RR Auction's December Rare Manuscript, Document and Autograph Auction

RARE REMARKABLE MANUSCRIPTS, DOCUMENTS, & AUTOGRAPHS December 11, 2013

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Molly Brown’s

silver loving cup is already on board

A golden opportunity for Titanic

consignors and collectors Once again, RR Auction is seeking rare, Titanic-related artifacts, ephemera, and documents for our next Titanic Auction that will be held in April of 2014. For a free consignment appraisal, email Bob Eaton at Bob.Eaton@RRAuction.com or call (603) 732-4280.

The Auction Has Begun!

Bidding begins as soon as the catalog is posted online (November 22). At 6pm on WedNESDAY, december 11th the one hour extended bidding period begins followed immediately by the 30 Minute Rule.

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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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STEVE ZARELLI Steve has been collecting and closely studying space and aviation autographs for over 15 years. He has been at the forefront of identifying deceptive forgeries and his findings have been published in the definitive space collecting reference, Relics of the Space Race, as well as the UACC’s Pen & Quill magazine. Steve was also a contributor to the UACC signature study, Neil Armstrong: The Quest for His Autograph. Letters of Authenticity are available on certain lots. Priced from $30 to $150*

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

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

PHIL SEARS 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 Civil War Signatures

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

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

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

presidents & first ladies Historic receipt signed by Washington with impeccable provenance from Mary Custis Lee, identifying it as part of her personal family papers

1. George Washington. ADS, signed “Go:

Washington,” one page, 7.25 x 2.5, May 10, 1768. Document reads, in full: “Then Received from Mr. Josh Valentine the Currt. Sum of Fifteen pounds to be allowed for at next settlement.” Signed at the conclusion by Washington.

Affixed to a 7.25 x 3.5 light blue sheet and in very good condition, with a central vertical fold, a uniform shade of somewhat irregular toning, and a few scattered spots and areas of fading affecting a few words of text and touching the top of signature.

Accompanied by a January 10, 1873, autograph letter from Mary Custis Lee, which reads, in part, “I did not reply to your letter because the few autographs I had of Genl. Washington were carefully put away…I can only send you one which has been much injured in consequence of the necessity of bringing them all during the war—I could not spare another to anyone…You will see the paper sent is a receipt. Valentine I think was the manager of Mrs. Washington’s estates.”

The daughter of George Washington’s adopted son, George Washington Parke Custis, and wife of Confederate General Robert E. Lee, Mary Custis Lee fully understood the importance of her family ties. As the Civil War got underway and she received warning that the Union Army was planning to seize Arlington—the 1,100-acre estate built by her father, where she had grown up, married, raised her seven children, and buried her parents—she prepared to leave her beloved home. Packing the family silver, George Washington and G.W.P. Custis’s papers, and General Lee’s files, she left in May of 1861, never to return again. Apologizing for the condition of the autograph, “much injured in consequence of…bringing them all during the war,” this is a remarkable receipt signed by America’s first president, carried by his granddaughter through the nation’s bloodiest war, in which her husband was a key figure; held in a personal collection since 1890, this is the first time this piece has been publicly offered in over a century. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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“I shall be at George Town on my way to Philadelphia on Monday next,” writes President Washington to fellow patriot and business partner Daniel Carroll

2. George Washington. ALS as president signed

“Go: Washington,” one page, 7.25 x 9, April 24, 1795.

Letter to Daniel Carroll. In full: “Unless prevented by bad weather, or something else, unforeseen at present, I shall be at George Town on my way to Philadelphia on Monday next, & at as early an hour as I conveniently can, but to fix it precisely I am unable. With very great esteem & repose, I am, Dear Sir, Your Obedt Servant.”

Nicely double-cloth-matted and framed with a portrait of Washington and a small plaque to an overall size of 22 x 18. In very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, some small professional repairs to fold separations, mottled areas of light discoloration, and a uniform shade of toning from previous display.

In the first years of America’s independence, one of Washington’s most ambitious ventures was to make the Potomac River navigable as far as the Ohio River Valley, opening trade and transportation and drawing lands west of the Allegheny Mountains into the US. Requiring the cooperation of Virginia and Maryland, both of which bordered the river, Washington spearheaded the creation of the Patowmack Company, organized in May of 1785 with delegates from both states, including longtime acquaintance Daniel Carroll, a member of the Maryland Senate and the Continental Congress.

All thirteen states were soon invited to send delegates to a convention in Annapolis ‘to consider how far a uniform system in their commercial regulations may be necessary to their common interest,’ leading to a general meeting in Philadelphia the following May. His leadership skills in lobbying for interstate cooperation on the Potomac set the tone for his future role as the nation’s chief executive. A beautifully penned letter to a well-known fellow patriot—one of only five men to sign both the Articles of Confederation and the Constitution, and cousin of Declaration signer Charles Carroll of Carrollton—who remained a friend of Washington’s through the Revolution, his presidency, and his final years. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Outstanding 1794 ship’s papers signed twice by both President Washington and future President Jefferson 3. George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. Scarce

and desirable partlyprinted DS, signed twice as president, “Go: Washington,” and twice “Th: Jefferson” as secretary of state, one page both sides, 10 x 15.5, dated August 20, 1794, but signed circa 1793. Three language ship’s paper, with Dutch and English on one side, and English and French on the reverse, issued to “Ebenezer Clements, master and commander of the Sloop called the Abigail of the town of Alexandria…lying at present in the port and haven of Alexandria and bound for the West Indies and laden with Flour, Indian Corn, and Bread, that after this Sloop has been visited and before sailing he shall make oath before the proper officer, that the said Sloop belongs to one or more of the citizens of the United States of America, the act whereof shall be put at the end of the presents; and likewise that he will keep and cause to be kept by his crew on board, the marine ordinances and regulations, and enter into the proper office a list signed and witnessed, containing the names and surnames, the places of birth, and the abode of the crew of this Sloop, and all who shall embark on board her.”

Signed on each side, “Go: Washington,” and “Th: Jefferson.” In good condition, with missing top right corner, professional repairs to partial separations along intersecting folds, repaired areas of paper loss to bottom edge, and scattered areas of irregular toning. The several seals are intact, and all four signatures are large and bold.

When France declared war on England in February of 1793, the US was put in a precarious position; proclaiming neutrality but still formally allied with France under the treaty of 1778, both sides harassed and seized American ships—especially those carrying provisions to the French colonial ports in the West Indies, where the Abigail was bound. Used to establish proof of nationality and guarantee protection for ships, these documents were signed in bulk by Washington and Jefferson, then forwarded to the Collectors of Customs at different ports for distribution, where local officials would confirm the legitimacy of the vessels, their cargo, and their personnel; while Jefferson’s resignation from his position as Secretary of State predates this document by eight months, the signatures are undoubtedly authentic, and the date easily explained by this practice of advance signing. With its unusual doublesided format and the highly sought-after pairing of presidents, both of whom have signed twice, this is one of the most desirable ship’s papers we have offered. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $2000)

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Adams requests a favor from his longtime acquaintance and future co-father-in-law in London 4. John Adams.

ALS, one page, 4.75 x 7, no date [but circa 1790s, likely during his vice-presidency]. Letter to Joshua Johnson at Great Tower Hill. In full: “The Bearer is represented to me as an American Prisoner.

He is informed that you have a Vessel bound to Baltimore, and desires to engage on board of her if you have a place for him.

I would pray you to admit him.” Reverse of second integral page bears an address panel in another hand. Attractively double-cloth-matted and framed with a portrait of Adams and a small plaque to an overall size of 25 x 18.25. In very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds, a couple passing through single letters of signature, some brushing of ink to recipient’s name in lower left, and scattered toning and soiling, mostly to second integral page.

Sent to France on behalf of the colonies to negotiate a treaty of alliance in 1778, John Adams made the acquaintance of agent Joshua Johnson for the first time; twelve years later, Johnson was appointed US consul at London, a position that kept him in contact with Vice President Adams. The two would become significantly more familiar during Adams’s presidency, when his son, John Quincy—who had joined him on the initial trip to France, as well as subsequent diplomatic visits to Johnson in London—married Johnson’s daughter Louisa in 1797. Despite his reservations about his son marrying a non-American-born woman, he quickly welcomed his new in-laws to the family. A handsome letter with interesting family and diplomatic association. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Beautifully presented ship’s pass for the ‘Mary’

5. Thomas Jefferson and James Madison. Partly-printed

vellum DS, signed “Th: Jefferson” as president and “James Madison” as secretary of state, one page, 10 x 15.5, June 22, 1805. Scalloped-top ship’s papers issued to the “Ship Mary of Charleston, Gilbert Fuller, master and commander…mounted with no guns navigated by thirteen men to pass with her Company Passengers, Goods and Merchandise without any hindrance, seizure or molestation.” Signed at the conclusion by Jefferson and Madison. Grandly doublecloth-matted and framed by the Kenneth Laurence Gallery, with color portraits of Jefferson and Madison and an informational plaque, to an overall size of 29 x 45 x 3.75. Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of Madison’s signature, Madison’s signature a shade or two light but still legible, two small holes to upper left, and some scattered light soiling, otherwise fine condition. The white wafer seal is crisp and intact. An attractive example of a most desirable combination of presidents boasting a particularly bold Jefferson signature. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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An invitation to a congressman to dine at the White House 6. Thomas Jefferson. Unsigned partly-printed invitation, com-

pleted in another hand, one page, 7.75 x 5, dated March 22, 1808.

Invitation reads, in full: “Th. Jefferson requests the favor of Mr. Richards to dine with him on Friday the 25th at half after three, or at whatever later hour the house may rise. Tuesday Mar 22 08. The favour of an answer is asked.” Reverse of second integral page is addressed to “The Honble. Mr. M. Richards.” In fine condition, with two vertical folds, and some toning and paper loss to second page from wax seal, with remnants of the seal still remaining. Matthias Richards was a congressman from Pennsylvania’s 3rd district who served from 1807–1811. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

7. James Madison. Full free

frank, measuring 10 x 7.75 unfolded, with panel measuring 5 x 3, addressed in another hand to, “Roberts Vaux, Philadelphia,” and franked in the upper right, “Free James Madison.” A return address of “Orange bH, Va, Feby 23rd,” is also written in the upper left.

A central vertical fold, tear to top edge affecting small portion of return address, expected paper loss to edges from wax seal, and a bit of scattered light foxing, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

9. James Monroe. Full free frank, measuring 10 x 8 unfolded, with panel measuring 5.5 x 3, addressed in another hand to “The Collector of the Customs, Baltimore,” and franked in the upper right, “Jas. Monroe,” with “Department of State,” written above signature in another hand. In very good condition, with a vertical fold through a single letter of signature, a few pencil notations, paper loss to bottom from wax seal, and docketing notation to top. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

8. James Monroe. Partly-printed DS one page, 11.75

x 9, April 27, 1818. President Monroe grants 200 acres of land “appropriated for Military Services,” to “David Marshall a Lieutenant in the Late Pennsylvania Line.” Signed at the conclusion by Monroe and countersigned by Commissioner of the General Land Office Josiah Meigs. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 19.75 x 17. Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and scattered light soiling, otherwise fine condition. The white wafer seal is worn, but intact. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Monroe writes from his plantation concerning his own failure to find a letter from Henry Dearborn 10. James Monroe. ALS, one page, 7.25 x 9.5, December 9, 1825. Letter, written

from his Oak Hill plantation, to an unidentified recipient. In part, “Mr. Darby has written to me to ask that I would search among my papers, for a letter from Genl. Dearborn, recommending him as the asst. for the Navy at Boston. I have examined among my papers, and have not been able to find it. It was my general practice to deposit such documents in the Dept. to which they related, on the presumption that they might be useful to the parties, there, which they could not be, in my possession, especially, after I should retire from office. I will still look for that letter & should I find, I will hasten to transmit it to you. Make my respects to Mr. Darby.” Letter has been professionally inlaid into a slightly larger sheet. Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and some light show-through from staining on reverse, otherwise fine condition. Dearborn had served as Thomas Jefferson’s secretary of war from 1801–1809, and Monroe appointed him minister plenipotentiary to Portugal in 1822. A crisply-penned letter which shows Monroe still helpful even after leaving office. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

11 . J a m e s Monroe. Partly-

printed vellum DS as president, one page, 11.25 x 18, October 7, 1819. President Monroe issues a land grant “in consideration of military service performed by Jeremiah Pickett, a private for three years…in the Virginia Line on Continental Establishment…there is granted by the United States…a certain tract of land containing one hundred and thirty eight acres situate between the Little Miami and Sciota rivers, north west of the river Ohio.” Signed at the conclusion by Monroe and countersigned by Commissioner of the General Land Office Josiah Meigs. Paper seal affixed to lower left remains crisp and intact. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, and some mild creases and soiling. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Adams invites a political foe to dinner 12. John Quincy Adams. ALS signed

“J. Q. Adams,” one page, 7.75 x 9.5, November 14, [1815].

Letter to Jonathan Russell. In full: “Mr. W. Willink of Amsterdam, the father, is here, with his Lady, and will dine with us this day. They proceed tomorrow morning on their journey home. We have asked Mr. and Mrs. Meulemeester to meet them. May we hope for the pleasure of your company too?

