Wide World Photos stamps. In very good to fine condition, with creasing to the corners, and poor contrast to a few of the signatures, including Nixon. Photographs signed by Eisenhower and his entire cabinet, especially those from the start of his administration—Durkin served only from January to September of 1953—are exceedingly rare. Starting Bid $200

The first-term congressman sends a copy of “the Taft-Hartley Labor Bill” 38. John F. Kennedy. TLS signed “Jack Kennedy,” one page, 8 x 10.5,

House of Representatives letterhead, May 28, 1947. Letter to William Kelly of East Boston, in part: “This will acknowledge receipt of your letter of May 25th, relative to your desire to secure a copy of the Taft-Ellender-Wagner Bill, and the Taft-Hartley Labor Bill…I am enclosing, herewith, the bills you desire. As you know, the Taft-Hartley Labor Bill is still in conference, and must be returned to the House and the Senate for further action. Thanks for your kind remarks, Billy. Coming from you, they are doubly appreciated. I am very pleased to see that you have secured a band for Memorial Day exercises, and trust that everything will go well.” Kennedy adds a handwritten postscript, “Billy: The T.E.W. bill is complex—Am gettin[g] some digests made of it & will send them to you…distribution.” In very good to fine condition, with light creasing, and restored paper loss (affecting two words of the postscript) to the lower right corner. Starting Bid $200

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Signed on the campaign trail in 1960 3 9 . J o h n F. Kennedy. Desir-

able fountain pen signature, “John Kennedy,” on an off-white 4 x 6 card.

Typed collector’s notations below indicate that it was signed at the Phoenix Press Club Forum, held at the Hotel Westward Ho in Phoenix Arizona, on April 9, 1960, during JFK’s presidential campaign.

In fine condition.

Accompanied by a modern 8 x 10 reprint of a candid photograph of Kennedy taken on the occasion. Starting Bid $200

Inscribed to a key campaign strategist 41. Lyndon B. Johnson.

Color glossy 7.5 x 10 half-length portrait of President Johnson in front of two flags, affixed to its 11 x 14 mount, signed on the mount in black ink, “Lyndon B. Johnson,” and inscribed in a calligraphic hand, “ To C h a r l e s Tyroler, II, With best wishes.” In fine condition. Tyroler was a longtime Democratic Party strategist who went on to serve as a member of the President’s Intelligence Oversight Board during the Reagan and Bush administrations; he was active in the presidential campaigns of John F. Kennedy in 1960 and Lyndon B. Johnson in 1964 Starting Bid $200

4 0 . Ly n d o n and Lady Bird Johnson.

Glossy 4.5 x 6.5 candid photo of Lyndon B. Johnson and Lady Bird Johnson together, affixed to a 6.5 x 9 mount, signed on the mount in fountain pen, “With best wishes, Lyndon B. Johnson” and “Lady Bird Johnson.” A typed collector’s label on the reverse reads, “Lyndon B. Johnson and his wife Lady Bird pose happily for our camera during a Phoenix visit, December, 1959,” annotated below, “Signed September 1964, Washington, D.C.” In fine condition, with a stray ink mark to the upper right edge of the mount.

Starting Bid $200

42. Lyndon B. Johnson.

Exceptional vintage mattefinish 7.75 x 9.75 glamor portrait of the future president holding a cigarette, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Joyce and Kenneth H. Browne, From their friend, Lyndon B. Johnson.” In fine to very fine condition. A wonderful early portrait of LBJ. Starting Bid $200

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Thanks for a “letter of support on Vietnam”— “I am confident we are pursuing the right course to bring an honorable peace as soon as possible” 43. Richard Nixon. TLS as president signed “RN,” one page, 6.75 x 8.75, White

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

On the evening of the day he wrote this letter, January 23, 1973, President Nixon addressed the nation from the Oval Office. He began: ‘I have asked for this radio and television time tonight for the purpose of announcing that we today have concluded an agreement to end the war and bring peace with honor in Vietnam and in Southeast Asia. The following statement is being issued at this moment in Washington and Hanoi: At 12:30 Paris time today, January 23, 1973, the Agreement on Ending the War and Restoring Peace in Vietnam was initialed by Dr. Henry Kissinger on behalf of the United States, and Special Adviser Le Duc Tho on behalf of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam. The agreement will be formally signed by the parties participating in the Paris Conference on Vietnam on January 27, 1973, at the International Conference Center in Paris.’ Starting Bid $200

Preparing to embark for China, President Nixon thanks a congressman for supporting his “Indochina peace initiatives” 44. Richard Nixon. TLS as president signed “RN,” one page, 6.75 x 9, White House

letterhead, February 14, 1972. Letter to Congressman Del Clawson, touching upon his Vietnam peace initiative and his upcoming trip to China. In full: “It was heartening to receive your strong expression of support for my January 25 Indochina peace initiatives contained in a letter of January 26, 1972, signed by a bi-partisan majority of the House of Representatives. I am confident history will record that support such as yours during these difficult times contributed significantly to our mutually shared goal—a full generation of peace. As I embark on my mission to Peking, I want you to know how much I deeply appreciate your thoughts.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope. A fine letter connecting two cornerstones of Nixon’s foreign policy.

Starting Bid $200

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45. Richard Nixon. ALS, one

page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, October 5, 1983. Letter to the widow of journalist Roscoe Drummond, in full: “It was with a deep sense of personal loss that I read of Roscoe’s passing. I first met him in 1947 when I was a freshman Congressman.

Through the years thereafter he covered my activities in a manner that was outstanding in every respect. He was always fair, always honest, and always accurate. In addition, he was one whose counsel on major issues I found invaluable.

A true gentleman, he set a standard for political commentary which should be an inspirational example for journalists in the future.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 11.5 x 14.75.

In fine condition. During his career, Drummond was syndicated columnist for ‘State of the Nation’ in the L.A. Times, the director of information for the Marshall Plan, and executive editor of the Christian Science Monitor. Starting Bid $200

The first-term governor: “I’m up to my ears in the mess inherited here and want only to solve it” 47. Ronald Reagan.

ALS signed “Ron,” one page, 8.5 x 11, [annotated July 13, 1967]. Letter to Jimmy Dixon, in part: “Thanks for the information & suggestions regarding the ‘import–export’ situation. I think we can make good use of this in the days ahead. It of course confirms what we all think; that this administration in Wash. is floundering with no real approach to the problems and a philosophy based on the quicksand of pol. expediency. Let me assure you I’m not a candidate and it should be quite apparent that all of this ‘bad wagon’ talk comes from those who’d like to blow our side out of the water. I’m up to my ears in the mess inherited here and want only to solve it.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

“Dutch” writes to his favorite centenarian 46. Ronald Reagan. ALS signed “Dutch,” one page both sides, 6.25 x 4.25, personal letterhead, no date. Letter to Lydia Hupfer McArthur, in full: “Just a line to thank you for your letter of July 29. Nancy & I were so happy to hear from you. I’m getting along but not quite a 101.

I’m pushing in the 80’s and wish I was not quite so many. Nancy & I are happy to have your letter. Thanks and our love. We are happy to hear from you.” Reverse of page bears a collector’s date notation, “9-94.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a copy of a previous letter. Lydia Hupfer ‘Hup’ MacArthur was the widow of Pete MacArthur, program director of WOC in Davenport, Iowa. In 1932, MacArthur had given a then 21-year-old Reagan his first job as a sports announcer. They would remain friends until her passing at the age of 102 in 1995. Starting Bid $200

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48.

Ronald Reagan. Impressive

color semi-glossy 16 x 20 photo of President Reagan’s 1984 inauguration, calligraphically inscribed on the mat, “To George White, With best wishes,” and signed in black ink, “& Regards, Ronald Reagan.” Framed to an overall size of 20.5 x 24.5. In fine condition, with light toning to the mount, and the signature a few shades light.

George M. White was an American architect who served as the Architect of the Capitol from January 27, 1971 to November 21, 1995. He oversaw the construction of the Library of Congress James Madison Memorial Building and the Hart Senate Office Building, as well as the restoration of the old Supreme Court and Senate chambers. Starting Bid $200

50. Barack Obama.

Ti c k e t f o r B a r a c k Obama’s election night event held at Grant Park’s Hutchinson Field in Chicago on November 4, 2008, 2.5 x 5.5, signed in black felt tip.

In very fine condition.

Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Beckett Authentication Services. A desirable signed memento from a historic election night celebration. Starting Bid $200

Proudly flown over the Alamo and signed by both Bushes

49. George and George W. Bush.

Desirable 5´ x 3´ nylon flag of Texas flown over the Alamo on June 17, 2013, signed on the white bar in black felt tip by George Bush and George W. Bush, with the elder Bush adding, “41st President.” The hoist is marked in blue, “The Alamo.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity for the flag from the Daughters of the Republic of Texas (stating that it was flown over the Alamo), as well as a full letter of authenticity from JSA for the autographs. Also includes matted portraits of the Bush presidents. A superb piece of Texas history. Starting Bid $200 24 |

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51. John Adams and Thomas Jefferson Starting Bid $200

52. George Bush Starting Bid $200

55. Jimmy Carter Starting Bid $200

53. George Bush Starting Bid $200

54. George W. Bush Starting Bid $200

56. Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Starting Bid $200

57. Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter

58. Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter

59. Grover Cleveland

60. Bill Clinton

61. Bill Clinton

62. Bill Clinton

63. Bill Clinton and James Patterson

64. Dwight D. Eisenhower

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65. Dwight D. Eisenhower

66. Dwight D. Eisenhower

67. Dwight D. Eisenhower

68. Mamie Eisenhower Starting Bid $200

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69. Betty Ford

70. Gerald Ford

71. Gerald Ford

72. Warren G. Harding

73. Benjamin Harrison

74. Herbert Hoover

75. Herbert Hoover

76. Herbert Hoover

77. Lyndon B. Johnson

78. Lyndon B. Johnson

79. Lyndon B. Johnson

80. Lyndon B. Johnson

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81. William McKinley

82. William McKinley

83. Richard Nixon

84. Richard Nixon

85. Richard and Pat Nixon

86. Richard and Pat Nixon

87. Ronald Reagan

88. Ronald Reagan

89. Ronald Reagan

90. Ronald Reagan

91. Eleanor Roosevelt

92. Franklin D. Roosevelt

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93. Franklin D. Roosevelt

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94. Theodore Roosevelt

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98. Harry and Bess Truman

99. Harry S. Truman

100. Harry S. Truman

101. Harry S. Truman

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104. Harry S. Truman

105. Harry S. Truman

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108. Donald Trump

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110. Donald Trump and Mike Pence

111. Martin Van Buren

112. Woodrow Wilson

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notables

Declaration of Independence 113. John Hancock. Partly-

printed DS, one page, 15.75 x 12.5, October 19, 1792. As governor of Massachusetts, Hancock appoints Benjamin Wares as “Lieutenant of a Company in the fifth Reg:t first Brig & third Division of the Militia of this Commonwealth, comprehending the County of Middlesex.” Prominently signed in the left margin in ink by Governor Hancock, and countersigned at the conclusion by John Avery as junior secretary. The large white paper seal affixed to the upper left remains intact. In very good condition, with creasing and staining, edge tears, small areas of paper loss, and multiple intersecting folds; despite the document’s flaws, the signature itself is bold and mostly unaffected. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $500

Writ signed by George Walton in a suit brought by Lyman Hall 114. George Walton. Manuscript DS, signed “Geo. Walton,”

one page, 11.75 x 7.25, April 26, 1784. Official document issued in the County of Richmond, Georgia, in part: “To all and singular the Sheriffs within the said State…You are hereby Commanded that you cause to be made of the Goods and Chattels Lands and Tenements of John O’Neal and Josiah Dunn…as well Twenty Pounds Specie which in the Superior Court of the said County before the Chief Justice and his Associates was adjudged to Lyman Hall Esquire Governor of the said State and successor to Nathan Brownson Esquire for his Damages which he had sustained by reason of the not performing certain Promises and Undertakings made by the said John and Josiah to the said Lyman…this Writ Witness the Honorable George Walton Esquire Chief of the said State.” Signed in the left margin by Walton as chief justice of Georgia, and countersigned at the conclusion by Attorney General Samuel Stirk. In very good to fine condition, with scattered light foxing and toning, and splits at the ends of folds partially repaired with old tape on the reverse. An interesting document connecting Walton with Lyman Hall and George Walton, his fellow Georgian signers of the Declaration of Independence. Starting Bid $200

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American Politicians and Leaders 115. Arthur Lee. American diplomat during the American Revolutionary War (1740–1792) who helped negotiate the Treaty of Alliance with France in 1778. Free franked address leaf, measuring 9 x 5.75 with a main panel of 5.5 x 3.25, addressed in another hand to “Nathaniel Gilman Esq’r, Comm’r of the Loan Office for the State of New Hampshire,” boldly franked in the lower left, “Free, A. Lee.” Docketed by the recipient along the right edge as received on August 20, 1788, “Relative to the Requisition of Congress for paym. in Int.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a color copy of the letter originally enclosed, regarding the payment of interest on the domestic debt. Gilman was the brother of Constitution signers Nicholas Gilman, Jr., making this an especially interesting association piece. Starting Bid $200

Activists and Social Leaders 116. John Brown. ALS, one page, 7.75 x 12.75, December 9, 1851.

Letter to Simon Perkins, in full: “John & myself reached here last night after being twice upset in the Stage, & a little bruised on the way. My right hand is some crippled which makes it rather hard for me to write. I have however got over the confusion of preparation for absence from home, & feel pretty well prepared for action, & we have been with Mr. Jenkins getting ready to begin again. We are delayed from going on today by a mistake of the Refferee, but hope to get in blast tomorrow, as the other party is on the ground with his witness. Mr. Jenkins was on the ground to oppose the motion about which he wrote us just before I left. The Injunction was not removed from Warren nor is there likely to be any decision in regard to it; untill January next, so that we are safe about that for the present. As the judge who granted us the injunction is a very prominent member of the bench to whom Warren appealed to get rid of the injunction; & also a member of the Court to whom appeal must be made if appealed at all from the decision of the Refferee; I think I can in no way give you so just an idea of how our matters look here, as by sending you a true copy of his view of the case when he decided to grant the injunction. Mr. Jenkins says he thinks there is not much danger that the Court will at all differ from Judge Harris in their collective capacity.

We all feel that Warren’s movements have done much to prepare the Court favorably in case of an appeal from decision of Refferee. We now feel assured that Warren cannot possibly get rid of paying whatever judgment we may obtain against him. In short Mr. Jenkins says that he thinks we are right side up. Please find copy alluded to above. This case must be finally settled upon the evidence now taken; or taking unless a higher court may order it taken anew by the same Refferee on account of some illegality which we hope & trust may be avoided. Will report further soon.” In very good to fine condition, with some light toning, an archival reinforcements to splitting along folds. Starting Bid $300

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Demanding “perfect equality of rights for women” 117. Susan B. Anthony. AQS on an off-white 5.25 x 3.5 card, in full: “Perfect equality of rights for women—civil & political—is the demand of yours sincerely, Susan B. Anthony, 17 Madison Street, Rochester, N.Y., Feb. 22, 1896.” In very good to fine condition, with a few small creases, a central vertical fold, and mounting residue on the reverse.

Starting Bid $200

Gandhi urges India to adopt the ‘khadi’ movement

118. Mohandas Gandhi. ALS in Gujarati, signed “Blessings of Bapu to all of you,” one page both sides, 2 x 4, no date. Letter to Chi Jamna Bahen, in full (translated): “Your letter is received. Don’t be too lazy to write letters. The knitted cotton clothes that were sent by you are still in stock. Hence they are not required at all. In the meantime a sister from Punjab sent woven Sutar and one big khadi fabric roll. Hence there is sufficient stock. A brother tries to take steps carefully, so please keep it up and don’t give up due to boredom.” In fine condition, with two small circles of ink erosion, barely touching a single letter of text. Starting Bid $500

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Gandhi prepares a hymnal tome while imprisoned at Yerawada

119. Mohandas Gandhi. ALS signed “M. K. Gandhi,” penned on both sides of a 3.5 x 5.5 India postal card, July 26, 1932.

Written while incarcerated at the Yerawada Central Prison, Gandhi writes a letter written to English professor John S. Hoyland, in part: “Just one line to thank you for your sweet note. Olwin’s idea of singing a common hymn on a fixed weekday on a fixed hour has, I see, taken root. Let us hope it will grow like a snow ball. I haven’t forgotten the Guj. hymns at which you laboured so much. When I am free from my present study, I propose to revise my own rendering & compare it with yours. Love to you all from Mahadev & me.” On the front side, Gandhi writes along an edge: “Mahadev tells me I have not a copy of your rendering of the Gujarati hymns.” In fine condition, with three small pieces of clear tape to one edge.

Gandhi had been imprisoned seven months earlier for staging peaceful protests following his return from England and the unproductive meetings on British-Indian relations. However, during an earlier imprisonment at Yerawada in 1930, Gandhi began perhaps his most major artistic undertaking when he translated every one of the 253 hymns of the Ashram Hymnal—a collection of hymns from across the whole of India. With the editing help of John Hoyland, the works were later published by George Allen & Unwin in 1934, under the title of Songs from Prison: Translations of Indian Lyrics Made in Jail. Letters written by the Mahatma in English are rare, with this example all the more desirable given its unique religious and musical content. Starting Bid $1000

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Extraordinary 1964 Nobel Peace Prize program signed by the recipient, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

120. Martin Luther King, Jr. Remarkable program in Norwegian for the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony held in Oslo for Dr. King on December 10, 1964, 5.25 x 7.5, signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint, “Martin Luther King.” Archivally matted and framed with a color copy of the program’s interior and a portrait of Dr. King holding his Nobel Prize medal to an overall size of 21.25 x 22.25. In fine condition, with very light handling wear. Accompanied by full letters of authenticity from University Archives and JSA. This program was signed by Dr. King for Paul and Dolores Moody during a reception held in his honor at the American embassy in Norway, and is accompanied by two contemporary letters from “Paul and Dolores” discussing the festivities. One, on a postcard depicting the University of Oslo, in part: “Its still hard to believe that we’re actually here. This is a picture of the hall where King received the prize. The King of Norway was seated about 3 seats to the left of us & diplomatic corp directly in front.

Attended a reception given by the American Embassy in King’s honor Friday night.” The second letter, dated December 28, 1964, in part: “Enclosed are a few clippings from the Globe & the autographed program. It was really fabulous. We were able to attend a reception given by the American Embassy in King’s honor and so had the pleasure of meeting Dr. & Mrs. King.”

The newspaper clippings mentioned are included, featuring an article by Paul Moody about the Nobel ceremony published in the Boston Globe.

At age 35, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., became the youngest man to receive the Nobel Peace Prize, awarded for his historic leadership of the Civil Rights Movement. A year earlier, in 1963, he led the March on Washington and given his iconic ‘I Have a Dream Speech.’ In 1964, the Civil Rights Movement achieved two of its signal successes: the passage of the 24th Amendment, prohibiting poll taxes, and the signing of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, outlawing segregation and racial discrimination.

As the leader of the peaceful movement, Dr. King was singled out by the Nobel selection committee for his role in reshaping American society. When notified of his selection, Dr. King announced that he would donate the prize money of $54,123 to the furtherance of his cause for equality. This magnificent program from his Nobel Prize ceremony, bolstered by its outstanding provenance, stands as one of the finest and most historically significant King pieces we have encountered. Starting Bid $1000

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Signed by Malcolm X’s co-author and daughter

121. Malcolm X: Alex Haley. Signed book: The Autobiography of Malcolm X. First edition. NY: Grove Press, 1965. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6.25 x 9.25, 455 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page in black felt tip by Malcolm X’s co-author, “March 10, 1988, For Joe Collins—with Brotherhood from me and the memory of Malcolm X—Sincerely, Alex Haley,” and signed on the front pastedown in black ballpoint by Malcolm X’s daughter, “Many Blessings! Attallah Shabazz.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG+/VG. Starting Bid $200

“Even the most fantastic dreams can be achieved if we are prepared to endure life’s challenges” 122. Nelson Mandela. Handsome limited edition 19.75 x 25.75 lithograph reproducing Mandela’s handwritten artist’s motivation for his ‘My Robben Island’ suite in facsimile, numbered 140/2500, signed in the lower border in pencil, “N. Mandela.” The print reads, in part: “Today when I look at Robben Island I see it as a celebration of the struggle and a symbol of the finest qualities of the human spirit, rather than as a monument to the brutal tyranny and oppression of apartheid…In these sketches entitled: My Robben Island, I have attempted to colour the Island sketches in ways that reflect the positive light in which I view it. This is what I would like to share with people around the world and, hopefully, also project the idea that even the most fantastic dreams can be achieved if we are prepared to endure life’s challenges.” In very fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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123. Florence Nightingale. Beautiful ink signature, “Florence Nightingale,” on an off-white 4.25 x 1 slip matted with an image to an overall size of 7.5 x 11.5.

In fine condition, with a light vertical fold.

Starting Bid $200

124. Florence Nightingale. ALS, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, personal letterhead, June 17, 1884. Letter to Edmund Boulnois of the Marylebone Infirmary thanking him for his kind words about “the ‘opening’ of your Training Home…

Your interest in the subject is my own and we owe you an infinite debt of gratitude for the great things you have done & are doing & will do in the cause of trained Parish Infirmary Nursing…I have delayed some days answering your kind invitation to take a part in the inauguration of what is always nearest my heart, & for which I have given my work, and compared to which one’s life is nothing. I have delayed not out of indifference but out of anxiety—anxiety to be able to say that I would gladly do whatever you wish.” Nightingale explains that although her health has been “worse than usual,” she continues to work. She writes: “Might I ask when your ‘opening’ takes place? & what it is that you kindly wish me to be present at? Indeed it is so foreign to my powers & to my whole life to show interest & give help in anything of a public manner & by anything but private work that I would fain say: Forgive & excuse me. But I would await your kind answer.” In fine condition, with a thin strip of mounting remnant along the side of the last page. Starting Bid $200

Supreme Court As president of the Continental Congress, John Jay welcomes Delaware’s newly elected delegate 125. John Jay. Revolutionary War–dated handwritten draft of a

letter by John Jay, unsigned, one page, 7.5 x 9, March 22, 1779.

Written as president of the Continental Congress, a letter to John Dickinson, the newly elected delegate from Delaware; Dickinson had previously represented Pennsylvania in the Congress. In part: “Your election to a seat in Congress is an Event for many Reasons pleasing to me. I have for some time past flatter’d myself with soon having the Pleasure of again seeing you in a Place which you formerly filled with advantage to your Country & Reputation to yourself. Permit me to hint that…your state is unrepresented & that were you apprized of the very important affairs now under consideration you would think with me that your attendance ought not to be delayed.” The letter has been extensively corrected in Jay’s hand. In very good to fine condition, with partial splitting along the upper fold, and nearly complete separation along the lower fold. Starting Bid $300

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126. Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr. Large engraved portrait of Associate Justice

Holmes by Franklin F. Ward, published by Charles Barmore of Princeton, N. J., signed below in black ink, “Oliver Wendell Holmes, January 29, 1922,” and countersigned in pencil by the engraver. Matted and framed to an overall size of 20.5 x 25. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

On stock speculation and the recharter of the Second Bank of the United States 127. John Marshall. ALS signed “J. Marshall,” one page both sides, 6.25 x 7.5, September 18, 1832. Letter to his son, James K. Marshall, concerning the sale of some bank stock. In part: “After writing to you it occured to me that the money for Mr. Hicks and Mr. Ambler might be required immediately, and that you might have written to them that it was deposited in the bank. Under this impression I requested Mr. Lynch, the broker, to sell two shares for the most he could get, but not to sell more than two for less than 112…He has departed somewhat from instructions and has sold thirteen shares for 111.75…I am confident that more cannot now be obtained, and am not sure that this price will hold. The rise is to be ascribed to the opinion that the bank of The United States will not be rechartered, and gentlemen speculate on a great rise in state stock when the present charter shall expire. All this is speculation…I shall sell the remaining three shares at the same price if an opportunity offers unless you direct otherwise, and shall place the money to the credit of the Farmer’s bank in Winchester.” Addressed on the integral leaf in Marshall’s hand. In very good to fine condition, with a tear to the left edge, scattered light stains, and damage to the integral address leaf, including a tear and the top third trimmed off and not present.

Near the end of the 1832 presidential campaign between Henry Clay and Andrew Jackson, Marshall writes to his son regarding the sale of some state bank stock. Through James H. Lynch, a broker, Marshall sold several shares that had risen in value because speculators believed that the Second Bank of the United States would not be rechartered. Two months later, Andrew Jackson, who opposed the recharter, was elected president. The Second Bank of the United States became private in 1836, and it was liquidated in 1841. Starting Bid $500

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Businessmen

The birth of the ‘Lincoln Motor Company’

128. Henry M. Leland. American machinist, inventor, engineer, and automotive entrepreneur (1843–1932) who founded the luxury automotive brands Cadillac and Lincoln. Remarkable DS, five pages, 8.5 x 13, July 31, 1917. Memorandum of agreement between Henry M. Leland and Wilfred C. Leland, and George H. Layng, W. Rex Johnston, and William T. Nash, in which the former party intends to “organize a Michigan corporation for the purpose of conducting a machine shop and of manufacturing, assembling and dealing in motors, transmissions, parts and accessories for motor cars, motor boats, motor cycles, aeroplanes, internal combustion engines, etc. etc.” Having prepared the necessary Articles of Association for such a corporation, the Lelands desire to associate themselves with the named second party of Layng, Johnston, and Nash, and organize a “Michigan corporation…to be known as ‘Lincoln Motor Company,’ having a capital stock of One Million, Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($1,500,000.00).” Other details of the original stockholder contributions and holdings are outlined in the terms of formation.

Signed neatly at the conclusion in fountain pen by Leland, his son, and the additional parties of interest. The document retains its original blue file backing. In fine condition. Starting Bid $500

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Rare ‘casinghead gas contract’ signed by Getty in 1937

129. J. Paul Getty. DS, three pages, 8.5 x 14, January 8, 1937. Casinghead gas contract between J. Paul Getty and J. E. Crosbie, Inc., in which the former “hereby grants, bargains, sells and agrees to deliver…all the casinghead now or hereafter produced from the wells on the lands” situate and being within the County of Pontotoc, State of Oklahoma. Signed neatly at the conclusion by Getty. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

Science and Inventors Using the term “evolution” in the Darwinian sense in 1870—before its first appearance in print 130. Charles Darwin. AALS signed “Ch. Dar-

win,” three pages, 4.75 x 8, personal letterhead, November 11, [1870]. Letter to Philip Lutley Sclater, who has been reading the proofs of Darwin’s Descent of Man, describing the ornithologist William Henry Hudson as “a hater of evolution.” In full: “I will most gladly accept your kindness. I look at the delay caused as nothing comparatively to the great benefit. I never expected or hoped for many criticisms, but I still hope you will point out any serious error, whatever trouble this may cause to my Printers. I suppose I shall soon receive Revises, but Messrs Clowes [the printers of The Descent of Man] sometimes delay the 2d proofs till 2/3 of a whole vol. is corrected in first proof.

Mr. Hudson’s paper is very interesting & it pleases me to see so staunch a hater of evolution a little staggered at the end of his paper.” He adds a postscript to the adjoining page: “I will not now waste quite so much time in trying to find every name quoted in some book; so you will doubly help me.” In fine condition, with scattered light creasing and foxing.

One of the earliest known examples of the use of the term “evolution” in the Darwinian sense, pre-dating its first appearance in print in The Descent of Man. Although the term had long been in use in embryology, its use had been avoided by JeanBaptiste Lamarck in his 1809 work ‘Philosophie Zoologique’; likewise, Darwin long resisted its use in the field of ontogenesis (biological development), preferring instead the phrase ‘descent with modification.’ In the last sentence of the first edition of Origin (1859), Darwin did use the verb ‘evolved’ (‘From so simple a beginning endless forms most beautiful and most wonderful have been, and are being, evolved’), but he had still not yet settled on the term ‘evolution’ to articulate his most important theory. The word ‘evolution’ occurs for the first time in any of Darwin’s printed works in The Descent of Man (vol. 1, p. 2), first published on February 24, 1871; Darwin then uses it—as a noun—in the revised sixth edition of Origin (published on February 19, 1872). Starting Bid $1000

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131. DNA: James D. Watson. TLS signed

133. Thomas Edison. Classic

“James D. Watson,” one page, 5.5 x 8.5, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory letterhead, July 13, 1988.

Letter to Dr. Wolfgang Heil in Dusseldorf, in part: “There is a German edition of Recombinant DNA: A Short Course published

by Speckstrom der Wissen-Schaft - Heidelberg.

A new edition in English is being prepared, hopefully for publication in the fall of 1989.” In fine condition.

Starting Bid $200

pencil signature, “Thos. A. Edison,” on an off-white 3 x 2.5 card. In fine condition, with old mounting remnants on the reverse. Starting Bid $200

132. Thomas Edison. Edison Botanic Research Corpora-

tion business check, 8.25 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Edison, “Thos A. Edison,” payable to Gertrude V. Haberle for $19.50, November 1, 1928. In fine condition. A desirable example given the large size of Edison’s ‘umbrella’ signature. Starting Bid $200

134. Thomas Edison. Partly-printed DS, signed “Thos.

A. Edison,” one page, 8.75 x 4, February 25, 1921. Edison Storage Battery Co. promissory note, in part: “On the 31st day of May 1921, we promise to pay to the order of Semet Solvay Company Six Thousand Ninety Five Dollars at Fidelity Union Trust Co., Newark, NJ.” Signed at the conclusion by Edison as chairman of the board of directors, and countersigned by a vice president. In very good to fine condition, with short tears to the top edge and a large “Cancelled” stamp affecting Edison’s signature. Starting Bid $200

Approving a phonograph record testing procedure 135. Thomas Edison. Autograph endorsement in pencil, “Blinne, Yes—TAE,” on a letter written to him by F. S. Blinne, one page. 8.5 x 11, no date but circa 1924. Blinne’s letter concerns the procedure for testing records, in part: “We have found a suitable location for testing Viley’s records in Bldg 21 and the booths should be ready in a few days…I noticed to-day that in filling an order…that 25% of these were marked E indicating that they were new heavy varnish records. Your instructions call for testing every record from stock. Inasmuch as my testing has shown this new work to be 90% F.G. or better it would greatly expedite the work if we accepted these heavy varnish records… without further testing.” In fine condition. Edison carefully controlled the processes in his factories and laboratories, and had famously introduced the ‘Edison Diamond Disc Record’ in 1912. Starting Bid $200

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“The theory of electricity based on parallelism at a distance becomes ever more attractive” 136. Albert Einstein. Third-person ANS in German, signed

“Albert,” one page, 4.5 x 6.75, no date. Below a printed facsimile poem celebrating his fiftieth birthday (dated March 14, 1929), Einstein writes: “Hopelessly buried in an avalanche of papers, your Albert thanks you heartily for the time being.

Your lines again show that nothing in later life is equal to the friendships of youth. The theory of electricity based on parallelism at a distance becomes ever more attractive. Whether it is true, however, I still don’t know. It will be revealed soon.”

In fine condition, with scattered creasing, and an unobtrusive diagonal fold passing through the signature.

At the beginning of 1929, Einstein published equations for his unified field theory of gravitation and electro-magnetism, based on the concept of parallelism at a distance with respect to four orthogonal vectors of reference. He continued to pursue the subject of the ‘Unified Field Theory’ for the rest of his life, though he never satisfactorily mastered the problem—it remains unsolved to this day. Boasting superb content on his “theory of electricity” on an unusual printed poem card, this is an outstanding scientific Einstein piece. Starting Bid $1000

Working toward a unified field theory, Einstein’s notes on spacetime 137. Albert Einstein. Remarkable scientific AMS in German, signed “A. Einstein,” one page, 8.5 x 11, no date but circa 1938 or earlier. An important working manuscript apparently representing Einstein’s notes for a paper entitled ‘On a Generalization of Kaluza’s Theory of Electricity,’ co-authored with Peter Bergmann and published in Annals of Mathematics, vol. 39, no.

3, July 1938. This manuscript details part of Einstein’s attempt to construct a unified theory of electromagnetism, gravitation and quantum mechanics based on a curved five dimensional spacetime with five spacetime coordinates x1, x2, x3, x4, x0 and four spatial coordinates, one of which, x0, is periodic. Through every point it is assumed that there passes a closed geodesic given by x1, x2, x3, x4 constant. In fine condition, with scattered light toning and faint show-through from old adhesive on reverse. Einstein presented this manuscript page to the daughter of Luther P. Eisenhart, chairman of the Mathematics Department at Princeton University.

Although the final paper appeared in English, correspondences in the wording and equations used in this manuscript and in the section of the published article headed ‘The Space Structure’ suggest that they are linked. The approach taken in this paper is sometimes referred to as ‘Projective Relativity’ and is a type of unified theory pioneered by Theodor Kaluza and later by Oskar Klein in the 1920s; their underlying ideas form the basis for modern superstring theory and studies on these subjects continue to be pursued by theoretical physicists today. Starting Bid $5000

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Einstein’s witty thanks for a treat—a “triumph of technical thinking” that has surpassed “the atomic bomb” 138. Albert Einstein.

ALS in German, signed “A. Einstein,” one page, 8.5 x 11, blindstamped Princeton letterhead, [January 23, 1947].

Letter to Ruth Daman, mentioning both the atomic bomb and fellow physicist Gustav Peter Bucky. To Einstein, Ruth’s gift—probably something healthy to eat—”represents in fact the latest triumph of technical thinking, and this most recent manifestation has the advantage over the previous one, the atomic bomb, of a certain harmlessness. On a personal level, it holds my mission up in front of me, to keep myself conscientiously to the feeding bowl, so as not to kick the bucket ahead of time. This also corresponds with the diagnosis of the Doctors Bucky, senior and junior, which has been confirmed from experience through my recently eroded belly and the corresponding increase in vitality.” Einstein’s stepdaughter Margot pens an untranslated note at the bottom, dated January 23, 1947. In fine condition.

Einstein’s joking reference to the atomic bomb is somewhat surprising, considering his commitment to pacifism and rejection of nuclear arms technology. Though he had initially supported the Manhattan Project at its outset, after World War II he established the Emergency Committee of Atomic Scientists to warn the public of the dangers associated with the development of nuclear weapons, promote the peaceful use of nuclear energy, and ultimately work towards world peace. An interesting autograph letter that reveals Einstein’s playful personality, boasting a unique reference to the atomic bomb. Starting Bid $1000

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139. Giuseppe Maria Ficatelli. Italian mathematician and painter of the Baroque period (1639–1703). Manuscript from

Ficatelli’s personal library, signed on the front flyleaf in ink, “Ad uso di me Gioseffo Maria Figatelli,” bound in vellum boards, 5.75 x 7.75, 58 pages. The text of the untitled manuscript, penned in another hand, is closely related to the first half of Ficatelli’s writing ‘Ristretto aritmetico,’ which first appeared in Modena in 1664. There are slight changes in the chapter sequence and chapter headings. The arithmetic problems are presented differently, the solutions are executed. The corrections in the text, which are fully consistent with the printed work, suggest that this is the elaborate, possibly original manuscript of the work.

In very good to fine condition, with heavy wear to the covers and a cracked front board; interior pages are generally clean, although several have some edge staining. Starting Bid $300

The influential ‘Big Bang’ theorist

140. Alexander Fleming. Austrian 1944 series five schilling banknote issued by the Allied Military Authority, 4.5 x 2.75, no. 12H571323, signed vertically in fountain pen, “Alexander Fleming.” In very good condition, with a central fold, light overall handling wear, and two old tape stains. A scarce, unusual format signed by the Nobel Prize-winning physician.

Starting Bid $200

141. Alexander von Humboldt. Ger-

man naturalist and explorer (1769–1859) who wrote Kosmos, a massive five-volume study which attempted to unify the various branches of man’s knowledge. Handwritten manuscript fragment, unsigned, one page, 4.25 x 3.75, no date. An untranslated fragment from a scientific work. In very good condition, with folds and overall creasing. Starting Bid $200

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142. George Gamow. Influential Russian-born theoretical physicist and cosmologist (1904–1968) who was a leading advocate of the ‘Big Bang’ theory. Extremely rare fountain pen signature, “Nov. 17th 1960, With regards from, G. Gamow,” on an off-white 8.5 x 11 sheet of University of Colorado letterhead. In fine condition. A large and impressive autograph from the important physicist. Starting Bid $200

From the members of the ‘Consistorium Academicum’ in 1743, highlighted by Linnaeus 143. Carl Linnaeus. Exceptional LS in Swedish, nine pages on five sheets, 8 x 12.75, August 19, 1743. Untranslated letter written on behalf of the “Consistorium Academicum” at the University of Uppsala, in the matter of the estate of Gryttiom. Signed at the conclusion by Linnaeus and Anders Celsius, along with nine other scientists, including: Mattsius Asp, Magnus Beronius, Anders Boberg, Olof Celsius, Petrus Kerman, Samuel Klingenstierna, Daniel Solander, Petrus Ullen, and Johan Eric Fick. In fine condition, with a single horizontal and vertical fold and the final page detached.

Linnaeus (1707–1778) is remembered as the remarkably influential botanist and zoologist who developed a system of classification for categorization of organisms and binomial nomenclature for naming them-he is universally recognized as the ‘father of taxonomy.’ While he is the most well-known of the signers here, several others made contributions to the advancement of modern science as well—Celsius was a mentor of Linneaus and the nephew of Anders Celsius, developer of the eponymous temperature scale; Klingenstierna was the first to recognize errors in Isaac Newton’s theories of refraction; and Solander was the first university-educated scientist to set foot on Australian soil after accompanying James Cook on his first voyage on the Endeavour. Starting Bid $300

144. Samuel F. B. Morse. American

artist and inventor (1791–1872) whose development of the telegraph revolutionized worldwide communication. ALS signed “Sam’l F. B. Morse,” one page, 5 x 8, January 25, 1870.

Letter to H. C. Beach, in part: “I regret than I can send you no other photograph…I have had so many similar requests that my stock is exhausted.

You speak of Louis Figuier’s work ‘les Merveilles de la Science’ &c. I subscribed to the work when in Paris, and have perused the numbers with great pleasure.” In fine condition. A boldly penned, highly desirable letter by the painter-turned-inventor, whose electric telegraph is discussed in Figuier’s work. Starting Bid $200

145. Jan Evangelista Purkyne.

Czech anatomist and physiologist (1787– 1869) who was one of the most well-known scientists of his time.

Rare manuscript DS, in Czech, signed “Purkyne,” one page, 10 x 15.75, October 11, 1832. A “receipt for one large microscope no. II, lent to Prof. Dr. Hamernik, consisting of the following parts,” listing its various parts, noting: “The microscope with its parts is stored in a mahogany box with a lock.” The invoice, made out by the archive of the physiological institute, is signed by Purkyne and H. Wallmann as well as by the physician and statesman Joseph Hamerník.

In very good to fine condition, with some creasing and toning.

Starting Bid $200

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Handwritten speech on “The Oscillation of the Balance” by the father of the Periodic Table 146. Dmitri Mendeleev. Russian chemist and inventor (1834–1907) who formulated the Periodic Law and created a predictive version of the periodic table of elements. Remarkable autograph manuscript in Russian, signed “D. Mendeleev,” 24 leaves (some with additional writing on the reverse), 8.75 x 14, no date but circa 1898. Mendeleev’s handwritten manuscript of his speech on “The Oscillation of the Balance,” delivered at the General Meeting of the 10th Congress of Russian Naturalists in Kiev in August 1898, corrected by Mendeleev throughout. In very good to fine condition. Accompanied by a handsome custommade blue half morocco solander case, as well as a Russian transcript of the text as published.

In his annotated bibliography of his own works, self-compiled in 1899, Mendeleev writes: ‘Predmet schitaju ochen’ vazhnym i interesnym’ (‘A subject I find very important and interesting’). After the end of his teaching career at the University of St. Petersburg in 1890, Mendeleev was variously employed by the government bureaucracy. From 1892 on he was ‘concerned in the regulation of the system of weights and measures in Russia, a task that he discharged ‘with enthusiasm, since here the purely scientific was closely interwoven with the practical.’ In 1893 he was named director of the newly created Central Board of Weights and Measures, a post which he held until his death, and in connection with which he frequently traveled abroad” (DSB IX, 292). ‘The great importance of Mendeleev’s work,’ write Kayak and Smirnova, ‘was that in his approach to the development of the theory of balances and methods of accurate weighing he took into account the physical essence of the phenomena investigated, whereas many investigators before and even after him attempted to solve all the problems on the basis of purely mechanical conceptions…Mendeleev’s interest in balances as the most important instrument in physical and chemical investigations was manifested from the very beginning of his scientific work. Long before his move to the Depot of Standard Weights and Measures he devoted much attention to the perfection of balances, and methods of accurate weighing. In 1861 Mendeleev succeded in observing the oscillations of balances from a distance, thereby eliminating the influence of the heat radiated by the observer on the balance; he also proposed the use of a heat distributor made of copper for a balance beam. Mendeleev’s most important work on the development of the theory of balances and methods of accurate weighing was made at the Principal Bureau of Weights and Measures, where he took upon himself the entire responsibility for organizing and equipping the weight laboratory.’ Published: Sochineniya 7, pp. 577-591.

Reference: Sochineniya 25, p. 752, no. 275. - Cf. L. K. Kayak and N. A. Smirnova, Theory of balances and accurate weighing in the investigations of Mendeleev and later developments, in: Izmeritel’naya Tekhnika 9 (Sept. 1969), pp. 25-28. Starting Bid $5000

147. William Ramsay. Scottish chemist (1852-1916) who discovered the noble gases and won the 1904 Nobel Prize in Chemistry. ALS, one page both sides, 4.5 x 7, Beechcroft, Hazlemore, Bucks letterhead, July 9, 1915. Letter to English physiologist and neurologist Henry Charlton Bastian, in part: “Usually, ‘iron sulfate’ is a ferrous salt, FeSO4. 7H20. As you may remember it is green coloured crystals. It is likely that that is what you are using, as your solution is green. Ferric sulphate is not so commonly sold; it is Fe2 (So4)3, & is a nearly white powder. The deepening of the colour of your solution is due to oxidation; 2 Fe=SO4 + O (dyad iron) = O—Fe=SO4 [and] Fe=SO4 (triad iron). I am surprised the solution is not turbid (unless it is acid) for the basic ferric sulphate is pretty insoluble. It may be your granular yellow deposit.

We have been deprived of our car for over a month; and our chauffeur went…in January. But we hope to make an excursion some day soon to see you all. We were to have had our car back last night, but it is not here yet.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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148. Tadeusz Reichstein. Polish-Swiss chemist (1897– 1996) awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1950 for his work on hormones of the adrenal cortex which culminated in the isolation of cortisone. Handwritten manuscript by Reichstein, headed “Diploides Asplenium obovatum,” sixteen pages, 8.25 x 11.75, with handwritten cover letter signed “T. Reichstein,” dated October 4, 1976. Manuscript pertaining to the article authored by by Tadeusz Reichstein and Ivor Manton on Aspleniaceae, a family of ferns, which had been published in 1962 in ‘Bauhina,’ the journal of the Basel Botanical Society. Includes various hand-drawn diagrams, and a few pages mostly blank. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Starting Bid $200

149. Nikolai Vavilov. Soviet agronomist, botanist and

geneticist best known for having identified the centers of origin of cultivated plants (1887–1943). Rare ALS in Russian, signed “N. Vavilov,” one page on a 3.5 x 5.5 photo postcard of Dutch botanist and geneticist Hugo de Vries, February 11, 1922. Letter to O. V. Yakushkina of the Department of Applied Botanics, in full (translated): “Find enclosed a picture of de Vries made by myself. I took from him the best things possible.

De Vries is a great man, it’s out of question for me.” He adds a postscript, “In a few days I’m leaving for Russia.” In very good to fine condition, with a corner crease, and light overall soiling. Starting Bid $300

Intellectuals

Freud turns 80 150. Sigmund Freud. Fabulous thank-you card sent following his 80th birthday, 6 x 4.75, May 1936, signed in fountain pen, “Freud.” The printed text, in German, reads (translated): “Thank you very much for your participation in the celebration of my eightieth birthday.” In very fine condition. Accompanied by a modern postcard portrait of the revered pioneer of psychoanalysis. Starting Bid $300

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151. Peter Kropotkin. Russian geographer, zoologist, and political theorist (1842–1921) best known for his advocacy of

anarchist communism. Collection of eighteen ALSs and two unsigned autograph letters by Kropotkin, totaling 40 pages, dated 1902–1912, to the literary agent Charles Francis Cazenove (1870-1915) about various publications. On February 22, 1902, he writes: “As to the Preface & a new edition of, ‘Fields, Factories…’ it is an excellent idea. But—when would it be required?…

Here is the article on theories ‘Small Industries in England’ (Nineteenth Century August 1900) which ought, in fact, be added to the Appendix. Does not America take another 500 or more copies of the book?”

On April 6, 1902, he writes: “I am very sorry that I have…delayed to reprint my ‘Fields, Factories.’ All the time I expected that I should be able to do it; but after all I could not, and was even compelled…to go away from home to the sea side. I hope that the absence of a preface will not be harmful and in the meantime I shall prepare something for the next reprint.“ On August 4, 1906, he writes: “Here is the dummy of the edition which we have settled upon.” On August 25, 1906, he writes: “Best thanks for your letter concerning the acceptance of the ‘Conquest of Bread.’ It seems extravagant to publish such a book at such a price, but as we have not the nerves of publishing ourselves, we have to pass through it.” In overall fine condition.

Accompanied by an export certificate from the French Ministry of Culture.