Mr. Clay’s servant Frederick takes this. Will you have the goodness to send by him the champagne which you mentioned to me a day or two since?” Reverse of the second integral page is addressed in Adams’s hand, “Mr. Russell.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and a bit of trivial scattered light toning. Russell and Adams were political adversaries after Adams made concessions to the British after the War of 1812, which Russell thought too generous in an attempt to curry favor with the British. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Adams aids in apprehending a man “charged with having committed Piracy and Murder on board a vessel fitted out at Baltimore” 13. John Quincy Adams. LS,

one page both sides, 7.75 x 9.5, February 4, 1819. Letter to Jonathan Fisk, US Attorney for the District of New York. In full: “Herewith you will receive the copy of a letter from the District Attorney of Maryland and the original Deposition of Joseph Almeda in the case of George Clark and Joseph Moon who are charged with having committed Piracy and Murder on board a vessel fitted out at Baltimore—You will see from the letter of Mr. Glenn, the Attorney, that a warrant was issued against these men upon the facts disclosed by this Deposition and that Clark evaded the service of it by his sudden departure from Baltimore for New York in the sloop Hiram, Captain Luther Evans, but that Moon was taken, and is now under arrest, and in prison in Baltimore. Under these circumstances, it is the President’s wish that you lose no time in setting on foot the necessary judicial prosecutions against Clark and such others as may be found in the District of New York, who were concerned in the Crimes charged upon him, if the evidence referred to be deemed sufficient authority for his arrest in the District, or you can otherwise obtain it in his case and that of the others.

The Copy of a Letter from the Consul of the United States at the Cape de Verd Islands to this Department, in relation to these atrocities, is also enclosed and Capt. O. P. Finlay, Master of the Ship Boston, one of the vessels plundered and robbed by Clark and his party, is now at Alexandria, in this District.” Scattered mild toning. Light intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and show-through from writing on opposite sides, otherwise fine condition.

Having struggled to gain control of international piracy, actively fighting with the Barbary States as recently as 1816, the US held no tolerance for such activities from its own citizens. The month after signing this letter, Secretary of State John Quincy Adams saw the passage of the Act to Protect the Commerce of the United States and Punish the Crime of Piracy, asserting that ‘if any person or persons…commit the crime of piracy, as defined by the law of nations…[he] shall afterwards be brought into or found in the United States… [and] upon conviction thereof ... be punished by death.’ Records show that the aforementioned George Clark, despite his attempt to flee Baltimore for the safety of New York, was found and convicted, and on May 12, 1820, publicly hanged for his crimes. An interesting glimpse into the interstate cooperation that enabled the new nation to enforce its laws, signed the same year that Adams negotiated the historic Florida Treaty with Spain. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

14. John Quincy Adams. Hand-addressed and free franked mailing panel, 5.25 x 2.75, boldly addressed by Adams to, “Revd W. B. Sprague D. D., Albany, New York,” and franked in the upper right, “J. Q. Adams.”

Panel also bears a March 30, Washington, D. C., postal cancellation.

In fine condition, with pencil notations to left edge, a “Free” stamp over beginning of franking signature, and some light toning along top. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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President Jackson secures safe passage of a letter ‘under any disposition of General Santa Anna’ for the grieving cousin of Stephen F. Austin 15. Andrew Jackson. ALS

as president, one page, 8 x 9.75, February 1837. Letter to Secretary of State John Forsythe, written on the second integral page of a letter to Jackson to be forwarded to the Consul at Vera Cruz. In full, “The enclosed letter has been forwarded to me by Mrs. Holly [sic] of Kentucky with the request that I should give it a safe conveyance—will you have the goodness to give it a conveyance to him thro our consul at Vera Cruz.”

The second integral page bears Mrs. Mary Austin Holley’s letter to Jackson, dated January 29, 1837. She writes, “I take the liberty of sending the enclosed under envelope to secure its safety under any disposition of General Santa Anna. Hoping through your friendly interposition a speedy adjustment of the affair of our now mourning Texas.” The reverse of each page bears an appropriate address panel, one to Jackson and one to Forsythe, with one retaining most of its black wax seal. Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, some scattered light toning, a few small areas of paper loss, and cancellation and wax seal showing through from the reverse, otherwise fine condition.

Living in Lexington, Kentucky, while providing a home for her brother Henry Austin’s children, Mary Austin Holley became a strong advocate for the colony during the period of the Texas Revolution. Mourning the loss of her cousin, Stephen F. Austin, Mary penned this letter to President Jackson, hoping to insure its safe arrival despite potential interference from the recently defeated General Santa Anna. Sent back to Vera Cruz following his exile, Santa Anna’s ship was attacked en route, forcing him to Washington, DC, to meet with Jackson and guarantee peace for the newly-founded Republic. An interesting correspondence from a crucial time in Texas history. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

16. Andrew Jackson. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 10.5 x 14.5, January 26, 1832. President Jackson grants a patent to Bancroft Woodcock, who “has invented a new and useful improvement in the Self Sharpening Plough,” allowing him “full and exclusive right and liberty of making, constructing, using and vending to others to be used, the said improvement.” Signed at the conclusion by Jackson, Secretary of State Edward Livingston, and Attorney General Roger B. Taney. White paper seal affixed to lower left remains fully intact. In very good condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of Jackson’s signature), scattered toning and soiling, binding holes along left edge, first name in Jackson’s signature light but legible, and slightly trimmed edges. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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17. Andrew Jackson. Full

20. Martin Van Buren. Full

free frank, measuring 10 x 8 unfolded, with panel measuring 5 x 3.25, addressed in another hand to, “Honble Isaac Hill, Concord, New Hampshire,” and franked across the top, “Free, Andrew Jackson.” Panel also bears an April 24, Nashville, Tennessee, postal cancellation. In very good condition, with several vertical folds passing through single letters of signature, scattered light toning, small areas of paper loss from wax seal, and an ink notation on panel. Jackson’s impressive franking signature measures almost five inches in length.

Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from James Spence. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

hand-addressed free frank, measuring 10 x 8 unfolded, with address panel measuring 4.5 x 3, addressed

by Van Buren to, “James D. P. Ogden, Esquire, New York,” and franked in the upper right, “Free M. Van Buren.” Frank also bears an August 24, Kinderhook, New York, postmark. Intersecting folds, scattered light toning, small tears and paper loss to far edges, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

18. Andrew Johnson. Ink

21. Martin Van Buren.

franking signature, “Free Andrew Johnson,” on a light blue slip folded to a size of 4.5 x 2. In fine condition, with a couple of vertical folds and a bit of mild toning. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Ink signature, “M. Van Buren,” on an off-white 4.25 x 1.5 clipped slip. A few vertical folds passing through his last name, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Whiskey for the Indians

19. Martin Van Buren. ALS signed “M. V. Buren,” one page both sides, 5 x 8, no date. Letter to John Henry. In part, “Since I saw you it has occurred to me that as Mr. Emmet goes to Washington first of Feby it will be difficult for Mr. Griffin to bring them to an…agreement on the subject, but as he agrees the first and not the last cause, and there will not be more than time sufficient to dispose of the first until the court of Glancey commences.” Intersecting folds, paper loss to integral second page, as well as a docketing notation, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

22. William Henry Harrison. ADS, signed “Wm. H. Harrison, Aide de Camp,” one page, 6 x 4, August 14, 1795. From his Greenville headquarters, Harrison writes, “The commissary will issue to the Patawatimies [sic] three gallons of whiskey.” Signed at the conclusion by Harrison.

In very good condition, with intersecting folds, a few small holes and areas of paper loss, and scattered toning and soiling. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Between positions, Harrison misses out on his desired ambassadorship: “I have long since given up every hope of getting the appointment of Minister to Mexico” 23. William Henry Harrison. ALS signed “W. H. Harrison,” one page both sides, 8 x 9.75, Cincinnati, February 15, 1824. Letter to John Scott, congressman from Missouri. In part: “I have received no letter from Washington since the 25th ult. on which day my son William wrote to me. Altho I have long since given up every hope of getting the appointment of Minister to Mexico, I was yet anxious to know how the recommendation…was received. I think it could not have been believed that there would have been so much unanimity in my favor.

I did not know until I received the letter from Wm. above mentioned that you were chairman of the Law Committee—I now enclose you a statement... of Judge Symme’s Estate taken from the Records of this County. A knowledge of that circumstance could have I suppose been the reason that the debt due to the U. S. was not sued for. If the individuals who have had judgments against the Estate for 28 or 30 years are unable to find any property of what use would it be for the U. S. to commence an action—Gazlay knows the that his circumstances mentioned in the enclosed paper as ? the clerk who signed it. And his sole aim is to show the people here that he is about establishing some of the charges against myself & my friends which they promised in their ainonimous [sic] handbills pending the Election of 1822. I am perfectly persuaded that he wishes for no decision or Report but I hope that one may be made by all means if he can establish that the U. S. has any lein [sic] upon any lands in this Country for the debt due by Judge Symme’s Estate. Let him show it.

Gazlay wrote on to some of his partisans some time ago that the Administration & the majority of Congress were...Corrupt...those letters were not kept secret but shown to a number of persons. An attempt was made to get them for publication. His friends then took the alarm & refused them. I believe that measures are taken to get those who read them (not of his party) to state what they recollect of their contents. I enclose in a separate cover a newspaper containing some notions of the affair.”

Intersecting folds with slight edge separations (three vertical folds passing through letters of signature), an unobtrusive tape repair to the left edge (not affecting any writing), and show-through from writing on opposing sides, otherwise fine condition.

After serving a single term in the state legislature, from 1819 to 1821, Harrison was unfairly marked as pro-slavery and failed to secure reelection, leaving him without a position and struggling to meet the financial burdens of his large family. He made several attempts at higher-paying office positions, focusing a great deal of his attention on the ambassadorship to Mexico; but despite many recommendations within Congress, he was never seriously considered for the position. Making another run for the Ohio Senate the year of this letter, Harrison finally found success. Addressing both his failed attempt at the Mexican appointment and the messy 1822 face-off between the Democratic-Republican and Federalist parties, this letter to Missouri Congressman John Scott captures the uneasy years of Harrison’s post-war and pre-presidency career.

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

24. John Tyler. Full hand-addressed free frank, measuring 12 x 8 unfolded, with

panel measuring 6 x 3.5, addressed by Tyler to, “Mr. Ewell, President & Professor of Wm & Mary, Williamsburg,” and franked in the upper right, “J. Tyler.” A return address and notation have been added in another hand to the left side. Frank retains its red wax seal. In fine condition, with paper loss to top edge from wax seal, a couple of small fold separations, and some scattered light toning. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Unsure if her husband is dead or alive, a desperate wife seeks answers

25. James K. Polk. ALS, one page both sides, 8 x 10, August 28, 1834. Letter to to Peter Hagner, Third Auditor, Treasury Department.

In part, “The widow of Ambrose Witt states that her husband enlisted in the year 1813 in the army of the U. States for the term of five years.

She states that he enlisted in Rowan County, North Carolina in Capt.

Hartin’s company who belonged to Col. Wilburn’s Regiment, and she remembers that one of the Majors of the Regiment was named Taylor.

She states that her husband was marched with the troops to the North, and she thinks but is not certain a different Captain whose name she does not remember. She received letters from him for about two years, and since then has heard nothing of him or from him, and supposes he must have died in the service. She requests me to ascertain whether the rolls in the War Department will show the fact of his death and whether she and his children are entitled to Bounty land, or the half pay pension provided by law, and if so what proof must be made to enable them to obtain either or both.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, with a few small repairs to folds and edges on reverse. An act of Congress dated May 1812 set aside federal land in the present states of Illinois, Michigan, and Arkansas as compensation to American volunteer soldiers in the War of 1812. A lengthy letter with exceptional content. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

26. James K. Polk. Ink signature and inscription, “With my best Respects for Mr. Murray, James K. Polk, July 1st, 1838,” on an off-white 7 x 2.75 slip. In fine condition, with some scattered mild toning. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I saw Majr. Genl. Scott, who was just on the eve of leaving there for Mobile & Pensacola” 27. Zachary Taylor. ALS signed “Z. Taylor,” one page both sides, 7.75 x 9.75, February 19, 1824. Taylor writes to a Colonel Hamilton. In part: “When in N. Orleans a short time since, I saw Majr. Genl. Scott, who was just on the eve of leaving there for Mobile & Pensacola. He requested me if I visited this neighbourhood before leaving the country, that I would call at your house & say to you from him, that on his return to N. Orleans…that you would meet him at Baton Rouge; & if it was not in your power to do so he would visit you at your residence, as he was determined on not leaving the country without seeing you.” He has added the postscript: “I called at your house on Tuesday last, & was informed by a servant that you was [sic] not at home.” Letter has been professionally inlaid to a slightly larger sheet. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, a few small holes in the paper, edge chips, smudges, and old tape reinforcement to three folds on the reverse. At the time, Taylor was assigned to a command at Baton Rouge, where General Winfield Scott visited on an inspection tour in January 1824. In addition to the message for Colonel Hamilton, Scott also brought word to Taylor that he had been ordered back to Louisville as superintendent of recruiting services. Surprised, Taylor nevertheless followed orders, settling his Louisiana affairs—including the delivery of this message—before leaving Baton Rouge five days later. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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From Texas, Taylor sends his monthly report including the death of an officer and the disposition of a deserter 28. Zachary Taylor. LS signed “Z. Taylor Bt Br Genl,

U.S.A. Comdg,” one page both sides, 7.75 x 9.75, October 26, 1845. Letter written from the Headquarters of the Army of Occupation at Corpus Christi, Texas. In part: “The painful duty again devolves upon me of reporting the loss of an Officer of this Army—Bvt 2nd Lieut. Henry Merrill, 5th Infantry, while passing from the transport Schooner ‘Gen’l Worth’ to the vessel employed as a lighter at Aransas Pass, a spar fell from the latter vessel and fractured his skull—producing death in a few hours.

This melancholy occurrence took place at St. Joseph Island on the 24th inst. I enclose herewith the return of the ‘Army of Occupation’ for September…Private James McGoldrick, K Company, surrendered himself to Col. Riggs as a deserter on the 6th of August last, and I respectfully await instructions as to the disposition to be made of him.” Scattered toning, including some over signature, and intersecting folds, otherwise fine condition. Taylor and his Army of Occupation were sent to the Texas-Mexico border by President Polk in anticipation of an attack the following spring. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

29. Millard Fillmore. Full hand-

addressed free frank, measuring 9.75 x 7.75 unfolded, with panel measuring 5.25 x 3, addressed in Fillmore’s hand to, “S. G. Harver, Esq., Buffalo, New York,” and franked at the top, “M. Fillmore M. C.” Panel bears a late December Washington City postal cancellation, and is docketed on the edge in an unknown hand as being received on December 31, 1840. A vertical fold through a single letter of signature, missing top edge, and a small hole of paper loss at bottom from wax seal, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

ALS, one page, 8 x 10, Washington, May 2, 1846.