‘The Conquest Of Bread’ first appeared in Paris in 1892, although Kropotkin had expounded his theories a decade earlier in the pages of the anarchist journal ‘La Revolt.’ 1906 saw its first appearance in English when it was published in London. The book is similar in many ways to his ‘Fields, Factories and Workshops’ (1912), which was also a compilation of articles written between 1888 and 1890. Starting Bid $500

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Religious Figures 153. Mother Teresa. Glossy

8 x 10 photo of Mother Teresa and another nun holding a chicken, signed in black felt tip, “God bless you, M. Teresa mc.”

In fine condition, with a few light surface creases. Accompanied by a transmittal letter from an assistant, dated March 3, 1981.

Starting Bid $200

154. Mother Teresa. Signed

book: Something Beautiful for God. Later printing. London: Collins/ Fount Paperbacks, 1980.

Softcover, 4.25 x 7, 156 pages.

Signed on a prefatory page in red ink, “Love others as God loves you, God bless you, M. Teresa.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

Pope Benedict XVI’s personally-worn zucchetto 155.

Pope Benedict XVI.

Pope Benedict XVI’s personallyworn white zucchetto skullcap (worn as pope emeritus), measuring 7˝ in diameter, featuring a light suede white lining and white moire fabric exterior. In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of provenance signed

by Pope Benedict’s personal secretary Georg Ganswein, March 21, 2018, in full: “This is to certify that the enclosed ‘zucchetto’ has been worn by His Holiness Pope em. Benedict XVI.” Also includes the zucchetto’s white moire-covered box, which has an “A. Gammarelli” label affixed inside the cover. A fantastic piece boasting excellent provenance. Starting Bid $300

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World Leaders “Israel can never agree to the closing of the straits of Tiran by the Egyptian enemy” 156. David Ben-Gurion. TLS in Hebrew, one page, 6.25 x 8, State of Israel letterhead, February 22, 1956. Letter to Itzhak Tabenkin, a member of the Knesset, Kibbutz Ein-Harod. In part (translated): “The State of Israel can never agree to the closing of the straits of Tiran by the Egyptian enemy and the forbidding of vessels determined for Israel. I must tell you, for over forty years, this has been one of my biggest dreams. I have a special file on Akaba and Eilat as they are of special importance for Israel and the world as well. The importance of Eilat is that she opens for us the way to the peoples of Asia and East Africa, and it is only with our connections to these nations that we have the possibility of self-sufficient economic development in the country.” In fine condition, with two filing holes to the right side. Starting Bid $200

157. Edmund Burke. ALS signed “Edm.

Burke,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 7.25 x 9, no date. Letter to his cousin Garret Nagle, concerning the collection of Burke’s Irish rents, the mixed fortunes of various Nagle relatives, and rumors of a near-insurrection in Cork, along with encouragement to ill-treated Catholics in that town. In part: “I cannot conceive why the Tenants should be so very much behind hand. I know that the markets are not only reasonably good, but extremely high…I think it therefore not unreasonable, that they should be compelled to pay; & the sooner the better—for if persons so poor as they are, should be sufferd to run long in arrears nothing will be got from them…

I am extremely pleased with what you tell me, & indeed what I had before heard of several young Roman Catholicks at Cork. The manner in which they were treated by the association was certainly very improper, but I would not have them to be discouraged by the rude & illjudged conduct of unthinking men; but to persevere in every mark of their good affections to the government under which they live. Whenever it comes into wise & manly hands they will find the Benefit of it, notwithstanding the shameful surrender that was made of the powers of Government on a late occasion in Scotland; which has indeed inflamed the Spirit of Bigotry, & received a Temper which I thought had nearly been extinguishd in every part of the world. Some letters were receivd here, concerning the disposition shown by the lower sort of profile in Cork during the apprehension of an invasion, as if they were on the point of making an insurrection for the plunder of that City. I suspect that there is not much if any Truth in the Story.

I wish you would enquire & let me know what foundation there was for it.” In very good to fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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158. Fidel and Raul Castro. DS in Spanish,

signed “Fidel Castro” and “R. Castro Ruz,” one page, 8.25 x 12.75, September 13, 1975. An untranslated order concerning the granting of military ranks of offices, signed at the conclusion by Fidel Castro and Raul Castro.

In very good condition, with torn filing holes to the left side, and multiple intersecting folds. A rarely seen combination of signatures from the Cuban leader and his brother, who would become his successor. Starting Bid $200

159. Madame Chiang Kai-shek and V. K. Wellington Koo. Uncommon

glossy 6 x 9.75 photo of Madame Chiang Kai-shek and Chinese statesman Wellington Koo, signed in ink by both, “Mayling Soong Chiang” and “V. K. Wellington Koo, Washington, D.C., 1950.” In very good condition, with moderate overall creasing and crazing, paperclip impressions to the top edge, homemade deckle edges, and very poor contrast to the signature of Madame Chiang Kai-shek. Accompanied by a 1950 transmittal letter from the American embassy in Taiwan. A unique and desirable combination. Starting Bid $200

161.

Winston Churchill. DS, signed

“Winston S. Churchill,” one page, 8 x 10, October 1959. A consent to the sale of property, “Title No. LN. 168889, Property—Nos. 7 & 23, Randolph Mews, Paddington, W.9.,” which reads, in full: “I, the right honorable Sir Winston Leonard Spencer Churchill K.G., O.M., C.H., M.P., of Chartwell Westerham in the County of Kent hereby consent to the sale of the above premises by Clementine Ogilvy Churchill G.B.E. the wife of The Right Honorable Sir Winston Leonard Spencer Churchill, Anthony Forbes Moir, Sir Thomas Leslie Rowan K.C.B., C.V.O. and John Rupert Colville C.B., C.V.O. and I hereby apply for the cancellation of the restriction upon the disposition of the said property to Ida Klara Bloom.” Signed at the conclusion by Churchill. In very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds, creasing to the lower left corner, and staple holes to the left edge. Starting Bid $200

Striking portrait of the British prime minister 160. Winston Churchill. Classic matte-finish 3.25 x 4.5

portrait of a serious Churchill in a polka-dot bow tie, affixed to a 4.5 x 6.5 mount, crisply signed on the mount in fountain pen, “Winston S. Churchill.” Framed to an overall size of 6.5 x 8.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $300

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Khrushchev on the restoration of a steel factory, which “will help the Red Army in the final destruction of German-Fascist’s aggressors” 162. Nikita Khrushchev. World War II–dated

TLS in Cyrillic, one page, 7.25 x 11.25, March 11, 1944. Letter to the Metal Factory of Dzerginskiy—to Comrades Fomenko, Schepanskiy, Kozlov, Koodinov, Taranov. Khrushchev congratulates the workers on their “industrial victory,” stating it will help “the Red Army in the final destruction of German Fascist aggressors.” In full (translated): “Congratulate collective of workers, engineers, technicians and employees of metal factory of Dzerginskiy with new industrial victory—putting into operation a second [house] furnace. CK KP/b/ U is strongly sure that collective of metalworkers of ‘Dzerginki’ following instructions of comrade Stalin about fastest restoring black metallurgy will successfully solve further problems with restoring its factory, will provide over planned production of cast-iron, steel and will help the Red Army in the final destruction of German-Fascist’s aggressors. I wish you further success in your work.” In fine condition, with a trimmed left edge. Starting Bid $200

163. William MacGuckin de Slane. Irish oriental-

ist (1801–1878) known for translating and publishing a number of important medieval Arabic texts. Two ALSs in French, each signed “M. G. de Slane,” totaling five pages on three sheets, February 1846, both to the Orientalist Joseph Toussaint Reinaud (1795– 1867), a student of Silvestre de Sacys, who cataloged the Parisian oriental manuscripts. These letters contain detailed accounts of Slane’s attempts to acquire oriental manuscripts for the Parisian library. He describes the finds, gives prices, and asks his friend to work in Paris for the purchase of the same. In very good to fine condition, with an edge tear to one letter. Starting Bid $200

Scarce order signed by Stalin during the ‘great purge’ 164. Joseph Stalin. Scarce DS in Cyrillic, one page, 8 x 11.25, August 20, 1937.

Official letter issued to Georgy Malenkov, Alexander Alemasov, and Alfred Lepa, which consist of the following orders (translated): “1 To remove Comrade Lepa from the post of the First Secretary of Tatarstan regional committee of AUCP(b), and recall him into the disposal of the Central Committee of the AUCP(b). / 2. Accept the post of the Acting First Secretary of Tatarstan regional committee of AUCP(b) Comrade Alemasov, remove him from the post of the authorized officer of NKVD of Tatarstan.” Signed at the conclusion in blue pencil by Stalin. In very good to fine condition, with light wrinkling and toning. Lepa served as the First Secretary of the Tatarstan Communist Party from October 1933 until July 1937, a position that was then assumed by Alemasov for a period lasting from August 26, 1937 until March 9, 1942. A significant document dating to the ‘great purge’ of the Soviet Union. Starting Bid $300

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The founder of modern China

165. Sun Yat-sen. Chinese revolutionary (1866–1925) who helped to overthrow the centuries-old Qing Dynasty in 1911 to become the first president of the Republic of China. Incredibly rare circa 1912 cabinet-style 3.5 x 5 albumen portrait of Sun Yat-sen affixed to its original 4.75 x 8.5 mount, boldly signed on the image in black ink, “Sun Yet sen.” Published by H. T. Thompson and housed in its original presentation folder. The photograph itself is in fine, essentially flawless condition; the presentation folder is worn, with tears to its inner tissue, not affecting the rare signed photo whatsoever. As a revered political leader of the 20th century and the key figure in establishing the modern Chinese state, Sun Yat-sen represents one of the most highly sought-after autographs worldwide. Signed photographs are excessively rare, with this representing only the third we have ever offered. Starting Bid $1000

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166. Leon Trotsky. TLS in German, signed “Ihr L. Trotsky,” one page, 8.25

x 10.75, November 2, 1933. Letter to Lilly and Ludwig Lore, in part (translated): “I am disappointed that our meeting is not concluded. At the behest of the doctors I had almost a month in a very remote corner of France, cut off from each connection. Your kind letter, as dozens of others, I have only now found after I returned to ‘normal’ life. Even my wife who has come back to me now, will not reconcile herself with the thought that you were both so close.” In very good to fine condition, with scattered light creasing and wrinkling, and a rusty paperclip impression to the top edge.

Ludwig Lore was an American socialist magazine editor and newspaper writer, who was later charged with having gathered information and secretly worked to recruit agents for a Soviet foreign intelligence network. His contact with Soviet intelligence seems to have ended in 1937, owing in part to the belief in Moscow that he retained ties to Trotsky’s movement. A desirable letter between comrades.

Starting Bid $200

Royalty Ornate appointment by Catherine the Great

167. Catherine the Great. The most

renowned and the longest-ruling female leader of Russia, reigning from July 9, 1762 until her death in 1796 at the age of 67. Vellum DS in Cyrillic, signed “Ekaterina,” one page, 16.5 x 13.5, 1786. Renewal of an appointment for Lieutenant General Otto von Derfelden from the year 1784, prominently signed at the conclusion by Catherine the Great. In very good to fine condition, with light staining and soiling, and fading to the start of the signature.

Starting Bid $200

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168. King Charles IX. Magnificent LS in French, signed

“Charles,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 9 x 13.5, April 1568. Lengthy letter to Monsieur de Fourquevaulx, Charles’s Councillor and Ambassador in Spain, in part: “I assume that M. de Montmorin has given you a detailed account of my situation and attempt to reconcile my subjects and rid my realm of calamities and oppressions…I am waiting for Montmorin’s return so that I can send a man of quality to explain my affairs to the Catholic King, my brother-in-law, and the Queen, my sister, as I always do with people who care about the good state and prosperity of said affairs…After Mathurin’s departure, we have been working continuously to carry out the decisions that have been made so that my realm will be restored to its state before the unrest—rebuilding of towns, places and castles, returning all German foreigners on both sides, garrisoning my cavalrymen, and dispatching the infantrymen I want to keep on the border as well as in all the cities where it seems necessary, in order to enforce my will from now on and prevent the problems we have just had from occurring again. Since the foreigners I have been sending back might want to enter the land of the King, I would like you to let him know that I have written down the itinerary they must follow, a copy of which I am sending to you. They have been expressly ordered not to enter the lands under his rule, and I shall make sure they will not.

From the letter you had your secretary send to the Queen, my mother, I have learned what Prince d’Evolly told you on behalf of his master as well as the Emperor‘s complaints about my taking into my service some of the people who had been banished from the Empire along with Grambach and Mandelo. The letters the King has received from the Emperor about this matter must be very old as I have been complying with the Emperor’s will on this point for a long time, ever since the unrest started in my realm, and I am confident that he has been quite content about it…

The best thing you can do to please me is to tell me about the King and Queen as often as possible. You told me in your last two letters that the King was to go to the Netherlands in May. Can you please confirm this and find out who will go with him, what will become of the country in his absence, of my sister and the Prince, his son, what orders he intends to give before his departure, why he has done the levying you have described to me in Germany, and also in Spain, and what use he intends to make of these troops.” Signed at the conclusion by the king, and countersigned by De Neufville. In fine condition, with wear to the edges affecting a couple of words of text.

Starting Bid $200

169. King George II. Printed pamphlet of an act issued by King George II, entitled “An Act for the more easy Recovery of Debts in His Majesty’s Plantations and Colonies in America.” London: John Baskett, 1732. Bound in modern wrappers, 7.25 x 11, three pages.

In very good to fine condition, with light toning, soiling, and dampstaining. An interesting early act concerning the American colonies, dating to more than forty years before the Revolutionary War. Starting Bid $200

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The future king writes on the execution of Louis XVII and the reestablishment of the monarchy 170. King Charles X. ALS in French, signed “CP,” one page

both sides, 6 x 7.25, July 3, 1795. The future king writes in the aftermath of the French Revolution, in part (translated): “I didn’t receive your letter of June 15 until yesterday, my dear cousin, believe me that I am counting too firmly on your kindness not to have been certain in advance of the sympathy you would have at the new misfortune which has just befallen our family.

This great event affected me all the more as it reminds me of everything I have lost, but I would like to hope that it will turn to the advantage of our cause, as it gives us a King at such a good age for governing us. I also think that I can count on the Powers’ not further delaying in conducting themselves as justice and their own interests prescribe…however, I am beginning not to doubt anymore that I will finally attain the goal of all my desires. You have known for a long time that is one of my most fervent desires; I will never change in that regard, and it is to your kindness that I am relying upon…I am confident that I will incessantly be in a position to explain more clearly.

My son…the interest and friendship you had the kindness to show him; I respond to you that you are not obliged [at all], and I share entirely the feelings and gratitude of my little [boy]. I absolutely adopt your ideas on what should be done to…and… reestablishment of the monarchy; I am very certain that our P--- will not neglect any means on his part, and I will resume again and proceed on mine as best I can. I know that Col. Crawford will [have] to rejoin, furnished with…excellent men, I am satisfied at this and with you, for everything interesting you is necessarily of personal interest to me. Adieu, my very dear cousin, believe the very intense and tender friendship I devote to you for life.” In fine condition. Charles Philippe, comte d’Artois, lived in exile following the French Revolution, returning to France as a royalist leader during the Bourbon Restoration. He ascended to the throne in 1824, and was deposed in the July Revolution of 1830. A desirable letter boasting historic content. Starting Bid $200

171. King George VI and Queen Elizabeth. Partly-

printed DS, signed “George R. I.” and “Elizabeth R,” one page, 12.5 x 15.25, January 1, 1938. King George VI appoints “Albert William Stone Esquire Chief Accountant in the Office of Our Privy Purse Paymaster Lieutenant in Our Royal Navy retired” as “a Member of the Fifth Class of Our Royal Victorian Order.” Signed in the upper right by King George VI, and signed at the conclusion by his consort, Queen Elizabeth, later known as the Queen Mother. In fine condition, with a few small rust stains, and two file holes to the right side. Accompanied by a transmittal letter from the secretary of the Royal Victorian Order, and a signed carbon copy of Stone’s reply.

Starting Bid $200

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172. King Ludwig I.

King of Bavaria from 1825 until the 1848 revolutions in the German states (1786–1868). ALS in German, signed “Ludwig,” one page, 6.5 x 8.25, June 3, 1827. Letter to August Graf von Platen “in Rome or Naples,” thanking him for the dedication of his poem “To King Ludwig I” on the occasion of his accession. In part (translated): “Especially Rome is for us Germans the place where all aspects of the soul were touched; they reverberate throughout life in the north.” Addressed on the integral address leaf in Ludwig’s hand. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

173. Maria Theresa. Holy Roman Empress and Queen of Bohemia (1717–1780) who was the mother of Marie Antoinette. ALS in German, signed “M,” one page both sides, 6.25 x 7.75, March 9, 1765. Letter to an unnamed official, on preparations for the Hungarian state parliament, mentioning the “chancellor” (Wenzel Anton, Prince of Kaunitz-Rietberg) who had some qualms about her resolutions. In fine condition, with a small piece of tape at each end of the hinge.

Starting Bid $200

174. Mary of Guise, Queen of Scots. Mary of Guise (1515–1560), also called Mary of Lorraine, ruled Scotland as regent

from 1554 until her death; her daughter, famously known as Mary, Queen of Scots, was the famous rival of Queen Elizabeth I. ALS in French, signed “Marie de Lorrainne,” one page, 8.25 x 12.25, October 18, 1551. Letter to her mother, Antoinette de Bourbon. A beautiful and rare letter, written when she was leaving France to return to Scotland. After a year spent in France, she returned to Scotland with her daughter Marie to take over the Regency of the kingdom, entrusted to the count of Arran.

Through her brother, the cardinal Charles de Lorraine, she had received a letter of great consolation which her mother had written to him (untranslated): “presantement je fais mon anbarquement. Je croy on me metera en terre à la Rie [Rye, sur les côtes du Sussex] ung por d’Angleterre. Les navires de Flandre sont dehors a se que j’entens quy me fera prandre plustost terre. Le voyage sera de grande despanse et tou l’iver mais non sy dangereux si ne laisse aprocher mes voisins de ma poupe….Quant à mes afair Mons. le Cardinal et moy an navons devizé anplement j’ai tout remis à vous et à luy.” In very good condition, with overall light dampstaining, and a small hole touching one word of text. Accompanied by an engraved portrait. Starting Bid $200 www.RRAuction.com | 55

175. Marie de Medici. Queen consort of France (15751642) as the second wife of King Henry IV of France.

She herself was a member of the wealthy and powerful House of Medici. LS in French, signed “Marie,” one page, 9 x 13.5, February 22, 1611. Untranslated letter of introduction to her nephew on behalf of Barrault of the Royal Council. In very good condition, with scattered light foxing and staining, and a few short edge tears. A rare and desirable piece from the influential Medici, featuring a large, prominent signature. Starting Bid $200

177. Princess Diana. Gorgeous semi-glossy 8.5 x 10.75 headand-shoulders portrait of Princess Diana, matted to an overall size of 11.75 x 16.5, signed on the mat in blue ink, “Diana, 1987.” In fine condition, with faint discoloration to the photo. Starting Bid $300

Extremely limited signed edition of “Dresses from the Collection of Diana” 176. Princess Diana. Immensely desirable signed book: Dresses from the Collection of Diana, Princess of Wales. Limited edition, numbered 202/250. NY: Christie’s, 1997. Purple leatherbound hardcover, 12 x 17, 204 pages. Prominently signed and numbered on the “The Sale” prefatory page in black ink, “Diana.” An opening page features a printed copy of a letter written by Diana stating that her son William inspired the sale, and the volume boasts magnificent full-color images of each dress to be sold. In very fine condition.

Accompanied by the original laminated bidder’s paddle, numbered “202.”

Christie’s released this luxurious limited edition signed deluxe version of the auction catalog for their charity sale of dresses from Diana’s wardrobe in 1997. The sale, which benefitted AIDS and cancer charities, was held on June 25, 1997, and raised over $3.6 million. The highlight of the sale was Princess Diana’s off-the shoulder, midnightblue velvet dress designed by Victor Edelstein, famously worn during a dance with John Travolta at the White House in 1985, which brought in $222,500. Starting Bid $500

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178.

Princess Diana and Prince Charles. TLS

signed “Yours most sincerely, Charles and,” and “Diana,” one page, 8 x 13, Buckingham Palace letterhead, October 7, 1981. Letter to Mr. Smith, in full: “We would both like to thank you very much indeed for your most kind contribution to the wedding present which the Duchy has given us. We really are delighted with the mahogany library table which will look splendid in our home at Highgrove and is exactly the right period for the house. We were also most touched to receive the balance of the gift in the form of a cheque with which we shall probably buy some more furniture. As you can well imagine, with two houses to equip from scratch we have quite a difficult task ahead of us! We have been completely overwhelmed by the kindness and generosity which so many people have shown to us, but as you will know we have a very special affection for the Duchy and all those who live and work in it and we therefore particularly appreciate your gift. We look forward very much to visiting the Duchy together in the future.” In fine condition. The fabled royal wedding took place at St. Paul’s Cathedral on July 29, 1981, before an invited congregation of 3,500 and an estimated worldwide television audience of 750 million. Starting Bid $200

180. Princess Diana and Prince Charles. Royal Christ-

mas and New Year’s card from 1982, with front embossed with the Prince of Wales’s feathers and Order of the Garter motto and the Spencer family arms, measuring 14 x 6 open, featuring an affixed color photo of the royal couple posing with an infant Prince William, signed in fountain pen, “from, Charles and” and “Diana.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Starting Bid $200

181. Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip. Uncom-

mon Royal Christmas and New Year’s card from 1958, with a gilt-embossed crown on the front, measuring 18.25 x 7.75 open, featuring a color image of Sebastiano Ricci’s painting The Holy Family, signed on the adjacent page in fountain pen, “Elizabeth R” and “Philip.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

179. Princess Diana and Prince Charles. Christmas card from 1985 embossed on the front with the Prince of Wales’s feathers and Order of the Garter motto and the Spencer family arms, measuring 10.25 x 7.25 open, featuring an affixed color photo of the family with Prince William and Prince Harry on horseback, signed and inscribed inside in ink, “To you both, from Charles and” and “Diana.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Starting Bid $200

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The queen plans a retreat to Glas-allt-Shiel 182.

Queen Victoria.

Desirable ALS signed “VR,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, black-bordered Balmoral letterhead, November 1, 1873. Letter to Lady Leila Erroll, the queen’s lady-in-waiting, penned in her difficult-todecipher hand, in part: “Here is the photograph for…Forbes.—I so stupidly forget telling you that I mean to go to the Glassalt Shiel for 2 or 3 days on Tuesday & wish you to go with me.

You need not fear the house being cold for it is very cozy and snug…I feel so happy & relieved tonight & sure that a blessing will rest on this Christian act. Let me thank you for your gt kindness in all this, dear Leila, D. has been a gt. support & comfort to me, as I stand—excepting for my good, & faithful [John] Brown, who honorable tho’ he be, is the truest, kindest friend I have—& whose heart & head w’d do honour to the highest. I am almost alone in this…time. And I shall look back to it gratefully & it will be a bond between you & me. You are an example to all for your conduct in your own home.” The queen adds a brief line at the end: “Please let me hear early tomorrow.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $300

183. Duke and Duchess of Windsor. Fabulous matte-finish 8 x 10 full-length portrait of the Duke and Duchess of Windsor by Harris & Ewing, signed in fountain pen, “Edward, Duke of Windsor” and ‘Wallis Windsor.” Reverse bears a Harris & Ewing credit stamp and collector’s notation indicating that it was signed at NYC’s Waldorf-Astoria in 1951. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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Titanic and Maritime Uncommon enlarged close-up of a Titanic lifeboat 184. Titanic. Tremendous original 13.75 x 11 matte-finish close-up photo of Titanic Collapsible Lifeboat D floating in the waters of the North Atlantic. The photograph, taken by Carpathia passenger Louis M. Ogden on the morning of April 15, shows passengers of the collapsible Titanic Emergency Lifeboat D as it rows its way to the RMS Carpathia. In very good to fine condition, with creases to the corners and a somewhat indistinct appearance to the image. Ogden was a New York socialite aboard the Carpathia during the Titanic disaster who helped to photograph, document, and assist the survivors. This image, one of thirty he captured that day, was loaned by Ogden to Titanic survivor Archibald Gracie, a passenger on Lifeboat 12, who had the photo enlarged to use while writing his book The Truth About the Titanic, published posthumously in 1913. Starting Bid $200

Enlarged original photograph of Lifeboat No. 1 185. Titanic. Huge original 13.75 x 11 matte-finish photo of Titanic Emergency Lifeboat No. 1 floating in the waters of the North Atlantic. The photograph, taken by Carpathia passenger Louis M. Ogden on the morning of April 15, shows passengers of the Titanic Emergency Lifeboat 1 as it makes its way to the RMS Carpathia. In very good to fine condition, with scattered creasing and a somewhat indistinct appearance to the image. Ogden was a New York socialite aboard the Carpathia during the Titanic disaster who helped to photograph, document, and assist the survivors. This image, one of thirty he captured that day, was loaned by Ogden to Titanic survivor Archibald Gracie, a passenger on Lifeboat 12, who had the photo enlarged to use while writing his book The Truth About the Titanic, published posthumously in 1913. Among those occupying Lifeboat No. 1 were Sir Cosmo Duff Gordon and his wife, Lady Duff Gordon, who were later rumored to have bribed the lifeboat crew to row away from the disaster. Starting Bid $200 www.RRAuction.com | 59

Explorers and Archeologists

186. Henry M. Stanley. Author, explorer, and special correspondent for the

New York Herald (1841–1904), most famous for his inquiry, ‘Dr. Livingstone, I presume?,’ upon finding David Livingstone, a fellow explorer who had become lost in the wilds of Africa. ALS, one page, 4.75 x 6.5, personal letterhead, June 21, 1894. Letter to the wife of Felix Stone Moscheles, son of composer and conductor Ignaz Moscheles, accepting an invitation to lunch on Sunday. In part: “It will give me great pleasure to lunch with you next Sunday…Mrs. Stanley will not be able to come as her mother is not strong & she must take her place with the friends who generally call on Sunday afternoon. 1.30 P.M. I observe is the hour at which time I hope to be with you.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

American West and Notorious Figures Geronimo and his captor, Maj. Gen. Miles 187. Geronimo. Highly sought-after pencil signature, “Geronimo,” on an off-white 3.5 x 1.75 slip affixed within a leatherbound scrapbook containing about thirty affixed signatures of other notables, including the general who convinced Geronimo to surrender in 1886, “Nelson A. Miles, Major General, US Army.”

Other signers include: Russell A. Alger, Garret A. Hobart, William R. Shafter, Wesley Merritt, John R. Brooke, John J. Pershing, Lew Wallace, William S. Rosecrans, James Forsyth, William Jennings Bryan, Levi P. Morton, Eugene Field, James Whitcomb Riley, Palmer Cox, Julia Marlowe, Joseph Jefferson, and others. In very good to fine condition. A supremely desirable compendium of signatures. Starting Bid $500

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190. Francis Gary Powers. American military pilot

188. William F. ‘Buffalo Bill’ Cody. Bold and desirable

double ink signature, “W. C. Cody, ‘Buffalo Bill,’” on an offwhite 3.5 x 2.5 card. Double matted with two portraits to an overall size of 17.5 x 16. In fine condition, with a small gouge to the tail of the “y” in his last name. Starting Bid $200

(1929–1977) who attained worldwide notoriety in 1960 when the U-2 spy plane he was piloting was shot down over the Soviet Union. Powers was killed in 1977 when the news helicopter he was flying ran out of fuel and crashed a few miles from the airport. ALS signed “Francis G. Powers,” one page, 8 x 10.5, July 27, 1962. Letter to Mr. and Mrs. Ken Browne, in part: “Thank you for your good wishes for myself and my family. I am sorry that my pen would not write better on this glossy print…I do not often find myself in Arizona by I may be in Phoenix within the next six months.” In very good condition, with creasing, staple holes, and a tear to the right edge repaired on the back with old tape.

Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Powers’s hand, as well as a glossy photo of Powers during his sentencing in Russia, signed in ballpoint by his father, “Best wishes, Oliver Powers & family,” and two ALSs by Oliver Powers. Starting Bid $200

Wild West petition by Three-Legged Willie, requesting the arrest of a mad gunman 189. Robert McAlpin Williamson. Republic of Texas Supreme Court Justice and Texas Ranger (1804–1859). At the age of 15, he contracted tubercular arthritis that caused his right leg to permanently stiffen at a 90 degree angle. In order to walk, a wooden leg had to be fastened to his knee. Because of this, he acquired the nickname ‘Three-Legged Willie.’ Despite this handicap, he organized a company of Rangers and participated in the Battle of San Jacinto. Manuscript DS, signed “R. M. Williamson,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 7.75 x 12.75, September 21, 1839. Republic of Texas legal document, in part: “The humble petition of Robert M. Williamson respectfully sheweth, that John Niesbit lives on the Land of your petitioner… that the said John Niesbit is subject to paroxysms of madness, that in his fists of fury he is disposed to commit acts of outrage and violence with those with whom he may come in contact.

That the said Niesbit has twice attempted the life of your petitioner—presenting at him a loaded musket at the distance of ten or twelve steps and did also at another time lie in wait…It is dangerous to the community and especially to your petitioner to suffer the said John Niesbit any longer to be at large.” Williams signs below the statement, attesting to the truth of the facts set forth in the petition. On the facing page is an order to the sheriff to “take the body of John Niesbit and him safely keep,” signed by Judge John Y. Mills. Matted to an overall size of 21.5 x 19.25, with both sides visible. In very good to fine condition, with splitting to the folds, and small areas of paper loss. Starting Bid $200 www.RRAuction.com | 61

History Detective–featured archive of original photos and bullets used in ballistic tests for the Grapevine murders 191. Bonnie and Clyde Original Vintage Photograph and Bullet Archive. Unique and

historic archive consisting of five bullets attributed to J. D. Goss’s ballistic tests in the case against Bonnie Parker’s sister, Billie Mace, for the Grapevine murders; and 27 original vintage first-generation photos of and related to Bonnie and Clyde, ranging from 4.75 x 3 mug shots to 5 x 7 autopsy and death car photos. This archive was featured on the PBS series History Detectives in 2003; the story behind these items was determined on the show.

The five bullets were originally passed down through the family of J. D. Goss, a ballistics expert who was called in to assist George Lacy in an analysis of test bullets fired from guns recovered from Bonnie and Clyde’s car. These were used in the investigation of the Grapevine murders of two highway patrolmen on Easter Sunday, 1934. Originally, Bonnie Parker’s sister, Billie Mace, was linked to the murders by an eyewitness, making her the prime suspect. However, others—Frank Hamer included—believed that Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow were the culprits. When they were killed in an ambush on May 23, 1934, guns were removed from their car—including seven Colt .45s and a Colt .38 revolver—and ballistic tests were undertaken by George Lacy, with Goss’s assistance.

Goss’s involvement in the investigation is described in the May 30, 1934 issue of the Dallas Times Herald, as uncovered by History Detectives, which states, ‘J. D. Goss, ballistics expert…left Dallas Wednesday noon for Houston to aid George M. [sic] Lacy of the Houston police department in examination and tests of bullets taken from the scene of the killing on Easter Sunday.’

On May 31, 1934, Lacy announced that the .45 test bullets fired from one of the Parker-Barrow guns matched the bullets from the scene of the Grapevine slayings. Billie Mace was thus exonerated and released from custody.

Further evidence of the relationship between Lacy and Goss is found in the photographic archive: of the 27 photos which were also in Goss’s possession, seven are stamped on the front with Lacy’s information, “Geo. J. Lacy, Scientific Crime Detection Laboratory, Houston - Texas.” Ten of the photos depict Bonnie and/or Clyde, including five grisly death shots (three of Bonnie and two of Clyde). The others portray members of their gang, as well as their bullet-riddled death car. In overall very good to fine condition. Accompanied by a transcript of the History Detectives show in which this lot was featured, as well as copies of articles related to the archive. An altogether remarkable collection boasting excellent provenance. Starting Bid $1000

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192. 19th Century Notables

193. Anheuser-Busch

194. John Barrow

195. Menachem Begin

196. Carl Friedrich Wilhelm Borgward

197. Leonid Brezhnev Starting Bid $200

198. William Jennings Bryan

199. Warren Buffett

201. Vint Cerf

202. Cesar Chavez

203. Madame Chiang Kai-shek

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200. Warren Burger

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204. Walter P. Chrysler

205. Civil War-era Politicians

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206. George Clinton Starting Bid $200

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207. Jacques Cousteau

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208. Dalai Lama Starting Bid $200

209. John DeLorean Starting Bid $200

210. Roy DeMeo Starting Bid $200

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

212. Frederick Douglass

213. James B. Duke

214. Anthony Eden

215. Oliver Ellsworth

216. Everest Expedition

217. James Franck

218. Otto Frank Starting Bid $200

219. Freeman FreemanThomas, 1st Marquess of Willingdon Starting Bid $200

220. Carlo Gambino

221. Mikhail Gorbachev

222. Mikhail Gorbachev

223. Nathaniel Gorham

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224. Ernst Haeckel Starting Bid $200

225. Francois Hanriot Starting Bid $200

226. John M. Harlan Starting Bid $200

227. John F. W. Herschel Starting Bid $200

228. Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay

229. Internet Pioneers

230. Karl Jaspers

231. Thomas Johnson

232. Edme-Franรงois Jomard

233. Robert F. Kennedy

234. Robert F. Kennedy

235. Robert F. Kennedy

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236. Kennedy Assassination: M. Nick McDonald

237. King Frederick William III

238. King Peter II

239. King Umberto II

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240. King Wilhelm I Starting Bid $200

244. Sebastian Kneipp

241. King William IV Starting Bid $200

242. Henry Kissinger Starting Bid $200

245. Friedrich Alfred Krupp

246. Max von Laue

248. Guglielmo Marconi

249. Maria Theresa

250. Tomas Masaryk

252. Thomas McKenney

253. John McLean

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254. Albert A. Michelson

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243. Leonard Kleinrock

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247. Gordon W. ‘Pawnee Bill’ Lillie Starting Bid $200

251. The Mayo Brothers

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255. Mother Teresa Starting Bid $200

256. Benito Mussolini Starting Bid $200

257. Benito Mussolini and Vittorio Emanuele III Starting Bid $200

258. John Nash

259. Richard Owen

260. John Page

261. Eva Peron Starting Bid $200

262. Princess Alice and Alexander Cambridge Starting Bid $200

263. Princess Grace and Prince Rainier

264. Joseph Pulitzer

265. Queen Victoria

266. Republicans

267. Charles Ringling

268. Henry Ringling

269. Carl von Rokitansky

270. Jonas Salk

271. Colonel Harland Sanders

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272. Wilhelm von Siemens

273. St. Paul’s Cathedral

274. Supreme Court Justices

275. Charles Maurice de Talleyrand

276. Margaret Thatcher

277. Margaret Thatcher

278. Titanic: Millvina Dean

279. William M. ‘Boss’ Tweed

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280. William M. ‘Boss’ Tweed

281. Clement Vallandigham

282. Cornelius Vanderbilt

283. Morrison R. Waite

287. Oliver Wolcott, Jr

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284. Daniel Webster

285. Daniel Webster

286. Chaim Weizmann

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military

Thrice-signed document mentioning “Capt. Benj’n Harrison” 288. Edward Hand. Physician and general in the Continental Army (1744-1802) known for his service during the siege of Yorktown; he was appointed adjutant general to Washington in 1781. Exceptional thrice-signed ADS, signed twice “E. Hand” and once “Edw. Hand,” one page both sides, 6.5 x 8.25, February 1778. Series of requests made by Hand to Paymaster Sgt. J. Baynton: the first, consisting of the last portion of a longer document, reads: “and two days to return home agreeable to the within abstract for which etc. Given at Fort Pitt, 10. Feby. 1778, E. Hand.”

The second request, penned immediately below, reads: “Please to pay to Lt. Col. John Gibson of the 13th Virga. Regt. £226: 1716. Penns’a, Curr’y, it being for his pay as Lt. Col. of the above reg’t from the 15. Nov. 1776 to the 12. Feb’y. 1778, inclusive agreeable to the above account for which this shall be yr. warr’t. Given at Fort Pitt 12. Feb’y, 1778, E. Hand.” The final request, penned on the reverse, reads: “Please to pay to Capt. Benj’n Harrison £1001:17:2 Penns’a Currency it being for the pay of a Detachment of the 13th Virg’a Regt. under the Com’d of Lt. Col. Gibson stationed at Fort Pitt from the Time of their Inlistment until the 31st of May 1777 following inclusion agreeable to the above abstract for which this shall be your warr’t. Given at Fort Pitt, 12. Feb. 1778., Edw. Hand.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

290. JeanBaptiste de Rochambeau.

289. Henry Lee. Revolutionary War hero (1756–1818) who

captured British posts in New York and in the South; he was also the father of Robert E. Lee. Desirable partly-printed vellum DS, one page, 15 x 12.25, June 7, 1793. As governor of Virginia, Lee grants John Donnell, James Barr, Robert Barr, and John Barr “a certain Tract or Parcel of Land, containing two hundred and eighty Acres.” Prominently signed at the conclusion by Lee. The white paper seal affixed to the lower left remains fully intact. In very good to fine condition, with scattered staining. Starting Bid $200

French military officer (1725– 1807) who made a substantial contribution to the American Revolution, including a leading role in the defeat of Lord Cornwallis at the Battle of Yorktown in 1781. Manuscript DS in French, signed “Le cte. de Rochambeau,” one page, 8.25 x 13.5, 1771. Untranslated military promotion, approved at the conclusion by Rochambeau as Inspector of Infantry. A red wax seal is affixed to the lower left. In fine condition, with light edge toning, and a tear to the lower left corner. Starting Bid $200

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Civil War 291. Battle of Cold Harbor. LS signed “Virgil M. Healy,”

one page both sides, 7.75 x 9.75, August 8, 1864. Letter to W. J. Rusling, written from the “Head Quarters 8th N.J. I. Vols., Camp near Petersburg, Va.,” containing a detailed record of the 8th New Jersey’s movements during the Battle of Cold Harbor.

In part: “In compliance with Special order 209 Hd Qrs Army of the Potomac…I have the honor to report the following…May 31st. The regiment was ordered to advance across Tolopotamay creek, which it did, capturing the enemy’s first line of works, and driving him to a securely entrenched position, where he formed in line of battle, in a sunken road in front of their works, and silenced a battery of 4 guns, being within easy range. The casualties of this day were one (1) commissioned officer and four (4) enlisted men killed and one (1) enlisted man missing…June 2nd. Marched to Cold Harbor on the 3rd were in the supporting column, during the battle of that day; on the 4th were detailed as guard in rear of the line of battle; on the 5th marched to Barkers Mills and built works.” In fine condition.

Part of Grant’s Overland Campaign, the Battle of Cold Harbor was a series of frontal attacks launched by the Union against Confederate lines near Mechanicsville, Virginia, from May 31–June 12, 1864. It is remembered as one of the most lopsided battles of the war, with the Union suffering more than 12,000 casualties against the heavily fortified Confederate posts. Starting Bid $200

Report on the “first Epoch of the campaign embracing the battles of the Wilderness Va” 292. Battle of the Wilderness. LS signed “Virgil M. Healy,” one page both sides, 7.75 x 9.75, August 8, 1864. Letter to W. J. Rusling, written from the “Head Quarters 8th N.J. Vols., Camp near Petersburg, Va.,” containing a detailed record of the 8th New Jersey’s movements during the Battle of the Wilderness. In part: “In compliance with Special Order 209 Hd Qrs Army of the Potomac…I have the honor to report the following as the part taken by this regiment during the first Epoch of the campaign embracing the battles of the Wilderness Va. The Regiment left camp near Brandy Station Va on the night of May 3rd, and crossed the Rapidan at daylight…halted on the old battle field of Chancellorsville and bivouacked; distance marched about 23 miles. On the 5th of May about 6 A.M., we left our bivouac and marched to the Brick Road (running through the Wilderness) and became engaged at 2 P.M., the regiment being relieved about 6 P.M. The regiment went into action with 10 officers and 184 enlisted men. At 5 A.M. on the morning of the 6th the regiment again advanced on the enemy’s position, and remained under fire, during the day…the enemy attacked our front in strong force, but was repulsed with great loss. During the enemy’s assault the regiment was deployed in rear of the second line as a Guard to arrest stragglers, and prevent the men from falling back from the works, and succeeded in collecting about 1000 men.” In fine condition. Of Healy’s reported men (10 officers and 184 enlisted men) who participated in the Battle of the Wilderness, 5 officers and 119 men were either killed, wounded, or missing, a casualty rate of 50% for officers and 64% for rank and file. The Battle of the Wilderness was a draw, and fighting in the area would continue until March 1865. Starting Bid $200 70 |

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“I believe that all that could be, has been done, under existing circumstances, to oppose the advance of Sherman’s forces toward the Atlantic Coast” 293. [P. G. T. Beauregard]. Contemporary manuscript

copy of a Civil War–dated letter from P. G. T. Beauregard to Jefferson Davis, five pages on three sheets, 8 x 10, December 6, 1864. To “His Excellency Jefferson Davis, President Confederate States,” outlining preparations for the defense of Atlanta.

In part: “With the limited reliable means at our command, I believe that all that could be, has been done, under existing circumstances, to oppose the advance of Sherman’s forces toward the Atlantic Coast. That we have not thus far been more successful, none can regret more than myself, but he will doubtless be prevented from capturing Augusta, Charleston & Savannah; and he may yet be made to experience serious loss before reaching the Coast.

On the 16th of Nov. when about leaving Tuscumbia Al[abam]a on a tour of Inspection to Corinth Miss[issippi], I was informed

by General Hood of the report just received by him, that Sherman would probably move from Atlanta into Georgia. I instructed him at once to repeat his orders to General Wheeler to watch closely Sherman’s movements, and should he move, as reported, to attack and harass him at all favorable points.” He goes on to discuss the orders sent to his generals, gives the reasons that he “did not countermand the campaign into Tennessee to pressure Sherman with Hood‘s Army,” and outlines the strength of General Cobb’s troops, concluding: “It was reasonable supposition, that about 29,000 or 30,000 men could be collected in time to defend the State of Georgia and ensure the destruction of Sherman’s Army, estimated by me at about 36,000 effectives of all arms, their cavalry about 4,000 strong, being included in this estimate. Under these circumstances, after consultation with him, I concluded to allow him to prosecute with vigour his campaign into Tennessee & Kentucky, hoping that by defeating Thomas’ army and such other forces as might hastily be sent against him, he would compel Sherman, should he reach the coast of Georgia or South Carolina, to repair at once to the defense of Kentucky & perhaps Ohio, and thus prevent him from reinforcing Grant: meanwhile supplies might be sent to Virginia from Middle & East Tennessee, thus relieving Georgia from the present constant drain upon its limited resources.” A postscript reads: “The transfer of Hoods Army into Georgia could not have been more expeditious by Railway than by marching through the country on account of the delays unavoidably resulting from the condition of the Rail Roads.” In fine condition, with scattered small stains. Starting Bid $200

294. Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain. ALS signed “J. L. Chamberlain,”

four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, May 26, 1886. Letter to Charles O. Farrington of Brewer, Maine, in part: “Your letter was long in reaching me, having only got to me today, as also Mr. Floyd’s. I knew nothing about the basis on which Mr. Blunt, or Mr. Johnson, was acting. They, each, write me…in such a way that I supposed they were making the offers themselves. I gave Blunt up as I did not hear from him, & responded to Johnson’s letter. Now again Blunt writes that he has sold the land to E. H. Blake & Blunt wants me to pay him a commission for selling. He also wants a deed made out to Blake at once. You know better than I do about these men & their relation to the lands. And I shall certainly feel like putting the matter into whatever shape you advise. If anybody is to have commissions for sale, I think it sh’d be you, & not these others.” In very good condition, with complete separations to folds tenuously held together with small pieces of old tape. Accompanied by an original mailing envelope and a program for a dedication ceremony of the Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain Post Office in Brewer, Maine, on April 2, 1997. Starting Bid $200

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295. Civil War Ames US Model 1850 Staff & Field Officer’s Sword belonging to Brig.-Gen. Calvin Pratt, 31st NY Infantry. Fantastic US Model 1850 staff and field officer’s sword belonging to Brigadier-General Calvin E. Pratt of the 31st

New York Infantry. This is an Ames Mfg. Co. sword that measures 36 1/4˝ overall, with a 30 1/2˝ curved, single-edged, blade having wide and narrow fullers, and 2/3 length etched panels on either side. The steel has a mottled gray patina with dark spots of freckling throughout on both sides. The ornamental panel on the reverse has decorative filigree borders with large “US” and stand of flags, and “Ames Mfg. Co. / Chicopee / Mass” maker’s mark at the ricasso; while the obverse has an American eagle with “E PLURIBUS UNUM” riband. The pierced brass hilt is slightly loose, and retains about 50-60% of the original bright yellow gilt finish that has worn away to ochre-brown tarnished brass on the counterguard, Phrygian helmet pommel, and within the guard piercings. The gray-brown shagreen grip displays light surface wear, and seam separation on the reverse side, with an intact braided wire wrap. The metal scabbard has a smooth, plum-brown patina with spots and areas of ruddy-brown freckling and pinprick pitting throughout. The brass furniture has a pale yellow-ochre patina that gets darker on the chape and worn drag. Additionally, the scabbard does not have a throat piece anymore, so the sword fits loosely in the scabbard. The sword is accompanied by notarized letter of provenance, dated June 21, 2000, noting that the sword belonged to Calvin Pratt of Brooklyn and was passed through his family by descent. Also includes a rare pre-Civil War DS signed “Calvin E. Pratt, Col. Comd’g 31st Regt. N.Y. Vols,” one page, 7.75 x 12.5, January 1, 1861, for the requisition of “Two hundred and Thirty five (235) Recruits,” signed at the conclusion by Pratt and endorsed on the reverse by George D. Ruggles, John Newton, and William B. Franklin.