Letter of recommendation. In part: “The bearer hereof, Isaac Angnez…is highly recommended by many of the leading Democrats of the State. I understand you require some extra clerks & if you could give him temporary employment for a few weeks, I should consider it a personal favor. He is a very worthy man.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature). Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Swapping photographs in 1866 30. Millard Fillmore. ALS, one page both sides, 5 x 8, January 7, 1866. Letter

to John P. Hale. In part: “The truth is we were both anxious to perpetuate ourselves in the remembrances of Mrs. Hale and yourself by sending to her our photographs; and notwithstanding all our endeavors we have not, till yesterday, been able to obtain one of Mrs. Fillmore which I have now the honor to enclose with my own; and we both write in an earnest request that you will send us yours and Mrs. Hale’s and your daughters.” An area of repaired paper loss to the upper right, affecting a portion of text on the reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 14 | December 11, 2013 | PRESIDENTS & FIRST LADIES

31. James Buchanan.

Vouching for a constituent “highly recommended by many of the leading Democrats of the State” 32. James Buchanan. Hand-addressed and free franked mailing panel, 5 x 3,

addressed in another hand to, “Robert Vany Esquire, Philadelphia,” and franked in the upper right, “Free, James Buchanan.” Panel also bears a February 5, Washington City, postal cancellation. In fine condition, with a “Free” stamp under last name of signature, and a bit of scattered light soiling. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Exchanging Hazelton coal stock for railroad stock 33. James Buchanan.

ALS, one page both sides, 6.25 x 8, July 25, 1867.

Letter to Laura Pleasonton, daughter of his deceased friend Stephen Pleasonton.

In full: “My dear Laura, I received your favor the 20th, and rejoiced to learn that you are getting along so well in the management of your own affairs. I shall be ever ready and willing to give you my advice when requested. I shall send the Certificate for 11 Shares of the stock in the Hazelton Coal Company to have it exchanged for the like number of shares in the Hazelton R.R. Company when I next go to Lancaster. You may, therefore, consider this as done. Mr. & Mrs. Johnston with the Baby & nurse left here on Thursday last for the Beaford Springs. She will return here & pass the months of August & September with me. I hope that after you have paid your visits to your brother and Josephine you may favor us with a visit of a fortnight or as much longer as you may find it agreeable. If you could come in October, this would be charming. I do not intend to visit the Beaford Springs this season. If I should go any where it will be to Long Branch [NJ] or Cape May [NJ] for a few days. I have not the least news to communicate which would be of any interest to you.” In fine condition, with one horizontal and one vertical fold. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Buchanan’s hand. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Boldly signed 1864 promotion for a Congressional Medal of Honor recipient, accompanied by the distinguished soldier’s 1850 Foot Officer Sword 34. Abraham Lincoln. Partly-printed wardated DS as president, one page, 14 x 18, April 12, 1864. President Lincoln promotes Congressional Medal of Honor recipient John W. Clark to “Assistant Quartermaster of Volunteers, with the rank of Captain in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by Lincoln and countersigned by Secretary of War Edwin Stanton. Matted and framed to an overall size of 26.25 x 30. Apparently dry-mounted and in very good condition, with intersecting folds, one lightly passing through beginning of signature, handwritten portions of document and Stanton’s signature light but still legible, and some scattered light foxing. The blue seal is uniformly worn, but intact.

Also included is Clark’s 1850 Foot Officer Sword, 31 inches long, marked Patented Iron Cutter.

Shagreen and brass wire wrapped handle. Brass pommel with chaste vines. Brass knuckle bow with chaste floral designs. Leather scabbard with brass fittings. Accompanied by chamois leather carrying case labeled: “Lt. John Wesley Clark / Qtrm. Corps, U.S. Cavalry (Vt.) / Later Commissioned Capt. / Medal of Honor.” Accompanied by an original 8.5 x 6.5 albumen photo of several generals and line officers, including First Lieutenant Clark, pictured with a goatee, standing closest to the flag, with General Ambrose Burnside seated in the center.

Enlisting in the Sixth Vermont Volunteer Infantry on September 28, 1861, John W. Clark participated in several critical engagements during the course of the Civil War, including Antietam, Fredericksburg, and Gettysburg. He was awarded the Medal of Honor for his gallant conduct in Virginia on July 28, 1863, when he defended his division’s train against a vastly superior force of Confederates, receiving severe injuries but remaining in the saddle for twenty hours until he had brought his train to safety. He was promoted to captain and assistant quartermaster of volunteers the following year, and remained active until the close of the war. A handsome, war-dated document boasting an especially bold Lincoln signature, made even more desirable by the exceptional accompaniments. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Lincoln passes an accusation of Confederate bribery onto Salmon Chase 35. Abraham Lincoln. War-dated handwritten endorsement, signed as president, “A. Lincoln,” dated August 10, 1863, on an off-white 2.75 x 4.5 slip clipped from a larger document. Lincoln writes, “Hon. Sec. of the Treasury, please see & hear Gen. De Ahna.” In fine condition, with a mounting remnant to a reverse edge lightly showing through to the front. De Ahna had requested to see Lincoln to present an accusation involving a Confederate attempt to bribe Union generals to betray their commands and surrender. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $750)

“There is a great change going on in the public mind,” writes the former president upon his return to Tennessee “the state can be redeemed” 36. Andrew Johnson. ALS, one page, lightly-lined, 5 x 8, Greeneville, Tenn., June

26, 1869. Letter to the gentlemen of a committee. In part: “In compliance with your request I will address the people of Smith County at Carthage on Tuesday 20th of July; if agreeable to the committee—if that day is not suitable they will please advise me as soon as convenient—Since I had the pleasure of an interview with you at Gallatin I feel well satisfied that there is a great change going on in the public mind and if their [sic] is a reasonable effort made the state can be redeemed.” In fine condition.

After leaving the presidency in March of 1869, Johnson returned to Greeneville for the first time in eight years. Having firmly held to the Union while Tennessee seceded, he had faced widespread scorn from his statesmen during the Civil War; but with his Southern leanings as president—pushing for the quick restoration of states to the Union, and leaving the issue of African-American suffrage to the states to decide—he regained some support in his home state. With his impeachment and near removal from the White House, he returned home anxious to vindicate himself, seeking a Senate bid for the upcoming election. Though unsuccessful initially, he was finally elected in 1875, just four months before his death. A pleasant letter from the controversial former president, hopeful in his quest to rejoin Tennessee’s political scene. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Grant pardon to a man with an alias

37. U. S. Grant.

Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 7.25 x 9, June 10, 1874. President Grant orders the Secretary of State to “affix the seal of the United States to a Warrant for the pardon of Clarence Paran alias Clarence Peyran.” Double-matted and framed with a portrait of Grant to an overall size of 20 x 14.75. In fine condition, with a light crease through the end of Grant’s signature. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

A day before being contacted by Lee, Grant requests that his confidant, John Rawlins, be appointed brigadier general and chief of staff 38. U. S. Grant. ALS signed “U. S. Grant, Lt. Gen.,” one page, 7.75 x 10, March 3, 1865. Letter, marked “Cipher” at the top by Grant indicating this was a message to be telegraphed after it was encrypted, to Secretary of War Edwin Stanton. In full: “I would respectfully recommend John A. Rawlins for the appointment of Brig. Gen. & Chief of Staff under the Bill which has just passed the two Houses of Congress. Will you please do me the favor to endorse this recommendation favorably?” Notation on reverse in an unidentified hand notes “Copied.” The time “3 PM” in pencil at the top edge suggests it was sent at that time. A mild overall shade of toning from previous display and a few tape remnants on reverse, otherwise fine condition.

On March 2, Robert E. Lee sent Grant a message asking to ‘iron out differences’ between the North and South. The following day, when this letter was transmitted, Lincoln issued instructions on surrender discussions, giving Grant wide-ranging powers on military matters. Unbeknownst to Grant, Lincoln also appointed John Rawlins ‘major-general by brevet…for faithful and meritorious service.’ Less than a week later, Lincoln would appoint Rawlins as Grant’s chief of staff. When Grant was elected president in 1868, he appointed Rawlins his secretary of war.

The Union used a few forms of coded communication, but this message was likely encrypted using the Union Cipher Disk. Union officers were notoriously careless with the disk, often preceding the coded message with the key to interpret it. The Confederates understood the Union coding method and in all likelihood captured Union Cipher Disks during the war. A fine war-dated letter involving a trusted associate of the great Civil War general. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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39. U. S. Grant.

Crisp ink signature, “U. S. Grant,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2.25 card.

Scattered light toning over signature from adhesive remnants on reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Hayes sends several photos to the author of the Sherman AntiTrust Act, and regrets “as to the period of the Presidency I have none of suitable size” 40. Rutherford B. Hayes.

ALS, one page, 5.25 x 8.5, December 12, 1892. Letter to US Senator John Sherman.

In full: “It will give me great pleasure to furnish you with such photos as I have. I send two of the cabinet size. The one of ‘age 70’ is enlarged to the size you want, and is thought well of. I can have the one ‘age 63’ done the same way if preferred. I can also have one age 65. As to the period of the Presidency I have none of suitable size.

But the boys suggest that I have the oil painting in the White House photographed. In any event I will send you several of the size you want to choose from. It will gratify me to have one on your walls.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and a small translucent corner tab affixed to center of the letter, obscuring just part of one word of text. Sherman served as Hayes’s Secretary of the Treasury during his entire administration, and obviously held him in high regard, as suggested by Hayes sending several photos. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

42. James A. Garfield. Ink franking signature, “J. A. Garfield,” on

an off-white 3.25 x .75 slip clipped from an envelope and affixed to a slightly larger off-white slip. Closely trimmed left and bottom edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

43. James A. Garfield. Free

franked mailing envelope, 5.25 x 3, addressed in another hand to, “C. K. Remington, Esq.,” in Buffalo, New York, and franked at the top, “J. A. Garfield, MC.” Envelope bears a December, Washington, D. C., postal cancellation. In very good to fine condition, with scattered light toning and soiling, as well as some light creasing. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

44. Chester A. Arthur. Ink signature, “Chester A.

Arthur,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. Double-matted with an original Executive Mansion mailing envelope and engraved portrait to an overall size of 16.5 x 13. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

41. Rutherford B. Hayes. Ink signature, “R. B. Hayes,” on an off-white 2.75 x 1 slip affixed to a 4.5 x 1.25 card, which is in turn affixed to a slightly larger clipped scrapbook page. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Once fierce foes on the battlefield of Chickamauga, President Garfield and James Longstreet reach agreement on a new position for the former Confederate hero 45. James A. Garfield. Exceptionally rare partly-printed DS as president, one page, 8 x 10, May 18, 1881. Document reads, in full, “I hereby authorize and direct the Secretary of State to cause the Seal of the United States to be affixed to an envelope containing the letter of recall of Mr. James Longstreet, as Minister Resident of the U.S. at Constantinople, Turkey, dated this day, and signed by me; and for so doing this shall be his warrant.” In fine condition.

Following the Civil War, Longstreet threw his support behind the Republican party—and openly criticized Lee’s actions at Gettysburg—earning him the title of ‘traitor’ to his former Confederate comrades and making it increasingly difficult to hold a political position in the South. After being sent to Turkey in 1880, Longstreet was nominated as Marshal of Georgia by newly inaugurated President Garfield, hoping to end ‘those quarrels which have kept the…departments of government in antagonism’ for the past several years; with Senate’s approval in May of 1881, the former Confederate hero was returned home. Connecting two of the key figures in the crucial Battle of Chickamauga, the greatest Confederate victory in the Western Theater, 16 years after the war’s end, this is a truly remarkable document: no Garfield presidential document with better historical association has ever been offered. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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46. Grover Cleveland. Original 4.25 x

6.5 cabinet photo by B. F. Powelson of Buffalo, signed in the upper left in black ink, “Grover Cleveland, Mch. 15, 1908.” Cleveland began signing at the bottom of his jacket, which remains only slightly visible, and a newspaper article regarding his 71st birthday celebration is affixed to the reverse.

In fine condition, with a superficial tear to the left border of the image (the mount unaffected), and the upper right corner of the mount trivially clipped. This is a terrific specimen with a sharp, youthful image and bold signature, penned just three days before his 71st birthday and three months before his death. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“No portrait of my father was ever painted...the family had no likeness of him except as was afforded by a poor daguerreotype”

47. Grover Cleveland. ALS, one page both sides, 4.5 x 6.75,

January 12, 1903. Letter to M. D. Phillips. In part: “No portrait of my father was ever painted. At the time of his death in 1853 the family had no likeness of him except as was afforded by a poor daguerreotype.

Some copies of this enlarged are now in the possession of some of the children—but they very indifferently represent him.” Affixed along the left edge to a slightly larger sheet. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Ordering portraits from Sarony 48. Grover Cleveland.

TLS, two pages, 7.75 x 10, personal letterhead, August 6, 1892.

Letter to respected photographer Napoleon Sarony.

In part: “In reply to your recent letter in regard to photographs taken at your studio, will say that Mrs. Cleveland prefers…numbers seven and eight…So far as my pictures are concerned they are all entirely satisfactory. In carrying out your kind intentions to furnish us with pictures…it might be well to furnish me with some variety. Of course, we only expect cabinet and panel pictures in fulfillment of your proposition.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds and a small area of paper loss to lower right corner tip of the first page. Cleveland had married Frances Folsom six years earlier at the White House, the only such presidential wedding. At the time of writing this letter, Cleveland was between presidential terms and would be reelected three months later, on November 8. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I ought to say to you that this… gentleman is a very good party to let alone”

49. Grover Cleveland. ALS, one page both sides, 4 x 6, June 13,

1899. Letter to White House steward William Sinclair. In part, “You wrote some time ago about a man who had called on you to get an order for wines and liquors and who had a card with my name on it.

He persuaded me to order a case of brandy and then begged for my autograph. I think I ought to say to you that this…gentleman is a very good party to let alone.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope panel addressed in Cleveland’s hand. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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50. Grover Cleveland. Engraved portrait

of the South Lawn of the White House, signed under the image in black ink, as president, “Grover Cleveland, July 1894.” Scattered light toning and soiling, mostly to top edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

McKinley introduces the house librarian to the secretary of the interior as “the most useful man in our library”

51. Benjamin Harrison. Bank

check, 7.25 x 2.75, filled out in another hand and signed by Harrison, payable to J. E. Haskell or order for $3.75, August 16, 1884. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. Three vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, cancellation cut above signature, and expected stamps, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

52. William McKinley. Executive Mansion

card signed in black ink, “William McKinley.”

A date notation on the reverse in an unknown hand reads, “August 22, 1901. Died Saturday, September 14–1901.” In fine condition, a uniform shade of mild toning and aforementioned notations on reverse. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

53. William McKinley. Partly-

54. William McKinley. LS signed “Wm. McKinley, Jr.,” one page, lightly-lined both sides, 5.25 x 9, House of Representatives letterhead, March 19, 1889. Letter to Secretary of the Interior John Willock Noble.

In part: “Mr Wm. H. Smith, assistant Librarian in the House library, a very remarkable man, who wants to make your acquaintance. I am sure you would like to meet him. He has been for years connected with the House of Reps. and is the most useful man in our library.”

A vertical fold through a single letter of signature and docketing and pencil notation to bottom of reverse, otherwise fine condition. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

printed DS as president, one page, 16 x 19.5, January 10, 1900. President McKinley appoints Nathan J. Shelton as “Second Lieutenant in the Thirtyninth regiment of infantry, United States Volunteers.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by McKinley and countersigned by Secretary of War Elihu Root. Blue seal affixed to lower left is creased and fully intact. Affixed to a same-size mount. Overall foxing and toning, flattened creases and folds, and mild scattered staining, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Promising assistance after returning from the West 55. Theodore Roosevelt. TLS, one page,

7 x 9.75, Oyster Bay letterhead, September 19, 1917. Letter to Mrs. Elva Phipps. In full: “I am just leaving for a ten-day’s trip in the west and shall not be back until the 1st of October. It will then be a very real pleasure to see you, and of course my advice is always at your disposal.” In very good condition, with two small ink corrections to greeting and recipient’s name, horizontal fold above signature, and mild toning. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Multi-generational Roosevelt collection

56. Roosevelt Family. Collection of nine

items consisting of letters, signatures, art, and an unsigned photo.

Items are: two onepage TLSs signed by Theodore Roosevelt, Jr.; two ALSs from Edith Kermit Roosevelt; an ink signature of Kermit Roosevelt; an original watercolor painting done for Franklin Roosevelt by an admirer; a signature of Edith Delano; signature of Alice Longworth; and an original unsigned vintage matte-finish photo of Missy LeHand, possibly taken at Roosevelt’s Warm Springs retreat.

In overall fine condition, with scattered silvering to photo. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

58. Theodore Roosevelt and William H. Taft.

Partly-printed DS as president, “Theodore Roosevelt,” and as secretary of state, “Wm. H. Taft,” one page, 19.75 x 15, May 3, 1907. Roosevelt appoints Francis B. Upham as “First Lieutenant in the Artillery Corps.” Nicely signed at the conclusion by both Roosevelt and Taft. Blue seal affixed to lower left remains fully intact. Matted to an overall size of 24 x 20. In very good condition, with a repaired horizontal tear to the lower third of the document and overall creases. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

59. Theodore Roosevelt.

Unusual partlyprinted DS as president, one page, 15.5 x 11.5, January 23, 1902.

President Roosevelt appoints John Lane to be “Postmaster at Augusta in the County of Kennebec State of Maine.” Signed at the conclusion by Roosevelt and countersigned by Postmaster General H. C. Payne. Matted and framed to an overall size of 24.5 x 21. Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and some mild toning, otherwise fine condition.

The document’s gold foil seal is slightly worn and cracked and retains its original red ribbon. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

57. Theodore Roosevelt. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 15.25 x 19, January 25, 1902. President Roosevelt appoints Nathan Jordan Shelton as “Second Lieutenant in the Artillery Corps.” Signed at the conclusion by Roosevelt and countersigned by Secretary of War Elihu Root.

Blue seal affixed to lower left remains fully intact. Document is ‘gallery-wrapped’ to a same-size mount. Light overall foxing, flattened creases, and staining to the upper right, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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60. Theodore Roosevelt and Woodrow Wilson. Very nice ink

63. William H. Taft.

White House card signed in black ink, “Sincerely yours, Wm. H. Taft, Dec. 4 1912.” In fine condition, mounting remnants to reverse, a mild shade of toning, and a few ink flecks. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

signatures, “Theodore Roosevelt,” and “Woodrow Wilson,” on an off-white 4 x 5.25 page of Elbert Hubbard’s Essay of Silence, which is also signed by Elbert Hubbard and one other. In fine condition. Precertified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

61. Theodore Roosevelt. TLS, one page,

6.5 x 7.5, The Outlook letterhead, February 4, 1913.

Letter to Reverend Alan Hudson. In part, “Indeed I remember well seeing you and your son; and will your thank the latter for his very well written and amusing account of how he looked on at the interview between you and me? Mrs. Roosevelt liked it as much as I did.” Roosevelt has also handwritten a brief closing to the letter before his signature. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, some brushing to edge of signature, and toning to right edge, lightly affecting end of signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“There are those who think that chorography indicates much of the character of the writer; but I doubt it” 64. William H. Taft. ALS signed

“Wm H. Taft,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 7.75, Supreme Court of the United States letterhead, September 19, 1923. Letter to a young collector.

In part, “I am very glad to be allowed to figure in your autograph gallery. There are those who think that chorography indicates much of the character of the writer; but I doubt it.” In fine condition, with some scattered light toning. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Writing to the wife of a newly appointed diplomat to Japan: “I have no doubt he will reflect credit on the country and the administration responsible for his selection” 62. William H. Taft. Scarce ALS as president signed “Wm H. Taft,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, White House letterhead, August 19, 1911. Letter to the wife of a foreign diplomat. In part, “I was very glad to find the opportunity of appointing Larz. I have no doubt he will reflect credit on the country and the administration responsible for his selection.” In fine condition, with mounting remnants to reverse of both pages and some mild toning to second page. Larz Anderson was appointed Minister to Belgium in 1911, serving from October of 1911 until September of 1912, when he was appointed Ambassador to Japan. He held this post for only ten weeks, resigning when Woodrow Wilson assumed office. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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65. William H. Taft. Partly-print-

ed DS as president, signed “Wm. H. Taft,” one page, 14.25 x 18.5, May 21, 1910. President Taft appoints Nathan J. Shelton as “Captain on the retired list of the Army.” Signed at the conclusion

by Taft and countersigned by Acting Secretary of War Robert Shaw Oliver. Blue seal affixed to lower left remains fully intact. Affixed to a same-size mount. Light overall foxing, flattened creases and folds, and trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I am always much interested in reading of Lincoln’s life” 66. William H. Taft. TLS

signed “Wm. H. Taft,” one page, 5.25 x 7, personal letterhead, August 1, 1908.

Letter to author Wayne Whipple.

In part: “I beg to acknowledge the receipt of…some advance sheets of your book, entitled the ‘StoryLife of Lincoln,’ and advising me that you will be glad to have your publishers, the John C. Winston Company, forward me a bound copy of the book when completed…It will give me much pleasure to receive the book when it is published, as I am always much interested in reading of Lincoln’s life.” In fine condition, with scattered creases. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

67. Woodrow Wilson. TLS as president,

one page, 6.75 x 8.5, White House letterhead, December 30, 1914. Letter of thanks to a woman in Chicago.

In full: “May I not thank you for the generous words of your letter of December 21st, and assure you of my deep appreciation of the good will which you manifest!” Matted and framed to an overall size of 11.5 x 13.25. Some light skipping and feathering to signature, which is also a shade or two light, but completely legible, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

68. Woodrow Wilson.

TLS as president, one page, 7 x 8.75, White House letterhead, November 22, 1915. Letter inviting a friend to dinner at the White House. In part: “I wonder if you would be free to come down to a sort of impromptu class dinner at the White House on Tuesday next…

It would give me a great deal of pleasure it [sic] you would…I want to see as many of the fellows together again as possible.” Scattered light wrinkles and creases and a mild block of toning over text, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

69. Woodrow Wilson. Unusu-

al White House card, 4.25 x 3.25, signed near the top in black ink, “Woodrow Wilson.” Some mild toning and soiling, and mounting remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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70. Woodrow Wilson. Print of an engrav-

ing of Wilson on 8.5 x 12.75 sheet of onionskin paper, signed in the lower border in pencil

by Wilson and engraver Timothy Cole. Matted to an overall size of 14 x 17.5. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Extremely rare military appointment signed by Wilson and Roosevelt

71. Woodrow Wilson and Franklin D. Roosevelt. Partly-

printed vellum DS signed as president, “Woodrow Wilson,” and as acting secretary of the Navy, “Franklin D. Roosevelt,” one page, 15.5 x 19.25, August 1, 1919. President Wilson appoints Clark D. Stearns as “a Captain in the Navy.” Signed at the conclusion in black ink by both. Blue Navy Department seal affixed at the bottom remains fully intact with scattered creases. In very good condition, with light scattered soiling, overall rippling due to adhesive remnants to reverse, and some fading and irregular adhesion to both signatures. This is just the second example of a Wilson/Roosevelt we have offered, the only other in 2005. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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72. Warren G. Harding. White

House card boldly signed in black ink, “Warren G. Harding.” In fine condition, with some mounting and adhesive remnants to reverse. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

Rare Coolidge AQS paying tribute to America’s first president 73. Calvin Coolidge.

AQS on an off-white 7 x 10.25 sheet of his personal stationery.

Coolidge pens a quote from the conclusion of his commencement address given at George Washington University on February 22, 1929.

Coolidge writes: “As we study the statesmanship of Washington, as we see it demonstrated in our domestic and foreign experience, he becomes a larger and larger figure…The reverence for his memory continues to increase with the increasing years.” In fine condition. On February 22, 1929, just ten days before they left the White House, both President and Mrs. Coolidge were awarded Doctor of Laws degrees at a commencement ceremony at George Washington University. Coolidge was always a great admirer of Washington as proved in this reverent quote. Provenance: Christie’s, 2005. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

74. Calvin Coolidge.

White House card neatly signed in black ink, “Calvin Coolidge.” In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

75. Herbert Hoover. Vintage

fountain pen signature, “Herbert Hoover,” on an offwhite 2.75 x 2 card.

In fine condition, with a paperclip impression to the top. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Scarce 1928 Christmas card from Rio de Janeiro

“I want my name kept out of it!”

78. Herbert H o o v e r.

TLS, two pages, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, September 15, 1933. Letter to his attorney. In part: “I and some friends have been purchasing some land in the southern San Joaquin Valley…I wonder if you would be willing to do a professional job for me in respect to a particular piece which may or may not be for sale? Either the Los Angeles Athletic Club or Los Angeles Duck Club own two sections of land southeast of Bakersfield…They use it for duck shooting purposes…as this institution has recently been in financial difficulties it might be willing to sell the land at a reasonable price if it were given a perpetual right to maintain their Duck Club on it…I would be glad if you could find out what the lowest price is that they would accept…I send you a small map with the areas marked.”

At the conclusion he adds, “I want my name kept out of it!” The handnotated map mentioned is also stapled to the letter. In fine condition, with two punch holes to the upper left. A fascinating letter from one of Hoover’s post-presidential ventures. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

76. Herbert and Lou Henry Hoover. Vintage matte-finish 11.5 x 9.25 photo sent as a Christmas card, showing Rio de Janeiro’s Corocavado mountain, signed in the lower border in fountain pen, “Merry Christmas from Herbert Hoover” and “Lou Henry Hoover,” and dated 1928. A small area of paper loss to the upper left corner and tiny tear to top edge, otherwise fine condition. Hoover had just been elected as president in November 1928, after which he took a goodwill tour of Central and South America. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

77. Herbert Hoover.

White House card nicely signed in fountain pen, “Herbert Hoover.” In fine condition, with mild soiling. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

79. Eleanor Roosevelt. Uncommon vintage glossy 8 x 6.5 photo of Roosevelt at a formal event, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Carol Stone, with good wishes, Eleanor Roosevelt.” Trimmed edges (slightly affecting first letter of inscription), and scattered bends and creases, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Book presented to the long time White House records keeper

80. Eleanor Roosevelt.

TLS, one page, 6 x 7, personal letterhead, November 22, 1932. Letter to a young collector. In full, “I will ask my husband’s secretary to have the cartoon autographed for your [sic], but I am afraid you will have to wait a little while as he is absolutely swamped just now.” In fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

81. Eleanor Roosevelt. TLS, one page, 6 x 9.25, White House letterhead, April 4, 1933. Letter to an admirer. In full, “I will be glad to see you if you ever come to Washington. I was interested in reading about your program, and I think it must have been an impressive sight.” In fine condition, with a few spots of trivial foxing. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Incredible portrait signed by President Roosevelt on his 62nd birthday, at the start of 1944

82. Franklin D. Roosevelt.Exquisite vintage

color 11.5 x 15 collotype print of Elizabeth Shoumatoff’s portrait of Franklin D. Roosevelt, signed as president in the lower border in fountain pen, “Franklin D. Roosevelt, Jan. 30, 1944.”

Framed to an overall size of 13.5 x 17. In fine condition.