Calvin Edward Pratt was born on January 23, 1828, in Massachusetts, and became a lawyer before moving to Brooklyn in 1859. At the outbreak of the war, he organized what became the 31st NY Volunteer Infantry Regiment (2-Year Enlistment). He was commissioned a full Colonel, and commanded the regiment at 1st Bull Run. He was shot in the cheek at Mechanicsville in early 1862, and was promoted to Brigadier-General of Volunteers by Lincoln in September, assuming command of the 1st Brigade, 2nd Division, 6th Corps, Army of the Potomac. Gen. Pratt led the brigade at Antietam, Fredericksburg, and Chancellorsville. He resigned his commission in April of 1863, and returned to Brooklyn where he reestablished his law practice. In 1869 he was elected a justice of the New York Supreme Court, and was reelected twice (1877 and 1891). Justice Pratt sat on the State Appellate Court in 1895, and died the following year at his vacation home in Massachusetts at the age of 68. This is a fantastic and historical sword, connected to an individual who distinguished himself, not only as a military commander, but also in the legal field as a high ranking justice. It would make a wonderful addition to any collection of Civil War weapons and memorabilia. Starting Bid $500

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296. Civil War 33rd Massachusetts Infantry Officer’s Kepi. A short crown,

‘McClellan style’ kepi with tarred leather peak, dark blue worsted crown, Commonwealth of Massachusetts chinstrap buttons, and an embroidered bullion Infantry Horn emblem with “33” regimental number. The interior has a thin leather comfort band, black silk lining, and semi-rigid top stiffener. The crown has numerous small insect holes around the top edge, and also exhibits staining on the top disk and left side. The tarred leather has dried and crackled over time, developing a ‘dry lake bed’ appearance, and the gilt side buttons and bullion wire emblem have tarnished to a dull ochre-brown patina. The leather interior band has a replaced section at the back (about 1/3 of the way around) and the silk lining is torn in several spots.

The 33rd MA was a three year regiment, organized in July of 1862, and took part in many of the major battles and campaigns of the war, including: Chancellorsville, Gettysburg, the Siege of Atlanta, and Sherman’s March to the Sea. The regiment was mustered out of service in June of 1865. This is a good plus example of an officer’s kepi from an identified unit which participated in some of the most important campaigns of the Civil War. Starting Bid $200

297. Civil War US Model 1840 Non-Commissioned Officer’s Sword by Roby. Desirable Civil War US M1840 non-commissioned officer’s sword dated

1863, measuring 38˝ overall, with a 31 7/8˝ straight, single-edged blade with wide, single fullers. The blade is excellent, with only some residual freckling present in spots along its length, and has a bright patina with lightly struck markings at the ricasso: “U.S. / 1863 / (F.)S.S.” on the obverse; “C. RO(BY) / (W. CHE)LMSF(ORD MASS.) (in circle)” on the reverse. The brass hilt has a mild tarnish with crisp “F.S.S.” inspector stamp on the knucklebow, and a slight bend to one of the counterguards.

The scabbard is in fine shape with only a few very minor dents on the brass throat and chape, as well as intact, lightly flaked black leather. This is a fine-near excellent example of a Civil War issued sword, by a desirable maker. Starting Bid $200

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298. Civil War US Model 1860 Cavalry Saber by Mansfield & Lamb. Handsome US M1860

cavalry saber measuring 41 1/8˝ overall, with a 34 7/8˝ curved, singleedged blade having wide and narrow fullers. The blade has an overall bright gray patina throughout with scattered small spots of mild surface freckling running the length of the blade. The ricasso is maker marked on the reverse: “MANSFIELD / & / LAMB / FORESTDALE R.I.”; and “U.S. / J.H. / 1862” on the obverse.

The brass hilt with branched guard and Phrygian helmet pommel has an overall dull yellow-ochre patina with a few hints of brighter underlying metal along some of the edges, and scattered small surface marks and scratches throughout. Additionally, the short quillon is bent forward to an abnormal degree. The leather grip is intact, and is in very good condition, however only one coil of the original braided wire wrap remains at the pommel, the remainder of the wire is a loosely fitted modern wrap.

The scabbard has an overall dark brown patina with some streaks of brighter gray metal, and areas of light-moderate pitting along its length. This is a very nice Civil War saber that was made by a seldom seen and desirable maker, and rates very good to near fine overall condition. Starting Bid $200

299. Jefferson Davis. ALS, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.25 x 7, November 25, 1874. Letter as president of the American office of the Mississippi Valley Society, written while aboard the “S.S. Adriatic” to W. Thompson Cordner. In part: “Our friend Mr. McAllum has I suppose informed you, by cablegram of my departure from Liverpool, and though I informed him that only in New Orleans, would it be possible to enter usefully on the discussion of the affairs of the M.V.S., he was desirous that I should see you in N.Y. Therefore though I hope you may come to the landing and that we may have an interview, lest it should be otherwise, I write to state that business engagements require me to be in Vicksburg by the 1st prox., and it being needful for me to be at least a day in Memphis en route to Vicksburg, it is not practicable for me to stop in N.Y. Please inform me where you will visit, as proposed by you, New Orleans, and you may confidently expect me to meet you there…My long detention in London was, as you have no doubt learned, without any satisfactory result as to the affairs of the Int. Nat. Cham. of Comm. & Missi. V. Soc. of London.” In fine condition.

In January 1876, Davis, left nearly destitute by the Civil War, accepted the presidency of the American office of the Mississippi Valley Society at an annual salary of $6,000. The organization hoped to use British-built ships to increase commerce between the Americas and Europe, using the port of New Orleans as a base of operations. In May 1876 Davis sailed to London to meet with directors of the English branch of the company. He found that they had been able to attract very little capital investment in the venture. New York was still seen as the center of American commerce. Returning home after his disappointing trip, Davis sent this letter to Cordner. Davis’s position with the Mississippi Valley Society terminated shortly after his return to New Orleans. He subsequently turned his attention from business prospects to the writing of his Rise and Fall of the Confederate Government. Starting Bid $200

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Penned on the first day of the Civil War— April 12, 1861 300. Jefferson Davis. Civil War–dated ALS signed “Jeffer.

Davis,” one page, 7.75 x 10, April 12, 1861. Letter written to J. F. Callan from Montgomery, Alabama, on the day that the attack on Fort Sumter was carried out per his orders, beginning the Civil War. In full: “Your letter of March 20th in behalf of Mr. John Calvert has been received and referred to the Secretary of the Treasury for his due consideration.” A second message has been added below by “S. Bassett French, Aide de camp to Governor of Va.,” at the “General Head Qrs, Richmond,” May 9, 1861, in full: “Mr. John Calvert is on his way to Montgomery in Alabama, he will be permitted to pass through Virginia without hindrance.”

In very good condition, with separations along intersecting folds somewhat crudely repaired with heavy white tape on the reverse.

Montgomery, Alabama was the initial site of the capital of the Confederacy, and from there Davis had ordered P. G. T. Beauregard to demand the surrender of Fort Sumter, and, if denied, to attack. On April 11th, Fort Sumter’s commander, Robert Anderson, refused to surrender. Beauregard’s bombardment began at 4:30 a.m. on the date of this letter, April 12, 1861. A remarkable piece from a most historic date in American history. Starting Bid $300

301. Abner Doubleday. Union general (1819–1893) who commanded a division at Gettysburg and has controversially been credited with the invention of baseball. ALS, one page, both sides, 4.75 x 8, August 7, 1882. Letter to George Bliss who led the 1st Regiment of the R.I. Cavalry in the Battle of Middleburg, June 17–19, 1863, part of the Gettysburg campaign. In part: “In reference to the criticism by Chaplain Denison you had the kindness to send me, I would like to correct the Roster of the 2d. R. I. Infantry. Did Colonel Horatio Rogers command it at Gettysburg?

I will substitute your name as leading the advance on the retreat from Middleburg instead of that of Captain Bixbie. The account I gave if I remember rightly was taken in a great measure from reports in The Rebellion Record…I would like to purchase the work referred to in the criticism called Sabres and Spurs. If it is for sale in your town, would it be asking too much to have you forward it to me at Morristown N. J. by express marked C. O. D…I hardly know where to look for an account of the charge of the 2d. R. I. Infantry at Salem Heights but will try and find the official report of the Colonel if it is published…I consulted General Newton and General Shaler in reference to the operations of the 6th Corps.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds. Letter originates from the Collection of Elisha Hunt Rhodes. Starting Bid $200

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The commanders at the Battle of Fort Sumter

302. Fort Sumter: Robert Anderson and P. G. T. Beauregard. Stunning pairing of ink signatures of the Union and

Confederate commanders who squared off at the Battle of Fort Sumter, “Fort Sumter, S.C., Feby. 13, 1861, Yours truly, Robert Anderson, Major U.S.A.” and “G. T. Beauregard, 1871,” on individual off-white slips. Nicely double-matted with portraits of the commanders (an original carte-de-visite of Anderson and a photocopied image of Beauregard) to an overall size of 12 x 12. In fine condition. A striking display, made especially desirable by the date and location of Anderson’s autograph—just two months later, on April 12th, Beauregard commanded the attack on Anderson’s fort to begin the Civil War. Anderson surrendered to Beauregard two days later, and both were hailed as heroes for their valor in the Civil War’s opening salvo. Starting Bid $200

303. John D. Imboden.

Lawyer, teacher, and Confederate officer (1823–1895) most active in the Virginia area.

ALS signed “J. D. Imboden,” one page both sides, 8 x 10.5, September 17, 1894. Letter to fellow Confederate veteran Absalom Koiner, in part: “I beg to thank you for a copy rec’d several weeks ago, of your ‘Genealogy’ of the Koiner family in America. I got it out of the mail about noon to ‘glance’ over & lay it aside for a more ‘convenient season’ for careful perusal. But because so interested that by midnight of that day I had read every page of the book…You have done a great public service in so carefully preparing it. I have always known that your great ancestor emigrants & mine, married sisters in Pa. and that therefore there was a tic of blood kindred between us. We have sprung from the ‘bone & sinew’ of American manhood and womanhood, and not from the cavalier stock that have assumed all the honor of Virginia characteristics…unlike the Lewis’s & Peyton’s and Preston’s of the older times, whose descendants, as a rule, are like the Irishman’s crop of potatoes, ‘the best part underground,’ there has been no deterioration in the German seed transplanted to Va. over 100 years ago.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Imboden’s hand, incorporating his signature, “J. D. Imboden,” in the return address area. Starting Bid $200

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304.

William E. ‘Grumble’ Jones.

Confederate cavalry general (1824– 1864) killed while leading a charge against a superior attacking force at the Battle of Piedmont.

ALS signed “W. E. Jones,” one page, 8 x 9.75, July 2, 1853. Draft of a letter to Maj. Gen. George Gibson, sending quarterly returns of the Subsistence Department. In part: “You will observe mistakes in my Abstracts of sales for April & May. I was absent part of the time & sick a part…All stores for the use of the Rifles come to Corpus Christi Invoiced to the A. A. C. S. of this Post. It is very inconvenient for me to receipt for provisions over which I have no control & which I never see. I have not as yet taken up the provisions when receipts were sent & will await your orders thereon.” The second half of the letter is struck through. In fine condition.

Starting Bid $200

Strategic letter from the start of Stonewall’s triumphant Valley Campaign: “Avoid bringing in a general engagement with Banks’ present force, unless he attempts to cross the Blue Ridge where you can meet him in a strong position” 305. Thomas J. ‘Stonewall’ Jackson. Civil War–dated

ALS signed “T. J. Jackson,” one page both sides, 5.75 x 7, May 8, 1862. Letter to Maj. Gen. Richard S. Ewell, written at “5:10 A.M.” In full: “General, If the enemy are in the vicinity of New Market, I hope that he will remain there. All that I desire you to do is to keep near enough to [Nathaniel] Banks to let him know that if he goes down the Valley you will follow him, and that you are all the time in striking distance of him. I can only give general instructions. You must conform to circumstances, but try to avoid bringing in a general engagement with Banks’ present force, unless he attempts to cross the Blue Ridge where you can meet him in a strong position. So far the enemy has abandoned the greater part of his baggage, about enough for a regiment. Genl.

[Edward] Johnson had a skirmish yesterday, killed and wounded several & took two prisoners. One of them states that [Robert H.] Milroy has about 6000, and that Shenk [Robert Schenck] is about a days march from here with 6000 more. Johnson is on the top of the Shenandoah, 38 miles from Staunton. We were West of the Mountain yesterday evening, but the enemy opened upon us with art’y and prevented our encamping there as I desired. Consequently I fell back to a more secure position. This morning we move forward, and I pray that God will bless us with success. So long as Banks remains at New Market it would not be prudent for you to advance on him via Harrisonburg. Should he abandon Columbia bridge I hope that you will place a guard there.” Includes the original transmittal envelope. In very good condition, with rippling, light staining, and overall fading not affecting readability. Accompanied by a handsome custom-made presentation folder with a quarter leather binding.

In the spring of 1862, Stonewall Jackson and his men were ordered to defend the Shenandoah Valley. They had a dual goal: to defeat the threat of Nathaniel P. Banks’s army, and to prevent Irvin McDowell’s reinforcements from joining George McClellan’s forces on the peninsula. Jackson wrote this remarkable tactical letter in the early morning of May 8, 1862, hours before his victory over Robert H. Milroy and Robert C. Schenck at the Battle of McDowell. Contrary to the intelligence discussed here, Milroy and Schenck had a combined force of about 6,500, to Jackson’s 6,000 men. Despite suffering initial losses in a surprise attack, Jackson held his position and forced Milroy and Schenck to retreat. Although Jackson’s men were consistently outnumbered, they were enormously successful throughout the Valley Campaign: the Battle of McDowell marked Jackson’s first victory in the Valley, and he rode its momentum to victories against Nathaniel Banks at Front Royal (May 23rd) and First Winchester (May 25th). In the span of 48 days, Jackson’s army secured five major victories; with these frequent triumphs, he became the most celebrated soldier in the Confederacy. Starting Bid $1000

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General Lee on a Gettysburg battlefield memorial: “I think it wiser moreover not to keep open the sores of war, but to follow the examples of those nations who endeavored to obliterate the marks of Civil strife” 306. Robert E. Lee. Partial handwritten letter by Robert E. Lee, unsigned (the conclusion clipped off), one page, 7.5 x 7.75, August 5, 1869. Letter written from Lexington, Virginia, concerning a proposed Gettysburg memorial, in full: “Absence from Lexington has prevented my receiving until today your letter of the 26th ulto: enclosing an invitation from the Gettysburg Battlefield Memorial Association to attend a meeting of the officers engaged in that battle at Gettysburg, for the purpose of marking upon the ground by enduring memorials of granite the position & movements of the Armies on the field. My engagements will not permit me to be present, & I believe if there I could not add anything material to the information existing on the Subject. I think it wiser moreover not to keep open the sores of war, but to follow the examples of those nations who endeavored to obliterate the marks of Civil strife & to commit to oblivion the feelings it engendered.” Annotated along the left edge by his eldest son and executor, George Washington Custis Lee: “The handwriting of Genl. R. E. Lee, G. W. C. Lee, Ex’r.” In fine condition, with toning to the corners, a short tear to the left edge, and a trimmed bottom edge. Starting Bid $300

307. Robert E. Lee. Partial self-

contained partlyprinted DS, signed “R. E. Lee, Capt.

Engrs.,” one page, 7.75 x 1.75, no date but circa 1838. Lee certifies the necessity and receipt of supplies for the “Improvement of the Mississippi, above the Mouth of the Ohio.” Matted with an engraved portrait to an overall size of 10.25 x 11. In fine condition, with light show-through at the sides from mounting residue on the reverse. At the time of the signature, Lee was a decade removed from graduating West Point as a lieutenant in the Corps of Engineers. Between 1837 and 1842, he supervised the development of St. Louis harbor and the upper Mississippi and Missouri rivers, ultimately earning a promotion to captain for his work there. Starting Bid $200

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308. George B. McClellan. Unusual 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite

photo of McClellan in uniform, perusing a book, signed on the mount in crisp ink, “Geo. B. McClellan, Maj. Gnl. USA.” Published by J. W. Black of Boston and Newport. In fine condition, with trivially clipped upper corner tips. An uncommon and desirable pose of the early Union Army commander.

Starting Bid $200

“It probably would have been a repetition in miniature of Napoleon’s expedition to Moscow”

309. John S. Mosby. ALS signed “Jno: S. Mosby,” two pages both sides, 7.75 x 9.75, January 31, 1902.

Letter to William J. McGee of the General Land Office in Washington. Mosby responds to his superior’s accusation that a letter Mosby had sent was not on government business and should have been stamped. Mosby counters that the correspondence was of an official nature.

Regarding his headquarters in Akron, Colorado, Mosby graphically describes the wintry conditions: “A cowboy was not willing to venture 20 miles on the prairie in such weather—nothing but a coyote could stand it. It probably would have been a repetition in miniature of Napoleon’s expedition to Moscow. I do not understand that the G.L.O. expects its agents to perform miracles. Thought the letter is marked “Personal” at the head, Mosby notes at the conclusion, “There is nothing confidential in this letter.” In fine condition, with splitting along the central horizontal fold. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Mosby’s hand, and bearing five affixed postage stamps. In 1901, Mosby became a special agent for the General Land Office, on the trail of illegal ranch land fencers and timber trespassers in Colorado, Nebraska, and Alabama. An interesting letter from late in the intrepid Confederate ranger’s post-war career. Starting Bid $200

Seven months before being killed in battle, Pendleton observes a sermon: “‘This year thou shalt die,’ addressed especially to the soldiers” 310. Sandie Pendleton. Of-

ficer on the staff of Confederate Generals Thomas J. Jackson, Richard S. Ewell and Jubal A. Early, who was killed in action following the Third Battle of Winchester in September 1864.

Civil War–dated ALS signed “A. S. Pendleton,” three pages both sides, 5 x 7.75, February 29, 1864. Letter to his sister Rose, in part: “I went to Orange C.H. to church…[I] was fully repaid for the long ride by an excellent sermon from Rev. Richard Davis, Chaplain 6th Va. Cav., on the text ‘This year thou shalt die,’ addressed especially to the soldiers. His advice was peculiarly relished by the men, when he turned his remarks to the young ladies, and asked them in the midst of their levity to remember that his text was true in all probability of many of those they daily associated with, and implored them to use their influence for good. The congregation was large & attentive. Wm. Wickham was there…His brigade of cavalry is the only one here now, the rest of Fitz Lee’s Div’n being furloughed to recruit their horses. He was called out of Church by a courier who states that the Yanks were advancing in force.”

He discusses family matters at length, and continues: “The ground is dry & dusty, and the roads as good as in midsummer. If the Yankees will only come on now, we can give them a glorious drubbing. I have just given an officer permission to trade papers with the Yankees occasionally, and if I get hold of an interesting one will send it to you. I saw yesterday in Orange C.H....71 Prisoners taken by Mosby. They belonged to 2d Mass Cav. & the odd 1 was a big buck negro fully accoutered in regimentals— ’sword & pistol by his side.’” He adds a brief postscript: “P.S. Dispatch just in renders it probably the Yanks are coming.” In fine condition, with paper loss to the side of one sheet affecting several words of text. A rare, remarkable letter foreshadowing his death in battle at the age of 23. Starting Bid $200 www.RRAuction.com | 79

Riveting accounts of a Union soldier on the frontlines of war-torn Tennessee 311. William C. Shaw. Remarkable archive of 16 handwritten letters from Major William C. Shaw, a soldier in Company B of the 38th Indiana Regiment, dated between October 1861 and March 1865.

The letters amount to 70 pages, with Shaw writing to various family members, the majority addressed to his father, in regard to camp life, events back home, requested clothing, and regiment movements. Most significantly, Shaw offers several exciting and harrowing accounts of skirmishes and heavier confrontations with the Confederacy.

Among the family members that Shaw writes to is his cousin James A. Wilson, the recipient of a trio of fantastically detailed letters, the most impressive of which recounts Shaw’s first full-scale assault at the Battle of Stones River; the 8-page letter, penned on February 21, 1863, at a camp near Murfreesboro, in part: “We laid here until darkness brought a cessation of hostilities but we were required to lay on the wet ground without any fires and no blankets…and we could hear the wounded moaning & crying and entreating for somebody to come and take them away for they were freezing to death…[the Rebels] did not appear to care about us seeing them for they built fires in the woods & we could see them standing around but when they would hear a gun discharge they would scatter…at daybreak the cannons commenced their terrible barking again and we were taken to the front again—double quick where we were placed in a sassafras thicket.”

In overall very good to fine condition. William C. Shaw (1844–1922) was mustered into service as a sergeant on September 18, 1861. At the start of the Civil War he served as a telegraph operator at Russeville, Kentucky, and later earned promotions of Second Lieutenant on September 1, 1864, First Lieutenant on September 4, 1864, Captain on November 4, 1864, and finally Major on June 8, 1865. At the close of the war he was detailed by Colonel D. H. Patton to write a history of the Thirty-eighth Indiana, which was later published by General A. D. Streight in 1866. Starting Bid $200

312. Philip H. Sheridan. LS signed “P. H. Sheridan,” one page, 5 x 8, Headquarters, US Army letterhead, February 2, 1884. Letter to Mayor Seth Low of Brooklyn, New York, declining an invitation to be his personal guest. In part: “I have always found that upon such public occasions as meetings of Army Societies, &c, it was inconvenient not only for my host, but for all who wished to see me on business, if I accepted the hospitalities of a private house; I have, therefore, had to adopt the rule of always taking quarters at a hotel.” The second integral page has been professionally inlaid into a larger sheet. In fine condition. Accompanied by an engraved portrait bearing a facsimile signature. Starting Bid $200

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313. Gustavus W. Smith. Confederate general from

Kentucky (1821–1896) who took command of the Army of Northern Virginia for one day in 1862 before being replaced

by Robert E. Lee. Civil War–dated manuscript copies of five telegrams, signed four times, “G. W. Smith,” three pages both sides, 7.25 x 10.75, October 1–4, 1862. A message of October 1st, which is secretarially signed, is to “Jones Gen’l,” in part: “Inform Gen’l Lee that a fleet of One hundred & twenty five transports moved up towards Alexandria on the 29th Ulto; that the enemy had blown up to fortifications at Evansport…

It is reported that Siegel…moved on Centerville, with thirty thousand men, mostly new regiments.” Another message of October 1st, signed by Smith, sent to a general in Petersburg, reads: “Prepare all your troops that could possibly be spared, in any emergency, for a prompt movement in this direction. You may be called on at any moment. I desire you to be ready.”

Much longer messages are to Gen. Robert E. Lee and Maj. Gen Samuel Gibbs French, discussing a recent battle near the Rappahannock, a wounded soldier, and strategic troop movements. Discussing strategy in a message to French, Smith notes: “It has occurred to me that from Suffolk they might make a dash on Weldon, and that it would be well for you to station two or three regiments there with some artillery. Besides protecting that point, these troops would be in position to move at once in this direction rapidly.” In one instance, Smith notes the Army’s poor supplies: “Our means are inadequate, certainly very scant—The blanket is not only too short, but is very thin, and the material is not the best.” In overall fine condition. A fascinating compilation of scarce Confederate material, touching upon many aspects of the war. Starting Bid $200

Stuart procures horses for his cavalry in 1861 314. J. E. B. Stuart. Fabled Confederate general (1833–1864) best known for his consummate skill in reconnaissance and as a cavalry officer, who was killed in action during the Overland Campaign. Civil War–dated manuscript DS, signed “J. E. B. Stuart,” one page, 8 x 6.5, June 30, 1861.

Confederate cavalry requisition document for the procurement of “1 Brown Mare,” “1 Dunn Mare,” “1 Sorrel Horse,” “1 Brown Mule,” “4 Sets Harness” and “1 Wagon,” amounting to a total of $502. Signed at the conclusion by Lt. John M. Lock and approved by Stuart as colonel commanding. The reverse bears a partial autograph endorsement by William E. ‘Grumble’ Jones, a Confederate cavalry general who would be killed in the Battle of Piedmont in June 1864. In fine condition. In July, Stuart would command his cavalry in the First Battle of Bull Run. A scarce and desirable Confederate document with cavalry-related content from early in the war. Starting Bid $300

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315. George H. Thomas. Union general (1816–1870) whose most decisive victory earned him the sobriquet ‘Rock of Chickamauga.’ ALS signed “Geo. H. Thomas,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, Head-Quarters Military Division of the Tennessee letterhead, December 22, 1866. Letter to a colonel, in part: “I take great pleasure in sending you herewith a bronze copy of the medal presented by by the Legislature of Tenn. on the 15th inst. Twelve were struck off for presentation to the officers of my staff but I only received seven, therefore I shall have to confirm myself to those officers of my staff who were actually on the field with me on the 15th & 16th. Can you name them.” Thomas goes on to discuss various matters including a trip and business dealings. In fine condition, with slight splitting along folds.

The Tennessee General Assembly recognized Thomas and the men under his command for ‘his wise and spirited, and their brave and patriotic, conduct in the Battle of Nashville, in defense of the Capital of the State, in December 1864.’ On the battle’s second anniversary, the Assembly presented General Thomas with a commemorative gold medal, featuring his bust on the obverse and the Tennessee Capitol on the reverse, with the motto, ‘I will hold the town till we starve.’ Starting Bid $200

316. Edward F. Tubbs. Exceptional archive of 18 handwritten letters related

to Edward F. Tubbs, a soldier in Company I of the 14th Pennsylvania Cavalry (159th Volunteers), dated between July 2, 1863 and December 13, 1864.

The collection totals to 46 pages, with 16 of the letters written by Tubbs and addressed to his mother Irene. The content of the archive consists of Tubbs’s plans to visit home, new clothes and items he purchased, reports on his health, hospital stays, and camp life, his disdain for the war and his desire to see it through to the end. Highlighted sections from Tubbs’s letters are as follows: July 2, 1863: “I thought I would write a line to let you know where I was Harpers Ferry is Evacuated and we are on the march I suppose to reinforce Gen’l Mead I expect we will annihilate the whole Rebel army.”

March 20, 1864: “I found a rebel officer who had just come into our lines a deserter from Lee’s army he says he thinks the rebels are going to fight as long as they can but does not think that will be a great while longer he is going to take the Oath of Allegiance and live under the Old flag again…they say we are going to have a chance to reenlist this month or next but I guess I will wait until Old Abe reenlists before I do.”

June 9, 1864, relaying news of the Union’s victory at Piedmont, in part: “We had our fight on Sunday of June 5th we whipped the rebels and captured about 1000 of them, 52 rebel officers besides. I captured a rebel captain in our first charge. I could tell a big story but stories don’t fight Battles. Stanton has fallen & is holding a great many Yanks.”

The archive features seven letters written by Tubbs during his stay at the state hospital in Gallipolis, Ohio, dating between July and September, 1864; in a particularly fiery letter of August 9th, he complains: “I walked down to the City of Gallipolis today… there is 3 [racial epithet] to one white person…if I had known that this [racial epithet] war was going to continue so long I never would have left home…When we were not over 20 feet apart the rebel lead whistled close but yankey lead and yankey steel makes them run…I have lain in front of their fortifications in plain open field when they had all man could wish to protect them while we had nothing to protect us but the great God of Battle.” Tubbs’s final letter, December 12 and 13th, 1864, in part: “I am not I sorry to say well at present the weather is very cold.” The following day: “We went on a Scout this morning but saw nothing the weather is very cold we are on about half rations now I had a cracker for my breakfast with coffee yesterday I had 2 now.” Tubbs passed only four days later on December 17, 1864, a little over two years after mustering into service; although the manner of Tubbs’s death remains unknown, the grim atmosphere of the above letter suggests that he likely succumbed to sickness, starvation, or the elements. In overall very good to fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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317. Civil War US 1st 1864 Pattern .58 Caliber Cartridge Box. A black bridle leather Civil War US 1st 1864 Pattern

.58 Caliber Cartridge Box with oval “US” plate, and a partially legible contractor stamp on the inner flap: “(---) / [SPRING]F’LD MASS.” The exterior leather exhibits light-moderate surface crazing, especially along the flex points, on the lightly worn edges of the cover, and on the closure tab. The belt loops are intact, and the japanned shoulder strap buckles are both present and in very good condition. The interior leather is in fine shape, although there is uniform crackling along the surface of the inner flap, and the tin inserts are both in excellent condition. The die-struck, lead-filled box plate has a mostly dark ochre patina with slightly dented edges and one detached iron attachment loop. The plate has an old collection tag that reads “Found at Mule Shoe Salient” (Battle of Spotsylvania Courthouse). This is a very nice late-war US cartridge box, and rates very good to fine overall condition. Starting Bid $200

318. Civil War US Model 1850 Staff & Field Officer’s Sword by Ruddick of Boston.

Truly handsome Civil War US Model 1850 staff and field officer’s sword made by Hamilton Ruddick, a Boston machinist who became a sword manufacturer for the last two years of the war. The sword measures 36 7/8˝ overall with a 31˝ curved, single-edged blade having single wide fullers and 2/3 length etched panels on either side. The steel has a pleasant bright gray patina with sparse, mottled spots of freckling near the tip and on the forte; slightly darker towards the ricasso. The ornamental panel on the obverse has decorative filigree borders with shield and flag vignette, as well as a “H. Ruddick / Boston” maker’s mark above the ricasso. The reverse depicts an American eagle and shield, “US,” and martial panoply. The pierced brass hilt has an overall bright yellow patina mottled in spots with a brown-ochre color. Skillfully executed oak leaf and flower motif engraving is present on the single quillon and Phrygian helmet pommel. The dark brown shagreen grip is excellent, and has an intact triple wire braided wrap. The metal scabbard is undented, retaining nearly all of its original blued finish now turned to a mellow plum-brown color. The engraved brass furniture has the same yellow-ochre patina as the hilt, with a series of shallow dents on the reverse side of the drag chape. This is an excellent Civil War Model 1850 Staff & Field sword overall, and was one of very few made by a little-known Boston swordsmith. Starting Bid $300

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319. Civil War US Regulation Revolver Cartridge Box. A typical federal revolver cartridge box with small “US” and “T. J. Shepard” inspector cartouche on the outside of the cover flap. The leather is in good condition, but does have heavy crazing at the edges of the cover, along with moderate flaking on the flex points. The interior is in fine shape, although the inner walls of the compartment are bowed inwards and away from the exterior walls. The closure tab is well worn, but intact, and the belt loops have some light crackling as well. Starting Bid $200

320. Civil War USN Revolver Cartridge Box. A belt-mounted revolver

cartridge box with embossed “USN” on the cover flap, intended to hold six boxes of percussion revolver cartridges. The inner flap is marked “NAVY YARD / NY / (anchor) 1861 (anchor)”, and is still clear and legible despite mild surface crazing.

The exterior leather is in very good condition, but does have further crazing, as well as some flaking along the edges of the cover, and on the flex points of the single belt loop on the back. The inner flap has some seam separation on one end, and neither the metal insert, nor the cap pocket are still present. This is a hard-to-find Civil War navy item in fair to good overall condition. Starting Bid $200

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Beautiful 19th-century George Tiemann & Co surgical kit

321. Civil War/Postwar–era Medical Kit. Beautiful Civil War/postwar–era (circa 1864–1886) medical kit made by George

Tiemann & Co., housed in an elegant wooden case with brass inlays, lined with purple velvet. The maker’s label, “G. Tiemann & Co., Manufacturers of Surgical Instruments, 67 Chatham St. N.Y.,” is affixed inside the cover. The cover panel can be removed to reveal an assortment of medical instruments, including surgical knives, tweezer-forceps, and probes; this panel can be removed to reveal another section of additional instruments. A removable fitted panel in the main compartment contains a series of probes and scalpels, bullet extraction forceps, trepanning drill bit, and tourniquet. Below are housed a large amputating saw, bone snips, and two pointed instruments (one straight, one curved). Most instruments are marked “G. Tiemann,” with a few additional makers included. In overall very good to fine condition, with general wear, rubbing to the upper inner lid panel, and some chipping and residue to the cover’s wooden veneer. It is increasingly difficult to find multiple-level amputation kits from this era, especially in this level of completeness. Starting Bid $1000

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Custer provides for “an Arapahoe boy about 11 years of age,” the son of his “guide and interpreter”

322. George A. Custer. LS in pencil, signed “G. A. Custer,” one page both sides, 6 x

3, January 28, 1869. Letter written “80 miles from camp,” in part: “If this is presented to you by an Arapahoe boy about 11 years of age, give him from the C.S. [Commissary Sergeant] two days rations. His father (Nena) has this day been employed by me as a guide and interpreter. He once acted in some capacity for Fremont, speaks good English and seems to be a good friend of the whites. I am expecting my supplies and battery from encampment on Little Roseros village of Arapahoe numbering sixty two lodges. The Cheyennes are still more than a hundred miles west of here. I start for their village tomorrow morning if my supplies arrive on time. I am now west & south of the point where Evans burnt the Comanche lodges and about twelve miles distance. They located it wrong in their report. Show this to Gen. Sheridan, provided no memo of later date has been received. I will send list of my men back tomorrow morning with dispatches. We are out of provisions. Breakfasted on four sardines.” Impressively matted and framed in a small frame, with both sides viewable, and mounted on a large 26.5 x 29.5 display featuring an engraved plaque, large color illustration, and a reproduction 7th Cavalry insignia and portrait of Custer. In very good to fine condition, with overall creasing. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Fabulous content, revealing Custer’s compassion toward an Arapaho ally during his early campaigns in the American West. Starting Bid $300

Before Iwo Jima: “Remember when I used to think the war would end too soon and I wouldn’t have time to get in the service” 323. Iwo Jima: Rene Gagnon. United States Marine Corps corporal (1925–1979) who participated in the Battle of Iwo Jima during World War II. He is best remembered for being one of the six flag-raisers who helped raise the second US flag atop Mount Suribachi on February 23, 1945. World War II–dated ALS signed “Rene,” two pages both sides, 8 x 10.5, December 29, 1943.

Letter to his girlfriend Pauline Harnois, written while guarding the Naval Prison Camp in Charleston, South Carolina. In part: “It’s been…years and the war is still on. Remember when I used to think the war would end too soon and I wouldn’t have time to get in the service, I guess I didn’t realize what it would be like to be away from you and home…everyone else was getting in so, I wanted to be like the rest…When I stand four hour watches at night I have a lot of time to plan things for the future…its a lot of fun thinking about that little cottage with the green shutters, and the kids running around…they can’t stop me from dreaming…the war’s got to end sometime and when it does, we’ll be back together again…The bugler is sounding ‘Taps’ that means lights out.” In very good to fine condition, with an oblong area of creasing to each page. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Starting Bid $200

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324. Ernst Udet. German flying ace (1896–1941) whose 62 victories during WWI made him the country’s secondhighest scoring ace, outdone only by Manfred von Richthofen. TLS in German, one page, 8.75 x 11.25, personal letterhead, October 10, 1922.

Untranslated letter to Jacques Mortane, a French journalist who specialized in aviation.

Udet writes regarding a newly developed airplane by Siemens and asks about companies that could produce engines with about 45 horsepower. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds. Accompanied by an unsigned postcard photo of a plane. Starting Bid $200

325. Vietnam War Joint Chiefs of Staff. Color 7 x 7.5

magazine photo of the mid-tolate 1960s Joint Chiefs of Staff, affixed to an 8.75 x 10 mount, signed on the mount in ink by all five pictured: David L. McDonald, John P. McConnell, Earle Wheeler, Wallace M. Greene, and Harold K. Johnson. A collector’s label on the reverse indicates that it was signed in Washington, DC, in February 1965. In fine condition, with dings to corners. Starting Bid $200

327. Napoleon. Manuscript DS in French, boldly

signed “NP,” one page, 8 x 12.5, April 23, 1809. Napoleon names four officers as “Knights of the Order of the Iron Crown” on the day after his important victory at the Battle of Eckmuhl. On April 23rd, the date of this document, Napoleon was wounded by enemy fire while he was out for reconnaissance around Regensburg. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

Financing the French Empire 326. Napoleon. LS in French, signed “Nap.,” one page, 7.25 x 9, July 16, 1810.

Letter to Minister of the Public Treasury Nicolas Francois, Count Mollien, written amidst the Peninsular War. In part (translated): “I estimate that Bank shares have the following values: primitive funds, 1000 francs, reserve 220 fr. which makes 1220 francs, the right on the establishment belonging to the Bank I estimate at three million, 33 f=the intrinsic value is thus 1253 fr. on July 1. That being the case, on July 15, we must add 3 fr. to the active part of the dividend, which makes 1256, we must add 3 f. on July 30, which brings the share to 1259 f. In this state of things, I want you to activate, in the easiest way possible, 4000 shares, but without surpassing their real value, that is, 1252 francs for intrinsic value, and 6 francs per month after July 1, for interest. While the price is less than 1252 f. plus interest, you will be able to conduct your operations at the service desk.

I see that on July 14, they were at 1252 f., their intrinsic value thus being judged at 1255 francs.” Napoleon makes one handwritten correction to the text, changing the month “January” to “July.” In fine condition. A desirable letter illustrating Bonaparte’s impressive grasp of economics—a necessity for financing his empire-building. Starting Bid $200

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Nelson supports the Austrian advance against Bonaparte: “Our enemies should be convinced of the most perfect harmony subsisting between the Allies” 328. Horatio Nelson. LS, four pages on two adjoining

sheets, 8.25 x 12, no date but circa August 1795. Lengthy report in which Nelson, anchored near Genoa in support of the Austrian advance against Napoleon’s forces on the mainland, discusses his immediate plans. He has had a conversation with the Baron de Malcamp, nephew and aide-de-camp to the Austrian general, Beaulieu: “I begged he would assure the General that my squadron had no object whatever but the co-operation with his army, and that wherever he came down on the sea coast…he would he sure to find me…Vado was the only place where our fleet could lay in safety, but as for my squadron all places would suit it…I had understood St. Giacomo was strongly fortified, and if 6 or 7000 men were to be lost in getting it merely for the immediate possession of Vado Bay it was no object for us if the General chose to leave them to the eastward.”

The Baron assured Nelson that “the General would send me a tableaux of his plan of operations, that the General desired… [that] the most perfect harmony would be kept up with me, and that from my character as well as from my exactness…he was assured all would go well for the common cause…[and] that our enemies should be convinced of the most perfect harmony subsisting between the Allies.”

For his part, Nelson assured the Baron “that he might depend on my openness of conduct, that what I promised should, if possible, be performed, and that I would promise nothing that I had not a moral certainty of being able to perform…I desired he would assure his General that…nothing would be omitted on the part of my admiral [Sir John Jervis] to convince him and all our Allies, as well as our enemies and neutral powers, how much he had the good of the common cause at heart…I also desired he would acquaint the General that I would undertake to provide proper convoys for their provisions being carried coastways from Genoa…The Baron asked me…if there was not a risk that my squadron might be lost on the coast…I replied that if these were lost my admiral would find another [and] that we should risk the squadron at all times to assist the General.” Neatly and boldly signed at the conclusion by Nelson. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and light creasing. In August 1795, Nelson was selected to command a squadron ordered to Vado Bay, near Genoa, where the Austrians had their headquarters. From there he was to stop all enemy vessels, and all neutrals trading with the Genoese coast, so as to cut off the main French supply route, and facilitate an Austrian advance against Napoleon. Starting Bid $300

329. Ferdinand von Schill. Prussian officer

(1776–1809) who revolted unsuccessfully against French domination and was killed in battle in May 1809. ALS in German, signed “Schill,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 8 x 13.75, July 31, 1808.

Untranslated letter to Colonel Adolf Friedrich von Oppen, continuing to maintain that one of his subordinates was wrongfully accused. In fine condition, with scattered light foxing. Starting Bid $200

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330. John Bradstreet.

British Army officer during King George’s War, the French and Indian War, and Pontiac’s Rebellion (1714– 1774). ADS, signed “Jn. Bradstreet,” one page, 7.75 x 4.5, November 18, 1758. Pay order submitted to “Abraham Mortier or in his absence to his clerk,” in full: “Please to let Lieut.

Coventry have three hundred pounds sterling for my account.”

Endorsed on the reverse with a receipt dated November 18, 1758, signed “Geo. Coventry,” in part: “Received from Abraham Mortier Esq. the sum of three hundred pounds sterling.”

In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

331.

Li Hongzhang.

Qing Empire general (1823–1901) who quelled several major rebellions and served as the premier viceroy of Zhili and the minister of Belyang from 1871 to 1895. Bold ink signature in Chinese on an off-white 3 x 4.75 card, annotated along the bottom, “Li Hung Chang, Sept. 1/96.” Affixed to a slightly larger sheet and in fine condition. Starting Bid $200

332. Indian Wars Era US Model 1858 Smooth-Side Canteen (Connecticut State Militia). Civil War–period canteen, maker marked “J.C.

Johnson & Co. / Feb. 5, 1865,” on the spout (one of 100,000 canteens manufactured under a February, 1865 contract awarded to John C. Johnson & Co. of Boston, MA). The canteen has a cork stopper and chain affixed to one of the strap bails and has a partially tattered gray kersey cover with post-Civil War Connecticut State Militia stencil: “G / (Crossed Rifles) / 3 / CT / 106” (Co. G, 3rd Reg’t.

Connecticut State Militia, No. 106). There is some mild surface oxidation on the stopper chain and iron fittings, as well as a few spots of surface rust on the strap loops. The linen strap is present and intact, however there is an area of heavy wear at the bottom loop where the strap has nearly torn through. This is an interesting Civil War contract canteen, retained in state service after the war, and in very good overall condition. Starting Bid $200

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333. 12th Regiment, Mississippi Cavalry

334. George B. Anderson

335. Boston Tea Party: James Foster Condy Starting Bid $200

336. Civil War Soldier’s Diary

337. Civil War Tarred Canvas Knapsack

338. Confederate Soldier’s Letter

339. Jefferson Davis

340. William J. ‘Wild Bill’ Donovan

341. James H. Doolittle

342. Enola Gay: Tibbets and Ferebee

343. Enola Gay: Tibbets and Sweeney

344. Mitsuo Fuchida

345. Mitsuo Fuchida

346. Minoru Genda

347. Gettysburg

348. Quincy Adams Gillmore

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350. Bradley T. Johnson

351. William E. ‘Grumble’ Jones

352. Auguste de Marmont

353. [George C. Marshall]

354. Dakota Meyer

355. Billy Mitchell

356. Murfreesboro Prisoner’s Letter

357. John J. Peck

358. Ernie Pyle

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361. Victorian-era American Stovepipe Beaver Top Hat Starting Bid $200

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359. Carl Spaatz and Edward Peck Curtis

360. Tokyo Rose

362. Jonathan M. Wainwright

363. Jonathan M. Wainwright

364. William C. Westmoreland

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aviation 365. Felix Baumgartner. Austrian skydiver

and daredevil (born 1969) who jumped to Earth from a helium balloon in the stratosphere in 2012, setting a world record for skydiving at approximately 24 miles. Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Baumgartner emerging from his capsule and preparing to jump, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Starting Bid $200

366. Clarence Chamberlin. Aviation pioneer

(1893-1976) who made the first non-stop flight from New York to Germany. Vintage pearl-finish 8.5 x 6.5 photo of a Curtis T-32 Condor biplane with Amoco logo resting on an airstrip, with inset oval portrait of Chamberlin to upper right, signed in fountain pen, “Clarence D. Chamberlin.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

367. Douglas ‘Wrong Way’ Corrigan. Ameri-

can pilot (1907–1995) best remembered for a 1938 navigational ‘error’ (now widely believed to have been a purposeful protest against government red tape) that landed him in Dublin instead of his stated destination of California. ALS, one page, 5 x 8, February 10, 1940. Corrigan writes to “Sylvia,” in full: “Was in Texas for Xmas but back in Los Angeles again—not doing anything in particular now but hope to soon. Thanks for the card—the snow reminds me of the winters I worked at Roosevelt Field on Long Island.” In fine condition. Roosevelt Field was a famous airport which served as the takeoff point for several historic flights, including Charles Lindbergh’s 1927 transatlantic flight. Starting Bid $200

Rare handwritten 1931 letter from Amelia Earhart 368. Amelia Earhart. Desirable ALS, four pages on two sheets, 7.25

x 10.5, personal letterhead, July 27, 1931. Letter to Laura Oldham, in full: “I have been so long in writing, you probably have forgotten me.

Please don’t, for I have remember (sic) with so much pleasure your and Mr. Oldham’s kindness to me. I was very sorry not to see you on my return to Abilene. I thought perhaps you stayed away because of nervousness—until I received your note. You know, the crack up wasn’t anything really. I have had the ship flying for some time and have hauled a good many passengers. You might be interested to know that five or six hours after I turned the second ‘giro over to the regular pilot, he cracked it on landing. I sent a check to cover the telephone expenses as forwarded by George Paxton. Please tell him I appreciate all he did for me and shall add a note to that effect to that of my secretary. I am still using the little jar of creme you gave me. By now, however, I am so brown, the sun has to shine very hotly to really bum. I hope today my husband mentioned sometime this autumn or winter and certainly plan a stop at Abilene to say hello. We are staying, as much as possible at Rye this summer as the city is very warm. It is hard to leave the sea even to fly. Write me if you have a moment.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA, the original mailing envelope addressed in Earhart’s own hand, and seven vintage glossy photos of Earhart, her plane, and group shots of the pilot and the letter’s recipient. The reverse of the photo showing Earhart with her hand on her cheek features typed notations: “Taken in 1931 when her autogyro cracked up and she spent three days with us. Once we were starting to a picture show, and I said (subtly) ‘I will run upstairs and get your comb,’ she answered, ‘no use, it will not stay put.’ The real reason was she thought she looked like Lindbergh, she just worshipped him. To this day I get letters asking for details of her visit.” Starting Bid $200

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369. Amelia Earhart. Extremely

appealing vintage menu for a “Dinner of the National Aeronautic Association of the U.S.A., Paris Chapter, In Honor of Miss Amelia Earhart,” in Paris on June 3, 1932, measuring 9.75 x 12.75, signed neatly on the front cover in black ink by Earhart.

In fine condition, with a few light creases.

Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

370. Amelia Earhart. Fountain pen signature, “Amelia Earhart,” on an off-white 3 x 2.25 card. In very good condition, with light soiling and toning, and a tack hole above the signature which could be creatively matted out. Starting Bid $200

Earhart and Barnes before the 1929 Powder Puff Derby 371. Amelia Earhart. Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Earhart shaking hands with ‘Pancho’ Barnes alongside Debi Stanford before the start of 1929 Women’s Air Derby, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “Amelia Earhart,” “Pancho Barnes,” and “Debi Stanford, To Walt Callinge, Best Wishes.” Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/ DNA authentication holder. In fine condition, with a pin hole to each corner.

The first women’s cross-country air derby, the Women’s Air Derby, took place as part of the 1929 National Air Races; thanks to humorist Will Rogers, the event became popularly known as the ‘Powder Puff Derby.’ Nineteen female aviators took off from Santa Monica, California on August 18, 1929, fifteen of whom made it to Cleveland, Ohio, nine days later. Earhart finished in third place, while the race ended early for Barnes when her airplane crashed in Waco, Texas. A magnificent, rarely seen portrait of these pioneering women of aviation. Starting Bid $200

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‘Great Moments in Aviation History’ signed by Armstrong, Doolittle, Tibbets, and a dozen more 372. Great Moments in Aviation History.

Tremendous limited edition color 24.75 x 22.75 print of a 1982 William Reynolds painting entitled ‘Great Moments in Aviation History,’ depicting a gathering of legendary aircraft and spacecraft soaring high above the cloud-covered Earth, numbered 145/1100, signed below in pencil by fifteen aviation heroes: Neil Armstrong, James H. Doolittle, Chuck Yeager, Paul Tibbets, Curtis LeMay, William Knight, George Vaughn, Leigh Wade, Joe Foss, George Gay, John Mitchell, Gail Halverson, Francis Gabreski, Michael Novosel, and Robin Olds. Also signed in the lower right by the artist. Matted and framed to an overall size of 31.5 x 31.5. In fine condition. Accompanied by a booklet dedicated to the signers of the print.

Thirteen of the 15 signers completed the signing of the 1100 prints at Maxwell Air Force Base in June 1982 as a part of the first of what would become the Gathering of Eagles. In May 1982, Armstrong signed the prints at his office in Lebanon, Ohio, and Doolittle signed the prints at his home in Carmel Valley, California. Starting Bid $200

Uncommon duo of British aviators 373. Gustav Hamel and Claude Grahame-White. Wonderful pairing of AQSs from British aviation pioneers Gustav Hamel and Claude Grahame-White on an off-white 7.5 x 6 album page: “’Twinkle Twinkle little Bat, How I wonder what you’re at, Up above the the world so high, Like a teatray in the sky,’ Gustav Hamel, 25th April 1913” and “I’ll eat with you, I’ll drink with you. I’d drink the ocean dry for you, I’ll lie for you & possibly might die for you, But I’ll be d—d if I could fly with you.

Claude Grahame-White, January 18th, 1911.” In fine condition, with light toning and soiling.

Hamel (1889–1914) was a British aviator who was prominent in the early history of aviation in Britain, and in particular that of Hendon airfield, where Graham-White was developing and promoting flying. Hamel disappeared at the age of 24 over the English Channel on May 23, 1914, while returning from Villacoublay on a new 80 hp Gnome Monosoupape engined Morane-Saulnier monoplane he had just collected, and was to compete with in the Aerial Derby the same day. Grahame-White (1879–1959) was an English aviator and the first to make a night flight, during the Daily Mail-sponsored 1910 London to Manchester air race. Starting Bid $200

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374. Charles Lindbergh. Signed book: Of Flight and Life. First edition. NY: Charles Scribner’s Sons, 1948.

Hardcover, 5.5 x 7.5, 56 pages. Signed and inscribed on the half-title page in black ink, “To Phil and Isabel La Fallette, with admiration and best wishes from, Charles A. Lindbergh, August 1948.” In fine condition, with light sunning and wear to the spine. Starting Bid $200

Christmas wishes from ‘Lucky Lindy’

376.

Bertrand Piccard and Andre Borschberg. Color

glossy 12 x 7.75 photo of a nighttime test flight of the Solar Impulse, the solar-powered aircraft that would perform the first successful round-the-world solar powered flight, signed in black felt tip by its pilots: “Fly clean! Bertrand Piccard” and “André Borschberg.”

In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

377.

Eddie R i c k e n b a c k e r.

375. Charles Lindbergh. ALS signed “Charles,” one page,

5 x 8.25, December 18, 1950. Letter to his “Aunt June,” in full: “Mother joins me in hoping that this Christmas will be a merry one for you, and the months ahead full of happiness.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Lindbergh’s hand. Starting Bid $200

Glossy 10 x 8 photo of Rickenbacker at the nose of his biplane, signed and inscribed in thick black ink, “With my best wishes to James M. Halosy, Capt. Eddie Rickenbarcker, 1972.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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Oberth’s “concept for the proof of existence of the soul” 378. Hermann Oberth. Roma-

nian and German physicist and engineer (1894–1989) considered one of the founding fathers of rocketry and astronautics.

Handwritten manuscript in pencil by Oberth, unsigned, totaling 31 pages on 17 sheets, various sizes, circa 1945. An untranslated manuscript in German, noted on a small sheet as being “a concept for the proof of existence of the soul. This is interesting in the sense that I wrote it in a prison camp in 1945. It is unfinished, because I was released and at home, I kept on writing on the machine. Later I extended and entitled it ‘Stoff und Leben’ published by Otto Reichl…For reasons I am going to talk about, natural science tried again and again to get along without the presumption of a soul.” In very good to fine condition, with some tears and paper loss to the edges. Starting Bid $300

379. R. G. Smith. Famed aviation artist (1914–2001) known especially for his work at McDonnell Douglas and for his naval aviation paintings; the ‘R.G. Smith Award,’ named for him, is awarded annually for excellence in naval aviation art. Huge original painting by R. G. Smith of a United Airlines jet soaring through the clouds, accomplished in oil on stretched canvas, 46 x 34, signed in the lower right corner in paint, “R. G. Smith.” In fine condition. A marvelous, oversized painting by an artist the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum describes as ‘The ‘Old Master’ of the Sky.’ Starting Bid $200

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Man’s first flight at Kitty Hawk

380. Orville Wright. Iconic 6.25 x 4.5 card-

stock photo of the Wright Brothers’ first flight, captioned in at the bottom, “First Man-Flight, December 17, 1903, Kitty Hawk, N. C.,” crisply signed in fountain pen, “Orville Wright.” In very good condition, with light overall soiling, tack holes to the top and bottom, and a short tear near the top tack hole. Starting Bid $200

381. Orville Wright. The

Winters National Bank check, 8.25 x 3, filled out and signed

by Orville Wright, “Wright Brothers, O. W.,” payable to American Express Co. for $436.50, March 5, 1908. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

382. Orville Wright. Uncommon ALS, one page, 8 x 10, The Wright Company letterhead, no date. Letter to Mr. Woodhouse, in full: “I am inclosing several old prints. You may use any you choose, but please take good care of them and return as soon as you are done with them. The negatives from which these were made were in the flood and were somewhat injured.” In fine condition, with light toning from prior display. A scarce and desirable letter from the aviation pioneer. Starting Bid $200

383. Ferdinand Graf von Zeppelin. German engineer (1838–1917)

who designed the famous rigid airship that bears his name. Uncommon matte-finish 4 x 6 H. Brandseph of Stuttgart portrait of Zeppelin, affixed to its original 6.5 x 9 mount, signed and inscribed in German in black ink on the photo, and dated July 8, 1908.

Framed to an overall size of 9.5 x 11.75. Light contrast to portions of signature and inscription, and chipping to the frame, otherwise fine condition.

Starting Bid $200

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384. Wernher von Braun. TLS,

space

one page, 8 x 10.5, US Army Ordnance Corps, Army Ballistic Missile Agency letterhead, stamp-dated November 18, 1957.

Letter to Mr. and Mrs. Ken Browne, in full: “I want to acknowledge receipt of your kind letter of 10 November expressing your interest in the work of this Agency and offering your encouragement.

Generous remarks such as yours are greatly appreciated by our team here in the Army Ballistic Missile Agency. You can be assured that your encouragement gives us reason to intensify our efforts. Pursuant to your request, I have enclosed an autographed picture. I am honored and flattered to be able to comply with your request. Please know that your remarks were made known to the members of our staff.” In very good to fine condition, with a short tear and crease to the lower left, and staple holes to the upper left. Starting Bid $200

Fully signed ‘Earthrise’ lithograph from the first crew to travel to the moon

385. Apollo 8. Highly desirable official color 10 x 8 NASA lithograph of the iconic Apollo 8 ‘Earthrise,’ signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Farris, Bill Anders, Apollo 8,” “Frank Borman,” and “James Lovell.” Attractively matted to an overall size of 16 x 16. In fine condition. From the personal collection of Emmy Award–winning historian Farris Rookstool, III. Starting Bid $200

Iconic trio of official Apollo 11 images, signed by Armstrong, Aldrin, and Collins

386. Apollo 11. Superb collection of three official color NASA lithographs, individually signed by the Apollo 11 crew: an

iconic 10 x 8 lithograph showing Aldrin on the lunar surface, with Armstrong reflected in his visor, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip, “Best wishes to Mr. Flemming Hedborg, Neil Armstrong”; a desirable 10 x 8 lithograph of Aldrin descending from the LM’s ladder, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Flemming Hedborg, With Best Wishes, Buzz Aldrin”; and a classic 8 x 10 lithograph of Collins in his white space suit against a lunar backdrop, signed in black felt tip, “M. Collins.” In very good to fine condition, with some creasing to the Armstrong photo. Starting Bid $500

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The coveted Armstrong-Calle lithograph 387. Neil Armstrong. Classic limited edition 17 x 27 lithograph of Armstrong in his flight suit prior to the Apollo 11 mission, numbered 409/1000, signed in pencil by history’s first moonwalker, “Neil Armstrong.” Also signed in pencil by the artist, Paul Calle, beneath his preprinted signature. Attractively matted and framed to an overall size of 23.23 x 33.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $300

388.

Neil Armstrong.

Sought-after official color 8 x 10 NASA lithograph of Armstrong posing in his white space suit against a lunar backdrop, signed in blue felt tip.

In fine condition, with a paperclip impression to the top edge.

Uninscribed white space suit photos of Armstrong represent one of the most coveted prizes in the entire field of space collecting. Starting Bid $300

389. Neil Armstrong. Official color 8 x 10 NASA lithograph of Apollo 11 Commander Armstrong posing in his white space suit against a lunar backdrop, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip, “To Dale Parry—All Good Wishes, Neil Armstrong.” In fine condition, with a few small creases, and a light paperclip impression to the top edge. Starting Bid $200

390.

Neil Armstrong.

Desirable FDC with a cachet honoring the crew members of the Apollo 11 mission, signed in blue felt tip by Neil Armstrong. The cover is postmarked July 20, 1969, the date of the Apollo 11 moon landing, and September 9, 1969, the issue date for the jumbo-sized commemorative “First Man on the Moon” stamp, which is affixed to upper right corner. In very fine condition. Starting Bid $200

391. Neil Armstrong. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, January 11, 1988. Letter to “Greg J. Slavonic, Lieutenant Commander, USNR,” declining an invitation. In part: “Thank you for your kind letter exploring the possibilities of my participation in the annual ‘Navy Birthday’ Dinner of the Central Oklahoma Chapter of the Naval Reserve Association…Due to responsibilities of my own business, I am not accepting any additional speaking engagements at this time.” In fine condition, with some light creasing to the top edge. Starting Bid $200 www.RRAuction.com | 99

392. Harrison Schmitt.

Official color 10 x 8 NASA lithograph of Schmitt posing on the lunar surface with the American flag and Earth in the distant background, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To The Brownes, Best Wishes! Jack Schmitt, Apollo 17.” Reverse bears an affixed return address label and typed collector’s notation indicating that it was signed in June 1987. In very good to fine condition, with some light bends, and a crease to the upper left corner. Starting Bid $200

393. Harrison Schmitt. Vintage

pre-Apollo ink signature, “Harrison H. Schmitt,” on an offwhite 5 x 3 card, with typed collector’s annotations, “Dr. Harrison H. Schmitt, Scientist-astronaut, Williams Air Force Base - Arizona, 8/6/66.” In very fine condition. A geologist by education, Schmitt was selected as a member of the first group of scientist-astronauts in June 1965, and then spent his first year at Williams Air Force Base to train as a jet pilot. He graduated from the flight training course on the date of this signature. Starting Bid $200

Scarce cover postmarked on the day of the Challenger disaster

Superlative red-numbered portrait of the fallen ‘Teacher in Space’ 395. Christa McAuliffe. Of-

ficial color satin-finish 8 x 10 red-numbered NASA photo of McAuliffe in her blue flight suit, holding a model of the Space Shuttle, neatly signed in black felt tip, “S. Christa McAuliffe.”

Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/ DNA authentication holder. In very fine condition, with a surface scuff to the right side of the plastic holder.

Starting Bid $200

396. Ron McNair. Official color 8 x 10 NASA lithograph of McNair in his blue flight suit, signed in black felt tip, “Good luck! Ron McNair,” with an inscription in the upper left in another hand, “To Tim.” In very fine condition. Starting Bid $200

394. Christa McAuliffe.

Launch day cover with a Space Shuttle cachet, postmarked twice at Cape Canaveral on January 28, 1986, the day of the Challenger disaster, signed in black ballpoint, “S. Christa McAuliffe.” Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. In fine condition.

Starting Bid $200

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397. Judy Resnik. Official

color 8 x 10 NASA lithograph of Resnik in her blue flight suit, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a couple of light surface dings and creases.

Starting Bid $200

398. Buzz Aldrin

399. Buzz Aldrin

400. Buzz Aldrin

401. Buzz Aldrin

402. Apollo 10

403. Alan Bean

404. Scott Carpenter

405. Columbia STS-107

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406. Cosmonauts

407. Cosmonauts

408. Charlie Duke Starting Bid $200

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410. Alexei Leonov

411. Edgar Mitchell

412. Alan Shepard

413. John Young

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409. Jim Irwin

Starting Bid $200

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art, architecture, and design Suing the notorious Jay Gould for his failure to pay for “certain pictures of defendant together with frames for the same”

414. Mathew Brady. Early American photographer (1922–1896) known for his scenes of the Civil War and for his portraits of eminent politicians and other illustrious Americans. Extraordinary manuscript DS, signed “M. B. Brady,” one page both sides, 8 x 11.75, March 6, 1872. New York Superior Court document in the case of “Mathew B. Brady against Jay Gould,” in part: “The plaintiff by J. K. Herbert his attorney, complains…That on or about the 16th day of April A.D. 1869, the plaintiff made, sold, and delivered to the defendant certain pictures of defendant together with frames for the same, for which the defendant contracted and agreed to pay the sum of eight hundred and seven dollars…There remains due and unpaid thereon the sum of four hundred and sixty-nine dollars…Therefore plaintiff demands judgment against the defendant for the sum of four hundred and sixty-nine dollars, with interest.” Brady boldly endorses a statement at the conclusion, certifying that he “has read the foregoing complaint and knows the contents thereof; and that the same is true to his own knowledge.” A notary signs at the conclusion, lending further credence to the authenticity of Brady’s rare signature. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. This remarkable document shows Brady taking on one of the most powerful men in the world, Jay Gould, who was perhaps the most ruthless robber baron of the Gilded Age and involved in New York’s Tammany Hall political machine. By this time Brady was nearly penniless—he would be declared bankrupt in January 1873—and he needed every dollar he could get. As one of the richest men on Wall Street, Gould certainly had the means to repay Brady for his work; it seems that he simply chose not to. In bankruptcy the next year, all of his studio’s assets were sold off and Brady was left with essentially nothing.

In 1875 he received a $25,000 payment from Congress and reopened his gallery, but remained deeply in debt—and stricken with poor health—for the rest of his life. Brady’s autograph is exceedingly rare, and this is an especially large, bold example.

Starting Bid $300

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416.

Gisele Freund. German-

born French photographer and photojournalist (1908–2000) who was famous for her documentary photography and portraits of writers and artists. ALS in French, one onionskin page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, September 25, 1988. Letter to an unidentified scholar, in part (translated): “It is only now that I have discovered your letter of 17-12-87, and the presentation of your thesis, very interesting. I was absent from Paris during one academic year.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds and a crease to upper right corner. Starting Bid $200

417. Buckminster Fuller. Visionary

American architect, inventor, writer, and philosopher (18951983) perhaps best known for inventing the geodesic dome, one of the signal developments in modern design and engineering. Original red ballpoint sketch of a pyramid on a white 5 x 4 card, signed underneath, “’Triangulation’ is the nature of nature. Buckminster Fuller.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

Design sketch by Givenchy—“Breakfast at Tiffany’s, Audrey”

418. Hubert de Givenchy. Original felt tip design sketch

of Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany’s, showing her in her iconic black dress and holding a long cigarette, accomplished in gold ink and black felt tip by Givenchy on a white 5.75 x 8.75 cardstock sheet, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Patrick Gruber,—Very sincerely—Hubert de Givenchy,” who adds “Breakfast at Tiffany’s, Audrey.” In fine condition, with minor smudging due to the slick nature of the card. An exquisite original sketch which is unmistakably the ‘little black dress’ Givenchy designed for actress Audrey Hepburn in the classic 1961 romantic comedy—the legendary Breakfast at Tiffany’s dress has been voted the most iconic movie dress in the history of cinema. An extremely scarce piece of both movie and fashion history. Starting Bid $200

419. George Grosz. German artist (1893–1959) who often found himself in trouble with various authorities for his unsparingly satirical depictions of German society. Desirable pairing: a matte-finish 3.25 x 4.5 head-and-shoulders portrait of the artist, signed and inscribed in purple ink, “To Mr. & Mrs. Ken Browne, George Grosz”; and an ALS in purple ink, artistically signed in red, “George Grosz,” one page, 8.25 x 11.5, personal letterhead, January 14, 1958, in part: “Thank you & Mrs. Browne very much for your fine letter and your appreciation of my work.”

In overall very good to fine condition, with creasing and short edge tears to the letter, and light mottled toning to the photo.

Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Grosz’s hand. Starting Bid $200

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Monet writes home while in Rouen to work on his great cathedral series

420. Claude Monet. ALS in French, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4 x 6.5, [February 20, 1893]. Letter to his wife Alice, written from Rouen while working on his cathedral series. In part (translated): “My darling, I’m going back to sleep and find your letter. Of course I would be delighted to see you and to give pleasure to my brother [Leon Monet] but frankly I’m just starting to organize myself and to be fine at work. And my faith, I think the first thing is to think of working. I had too many disappointments last year. I rely on you to come over to Rouen once with the little girl, and Blanche [Alice’s daughter]. So it could be when I will be a bit advanced in my work and also when there will be some more vegetation to see the Jardin des Plantes.

I write immediately to my brother. He is very kind, there is less discomfort with his family than with strangers. But he should understand that I need to be quiet. I kiss you as I love you, Claude Monet.” He adds a lengthy postscript to the interior pages: “Your coming anyway would put me in trouble, because at this time I really need all my will, with all my strength to pull me out of this great difficulty…These tuggings already exasperate me. P.S. I do not understand the silence of Jean [Monet’s son], except that he thought avoiding me a disturbance, which could excuse him. In fact I feel that if it is renewed I will give up all work here. I’m sure I will not go to sleep.” In fine condition. Accompanied by an export certificate from the French Ministry of Culture.

In the middle of February 1893, Monet stayed at the Hotel d’Angleterre to complete his series of paintings of Rouen’s Cathedral that he started the year before. As a perfectionist, he was eternally dissatisfied with his artwork, alluded to in his reference to the “many disappointments last year” and his struggle to work. During his two-month stay in Rouen from February 16 to April 11, he often shared the table of his brother Leon, who ran a small chemical business in which Jean was hired. Monet’s thirty paintings of the Rouen Cathedral, beautifully capturing its gothic facade in different lighting conditions, are considered to be among his finest works. Starting Bid $1000

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422. Jose de Madrazo y Agudo. Spanish painter

421. Ernst Ludwig Kirchner. German painter and printmaker (1880–1938) who was instrumental in creating the style that defined ‘Expressionism’ in 20th-century German art.

Matte-finish 6 x 8.75 photo of one of Kirchner’s works, signed and titled on the reverse in fountain pen, “E. L. Kircher, Liebespaar 30 (Le couple), gr 100 x 150 cm, Photo zurückerbeten an E. L. Kirchner, Davos-Platz.” In fine condition, with some light creases. Starting Bid $200

and engraver (1781– 1859) known as one of the primary exponents of the neoclassical style in Spain.

LS in Spanish, signed “Jose de Madrazo,” one page, 8.25 x 12.25, March 28, 1856. In part (translated): “The Protector Society of the Fine Arts, created with the noble object of improving the condition of the Artists, developing the taste and fondness to them, goes reverently A.L.R.P. of S.M. begging to deign to dispense the high honor of that the Royal name appears at the head of its associates, so that its existence is imperishable.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

Scarce letter by the tormented painter of ‘The Scream’ 423. Edvard Munch. Influential Norwegian painter and printmaker (1863–1944) known for his intense and evocative treatment of psychological themes. ALS in German, one page, 5.5 x 7.25, no date. Letter to unidentified recipient, providing notice of his poor physical condition wherein he must remain in bed. In very good to fine condition, with overall creasing, and a faint stain to the lower left corner. Starting Bid $500

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Pissarro orders paints 426. Camille Pissarro. Influen-

424. Otto Muller. German painter and printmaker of the Die Brücke expressionist movement (1874–1930). ALS in German, signed “Your Brother Otto,” one page both sides, 8.75 x 14, no date. Letter to his sister Mara Kothe, thanking for well wishes on his birthday, in part (translated): “I am pleased to hear that you, your husband and your children are doing well.—A pity, that it is not possible for us to see each other again, maybe you can come to Berlin and I can manage to be there too…

During summer I visited Paris, where I did not feel comfortable, so I left after only 10 days. From there I went over Vienna to Dalmatia.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

tial Danish-French Impressionist and Neo-Impressionist painter (1830– 1903). ALS in French, signed “C. Pissarro,” one page, 4.5 x 7, July 7, 1901. Letter to “Coutet,” apparently a seller of art supplies, in full (translated): “Send me 12 whites. If it is cold you must avoid that the white not be too hard.”

In fine condition, with three small holes along the left edge, and some light edge toning. Starting Bid $200

Collage with a sketch by Picasso 425. Pablo Picasso. Exquisite original

ballpoint sketch of two hearts with an arrow passing through them accomplished

by Pablo Picasso on an off-white 8 x 5 collage card featuring an affixed color image of him with his wife Jacqueline, signed below in ballpoint by both, “Picasso” and “Jacqueline.” Mounted and matted to an overall size of 11.75 x 9.25.

In very good to fine condition, with light soiling, and old adhesive residue in the area of the affixed clipping. Provenance: Property from the Douglas Cooper Collection, Christie’s, 1992; Cooper was a noted Picasso scholar and collector.

A noted innovator of collage—the term itself is said to have coined by him and Braque—Picasso was the first to use the collage technique as an element in oil paintings. A decidedly unique piece from the revered modern artist.Starting Bid $1000

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Brilliant sketch of a young boy

by Norman Rockwell 427. Norman Rockwell. Original

pencil sketch by Norman Rockwell on an off-white 11 x 14 sheet, depicting a young boy with neatly combed hair in a formal bust-length pose, signed below, “Norman Rockwell.” In fine condition, with marginal stains, and a short tear to the top edge, all of which could be re-matted out to produce an impressive display. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/ DNA. A sensational original Rockwell sketch of an unidentified young boy, his nervous expression with wide eyes and reluctant smile typical of the stuffy schoolbook picture or the conservative photo studio portrait. Original drawings

by Rockwell are rarely offered, with this large and superb rendering wonderfully in keeping with so many of the artist’s timeless works on American youth and innocence. Starting Bid $1000

428. Johann Gottfried Schadow. German sculptor (1764–1850) regarded as the founder of the modern Berlin school of sculptors. ALS in German, signed “Dr: G. Schadow,” one page both sides, 4.75 x 7, June 9, 1831. Untranslated letter to an “old revered friend” with a recommendation for the landscape and marine painter Wilhelm Krause. In fine condition, with writing showing through from opposing sides.

Starting Bid $200

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429. Stanford White. Distinguished American architect (1853-1906) who was a leading figure of the ‘Beaux Arts’ movement,

best known for his opulent mansions and for the second Madison Square Garden. He was fatally shot and killed in the roof garden theatre of the Landmark by the husband of actress Evelyn Nesbit in retribution for a long-ago affair. ALS, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.25 x 6.5, March 6, 1896. Letter to the wife of sculptor Frederick MacMonnies, in part: “The sketches duly arrived and as I write Mac I am simply overpowered. I really melted with pleasure and continue to do so every time I look at them and I know the pleasure I felt on receiving them will mean more to you than any thanks, so I will not even attempt to thank you in words-But if you ever want a house built…you know where to come for it.” Archivally double-matted and framed with a portrait of the architect to an overall size of 21 x 13.5, with a window in the backing for viewing the second and third pages. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

430. Henry van de Velde. ALS in French,

one page, 6.5 x 8, no date. In part (translated): “While leafing through this album where so many names of men of different nationalities are found, what bitterness should we not think there would have been a time when we could have reunited them all in a living room and they would have stretched themselves then with a cordiality and a sincere sympathy of hands! Are we today far enough away from this time? And by what crises did humanity still have to pass before men and women of different nationalities were reestablished with those relations of society and cordiality which are the most fruitful guarantee of a progressive culture?” In fine condition, with a strip of tape along the left edge; a letter by German writer Otto Borngraber is affixed to the reverse. Starting Bid $200

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431. Frank Lloyd Wright.

Magnificent pearl-finish 7.25 x 9.25 photo of Wright deep in thought, boldly signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Phil—From Frank at 77— with a hope, Taliesin, Aug. 18 46.” Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 16 x 18. In fine condition. Taliesin was Wright’s famed home and studio in Wisconsin, which he designed and built in 1911. A scarce and absolutely spectacular signed portrait of the architectural master. Starting Bid $300

432. Arnold Bocklin

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434. Buckminster Fuller

436. R. B. Kitaj

437. Peter Max

438. Henry Moore

439. Alphonse Mucha

440. Waldo Peirce

441. Norman Rockwell

442. Norman Rockwell

443. Norman Rockwell

444. Washington A. Roebling

445. Donatella Versace

446. Andy Warhol

447. Rudolph Wendelin

Starting Bid $200

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433. Camille Corot

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435. Hubert de Givenchy

Starting Bid $200

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comic art and animation

Addams sketches Uncle Fester 448. Charles Addams. Su-

perb original ink sketch of Uncle Fester accomplished by Addams on an offwhite 7 x 10.25 sheet of New Yorker letterhead, boldly signed and inscribed, “To the Brownes, best wishes from the East, Chas Addams, New York 1961.” Addams incorporates an Arizona centennial sticker into the sketch, making it appear as though Uncle Fester is feeding cyanide to a cactus wren. In very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds, and toning to the edges. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Addams’s hand and incorporating his surname in the return address area. A typed collector’s card notes: “We had sent him this Arizona centennial sticker which he used in this sketch.” A wonderful, large portrayal of a classic ‘Addams Family’ member.

Starting Bid $200

450. Roy O. Disney. Younger

brother Walt Disney and co-founder of Walt Disney Productions (1893–1971).

DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, November 27, 1958. Agreement between Walt Disney Productions and J. Arthur Bank Overseas Film Distributors Ltd., in part: “This will confirm our agreement that the Distribution Agreement be, and it hereby is, further amended so as to include among the motion pictures licensed to you thereunder to distribute within the territory of Mexico the motion pictures entitled The Sign of Zorro and Cow Dog.” Signed at the conclusion in fountain pen by Roy O. Disney as president. In fine condition, with a PSA/DNA label affixed to the reverse (certificate of authenticity not present). Starting Bid $200

449. Al Capp.

Wonderful glossy 8 x 10 photo of Capp seated at his sketching table, boldly signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Ken n’ Joyce, Best Personal Regards— Al Capp.” A collector’s label on the reverse indicates that it was obtained in 1949. In very good to fine condition, with scattered light creasing, and rippling along the top edge.

Starting Bid $200

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451. Walt Disney. Wonderful vintage matte-finish 7.75 x 9.75 photo of Walt Disney in a casual half-length pose, signed prominently in fountain pen. In fine condition, with a few trivial small surface creases. An exceptional uninscribed portrait.

Starting Bid $300

Foundational Disneyland document signed by the board of WED Enterprises 452. Walt Disney. DS, three

pages, 8.5 x 11, October 5, 1954.

Document headed “Minutes of a Special Meeting of the Board of Directors of WED Enterprises, Inc.,” in part: “The Vice-President… presented to the meeting a letter dated May 1, 1954, addressed to Walt Disney Productions and executed for the corporation

by Walter E. Disney, President, whereby, among other things, the corporation granted to Walt Disney Productions an option to purchase the corporation’s stock in Disneyland, Inc. and stated that the execution of said letter should be ratified. Whereupon, on motion duly made, seconded and unanimously carried, it was resolved that the execution by the President…of the letter…be…ratified and confirmed and declared to be the act of the corporation.” The first section is signed by Vice President William H. D. Cottrell and Secretary Nathan Winecoff, and the second section, waiving notice of the special meeting, is signed by board members Walt Disney, Lloyd Wright, William H. D. Cottrell, Nathan Winecoff, and Richard F. Irvine. In fine condition.

Walt Disney formed Walt Disney, Inc. on December 16, 1952, in order to fund and oversee the development of Disneyland; in 1953, changed the firm’s name to WED Enterprises, using his initials rather than his full name to avoid confusion with his film production company. He provided the startup money for the park from his own personal fortune, funneled through WED Enterprises. Since it was a separate entity from the Walt Disney Company, the development of the park could be conducted in secret and without disclosure to shareholders. By this document, Walt Disney sells his interest in Disneyland, Inc. to WED Enterprises. This was among the financial machinations happening behind the scenes following ABC’s major investment in the park. A remarkable document that helped lay the foundation for Disneyland, which would open on July 17, 1955. Starting Bid $300

453. Disney: Roy Williams. Original

sketch of Donald Duck with his arms raised on an off-white 7.5 x 10 sheet, accomplished in artist pencil by Williams, who signs below, “Roy Williams, Walt Disney Studios, 2–19–52,” and adds an inscription in a speech bubble above, “Hello Steve.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

454. Chuck Jones.

Original production drawing by Chuck Jones of Bugs Bunny in a confused full-length stance. Accomplished in graphite and colored pencil on trimmed 7.75 x 10.5 animation paper, with lower border marked “CJ-53 M-17.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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Trusty, Toughy, and Bulldog from Lady and the Tramp 457. Lady and the Tramp. (Walt Disney

455. Walt Kelly. Two

items: a TLS signed “Walt Kelly,” one page, 7.75 x 10.5, Post-Hall Syndicate, November 9, 1951, in full: “It is most flattering to learn that a Pogo fan club has been formed by your group. An original strip is being forwarded to you under separate cover. With many thanks and all the best”; and the referenced original hank-inked four-panel Pogo comic strip from June 28, 1949, two separate sheets that measure to an overall size of 21.75 x 7.5, signed in the last panel by Kelly. The strip shows Porky Pine alerting Albert Alligator that a “desperate character is loose in the swamp!”

Albert goes to retrieve his police hat and rifle from his house, with the porcupine following close behind and explaining that the culprit is dangerous, “the ol’ stabber type.” When the cigarchomping gator inquires who the villain is, Porky Pine grabs his quills and admits: “He’s ol’ plain me! I keeps stabbin’ me when I sits down.” In overall fine condition, with a clean separation to the central vertical fold. Starting Bid $200

456.

Hank Ketcham. Origi-

nal production drawing for a Dennis the Menace comic strip, accomplished in graphite on a 7.75 x 10.5 sheet of tracing paper, signed in the upper border in blue felt tip by Ketcham.

The drawing shows Dennis being confronted by a larger child who very clearly wishes to engage in fisticuffs. The caption in the lower border reads: “’I’ll fight ya tomorrow…we’re havin’ corn-on-the-cob tonight, so I’m gonna need all my teeth.’” In fine condition, with light smudging. Starting Bid $200

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Studios, 1955) Desirable original production cels featuring Trusty, Toughy, and Bulldog from Lady and the Tramp, showing the three dogs together. The cels have been trimmed to image and placed on a beautiful custom-prepared watercolor background. Images measure 2.75 x 4.5 (Toughy), 5.25 x 6.5 (Trusty), and 4.25 x 3.75 (Bulldog), with a mat opening of 12.75 x 8.5. Impressively suede-matted with a plaque to an overall size of 24.75 x 21. In fine condition. A gorgeous, high-demand cel set-up from one of Disney’s most beloved films. Starting Bid $200

458. Charles Schulz. Uncom-

mon original full-length sketch of Snoopy dancing next to a musical note, 5 x 8, accomplished in blue ballpoint on the half-title page for the book More Peanuts and signed below, “Schulz.” In fine condition, with a block of toning, and missing upper left corner tip.

Starting Bid $200

459. Charles Schulz. Early vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Schulz in front of a Charlie Brown sketch by photographer Earl Seubert, signed in blue ballpoint, “Best wishes— Charles M. Schulz.” Typed collector’s notations on the reverse indicate that it was signed in 1959; reverse also bears an Earl Seubert credit stamp. In very good to fine condition, with scattered light creasing and crazing, primarily to the edges. Starting Bid $200

460. J. Stuart Blackton

461. Mel Blanc

462. Bugs Bunny

Starting Bid $200

464. Bob Camp

465. Disney: Mary Costa

466. Matt Groening

467. Matt Groening

469. The Lion King

470. Chris Renaud Starting Bid $200

471. Ricochet Rabbit and Droop-a-Long Coyote Starting Bid $200

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literature 476. Frances Hodgson Burnett. Unsigned book: The Secret Garden. First American edition. NY: Frederick A. Stokes Company. Hardcover, 5.25 x 7.5, 375 pages. Book condition: VG+/None, with trivial wear to spine ends. The Secret Garden was first serialized in The American Magazine in autumn 1910, before being published in book form by New York’s Stokes and London’s William Heinemann.

A classic of English children’s literature. Starting Bid $200

Letters to a fellow crime writer on taxes, royalties, and Alfred Hitchcock

477. Raymond Chandler. Three TLSs, each signed “Ray,” totaling seven pages on five sheets, dated 1956–1957, all to his English lawyer and fellow crime fiction writer Michael Gilbert.

The first, October 20, 1956, in part: “No American citizen in his right mind would give up his green passport, whatever his sentiments might be, since it is so much easier to get around with it than with any other…I picked up another book by one Michael Gilbert yesterday, called The Danger Within. There is another Gilbert, and until I knew you, there was confusion. This Anthony Gilbert writes like a woman and writes rather excitable stories about a lady named Eve Gill who lives a very threatened life.

She is a bit silly and her policeman friend is sillier. Hitchcock made a film called Stage Fright from one of these Eve Gill books, a picture rather marred by a poor performance from Richard Todd.”

The second, November 30, 1956, in part: “As to your reaction to the Tax Inspector, first, I haven’t seen the correspondence at all, as Helga Greene’s office did not forward it or a copy of it, so all I know at present is that they are sniffing around my heels…This last depends on what sort of tax I should have to pay on certain assumed incomes, such as $15,000, $20,000, $25,000, assuming such deductions as would normally be allowable to a person in my profession of a free-lance writer…Your phrase ‘long and blood-stained battle’ sounds bloody awful. After all, I don’t want terribly to be blacklisted. My income during the relevant period was not great. As to agents holding royalties, I did not become Helga’s client until after I left England May 11, 1956.” He fills the back of the page with a lengthy autograph postscript, also signed “Ray,” describing who Helga is and noting that he will send an autograph for a charity auction.

In the third, April 16, 1957, Chandler declares that he feels he should not have to pay tax on any income earned in England, in part: “So you see why I become confused. One opinion or two or three, and professional opinions at that, feel that I should not be taxed on money transferred to England and they do not say it must come from capital sources, and by the way, just what are capital sources?” The third page is irregularly trimmed and has struck-through annotations to the margins and reverse. In overall very good to fine condition, with punch holes to the left sides, and the bottom of the last page of the 1957 letter irregularly trimmed away just below the signature. Starting Bid $200

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478.

Lord Byron. Highly in-

fluential British poet, politician, soldier, and adventurer (1788– 1824) who takes a place as the most colorful literary figure of the Romantic era; his works include such classics as Childe Harold’s Pilgrimage and Don Juan. Scarce ink signature, “from the author, Byron,” on an off-white 3.25 x 1.25 sheet. Doublematted and framed with an engraving and a copy of Byron’s poem The Bride of Abydos to an overall size of 17.25 x 14.5.

In very good to fine condition, with toning to edges and a small crease to bottom of signature. Starting Bid $200

Agatha Christie’s recommended reading— “All the Sherlock Holmes stories were enthusiasms of mine”

480. Agatha Christie. TLS, three pages on two adjoining

479. Raymond Chandler. DS, one page, 7.5 x 10.25,

May 16, 1946. Agreement between Chandler and Paramount Pictures for him to render services “in connection with an assignment…tentatively entitled The Innocent Mrs. Duff.” Floridly signed at the conclusion by Chandler in fountain pen, and countersigned by two Paramount representatives. Beautifully double-matted and framed with a photo from the 1944 film Murder, My Sweet, to an overall size of 24.5 x 17.5. In very good to fine condition, with creasing to the upper right corner area. This was to be a screen adaptation of Elisabeth Sanxay Holding’s story of the same title, but Chandler struggled in his efforts. Despite his love for the original story—Chandler considered Holding the best mystery writer of them all—by the end of May he was already irritated by the project, writing in a letter to James Sandoe of the task, ‘I’m bored with it already…the business of adapting things for the screen is more work than it is worth.’ The screenplay was never finished.

Starting Bid $200

sheets, 5.5 x 7, Winterbrook House letterhead, February 19, 1966. Letter to Miss Evelyn B. Bryne, in part: “I would say that I much enjoyed the historical novels of Stanley Wayman—’Under the Red Robe,’ ‘The Abbess of Veaye,’ ‘The Castle Inn’ (this I read again with much pleasure only a year ago), etc. All the Sherlock Holmes stories were enthusiasms of mine. Maurice Hewletts’ ‘The Forest Lovers.’ Practically all of Dickens, though I did skip some of the more sentimental bits, but much relished Mrs. Nickleby, for example, especially the mad old gentleman who was courting her by throwing vegetable marrows over his garden wall! Charlotte M. Young’s ‘Unknown to History’ was very good. Charlotte Bronte’s ‘Jane Eyre’ I found wildly exciting. The early Hugh Walpole were his best—I enjoyed ‘Mr. Perrin and Mr. Trail’ and ‘Prelude to Adventure’ attracted me, when I was rather elder, by their intense originality. P. G. Wodehouse I enjoyed enormously…I had a brief passion for Maeterlink’s ‘Bluebird.’ Nobody forced me on to Shakespeare, which I consider very lucky, as I was able to approach him from seeing him first on a stage! This is the way that I think all teenagers should meet Shakespeare first, since that is the purpose for which they were meant…The short stories of H. G. Wells also made a great impression on me, especially ‘The Crystal Egg’ and the ‘Country of the Blind.’” In fine condition.

Accompanied by the original mailing envelope.

Byrne ran a program at New York City’s Elizabeth Barrett Browning Junior High School where she asked major literary and artistic figures for recollections of what books inspired them; some responses were published in the 1971 book Attacks of Taste. Starting Bid $200

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481. Samuel L. Clemens. Desirable ink signature, “Mark Twain,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.75 slip, affixed to the first free end

page of the first volume of the ‘Author’s National Edition’ of The Writings of Mark Twain, The Innocents Abroad, published by Harper & Brothers; the set is complete with 24 additional unsigned volumes. Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG/ None, with sunning to spine and boards. Starting Bid $200

1962 Crumb comic starring his insecure alter-ego, Little Billy Bean

482. Jean Cocteau. French writer and artist (1889–1963) whose spectrum of work included novels, poems, plays, illustrations, films, and set designs.

Original colored pencil abstract sketch of a typical face in profile accomplished

by Cocteau on a white 8.25 x 10.5 sheet of “Santo-Sospir” letterhead, signed and inscribed in fountain pen in French with a new year’s greeting, “Pour 1959, Tendre salut de l’ami, Sur le seuil de l’au neuf, Jean Cocteau.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds. Starting Bid $200

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483. Robert Crumb. Early and original complete comic strip, signed “R. Crumb,” on both sides of a 6.75 x 8.5 off-white lightly lined sheet, titled “A Sad Comic Strip,” dated St. Patrick’s Day 1962, starring Little Billie Bean. All twelve ‘panels’ feature Billy lying flat on his back, with thought balloons above each sketch. In fine condition, with scattered light toning and soiling. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. An early and most likely unpublished example from the influential cartoonist, whose original artwork is very scarce and of ever-increasing desirability. Starting Bid $200

Conrad edits an article on his literary influences

484. Joseph Conrad. Magnificent TLS from Joseph Conrad to his

friend and biographer, Elbridge L. Adams, accompanied by a typescript draft of the latter’s article, “Joseph Conrad—The Man,” which Conrad has extensively edited in pencil. The TLS, one page, both sides, 7 x 9, January 22, 1923, Oswalds, Bishopsbourne, Kent letterhead, reads, in part: “Your registered article arrived this morning…I have just read it carefully once and am writing this to (first of all) give you my warm thanks for the pervading sympathy of this sketch of our personal relations. The man who would not be satisfied with it would have to be a very cantankerous, conceited, crooked-minded and objectionable brute…

I have not yet touched the text so I can not allude here precisely to certain corrections which I am going to make. Some of them will bear mainly on the minor details of matters of fact; just a few words changed. One will deal with a whole paragraph.

It is very short and relates to the remarks I made to you about Wells, Belloc and Chesterton. I think it could very well come out, as it is a very general statement, dealing mainly with Wells from a critical point of view, and certainly not expressing all my views of Wells, which, in many respects is quite appreciative. There is also the passage dealing more or less with my material position, which I should like to tone …It is, no doubt, a weakness of mine to cling to my prejudices in favour of privacy…I am hard at work at a novel and am feeling fairly well, but the uncertainty of which I have spoken prevents me indulging in hopes.”

Conrad continues the letter in his own hand: “I have just finished to annotate and modify—as you have permitted me to do.

You may think I have been too meticulous in the alterations suggested. My view is that this first personal sketch by a friend of mine will become an authority. People will refer to it in the future. This accounts for my care to get the shades of my meaning established in your recollections which are wonderfully accurate in the main. As to alterations on pp 20 & 21 I tried to tone down all references to my age. Must give no opportunity to seize on what may have been a pessimistic moment in our talk. The world is very stupid and one must be careful. I must finish here to catch the mail—with and united love to you both and the chicks.”

In a postscript, penned in the upper border, Conrad has added: “Thanks for the press cuttings. The incident on board that ship was an extraordinary one. I have had a 50 foot spar on deck getting adrift in a gale and it was terrifying enough to tackle it in the dark.” Conrad adds the salutation in his own hand and makes several ink emendations to the text.

The accompanying 10-page typescript, 8.5 x 11, a draft of an article Adams was writing for the American magazine The Outlook, features numerous pencil corrections and additions by Conrad, who clarifies his time spent at sea as a youth, reflects on American reluctance to enter the World War, and strikes through a passage regarding literary great James Fenimore Cooper, replacing the line “pioneer writer of sea tales” with “master of the English language.” Shortly thereafter, Conrad adds lines to sections dedicated to Henry James—“I loved him [He was for years most charmingly kind to me and my wife.] He was a specialist in the art of [creative literature],” and Ivan Turgenev, of whom he “had a sincere admiration for the exquisite art.” The typescript also mentions Conrad’s approbation towards writer Stephen Crane and diplomat Walter Hines Page. Each page is affixed to a slightly larger sheet. In overall very good to fine condition, with creasing to the article pages (and a short edge tear to the first page), and a strip of old mounting residue along the edge of the letter passing over the last name of Conrad’s signature. Starting Bid $300 www.RRAuction.com | 117

Fenimore Cooper on writing and world affairs 485. James Fenimore Cooper. ALS signed

“J. Fenimore Cooper,” one page both sides, 8 x 10, March 24, 1844. Written from Cooperstown, New York, a letter to Commodore Shubrick in Washington, in full: “Miles Wallingford, First Part, is done, but it will require four volumes to complete his adventures. The two first, however, will be published immediately, being nearly half printed already.

What an affair for poor Stockton! I feel very much for him, for he deserves a great deal for his enterprise, though I have my misgivings, and have had from the first about those guns…At the siege of Antwerp the French obtained from a Liége a mortar of unusual size, expressly to command a certain range. The shell was two or three times heavier than the largest then used.