This rare print of Shoumatoff’s distinguished portrait, showing the grey-haired Roosevelt in a winter naval cape—symbolically set against a clouded horizon with a sliver of blue sky over his right shoulder—was named ‘Signing the Atlantic Charter,’ by the President himself, in reference to the momentous pre-war conference with Churchill that resulted in the August 1941 Atlantic Charter. Inscribed for presentation only to his closest family members and the few members of the Cuff Links Club, this is a remarkable portrait from a key year in Roosevelt’s presidency. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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83. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Signed book: Alice of Old Vincennes.

Later printing. NY: Grossett and Dunlap, 1908. Hardcover, 5.25 x 7.75, 419 pages. Signed on the first free end page in blue fountain pen. Autographic condition: fine, with a mild shade of toning to signed page. Book condition: VG/None. Book originates from the estate of Elizabeth Bonsteel, chief of White House records management from 1924–1963. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Mrs. Roosevelt registers her Suburban in New York

84. Eleanor Roosevelt. DS, signed “Anna Eleanor Roosevelt,” one page both sides, 6 x 4, 1940. Roosevelt’s 1940 State of New York registration for her GMC Suburban, filled out in another hand and signed by Roosevelt, with the fee being $27.00. In fine condition, with expected document wear and a single vertical fold. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

85. Franklin D. Roosevelt. TLS,

one page, 8 x 10.25, Navy Department letterhead, October 2, 1919. Letter to a woman about her son. In full, “I beg to acknowledge the receipt of your letter of recent date in regard to the transfer of Ensign Alan Hudson, to the Receiving Ship at Boston. In reply, I have to state, that Ensign Hudson has been ordered to the Receiving Ship at Boston, for temporary duty on board.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, a couple small stamps and notations, staple holes to top, and scattered toning. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

President Truman awards The Legion of Merit 86. Harry S. Truman.

DS as president, one page, 8 x 10.5, no date.

President Truman awards Major Evdokim Ivanovich Sidorov the Legion of Merit for personally coordinating “the fire of his artillery units with the advance of infantry in a skillful manner which aided extensively in continued success against enemy resistance.” Accompanied by the Legion of Merit certificate, dated April 6, 1946, signed by the secretary of war and the adjutant general. In fine condition, with a rusty paperclip mark to top edge, and scattered toning and foxing to certificate. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Highly desirable, oversized signed staff photo of the famous ‘DEWEY DEFEATS TRUMAN’ image 87. Harry S. Truman. Rare oversized vintage glossy

13 x 10.5 photo of Truman holding up the memorable ‘Dewey Defeats Truman’ issue of the Chicago Tribune, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Courtney Barber, with happy memories! Harry Truman, 8/12/56.”

Attractively cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 21.5 x 19. In very good condition, with overall creases (most noticeably are diagonal creases to upper right and vertical extending from bottom edge through his arm, but not affecting signature), and mild crazing to emulsion.

Three years after assuming the presidency following the death of FDR, President Truman held a mere 35% approval rating going into the 1948 campaign season. Facing a strong competitor in New York Governor Thomas Dewey, who had made a strong showing against Roosevelt four years prior and was running a well-financed campaign, and struggling to unite the Democratic party—which was split into three factions going into the election—virtually no one expected Truman to win the election, including the press. The Chicago Daily Tribune, a pro-Republican newspaper, was so sure of Dewey’s victory that on Tuesday, November 2, before any polls closed, it printed the now famous “DEWEY DEFEATS TRUMAN” headline for the following day. Gleefully displaying the misinformed paper on his train the following morning, this is one of the most famous political photos in US history. An unusually large size, this is a highly desirable piece. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300) | 29

88. Harry S. Truman. TLS,

one page, 7 x 10.25, personal letterhead, October 28, 1955. Letter to a couple seeking an autograph.

In full: “In reply to your letter of the seventh, I believe it might be better if you just sent your copy of the memoirs to me. I would be very happy to sign it for your father and return it to you.” In fine condition, with some scattered mild toning.

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

89. Harry S. Truman. White House card signed in black ink, “Harry S. Truman, Jan. 19, 1953.” In fine condition, with a bit of scattered very mild soiling. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Truman presents his Treasury Secretary an official 1948 signed cabinet portrait 90. Harry S. Truman and Cabinet. Vintage matte-finish 13.75 x 10.75 official

Truman cabinet photo from January 9, 1948, neatly signed in blue and black fountain pen on the lines provided underneath by all 12 members: “Harry S. Truman,” “John W. Snyder,” “Tom C. Clark,” “James Forrestal,” “G. C. Marshall,” “L. B. Schwellenbach,” “Clinton P. Anderson,” “J. M. Donaldson,” “W. A. Harriman,” and “J. A. Krug.” Also signed “John R. Steelman” (Assistant to the President), and “Philip B. Fleming” (Federal Works Administrator). Affixed to the lower left is a handwritten note from Truman to Treasury Secretary John Snyder on an embossed presidential card, which reads, “Here’s your picture all fixed up. To John Snyder HST, 2/18/48.” Reverse of photo is stamp-dated January 9, 1948, with a handwritten notation stating the photo is by Abbie Rowe. A small caption is also affixed to the bottom edge of the photo. In fine condition. A rare photo of President’s cabinet owned by a member of that Cabinet, the first we have ever seen offered for sale. The fact that the President himself had it signed by his Cabinet and then presented it to one of its members makes it all the more desirable. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Three years after dropping the atomic bomb, Truman desires “to accelerate the stockpiling of strategic and critical materials” 91. Harry S. Truman. TLS as president, one page, 8 x 10.5, White House letterhead,

July 16, 1948. Memorandum for the director of the Bureau of the Budget, James E. Webb.

In part: “Attached is a copy of a Recommendation to the President by the National Security Resources Board on steps necessary to accelerate the stockpiling of strategic and critical materials (NSRB-R-11). I have approved this recommendation…Will you please undertake an investigation of the responsibilities and activities of the various departments and agencies of the Government in connection with the stockpiling of strategic and critical materials, and particularly with the specific recommendations contained in the National Security Resources Board report, and prepare for me at the earliest practicable time a recommended program of action.” In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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Optimistic and fast-acting President Truman sets the wheels in motion on the Marshall Plan in the fall of 1947 92. Harry S. Truman. TLS

as president, one page, 8 x 10.5, White House letterhead, October 30, 1947. Letter to the director of the Bureau of the Budget, James E. Webb.

In full: “The Acting Secretary of State, in reporting to me on the progress made in examining the report submitted by the Paris Conference on European Economic Recovery and in the formulation of an Administration position with regard to this report has expressed great appreciation of the assistance received from you and the members of your Bureau working on this matter. While I naturally expect the fullest measure of co-operation from members of the Executive Departments, I am very gratified at the fine teamwork being displayed both by the individuals and the agencies involved. I have noted it with pleasure, and I commend you and your associates for the great efforts being made in this undertaking. I hope you will pass on to the personnel of your Bureau who have been so helpful, an assurance of my gratitude and appreciation for their work.”

A previously affixed ANS on a 5 x 3 slip, signed “HST,” reads: “This proposition looks as if we should comply. Please talk to Cong. Bates about it.” In fine condition, with toned adhesive remnants where note was once affixed.

Following Secretary of State George C. Marshall’s call for American assistance in restoring the economic infrastructure of war-torn Europe, sixteen European nations met in Paris to develop a plan in the summer of 1947. Signing their report on September 22, it was presented to the US while Congress was on recess, giving Truman and his advisors time to work with it. Expressing gratitude to the Bureau of the Budget for their early contributions, the optimistic president shows support of a plan in the works. Republican Congressman George J. Bates of Massachusetts had recently returned from a six-week tour assessing the conditions Europe, and, with the eight other delegates who joined him, recommended immediate action to prevent a complete collapse; the president heeded that advice, forwarding a proposition that “looks as if we should comply.” The Economic Cooperation Act was passed on April 2, 1948, establishing the Economic Cooperation Administration to administer the Marshall Plan; President Truman signed it the next day. An excellent pairing of items from President Truman regarding the quick progress of one of the largest rescue programs in history. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

93. Harry S. Truman. Cover bearing an affixed six-cent postage stamp honoring Franklin D. Roosevelt, signed over the stamp in black ballpoint, “Harry S. Truman.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope, which bears a pre-printed franking signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Curtailing government spending after the outbreak of the Korean War 94. Harry S. Truman. TLS as president, two pages, 8 x 10.25, White House letterhead, July 21, 1950. Letter to Secretary of the Treasury John W. Snyder. In part, “In my message of July 19 to the Congress, I announced that I was directing the executive agencies ‘…to conduct a detailed review of Government programs, for the purpose of modifying them wherever practicable to lessen the demand upon services, commodities, raw materials, manpower, and facilities which are in competition with those needed for national defense.

The Government as well as the public, must exercise great restraint in the use of those goods and services which are needed for our increased defense efforts.’ In order to adjust the programs of the Federal Government, I am writing to you and the heads of the other agencies whose programs involve substantial use of materials and other resources needed for the defense effort. Please reexamine your programs…

All civil public works, both direct Federal programs and grant-in-aid programs, should be screened with the objective, as far as practical, of deferring, curtailing, or slowing down those projects which do not directly contribute to defense or to civilian requirements essential in the changed international situation set forth in my message…

Procurement of supplies and equipment should be held to minimum amounts, especially purchases of motor vehicles, typewriters, and other equipment using critical materials. Inventories should be reduced to the lowest practical levels, and excess supplies and equipment should be made available immediately to the General Services Administration. In addition, I shall expect that in the reexamination of the programs of your agency, you will give first priority to those activities which contribute directly to national defense, including requests of other agencies for assistance. I am asking the Director of the Bureau of the Budget to work closely with you in this review and to report to me on the steps which you have taken in revising your program to meet these objectives.” In fine condition, with a paperclip impression to top edge. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“All I can ask is that the decisions of the Convention be made earnestly, fairly, and with solemn concern for the long-range future of our country and our Party” 95. Dwight D. Eisenhower. TLS, one page, 7 x 10.25, personal letterhead, June 28, 1952.

Letter to a New Hampshire delegate. In part: “Between my return home and the Convention and Chicago, I wanted to exchange views with the maximum number of men and women who represent the Republican Party…I hope also that I have been able to impart to them and to you the broad principles of government in which I believe. All I can ask is that the decisions of the Convention be made earnestly, fairly, and with solemn concern for the long-range future of our country and our Party.” In fine condition, with staple holes to upper left corner. A terrific letter written just days before winning the closely-contested presidential nomination. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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The newly-elected Eisenhower acknowledges “the difficult tasks ahead,” using the rarest form of his signature—“Ike Eisenhower” 96. Dwight D. Eisenhower. TLS signed “Ike

Eisenhower,” one page, 7 x 10.25, personal letterhead, November 11, 1952. Letter to a supporter, written one week after winning the 1952 election, in part: “Your offer of help and your expression of support give me encouragement for the difficult tasks ahead.” In fine condition.

Despite the widespread use and popularity of his nickname during his campaigns, he seldom signed as “Ike Eisenhower.” Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

A portrait presented to Truman’s valued treasury secretary

Response to the film mogul’s birthday wishes 98. Dwight D. Eisenhower.

TLS as president, one page, 6.75 x 8.75, White House letterhead, October 20, 1953.

Letter to Jack Warner of Warner Bros. Pictures. In full: “Thank you very much for your felicitations on my birthday. I deeply appreciate your thoughtful courtesy.” In fine condition, with a tiny tear to top edge. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

Limited edition of the Supreme Commander’s memoir of World War II, signed on its desirable D-Day order

97. Dwight D. Eisenhower.

Vintage mattefinish 8 x 10 photo of Eisenhower in full dress uniform, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “For the Honorable John Snyder, Secretary of the Treasury with best wishes and warm regards from his friend, Dwight D. Eisenhower.” In fine condition, with mild rippling to bottom border and a mounting remnant to reverse bottom edge. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

99. Dwight D. Eisenhower. Signed book: Crusade in Europe. First edition, limited issue, numbered 894/1492. Garden City, NY: Doubleday, 1948. Hardcover, 6.75 x 9.75, 559 pages. Signed in fountain pen on a special prefatory page reproducing Eisenhower’s Order of the Day on D-Day, “Dwight D. Eisenhower.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG+/None. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“There are some noisy communists in every capital—I sometimes wonder whether they know what they’re trying to do to themselves!”

100. Dwight D. Eisenhower. ALS signed “Ike,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.75 x 8.75, Hotel d’Angleterre, Copenhagen letterhead, January 11, [1951]. Letter to “My Love.”

In part: “I’ve reached Paris without meeting a single rough spot in the sky—to avoid being ahead of time we had to fly around France about an hour. We remained in that city from Sun. Morning until Tues. Afternoon, going at a hectic pace. Then we went to Brussels, The Hague and Copenhagen on one night stands. We shall leave here (weather permitting) right after lunch, landing at Oslo, Norway about 4:00 p.m. The next day to London, from where I hope to talk to you on the phone. This kind of thing is exhausting,…[?]…As of this moment the entire party is in good health, and everybody busy as bees. There are letters to write, thank you cards to send, arrangements for a dozen visits each day, trips to and from airports, etc., etc. So no one seems to be idle…There are some noisy communists in every capital—I sometimes wonder whether they know what they’re trying to do to themselves! Well darling, this note brings you all my love—don’t forget me.” In fine condition, with light show-through from writing to opposing sides.