The mortar was subjected to the severest proofs and stood them all well, after which it was sent to the army For a few days, it did well enough, crashing every thing on which its bombs fell, and it contributed essentially to shorten the siege…

I am surprised my review of the Somer’s affair is not out. I finished with it, two months since, and expected its appearance in ten days. It is possible Mr. Spencer has some control over the publication, in which case it may have been delayed or entirely suppressed through his interference…Now, which I admit there is a doubt thrown over it, I have taken the ground that there was a plot. Young Spencer’s friends maintain the whole affair was a mystification. To my surprise, one of McKenzie’s counsel expressed doubts about there having been any seriously contemplated mutiny!…The testimony is really frightful! It shows what can be set afloat as facts in this country and be believed…

You must be Oregoned and Texasized to death. The latter country ought to belong to us, but never without an amicable arrangement with Mexico. To receive it on any other terms, or until making a fair offer to Mexico, would be an act of infamous black-leg is no, and lending the sanctum of this nation to one of the most atrocious deeds of political juggling and aggression the world has ever seen. Bonaparte’s attempts on Spain itself, would be no worse. As to Oregon, I know nothing of our claim.

Nevertheless I think it easy to foresee the result. England will make a merit of our ceding Texas to us, and get what she wants of Oregon as her pay. The last treaty was a miserable sacrifice of our rights and advantages.” In very good to fine condition, with several small holes affecting a few words of text, and seal-related paper loss to the integral address leaf.

The book Cooper mentions in the opening paragraph, Miles Wallingford, published in 1844, was the sequel to Afloat and Ashore, and relates to his imagined experiences of how life might have been had he followed a life at sea. Cooper‘s writings on the Somers affair were also published in 1844 under the title, ‘The Cruise of the Somers,’ a consideration of the recent case against Captain Alexander Slidell Mackenzie who had ordered the hanging of three crew members on the presumption of mutiny. In the pamphlet, Cooper placed under scrutiny a notorious incident at sea that had recently occurred. Three members of the crew were convicted by the ship’s captain of planning to seize the ship, and were hanged at sea. The case created a sensation in part because one of those hanged, Philip Spencer, was the son of the secretary of war. Examining all the evidence carefully Cooper concluded that Captain MacKenzie had acted improperly but he exempted from blame the ship’s second-in command, Lieutenant Guert Gansevoort. Starting Bid $200

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“I am glad you like Copperfield”

486. Charles Dickens. Crisply penned ALS, one page, 4.5 x 7, Gad’s Hill Place letterhead, July 18, 1862. Letter to Annabella

Monckton Milnes, the wife of English poet Richard Monckton Milnes, 1st Baron Houghton, in full: “I think the photograph of your charming labour of love from the Cricket comes out exceedingly well: though it does not render full justice to the delicacy and beauty of your design. It is highly interesting to me to have it, and I thank you for it heartily. Pray convey my kind regard to Milnes. I am exceedingly sorry to hear of his being ill. I am glad you like Copperfield. It is far more interesting to me than any of the other Readings, and I am half ashamed to confess—even to you—what a tenderness I have for it.”

The letter is tipped into the flyleaf of a copy of The Cricket on the Hearth, twenty-first edition, published in London by Bradbury and Evans in 1846, hardcover with original red cloth, with the flyleaf bearing the ownership inscription of the letter’s recipient, “A. H. Houghton.” Autographic condition: fine, with intersecting folds. Book condition: VG/None, with light sunning and soiling to spine. This letter is referred to on p. 107 in The Letters of Charles Dickens: Volume 10, 1862–64, with the editors of the book suggesting that Annabella Monckton Milnes had delivered Dickens a photograph of a painting of a scene from Dot, a dramatic adaptation of The Cricket on the Hearth that was performed in London in April 1862. Starting Bid $1000

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487. Charles Dickens.

ALS, one page, 4.25 x 7, Tavistock House, January 16, 1854. Brief letter to Sir James Emerson Tennent, in full: “You may rely on me most implicitly.” In fine condition, with a few spots of scattered light toning.

Tennent was a friend of both Charles Dickens and Dickens’s biographer John Forster, and was the dedicatee of Dickens’s last completed novel, Our Mutual Friend.

Starting Bid $200

488. Charles Dickens. Off-white 5.25 x 3.25 envelope panel addressed to his publisher and signed in dark blue ink, “Charles Whiting Esquire, Beaufort House, Charles Dickens.” In very good to fine condition, with some creasing and light staining. Starting Bid $200

“A man is happier when once he sees clearly that Death has no terrors” 489. Arthur Conan Doyle. ALS signed “A. Conan Doyle,” one page both sides, 5 x 3.5, personal letterhead, no date. Letter to a gentleman concerning his spiritualist beliefs, in part: “I was—as you may think—very pleased to get your note and to learn that this great truth has impressed itself upon you. I am sure that a man is happier when once he sees clearly that Death has no terrors and is really a door into a life which is perfectly natural as well as happy—a life where one works & plays & loves and feels even as we do now. It is the first reasonable theology that the world has ever had, for if we are to change in all our desires and tastes then it is mere quibbling to pretend that we are the same person. It is just these tastes which make up an individuality. Your assertion will convince many and undo some of the harm to truth which Houdini has done—tho’ I am glad to have your assurance that this is not serious. I have established a propaganda centre & can always supply books.” In very good to fine condition, with a vertical crease which passes through the signature.

For many of his later years, Doyle intensely pursued his interest in paranormal phenomena, and by the end of World War I he identified himself as a spiritualist, believing in a spirit world and the ability to communicate with those beyond the grave. He established the specialized Psychic Bookshop in 1925, devoted entirely to the sale of spiritualistic and psychic books; he later formed a small museum in the basement, showcasing various objects relevant to ghosts and the spirit world. Harry Houdini, mentioned here, was a famously outspoken opponent of the spiritualists. An intriguing letter associated with Doyle’s paranormal pursuits. Starting Bid $200 120 |

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Eliot requests “the Spanish Gypsy” 490. George Eliot. Pseudonym of Marian Evans Lewes (1819–1880) who, as the author of Silas Marner and Middlemarch, is remembered as one of the great figures of English literature. Extremely scarce ALS signed “M. E. Lewes,” one page, 4 x 6.25, The Priory letterhead, May 17, 1873. Letter to Joseph Langford, the London manager of her longtime publisher Blackwood of Edinburgh. In full: “Will you kindly send me a copy of the Spanish Gypsy?” In fine condition, with some light soiling. Accompanied by a postcard portrait of Eliot. Eliot wrote The Spanish Gypsy, a lengthy dramatic poem, in 1868.

A highly desirable letter requesting one of her lesser-known works. Starting Bid $200

“The good reader will prize the work from which every unessential atom has been pared away” 491. Ralph Waldo Emerson. Two autograph letters by Emerson, one

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unsigned and one signed “R. W. Emerson,” totaling eight pages on four sheets, 4.5 x 7, dated 1862. The first, an unsigned letter of August 6, 1862, in part: “The invitation of the Ontario Literary Society is very welcome to me. I have the most agreeable recollections of my visits to Toronto. Indeed, have a certain misgiving as of duties left undone there, and a strong wish to meet again some members of your association, to whom I believe I ought to have written a letter. It would therefore please me better to read two lectures on two consecutive nights, or, if that is too near, two lectures in three nights.” He goes on to suggest potential dates and his appearance fees (“fifty dollars for each”).

The second, of September 28, 1862, to C. N. Borce in New York, in part: “Thanks for the beautiful books you have sent me, and with such kind inscription. I have been making good acquaintance with them, and shall make better. Who can help reading a book so elegant without and within? I admire the good taste and temper which pervade it, and have found not only entertaining, but far better, acute and just observations. It is dangerous—this form of detached sentences—as requiring a perfection in each sentence.

But if it meets the conditions, the reward is great, for the good reader will prize the work from which every unessential atom has been pared away…I like the political allusions, and especially the paragraph in the note on ‘war,’ and perhaps I may yet be moved to send you some commentaries.”. In very good to fine condition, with almost complete separation (and small repairs) to the folds of the September letter. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope for the letter to Borce. Starting Bid $200

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492. William Faulkner. Signed book: A Green Bough. Limited edition, numbered 203/360. NY: Harrison Smith and Robert Haas, 1933. Hardcover, 6.5 x 8.75, 67 pages. Signed on the colophon in black ink by Faulkner. Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG/None. Starting Bid $200

Fitzgerald to a journalist, after publishing The Beautiful and Damned: “I liked your interview immensely. Thank you for the publicity which it gave me” 493. F. Scott Fitzgerald.

Uncommon ALS, one page, 7.5 x 9.5, no date but circa 1922.

Letter to “Miss Marshall,” the journalist Marguerite Mooers Marshall, who published an interview with Fitzgerald in the New York Evening World on April 1, 1922.

Written from his home at “626 Goodrich Ave, St. Paul, Minn,” in full: “I liked your interview immensely.

Thank you for the publicity which it gave me—but mostly for the interest which inspired you to write it.”

Nicely matted with an image of the dust jacket for The Beautiful and Damned, which was newly published at the time of Fitzgerald’s interview, to an overall size of 19 x 15. In fine condition.

In Fitzgerald’s interview with Marshall, he discusses the Jazz Age culture that served to inspire much of his body of work, observing: ‘New York is going crazy! When I was here a year ago I thought we’d seen the end of night life. But now it’s going on as it never was before Prohibition. I’m confident that you can find anything here that you find in Paris. Everybody is drinking harder—that’s sure. Possessing liquor is a proof of respectability, of social position…Prohibition, it seems to me, is having simply a ruinous effect on young men.’ The interview also quoted a passage from The Beautiful and Damned, for which Scribners had mounted a publicity campaign; Fitzgerald’s second novel sold well enough to put 50,000 copies into print. A fabulous autograph letter from the great American writer. Starting Bid $500

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Fleming writes to the son of on-again, off-again friend, Lord Beaverbrook: “You have damnably hard work ahead of you” 494. Ian Fleming. ALS, one page both

sides, 5.5 x 7, personal letterhead, no date but circa June 1964. Letter to Max, the son of British-Canadian politician and business tycoon Lord Beaverbrook, who died on June 9, 1964. In part: “We shall all miss him for our different reasons. I hope you & I will remain good friends as, I expect, he would have wished. If you need my help, private or public, at any time—call upon me. You have damnably hard work ahead of you. You have what it takes & more beside—so all I wish you is a fair wind for the enterprise.” In fine condition.

Fleming’s relationship with Lord Beaverbrook began in 1957, when the Daily Express, owned by Beaverbrook, approached Fleming about comic strip adaptations of the popular James Bond novels. Though Fleming was originally reluctant—he worried that ‘unless the standard of these books is maintained they will lose their point’—he finally assented, and the first Bond strip, Casino Royale, was published in the following year. Friction between Fleming and Beaverbrook developed in 1962, when the latter discovered that Fleming had sold the rights to the novel The Living Daylights to one of Beaverbrook’s biggest competitors, the Sunday Times. This seeming lack of loyalty incensed Beaverbrook so thoroughly that he broke off his business relationship with Fleming, even terminating the strip Thunderball while it was still in mid-story. The two ultimately mended their relationship, and the series resumed in 1964, the year of Beaverbrook’s death, with On Her Majesty’s Secret Service. Handwritten letters from Fleming, let alone fully signed examples with a personal association of such significance, take a place among the prized scarcities of modern fiction. Starting Bid $200

495. Ian Fleming. TLS signed “Yours ever, Ian,” one page, 8 x 10, personal letterhead, September 11, 1962. Letter to Albert D. Cohen, in full: “Thank you very much indeed for keeping in touch and I am much impressed by your brochure, except that from photographs their [sic] seem to be a whole lot of goods on the shelves but nobody actually buying them! Perhaps you have managed to tempt some customers in by now!

I have absolutely no news for you as my life has been totally uneventful, but I hope you were amused by the profile of me in Life of August 8th. I hope you and the family are happy and flourishing and I send you all my affectionate wishes. Come over soon” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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Frost prepares a Harverford lecture: “I have been having ideas about form lately” 496. Robert Frost. ALS, two pages, 6 x 8, October 22, 1937. Letter to Mary Hotson, wife of noted Elizabethan scholar J. Leslie Hotson, concerning a poetry reading at Haverford College. In part: “These have been hard times for us. I have been on the point of begging off. But it now seems better that I should keep my engagements. Of course the pleasure of visiting you will be lessened by my having to some alone. I shall take the train leaving Springfield at 10.15 Monday morning and come out to Haverford on the first train…I trust the subject I sent you for the talking part of my performance (so to call it) didn’t sound too political. Please let me change it under fire if you see reasons. I have been having ideas about form lately that might come in well before the reading of regular verse.” In fine condition.

Accompanied by a poem booklet issued as his 1937 Christmas card, “To A Young Wretch,” limited to 275, as well as three newspaper clippings about his Haverford lecture. The “hard times” facing Frost’s family were his wife Elinor’s battle with cancer; despite her own struggles, she insisted that her husband keep his reading engagements. Elinor Frost would pass away the next year. Starting Bid $1000

Incredible Ginsberg letter on the Beat movement, poetic form, sex, drugs, and Zen 497. Allen Ginsberg. Lengthy and remarkable TLS signed “AG,” six

pages on five sheets, 8.5 x 11, December 12, 1959. Letter to Donald Cook, research psychologist at the National Institute of Mental Health.

Ginsberg discusses his work, censorship, drugs, sex legislation, writing, mass media, education, Zen, publishing, and more. In small part: “I’m trying to finish a book of poems or get mss. ready for City Lights…other than that am overloaded with mail (I answer, unwisely, everything) and people (everybody I ever knew)—’outnumbered’ as Kerouac says he is… re Obscenity the whole thing boils down to practice of making private hip material public, i.e. putting into literature material which otherwise would be reserved among friends…re censorship these might be born in mind: Howl—customs seizure & later police seizure, trial etc.…Naked Lunch—by W.S.Burroughs—Olympia press, unavailable in US (Grove will print it later precipitating another legal hassle I suppose)—I have no time to tell you the details of all the petty supressions, times I have been cut off the air for suggesting change in marijuana laws, times publishers have censored this or that phrase or sentence out of work published by me or Kerouac or Burroughs, constant warnings…The primary artistic-technical key thing you must remember is at the root of all the literary activity & new free speech—this is: that there has been a basic shift in prosody, i.e. in the measure of the line of poetry. That is, the basically English oldworld accentual count of the line has been replaced (following the tradition of experiment of Pound & especially W.C. Williams) by a new open-field free spontaneous method of composition…Williams stands in relation to American Poetry as F.L. Wright stands in relation to Architecture as Cezanne stands in relation to later cubist developements & abstraction in European & American painting.” He goes on to discuss mass media, taking LSD, and Zen, adding a handwritten postscript, “Any specific questions, write me; send me the report and I’ll read it & criticize. Mailer’s address is in NY—73 Perry St NYC. I know him—but I warn you, he is not like Henry James of whom T.S. Eliot said ‘He has a mind so refined that no idea can violate it.’ i.e. his mind is molded by a notion of a ‘God with boxing gloves’ as Orlovsky commented.” In very good to fine condition, with light creasing and staining, and small areas of paper loss along the edges. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, with a handwritten note on the reverse: “P.S. Kerouac & I have made small statements which will be broadcast on Monitor program on Tuesday.” Starting Bid $200

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Scarce letter by the editor of Grimm’s Fairy Tales 498. Jacob Grimm. German philologist, jurist, and mythologist (1785–1863) best

remembered as the elder of the Brothers Grimm and the editor of Grimm’s Fairy Tales.

ALS in German, signed “Grimm,” one page, 7 x 9.75, January 25, 1823. Letter written while librarian at Kassel to Rath Ulrich in Gottingen, in part (translated): “I thank you for the payment made and do not miss to send the requested receipt.” Addressed on the integral leaf in Grimm’s hand. In fine condition, with seal-related paper loss to the integral address leaf. Starting Bid $300

“Papa” attends a Spanish bullfight: “It is rough to make that your comeback fight after such a bad wound” 499. Ernest Hemingway. ALS signed “Love, Papa,” one

page, 8 x 10.5, June 27, 1959. Letter to his close friend A. E. Hotchner, an integral member of Hemingway’s entourage during the ‘Dangerous Summer’ of 1959. In part: “We’d figured out all combinations of meeting and still making Zaragoza. But then got your wire departure delayed…Fight at Alicante is 6 pm June 28th. We will meet at Carleton Hotel—(Biggest there) will leave tickets. To get to Alicante you can fly to Valencia and take Taxi from there. But Bill [wealthy expatriate Nathan ‘Bill’ Davis] says best take Taxi from here via Albacete. ALBACETE. Six hours.

Hotel concierge can get good taxi. Costs 3p. kilometer—800 (aller-retotu) 2400 pesetas.

Leave stuff you don’t want for trip here. We will be back here July 2nd after Burgos. Guess that’s about all. Terribly sorry you missed todays fight. Am sweating it out. Antonio in fine physical and mental shape. But this is first fight with Luis Miguel since L.M. retired and it is rough to make that your comeback fight after such a bad wound. Am also sweating but not heavy the Swede…bet a grand on him at 4/1 and think he should make it…

See you soon Hotch. Wish we were meeting you and driving up together.” He adds a postscript in the right margin: “We have Salmon pink English Ford with Gibralter license plates, E. H.” Matted and framed with the original envelope (addressed in Hemingway’s hand) and a portrait to an overall size of 24 x 16. In fine condition, with light overall fading.

Contracted by Life to write an article on bullfighting, Hemingway embarked on a three-month bacchanal of bullfights and late nights during the ‘Dangerous Summer’ of 1959. He spent much of the summer with Antonio Ordonez, a leading bullfighter whose father he had immortalized under the name Pedro Romero in The Sun Also Rises. Ordonez had arranged to perform a series of mano a mano corridas against his brother-in-law Luis Miguel Dominguin but was seriously gored in late May. His wounds put him out of action for a month, during which Hemingway, convinced that his presence was essential to the matador’s recovery, stayed by Ordonez’s side. He returned to the circuit in late June, and it is in regard to Ordonez’s June 28th fight at Alicante that Hemingway wrote this letter. Starting Bid $300

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“Hemingway’s First Picture Story,” signed six times by the great author with observations on his African safari 500. Ernest Hemingway. Extraordinary booklet

entitled “Hemingway’s First Picture Story,” reprinted from Look Magazine, January 26, 1954, 16 pages, 10.5 x 13.25, signed and inscribed on the front cover in fountain pen, “For Mr. and Mrs. Ken Browne, with all best wishes always, Ernest Hemingway.” The booklet has additionally been signed throughout by Hemingway and his wife Mary: on a rare full-page color image of Ernest posing with a slain cheetah, he signs, “Best luck, E. Hemingway”; on a page with an image of Kilimanjaro, he signs, “OK, EH,” and on the adjacent page he signs again, “Good luck from [Mary, signed by his wife] and Papa,” with an additional note by Mary, “Breakfast was sandwiches of Grant gazelle, 3 Thermoses of coffee, and ‘biscuits’—M”; on a page showing Masai warriors, Mary writes, “Some of them are really beautiful—they were interested in my scarf with yellow birds on it—but said firmly ‘Not for us!,’ M, Temp. 106 in sun”; on a rare color full-page portrait of Ernest with a Masai warrior, he signs, “very strong, fast and rich boy, too rich to fight, EH”; on a page entitled ‘Death of a Rhino,’ Ernest writes, “No comment, EH”; and on a page showing Mary with a newborn Grant Gazelle, she writes, “He had a charming and well-defined character—and I miss him—M—Mary Hemingway.” In very good condition, with collector’s annotations to front cover, overall creasing, light staining to the front cover, and some surface loss to Hemingway’s cover image. Starting Bid $300

Hemingway attends an Alicante bullfight during the ‘dangerous summer’ of 1959 501. Ernest Hemingway. Fantastic color 5.5 x

3 ticket stub for a bullfight at the Plaza de Toros in Alicante, Spain, on June 28, 1959, signed neatly on the reverse in black ink, “Best luck, Ernest Hemingway. The ticket is issued as Section 1, Row 3, No. 17. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/ DNA authentication holder. In very good to fine condition, with light creasing. Accompanied by an original program for Alicante’s 1959 Fiestas de San Juan, a photo of Hemingway signing an autograph during his trip to Spain in 1959, and a photo of a matador evading a bull during the festival.

In mid-1959, Hemingway visited Spain to research a series of bullfighting articles commissioned by Life magazine. When the size of the manuscript grew too large, Hemingway asked friend and biographer A. E. Hotchner to travel to Cuba to help him trim the Life piece down to 40,000 words. Scribner’s later agreed to a full-length book version, which ultimately became the posthumously published 1985 novel The Dangerous Summer. Often cited as Hemingway’s last book, the novel deals with the rivalry between bullfighters Luis Miguel Dominguín and his brother-in-law, Antonio Ordóñez, during the ‘dangerous summer’ of 1959. Starting Bid $200

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“Michael Angelo, Leonardo da Vinci and Raffael Sanzio all rolled into one”

502. Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. ALS signed “O. W. Holmes,” one page, 4.5 x 7, November 22. Letter to “Mr. Osgood,” in part: “My nephew, a son of Hon. C. W. Upham of Salem, may call on you some day to ask questions about heliotypes. Will you have the kindness to listen & to answer any questions he may put as if he were Michael Angelo, Leonardo da Vinci and Raffael Sanzio all rolled into one, for the space of five or even seven minutes.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 10 x 12.5. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

Letter archive from the great Henry James, with content relating to the fates of the Titanic and Lusitania 503. Henry James. Significant collection of seven ALSs and one TLS from Henry James, signed “H. J.,” “H. James,” or “Henry James,” 27 total pages, dated between 1895 and 1915, addressed to friends and family members with content documenting important events in history. Highlights include: One letter, April 16, 1912, written to his brother’s wife Alice, mentions the death of painter and sculptor Frank Millet in the Titanic disaster, in part: “This black horror of the Titanic almost crushes one with the tragedy of it. It haunts & dismays, sickens & overwhelms. I knew but one of the victims, dear Frank Millet, yet it is too horrible.”

On August 20, 1915, James writes to George Russell, upon his becoming a naturalized British subject, in part: “I ought before this—much before—to have thanked you for your greeting, but I have had such a high tide of warm friendliness to breast—great is the luxury of being kept so afloat, or made so to feel that one will be fished up again if one sinks! It was extraordinary that there was still so much of me left outstanding to be absorbed, but I feel absolutely engulfed and assimilated now.”

A TLS written by James on May 29, 1915, addressed to Alice and commenting on America’s position after the Lusitania horror, in part: “My impression is that I lost nothing in the way of correspondence by the Lusitania horror…Of course we are at my present writing as much in the dark here about Germany’s possible black designs upon the U.S. as you were twelve days ago, and even this new assault, the apparent torpedoing of the Nebraskan, of such recent occurrence, does as yet little to illuminate. If it shall truly appear, on complete investigation, that it is really the atrocious torpedo act that it seems, it will be conclusive to my poor mind that those blackguards do wish to drag us into the War by planned outrage, in order to impair the tremendous financial solvency that we enjoy and the sight of which, in her own virtually bankrupt state, fills her with rage and hate, as representing a command of the situation on our part at the conclusion of things (if they ever do conclude) and that she has therefore conceived the design of diminishing so far as possible…It is all very dark and mixed and portentous—but part of it will be ancient history by the time you get this.” In overall fine condition. Accompanied by seven original mailing envelopes, six of which are addressed in James’s own hand.Starting Bid $300

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Huxley on parapsychology, a topic “which has engaged some of the ablest thinkers of our time” 504. Aldous Huxley. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, September 23, 1952. Letter to “Mr. Gold,” an editor at Life Magazine. In full: “I enclose herewith the article on Rhine and parapsychology at large. The nature of his book has made it necessary for me to discuss above all the implications of Psi, and I have thought it best to cover a great many fields briefly, raising questions and dropping speculative hints in each.

I have deliberately quoted from a number of sources other than Rhine, as I think it is important to make the general public realize that this is not a topic confined exclusively to Duke University, but one which has engaged some of the ablest thinkers of our time.”

Huxley makes a few handwritten corrections. In fine condition. Gold had asked Huxley to write an article on recent developments in parapsychology, using J. B. Rhine’s book New World of the Mind as its basis. The article Huxley wrote for Life, ‘A Case for ESP, PK and Psi,’ appeared in the magazine’s January 11, 1954 issue. Starting Bid $200

“I can pay for my sins”— Kerouac’s Big Sur published in the UK 505. Jack Kerouac.

ALS, one page, 5 x 8, December 3, 1962. Letter to “Louis,” in full: “Voila, contracts signed— Glad to hear too of Deutsch London reprint contact which means I can pay for my sins…

Tell Sterling I see him Dec. 29 or 28, & You too, J.” In fine condition, with a light crease, and trivial chip, to the upper right corner. Kerouac’s Big Sur was first published in the UK

by Deutsch in 1963. Starting Bid $300

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506.

Jack Kerouac. Personal

check, 5.75 x 2.5, filled out and signed

by Kerouac, “Jack Kerouac,” payable to Schlossman’s, Inc. for $100, August 6, 1958. Nicely doublematted and framed with a portrait to an overall size of 12 x 16.5. In fine condition.

A desirable example from the year he published The Dharma Bums, a sequel to his classic On the Road.

Starting Bid $200

Key writes in support of ‘colonization’ 507. Francis Scott Key. ALS signed “F. S. Key,” one page both sides, 7.75 x 9.75, September 9, 1823. Letter to “Rev’d & dear Sir” on the subject of colonization, the migration of free African-Americans to the continent of Africa. In full: “We have just rec’d very encouraging letters from Ayres & Ashman, by the Liberian packet Fidelity which has just arrived, after a very quick passage. She left them all doing well late in July—which is a month later than the departure of the Oswego. Ayres implores us to send out a missionary & it is now high time to make our arrangements. If Mr. Nash cannot go, can we get any other?

Somebody we must send in the Vessel which we expect to despatch in Nov’r. We have (as I told you a clergyman from N. England offering) but I confess I shall regret it if Mr. Nash does not go. Do write to him & let me know his determination soon.

Where is Hall (formerly of Wilmington) will he do if Nash does not go? I have directed a…paper to be sent to you containing some numbers I am writing on Colonz. Can you get them republished in your city? Would Mr. Walsh publish them? Perhaps he would, if the Bishop would ask him—He might be told that I was writing them & that nothing should appear in them at all offensive to him or the opinions which I am sorry he seems inclined to hold at present on that subject. His aid, or his neutrality even, would be important to us. His only objection is to the practicability of Scheme, & of this he may, as he sees more, be convinced. I am acquainted with him & have thought of writing to him: but the Bishop’s speaking to him & telling him this (if he would be so obliging as to do it) would answer better.” In very good condition, with tears and fold separations, chipping to the edges, and a small rectangular area of paper loss which affects none of the text. Key was a founding member and active leader of the American Colonization Society, which helped to establish Liberia as a home for former slaves. Starting Bid $200

“The South is another world,” writes Lee, “and Monroeville contained snugly in that strange locale” 509. Harper Lee.

508. Johann Kaspar Lavater.

Swiss poet, writer, philosopher, physiognomist, and theologian (1741–1801). Untranslated ALS in German, signed “J. K. Lavater,” one page, 5 x 7.5, no date. In fine condition, with light show-through from a red wax seal on the reverse.

A scarce, boldly penned example.

Starting Bid $200

ALS signed “Harper,” one page both sides, 5.25 x 7.5, personal monogrammed letterhead, April 1, 2009.

Letter to her friend Felice Itzkoff, in full: “You know I am crazy, so I don’t think I’ve thanked you for the colossal mailing with the Lincoln series stamps. You will go bankrupt if you continue to send things first class, so don’t! You are so something else, that nearly 1/2 our village citizens look forward to hearing from my Yankee Clipper! Honestly, (and I don’t have to tell you—you’ve been there!) the South is another world, and Monroeville contained snugly in that strange locale—nothing, naturally, has happened, so I’ll stop!”

Lee adds “(my day)” below the date. In very fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Lee’s own hand. Starting Bid $200

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510. Harper Lee. Signed

book: To Kill a Mockingbird.

35th Anniversary Edition, first printing (with “1” in the number line). NY: HarperCollins, 1995.

Hardcover with “40th Anniversary Edition” dust jacket, 5.75 x 8.25, 323 pages.

Signed on the half-title page in blue ink, “Best wishes, Harper Lee.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

5 1 3 . W. S o m e r s e t Maugham. Uncommon

glossy 4.5 x 6.25 photo of the elderly British scribe in a formal half-length seated pose, signed and inscribed in the lower border in bold blue ink, “For Montagne Ashford, W. Somerset Maugham.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 8.75 x 10.5. In fine condition.

Starting Bid $200

514. John Muir.

511. Vachel Lindsay. Signed book:

The Chinese Nightingale and Other Poems. Later printing.

NY: The Macmillan Company, 1920.

Hardcover, 5.25 x 7.75, 127 pages.

Signed and inscribed on the first free end page in fountain pen, “My good wishes to Mrs. William S. Morse, Nicholas Vachel Lindsay, May 10, 1921, Rochester, N.Y.” In fine condition, with light soiling and edge wear to the covers. Starting Bid $200

Signed book: The Mountains of California. Later printing. NY: The Century Co., 1904. Hardcover, 5.5 x 7.75, 381 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page in ink, “Mr. H. H. Smith, with best wishes & many pleasant memories, John Muir, August 1906.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG/None, with wear to the front hinge and sunning to spine. A fabulous inscribed volume from the pioneering environmentalist. Starting Bid $200

London’s proof pages and annotated illustrations for The Cruise of the Snark

512. Jack London. Desirable collection comprising

three pages of London’s galley proof for The Cruise of the Snark, three black-and-white cardstock photo illustrations for the work annotated by London, and a signed check from the author. The printed manuscript galley proof pages, 9 x 11.75, stamped “1st Rev.,” correspond to pages 278–284 in the first edition of The Cruise of the Snark, and describe in graphic detail some of the horrendous illnesses one could contract in the Solomon Islands. The three illustrations are annotated in blue ink: “The Island of Auki, built up from the sea by salt-water men,” “The market—composed wholly of women,” and “An island in process of manufacture.” The check, filled out and signed by London, “Jack London,” is payable to F. J. Edwards Co. for $1.30, June 29, 1905. In very good condition, with creasing, soiling, edge tears, and several punch holes to the right side. Chronicling London’s 1907 voyage through the South Pacific, The Cruise of the Snark proved to be a popular account that provided insight into a little-known part of the world. Starting Bid $200

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Love letters from the feminist Pulitzer Prize winner 515. Edna St. Vincent Millay. Archive of four unsigned

autograph love letters from Edna St. Vincent Millay to fellow Pulitzer Prize–winning poet George Dillon, totaling seventeen pages on eleven sheets, dated 1928–1929.

The first, December 17, 1928, in part: “So will you kill the dragon for me, will you, my St George? Oh, I am sure you will! For have you not this moment slain with that blade whose name is Mightier Than-TheSword that most noble & imposing monster, two-headed scaly DOUBT, that has been steaming at me for so many hours now with his great mephitic breath? Oh, lord, what fun it is to be happy again, & to be writing romantic ardent nonsense to the only infant dragon-killer since Hercules wore didies! And oh how proud I shall be in a month or so, stepping the streets of Paris, the only woman in the whole fashionable town with shoes & hat or hand-bag of genuine dragon-skin! You must not say the poem you sent is not lovely—For it is. It is I who tells you. And I know a great deal about such matters. The last line of it nearly took my breath away forever—so beautiful,—and about me.” In the second, she encourages him: “My lovely thing, my darling, darling—don’t be apprehensive that I am trying in desperation to change your passionate love for me into something less—into simple friendship I mean,—which is less…I want to laugh with you, dress up in curtains, be incredibly silly, be incredibly happy, be like children, and I want to kiss you more than anything in the world.” Her third letter paints a romantic scene of Paris life, and her last letter expresses a sense of defeat with regard to their lapses in communication. In overall very good to fine condition, with the pencil letter showing trimmed edges, creasing, and fold splits. Starting Bid $300

“We half think of having a party on the stage—a jug of claret cup and some mutton sandwiches”

516. A. A. Milne. ALS signed “A. A. M.,” one page, 5.5 x 7.5, personal letterhead, January 23, 1937. Letter to his friend Vincent Seligman, alluding to one of his plays (based on the date, either Sarah Simple, or Miss Elizabeth Bennet, an adaptation of Pride and Prejudice). In part: “It really is absurd of you to come back for it, but nicely absurd. Only you do understand, don’t you, that if this snow is too good to leave, you mustn’t feel pledged to come in any way, because of anything you said in a moment of enthusiasm over a bottle. I mean, people simply don’t come back…to see a bad first night instead of a good fifth night. If you do come, however, we shall be delighted to see you. We half think of having a party on the stage—a jug of claret cup and some mutton sandwiches, quite informal.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200 www.RRAuction.com | 131

Pasternak on translation and poetry 517. Boris Pasternak. Ar-

chive of seven ALSs (one in Russian and six in German), signed “B. Pasternak,” totaling fifteen pages on nine sheets, dated 1959–1960. All to Rolf Dietrich Keil in Hamburg, the translator of Pasternak’s poetry book Wenn es aufklart [When It Clears Up], published in 1960

by S. Fischer of Frankfurt. Pasternak gives Keil a detailed account of how poetry should be translated.

On May 12, 1959, he offers congratulations on “shiny Diedrichs booklet,” and writes (translated): “A Rilke worshiper, I could never suffer his Michelangelo translations as well as St. George’s Sh[akespeare] sonnet. It is too puzzling and inexplicable how the same man, whose victory and strength consisted in the imperceptibility and transparency of the means, in the undemanding naturalness of the unpretentious language, applied so much ponderous artificiality in his reproductions, that the accumulation of the formal was stifled by the stale content distracts and almost displaces the meaning, the meaning of what is said from the poem. On the other hand, translations…require unconditional ease and clarity…because translations are power conductors, and not sources of energy.”

On September 14, 1959, he writes, in part (translated): “Among my many correspondents in Germany, there are also some in villages and in the deepest German province. One of them is especially characterized by her modesty and purity of heart. It may well be that in the winter I promised her a copy of a Zhivago by the publisher and had forgotten about it and did not write about it to Frankfurt. Send my sincerely regards to the dear couple.”

On February 21, 1960, he writes about the translation of a work on Chopin, in part (translated): “The meaning of poetry in general to understand all great poetry and to be a poet, to be able to distinguish what is invigoratingly important, what is insignificant in the works of poetry, which are not fixed notarial acts but so too first say still arising, moving creations. How was I always annoyed, how much bad blood I made in my Shakesp[eare] and Goethe work with this demand of stupid killing literalness, with the desire to preserve the etudes unnoticed that with the word miracle beings and the rhymes Polonaises the nerve of lively accuracy, rather than by means of a four-line clumsy and meaningless limping, for the sake of the etude, which is difficult for a foreign versification! What can I tell them? The great success predicted for you is a danger to me. One will forget about the splendor, the shimmer, the warmth, the music, the noble, the unstoppable of your book, for all this is your merit.” In overall fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelopes, all addressed in Pasternak’s hand, with the stamps clipped off. Also includes two letters by Pasternak’s sister Josefine, and one by his sister Lydia. Starting Bid $2500

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Mitchell on Gone With the Wind director George Cukor and Confederate raider John Hunt Morgan 518. Margaret Mitchell. Three

TLSs from Mitchell, totaling four pages, personal letterhead, dated 1937 and 1948, all to friend and fellow writer Sadie Temple.

The first, signed “Peggy,” April 2, 1937, references Gone With the Wind director George Cukor, in part: “You were an angel to do what you did for the movie people and you showed them exactly what they wanted to see…All the way back to Atlanta Mr. Cukor kept saying, ‘But Southern people are so sweet, so effortlessly sweet and kind,’ and I completely agreed with him.” During pre-production for Gone With the Wind, Mitchell escorted Cukor around Atlanta to take in the essence of the Old South. Apparently, Temple assisted Mitchell in showing Cukor and his two assistants some of the old mansions in the area.

The second, signed “Peggy Mitchell Marsh,” June 21, 1937, in part: “Thanks so very much for the information about the Pyles family…When I first read that his father was one of Morgan’s Cavalry I wondered about it, for the bulk of Morgan’s outfit were Kentuckians. Then I recalled that after General Morgan’s escape he reorganized part of his Cavalry in Decatur, Georgia, and probably that was where this man’s father enlisted.” Confederate raider John Hunt Morgan earned notoriety for his successful raids into Kentucky, Ohio, and Indiana against Union outposts. He was captured and escaped in 1863, only to be killed in action the following year.

The third, signed “Peggy,” January 12, 1948, in part: “Often I was told in childhood that, while most Southern women had no money and few beautiful clothes or other of this world’s goods, most of them always had the quality of rising to any situation which the Lord saw fit to send their way. So very often one of my great-aunts was pointed out to me as an example. She lived in the deep country and planted cotton, in good years and bad, until she was far in her eighties. Mother often remarked that my aunt could sit on her back porch shelling a panful of butterbeans and if the President of the United States or the King of England or the Pope of Rome drove up into the backyard she could rise and greet them and make them feel at home. (I hope you will notice that Mother took it for granted that the King of England and the President and the Pope would be good enough Georgians not to come up and ring the front door bell but would drive up into the back yard).” In overall fine condition. Accompanied by all three original mailing envelopes. Starting Bid $300

519. Ezra Pound. Exceptional ALS signed “E. Pound,” one

page both sides, 5.75 x 4.25, personal portrait stationery, July 12, 1959. Unusual handwritten letter from Pound who writes on one side, “every man has the right to have his ideas examined one at a time. The present tax system is unadulterated shit soaked in stupidity,” with the other side making reference to the English translator and poet Edward Powys Mathers and his pseudonym “Torquemada.” Attractively double-matted and framed to an overall size of 13 x 11.5; the backing has a window for viewing the opposite side. In fine condition. A decidedly appealing letter containing Pound’s delightfully pithy use of aphorisms—Pound’s portrait stationery is seldom encountered. Starting Bid $200

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By the revered author of In Search of Lost Time 520. Marcel Proust. French writer (1871–

1922) known for the monumental sixteenvolume In Search of Lost Time, regarded as one of the greatest achievements in world literature. Sought-after ALS in French, one page, 5.25 x 7.25, no date. Letter to “Princess,” in full (translated): “I am very much afraid I shall not be able to come on Saturday, though I shall do my best. This must be just a quick line, as Antoinette is waiting. I entrust you with giving my kindest regards to Morand—he has such a natural goodness.” In very good to fine condition, with a rusty paperclip impression to the top edge, and a block of toning and two thin areas of paper from prior display (easily re-matted out). Starting Bid $500

The Objectivist on her new play: “It’s a strange kind of thing, experimental and NOT political, for a change” 521. Ayn Rand. TLS, one page, 6.75 x 10.75, July 7, 1937. Letter to “Mr. Abbott,” written

from Sony Creek, Connecticut. In part: “I am very sorry that I have not answered you sooner, but my excuse is such that you will understand readily: I have just finished a new play. I did it practically in one month, the fastest work I have ever done, but such is the influence of Stony Creek. It’s a marvelous place for writers, so quiet that one just has nothing to do but write. I got into a real siege of writing, and while I was doing it I could not tear myself away, not even for any of my correspondence. I have no definite plans as yet for this new play, it’s a strange kind of thing, experimental and NOT political, for a change. How are you getting along with your new play? If you would care to send it to me when you finish it, I should be delighted to read it.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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“The truth be said, the non-abstract truth, the season of the year puts me in mind of subway-tale finales”

522. J. D. Salinger. TLS signed “As ever, Jerry,” one page, 8.5

x 11, [April 1965]. Letter to Joyce Miller Hodgins, formerly a staff writer at The New Yorker and Salinger’s ‘old flame,’ confidant, friend, soulmate, and peer. In part: “It would be fine, I agree, if we could arrange a mettering soon. Two non-abstract types ought to be able to work out something practical. I don’t know how, at the moment, but probably something will come to mind. The truth be said, the non-abstract truth, the season of the year puts me in mind of subway-tale finales, in an unabashed extreme way. At one point or another, we really should have arranged for the setting and action. On the other hand, considering what you told me on the phone about emotional involvement, it’s probably better we didn’t get any more idiosyncratic notions than we already had. So hard to know for sure. Keep well, old Joyce. I’ll wait for your note and just send this on to you. Fond and easy thoughts of you, be assured.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope and Joyce’s retained carbon copy of her letter to Salinger, dated April 2, 1965.

A fascinating letter in which Salinger, like his famed protagonist Holden Caulfield, writes that he prefers the “non-abstract truth” to hyperbole, insincerity, and hypocrisy. His comments about a “subway tale” finale illustrate how he viewed even his personal life through the lens of a writer, evaluating how real situations and relationships could be transferred to the “setting and action” of a short story or novel. A scarce and superb offering from one of the great American authors of the 20th century. Starting Bid $500

523. J. D. Salinger. Commemorative cover

with a cachet honoring the 100th birthday anniversary of author Joel Chandler Harris, signed vertically in fountain pen, “Best wishes, J. D. Salinger.” Cover bears a typed address to lower right, as well as a February 25, 1952, New York, New York, postmark. In fine condition, with a clipped photo and caption affixed to reverse, and a light vertical bend to the front. Starting Bid $200

524. J. D. Salinger. DS, one page, 2.75 x 7, June 3, 2002. Credit card receipt for a purchase of two books—”Round the Fire” and “Best Cat Stories”—at the Dartmouth Bookstore in Hanover, New Hampshire. Signed at the conclusion in black ballpoint by Salinger. In fine condition.

Starting Bid $200

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“Our plays have not brought in any money, nor have the critics been lenient” 525. George Sand. Two ALSs

in French, one signed “George Sand” and one signed “G. Sand,” totaling five pages on sets of adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 8.25, August 2, 1856 and August 21, 1866. In one, Sand expresses delight that a mutual friend has recovered from an illness, and promises to do what she can to satisfy Madame Casena’s request, although she is so busy that she can make no promises. She laments (translated): “I am such a slave to my word, that I get sick if I don’t keep it.” She closes by saying that her daughter has been seriously ill, but the worst is over. In the second letter, Sand writes about how age is bringing a sense of peace and wellness that she had not experienced in youth; she also mentions collaborating with her eldest child, Maurice Sand. In part (translated): “You are among the five or six souls I think of when I write...I am more peaceful and more cheerful than in my younger days, and I believe more and more that the sense of duty gives one a lot of strength and that it is not a vain dream. Our plays have not brought in any money, nor have the critics been lenient about it. But you will read it and see that it is quite sweet. Anyway, Maurice and I will make a short story out of it. We are thinking of it already.” In fine condition, with light handling wear and soiling. Starting Bid $200

526. Jean-Paul Sartre. TLS in French, signed “J. P. Sartre,” one page, 5.25 x 8.25, May 20, 1970. Letter to Jacques DebuBridel, in part: “Our policy positions are very different, but I remember our friendship during the occupation and I am very sensitive to your letter.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope and DebuBridel’s retained carbon copy of his letter to Sartre. Starting Bid $200

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527. Maurice Sendak. Signed book: Where the Wild Things Are. First edition, with “Library of Congress catalog card number: 63-21253” on title page. NY: Harper & Row, Publishers, 1963. Hardcover, 10.25 x 9.25. Signed on the half-title page in blue ballpoint, “Maurice Sendak.” Autographic condition: fine, with a gift inscription at the top of the page in an unknown hand.

Book condition: VG+/None, with light toning to edges. Starting Bid $200

Shaw comments on his plays Candida and Saint Joan 528. George Bernard Shaw. Handwritten responses to a questionnaire, signed “GBS, 21/1/35,” one page, 8.5 x 11, returned to University of Rochester English professor Wilbur Dwight Dunkel, who was planning a lecture on Shaw’s plays Candida, Man and Superman, and Saint Joan. The questionnaire reads: “1. In your opinion have your plays an underlying philosophy of fatalism? [Shaw:] No. I am a Creative Evolutionist. The preface to Back to Methuselah explains exactly. 2. In Candida did you begin work with a particular woman in mind [struck through by Shaw:] or did the idea amuse you? [Shaw:] No. The idea was to vindicate the part played in the world by the mother and housewife.

3. Is the secret which the poet (Marchbanks) holds in his heart the recognition of what he has accomplished for Candida and for James? [Shaw:] I have always guessed that it was his recognition of the entire impossibility of the Morell-Candida life for himself. 4.

Does Jack Tanner’s idealism represent the attitude of young G.B.S.? [Shaw:] Has he any idealism? Tanner derives all his interest from his grip of facts. 5. Is Joan a symbol, or did she seem to you to be real? [Shaw:] Joan is a matter-of-fact portrait of a very interesting and extraordinary girl who actually existed. I have only arranged her history for the stage.” To Dunkel’s remark, “May I say that sincerely hope that you have completely recovered from your recent illness,” Shaw writes: “Yes, thank you.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and a short tear to the left edge. Starting Bid $200

529. George Bernard Shaw. Signed book: The Apple Cart: A Political Extravaganza. First edition. London: Constable and Company, 1930. Hardcover, 5 x 7, 78 pages. Signed and inscribed on the half-title page in black ink, “Inscribed for Mr. Nai Swazdi Pingze Panich in the Gulf of Siam, G. Bernard Shaw, 5th. Feb. 1933.” Autographic condition: fine, with light foxing and soiling. Book condition: VG/None, with light dampstaining to edges, slightly bumped corners, and minor foxing and soiling to textblock. Starting Bid $200

Impressive ‘Giving Tree’ sketch and inscription by Silverstein 530. Shel Silverstein. Signed book: The Giving Tree. Later printing. NY: Harper & Row, Publishers, 1964. Hardcover with price-clipped dust jacket, 7.5 x 9, 54 pages. Signed on the title pages in thin blue felt tip, “with love—Shel Silverstein,” who incorporates an inscription, “Doe, Jesse,” into a fantastic large sketch of vines and branches growing from a tree stump.

Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG/VG, with some foxing and staining to front pastedown and half-title page, small stains to textblock edges, price-clipped dust jacket flap, and small area of dampstaining to rear panel of dust jacket. Starting Bid $200 www.RRAuction.com | 137

To Oscar-nominated director Michael Powell, on “the possibility of my working on a film story” 532. Dylan Thomas. ALS,

531. Gertrude Stein. Signed book: The

Making of Americans. Second printing. NY: Harcourt, Brace and Company, 1934. Hardcover, 5.5 x 8.25, 416 pages. Neatly signed on the first free end page in fountain pen, “Gertrude Stein, December/34.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG/None.

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one page, 5.25 x 5, no date.

Letter to to Michael Powell, written from “The Boat House” in Laugharne. In full: “Roger Burford gave your address to my agent, David Higham, and said that you wanted to hear from me about the possibility of my working on a film story. I wasn’t told any details, but I would, of course, like enormously to work on a story for you. Could we meet anywhere? Or would you drop me a line? I’ll be at this address.” In fine condition, with neatly trimmed edges. Powell (1905–1990), a prominent British author and film director, helmed such classics as Black Narcissus and The Red Shoes. Though Powell and Thomas planned to collaborate with Igor Stravinsky on a series of films in the 1950s, the project evidently never came to fruition. Starting Bid $300

Sought-after portrait of Tolstoy dated to 1906 533. Leo Tolstoy. Scarce and immensely desirable 4.25 x 6.5 Russian cabinet photo of Tolstoy dressed in a traditional belted tunic and seated in a half-length pose with his hands clasped together, signed in the lower border in black ink by Tolstoy, who adds a date of October 26, 1906. Published by Scherer et Nabholz of Moscow in the early 1890s. Handsomely matted and framed to an overall size of 11.5 x 14.25. In very good to fine condition, with light wear to the corners, and a crease passing through the beginning of the signature. A tremendous portrait of the revered Russian novelist—this particular Scherer et Nabholz cabinet photo, desirable in its own right, is rarely signed by its influential subject. Starting Bid $500

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“I decided long ago not to have The Lord of the Rings illustrated,” writes Tolkien to an amateur artist, “After seeing your specimens I am beginning to change my mind” 534. J. R. R. Tolkien. Ex-

traordinary pairing of letters from Tolkien to Mary Fairburn, an artist who sent him paintings of several scenes from Lord of the Rings, along with one of Fairburn’s sketches: TLS, one page, 7 x 9, personal letterhead, May 24, 1968, in part: “I think the samples of illustrations you sent me are splendid.

They are better pictures in themselves and also show far more attention to the text than any that have yet been submitted to me. My publishers and I decided long ago not to have The Lord of the Rings illustrated, largely for the reasons which I myself dealt with in my lecture ‘On Fairy Stories,’ now included in Tree and Leaf. I should not think of employing Pauline Baynes because, thought she can be quite good at certain points, she cannot rise to anything more noble or awe-inspiring. See, for instance, her ridiculous picture of the dragon…After seeing your specimens I am beginning to change my mind, and I think that an illustrated edition might be a good thing.”

ALS, two pages both sides, 5.25 x 7, personal letterhead, October 10, 1968, in part: “I had no idea that your situation was so desperate—and I marvel at your courage in still practising your art. I don’t think your ill fortune (in the matter of the illustrations) is really bound up with mine. It is mainly due to the present situation in the book world. Allen and Unwin have found that ‘The Lord of the Rings’ in any form is now so expensive that any attempt to produce it in a special or more sumptuous form is a failure. It is also subsidiarily due to the fact that the effective partner, Mr. Rayner Unwin, has been abroad on business…I have not been able to get him to come and see the specimens of your work.

I am reluctantly sending back the pictures I have received…I suppose the 3 drawings that I have not yet seen are also included in your debt?…I would beg you to let me see them (they sound most interesting especially The Old Forest). By odd chance Mr. Unwin has just rung me up on business, and I had an opportunity of speaking about you. He was not so decisive as I had expected, & was evidently ready to ‘consider’ an illustrated edition…but he was also clear that black and white illustrations would be much more likely to prove publishable…My experience is that the process of ‘considering’…takes time…I am, of course, a very ’successful’ writer—astonishingly and belatedly, and publishers like to trumpet such things abroad.” He goes on to offer Fairburn a gift of £50, and adds a postscript at the top, signed “J. R. R. T.,” in full: “I can only hope that the ancient proverb (attributed to King Alfred): ‘When the bale is at the highest, then the boot (betterment) is ever highest’ may prove in your case true.” Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Tolkien’s hand. Also includes on of Fairburn’s original Lord of the Rings sketches, showing the castle at Minas Tirith, accomplished in pencil on a white 11.5 x 16.5 sheet, signed in the lower right corner in pencil, “Fairburn.” In overall fine condition, with intersecting folds and scattered light staining to the typed letter. Starting Bid $1000

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535. P. L. Travers. Correspondence archive consisting of

28 letters from beloved children’s author and Mary Poppins creator P. L. Travers, featuring 16 TLSs and 12 ALSs signed either “P.” or “Pamela,” dated between 1974 and 1993, with the bulk of the letters written on postal cards or Royal Mail aerogrammes, amounting to 36 total pages ranging in size from 5.5 x 3.5 to 8.5 x 11.75. The letters are addressed to John and Jacqueline Rutherfurd and consist of everyday topics and pleasantries, with Travers’s responses offering an uncommon glimpse into the writer’s busy travel schedule. One letter from April 5, 1978, in part: “The phrase ‘Myths don’t die. But the King does,’ is marvelously true. For the writer is in fact talking of the old myth. The King of the Wood, who keeps watch night and day (another symbol, this, for attention, as the Work understands the word) for the man who is himself watching for the moment to slay the watcher and take over the Kingship….I shall be in the States early in may for about ten days. I am giving a talk at Chatham College, Pittsburgh. It is to be made into a great ceremonial occasion as the College that night is awarding me a degree in literature (probably the first ever given to a children’s writer and mythologist).”

A letter dated December 20, 1981, in part: “I am waiting for a photograph of me that was taken for my new book that is coming out here in the spring…I wish I could say when the book will be out in the U. S. but there are all sorts of goings on there; I’ve rewritten one of the stories, called Bad Tuesday in the first Mary Poppins book as the San Francisco library put it in the index as being ‘insulting to minorities.’”

On May 7, 1980, Travers writes, in part: “That was a lovely poem to have received at three o’clock in the morning, Jacqueline!

Truly beautiful…I will certainly keep it. I put special things into books and then come upon them ages after and am refreshed all over again. That is why I don’t lend my books. I’m not going to let others see my letters, my comments in the margins; why let them into my communing with myself?” Also includes two ANSs, signed “P.L.T.” and “Pamela.” Reverse of included mailing envelopes and aerogrammes addressed in Travers’s own hand, who incorporates her surname into the return address field.

In overall fine condition. A rare and insightful letter collection written over the course of 20 years by the reclusive Mary Poppins writer. Starting Bid $200

“We’ll never forget you, Mary Poppins!”

536. P. L. Travers. TLS, one page, 5.75 x 8.25, personal letterhead, October 16,

1987. Letter to “Mr. Hedborg,” in part: “I am glad you like the Mary Poppins books.

But all my manuscripts, including that of the new book for which I am about to sign a contract, are with an agent to be disposed of…So I will write part f the penultimate paragraph of Mary Poppins Opens the Door.” Below, she handwrites a lengthy quote: “’The bright shape speeding through the air above them would forever keep its secret.

But in the summer days to come and the long nights of winter, they would remember Mary Poppins & think of all she had told them. The rain & the sun would remind them of her, & the birds & the beasts & the changing seasons. Mary Poppins herself had flown away, but the gifts she had brought would remain for always. ‘We’ll never forget you, Mary Poppins!’ they breathed, looking up at the sky. Her bright shape paused in its flight for a moment & gave an answering wave. The darkness folded its wing about her and hid her from their eyes.’” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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Authorizing the translation of his most ambitious novel, Virgin Soil 537. Ivan Turgenev. ALS in French, signed “Ivan Tourgueneff,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 8.25, personal letterhead, February 20, 1877. Letter to Sophie De Gubernatis-Besobrasoff, in which he grants her the authorization to translate his novel Virgin Soil. In full (translated): “I hasten to give you authorization to translate ‘Virgin Soil’—as you wish to—as I am convinced that I could not be in more competent and skillful hands. I am very happy, Madame that the first part of my novel has deserved your approbation and I hope that the second part, that you should have received by now, will not alter your impression too much. You will find on the second sheet of his letter a dedication, which would you please have put on the first volume first page of my works that should be sent to you...Please, be so kind, Madame, as to convey my hasty compliments to M. de Gubernatis and my best wishes to you.” On the second integral leaf, Turgenev vertically pens an inscription to Gubernatis-Besobrasoff, signed, “de l’Auteur.” In very good condition, with staining and paper loss along the hinge, affecting none of the writing. Released in 1877, Virgin Soil was Turgenev’s final and most ambitious novel, portraying a group of young Russians who join the Populist movement and live as simple workers and peasants. A desirable letter from the master of Russian realism. Starting Bid $300

“It’s dreadful to have to work without the slightest desire, when it’s the mind that has to produce” 538. Paul Valery. Desirable set of four ALSs in French, three signed “Paul Valery” and one signed “PV,” nine total pages, dated between 1923 and 1943. In these letters, Valery discusses the friendliness encountered during a trip to Brussels, requests artist Dunoyer de Segonzac to consider a painting by his sister-in-law Paule Gobillard for a Pittsburgh art show, and mentions his difficulties working in Paris: “The weather is continually stormy, which makes me a nervous wreck.

It’s dreadful to have to work without the slightest desire, when it’s the mind that has to produce.”

The last letter, circa June 1943, addressed to “an undisciplined young lady,” in which Valery discusses his feelings regarding Emile Rideau’s Introduction to the Thoughts of Paul Valery, published in Paris in 1944. In part: “Here you are returning from I know not what distances of the spirit to the old man of letters, abandoned without phrases and without other compliments! What punishment do you deserve?

I will leave the choice of chastisement up to you. Meanwhile, you allege that you have been working, writing poetic tales and sweating over your V[alery] as time permitted. I have the honor to let people toil. Some time ago, a worthy Jesuit, a professor of philosophy, sent me a large package devoted to said Me and which is one of the most complete studies of this difficult work. Its conclusion is curious enough. It exalts me for five pages and casts me down for five others. These are two so neatly defined pourings, first one way and then the other that one could suppress the one or the other at will. Needless to say he couldn’t help condemning that which is damnable in my case. I enjoyed this differential system very much. As to the rest, the analysis of the texts is very exact.” In overall fine condition, with short fold splits to the largest of the letters.Starting Bid $200 www.RRAuction.com | 141

The patriarch of Ferney 539. Voltaire. Boldly penned ADS in

French, one page, 6.25 x 3.75, February 28, 1776. In full (translated): “I received from the Marquis of St. Tropez, through Mr. Audibert, four hundred eighty-one pounds and twelve cents for a year of my annuity, some to term on May 1, 1775. Done at Ferney on Februrary 28, 1776.” Signed neatly at the conclusion by Voltaire. Another hand has added below, “Thirty four, Quote Thirty three.” In fine condition, with a tiny hole in the lower blank area. In 1759, Voltaire left Geneva and moved to the commune Ferney near the French-Swiss border. He lived there for the remaining twenty years of his life before returning to Paris, where he died in 1778. So influential was Voltaire during his residency there—he built the local church, set up potteries, watch-making shops, and theatres—that after the French Revolution, the town was renamed ‘Ferney-Voltaire’ in his honor. Starting Bid $300

Signed first edition of Vonnegut’s debut novel

540. Voltaire. Unsigned handwritten note in French, one

page, 4.5 x 7.25, no date. Untranslated letter written by Voltaire, mentioning Alexandre Le Riche de La Poupliniere, Fermier General of King Louis XV. The letter retains a partial red wax seal to the lower right. Professionally inlaid into a larger sheet and in very good to fine condition, with restored paper loss to the upper right corner. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

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541. Kurt Vonnegut. Signed book: Player Piano. First edition. NY: Charles Scribner’s Sons, 1952. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.75 x 8.5, 295 pages. Signed vertically on the front pastedown in blue ballpoint by Vonnegut. Autographic condition: fine, with creasing beneath the signature, inherent to the pastedown. Book condition: VG/VG-, with sunning to spine, and some dampstaining and paper loss to dust jacket.

Starting Bid $200

Rare early portrait of Waugh

542. Evelyn Waugh. Vintage glossy 3.25 x 5.25 postcard photo of a young Evelyn Waugh wearing a bowler cap and holding a cigar, signed in the lower border in fountain pen. The lower border also bears the blindstamp of the photography studio. Reverse of photo addressed in Waugh’s own hand, who adds along the left side: “Please do not send book for autograph.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 7.75 x 9.75; the backing has a window for viewing the opposite side. In fine condition, with light silvering to darker areas of the image. Photos of Waugh are quite scarce, with this particular example capturing the quintessence of this major 20th century satirist. Starting Bid $200

“Walt Whitman, from life 1891” 543. Walt Whitman. Spectacular 6 x 9.5 paperstock photo

of Whitman in profile, boldly signed in the lower margin in ink, “Walt Whitman, from life 1891, May 31, 1891,” adding an inscription below. In very good to fine condition, with a central horizontal fold, some other creases, and light soiling to the bottom. Starting Bid $300

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544. Christoph Martin Wieland. German poet and writer (1733–1813) best

remembered for having written the first Bildungsroman (Geschichte des Agathon), as well as the epic Oberon. Ink signature and inscription in German, “Dem Herrn Cammerherrn u. Schloss-Hauptmann von Schardt zu Freundschaftlichem Andenken von dem Verfasser, C. M. Wieland. d. 13. Marz 1811,” on an off-white 3.75 x 5.5 sheet. In very good to fine condition, with a crease to the lower left corner, and scattered light staining. Starting Bid $200

Woolf wiggles out of a “duty,” writing: “I have never sat on a comtee. in my life & feel it too late to begin” 545. Virginia Woolf. Scarce ALS, one page, 6.5 x 8, Tavistock Square letterhead, March 5, 1934. Woolf writes to author and editor Logan Pearsall Smith. In part: “I am, I admit, relieved to hear that the BBC Comtee. has been put off. In fact I had it in mind to write to you & say that, if no steps had been taken, I would like to withdraw. I more & more doubt that I should do my duty & attend. Therefore, if this scheme is revived, would you—accepting my best thanks for the suggestion—suppress me & invite some one else to take my place? I have never sat on a comtee. in my life & feel it too late to begin.” In fine condition, with a filing hole to the upper left blank area.

The committee in question was apparently related to a scheme organized by the BBC to have experts confer on the pronunciation of unusual words. Smith (1865–1946) was a longtime friend of Woolf’s until, in the 1920s, he criticized her foray into popular journalism, which led to somewhat strained relations between the two. A desirable, crisply penned letter from a revered modern writer. Starting Bid $300

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546. Katherine Lee Bates

547. Enid Blyton

548. Rick Bragg

549. Henri Charriere

550. Noel Coward

551. George Gissing

552. Bret Harte and Jack London

553. Anthony Hope Hawkins

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554. Julia Ward Howe

555. Evan Hunter

557. Rudyard Kipling

558. Rudyard Kipling

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556. Stephen King Starting Bid $200

559. Charmian London Starting Bid $200

560. H. L. Mencken Starting Bid $200

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562. Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings

563. J. K. Rowling

564. Carl Sandburg

565. Eugene Scribe

566. Dr. Seuss

567. George Bernard Shaw

568. Madame de Stael

561. H. L. Mencken

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569. John Steinbeck

570. James Thurber Starting Bid $200

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573. Alice Walker

574. Thornton Wilder

575. Tennessee Williams

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571. Leon Uris

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572. Leon Uris

576. Writers

music 577. Enrico Caruso. Fan-

tastic original ink self-portrait profile sketch accomplished

by Caruso on an off-white 3.5 x 5.5 album page, signed below, “Enrico Caruso, Berlin, 1904.” Affixed to a larger mount and in fine condition.

Starting Bid $200

579. Georges Enesco. Vintage

8.25 x 10.75 paperstock photo of Enesco removed from a concert program, signed and inscribed in French in black ink, “Pour Monsieur Perbal, souvenir bien cordial de Georges Enesco, 1932.” Upper portion bears a preprinted facsimile signature. In very good to fine condition, with overall toning, and light dampstaining to the upper right side. Starting Bid $200

On the censorship of his opera Maria Padilla

578. Gaetano Donizetti. ALS in Italian, signed “G. Donizetti,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 6.75 x 8.75, August

28, 1842. Letter to his publisher in Milan, Giovanni Ricordi. Donizetti is furious that the censors in Venice have massacred his latest opera, Maria Padilla, and suggests a number of changes to preserve the work’s integrity. In part (translated): “Although Padilla has been massacred in a horrific way by not getting past the censor, it is attracting people. Mad. De Varny, the Spalli woman, finished her contract yesterday evening, the management did not have any women to substitute, since another, better woman (Ruiz) left yesterday…As for the censor, all you need to know is that in the first act when Maria sees Don Pedro at the window and says, in a terrible voice, ‘Don Pedro di Castiglia,’ and he answers when he sees her with the dagger in her hand ‘Heavens, what do I see?,’ they have substituted ‘It is wonderful to see you,’ and (he says) ‘My idol.’ And I cannot describe the alterations they have made—the other wife no longer comes in at the end, etc. etc.—it is quite unbelievable. What I should like to do is to adjust the cabaletta (of the duet in the first act, A me o cara), which the first time is just a single phrase by itself, so that the woman does not enter repeating it, but rather where she says ‘Ah, too happy am I’; and at the end of the extension is the last cadenza of the cabaletta as it now stands,—as you already have these alterations from Vienna (which are formed on the ‘la’ held as it was previously before repeating the motif).” Tipped into archival boards and in very good condition, with creasing, staining, multiple intersecting folds, and a tear to the edge of the last page. Starting Bid $200

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Dvorak’s fame reaches London 580. Antonin Dvorak. ALS in German, one page, 5.5 x 8.5, January 30, 1882. Letter to the music publisher Novello, Ewer & Co. in London. In full (translated): “Mr. Simrock in Berlin is publishing my work for all countries, please contact this company.” A stray ink blot to the upper portion and light toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition.

Dvorak was still a relatively unknown composer when publisher Fritz Simrock, upon receiving a recommendation from Brahms, decided to print his work. The first of these, the Moravian Duets in 1878, met immediate success and Simrock commissioned a second piece; this developed into the Slavonic Dances, which established Dvorak’s reputation internationally. Although they were friends, Dvorak and Simrock occasionally quarreled—particularly over financial matters—which caused the composer to reach out to other publishers. One major example came eight years after this letter, when Dvorak had Novello published his Symphony No. 8, which is considered one of his major achievements. Other important works published by Novello were The Spectre’s Bride, Saint Ludmila, Requiem and Mass in D major. A fantastic letter concerning his work from the early stages of his international acclaim. Starting Bid $300

581. Wilhelm Furtwangler.

Uncommon matte-finish 3.5 x 5.25 postcard portrait of the German conductor, signed in pencil, “Furtwangler.” Also signed in pencil by the photographer, Trude Fleischmann. In fine condition.

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583. Joseph Joachim. Hungar-

ian violinist and composer (1831–1907) ranked second only to Paganini among 19th-century virtuosi.

AMQS on an off-white 6.75 x 4.25 album page, signed and inscribed below, “With many thanks for your nice little letter, and for telling me that your mamma liked the piece, Joseph Joachim, Berne, March 14th, 1900.” Joachim pens five bars for violin from “Romanza.” In very good to fine condition, with light soiling, and an area of thin paper from old mounting remnants on the reverse. Starting Bid $200

582. Vladimir Horowitz.

Scarce vintage matte-finish sepia 4.75 x 6.75 studio portrait of the Russian-born American classical pianist and composer in a handsome close-up pose, signed in the lower border in fountain pen, “V. Horowitz, N. Y. 1943.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 9.25 x 11.25.

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584. Ruggero Leoncavallo. Italian

composer (1857–1919) best known for his operas, particularly the beloved repertoire staple Pagliacci. Crisp AMQS on an off-white 7.25 x 5 album page, signed below, “R. Leoncavallo, Berlin, 2 Dicembre 1908.” Leoncavallo pens five bars of music and lyrics from the third act of his famous opera “Zaza.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

Mahler plans a Munich concert: “A symphony of mine with only 3 rehearsals is impossible” 585. Gustav Mahler.

Rare ALS in German, signed “Mahler,” one page both sides, 5 x 6.5, [annotated in pencil, August 10, 1908]. Letter to Emil Gutmann, outlining plans for a concert in Munich. In part (translated): “2 circumstances are the main ones that make your proposition unacceptable. 1. The 5th of November does not suit me (because of my preparation for the trip to America—I have to embark on the 10th in Hamburg, and have important things to get before.) The 2nd of November would be the latest date for a concert to have in Munich would be.—2. I have left all my orchestral material in Hamburg and therefore I am not able to make a classical program, for which I absolutely need my retouchings with my changes. A symphony of mine with only 3 rehearsals is impossible.” In fine condition. On October 27, 1908, Mahler conducted his 7th Symphony in Munich. A superb, boldly penned letter from the revered composer. Starting Bid $500

586. Cecile Mendelssohn-Bartholdy. Wife (1817–1853) of composer Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy, and mother of historian Carl Mendelssohn-Bartholdy and chemist Paul Mendelssohn-Bartholdy. ALS in German, signed “Cecile M-B,” one page both sides, 5.5 x 9, no date. Letter to Sophie von Liphardt, wife of Ferdinand David, a friend of her husband’s youth. She notes that she had to cancel an art trip because she “spoiled her stomach,” noting (translated): “Hopefully it will be better until this evening, that I’m not quite happy to see you and Mr. David: my brother-in-law Hanschel, who knows Cornelius [the painter Peter von Cornelius, teacher of Wilhelm von Kaulbach] personally, would very much like to accompany you to where the famous carton of Caulbach [sic] can be seen and asks If you would like to set the time for him. I would be very happy…if I could make the acquaintance of your friend Mme Girard through you, and you suggest to spend the morning with you with me, as I said, I hope to be cured soon with care.” In very good to fine condition, with some light staining, and writing showing through from opposing sides. Starting Bid $200 www.RRAuction.com | 149

588. Ignaz Moscheles. Bohemian

587. Marcel Mihelovici. Romanian-born French composer (1898–1985) who was a strong proponent of neoclassicism.

Handwritten musical manuscript, one page both sides, 10 x 12.5, signed at the head in blue ballpoint, “Elegie pour orchestre, Marcel Mihelovici, 1955.” Mihelovici pens several musical lines in pencil and red ballpoint, making various deletions and additions throughout. In very good to fine condition, with a diagonal crease to the lower half and paper loss along one edge. A desirable musical sketch sheet from the composer.

Starting Bid $200

composer and piano virtuoso (1794– 1870), whose career after his early years was based initially in London, and later at Leipzig, where he succeeded his friend and sometime pupil Felix Mendelssohn as head of the Conservatoire. AMQS on an off-white 7.75 x 9.75 sheet, signed at the bottom, “Zur freundlichen Erinnerung, J. Moscheles, Leipzig, 18th October 1857.” Moscheles pens 12 intricate bars of music in two systems, being “Fragment des Themas der humoristischen Variation op. 128.” The page is marked at the top, “Tempo di Menuetto, ma moderato.” In fine condition, with mild toning. Starting Bid $200

The Danish composer seeks recognition in Germany 589. Carl Nielsen. Important Danish composer (1865–1931) best

known for his six grandly scaled symphonies, a number of which bear such evocative subtitles as ‘The Expansive’ (No. 3) and ‘The Inextinguishable’ (No. 4). Collection of eleven ALSs from Nielsen to his student, the later composer, director, and organist Knud Harder (1885–1967), who tried to popularize Nielsen’s work in Germany, dated from 1905 to 1909. On May 3, 1905, Nielsen encourages Harder to write an article about him in the periodical ‘Die Musik.’

On July 1905, Nielsen writes that he will unfortunately no longer be able to teach for free, but will charge Harder a reduced price of six crowns per hour. On June 7, 1907, Nielsen reports about family trouble and his wife’s severe illness; he is grateful that Harder visited Schillings, but is uncertain which work to show him: he suggests “Maskerade” [opera, 1904–06] and “Søvnen” [choral work, 1903–04]. On December 2, 1907, Nielsen thanks Harder for trying to make his work known in Germany, although he is pessimistic because he is convinced that the Germans will consider his music too harsh, too tedious, and too uninteresting; Nielsen requests Schillings’s address so that he can send him his “Symphonic Suite” and “Saul og David” (1898–1901).

In an undated letter draft, possibly intended for translation, to Max von Schillings, Nielsen refers to the “youthful and genial” string quartet sent by Schillings and to his beautiful songs, which Nielsen has already studied. He is enthusiastic about Schillings’s musical tragedy “Moloch” (completed in 1906), beside which all other works pale. He praises its structure, severity and earnestness. He adds that he hopes the Copenhagen audience will be able to enjoy this work; he has noticed that German musical drama has not ended with Richard Wagner. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned cabinet photo of Nielsen. Starting Bid $300 150 |

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Passionate letters to his last love and muse: “Love me as I love you! Your love gives me life— you are and will be my poetry” 590. Giacomo Puccini. Comprehensive collection of private letters from Puccini to his last love, Rose Ader, comprised of twenty-one handwritten letters, most signed, totaling 37 pages, dated 1921–1922. One of the earliest letters, dated April 17, 1921, in part (translated): “I am deeply moved as I write you. I would wish to be able to tell you what I have in my heart-if only you could understand! Besides the distance which separates us there is the matter of the language which prevents us from saying all that we have in our hearts-what good fortune that I should have met you and what misfortune not to be able to speak together! I would have such riches in expression with which to express my great love! A love which will be with me all my life-you cannot imagine what an impression you made on me! Your languid eyes which when they looked at me strike my heart as though to seek an echo of an immense affection.

I shall never be able to forget you-my Rosa, what will happen to me. How can I bear being so far away. Yet it is necessary to suffer and to wait. Life is all one waiting and one suffering! Study, study, I beg you on my knees. Study with ardor and feverishly a little of my language. I believe that guided by the love that you have for me you will soon succeed in understanding me.

That day will be one of the most beautiful ones of our life….Never have I written in this manner-for you, my joy, I do everything.

Love me as I love you! Your love gives me life-you are and will be my poetry. The most beautiful dream. The most beautiful reality.” In overall fine condition.

Puccini first saw Rose Ader, a much younger German soprano, during her performance in a revival of Il trittico in February 1921. Immediately infatuated, Puccini desired to meet her and by the spring a love affair had blossomed. Although she was considered a mediocre singer by critics, Puccini’s feelings and affection for her are revealed in these deeply passionate letters. It is thought that he wrote the role of Liu in Turandot, his final opera, with Ader in mind. Although she never sung the part in Turandot, which had been left unfinished at the time of Puccini’s death in 1924, she did appear in the title role in Puccini’s La Boheme at the Teatro Costanzi in 1922. An important collection of this intimate correspondence written to the master composer’s last love. Starting Bid $2500

591. Giacomo Puccini. ALS in Italian, one page, 8.25 x 12, June 24, 1914. Interesting

letter signed within the text and at the conclusion, written from Torre del Lago. In full (translated): “I the undersigned Puccini Giacomo authorize the lawyer Mario Andreini to appear in front of justice of the peace from Lucca relative to indictment from Pietro Battaglia, host in Lucca.” In very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds, and light toning to the lower half of the page. Puccini lived and worked in a villa in the seaside town of Torre del Lago, which is today the host of the annual Festival Puccini. Starting Bid $200

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Distinguished portrait taken while crafting The Golden Cockerel 592. Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov. Eminent Russian composer

(1844–1908) best known for such brilliantly orchestrated works as Scheherazade and for operatic staples like Sadko, The Tale of Tsar Saltan, and The Golden Cockerel. Scarce and extremely desirable 4 x 5.75 cabinet photo of Rimsky-Korsakov seated in a three-quarter length pose, boldly inscribed at the top in Russian and signed “N. R.-Korsakov,” and dated December 24, 1906. Matted to an overall size of 5.75 x 8.25. In very good condition, with scattered surface marks and stains, and the ends of the signature and date light but mostly legible. Rimsky-Korsakov began working on the The Golden Cockerel in 1906, drawing inspiration from the political unrest in the region to write an opera satirizing the autocracy, Russian imperialism, and the Russo-Japanese War. The controversial opera was immediately banned by the Palace and went unstaged until 1909, not premiering until after Rimsky-Korsakov’s death. Starting Bid $300

593. Miklos Rozsa. Acad-

emy Award-winning Hungarianborn composer (1907–1995) best known for his scores to such classic films as Spellbound, Double Indemnity, and Ben Hur. AMQS on four panels of two adjacent 5.75 x 8 leaves, each leaf with a motif from Rozsa’s Piano Quintet, signed on the first and last panels “Miklos Rozsa” and inscribed and dated 1921 on the last panel. Faint show-through of ink and mild handling wear, otherwise fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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594. Jean Sibelius. TLS signed in pencil, one page, 5.75 x 8.25, December 30, 1949. Letter to Frank Black, in part: “You have been extremely kind in remembering me on my eightyfourth birthday with excellent cigars. They have now arrived here in perfect condition and, needless to say, were very welcome.” In fine condition, with a light crease to the lower left. Starting Bid $200

“Under the baton of M. Godard it cannot but receive an excellent performance”— Tchaikovsky authorizes an 1884 concert

595. Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. ALS in French, signed “P. Tschaikovsky,” three pages on two sheets, 5.25 x 7, March 11/23,

1884. Letter to Alfred Bruneau, president of the International Union of Composers. In part (translated): “I have just received your letter, which has made quite a detour through Europe before catching up with me here. The letter from M. Godard reached me some ten days before yours in Berlin, and I hastened to comply with your request and to recommend two works of mine for performance at the festival of the International Union, asking M. Godard to choose which one of the two would be the more suitable for him. At the same time I sent a telegram to my publisher, asking him to dispatch to Paris the parts and scores of these two works as soon as possible. I hope that they have already reached their destination, and that M. Godard has been able to make his choice. Unfortunately, I find myself compelled to decline the great honour of personally taking part in the performance of my work, but I am convinced that under the baton of M. Godard it cannot but receive an excellent performance.”

In fine condition, with a couple of tiny edge tears. Starting Bid $1000

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596. Roy Eldridge.

Sought-after vintage glossy 8.25 x 10 photo of Eldridge playing the trumpet by James J. Kriegsmann of New York, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “Best Wishes To My Friend ‘Kurt Mohr,’ from Roy Eldridge.”

Collector’s notations indicate that the signature was obtained in Basel, Switzerland, on May 23, 1950. In very good condition, with date and place notations in a collector’s hand, scattered light creasing, a diagonal crease across the bottom, and what appear to be tire track impressions over the entire image, visible at an angle. Starting Bid $200

597. Ella Fitzgerald. Vintage glossy 8

x 10 publicity photo of Fitzgerald by Bruno of Hollywood, signed and inscribed in blue fountain pen, “To ‘Louise,’ Sincerely, Ella Fitzgerald.”

In fine condition, with a few light creases, dings, and surface impressions.

Starting Bid $200

599. Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, and Count Basie. Program for ‘The Concert’ featuring Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, and Count Basie at Uris Theatre from September 8–20, 1975, six pages, 5.5 x 9, signed on the front cover in felt tip and ballpoint by all three legendary performers.

In fine condition. The consignor notes that the autographs were originally obtained by Broadway director Tom O’Horgan, of Hair, Lenny, and Jesus Christ Superstar fame. Starting Bid $200

Uncommon correspondence as Gershwin takes a break from Porgy and Bess 598. George Gershwin. Rare TLS, one page, 8.25 x 10.75, personal letterhead, October 6, 1934. Gershwin lauds a young admirer. In full: “Thank you very much for your thoughtfulness in sending me birthday greetings. I very much appreciate it.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. By the time Gershwin had celebrated his 36th birthday on September 26th, the great American composer had completed Rhapsody in Blue and an American in Paris, and would shortly finish Porgy and Bess. Starting Bid $200

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“Musically Yours, Charlie Parker” 600. Charlie Parker. Fantastic program for the 1954 Festival of Modern American Jazz presented by Stan Kenton, 9 x 12, boldly signed and inscribed inside on his image in blue ballpoint, “To Charlene and Joe, Musically Yours, Charlie Parker.” Also signed inside by Stan Kenton, Erroll Garner, June Christy, Dizzy Gillespie, Lee Konitz, and Candido, plus a few other festival performers. In very good to fine condition, with general handling wear, and central vertical and horizontal folds. A scarce and sought-after autograph from the bebop icon. Starting Bid $500

601. Patsy Cline. ALS, one page, 5 x 8, June 10, 1958.

Letter to Mr. and Mrs. Ken Browne, in part: “So sorry to take so long in getting the picture to you but just can’t seem to get around now as good as I use to with the baby coming this Aug 28th or 30th. I sure hope it’s over soon. This hot N.C. sun is killing me. I’m still working tho got 2 weeks yet then I’ll stop till Oct 1st.” In fine condition, with a corner crease and paperclip impression to the letter, and surface impressions to the photo from typed notations on the reverse. Accompanied by an original glossy candid showing Cline during a visit to Sioux City, Iowa, as well as the original mailing envelope addressed in her own hand, incorporating her signature, “Mrs. Patsy Cline Dick,” in the return address area. Starting Bid $200

602. Patsy Cline. Sought-after vintage 8 x 10 cardstock

photo of Cline in a studded vest, beautifully signed in blue ballpoint, “Many Thanks, Patsy Cline.” Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. In fine condition, with some light corner creasing. Starting Bid $200

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Confined to a hospital but hoping to tour, Guthrie grimly muses: “Why does it hurt…so much” 603. Woody Guthrie. Autograph lyrics for an unrecorded

song entitled “Why,” signed three times, “Woody Guthrie,” two pages, 8 x 12.5, May 1956. Written at the Brooklyn State Hospital while suffering from Huntington’s Disease, the mostly indecipherable lyrics begin with existential questions—”Why does it hurt all us...so much”—followed by a repetitive theme about Brooklyn— “Gotta make my gate, Brooklyn, Brooklyn my, Brooklyn state, my Brooklyn state.” The first page is signed once, “Woody Guthrie, 681 Clarkson Avenue, Brooklyn,” and the second page is signed twice, “Woody Guthrie.” In very good condition, with some tape repairs on the reverse, edge tears, and chipping to the brittle sheets.

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. He was involuntarily committed to Greystone Park Hospital, a psychiatric hospital, and transferred to Brooklyn State five years later. An amazing example as the legendary songwriter physically struggled to commit his emotional pain to paper. Starting Bid $300

Rare letter from ‘Skydog,’ the cofounder of the Allman Brothers Band 604. Allman Brothers: Duane Allman. ALS signed “Duane,” two pages, 5 x 8, circa March 1970. Letter to Holly Barr, the wife of Nitty Gritty Dirt Band member Ralph Barr, in full: “Thanks for the sweet letter, I love to hear from y’all.

We’re playing tonight with Santana in Atlanta, which should be pretty neat. The Atlanta folks are really nuts. I told the Duck about you folks’ singing and he was interested in doing some recording with you. If you want to write to him in care of Redwal Music, 535 Cotton Ave., Macon and y’all can play ask-and-tell and work it out. Our band is going to Montreux, Switzerland to play in April. From what I’ve heard about the people there, I doubt if I’ll be coming back. Well, probably I will, really. My little one just had her half-birthday.

She’s fat as a hog and laughs all the time. I love you both and hope to see you soon. We’ll probably be coming back there in June.” Allman adds below: “New Address: 1125 C Bond Street, Macon, Georgia 31201.” In fine condition, with light show-through on the first page from notes (likely in the recipient’s hand) on the reverse. The Allman Brother opened for Santana at the Municipal Auditorium in Atlanta on March 26, 1970. The mention of Montreux is possibly also in connection with Santana, who made his debut performance at the Montreux Festival in June 1970; the Allman Brothers did not travel to the event. Starting Bid $300

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Extremely presentable Beatles autographs— obtained by their EMI studio engineer

605. Beatles. Desirable light green 5.25 x 3.75 album page signed in black ink by Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr, in blue ink by John Lennon, and in blue ballpoint by George Harrison. In fine condition, with light toning to the perimeter. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the previous owner, who notes that the autographs were obtained by EMI studio engineer Norman ‘Hurricane’ Smith in the mid 1960s. The letter reads: “This is to confirm the authenticity of the set of Beatles signatures…The father of my best friend was Norman Smith (later to become known as Norman ‘Hurricane’ Smith) who engineered most of the Beatles recording sessions up to and including the release of Rubber Soul in early 1965. In the early sixties, my sisters and I gave our autograph books to Norman so that he could present them to the Beatles in order to obtain their autographs. This is how I came to obtain this set of Beatles signatures.” Starting Bid $1000

606. Beatles. Irregularly trimmed off-white 5 x 3 sheet signed in blue ballpoint, “Beatles, Paul McCartney, xxx,” “George Harrison,” and “Ringo Starr,” and in brown felt tip, “John Lennon.”

The sheet has been affixed to a slightly larger cardstock mount.

In very good condition, with a central vertical fold, tape stains to the edges, and the irregularly trimmed edges nipping bits of the handwriting. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the previous owner, in part: “The enclosed Beatles autographs were obtained by me from a girl I worked with in the sixties.

She had been on holiday in Blackpool in 1965 & went to see the Beatles backstage at the Empire (in July of that year). She liked the Dave Clark Five & knew I liked the Beatles. As she liked me, she gave them to me as a gift.” The consignor notes that autographs were likely obtained the previous summer, when the Beatles played the Blackpool Opera House on either July 26th and August 16, 1964. Starting Bid $500

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607. Beatles: George Harrison. Circa late-1980s British Airways first class flight

menu, 6 x 11.75, signed inside in blue ink by George Harrison. In fine condition, with two small tears to top edge of cover and a few spots to signed page. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient: “Please find enclosed George Harrison’s autograph from the late 80s. He was onboard one of my flights from Los Angeles to London’s Heathrow. Ironically my father went to Quarry Bank, Liverpool and was in the same class as John Lennon. I mentioned this to George who replied with ‘so I’m old enough to be your father?’ I was in my early 20s, so yes. This autograph is genuine and I do have another which was personally signed to me and I’m keeping.” Starting Bid $200

Rare 1968 Beatles Fanclub biography signed by John and Yoko

608. Beatles: Lennon and Ono. Very desirable Dutch “Beatles Biografie” pamphlet from October 1968, issued in coop-

eration with The Official Beatles Fanclub, seven pages, 6 x 8.5, signed on the back cover in black ballpoint by John Lennon and Yoko Ono. When unfolded, the front and back covers offer a sensational Beatles display piece. In very good condition, with scattered toning and foxing, and an unobtrusive light vertical fold. The consignor notes that this pamphlet originally belonged to Har van Fulpen, the president of the Beatles Fan Club in Amsterdam; the autographs were acquired on March 26, 1969, during John and Yoko’s ‘Bed-In for Peace’ demonstration against the Vietnam War at the Amsterdam Hilton Hotel, as discussed in the 2009 book In bed met John en Yoko. Starting Bid $300

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Dual-signed at President Carter’s 1977 inaugural concert 609. Beatles: John Lennon and Jimmy Carter. Rare pair-

ing of ballpoint signatures, “John Lennon” and “Jimmy Carter,” on an off-white 5.25 x 3.25 album page. In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, in part: “Lennon attended an Inaugural concert for President Carter which took place on January 19, 1977—the eve of his Inauguration.

This page was signed that night, at that event, and is the first item to materialize which contains the signature of John Lennon and also a U.S. President.” A highly unusual piece combining politics and pop culture. Starting Bid $300

610. Beatles: George Martin. TLS, one page,

8.25 x 11.75, Air London Ltd. letterhead, October 22, 1971. Letter to R. E. Finch, in full: “Thank you for your letter of recent date. I am afraid I cannot really understand what you are trying to say to me. If you are an aspiring songwriter or singer than I suggest you make a demo’ tape or disc and send it along to us for consideration. I cannot see you personally—I really have so many commitments—but we do have other people here at AIR who listen to material sent in from members of the public.” In fine condition, with an extra fold across to bottom. Accompanied by the original Air Studios mailing envelope. Starting Bid $200

611.

Beatles: McCartney and Starr. Yesterday and

Today reproduction ‘butcher’ album flat signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Peter, from, Paul McCartney,” and in blue felt tip, “Ringo,” who adds a star. In very good condition, with overall creasing and wrinkling. The record is not included. Accompanied by a letter from the original recipient: “I obtained the signature of Paul McCartney on the slick of the Butcher cover album outside Paul’s offices, MPL, Soho Square, London in the 1980s. As Paul was signing he exclaimed, ‘Ah, the sick album!’ The signature of Ringo Starr was obtained by myself when he and his wife Barbara appeared on TGI Friday in the 1980s.”

Starting Bid $200

612. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Greeting card

featuring a ‘lion and lamb’ illustration by George Hardie on the front, measuring 14.25 x 5 open, signed inside by McCartney in blue ink, “love from, Paul, Linda & kids.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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617. The Eagles. Highly dis-

613. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Very

appealing glossy 8 x 10 photo of Paul McCartney singing into a microphone during production for the ‘Coming Up’ music video, signed in blue ballpoint. Reverse bears a Linda McCartney photography stamp. In fine condition, with a diagonal crease to the left of the signature. ‘Coming Up’ was the opening track on the 1980 album McCartney II, which featured wife Linda McCartney sharing vocal harmonies.

Starting Bid $200

614. Beatles: Ringo Starr.

Attractive EMI Spain in-house award presenting (translated) “5 Platinum discs to Ringo Starr for the sale in Spain of 500,000 copies, ‘The Beatles One.” Expertly framed with five CDs against a vibrant background of the “1” album cover to an overall size of 15.5 x 27.25.

In fine condition. Provenance: Julien’s Auctions, The Collection of Ringo Starr and Barbara Bach, December 2015. Starting Bid $200

616. David Bowie. Aladdin Sane album signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint, “Best wishes, Bowie, ‘90.” A VIP pass from Bowie’s 1990 Sound + Vision Tour is affixed to the left side. In very good to fine condition, with light rippling to the lower right edge from dampstaining that covers the lower half of the album. The record is included. Starting Bid $200

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playable color 21 x 29 poster for a series of five Eagles concerts presented by Bill Graham at the Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View, California, on June 6, 8, 9, 11, and 12, 1994, signed in black felt tip by Don Henley, Glenn Frey, Joe Walsh, Timothy B. Schmit, and Don Felder, who adds “95.” Rolled and in fine condition, with a few light surface creases. Starting Bid $200

619. Bob M a r l e y .

Sought-after vi ntage bal l point signature, “Love, Bob Marley,” on an off-white 2.75 x 1.75 slip. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

Elvis Presley’s ‘MexiCard’

620. Elvis Presley. Elvis Presley’s vintage circa mid-1970s ‘MexiCard’ Mexican Insurance Credit Card, 3.25 x 2, impressed with “Elvis Presley and Designee, B 5028 F.” In fine condition.

A unique personal memento connecting Elvis to Mexico, the setting of his 1963 film Fun in Acapulco. Starting Bid $200

Nirvana reach the mainstream with Nevermind 621. Nirvana. Rare circa 1991 glossy 8 x 10 David Geffen Company publicity photo of Nirvana, signed in black felt tip, “Kurt,” “Krist,” and “David.” In very good condition, with areas of toning, Cobain’s signature light but legible, and silvering to the dark areas of the image which will likely progress to eventual deterioration.

Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from REAL. The release of Nevermind and hit singles ‘Smells Like Teen Spirit’ rocketed the grunge trio into the rock and roll mainstream by the close of 1991. By January 1992, Nevermind had supplanted Michael Jackson’s Dangerous as the top album in the country, and the follow-up singles ‘Come as You Are,’ ‘In Bloom,’ and ‘Lithium’ distinguished the record as one of the greatest surprises in rock history. An immensely desirable photo signed in their breakout year. Starting Bid $300

Twice-signed Elvis photo with several of his band members

623. Elvis Presley. Immensely desirable vintage circa 1955 glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Presley, who has signed on the front in red fountain pen and on the reverse in pencil. The reverse has also been signed and inscribed in pencil and ink by several of his band members: “To Thelma, Jimmy Newman,” “Lots of luck, Rufus Thibodeaux,” “Scotty Moore,” “Jimmy Day,” “Bill Black,” and “Floyd Cramer.” In very good condition, with overall creasing, and impressions to the front from the signatures on the reverse. Elvis was active with Black and Moore as the Blue Moon Boys from 1954 to 1957, a period that jump-started the career of the future ‘King of Rock and Roll.’ Starting Bid $300

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624. Elvis Presley. Uncommon membership card for the Elvis Presley

Tankers of Memphis, Tennessee, 3.5 x 2.25, issued to Nancy Ombrello for 1961-1962, signed in the upper border in blue ballpoint by Elvis Presley.

In fine condition, with a crease to the lower left corner and ink notations on reverse. Accompanied by a photo of Miss Ombrello, a copy of an article she wrote about meeting Elvis on the set of Kid Galahad, and a letter of authenticity from Elvis expert Rich Consola. Starting Bid $200

625. Elvis Presley. Circa 1955 vintage ‘souvenir photo album’ for The Hank Snow Show, 10 pages, 8.5 x 11, signed inside on his image in blue ballpoint, “My Best to You, Elvis Presley.” The program is also signed inside by Hank Snow, his son Jimmie Rodgers Snow, Faron Young, Teddy and Doyle Wilburn, Onie Wheeler, and Gordon Terry. In very good condition, with soiling, creasing, and a central vertical fold which passes through Presley’s image. Accompanied by a vintage glossy 8 x 10 RCA Victor promotional photo of Hank Snow, who signs in fountain pen, “Sincerely, Hank Snow,” and an admission ticket for a Hank Snow concert at the Grand Ole Opry. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient, in part: “My parents and I went to Ladd Stadium in May 1955 to see the show. This was in Mobile, Alabama. My parents were there to see the other entertainers, not Elvis. They had barely heard of him. He was just beginning his very long run in the entertainment business.” Starting Bid $200

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1982 Hot Space Tour program signed by Mercury, May, and Deacon 628. Rolling Stones. Appealing color 11.75 x 8 cardstock

promo featuring the front cover for the Rolling Stones’ 1997 album Bridges to Babylon, signed in silver ink by Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts, and Ronnie Wood. Doublematted to an overall size of 15.75 x 12. In very good condition, with creasing, heaviest at the bottom. Starting Bid $200

626. Queen. Official program for Queen’s 1982 Hot Space Tour, twenty-four pages, 9.5 x 13.25, signed inside on their respective images in ballpoint by John Deacon, Freddie Mercury, and Brian May, with the latter two adding inscriptions to “Dave.” In very good condition, with moderately heavy overall creasing and handling wear, and Deacon’s signature hard to decipher due to heavy skipping. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient indicating that the signatures were obtained at the Dragonara Hotel after Queen’s show in Leeds on May 29, 1982. Starting Bid $200

627. Rolling Stones. Circa mid-1960s blue ballpoint signatures, “Mick Jagger,” “Keith Richard,” “Brian Jones,” and “Bill Wyman,” on the reverse of a 45 RPM record sleeve for the single ‘Hit House Shake / Maybe Tomorrow’ by The Lions. Also included is a blue ballpoint signature, “Charlie Boy, xxx,” on an off-white 4 x 2 slip. In overall very good to fine condition, with a central vertical fold to the Watts slip, and light creasing and soiling to the Stones sleeve. The record is not included. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient: “I was a member of the group ‘The Lions’ and we played at the Tivoli concert hall, Copenhagen. I was in the car with Brian Jones and the Rolling Stones signed the 7˝ sleeve.” Starting Bid $200

Jet-setting Jagger flies to Barbados

629. Rolling Stones: Mick Jagger. Mick Jagger’s boarding pass for Pan Am flight 219 from JFK Airport to Barbados on January 26th [no year], signed and inscribed in black ballpoint on the Pan Am pass holder envelope, “To Kris, Mick Jagger.” In very good to fine condition, with some edge toning, and staple holes to the pass holder. Starting Bid $200 www.RRAuction.com | 163

Ronnie Wood makes his star-studded wedding guest list 630. Rolling Stones: Ronnie Wood. Hand-

written guest list for Ronnie and Josephine Wood’s wedding ceremony on January 2, 1985, penned in blue ballpoint Ronnie Wood on both sides of an offwhite 9.5 x 12.75 sheet, with a few additions likely in his wife’s hand. A selection of the wedding party and guests: “Ronnie and Jo, Jamie, Jesse, Leah, Tyrone, Jaye / Keef, Charlie, Sherlie, Saraphina / Bobby Womack & Regina / Mum & Dad Wood / Mum & Dad Karslake…Bill Wyman & ? / Wendy and Peter Asher…Rod & ?…Mick and Jerry…Peter Cook & ? / Eric Idle / Eric & Pattie Clapton / George Harrison…Ian McLagan.” Wood draws wedding bells and a cake in the upper right corner. Reverse side features a ‘to-do’ list: “Find an old house (Large and old) for wedding & vicar / Ronnie to find band / Cake and caterers, photographer, flowers / Rings, Jo’s dress, Ronnie’s suit / Tyrone new suit / Jo to buy bridesmaid dresses and the 2 J. J. boys suits / R’s mum new outfit, J’s mum new outfit / our dads new suits.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds.

Provenance: Julien’s Auctions, The Collection of Ronnie Wood, December 2014. Starting Bid $200

631. T. Rex: Marc Bolan. Original unpub-

lished handwritten poem by T. Rex frontman Marc Bolan, one page, 5 x 8, no date.

The untitled poem, written in blue ballpoint, reads in full (grammar and spelling retained): “—goopy smiles as she— / brought some book & the / paper (Chinese) house / was just a bit water– / loged as the wicked / scene-stealin Manderin / king stood most majestic / holdin the royal water / Can. / Wardour street mixer / happeners sayin’ wheres / the party man & too muched / make uped doo-daa dollys / unloved by most, kissed / & never mist by all & a / Super-Sound most Flamingo / — From some smithy organ / grinder — swings it / all back to some / unknown ‘nunliked’s’ / place.” Signed at the conclusion by Bolan. In fine condition, with rust stains along the extreme top edge. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Rockaway Records. Given Bolan’s death at the age of 29, autographic material from the glam rock pioneer remains scarce and highly sought-after. Starting Bid $200

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632. The Yardbirds. Vintage ballpoint signatures of Eric Clapton, Jim McCarty, Keith Relf, Chris Dreja, and Paul Samwell-Smith on the reverse of a green 3 x 2.75 ticket stub for a Yardbirds concert on December 12 [1964]. In fine condition, with a stain to the printed side. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Rockaway Records. Starting Bid $200

635. Michael Jackson. Color sat-

633. Dee Dee Ramone. Cream-bodied Harmony electric

guitar, signed on the body in black felt tip by Dee Dee Ramone.

Includes the large carrying case. In good to very good condition, with moderately heavy wear to both the guitar and case, some chips to the body, scratches to the cracked pickguard, and Dee Dee’s first name a few shades light. Starting Bid $200

634. The Carpenters. Wonderful

glossy 8 x 10 A&M Records publicity photo of the Carpenters, signed and inscribed in blue felt tip, “To Jim & Connie, Hi! ‘Carpenters, Richard” and “Karen.” Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. In fine condition, with scattered light creasing.

Starting Bid $200

in-finish 8 x 10 photo of Jackson from his Thriller video, signed in silver ink, “Love, Michael Jackson.” In very fine condition.

Starting Bid $200

636. Michael Jackson. Attractive

color glossy 8.5 x 11 full-length photo of Jackson performing on stage under red lights, signed prominently in felt tip. In very good to fine condition, with scattered light creasing.

Starting Bid $200

637. Jackson 5. Vintage ballpoint signatures, “Michael Jackson, Be Cool,” “Marlon Jackson,” “Jermaine Jackson 5,” “Randy Jackson,” “Jackie,” and “Joe Jackson,” on the reverse of an off-white 6 x 9 Cincinnati Royals Basketball Club envelope; Michael adds the inscription, “To Jon.” Quadruple-matted and displayed with various images celebrating the Jackson family discography to an overall size of 29 x 21. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, overall creasing, and dampstaining to the edge. Starting Bid $200

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638. Franco Alfano

641. Phillips Brooks

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640. Leonard Bernstein

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643. English Composers

644. Joseph Hellmesberger

645. Victor Herbert

646. Wilhelm Kienzl

647. Fritz Kreisler

648. Franz Lehar

649. Jules Massenet

650. Giacomo Meyerbeer

651. Henri Rabaud

652. Richard Rodgers

653. Arnold Schonberg

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642. Alfred Bruneau Starting Bid $200

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639. American Composers

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654. Isaac Stern

655. Jacques Thibaud

656. Arturo Toscanini

657. Irving Berlin

658. Big Band

659. Eubie Blake

660. Blues Musicians

661. Dave Brubeck

662. W. C. Handy

663. John Lee Hooker

664. Jerome Kern and Richard Rodgers

665. B. B. King

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666. Freddie King Starting Bid $200

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667. Charles Mingus Starting Bid $200

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668. Kid Ory

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669. John Philip Sousa Starting Bid $200

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670. Alabama

671. Folk Rock

672. Merle Haggard

674. Aerosmith

675. Aerosmith

676. Beach Boys

678. Beatles: Pattie Boyd

679. Beatles: Paul McCartney

680. David Bowie Starting Bid $200

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682. Cheap Trick

683. Eric Clapton

684. Eric Clapton

685. Alice Cooper

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673. AC/DC

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677. Beatles

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681. The Cars

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686. Crosby, Stills, and Nash

687. Neil Diamond

688. Dire Straits: Mark Knopfler

689. Fats Domino

690. The Eagles

691. Earth, Wind & Fire

692. Echo & the Bunnymen

693. Echo & the Bunnymen

694. Foreigner

695. Aretha Franklin

696. Rory Gallagher

697. Marvin Gaye

698. The Go-Go’s and The Bangles

699. Bill Graham

700. Grand Funk Railroad

701. Herman’s Hermits

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702. Jefferson Airplane

703. Billy Joel

704. Elton John

705. The Kinks

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707. Led Zeppelin: Robert Plant

708. The Lettermen

709. Lynyrd Skynyrd

710. Metallica

711. Steve Miller

712. Moody Blues

713. Gary Moore

715. Oasis

716. Roy Orbison

717. Roy Orbison

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706. KISS

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714. Musicians Starting Bid $200

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718. Jimmy Page and Chris Farlowe

719. Pink Floyd

722. Lou Reed

723. Lou Reed

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720. Trevor Rabin Starting Bid $200

724. Lou Reed

721. Red Hot Chili Peppers Starting Bid $200

725. Lou Reed

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726. Rolling Stones

727. Rolling Stones: Mick Jagger

728. Rolling Stones: Mick Jagger

729. Rolling Stones: Mick Jagger

732. The Searchers

733. The Smithereens

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730. Rolling Stones: Mick Taylor Starting Bid $200

731. Rush

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734. Souther–Hillman–Furay Band

735. Bruce Springsteen

736. Bruce Springsteen

737. The Supremes

740. U2

741. The Who: Roger Daltrey

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738. Thin Lizzy: Phil Lynott

739. Thompson Twins Starting Bid $200

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742. Johnny and Edgar Winter

743. The Ramones

744. Cyndi Lauper

746. Madonna

747. George Michael

748. George Michael

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745. Madonna

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749. Wham!

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entertainment

The brooding Brando in On the Waterfront: “Excuse the sour puss”

750. Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall. Desirable

pairing of vintage ballpoint signatures, “Humphrey Bogart” and “Lauren Bacall,” on opposite sides of a single beige 6 x 4.5 album page, bearing collector’s date notations of January 31, 1950. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

The ‘Man of a Thousand Faces’ signs an oversized still from his 1926 Marine classic

751. Lon Chaney, Sr.

Scarce vintage matte-finish 11 x 14 photo of Chaney in Marine dress uniform as he appeared in the 1926 film Tell It to the Marines, crisply signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To H. A. Slack, Troop 21, Sincerely, Lon Chaney.” In very good condition, with minor loss along the lower left edge, and staining to the upper left affecting only appearance. A rare autograph, especially on oversized photographs. Starting Bid $200

753. Marlon Brando. Rare vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of a pensive Brando as Terry Malloy in the 1954 classic On the Waterfront, signed and inscribed in the lower border in blue ballpoint, “To Mary, Excuse the sour puss, Marlon Brando.”

In very good condition, with moderate overall creasing, light stains to the left border, and tape stains and emulsion loss (from removed tape) at the corners. A spectacular portrait from one of Brando’s greatest roles. Starting Bid $200

Brando’s $50,000 advance for Teahouse of the August Moon 752. Marlon Brando. DS, two pages, 8.5 x 11, January

19, 1956. MGM document by which the studio sends Brando a “check for Fifty Thousand Dollars ($50,000.00)…Said sum constitutes an advance to you of compensation for services to be rendered by you in ‘Teahouse of the August Moon.’ Said advance is made to you upon the understanding and agreement that until such time as said advance shall have been fully repaid to us from compensation payable to you in connection with ‘Teahouse of the August Moon,’ said sum shall be and be deemed to be a loan.” Signed at the conclusion in fountain pen

by Brando and countersigned by a studio vice president. In fine condition, with staple holes and file holes to the top. A comedy satirizing the US occupation of Japan in the aftermath of World War II, The Teahouse of the August Moon became MGM’s biggest box office success of 1956. Starting Bid $200

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A month after shooting East of Eden 754. James Dean. Chase Na-

tional Bank check, 6.25 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Dean, “James Dean,” payable to Studio Drug for $10, September 25, 1954. In fine condition. At this time period, Dean had just finished shooting his scenes as Cal Trask in the film East of Eden, his first major screen role. This very month, director Elia Kazan screened a rough cut of the film for colleague Nicholas Ray, future director of Rebel Without a Cause, who was so impressed by Dean’s on-screen presence that he offered the star the famed angst-filled role. Almost a year to the day after this drug store visit, Dean was killed driving his Porsche 550 Spyder. Starting Bid $500

Sought-after autograph collection featuring Holiday, Hitchcock, and Karloff

755. Isadora Duncan.

Pioneer of modern dance (1877–1927). Beautiful matte-finish 3.5 x 5.5 postcard portrait of the adored dancer, signed across the top in bold ink. In fine condition, with light silvering to the bottom of the image.

Starting Bid $200

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756. Entertainers. Outstanding quartet of leather-bound autograph books, each approximately 6 x 4.75, signed inside in ink or fountain pen by hundreds of vintage stars of music, sport, and entertainment. Highlights include: Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Alfred Hitchcock, Boris Karloff, Marjorie Main and Percy Kilbride, Bud Abbott, Lou Costello, Ted Williams, Cecil B. DeMille, Burgess Meredith, Joe Louis, Les Paul and Mary Ford, Dizzy Gillespie, Louis Armstrong, Katharine Hepburn, Jane Russell, Lucille Ball, Desi Arnaz, Gregory Peck, Olivia de Havilland, John Garfield, Dean Martin, Henry Fonda, Janet Leigh, Irving Berlin, Cab Calloway, Buddy Rich, Ed Sullivan, Mel Torme, Hoagy Carmichael, Ginger Rogers, Bob Hope, Roy Rogers, Ray Bolger, Maureen O’Hara, Count Basie, Benny Goodman, Stan Kenton, Paul Lukas, Joe Cronin, Artie Shaw, and many more. In overall very good condition, with many of the pages having clipped photos affixed, and/ or toning from clipped photos of facing pages. Starting Bid $200

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Handsome Gable portrait inscribed to Raoul Walsh 757. Clark Gable. Excellent vintage pearl-finish 9.25 x 12 photo of Gable by George Hurrell, signed and inscribed to director Raoul Walsh in fountain pen, “To Raoul, Best of luck always, Clark.” Reverse bears Hurrell/MGM stamp and an MGM label. In very good to fine condition, with light silvering along the trimmed edges, scattered light creasing, a paperclip impression to the top edge, and poor contrast to the handwriting.

Walsh directed Gable in films like The Tall Men, The King and Four Queens, and Band of Angels. Starting Bid $200

“Greta Lovisa Garbo” declares her intention to become a US citizen 758. Greta Garbo.

DS, signed “Greta Lovisa Grabo,” one page, 8 x 10.5, June 10, 1940. An “Application for a Certificate of Arrival,” in part: “I, Greta Lovisa Garbo, residing at 165 Mabery Road, Santa Monica, Los Angeles, California, desire to declare my intention to become a citizen of the United States.” She documents her arrival in America, “I arrived in the United States through the port of San Diego, California, under the name of Greta Lovisa Garbo on April 30, 1933, on the vessel S.S. Annie Johnson,” as well as her departure and return dates for travel abroad. She further notes her birth in “Stockholm, Sweden on September 18, 1905,” her parents’ names, and her reason for coming to America: “For rendition services for Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios.”

Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication and grading holder, evaluating the autograph as “MINT 9.” In very good to fine condition, with creasing and paper loss to the bottom edge.

Despite this preliminary declaration of her intention to become an American citizen in 1940, it was not until 1951 that Garbo finally received her citizenship. In 1941 she appeared in her final film, Two-Faced Woman—interestingly, an unsuccessful attempt to ‘Americanize’ Garbo—and retired from Hollywood to lead a famously reclusive life. A superb, mint example of Garbo’s full signature on a significant document from her life in the United States. Starting Bid $200

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Intricately engraved Colt ‘Monster Legacy’— a single-action revolver featuring Frankenstein’s Monster, Dracula, Quasimodo, Werewolf, and more 759. Colt ‘Monster Legacy’ Gun Engraved and Inlaid

by Bryson Gwinnell. Spectacular Colt ‘Monster Legacy’

revolver, engraved and inlaid by master engraver Bryson Gwinnell, serial #1675PC, .44-40, 7 1/2˝ barrel with an excellent, bright bore. This is a simply stunning, and uniquely themed, masterpiece of the engraver’s art. Conceived jointly by the original collector and Mr. Gwinnell, their quest for something different, stunning, and unique was an unqualified success.

The revolver features fourteen separate gold, silver, and copper sculpted inlays along with deeply chiseled, relief engraved vignettes, all in an iconic gothic horror theme.

The revolver was originally a Peacemaker Centennial, which was chosen for the unfluted cylinder that allowed for more surface area for embellishment. The right side of the cylinder shows a relief engraved gold inlay depicting Frankenstein’s Monster sitting atop a casket, which is inlaid in silver with two bats flying above, one in silver and one in copper. The left side of the cylinder has a stunning sculpted werewolf in gold with full moon above in copper and surrounding clouds in silver. The left recoil shield has a relief engraved gold inlay of Dracula holding a victim in his arms, she is sculpted in silver with copper hair, and castle in the background. Below these inlays is a bat in flight. The right recoil shield has a sculpted silver skull and gold spider web above the loading gate.

The exterior of the loading gate has a ferocious Werewolf face with gold eyes and copper tongue, with claws out, ready to attack. The inside of the loading gate has an eyeball with gold iris and engraved lashes. The recoil shield cutout is decorated with a spider web and gold inlaid spider. The top of the backstrap has a perfect gold inlaid portrait of Frankenstein with lightning bolt on either side; the center section has a relief engraved spider; and the bottom of the backstrap has a forearm and hand reaching out of a grave. The right side of the frame has a copper hearse surrounded by relief scroll with a vulture; the left side of the frame is engraved with a grotesque mask within the scrollwork. The forward section of the frame ahead of the cylinder has a demonic face engraved on the left side with a gold-filled background. The opposite side has Quasimodo

within a gold-filled background. The top straps are inlaid with silver garlic bulbs on one side and copper rose blossoms on the other. The barrel has relief scroll with the “COLT FRONTIER SIXSHOOTER” etched label filled with gold, while the left side has a pair of glasses and a cigar with silver inlaid ashes and smoke which represents the Invisible Man. The front sight is skeletonized with a truly superb depiction of a roosting vulture.

All of the frame screws, as well as the tip of the cylinder pin, have added metal and are adorned or decorated in some way.

The hammer is a highly sculpted gargoyle with deep chiseling and gold accents, and the the ejector rod head, trigger guard, and muzzle all have detailed gold and silver inlay in geometric patterns. The grips are the work of James Alaimo, once head of the Colt Custom Shop, and were made from pre-ban African ivory at his shop in Connecticut. The grips are Bulino engraved with the left side depicting the Colt dome with a haunted looking sky and crescent moon in the background, and “THE / MONSTER / LEGACY” engraved beneath the dome. The butt of the grips depict an open vampire mouth with blood on the tips of the fangs, and the right side of the grip is engraved with a depiction of Sam Colt himself emerging from his coffin with a crescent moon and eerie sky in the background.

The buttstrap is signed “B. GWINNELL” and the gun is accompanied by a letter from Mr. Gwinnell describing the work done in some detail. Gwinnell states in his letter: “The engraving of ‘The Monster Legacy’ revolver was an involved and arduous process spanning some eight months to complete, working full time many hours each day.” Also includes four oversized photographic exhibition panels depicting the brilliant details of the gun. The condition of the gun is as-new, the hammer has been purposely locked in position by the engraver to prevent the cylinder from being turned. The revolver comes with the Gwinnell letter, detailing the embellishment of the revolver, along with a large mounted photo montage detailing the incredible artistry of the revolver. This is a tremendous opportunity for a collector or investor who desires to own a unique and world-class objet d’art. It is a true masterpiece. This transfers as a modern firearm. Starting Bid $5000

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760. Judy Garland. Judy Garland at the Grove album signed and inscribed upside down on the back cover in blue ballpoint, “To Steve, Judy Garland.” In very good to fine condition, with light scuffing and a very small tack hole to the center (in the middle of Garland’s forehead).

The record is included. We have only seen a handful of authentically signed Garland albums in over 35 years—an extremely rare and desirable piece. Starting Bid $200

761. Audrey Hepburn. Stunning

matte-finish 11 x 14 silver gelatin Cecil Beaton portrait of Hepburn lounging on a sofa in her Eliza Doolittle costume from the classic 1964 musical My Fair Lady, signed and inscribed in the lower border in black felt tip, “To Gene, with thanks, Audrey Hepburn.”

Reverse bears a Beaton photography stamp. In fine condition, with minor adhesion trouble to last name of signature and a few light bends and corner creases. A marvelous photo of Hepburn as one of her most iconic characters—the photographer, Cecil Beaton, served as the art director, production designer, and costume designer for My Fair Lady, with his latter role earning him an Academy Award. Starting Bid $200

English entertainers and conjoined twins (1908–1969) who were exhibited in Europe as children, toured the United States sideshow, vaudeville and American burlesque circuits in the 1920s and 1930s, and were best known for their film appearances in cult classics Freaks and Chained for Life. Vintage sepia matte-finish 8 x 10 Smith Hollywood Studio portrait of Daisy and Violet Hilton, signed and inscribed in blue fountain pen, “April 10, 1931, To Dearest Beatrice, The sweetest girl we have ever known, I love you lots dear, Lovingly, Violet” and “To Darling Beatrice, we are so happy to have you with us again dear, Love from Daisy.”

In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

762. Audrey Hepburn and Mel Ferrer. Desirable glossy 10.25 x 8 Paramount Pictures promotional photo of Audrey Hepburn and Mel Ferrer in the 1956 film War and Peace, signed in the lower border in ballpoint, “Thank you—Audrey Hepburn” and “Tack! Mel Ferrer.” In very good to fine condition, with scattered creasing, and staple holes to the corners. Starting Bid $200

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763. Violet and Daisy Hilton.

Howard Hughes sells footage and moviemaking equipment to MGM 764. Howard Hughes and Louis B. Mayer. DS, signed “Howard R. Hughes” and “L. B. Mayer, V.P.,” two pages, 8.5 x 11, March 13, 1933. Agreement regarding the sale of stock footage and equipment

by Hughes’s Caddo Company to MGM, in part: “With reference to the film sold to you…we agree that…we will not sell or license the negative or positive print so retained by us…in any motion pictures produced by anyone other than The Caddo Company, Inc. or Hughes Products Co., Ltd. You, of course, shall have the right to use, sell, lease, license and/ or otherwise deal in or with respect to all or any negatives, lavender prints and/or positives sold to you under the terms…With reference to the equipment and the film sold to you…Said equipment and said film and all rights in and to the same are hereby transferred to you, free from and claim, lien or encumbrance.” Signed at the conclusion in fountain pen by Hughes as president of The Caddo Company, and countersigned by Louis B. Mayer as vice president of MGM. In very good to fine condition, with some creases, several folds, and staple holes and file holes to the top edge.

The Great Depression had sent Hughes and his Caddo Company into financial calamity, and he was ultimately forced to dissolve the company and sell off its assets. MGM took the opportunity to purchase aerial equipment and stock footage shot during the production of Hell’s Angels, which was integrated into the 1933 MGM releases of Today We Live and The White Sister. A fantastic document connecting two top movie moguls of Hollywood’s ‘Golden Age.’ Starting Bid $200

Two months after the premiere of Dr. No 765. James Bond: Cubby Broccoli. DS, signed “Albert

Romolo Broccoli,” one page, 8.5 x 13, December 20, 1962. Contract between Warfield Productions and Broccoli, in which both parties desire to terminate an employment agreement from July 1, 1961, that required Broccoli to “render his exclusive services to Warfield as the producer of feature length motion pictures.” Both parties agree to terminate the agreement “effective as of January 1, 1963.” Signed at the conclusion by Broccoli and countersigned

by Eli Parker. In fine condition. Alongside Canadian producer Harry Saltzman, Broccoli produced the first James Bond film, Dr. No, in 1962, through the parent production company Danjaq LLC, which was named after the first names of their respective wives—Dana and Jacqueline. In spite of mixed critical reviews, Dr. No proved a financial success, and marked the beginning of a partnership between Broccoli and Saltzman that would last until 1975. An uncommon early contract from the famed Agent 007 producer. Starting Bid $200

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Scarce first edition ‘novelization’ of King Kong 766. King Kong. Rare first

edition book: King Kong, conceived by Edgar Wallace and Merian C. Cooper, novelized by Delos W. Lovelace. First edition.

NY: Grosset & Dunlap, 1932.

Hardcover bound in original green cloth lettered in dark maroon, pictorial endpapers showing several action stills from the movie, with second-issue color pictorial dust jacket, 5.75 x 8.25, 249 pages.

Book condition: VG/VG-, with a gift inscription and ownership stamp to the half-title page, ownership stamp to final page, several toned tape repairs to interior of the dust jacket, some tape remnants and chipping to edges of the dust jacket, and some scratches to the dust jacket.

Featuring stills from the classic RKO thriller on the endpapers, Delos W. Lovelace’s original novelization of the film King Kong was released by Grosset & Dunlap in 1932 as part of the film’s advance marketing. Co-creator Merian Cooper was the key influence in King Kong’s development, with noted writer Edgar Wallace lending his well-recognized name to the screenplay; as Wallace passed away early in the creative process, the screenplay was ultimately authored by James Ashmore Creelman and Ruth Rose. This very rare first edition of the classic tale, released just over two months before the film’s premiere, represents a landmark achievement in the ‘monster thriller’ genre of American science fiction. Starting Bid $300

Bruce Lee’s training-used jump rope 767. Bruce Lee. Bruce Lee’s personally-owned and -used

magnificent top-quality wood-handled rubber tube jump rope, used by the kung fu master for footwork training. The jump rope features slender wooden handles attached to a rubber tube rope with weight spring at center. In fine condition, with toning to rubber from age. This jump robe was given directly by Bruce Lee to Herb Jackson, a close friend, student, and confidant of Lee who took an active role in improving Lee’s training equipment. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Jackson’s son, Mark Ashton-Jackson, in part: “This item was given to my father Herb Jackson as a gift from Bruce Lee in and around 1968…This item was used by Bruce Lee and is documented in many photos and magazines. It was a part of Bruce Lee’s training regime and helped better his physicality.” Also accompanied by images of Lee using a similar style of jump rope.

Lee practiced intensely with jump ropes after having observed that footwork was a crucial skill for success at boxing, and was particularly impressed by Muhammad Ali’s mastery of it, which helped him become the greatest boxer of all time. In keeping with Lee’s openness to incorporate new methods into his evolving martial art, he made footwork exercises a part of his training.

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Lee prepares for his Green Hornet debut

768. Bruce Lee. Personal check, 6 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Lee, “Bruce Lee,” payable to Greenway Trav-

eling for $129.60, August 16, 1966. In fine condition. Lee was living in a tiny apartment on Wilshire Boulevard in Westwood, California, preparing for his television debut on The Green Hornet, when he wrote this check. Producer William Dozier was so impressed by Lee’s audition for the scrapped show Number One Son, that he cast Lee as Van Williams’ crime-fighting sidekick Kato. Although The Green Hornet was canceled after a single season, Lee’s iconic portrayal of Kato enabled the actor to make three crossover appearances on the wildly popular live action Batman series between 1966 and 1967. Starting Bid $500

Original Oscar Berger caricatures of Leigh and Olivier 770. Vivien Leigh and Laurence Olivier. Wonderful pair of original sketches of Vivien Leigh and Laurence Olivier by acclaimed celebrity caricaturist Oscar Berger, accomplished in graphite on individual sheets of artist paper ranging in size from 9.5 x 11.75 to 10 x 14, with both caricatures signed in graphite by their respective subjects and artist. The drawings are affixed to slightly larger sheets.

In overall very good to fine condition, with a central horizontal fold to Leigh. Accompanied by two glossy press photos taken at the time of the drawings. Starting Bid $200

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Beautiful close-up of Leigh as Scarlett 771. Vivien Leigh.

Exquisite glossy 7.25 x 9 close-up photo of Leigh as Scarlett O’Hara from the 1939 classic Gone With the Wind, signed neatly in blue ballpoint. Archivally double-matted and framed with UV-resistant museum glass to an overall size of 14 x 16. In fine condition, with scattered light creasing. A highly desirable portrait of Leigh in her timeless Oscar-winning role. Starting Bid $200

772. Jayne Mansfield. Four signed color candid photos: a 3.5 x 5.25 photo of Mansfield wrapped in a fur stole, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Tommy, Love, Jayne Mansfield,” and stamp dated on the reverse June 1, 1965; a 5 x 7 photo of Mansfield holding a bouquet sitting next to her husband Mickey Hargitay, signed in black felt tip, and dated on the reverse March 1964; a stunning 5 x 7 of Mansfield looking over her shoulder, signed in black felt tip; and a 5 x 7 of Mansfield sitting in an automobile with a dog in her lap, signed and inscribed in red felt tip, “To Tommy, Lovingly, Jayne Mansfield.” In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

McQueen signs for “The only real Flapper in Hong Kong”

Rare color promo for 1937’s A Day at the Races

773. Marx Brothers. Very rare color vintage 8 x 10 cardstock promo photo for the 1937 film A Day at the Races, showing the comic trio in puppet form, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen, “To Cliff, Groucho Marx,” “Chico Marx,” and “Harpo Marx.” Harpo signs a second time over his image. The reverse features a colorful MGM promo caption. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication and grading holder, evaluating the autograph as “MINT 9.” In fine condition. A magnificent piece signed by the Marx Brothers, rarely seen in any type of color image. Starting Bid $200

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774. Steve McQueen. Fantastic vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of McQueen wearing a coat with popped collar, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Esther—The only real Flapper in Hong Kong—with love, Steve.” In fine condition, with a few small creases, light brushing to a couple of letters in the inscription, and some some light wear to the extreme bottom edge. Starting Bid $300

Unusual stock certificate signed twice, “Steven T. McQueen” 775. Steve McQueen. Rare DS, signed twice “Steven T. McQueen,” one page, 11 x 7.25, April 9, 1969. Stock certificate for 175 shares of the Solar Plastics Engineering Company issued to Steven T. McQueen. Signed at the conclusion in blue ballpoint

by McQueen as president of the company, with McQueen signing again on the reverse. Transfer receipt stub stapled to upper portion. In fine condition. A decidedly uncommon signed format from the ‘King of Cool.’ Starting Bid $200

Marvelous Marilyn portrait, inscribed with “Best Wishes and Love” 776. Marilyn Monroe. Stunning vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 studio portrait of Monroe in a beautiful strapless top, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “Best Wishes and Love to Lester, Marilyn Monroe.” In fine to very fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. A marvelous glamour shot of the iconic legend of the silver screen.

Starting Bid $2500

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“Marilyn Miller” shops at Bloomingdale’s 777. Marilyn Monroe. TLS signed “Marilyn Miller,” one page,

8.25 x 10.75, Marilyn Monroe Productions, Inc. letterhead, June 19, 1958. Letter to the famous Bloomingdale’s department store in New York City, in full: “The bearer, my secretary May Reis, is hereby authorized to shop in my behalf. Please extend the courtesy of my charge account to her.” Impressively matted and framed with a portrait of the glamorous movie star to an overall size of 14.5 x 27. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and some light creasing. Bloomingdale’s was reportedly Monroe’s favorite place to shop. Located in midtown Manhattan, their flagship store was a quasi-amusement park that offered the height of the 1950s retail experience. Monroe, or someone shopping on her behalf, would have found the most fashionable outfits and hottest products at the iconic outlet. This letter also boasts a scarce variation of Monroe’s signature, using her name from her marriage to playwright Arthur Miller. An outstanding piece of pop cultural history. Starting Bid $1000

Capitalizing on her bit part in All About Eve, Marilyn pitches “Sortilege perfume” 778. Marilyn Monroe. Early DS, one page, 8.5 x 13.5, September

28, 1950. Twentieth-Century Fox Film Corporation advertising release, granting “LeGalion Perfume Co. and/or Steve Hannagan the non-exclusive right to utilize the name and likeness of Marilyn Monroe…in connection with its product Sortilege perfume, in the following manner: Newspapers, magazines, window and counter displays…The following credit shall appear…’See Marilyn Monroe in Darryl F. Zanuck’s production All About Eve, a 20th Century-Fox Picture.’” Nicely signed at the conclusion in fountain pen by Monroe, and countersigned by executives from Fox and LeGalion. In very good to fine condition, with some light creasing, primarily to the top. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity and grading from PSA/DNA, evaluating the autograph as “8.”

Relatively unknown at the time, Marilyn Monroe was cast in the role of Miss Casswell in the 1950 film All About Eve. Monroe got the part after a lobbying campaign by her agent, despite Darryl Zanuck’s initial antipathy and belief that she was better suited to comedy. The inexperienced Monroe was awestruck by the film’s star, Bette Davis, and it took eleven takes to complete the scene in the theatre lobby; when Davis barked at her, Monroe left the set to vomit. The film received overwhelmingly positive reviews and was nominated for fourteen Academy Awards, winning six, including Best Picture. A desirable, early document that recognizes Marilyn’s marketability even before her Hollywood prime. Starting Bid $1000

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779. Marilyn Monroe. Marilyn Monroe Productions business check, 8.25 x 3, filled out in type and signed

by Monroe, “Marilyn Monroe,” payable to Metropolis Garage for $87.69, February 13, 1959. In fine condition, with staple holes to the upper left, and light staining to the right side just touching the end of the signature. At the time she wrote this check, Marilyn was between projects—filming had wrapped on the screwball comedy Some Like It Hot, which would be released the next month on March 29th, and she would begin shooting Let’s Make Love in early 1960. Starting Bid $500

Rare Gentlemen Prefer Blondes record signed by Marilyn

780. Marilyn Monroe. Gentlemen Prefer Blondes soundtrack album signed and inscribed on the back cover in

black ballpoint, “To Mark, I buy my records from your Dad, Love & Kisses to you, Marilyn Monroe.” In very good condition, with scuffing, a light circular stain, and separation along the edges. The record is included. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. A decidedly scarce and sought-after musical format from Monroe, whose iconic rendition of the song ‘Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend’ was listed as the 12th most important film song of all time by the American Film Institute. Starting Bid $1000

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On fan mail: “It’s one of the most gratifying aspects of theatre” 781. Paul Newman. Two letters graciously responding to fan mail: an ALS, one page, 6 x 9, March 26, 1955, to “Mr. Walsh,” in part: “All I can say is thanks.

I’m not only grateful, but amazed when people take time out to write (particularly since I know how murderously long it takes me me [sic] to find a pen and answer).

It’s one of the most gratifying aspects of theatre. The people who come backstage to see me—what can they say? But when someone takes time out and writes—I feel pretty certain its genuine”; and a TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, June 3, 1964, to Martin Cohen, in part: “Thank you very much for taking the time to write. I appreciate your kind comments and extend best personal wishes.” In fine condition. A desirable pairing of letters revealing Newman at different stages of his career—in 1955 he was primarily a Broadway actor, and probably got little fan mail, thus his lengthy and enthusiastic reply. By 1964, he had starred in Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, Exodus, The Hustler, and Hud, and was surely inundated by letters from admirers around the world. Starting Bid $200

782. Paul Newman. Ballpoint endorsement signature, “Paul C. Newman,” at the conclusion of a letter sent to him by Mrs. Paul M. Lord, headmistress at Kimberton Farms School, two pages, 8.5 x 11, August 7, 1968. Mrs. Lord’s letter, addressed to Newman’s son Scott, concerns his case for readmission to the school following dismissal for poor behavior. The letter recounts his stated commitments, and informs him of their acceptance: “The Admissions Committee recommended that you be given a chance to complete your high school work under these conditions…

We shall welcome you upon your return to Kimberton if you sincerely intend to abide by your promises.” Also includes a carbon copy of Paul Newman’s reply to the headmistress, August 20, 1968, in part: “Scott has been bailed out of a good many situations, and I felt that this was his problem and that he should be allowed to deal with it to the best of his ability…I’m grateful to both you and Reed for operating on the second chance theory, and I will see you before the start of school.” In fine condition, with some light staining, and trivial paper loss, to the right edge. Starting Bid $200

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783. Frank Sinatra. Spectacular color glossy 11 x 14 photo of a young Sinatra in a suit and bow tie, signed in person in blue felt tip. In fine condition. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. Starting Bid $200

The Duke signs for “a guardian of the law in the ‘Arnold’ style” 784. John Wayne.

Terrific matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of Wayne in western attire with carbine and six-shooter at the ready, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “John—a guardian of the law in the ‘Arnold’ style, John Wayne.” In fine condition, with some scattered light creasing, mostly to edges and a small tear to bottom edge, which could be easily matted out.Starting Bid $200

785. Orson Welles. TLS, one page, 8 x 11, August

1, 1959. Letter to Belgian author, filmmaker, and documentarist Henri Storck, in part: “You may use my name in advertising, posters, and other publicity along the lines you suggested if you are willing to give me another thousand dollars. Otherwise, I’m afraid I must abide by my lawyers’ advice and ask you to respect the contract as it was originally drawn up.” In very good condition, with creasing, wrinkling, and light show-through from mounting at the upper corners. Starting Bid $200

Striking costume sketch by the noted horror director 786. James Whale. British-born film director (1889–1957) who helmed

such horror classics as Frankenstein, The Bride of Frankenstein, and The Invisible Man. After a series of strokes left Whale physically weak, he committed suicide by throwing himself into his swimming pool. Fantastic original costume sketch of a tall man in a handsome suit, clutching his lapels, accomplished in graphite and watercolor on an off-white 6.5 x 8.5 sheet by Whale, who signs below, “J. Whale—1920,” and adds a character notation to the left side, “Cyprian Matthews as ‘William Tucker.’” Nicely double-matted and framed to an overall size of 13 x 15. In fine condition, with a few faint stains along the edges.

A decade before his debut in cinema, Whale had garnered acclaim for himself as a set and costume designer on the British theater scene. Having enlisted in the army during World War I and commissioned a second lieutenant, he was captured and made a prisoner of war in 1917. It was during this imprisonment that Whale discovered a flare for staging theatrical productions, leading him to an eventual encounter with Frankenstein’s monster. Whale’s autograph remains quite rare in any form, making this original sketch a particularly desirable example. Starting Bid $300

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787. Abbott and Costello Starting Bid $200

791. Actors and Actresses Starting Bid $200

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797. Ingrid Bergman Starting Bid $200

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790. Actors

793. Fred Astaire

789. Academy Award Winners

788. J. J. Abrams

792. Actors and Actresses Starting Bid $200

794. Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers

795. Cecil Beaton

796. Ingrid Bergman

798. Beverly Hillbillies: Raymond Bailey

799. Mel Brooks

800. Pierce Brosnan

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801. Billie Burke

802. Art Carney and Dustin Hoffman

803. Gary Cooper

804. Jackie Cooper

805. Francis Ford Coppola

806. Lou Costello

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808. George Cukor

810. Larry David

811. Marion Davies

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807. Cujo

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809. Linda Darnell Starting Bid $200

812. Sammy Davis, Jr Starting Bid $200

813. Olivia de Havilland

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814. Dolores Del Rio

815. Cecil B. deMille

816. Johnny Depp

818. Angie Dickinson

819. Marlene Dietrich

820. Melvyn Douglas Starting Bid $200

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822. Clint Eastwood

823. Clint Eastwood

824. Entourage

825. Evil Dead: Tom Sullivan

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826. Douglas Fairbanks

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827. Federico Fellini Starting Bid $200

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817. Bo Derek

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821. E. R.

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828. Federico Fellini Starting Bid $200

829. Victor Fleming

830. Errol Flynn

831. Friday the 13th

832. Clark Gable

833. Ava Gardner

834. Judy Garland

835. Greer Garson

836. William Gillette

837. Gone With the Wind: McQueen

838. Gone With the Wind: McQueen

839. Betty Grable

840. The Graduate

841. Cary Grant

842. Alec Guinness

843. Adelaide Hall

844. Halloween

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845. Tom Hanks

846. Richard Harris

847. Laurence Harvey

848. Tippi Hedren

849. Tippi Hedrin

850. Hugh Hefner

851. Jim Henson

852. Jim Henson

853. Audrey Hepburn

854. Dustin Hoffman

855. The Honeymooners

856. Bob Hope

859. Boris Karloff

860. Stanley Kramer

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857. James Bond: Robert McGinnis Starting Bid $200

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858. Jaws: Benchley and Williams Starting Bid $200

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861. Angela Lansbury

862. Laverne and Shirley

863. Peter Lawford

864. Vivien Leigh

865. Vivien Leigh and Laurence Olivier

866. Sergio Leone

867. Sophia Loren

868. Bela Lugosi

869. Marcel Marceau

870. Marcello Mastroianni

872. Toshiro Mifune

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871. Malcolm McDowell

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874. Marilyn Monroe

875. Marilyn Monroe

876. Marilyn Monroe

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873. Marilyn Monroe Starting Bid $200

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877. Marilyn Monroe and Anna Magnani

878. Marilyn Monroe and Arthur Miller

879. Marilyn Monroe and Keith Andes

880. Marilyn Monroe and Laurence Olivier

881. Marilyn Monroe and Tony Curtis

882. Marilyn Monroe, Miller, and Montad

883. Marilyn Monroe: George Barris

884. Marilyn Monroe: George Barris

885. Marilyn Monroe: George Barris

886. Roger Moore

887. Munsters: Al Lewis

888. Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward

891. Gary Oldman

892. Our Gang: Sherwood Bailey

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889. Night of the Living Dead

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890. Peter O’Toole

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893. Al Pacino

894. Slim Pickens

895. Claude Rains

897. Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce

898. Robert Redford

899. Keanu Reeves

900. Risky Business

901. Edward G. Robinson

902. Ginger Rogers

903. Will Rogers

904. Arnold Schwarzenegger

905. Martin Scorsese

906. Martin Sheen

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907. Ann Sheridan Starting Bid $200

896. Basil Rathbone Starting Bid $200

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908. Sherlock Holmes: Dennis Hoey Starting Bid $200

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909. Lee Shubert Starting Bid $200

910. Barbara Stanwyck

911. Star Wars Starting Bid $200

912. Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back

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914. Tarzan

915. Elizabeth Taylor

916. Elizabeth Taylor

917. John Travolta

918. The Walking Dead

919. Raquel Welch

920. Orson Welles

921. Gene Wilder

922. Robert Wise

923. Joseph Wiseman

924. Darryl F. Zanuck

913. James Stewart

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The John Brennan Collection For more than 40 years, John Brennan has collected in-person autographs, across the country and around the world. He’s legendary in the autograph community for his passion for the hobby and for his ability to meet thousands of celebrities across many genres. RR Auction is pleased to offer other passionate collectors select items from John Brennan’s vast collection, including famous names from music, Hollywood, and beyond, in a variety of formats.

Holly Golightly and her ‘little black dress’

925. Tim Burton. Desirable pair of original felt tip sketches

by director Tim Burton on individual off-white 11 x 14 sheets.

The drawings feature Jack Skellington and Sally, the two protagonists from the 1993 animated dark fantasy The Nightmare Before Christmas, with each sketch signed below by Burton.

In overall fine condition. Starting Bid $200

927. Audrey Hepburn. Exquisite color glossy 10 x 8 photo of Hepburn wearing her little black dress as socialite Holly Golightly in the classic 1961 film Breakfast at Tiffany’s, signed in blue felt tip. In very fine condition. Starting Bid $200

928.

Paul Newman. Hand-

926. The Godfather. The Godfather Suite album signed on the front cover in blue paint pen by Al Pacino, Robert Duvall, James Caan, and Diane Keaton. In very good condition, with moderate creasing, mostly to the left side. The record is included. Starting Bid $200

some satin-finish 11 x 14 photo of Paul Newman early in his career as a leading man, signed in blue felt tip. Reverse bears an affixed Beckett Authentication Services label. In very fine condition. Starting Bid $200

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929. 1980s Actresses

930. 1990s Actresses Starting Bid $200

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931. ABBA

932. Allman Brothers

933. Pamela Anderson

934. Christina Applegate

935. The Band: Robbie Robertson

936. The Beach Boys

937. Big Audio Dynamite

938. The Big Bang Theory

939. Black Sabbath

940. Blue Oyster Cult

941. James Brown

942. Dave Brubeck

943. George Carlin

944. David Cassidy

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945. Eric Clapton

946. Tom Cruise

947. Daniel Day-Lewis

948. Robert De Niro

949. Neil Diamond

950. Bo Diddley

951. Dirty Dancing

952. Fats Domino

953. Donovan

954. The Doors

955. Clint Eastwood

956. Easy Rider

957. Easy Rider: Dennis Hopper

958. The Everly Brothers

959. Harrison Ford

960. Michael J. Fox

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961. Aretha Franklin

962. Grease

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963. Tom Hanks

965. Philip Seymour Hoffman

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967. James Gang Starting Bid $200

971. Led Zeppelin: Robert Plant Starting Bid $200

972. Loggins and Messina Starting Bid $200

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964. Bill Hanna and Joe Barbera Starting Bid $200

966. Whitney Houston Starting Bid $200

968. Jefferson Airplane

969. Elton John

970. B. B. King

973. Courtney Love

974. Dean Martin

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975. Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis

977. The Monkees

978. Monty Python

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976. Malcolm McDowell

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979. Roger Moore

980. Van Morrison

981. Willie Nelson

982. Jack Nicholson

984. Gary Oldman

985. Gary Oldman

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983. Peter O’Toole Starting Bid $200

986. Al Pacino

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987. Al Pacino

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988. Parliament Starting Bid $200

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989. Luciano Pavarotti Starting Bid $200

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990. Pearl Jam: Eddie Vedder

991. Tom Petty

992. Pink Floyd: Roger Waters

994. Rolling Stones

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997. Diana Ross Starting Bid $200

1000. Sex in the City Starting Bid $200

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993. Rainbow

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995. Rolling Stones: Keith Richards

996. Sonny Rollins

998. Saturday Night Fever

999. Scorpions

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1001. Simon and Garfunkel Starting Bid $200

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1002. Smashing Pumpkins Starting Bid $200

1003. The Sopranos Starting Bid $200

1004. Phil Spector Starting Bid $200

1005. Barbra Streisand

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1006. James Taylor

1007. John Travolta

1008. U2: Bono

1009. Eddie Van Halen

1010. Denzel Washington

1011. Raquel Welch Starting Bid $200

1012. The Who: Daltrey and Townshend

1013. The Who: Pete Townshend

1015. Yes

1016. Neil Young

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1014. Kate Winslet Starting Bid $200

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1017. ZZ Top

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sports

“Cassius Clay” trains in London, 1963 1018. Muhammad Ali.