In December of 1950, at the request of the European allies, Eisenhower was appointed Supreme Allied Commander of NATO, responsible for directing the organization’s buildup of military forces. Responding to the Soviets’ recent demonstration of their first atomic weapon, the nations agreed that a common defense against the growing threat of Communist aggression was crucial. But building a multinational army within the constraints of a Europe that was recovering from World War II and convincing war-weary Americans of NATO’s necessity was a major challenge. By mid-1951, Eisenhower had made a strong case before Congress and extensively toured Europe to advise participating nations, quickly turning NATO into a genuine military force. His work in this role helped foster important relationships with the leaders of postwar Europe and gain strong international understanding and respect that would come into play time and again during his presidency. A sweet letter home to his beloved wife, written as he worked to build a new kind of army, ‘to preserve the peace and not to wage war.’ Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

101. Dwight D. Eisenhower and Richard Nixon. A collection of six TLSs, one from John F. Kennedy, three from Dwight D. Eisenhower (all as president), and two from Richard Nixon, both as Vice President, all to John L. Casey, Jr., the National Chairman for the Youth for Eisenhower-Nixon organization. The first letter is from Senator Kennedy, signed “John,” dated January 15, 1955, and reading, in part: “It was most kind of you to remember us and we appreciate your thoughtfulness more than we can say. I hope to be back to work in the not too distant future and look forward to seeing you some time soon.” A letter from Eisenhower, dated November 10, 1956, reads, in part: “With the national political election of 1956 now history, I want to express to you my deep appreciation of your work with the National Citizens for Eisenhower-Nixon organization. As I have so often said, the ‘Citizens’ are particularly close to my heart, and your untiring efforts…gratified and pleased me.” Another letter dated December 2, 1956, on White House stationery, places Eisenhower in Augusta, Georgia. A third, dated December 6, 1956, reads in part: “A good friend of the National Citizens for Eisenhower-Nixon has made available to me a number of copies of a special medallion…it occurred to me that you might like to have one of them, on which you name will be inscribed…I hope that the medallion will serve as a suitable keepsake of the 1956 political campaign, in which both you and I had a particular interest.” The last two letters are typed letters from Nixon on Office of the Vice President stationery. One, dated January 29, 1957, reads in part: “considerable credit for our November victory certainly goes to you two and the many able assistants which I know you had. I am glad to know that you are going to try to keep the organization in being as we must constantly look ahead to the unfinished tasks that are so evident, such as a Republican Congress in 1958.” In overall fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Ike invites his niece and son-in-law to “be the personal guests of Mamie and myself” at his 1957 Inaugural festivities 102. Dwight D. Eisenhower. Archive consisting of a

TLS from Eisenhower, along with inaugural tickets, programs, and other related items, sent from Eisenhower to his brother Edgar’s daughter and son-in-law. TLS signed “Ike E,” as president, one page, 7 x 9, White House letterhead, December 20, 1956. Letter to Mr. and Mrs. William O. Causin, of Tacoma, Washington. In full: “With the official invitation to the Inaugural ceremonies, which accompanies this letter, comes also the hope that you will be the personal guests of Mamie and myself for the various functions to be held on January twenty-first. Since there are a number of other affairs to be held during the Inaugural period, a letter from Mr. Thomas E. Stephens is also attached, describing all of them in some detail. Mr. Stephens will be glad to be helpful to you in the matter of accommodations, also, if you should so desire. With warm personal regard.”

Printed letter from Thomas E. Stephens, a member of the White House staff, two pages, 8 x 10.5, headed at the top, “Memorandum Regarding Inaugural Activities,” informing the Causins that two complimentary tickets will be reserved for them for the Inaugural Ceremony at the Capitol, for the Inaugural Parade, and for the Inaugural Ball.

Also included are: two engraved Inaugural Invitations; complimentary tickets to the “Inaugural Festival 1957,” Pre-Inaugural Service, Inaugural Parade, and Inaugural Ball; Programs of the Pre-Inaugural Services, Inaugural Ball, Inaugural Ceremonies, and Inaugural Festival; two 5 x 3 index cards with the Causins’ schedule for January 19th and 20th. Handwritten in pencil on the January 19th card, “Visit with Earl” and, in ink on the reverse, “Arthur 950-51 / Earl 800 / Milton Mayflower 571,” the hotel rooms of President Eisenhower’s four brothers. The schedule on the January 20th card includes, “10:30 AM Private Swearing-in Ceremony. White House (street dress).” Constitutionally, President Eisenhower’s second term began at 12 Noon on January 20, 1957, but because it fell on a Sunday, the public swearing-in was held on Monday, January 21st. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“As a personal favor to me, would you keep this reasonably confidential until after the event?”

103. Dwight D. Eisenhower. TLS as president, one page, 7 x 10.25, White House let-

terhead, March 24, 1955. Letter to Frank Jorgensen of MetLife. In part: “I wonder if it would be convenient for you to come to an informal stag dinner on the evening of Wednesday, April twenty-seventh…Because of the informality of the occasion, I suggest that we meet at the White House about half past seven, have a reasonably early dinner, and devote the evening to a general chat…I shall probably wear a white dinner jacket, but business suit will be entirely appropriate…As a personal favor to me, would you keep this reasonably confidential until after the event?” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Beautiful dress made for Jackie’s personal secretary from linen brought back from Greece in 1963 105. Jacqueline Kennedy. Signed book: One Special Summer.

Limited signed first edition of 500 copies. NY: Delacorte Press, 1974.

Hardcover with slipcase, 11 x 13.25, signed in ink on the colophon, “Jacqueline Bouvier” and “Lee Bouvier.” Autographic condition: very fine. Book condition: NF/None. A delightful journal sketched and written by the sisters during their journey abroad, holding the scarcest form of Jacqueline’s signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I would like to be listed with the police and registered in Hyannis Port for the entire year” 106. Jacqueline Kennedy.

104. Jacqueline Kennedy. Dress made for Kennedy’s personal secretary Mary Gallagher from linen brought back from Greece by Jacqueline Kennedy. Short-sleeve cream-colored dress has an embroidered design of the Acropolis near the bottom, a zip-up back, and a sash belt made from the same material. Dress was made for Gallagher by White House seamstress Lucinda Mormon. Accompanied by a photocopy of a 2001 letter of provenance from Gallagher which reads, in part, “This linen, cream-colored, dress with a design of the Greek Acropolis…was hand-made for me by Lucinda Morman, White House Seamstress. The material for this dress was given to me by Mrs. Kennedy upon her return from Greece in 1963…Mrs. Kennedy regularly brought back yard goods from her travels, storing them in the third floor closet for her future needs and/or for gifts to employees…Since receiving this, it has remained in my possession at my home.” In fine condition. Provenance: The Robert L. White Collection; Guernsey’s, 2005. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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TLS, one page, 6.25 x 9.25, personal letterhead, April 16, 1968.

Letter to Howard Sears, town clerk of Barnstable, Massachusetts, regarding her eligibility to vote. In full: “This is to inform you that I would like to be listed with the police and registered in Hyannis Port for the entire year of 1968 as well as each year in the future. I am sorry if I failed to write you earlier but I was only recently informed that I should draw this fact to your attention. In this way, I understand that I shall be able to vote in Hyannis Port.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope bearing a pre-printed franking signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

107. Jacqueline Kennedy. Collection of 10 unsigned handwritten notes and three file folders bearing handwritten notations from Kennedy, on various size sheets of White House stationery, almost all to her personal secretary Mary Gallagher. One bears writing from Mary Gallagher on one side that reads, “‘Latest Slides’—Kay McGowan wants to know Mrs. Kennedy’s reaction on them. Mary G. 11/19/62,” on the reverse Kennedy writes, “Tell her I marked slides of ones I like. Can I keep slides? Don’t need any new clothes now—as no engagements till well into New Year—but when I do will order—Tell her I love black evening dress.” [Kay McGowan was the contact with Oleg Cassini]; “Caroline’s saddle and bridle from Chile—on 3rd floor—or ask Mary Gal”; “Mary Can you ask—(call today) Kay McGowan what things she has in work for me & when they will be delivered—find out what things I ordered she hasn’t got started on—as I may cancel some—it’s been so long & I don’t need them so much now—put on my desk today”; “Mary 1) In the red leather scrapbook would you go through it & paste in the pictures that are just clipped—then have 1962 stamped on the back—& the seal on the front & put it in our shelf.” In overall fine condition. Accompanied by a copy of a certificate of authenticity from Gallagher. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Signing his ghostwritten Pulitzer Prize–winning classic

108. John F. Kennedy. Signed book: Profiles in Courage. Later printing. NY: Harper

and Brothers, 1956. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.75 x 8.5, 266 pages. Signed on the first free end page in fountain pen, “John F. Kennedy.” Autographic condition: very good, with a strip of toning over first name of signature, and some other scattered light toning and foxing to signed page. Book condition: VG-/VG-. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

109. John F. Kennedy. Printed invitation to the 1961 Inaugural Ball to be held on January 20, 1961, at the National Guard Armory in Washington. Invitation measures 5.75 x 7.75 open, and includes a printed card from the Inaugural Committee. In fine condition.

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“I regret that I cannot be of greater help to you” 110. John F. Kennedy. TLS signed “John Kennedy,” one page, 8 x 10.5,

United States Senate letterhead, February 19, 1953. Letter to Robert B. Marco. In part: “I am enclosing, for your further information, a copy of a letter I have received from Mr. William C. Hull, Executive Assistant, Civil Service Commission, regarding your desire to secure a position in the Postal Transportation Service. I am very sorry his reply is not more favorable at this time.” In a handwritten note below, Kennedy apologizes again: “I regret that I cannot be of greater help to you.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, which bears a pre-printed free frank, as well as the enclosure referenced in the letter. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Jackie’s French-designed Bermuda shorts

111. Jacqueline Kennedy. Jackie

Kennedy’s personally-owned shorts. Lilac purple linen Bermuda-style shorts bear a “Griffon de Paris in Moygashel Linen,” manufacturer’s label sewn into the waist. The knee-length shorts feature a wide back pocket and a two-button side opening with zipper. In fine condition. Accompanied by a copy of a certificate of authenticity from Mary Gallagher, Kennedy’s personal secretary from the 2003 sale at Hantman’s. A casual, yet still elegant, personal item from the iconic first lady. Provenance: Robert L. White Collection, Guernsey’s, 2005. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Classic cluster-column candlesticks from the former First Lady’s personal estate 112. Jacqueline Kennedy. A pair of attractive creamware cluster-column candlesticks used by the Kennedys in their Georgetown home.

The candlesticks, most likely continental from the 19th century, each measure 12˝ high with the square bases measuring 4.5˝ on each side.

Each has a scroll-molded flaring nozzle (restored) supported on four clustered columns with fleur-de-lis ornaments around the top and bottom, and is perched on a stepped square base. There are also wax remnants at the bottom of each holder. In fine condition, with aforementioned restoration and some small chips and areas of discoloration. Famous for her impeccable taste in interior decor—which left a lasting mark on the White House, as she immediately beginning a revitalization of the drab interior upon her arrival in 1961—Jackie kept these candlesticks, used to decorate her and John’s Georgetown home, her entire life. A stunning artifact from the elegant First Lady’s personal estate. Provenance: From the collection of John Strangi, purchased through Sotheby’s 1996 auction of The Estate of Jacqueline Kennedy. RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Stunning gold brooch and necklace worn by the beloved fashion iconand kept until her death in 1994

113. Jacqueline Kennedy. Kennedy’s personally-owned and -worn brooch and necklace. Gold gilt metal cross brooch measures 3 x 3.5, has a horizontal pin-back and is marked on the back, “Christian Lacroix, Made in Paris.” The gold gilt metal bead necklace measures 22˝ long, with the cross measuring 3 x 4.75, with no visible maker’s marks. In fine condition. Though Jackie Kennedy owned some of the finest jewelry in the world, she also had a great fondness for relatively inexpensive costume jewelry. While some were designer costume pieces, such as this stunning brooch from renowned French designer Christian LaCroix, some were simply beautiful pieces that caught her eye. These two items, straight from Jackie’s estate, are dazzling reminders of the First Lady’s iconic style. Provenance: From the collection of John Strangi, purchased through Sotheby’s 1996 auction of The Estate of Jacqueline Kennedy. RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Attractive gothic revival wall sconce from Jackie’s home 114. Jacqueline Kennedy. One of Kennedy’s Victorian green-painted wooden gothic revival wall sconces. Sconce measures 8˝ high and 8.5˝ across at its widest point. No maker’s marks are visible and one spindle shows a couple of previous repairs. In fine condition, with aforementioned repair.

Provenance: From the collection of John Strangi, purchased through Sotheby’s 1996 auction of The Estate of Jacqueline Kennedy. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Lieutenant Johnson sends thanks to Louis B. Mayer 115. Lyndon B. Johnson. TLS,

one page, 6.5 x 9, Department of the Navy letterhead, March 13, 1942. Brief letter to Louis B. Mayer.

In full, “I was encouraged by my visit with you yesterday. Thanks very much. I hope we may meet again.” Signed at the conclusion

by Johnson as Lieutenant Commander of the Navy Reserves.

In fine condition, with red pencil notation to top right. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Few men so young as you have done more for this country” 11 6 . Ly n d o n B .

Johnson. TLS as pres-

ident signed “L.B.J.,” one page, 6.75 x 9, White House letterhead, June 10, 1966. Letter to Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara. In full, “I’ve already told you—but just for the record—Happy Birthday!

You know how much I think of you, need you, and admire you. Few men so young as you have done more for this country. That’s why yesterday was a good day for us all.” In fine condition. Letter originates from the estate of Robert S. McNamara. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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117. Lyndon B. Johnson. TLS as

president, one page, 6.75 x 9, White House letterhead, September 20, 1968. Letter to Rebekah Harkness.

In part, “I’m delighted that you have agreed to serve as a Trustee of the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. The Center holds tremendous promise for all the country, and it will be stronger because of your leadership.” In fine condition, with a paperclip impression to top edge. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Johnson commends his secretary of defense for doing his part in a “$5 billion cutback” 118. Lyndon B. Johnson. TLS

as president, one page, 7 x 10.25, White House letterhead, December 2, 1966. Letter to Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara. In full: “The attached letter [not present] from me to you is, I think, selfexplanatory. I am anxious to do everything in my power to minimize Federal spending this year and next.

You know about the $5 billion cutback in Federal programs I just announced. In turn, I know how hard you are working to pare Service requests, both for the 1967 supplemental and the 1968 budget. I wrote the attached letter so that you could use it with your Service Secretaries and Joint Chiefs to get their fullest cooperation in reaching your objective.” In fine condition, with show-through from stamp on reverse at top, not affecting any text or Johnson’s crisp signature. Letter originates from the estate of Robert S. McNamara. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 42 | December 11, 2013 | PRESIDENTS & FIRST LADIES

“Your many contributions in the field of mental health and your interest in the well-being of older persons has come to my attention” 119. Lyndon B. Johnson.

TLS as president, one page, 6.75 x 9, White House letterhead, September 28, 1964.

Letter of commendation reads, in part: “Your many contributions in the field of mental health and your interest in the well-being of older persons has come to my attention. Resolution of the problems of aging and mental health is one of our noblest objectives and commands the aid and support of capable and dedicated men like you.

Your services on the Panel of Consultants on Aging…your testimony before Congressional committees, and your consistent support for programs designed to help enrich the lives of older persons and to cure mental disease is in our best tradition. I am pleased to commend you for these efforts.” In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

120. Lyndon B .

Johnson. Printed in-

vitation to the 1965 Inaugural Ball to be held on January 20, 1965.

Invitation measures 7 x 9.75 open, and includes a special order form for the 1965 Official Inaugural Book with its transmittal envelope. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

121. Lyndon B. Johnson. Two identical printed invitations

for the inauguration of Lyndon B. Johnson, 8.25 x 11, to be held on January 20, 1965. Some staining to edges and light creases, otherwise overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Inscribed to Jack Ruby’s prosecuter 122. Lyndon B. Johnson. Vintage matte-finish 5.5 x 7 bust portrait of Johnson affixed to a 7 x 10 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in fountain pen, “To Jim Bowie—With best wishes, Lyndon B. Johnson.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 14 x 17. In fine condition. Bowie was a popular lawyer who was on the prosecution team for the state of Texas in the case against Jack Ruby; he went on to be appointed as a judge, the youngest to ever hold a seat in Texas. A supremely interesting association. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

A stunning, crisply signed baseball from the celebrated Randy L. Kaplan collection 123. Ronald Reagan. Rare official Rawlings American League baseball signed in black ink on a side panel, “Ronald Reagan.” An exceptionally bright, clean baseball in fine condition. Coming directly from noted collector Randy Kaplan, this baseball has enjoyed its place among his incredibly popular collection for two decades, having been obtained in July of 1993 directly outside of Reagan’s Avenue of the Stars office in Los Angeles. All received either in person or by high-ranking government officials—friends of Kaplan, a government affairs specialist—the impressive collection has been on display at both the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum in Grand Rapids and the William Jefferson Clinton Presidential Center in Little Rock, and has been featured in Autograph Collector Magazine, Newsday, The Pen & Quill, and on MSNBC’s Imus in the Morning.

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With the Watergate investigation closing in at the start of 1974, Nixon expresses gratitude for a letter “urging me not to resign the Presidency” 126. Richard Nixon. TLS as 124. Richard Nixon

125. Richard Nixon

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president signed “RN,” one page, 6.5 x 8.75, White House letterhead, February 20, 1974. Letter to Congressman C. W. ‘Bill’ Young. In full, “The joint letter you signed recently urging me not to resign the Presidency had been received and I am grateful for this expression of sentiments by you and your colleagues in the House. It is my intention to remain on the job and perform my duties in the best fashion possible. As I endeavor to fulfill my responsibilities, it is reassuring to know that I have your support.” In fine condition.

With mounting evidence against Nixon’s administration, the upcoming indictment of the ‘Watergate Seven,’ and claims of executive privilege over tape recordings from his office raising serious eyebrows, the President faced rising calls to resign his office in early 1974. In this incredibly rare letter to Florida Congressman Bill Young, who would go on to serve over four decades, making him the longestserving Republican member of Congress, Nixon addresses his potential resignation outright, announcing his “intention to remain on the job,” with the greatly appreciated support of constituents like Young. When Nixon was finally forced to release the tapes in July of the same year, revealing his involvement in the scandal, he seemingly lost that support; all four of Florida’s Republican congressmen said they would approve of his impeachment. While signed souvenir typescripts of Nixon’s letter of resignation—with the text added after his signing—appear on the market quite often, it is virtually impossible to find letters in which he grapples with the topic outright. A fantastic piece from one of America’s most famous scandals. MB $300

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notables 160. Yuri Andropov.

Appointed KGB chief in 1967, he became a full member of the Politburo in 1973. His firm handling of dissident movements enhanced his reputation, enabling him to be chosen as Brezhnev’s successor in 1983, but he died after less than 15 months in office. Greeting card from 1975, 4.5 x 6.5, bearing a printed Russian sentiment, and signed in blue ballpoint.

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

161. Anne de Montmorency. French soldier, statesman and diplomat (1493–1567) who became Marshal and Constable of France.

Manuscript vellum DS in French, one page, 12.25 x 7.5, docketed 1567. Rare untranslated document of one of the most important historical figures of France. In very good condition, with a few vertical storage folds and scattered creases, and moderate soiling and paper loss to right side (affecting a small portion of the text). RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Tell your friend that The Life & Work of S. B. A. is to be had...

Book Store in London—and that in that work she will find sundry pictures of S. B. A” 162. Susan B. Anthony. ALS, one page, 8.5 x 11, National American Woman Suffrage Association letterhead, November 13, 1899. Anthony writes to an unidentified woman. In full: “Enclosed is a fairly good photograph taken at Atlanta, Georgia in February 1895 at time of our National Convention in that city. Tell your friend that The Life & Work of S. B. A. is to be had at Fisher Irwin’s Book Store in London—and that in that work she will find sundry pictures of S. B. A.—when young as well as when old.” In very good condition, with a few creases, some small tears along the intersecting fold lines, scattered foxing affecting appearance, and a circular stain at the upper right corner. The referenced book, The Life and Works of Susan B. Anthony, is considered one of the official records of the suffrage movement. It, along with the book The History of Woman Suffrage, were both intended to convey an incredible amount of information. An interesting bit of history with Anthony essentially identifying her own life story as one synonymous with the suffragist movement.

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Despite his unsuccessful attempt to invade Quebec, a wounded Arnold continues to lay siege to the city at the start of 1776 163. Benedict Arnold. Major General in the Continental Army during the American Revolution who distinguished himself at Saratoga (1741–1801). One of Washington’s most skilled and able generals, he turned traitor in an infamous plot to turn over the fortress at West Point to the British. Exceedingly rare Revolutionary War–dated ADS, signed “B. Arnold Col.,” one page, 7.5 x 9.25, January 19, 1776.

Document addressed “To Whom it may concern,” reads, in full: “The bearer Capt. Mott is Sent with the, Cariloles to take Care of the Money, Baggage, &c, which he is Ordered to Deliver, some officer of the Garrison By Order of the General.” Reverse is docketed in an unknown hand, “Mr. Arnold Pass to Capt. Mott 19th Jany 1776.”

In fine condition, with scattered spots of light toning and staining, and the docketing notation on the reverse lightly showing through.

After shattering his leg in the unsuccessful December 31st attack on Quebec City, Arnold refused to retreat, despite being outnumbered three to one and suffering from a smallpox outbreak, harsh winter conditions, and a mass departure of soldiers. The siege, during which he issued this pass, had little effect on the city, which had stockpiled enough supplies to last several months. Arnold finally departed in April of 1776, followed three months later by the remainder of the depleted forces there. Letters from Arnold during the invasion of Canada are highly sought after and exceedingly rare, this being only the second we have ever offered. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

164. P. T. Barnum. ALS, one page, lightly-lined, 8.75 x 7.25,

elaborately illustrated P. T. Barnum’s Grand Monster Worlds Fair letterhead, April 19, 1889. Letter to a gentleman. In full: “Dr. Terhune’s people will have a carriage at your house for us at 1/2 past 7 Sunday evening.” Affixed to a same-size cardstock sheet. Intersecting folds with partial horizontal separations (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), adhesive remnants to lower left, and trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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165. Pierre Savorgnan de Brazza. Italian–born French ex-

plorer (1852–1905) who opened up entry along the right bank of the Congo that eventually led to French colonies in Central Africa.

Rare ALS in French, signed “P. S. de Brazza,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 3.75 x 5, June 21, 1882. Untranslated letter to a lady. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“The Treaty of Peace we have signed with Egypt could never have been realized were it not for the proud, ceaseless and steadfast solidarity of the Jewish people” 166. Menachem Begin. TLS signed “M. Begin,” one page, 8.25 x 10.75, Prime

Minister letterhead, April 19, 1979. Letter to Albert Kaplan. In part: “The Treaty of Peace we have signed with Egypt could never have been realized were it not for the proud, ceaseless and steadfast solidarity of the Jewish people in support of Israel’s just, historic cause. In this lies our strength. Let us, therefore, continue to stand together—always together—so that, with God’s help we shall succeed in widening the process of peace for the sake of this and all future Jewish generations.” Framed to an overall size of 9 x 11.5. In fine condition, with a horizontal mailing fold through signature and a small area of dampstaining along bottom edge. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

France’s long-reigning prime minister meets the acclaimed opera singer

167. Aristide Briand. French statesman (1862–1932) and co-laureate of the Nobel Peace Prize in 1926. Vintage pearl-finish 6.5 x 9 photo of Briand with great Austrian tenor Richard Tauber, vertically signed in black ink, “Souvenir d’une rencontre au bord de le mer, Ari. Briand.” In very good condition, with significant central horizontal crease beginning at right edge and a rather blurry image; the signature is extremely bold and prominent. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

168. Subrahmanyan Chandrasekhar. Physicist (1910–1995) who, with William A.

Fowler, won the 1983 Nobel Prize for Physics for key discoveries that led to the currently accepted theory on the later evolutionary stages of massive stars. Choice matte-finish 5 x 7 half-length photo, signed in the lower border in fountain pen, “S. Chandrasekhar.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Exhaustive archive documenting the founding of Lincoln and Cadillac 169. The Founding of Cadillac and Lincoln. A comprehensive and important archive relative to the life and work of Henry M. Leland (1843-1932), machinist, inventor, engineer and automotive entrepreneur responsible for founding two of America’s premier marquee luxury brands: Lincoln and Cadillac. The archive consists of over 1200 pages of manuscripts, documents, letters, telegrams, blueprints, and stock certificates signed by Leland together with fellow automotive pioneer William T. Nash, Wilfred C. Leland (his son), William C. Durant (founder of GM), and other early figures in the history of the automobile, including Edsel Ford, William H. Murphy, George H. Laying, W. Rex Johnston, and John H. Emmert. The archive includes the original articles of association for Leland & Faulconer, an 1895 amendment, the articles of association, as well as business correspondence relative to the manufacture of bicycle parts and other endeavors. A small selection of the items includes: Several documents dissolving Leland & Faulconer and the Cadillac Automobile Company, and the transfer of subscriptions notices assigning the property of the older firms to the newly-formed Cadillac Motor Car Company (all dated October 27, 1905). Some are signed by Leland, and others by the entire board which included former Ford Motor Company partner William H. Murphy. A five-page TLS from Leland’s son, Wilfred, dated November 17, 1906, to his father (who was then traveling in England) reports on the rapid progress of the new firm. In part: “We have now delivered over two hundred (200) ‘H’ cars, and a total of 3841 cars thus far this year.... We have made up and tested a new clutch, following the design of the clutch in the Renault car...It is efficient, reliable, and positive...it is Saturday afternoon, and pay day. Fortunately, we have enough to fill the… envelopes, and quite a goodly sum to spare.” In 1908, Leland was approached by William C. Durant, the founder of General Motors, about selling the company; three years later he agreed to sell Cadillac to General Motors for $4.5 million. Included is an exceptionally rare TLS, signed, “W. C. Durant V. Prest” June 20, 1910, discussing their salaries and benefits.

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In May 1917, the War Department approached General Motors, and Leland in particular, to bid on contracts to assemble aircraft engines for the US Army Air Corps. Leland’s people at Cadillac began a dialogue with the government over the pros and cons of various engines, but it was cut short when Durant, a resolute pacifist, refused to allow Leland and Cadillac to manufacture military supplies in the summer of 1917. In response, the Lelands left General Motors and Cadillac and founded The Lincoln Motor Car Company. The archive includes the original “Memorandum of Agreement,” signed “Henry M. Leland,” “Wilfred C. Leland,” “George H. Laying,” “W. Rex Johnson,” and “Wm T. Nash,” five pages, July 31, 1917, establishing the Lincoln Motor Company. Also present is the first stock certificate book, containing eleven certificates signed by Henry Leland as well as many others signed by Wilfred Leland and William Nash. The first ten certificates have been removed.

After the close of the First World War, Leland retooled his factory for the production of luxury automobiles, but within a few years, the transition began to take its toll on the company financially. A 19-page typed document, entitled “Lincoln Motor Company Chronology,” gives a useful history of the company from its final settlement with the US on April 18, 1919, to May 6, 1924. Even before the first 20 Lincoln cars were shipped on September 8, 1920, the company had received a claim for $5,700,000 in additional taxes due. In November of 1921, the board began discussing placing the company in receivership with Edsel Ford. In February 1922, Ford purchased Lincoln for $8 million, assuring the Lelands a good degree of autonomy and making Lincoln a distinct brand within the Ford Motor Company. The Lelands blamed their plight on a shadowy conspiracy against them, initiated by sculptor Gutzon Borglum, which is detailed in a 28-page typed statement by Henry Leland (and docketed in pencil by him) entitled, “Statement of the History of the Lincoln Motor Company from its Organization to the Time of the Lelands Severing Their Relations with Ford.” Leland also recounts in vivid detail the deceit of Henry Ford, in part: “The

delusion under which Mr. Ford’s prolific assurances placed us was soon violently dispelled because on Monday morning, the 6th day of February [1922], instead of allowing us to go ahead and operate the plant in accordance with our plans and principles...the plant was overrun by Mr. Ford’s group of strong-armed men…‘You are now working for Henry Ford. He is your only boss. You have one thing only to do. Find out what Henry Ford wants and do it. Pay no attention to instructions from anyone else. If you do this, Mr. Ford will make you rich and happy. This is all he will expect of you.’” There is also a 99page typed statement, dated July 3, 1924, detailing Wilfred Leland’s conversations with Henry Ford concerning the negotiations over the purchase of Lincoln by Ford. The Lelands filed suit against Ford in 1929 over the issue.