Menu from the Jack of Clubs nightclub in London, 10 x 14.75, signed and inscribed inside in blue ballpoint, “To Jo, from Cassius Clay, Good Luck, 1963.” In very good to fine condition, with creasing to the outside and upper corners, and a PSA/DNA label affixed to the lower corner.

Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. The consignor notes that the signature was obtained in June 1963 while Clay was in London training for his fight with Henry Cooper. On June 18th, Clay defeated Cooper in the fifth round via TKO. Starting Bid $200

A heavyweight’s autograph book, inscribed by Braddock, Dempsey, and Ali 1020. Boxing. Amateur heavyweight boxer Hugh ‘Pat’ Floyd’s personal vintage circa 1930s–1960s leatherbound autograph album, 5.25 x 4, signed and inscribed inside by more than 80 boxers and boxing-related figures, with highlights including James J. Braddock, Jack Dempsey, Primo Carnera, Muhammad Ali, and Nat Fleischer. Additional signers include: William J. Dees, Len Cook, W. L. J. van Rensburg, Johnny Williams, Ted ‘Kid’ Lewis, Harry Mallin, Jim Howell, Stu Rogers, the 1935 British Amateur Boxing Association team (Jack Treadaway, Wally Pack, Laurie Case, Albert Barnes, Jack Pattinger, Frank Frost, Fred Simpson, J. W. Jackson, E. T. Ryan, Dan Lynch, Alf Shawyer, Tony Stuart, Tom Griffin, and Pat Floyd), Daniel O’Mahoney, Joe Bowker, Norwegian and Swedish boxing teams, Tommy Farr, Petey Sarron, Jim Watt, Kenny Cooper, Tony Sibson, and cartoonist Hugh McClelland. In fine condition.

Floyd’s amateur career stretched from the 1920s to the 1940s, and he won the Amateur Boxing Association (ABA) title four times. He represented England in the European Championships in Budapest in 1934, was the Empire Games champion and captain, and won the Golden Gloves tournament in New York in the summer of 1935. A desirable album filled with some of the great boxing names of the 20th century. Starting Bid $200

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Marvelous color portrait of the Pirates legend

1021. Roberto Clemente. Stunning color 7.25 x 8.25 cardstock photo of the legendary Pittsburgh Pirates right fielder in uniform, crisply signed in blue ballpoint, “Roberto Clemente.” Also bears a facsimile signature to the right side. Nicely double-matted and framed to an overall size of 14.5 x 15.5. In fine condition. A choice, clean example, rarely seen in autographed color photos—superlative in every respect. Starting Bid $200

1022.

Enzo Ferrari. TLS in Ital-

ian, signed “Ferrari,” one page, 6.25 x 4, Ferrari letterhead, October 9, 1978. In full (translated): “Thank you for your letter of September 18th and many kind regards.” In very fine condition. Starting Bid $200

1 0 2 3 . Wa l t e r Hagen. Vintage

glossy 7 x 9.25 photo of Hagen teeing off, signed and inscribed in black ink, “To my good friend Rev. Ervin Gerkin, Golfingly, Walter Hagen 1960.”

Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 13.75 x 16.75.

In very good to fine condition, with light dampstaining touching the inscription.

Starting Bid $200

1024. Kenesaw M. Landis. TLS signed “K. M. Landis,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Commissioner of Baseball letterhead, December 29, 1939. Letter to Mrs. M. Humes of Chicago, in full: “My acknowledgment of your favor of Dec. 28 and my deep satisfaction thereat.

Your head and hand both function. May that continue for many years. All good wishes.” In fine condition, with light toning to the right edge. Starting Bid $200

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1027. Rocky Marciano. Su-

perb vintage glossy 7 x 8.5 photo of a painting of Marciano working a speedbag, signed and inscribed in grease pencil, “To my friend ‘Nilel’ Mac MacVey, Rocky Marciano.” In very good to fine condition, with trimmed edges and scattered light creasing. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Starting Bid $200

1025. Joe Louis. Ink signature, “Joe Louis,” on an off-white

4.75 x 3 card affixed to the opening page of a commemorative first edition of the book Joe Louis: 50 Years an American Hero, hardcover, published by McGraw-Hill Book Company in 1988. In fine condition. Starting Bid $200

1026. Mickey Mantle. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, personal

letterhead, no date but circa 1984–1985. Letter to “Mike,” in part: “I’d like to take this opportunity to thank you for becoming a member of the ‘Mickey Mantle Collectors Club.’ As a major league rookie, you hope that one day your accomplishments on the field will merit the recognition of baseball fans. To be remembered so many years later by collectors, the most ardent fans of all, is something I never dreamed would be possible.”

In fine condition. Accompanied by an unpostmarked mailing envelope, Mickey Mantle Collectors Club order form and price list, and membership card. Starting Bid $200

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1028. Rocky Marciano. Uncommon ALS, one page on a 5.5 x 3.5 postcard for “Bill’s Gay Nineties,” postmarked on August 2, 1952. Letter to his Army buddy Joe Sarelli, in full: “What’s the matter Joe thing OK let me know how every thing is OK Pal regards to Family.” In fine condition, with light wear. Marciano had knocked out Harry Matthews at Yankee Stadium only days earlier on July 28th, and he would go on to defeat Jersey Joe Walcott for the heavyweight title in September. Starting Bid $200

1030. Satchel Paige. Partly-

1029. Mel Ott and Bill Terry. FDC with a cachet honoring the centennial of baseball, postmarked at Cooperstown in 1939, nicely signed in fountain pen, “Mel Ott” and “Wm. H. Bill Terry.” In fine condition, with a central vertical fold. A desirable combination of Giants Hall of Famers. Starting Bid $200

printed DS, one page, 5.5 x 8.5, September 19, 1980. Receipt from Houseman Ready Mix, Inc., in which Paige confirms receipt of a $366.19 order of concrete. In fine condition, with light handling wear. Starting Bid $200

1031. Glenn ‘Pop’ Warner. Football coach (1871–1954)

responsible for devising the double-wing formation. ALS signed “Pop,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Temple University Council on Athletics letterhead, April 12, 1935. Warner writes to “Jimmy,” in part: “We will be glad to see you and any boys you bring here any Saturday morning at the stadium at ten o’clock or at any other time…However if you come any other day except Saturday you should be there at around 3 P.M. Thanks again for your interest.” In fine condition, with light overall wrinkling.

Starting Bid $200

1032. Ted Williams. Fantastic vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo

of Williams taking a swing in his Boston Red Sox cap, neatly signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To the Ken Brownes, Best Wishes, Ted Williams, 1955.” In very good to fine condition, with scattered light creasing. Starting Bid $200

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1033. Muhammad Ali

1034. Muhammad Ali

1035. Muhammad Ali

1036. Muhammad Ali

1037. Baseball

1038. Baseball Starting Bid $200

1039. Baseball Hall of Famers

1040. Jim Brown

1041. Chicago White Sox

1042. Joe Cronin

1043. Jack Dempsey

1044. Joe DiMaggio

1045. Joe DiMaggio

1046. Joe DiMaggio

1047. Juan Manuel Fangio

1048. Roger Federer

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

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Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

1049. Reggie Jackson

1050. Jake LaMotta

1051. Mickey Mantle

1053. Roger Maris

1054. Jesse Owens

1055. Arnold Palmer Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

1057. Scottie Pippen

1058. Phil Rizzuto

1059. Bill Russell

1060. San Francisco Giants: Alou Brothers

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

1061. Jersey Joe Walcott Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

1062. Ted Williams Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

Starting Bid $200

1063. Ted Williams Starting Bid $200

1052. Rocky Marciano Starting Bid $200

1056. Pele

Starting Bid $200

1064. Carl Yastrzemski Starting Bid $200

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CONDITIONS OF SALE ANYONE EITHER REGISTERING TO BID OR PLACING A BID (“BIDDER”) ACCEPTS THESE CONDITIONS OF SALE AND ENTERS INTO A LEGALLY, BINDING, ENFORCEABLE AGREEMENT WITH R&R AUCTION COMPANY OF MASSACHUSETTS, LLC (“RR AUCTION,” TOGETHER WITH BIDDER, THE “PARTIES”).

The following terms and conditions (“Conditions of Sale”) constitute the sole terms and conditions under which RR Auction will offer for sale and sell the property described in the catalog of items for auction (the “Catalog”). These Conditions of Sale constitute a binding agreement between the Parties with respect to the auction in which Bidder participates (the “Auction”). By bidding at the Auction, whether in person, through an agent or representative, by telephone, facsimile, online, absentee bid, or by any other form of bid or by any other means, Bidder acknowledges the thorough reading and understanding of all of these Conditions of Sale, all descriptions of items in the Catalog, and all matters incorporated herein by reference, and agrees to be fully bound thereby. This acknowledgement is a material term of these Conditions of Sale and of the consideration under which RR Auction agrees to these terms.

RR Auction and Auction: This Auction is presented by RR Auction, a d/b/a/ of R&R Auction Company of Massachusetts, LLC, as identified with the applicable licensing information on the title page of the Catalog or on the www.RRauction.com Internet site (“RRauction.com”).

The Auction is conducted under these Conditions of Sale. Announcements and corrections from the podium at live auctions and those made through the Conditions of Sale appearing on the Internet at RRauction.com supersede those in the printed Catalog.

Bidder: Bidder shall mean the original Bidder on the property offered for sale by RR Auction and not any subsequent owner or other person who may acquire or have acquired an interest therein.

If Bidder is an agent, the agency must be disclosed in writing to RR Auction prior to the time of sale, otherwise the benefits of the warranty shall be limited to the agent and not transferable to the undisclosed principal.

The rights granted to Bidder under these Conditions of Sale are personal and may not be assigned or transferred to any other person or entity, whether by operation of law or otherwise without the express written assent of RR Auction. Bidder may not transfer, assign, or otherwise convey these Conditions of Sale or any of the rights herein, and such purported transfer, assignment, or conveyance shall be null and void. No third party may rely on any benefit or right conferred on any Bidder by these Conditions of Sale, and no third party is intended as a beneficiary of these Conditions of Sale.

Bids will not be accepted from minor persons under eighteen (18) years of age without a parent’s written consent containing an acknowledgment of the Conditions of Sale herein and indicating their agreement to be bound thereby on behalf of the Bidder.

All Bidders must meet RR Auction’s qualifications to bid. Any Bidder who is not a client in good standing of RR Auction may be disqualified at RR Auction’s sole option and will not be

awarded lots. Such determination may be made by RR Auction in its sole and unlimited discretion, at any time prior to, during, or even after the close of the Auction. RR Auction reserves the right to exclude any person from the Auction.

If an entity places a bid, then the person executing the bid on behalf of the entity agrees to personally guarantee payment for any successful bid.

By accepting the Conditions of Sale, Bidder personally and unconditionally guarantees payment.

Credit: In order to place bids, Bidders who have not established credit with RR Auction must either furnish satisfactory credit information (including two collectibles-related business references) or supply additional information if requested, well in advance of the Auction. Bidders who are not members of RRAuction.com should pre-register before the close of the Auction to allow adequate time to contact references. Credit will be granted at the discretion of RR Auction. Additionally Bidders who have not previously established credit or who wish to bid in excess of their established credit history may be required to provide their social security number, or the last four digits thereof, so a credit check may be performed prior to RR Auction’s acceptance of a bid. Check writing privileges and immediate delivery of merchandise may also be determined by pre-approval of credit based on a combination of criteria: RRAuction.com history, related industry references, bank verification, a credit bureau report and/or a personal guarantee for a corporate or partnership entity in advance of the Auction venue.

Buyer’s Premium: The Bidder acknowledges and agrees that a 22.5% buyer’s premium will be added to the hammer price on all individual lots sold in timed Auctions (the “Buyer’s Timed Premium”), and a 25% buyer’s premium will be added to the hammer price on live Auctions (the “Buyer’s Live Premium,” together with the Buyer’s Timed Premium, the “Buyer’s Premium”). For payment other than by cash, delivery will not be made unless and until full payment has been received by RR Auction, i.e., check or wired funds have fully cleared. Unless otherwise agreed in writing, signed by RR Auction, payment in full is due within thirteen (13) calendar days of the Auction or within twelve (12) calendar days of the invoice date, whichever is later. All purchases delivered to Massachusetts are subject to applicable Massachusetts sales tax unless the purchaser possesses a Massachusetts sales tax exemption number. Pennsylvania sales or use tax may be due in connection with the purchase and delivery of tangible personal property to Pennsylvania individuals and businesses.The purchaser is required to file a use tax return if tax is due in connection with the purchase and delivery in the Commonwealth. This notice is required pursuant to the provisions of the Tax Reform Code of 1971. 72 P.S. § 7213.2.

Bidding: Each Bidder’s determination of its bid should be based upon its own examination of the item(s), rather than the strict reliance as to what is represented in the Catalog, online or elsewhere.

In any purchase or sale, the value of the item(s) is determined by the price. THE BIDDER HEREBY ASSUMES ALL RISKS OF VALUATION CONCERNING ANY AND ALL PURCHASES. RR AUCTION IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ERRORS IN BIDDING. A Bidder should make certain to bid on the correct lot and that the bid is the maximum (plus the Buyer’s Premium)

that the Bidder is willing and able to pay. Since other Bidders (by mail, facsimile, online, and in person) will be present, and since a re-offering could damage the momentum of the sale, once the hammer has fallen and RR Auction has announced the winning Bidder, such Bidder is unconditionally bound to pay for the lot, even if the Bidder has made a mistake.

All prospective Bidders who examine lots in person prior to the sale shall personally assume all responsibility for any damage they cause in so doing. RR Auction shall have sole discretion in determining the value of the damage caused, which shall be promptly paid by the prospective Bidder.

Title to any lot remains with Consignor, any secured party of the Consignor, or assignee of Consignor, as the case may be, until the lot is paid for in full by Bidder. RR Auction reserves the right to require payment in full before delivering any lot to the successful Bidder.

It is the Bidder’s responsibility and obligation to have the lots fully insured while in their possession. Bidder assumes any and all RISK OF LOSS once the lot(s) is in Bidder’s possession.

Bidder grants to RR Auction or its assigns the right to offset any sums due, or found to be due by RR Auction, and to make such offset from any past, subsequent or future consignment, or items acquired by Bidder in possession or control of RR Auction or from any sums due to Bidder by RR Auction. Bidder further grants RR Auction a purchase money security interest in such sums or items to the extent applicable, and agrees to execute such documents as may be reasonably necessary to grant RR Auction such security interest. Bidder agrees that RR Auction and its assigns shall be a secured party with respect to items bought by Bidder and in the possession of RR Auction, to the extent of the maximum indebtedness, plus all accrued expenses, until the indebtedness is paid.

By bidding in this sale, Bidder personally and unconditionally guarantees payment. The authorized representative of any corporate Bidder who is present at the sale shall provide RR Auction or its agent, prior to the commencement of the bidding (or at the time of registration), with a statement signed by a principal, director or officer that they he or she personally and unconditionally guarantees any payment due RR Auction.

RR Auction may at its sole and absolute discretion, make loans or advances to Consignors and/or prospective Bidders.

In the event of a successful challenge to the title to any goods purchased pursuant to these Conditions of Sale and the exclusive remedies provided herein, RR Auction agrees to reimburse any Bidder in an amount equal to the successful bid price actually paid by Bidder at auction plus any Buyer’s Premium actually paid, in full and complete satisfaction of all claims, which once tendered by RR Auction, relieves and releases RR Auction from any responsibility whatsoever to the Bidder, even if the instrument is not cashed or is returned.

Bidding Options: Non-Internet bids (including but not limited to in-person, facsimile, phone and mail bids) are treated similarly to floor bids in that they must be on-increment. Any in-person, facsimile, phone, or mail bids that do not conform to a full increment will be rounded up or down to the nearest full increment and this revised amount will be considered Bidder’s high bid.

When identical mail or facsimile bids are submitted, preference is given to the first received. To ensure the greatest accuracy, written bids should be entered on the standard printed bid sheet and be received at RR Auction’s place of business at least twenty-four (24) hours before the Auction start. RR Auction is not responsible for executing mail bids or facsimile bids received on or after the day the first lot is sold, nor Internet bids submitted after the published closing time; nor is RR Auction responsible for proper execution of bids submitted by telephone, mail, facsimile, e-mail, Internet, or in person once the Auction begins.

In all Auctions, bids on an item must raise the current high bid by at least 10%, or as specified on a per-Auction basis. Bids will be accepted in whole dollar amounts only. No “buy” or “unlimited” bids will be accepted. In a live sale, bids on an item can change at the discretion of RR Auction.

RR Auction reserves the right to accept or decline any bid. Bids must be for an entire lot and each lot constitutes a separate sale. All bids are per lot unless otherwise announced. Live auction lots will be sold in their numbered sequence unless RR Auction directs otherwise. It is unlawful and illegal for Bidders to collude, pool, or agree with another Bidder to pay less than the fair value for lot(s). For live auctions, RR Auction will have final discretion in the event that any dispute should arise between Bidders. RR Auction will determine the successful Bidder, cancel the sale, or re-offer and resell the lot or lots in dispute. RR Auction will have final discretion to resolve any disputes arising after the sale and in online auctions. If any dispute arises, RR Auction’s sale record is conclusive.

Payment: Subject to fulfillment of all of the Conditions of Sale set forth herein, upon the sooner of (1) the passing of title to the offered lot pursuant to these Conditions of Sale, or (2) possession of the offered lot by the Bidder, Bidder thereupon (a) assumes full risk and responsibility (including without limitation, liability for or damage to frames or glass covering prints, paintings, photos, or other works), and (b) will immediately pay the full purchase price or such part as RR Auction may require. In addition to other remedies available to RR Auction by law, RR Auction reserves the right to impose from the date of sale a late charge of 1.5% per month of the total purchase price if payment is not made in accordance with the conditions set forth herein. All property must be removed from RR Auction’s premises by the Bidder at his/her expense not later than thirty (30) business days following its sale and, if it is not so removed, RR Auction may send the purchased property to a public warehouse for the account, at the risk and expense of the Bidder.

Payment is due upon closing of the Auction session, or upon presentment of an invoice. RR Auction reserves the right to void an invoice if payment in full is not received within thirteen (13) calendar days of the Auction or within twelve (12) calendar days of the invoice date. In cases of nonpayment, RR Auction’s election to void a sale does not relieve the Bidder from their obligation to pay RR Auction its fees (seller’s and Buyer’s Premium) on the lot and any other damages pertaining to the lot.

All sales are strictly for cash in United States dollars (including U.S. currency, bank wire, cashier checks, eChecks, and bank money orders), and are subject to all reporting requirements.

All deliveries are subject to good funds; funds being received in RR Auction’s account before delivery of the Purchases; and all payments are subject to a clearing period. RR Auction reserves the right to determine if a check constitutes “good funds”: checks drawn on a U.S. bank are subject to a ten (10) calendar day hold, and ten (10) business days when drawn on an international bank. Clients with pre-arranged credit status may receive immediate credit for payments via e-Check, personal or corporate checks. In all circumstances, the Auction House prefers payment by Bank Wire transfer.

In the event that a Bidder’s payment is dishonored upon presentment(s), Bidder shall pay the maximum statutory processing fee set by applicable state law. If Bidder attempts to pay via check and the financial institution denies the transfer from Bidder’s bank account, or the payment cannot be completed using the selected funding source, Bidder agrees to complete payment.

If RR Auction refers any invoice to an attorney for collection, the Bidder agrees to pay attorney’s fees, court costs, and other collection costs incurred by RR Auction. If RR Auction assigns collection to its house counsel, such attorney’s time expended on the matter shall be compensated at a rate comparable to the hourly rate of independent attorneys.

RR Auction shall have a lien against the merchandise purchased by the Bidder to secure payment of the Auction invoice.

RR Auction is further granted a lien and the right to retain possession of any other property of the Bidder then held by RR Auction or its affiliates to secure payment of any Auction invoice or any other amounts due RR Auction or affiliates from the Bidder. With respect to these lien rights, RR Auction shall have all the rights of a secured creditor, including but not limited to the right of sale. In addition, with respect to payment of the Auction invoice(s), the Bidder waives any and all rights of offset he might otherwise have against RR Auction and the consignor of the merchandise included on the invoice (the “Consignor”). If a Bidder owes RR Auction or its affiliates on any account, RR Auction and its affiliates shall have the right to offset such unpaid account by any credit balance due Bidder, and it may secure by possessory lien any unpaid amount by any of the Bidder’s property in their possession.

All checks, cashiers checks, bank checks, or money orders are payable to R&R Auction Company of Massachusetts, LLC. Delivery; Shipping; and Handling Charges: Bidder is liable for shipping and handling. RR Auction is unable to combine purchases from other auctions or affiliates into one package for shipping purposes. Lots won will be shipped in a commercially reasonable time after payment in good funds for the merchandise and the shipping fees is received or credit extended, except when third-party shipment occurs. Bidder agrees that service and handling charges related to shipping items which are not pre-paid may be charged to a credit card on file with RR Auction.

Successful international Bidders shall provide written shipping instructions, including specified Customs declarations, to RR Auction for any lots to be delivered outside of the United States. NOTE: Declaration value shall be the item’(s) hammer price and RR Auction shall use the correct harmonized code for the lot. Domestic Bidders on lots designated for third-party shipment must designate the common carrier, accept risk of loss, and prepay shipping costs.

Title: Title shall not pass to the successful Bidder until all invoices are paid in full. It is the responsibility of the Bidder to provide adequate insurance coverage for the items once they have been delivered to a common carrier or third-party shipper.

Rights Reserved: RR Auction reserves the right to withdraw any lot before or at the time of the Auction, and/or to postpone the Auction of all or any lots or parts thereof, for any reason. RR Auction shall not be liable to any Bidder in the event of such withdrawal or postponement under any circumstances. RR Auction reserves the right to refuse to accept bids from anyone.

Conducting the Auction: RR Auction reserves the right to postpone the Auction or any session thereof for a reasonable period of time for any reason whatsoever, and no Bidder or prospective Bidder shall have any claim as a result thereof, including consequential damages.

RR Auction’s Discretion: RR Auction shall determine opening bids and bidding increments. RR Auction has the right in its absolute discretion to reject any bid in the event of dispute between Bidders or if RR Auction has doubt as to the validity of any bid, to advance the bidding at its absolute discretion and to determine the successful Bidder in the event of a dispute between Bidders, to continue the bidding or to reoffer and resell the lot in question.

In the event of a dispute after the sale, RR Auction’s record of final sale shall be conclusive. RR Auction also may reject any bid if RR Auction decides either that any bid is below the reserve of the lot or article or that an advance is insufficient.

Unless otherwise announced by RR Auction at the time of sale, no lots may be divided for the purpose of sale.

Reserves: Lots may be subject to a reserve which is the confidential minimum price below which the lot will not be sold. Consignors may not bid on their own lots or property. RR Auction may, from time to time, bid on items that it does not own.

Off-Site Bidding: Bidding by telephone, facsimile, online, or absentee bidding (advance written bids submitted by mail) are offered solely as a convenience and permitted subject to advance arrangements, availability, and RR Auction’s approval which shall be exercised at RR Auction’s sole discretion. Neither RR Auction nor its agents or employees shall be held liable for the failure to execute bids or for errors relating to any transmission or execution thereof. In order to be considered for off-site bidding in any manner, Bidders must comply with all of these Conditions of Sale and the terms contained on the Registration Form.

RR Auction’s Remedies: Failure of the Bidder to comply with any of these Conditions of Sale or the terms of the Registration Form is an event of default. In such event, RR Auction may, in addition to any other available remedies specifically including the right to hold the defaulting Bidder liable for the Purchase Price or to charge and collect from the defaulting Bidder’s credit or debit accounts as provided for elsewhere herein: (a) cancel the sale, retaining any payment made by the Bidder as damages (the Bidder understands and acknowledges that RR Auction will be substantially damaged should such default occur, and that damages under sub-part (a) are necessary to compensate RR Auction for such damages); (b) resell the property without reserve at

public auction or privately; (c) charge the Bidder interest on the Purchase Price at the rate of one and one-half percent (1.5%) per month or the highest allowable interest rate; (d) take any other action that RR Auction, in its sole discretion, deems necessary or appropriate to preserve and protect RR Auction’s rights and remedies. Should RR Auction resell the property, the original defaulting Bidder shall be liable for the payment of any deficiency in the purchase price and all costs and expenses associated there with, including but not limited to warehousing, sales-related expenses, reasonable attorney fees and court costs, commissions, incidental damages and any other charges due hereunder which were not collected or collectable. In the event that such Bidder is the successful Bidder on more than one lot and pays less than the purchase price for the total lots purchased, RR Auction shall apply the payment received to such lot or lots that RR Auction, in its sole discretion, deems appropriate. If RR Auction does not exercise such discretion, the lots to which the payment shall be applied will be in descending order from the highest purchase price to the lowest. Any Bidder failing to comply with these Conditions of Sale shall be deemed to have granted RR Auction a security interest in, and RR Auction may retain as collateral such security for such Bidder’s obligations to RR Auction, any property in RR Auction’s possession owned by such Bidder. RR Auction shall have the benefit of all rights of a secured party under the Uniform Commercial Code (U.C.C.) as adopted by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Warranties: RR Auction does not provide any warranties to Bidders, whether expressed or implied, beyond those expressly provided in these Conditions of Sale. All property and lots are sold “as is” and “where is”. By way of illustration rather than limitation, neither RR Auction nor the Consignor makes any representation or warranty, expressed or implied, as to merchantability or fitness for intended use, condition of the property (including any condition report), correctness of description, origin, measurement, quality, rarity, importance, exhibition, relevance, attribution, source, provenance, date, authorship, condition, culture, genuineness, value, or period of the property. Additionally, neither RR Auction nor the Consignor makes any representation or warranty, expressed or implied, as to whether the Bidder acquires rights in copyright or other intellectual property (including exhibition or reproduction rights) or whether the property is subject to any limitations or other rights. RR Auction does not make any representation or warranty as to title.

All descriptions, photographs, illustrations, and terminology including but not limited to words describing condition (including any condition reports requested by Bidder, see also Terminology), authorship, period, culture, source, origin, measurement, quality, rarity, provenance, importance, exhibition, and relevance, used in the Catalog, bill of sale, invoice, or anywhere else, represent a good faith effort made by RR Auction to fairly represent the lots and property offered for sale as to origin, date, condition, and other information contained therein; they are statements of opinion only. They are not representations or warranties and Bidder agrees and acknowledges that he or she shall not rely on them in determining whether or not to bid or for what price. Price estimates (which are determined well in advance of the Auction and are therefore subject to revision) and condition reports are provided solely as a convenience to Bidders and are not intended nor shall they be relied on by Bidders as statements, representations or warranties of actual value or predictions of final bid prices.

Bidders are accorded the opportunity to inspect the lots and to otherwise satisfy themselves as to the nature and sufficiency of each lot prior to bidding, and RR Auction urges Bidders to avail themselves accordingly.

All lots sold by RR Auction are accompanied by an Auction Certificate (“AC”). On any lot presented with an AC issued by RR Auction, the certification is only as to its attribution to the person or entity described or to the lot’s usage and only as explicitly stated therein (the “Certification of Authenticity”), to the exclusion of any other warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to those pursuant to the Uniform Commercial Code. The Certification of Authenticity inures only to the original Bidder (as shown in RR Auction’s records). Bidder may not transfer, assign, or otherwise convey the Certification of Authenticity, and such purported transfer, assignment, or conveyance shall be null and void. The Certification of Authenticity is valid from date of the Auction in which Bidder was awarded the lot (the “Auction Date”) until five (5) years after the Auction Date, without exception.

FIREARMS. RR Auction complies with all Federal and State rules and regulations relating to the purchasing, registration and shipping of firearms. A Bidder is required to provide appropriate documents and the payment of associated fees, if any. Bidder is responsible for providing a shipping address that is suitable for the receipt of a firearm.

Limitation of Damages: In the event that RR Auction is prevented for any reason from delivering any property to Bidder, or Bidder is otherwise dissatisfied with the performance of RR Auction, the liability, if any, of RR Auction, shall be limited to, and shall not exceed, the amount actually paid for the property by Bidder. In no event shall RR Auction be liable for incidental, special, indirect, exemplary or consequential damages of any kind, including but not limited to loss of profits, value of investment or opportunity cost.

Unauthorized Statements: Under no circumstances is any employee, agent or representative of RR Auction authorized by RR Auction to modify, amend, waive or contradict any of these Conditions of Sale, any term or condition set forth on a registration form, any warranty or limitation or exclusion of warranty, any term or condition in either the Registration Form or these Terms and Conditions regarding payment requirements, including but not limited to due date, manner of payment, and what constitutes payment in full, or any other term or condition contained in any documents issued

by RR Auction unless such modification, amendment, waiver or contradiction is contained in a writing signed by all parties.

Any statements, oral or written, made by employees, agents or representatives of RR Auction to Bidder, including statements regarding specific lots, even if such employee, agent or representative represents that such statement is authorized, unless reduced to a writing signed by all parties, are statements of personal opinion only and are not binding on RR Auction, and under no circumstances shall be relied upon by Bidder as a statement, representation or warranty of RR Auction.

Bidder’s Remedies: Under no circumstance will RR Auction incur liability to a Bid-

der in excess of the purchase price actually paid.

This section sets forth the sole and exclusive remedies of Bidder in conformity with the Warranties and Limitation of Damages provisions of these Conditions of Sale, and is expressly in lieu of any other rights or remedies which might be available to Bidder by law. The Bidder hereby accepts the benefit of the Consignor’s warranty of title and any other representations and warranties made by the Consignor for the Bidder’s benefit.

In the event that Bidder demonstrates in writing, in the sole discretion of RR Auction, that there was a breach of the Consignor’s warranty of title concerning a lot purchased by Bidder, RR Auction shall make demand upon the Consignor to pay to Bidder the Purchase Price (including any premiums, taxes, or other amounts paid or due to RR Auction). Should the Consignor not pay the Purchase Price to Bidder within thirty days after such demand, RR Auction shall disclose the identity of the Consignor to Bidder and assign to Bidder all of RR Auction’s rights against the Consignor with respect to such lot or property. Upon such disclosure and assignment, all responsibility and liability, if any, of RR Auction with respect to said lot or property shall automatically terminate. RR Auction shall be entitled to retain the premiums and other amounts paid to RR Auction - this remedy is as to the Consignor only. The rights and remedies provided herein are for the original Bidder only and they may not be assigned or relied upon by any transferee or assignee under any circumstances.

If Bidder wishes to challenge the AC within the period of the Certification of Authenticity, Bidder must present written evidence that the lot is not authentic as determined by a known expert in the field. If RR Auction agrees that the lot is not as represented, Bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be a refund of their purchase price, with no other costs, liabilities or amounts recoverable. If RR Auction does not agree with the claim by Bidder, then the Parties shall follow the dispute resolution procedures of these Conditions of Sale.

Any such challenge concerning an AC or Certification of Authenticity must, without any exception, be brought within one (1) year of Bidder’s notice to RR Auction of Bidder’s contention that the lot was not authentic, or six (6) years from the Auction Date, whichever is sooner.

If the description of any lot in the Catalog is materially incorrect (e.g., gross cataloging error), the lot is returnable if returned within five (5) calendar days of receipt, and received by RR Auction no later than twenty-one (21) calendar days after the Auction Date. If there is any discrepancy between the description in the Catalog and the AC, then the description in the AC shall control. This paragraph shall constitute Bidder’s sole right with respect to the return of items, and no refunds shall be given for any items not returned to and received by RR Auction.

NO RETURN OR REFUND OF ANY AUCTION LOT WILL BE CONSIDERED EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THESE CONDITIONS OF SALE. RR Auction’s Additional Services: For Bidders who do not remove purchased property from RR Auction’s premises, RR Auction, in its sole discretion and solely as a service and accommodation to Bidders, may arrange to have purchased lots packed, insured and forwarded at the sole request, expense, and risk of Bidder. RR Auction assumes no and disclaims all responsibility and liability for acts or omissions in such packing or shipping by RR Auction or other pack-

ers and carriers, whether or not recommended by RR Auction.

RR Auction assumes no and disclaims all responsibility and liability for damage to frames, glass or other breakable items.

Where RR Auction arranges and bills for such services via invoice, RR Auction will include an administration charge.

Headings: Headings are for convenience only and shall not be used to interpret the substantive sections to which they refer.

Entire Agreement: These Conditions of Sale constitute the entire agreement between the parties together with the terms and conditions contained in the Registration Form. They may not be amended, modified or superseded except in a signed writing executed by all parties. No oral or written statement by anyone employed

by RR Auction or acting as agent or representative of RR Auction may amend, modify, waive or supersede the terms herein unless such amendment, waiver or modification is contained in a writing signed by all parties.

If any section of these Conditions of Sale or any term or provision of any section is held to be invalid, void, or unenforceable by any court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining sections or terms and provisions of a section shall continue in full force and effect without being impaired or invalidated in any way.

Governing Law and Enforcement The Parties agree that any agreements between the Parties including but not limited to these Conditions of Sale are entered into in Boston, Massachusetts, no matter where Bidder is situated and no matter by what means or where Bidder was informed of the Auction and regardless of whether catalogs, materials, or other communications were received by Bidder in another location.

The Parties agree that these Conditions of Sale, and any other related agreement(s) are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, without regard for its conflict of laws principles. The Parties agree that any dispute related to or arising out of these Conditions of Sale, or related to or arising out of any other related agreement(s) shall be submitted to confidential binding arbitration (the “Arbitration”) before a single Arbitrator of the American Arbitration Association (the “AAA”).

The Parties agree that the Arbitration shall be conducted pursuant to the commercial rules of the AAA. In the event that the Parties cannot agree on the selection of the Arbitrator, then the Arbitrator shall be selected by the AAA. The prevailing Party in the Arbitration shall be entitled to recover all of its related costs, whether before or after the formal institution of the Arbitration, including but not limited to its reasonable attorneys’ fees and, if RR Auction prevails, the Buyer’s Premium as defined in these Conditions of Sale. The Parties agree that Bidder shall have no right to recover consequential or indirect damages, or lost profits damages.

The Parties consent to the enforcement of the decision in the Arbitration pursuant to the Federal Arbitration Act in either the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts.

Except as provided in Bidder’s Remedies with regard to the Certification of Authenticity, any dispute, claim, cause of action related to or arising out of these Conditions of Sale or any other agreement(s) between the Parties must be brought within one (1) year of the acts, omissions or circumstances giving rise to

the alleged claim, without exceptions. This provision is intended as a full, complete and absolute release of any claims after one (1) year of such acts, omissions or circumstances. The Parties agree further that these waiver provisions are intended to be binding on all parties in the event of any dispute, specifically including but not limited to third party claims and cross-actions brought by either RR Auction or Bidder. These provisions are consideration for the execution of these Conditions of Sale.

Maximum Bids – All Auctions: To maximize Bidder’s chance of winning, RR Auction strongly encourages the use of maximum bids. RR Auction will then bid for Bidder until the lot reaches Bidder’s specified maximum.

Maximum bids are strictly confidential. Placing arbitrary, nonincremental bids on lots with prior maximum bids may result in these lots being sold for less than 10% above the under Bidder’s bid.

The Bidder hereby agrees that RR Auction shall be entitled to present these Conditions of Sale to a court in any jurisdiction other than set forth in this paragraph as conclusive evidence of the Parties’ agreement, and the Parties further agree that the court shall immediately dismiss any action filed in such jurisdiction.

Successful Bids: The fall of RR Auction’s hammer indicates the final bid. RR Auction will record the paddle number of the Bidder. If Bidder’s salesroom or absentee bid is successful, Bidder will be notified after the sale by mailed or emailed invoice.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, RR Auction may, in its sole discretion, enforce its rights pursuant to these Conditions of Sale in the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts rather than in an Arbitration related to or arising out of any Auction of an item sold for less than $10,000. This right shall relate to the individual item price, such that RR Auction may, in its sole discretion, enforce its rights pursuant to these Conditions of Sale in the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts rather than in an Arbitration for items that in the aggregate exceed $10,000. The prevailing Party in such a proceeding shall be entitled to recover all of its related costs, whether before or after the formal institution of the proceeding, including but not limited to its reasonable attorneys’ fees and, if RR Auction prevails, the Buyer’s Premium as defined in these Conditions of Sale. This right of enforcement is unique to RR Auction, and these Conditions of Sale are a waiver by the Bidder of any right to enforcement or adjudication outside of an Arbitration.

CONDUCT OF AUCTION Estimate Prices: In addition to descriptive information, each item in the Catalog sometimes includes a price range which reflects opinion as to the price expected at auction (the “Estimate Prices”). In other instances, Estimate Prices can be obtained by calling RR Auction at (603) 732-4280. The Estimate Prices are based upon various factors including prices recently paid at auction for comparable property, condition, rarity, quality, history and provenance. Estimate Prices are prepared well in advance of the sale and subject to revision. Estimates do not include the Buyer’s Premium or sales tax (see under separate heading).

Owned or Guaranteed Property: RR Auction generally offers property consigned by others for sale at public auction; in very limited occasion, lots are offered that are the property of RR Auction.

Before the Auction: Bidder may attend pre-sale viewing for all of RR Auction’s auctions at no charge. All property to be auctioned is usually on view for several days prior to the sale. Bidder is encouraged to examine lots thoroughly. Bidder may also request condition reports (see below). RR Auction’s staff are available at viewings and by appointment.

Unsold Lots: If a lot does not reach the reserve, it is bought-in. In other words, it remains unsold and is returned to the Consignor. RR Auction has the right to sell certain unsold items after the close of the Auction. Such lots shall be considered sold during the Auction and all these Terms and Conditions shall apply to such sales including but not limited to the Buyer’s Premium, return rights, and disclaimers.

Bidding—Timed Auction: Bidder may open, monitor, and/or raise bids at any time before the close of a lot through www.rrauction.com. RR Auction offers a callback service the day of the Auction, but Bidder is responsible for supplying a correct telephone number(s) where Bidder can be reached until the Auction closes. Bidder must request this service in writing. RR Auction will make reasonable efforts to ensure that Bidders who request a callback are contacted if outbid; however, RR Auction does not guarantee this service and it is merely a courtesy and not an enforceable right. The auctioneer may also execute a bid on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve, either by entering a bid in response to salesroom, telephone or absentee bids. Under no circumstances will the auctioneer place any bid on behalf of the consignor above the reserve. The auctioneer will not specifically identify bids placed on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve.

To ensure proper registration, those Bidders intending to bid via the Internet must visit www.RRauction.com and register accordingly at least one full day prior to the actual auction. Winning bidders will be notified by RR Auction. RR Auction is not responsible or liable for any problems, delays, or any other issues or problems resulting out of use of the Internet generally or specifically, including but not limited to transmission, execution or processing of bids.

Any Bidder may bid on any lot prior to 6 pm EST/EDT. At that time, an extended bidding period goes into effect. If Bidder has not bid on a lot before 6 pm EST/EDT, Bidder may not bid on that lot after 6 pm EST/EDT. Only those Bidders who have placed bids on a lot before 6 pm EST/EDT will be allowed to bid on that lot after 6 pm EST/EDT. If Bidder is the only Bidder on a lot at 6 pm EST/EDT, that lot is awarded to Bidder. During the extended bidding period, a lot will remain open only to those who bid on that lot prior to 6 pm EST/EDT. All lots WITHOUT an opening bid at 6 pm EST/EDT will remain OPEN to ALL Bidders until 7 pm EST/EDT or until they receive their first bid.

These lots will close immediately upon receipt of a bid or at 7 pm EST/EDT, whichever comes first. For all lots that are active after 7 pm EST/EDT, bidding will remain open until 30 minutes

pass without a bid being placed on THAT lot (the “30 Minute Rule”). The 30 Minute Rule is applied on a PER LOT BASIS; each lot in the Auction closes individually based on bidding activity after 7 pm EST/EDT. On a PER LOT BASIS, the 30 minute timer will reset each time a bid is placed after 7 pm EST/ EDT. If Bidder is the high Bidder, raising Bidder’s maximum bid will NOT reset the timer. RR Auction reserves the right to close the Auction at any time at its sole discretion.

Bidding - Internet – Live Auction: Bidder may open, monitor, and/or raise bids at any time before the close of a lot through www.rrauction.com. RR Auction offers a callback service the day of the Auction, but Bidder is responsible for supplying a correct telephone number(s) where Bidder can be reached until the Auction closes. Bidder must request this service in writing. RR Auction will make reasonable efforts to ensure that Bidders who request a callback are contacted if outbid; however, RR Auction does not guarantee this service and it is merely a courtesy and not an enforceable right.

To ensure proper registration, those Bidders intending to bid via the Internet must visit www.RRauction.com and register accordingly at least one full day prior to the actual auction. Winning bidders will be notified by RR Auction. RR Auction is not responsible or liable for any problems, delays, or any other issues or problems resulting out of use of the Internet generally or specifically, including but not limited to transmission, execution or processing of bids.

Property is auctioned in consecutive numerical order, as it appears in the catalog. The auctioneer will accept bids from those present in the salesroom or absentee bidders participating by telephone, internet or by written bid left with RR Auction in advance of the auction. The auctioneer may also execute a bid on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve, either by entering a bid in response to salesroom, telephone or absentee bids. Under no circumstances will the auctioneer place any bid on behalf of the consignor above the reserve. The auctioneer will not specifically identify bids placed on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve.

Acceptance of these Terms and Conditions qualifies Bidder as a client who has consented to be contacted by RR Auction in the future. In conformity with “do-not-call” regulations promulgated by the Federal or State regulatory agencies, participation by the Bidder is affirmative consent to being contacted at the phone number shown in his application and this consent shall remain in effect until it is revoked in writing. RR Auction may from time to time contact Bidder concerning sale, purchase, and auction opportunities available.

Rules of Construction: RR Auction presents properties in a number of collectible fields, and as such, specific venues have promulgated supplemental Terms and Conditions. Nothing herein shall be construed to waive the general Conditions of Sale by these additional rules and shall be construed to give force and effect to the rules in their entirety.

GLOSSARY OF CONDITION TERMS FOR DECADES, RR AUCTION HAS LED THE INDUSTRY IN PROVIDING AN ACCURATE AND DETAILED CONDITION STATEMENT FOR EACH ITEM THAT WE SELL. STARTING IN 2016 WE’VE DECIDED TO TAKE A FRESH APPROACH TO DESCRIBING EACH ITEM’S CONDITION. As our website and catalog images continually improve, and bidders can see obvious details from those excellent images, we’ve decided to simplify things, using the same terminology to describe an item’s overall condition (on an ascending scale of 1 to 4: good, very good, fine, very fine), but only adding specific details, if any, that would not be obvious from the illustration.

VERY FINE describes an item in virtually flawless condition, and is used sparingly for items of exceptionally attractive appearance.

During live Auctions, internet bids can be placed in real time through one or more of the following Third Party services: www. liveauctioneers.com, www.invaluable.com and www.icollector. com. RR Auction is not responsible or liable for any problems, delays, or any other issues or problems resulting out of use of the Internet generally or specifically, including but not limited to transmission, execution or processing of bids. RR Auction treats any third-party site bids as floor or telephone bids. Floor bids and telephone bids are always considered first over third party sites bids, and floor bids are considered earlier than telephone bids. All RR Auction lots purchased through the third party sites carry an additional Buyer’s Premium.

FINE is the most common statement of condition, and applies to most items that we offer. It describes items that show expected handling wear, generally acceptable random flaws (such as light creases, small bends, etc.), and an overall appearance that is pleasing to the majority of collectors.

Miscellaneous: Agreements between Bidders and Consignors to effectuate a non-sale of an item at Auction, inhibit bidding on a consigned item to enter into a private sale agreement for said item, or to utilize RR Auction’s Auction to obtain sales for non-selling consigned items subsequent to the Auction, are strictly prohibited.

If a subsequent sale of a previously consigned item occurs in violation of this provision, RR Auction reserves the right to charge Bidder the applicable Buyer’s Premium and Consignor a Seller’s Commission as determined for each auction venue and by the terms of the seller’s agreement.

GOOD describes an item with obvious visible flaws, including heavy wear, missing portions, or repairs that affect appearance; generally items in this condition are offered only if an item is otherwise exceedingly rare or important.

VERY GOOD describes an item that exhibits more moderate flaws (such as toning, light staining, professional reinforcements or repairs, etc.). Most collectors would be comfortable with items in very good condition, and this would be the expected condition for many formats (early presidential documents, for example).

Of course we’re more than happy to provide more in-depth information about any item via phone or email. We hope this new system will make for easier reading and a more pleasant bidding experience.

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