The archive also includes copious business records including extensive contact sheets of suppliers, two stock ledgers for the company, working blueprints of factories and engine components, early advertising ephemera for Lincoln, and much more. Personal material includes an abundant collection of family photographs, with a very large set of 8 x 10 photos of Leland’s family and the family properties, a sizable collection of candid snapshots and posed portraits including cabinet cards, cyanotypes, and silver prints, and a monumental 12 x 9.25 copperplate portrait of Leland. Also included are Henry Leland’s personal diaries for 1910 and 1929, and a binder’s worth of newspapers and clippings mentioning Lincoln, Ford and the auto industry in general.

Not surprisingly, Leland retained a good deal of press reports critical of Ford. Overall the archive rates in very good to fine condition with the minor wear and tear expected from business papers. The entire collection has been housed in custom archival blue-cloth slipcases to ensure preservation. This archive, believed to be the largest known in private hands, represents a very important piece of automotive history, chronicling the founding of two of America’s marquee car brands and the birth of the American auto industry.RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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A remorseful letter from a Harpers Ferry raider: “I have saw my folly to late & must now suffer the consequences, which I suppose will be death” 170. John Brown: Edwin Coppock. Coppock (1835–1859) was a supporter of John Brown who participated in the raid on Harper’s

Ferry. He was captured with seven others and sentenced to death and hanged on December 16, 1859. ALS signed “No more, E,” 7.75 x 9.75, November 5, 1859. Letter to his parents just three days after he was sentenced to be hanged. In part (with grammar and spelling retained): “It is with much sorrow that I now address you & under verry differant circumstance than I ever expected to be placed, but I have saw my folly to late & must now suffer the consequences, which I suppose will be death, but which I shall try & bare as evry man should, tho it would be a source of much comefort to me to of died at home, it has allways been my desire that when I come home to die, that my last breath should be a mongst my friends that in my last moments they could be near me to console me, but alas! Such is not my fate I am condemned & must die a dishonerable death among my enemies & hundreds of miles from my home. I hope you will not reflect on me fore what has been done, for I am not at fault, at least my concience tells me so & there are others that feel as I do, ever led into it by those who ought to of known better, but who did not anticipate any danger but after stopping at Harpers Ferry we were surrounded & compelled to fight to save our own lives, fore we saw our friends falling on all sides, our leader would not surrender & there seemed to be no other resort to fight though I am happy to say that no one fell by my hand…I am sorry, verry sorry, that such has been the case, never did I suppose that my hand would be guilty of raising a gun against my fellow men.

I do not feel like writing more I hope & trust that the Doctor will come if any thing is in the way that he cannot com I hope some othere one will come in his stade. I believe I have nothing more to say, this may be the last you will ever get from me, if it is think on me as one who thought he was doing right. Give my love to Brigses & Maxons folks & to all othe inquiring friends, fore such I feel that I have a larg circul & I trust that what I have done will not make them enemies. My love to all the family.” Lightly written in pencil on the reverse of the second page of this letter is “From Ed Coppic” probably by George B. Gill, who was active with John Brown and a friend of Edwin Coppock. Gill is mentioned by Coppock in this letter. Also on verso is “John Browns son, a friend of Fathers / Berrie” penned by Sara Bernice ‘Berrie’ Gill, the daughter of George B. Gill. Also included is a three-page ALS from John Brown, Jr., dated September 15, 1882, and reads, in part: “The brother whose death you refer to in such feeling terms, is one of my two half brothers, who fell in the attack at Harper’s Ferry Oct. 1859. Through a strange concurrence of circumstances his remains have come into my possession within the past few days, now nearly 23 years since his death. If I had not long since been a firm believer in Spiritualism, I should have no key to that which in this case I might say is stranger than fiction.” In very good condition, with some professional reinforcement along some of the intersecting folds, scattered toning, and a few trivial areas of paper loss. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Just months after overthrowing “The Tyrant” Batista, Castro’s Provisional Revolutionary Government begins confiscating and nationalizing assets 171. Fidel Castro. Very important DS in Spanish, six pages, 9 x 13.5, July 7, 1959. Official document sent to Manuel Urrutia y Lleo, the president of Cuba. In part (translated): “…the Fundamental Law prohibits the confiscation of chattle and real estate, but authorizes the confiscation of those of The Tyrant… and his collaborators, be they natural persons or legal entities responsible for crimes committed against the National Economy and the Public Finance and those that have illegally enriched themselves under the protection of the Public Power...

The investigations conducted by the Ministry of Recovery of Embezzeled Goods and by the Ministry of Public Works…have evidenced that diverse natural persons who have maintained ostensible ties directly or indirectly with The Tyranny and have been protected by said relations and have received protection that the Usurper Power granted them, constituted numerous corporations through which they obtained public contracts for public works and public services and conspired with the corresponding officials, monopolized the major part of the public works projects realized during the tenure of the disastrous regime, through prices so excessive and with profit margins so fraudulent that the works constituted situations which are considered scandalous and which transcended public knowledge...

The Provisional Revolutionary Government is obligated not only to ensure the quick reintegration of said illegally obtained goods and assets to the National Patrimony, but also to impose the corresponding legislative sanctions on those who directly or through corporate entities did profit and gain so scandalously through the protection of the Tyranny that governed through terror and crime...

The Cuban State has available the right to confiscate and adjudicate all of the goods which constitute the Patrimony…related to the previous article….the dissolution of the corporations and companies will be registered in the Registry of companies and businesses…the Ministry of Public Works will proceed to occupy and utilize said equipment for public works projects….It is declared that all Public Works contracts are hereby rescinded.” Signed at the conclusion by Castro as Prime Minister and countersigned by Faustino Perez, the Minister for Recuperation of Embezzled Goods. Each page is also initialed by Castro. In fine condition, with punch and marginal binding holes to left edge. The blue seal and ribbon are both crisp and intact. The document also includes a list of 107 companies that were seized, including numerous hotel-casinos, construction companies, and import/export businesses that connected Cuba directly with the American mob. Working closely with Batista, underworld figures such as Meyer Lansky were able to build their empires abroad in exchange for financing the country’s public works and offering benefits in otherwise difficult international business ventures.

Upon the establishment of Cuba’s new revolutionary state in January of 1959, Castro immediately began confiscating property and assets embezzled by officials of the overthrown Batista regime. Anything belonging to citizens who failed to pay taxes, were convicted of counterrevolutionary crimes, or were exiled for their support of “The Tyrant” during the revolt, was considered to be illegally obtained and therefore able to be taken. Declaring that “the Provisional Revolutionary Government is obligated…to ensure the quick reintegration of said illegally obtained goods and assets”—including not only housing and land, but also economic enterprises and public works contracts—the newly formed Ministry for the Recovery of Embezzled Goods quickly began nationalizing all aspects of Cuban business. By the end of the first decade, all domestic wholesale and foreign trade and banking, most transportation, industry, construction, and retail trade, and more than a third of agriculture was under state ownership and control. The 107 government-seized companies are listed by name within the pages of this document and include hotel-casinos, numerous construction companies and several import/export businesses that operated under Batista’s rule. An incredibly important document from the first year of the revolutionary leader’s new government, setting into motion the nationalization that would define modern communist Cuba. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Castro and his band of revolutionaries 172. Fidel Castro . Vintage autograph book, 6 x 4.75, signed inside by a multitude of Cuban revolutionaries, including Castro, who signs with a Spanish sentiment and adds a date of January 1958. Additionally signed and inscribed throughout by fellow revolutionaries, many adding “Columna 14,” and dates of 1958–59. In very good condition, with a stray ballpoint mark passing through part of Castro’s sentiment, and scattered foxing and toning throughout the book. Accompanied by two heavily creased original unsigned photos of Cuban revolutionaries, one with Castro in the image. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Catherine the Great defends the legitimacy of monarchy against the threat of French revolution 173.

Catherine the Great. Empress of Russia, 1762–96, who came to power following a coup d’état and the assassination of her husband, Peter III. LS in French, signed “Catherine,” one page, 7 x 9, January 8, 1792. Letter to one of the most active military leaders of the French Nobility in exile, Marshal-Duke of Castries. In full (translated): “I have received your letter of November 26th. I have read with much pleasure the expression of your feelings, united to those of all the French nobility, that has remained faithful to its King and its legitimate Constitution, and has declared to me solemnly this sacred allegiance. The cause you have embraced is worthy of you and of the distinguished career that you have served in such an honorable manner. It justifies the high esteem in which you were universally held due to your qualities, your talents and the principles of honour that have always been the mark of your conduct. All these titles assure you of my esteem and protection, and I pray God to keep you, Marshal de Castries, in His Holy Guard.” In especially fine, clean condition.

Catherine’s constant worry was to defend the monarchical principle in Europe and the French Revolution was seen as the principal threat against it. She was convinced of the real need to save Europe from the Revolutionaries raising foreign armies and helping the nobles who had fled France (called ‘émigrés’). The autumn of 1791 was a pivotal moment when restrictions to the émigrés were taken by the French Assembly and European courts began to unite in an effort to foster counter-revolution and reaffirm the politics of legitimacy. The exiled French Noblemen sent a declaration to Catherine reaffirming their allegiance to Louis XVI. On November 8th the newly-elected French National Assembly passed a legislation against the émigrés who were ordered to return under the threat of death. This ruling was vetoed by Louis XVI on the following day, in one of his last efforts to resist the French Revolution as Constitutional King. Letters with such important European political content from Catherine II are very rare. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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174. Winston Churchill. TLS,

one page, 7.5 x 9.5, personal letterhead, October 24, 1959.

Letter to Captain O. E. Wijk. In full: “Would you please convey to those present at the Regimental Dinner my warm thanks for the telegram they sent me, and my sincere regrets that I was prevented from attending the Dinner. I had been looking forward to it.”

Central vertical and horizontal folds, scattered creases, and mild edge toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

176. Winston Churchill. TLS signed

“Winston S. Churchill,” one page, 7 x 8.75, personal letterhead, April 16, 1953. Letter to Kathleen Duncanson.

In full: “Clemmie has only just handed me the charming gold and silver snuff box, which you gave her for me when you came to Chequers. I am delighted with it, and thank you very much for your kind thought. It will be most useful and ornamental on my writing table.” In a handwritten note below, he adds: “The great duke of Marlborough was still alive in 1921.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature).

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

“This is one of the worst things that has happened in the newspaper world since the War began” 175. Winston Churchill. TLS signed “Winston S. Churchill,” one page, 7.5 x 9.5, 10

Downing Street letterhead, July 17, 1943. Letter to Sir Walter Layton. In full: “I am really astounded that you should have allowed this insulting Gallup Poll to be featured in the ‘News Chronicle.’ Nothing will more arm hostile elements in the United States against us than this most mischievous publication and the publicity it is bound to attain. The mere putting of such a question through this machinery was almost certain to achieve a result like this from the uninformed circle to which it was addressed. This is one of the worst things that has happened in the newspaper world since the War began. I cannot understand how you can be associated with such a thing.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds and two punch holes to the upper left corner. Included is a retained carbon copy of Layton’s response, two pages, 8 x 10, July 21, 1943. In it, he relates that poll results were intended to be kept private, but that Gallup decided to publish them “without consultation with London.” Accompanied by newspaper clippings regarding the poll references, which posed the question, ‘Which country of the United Nations do you think has so far made the greatest single contribution towards winning the war?’ The results varied drastically, with 55% Americans naming the USA, compared to Britain’s 3%.

With a weak response from the European democracies to fascist aggression and American isolationism holding strong, Britain stood alone in its opposition to Hitler at the start of World War II, quickly giving the Axis powers the upper hand. Fully aware that without American intervention defeat would be inevitable, Churchill worked ceaselessly to build a strong relationship with FDR, and continued to develop that relationship as the war progressed with America’s entry in 1941. So when the News Chronicle published poll results in 1943 announcing that British citizens ranked Americans last on the list of Allies making the greatest contribution to the war, with only 3% choosing the US, Churchill was rightly outraged. Declaring the publication “one of the worst things that has happened in the newspaper world since the War began,” he berated the paper’s editorial director for the damage that this careless poll would do to the precious relationship he had worked so hard to foster. A cutting letter from the irate prime minister, highlighting the crucial Anglo-American relationship. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Churchill rails against the Labour Party for “inflicting upon the people of this country by their incompetent administration wholly unnecessary hardships and sacrifices” 177. Winston Churchill. Typed speech signed “Winston S. Churchill,” four pages, 7.5 x 9.5, May 16, 1949. Previously unknown and unrecorded speech (as confirmed by a representative at the Churchill Archives), presumably delivered on the campaign trail to rally his fellow conservatives ahead of the 1950 UK general election. In part: “We are now entering upon a fateful year. Before it is through we shall fight another General Election, an Election whose importance it is impossible to exaggerate. Never in our electoral history have the people of this country been presented with such a choice. For they will have to choose between two utterly different conceptions of life and liberty in this country—the way of Socialism or the Conservative way, the way of freedom. We Conservatives can well enter upon the struggles and exertions of the coming months with high hearts. All the evidence of recent months...[has] confirmed the growing strength of our Party and the disillusion of the people at the record of their Socialist governors. The Socialists indeed succeeded to great problems and difficulties when they became the Government in 1945 but they succeeded also to a great inheritance…Yet…they have succeeded in squandering our heritage and inflicting upon the people of this country by their incompetent administration wholly unnecessary hardships and sacrifices…We have all of us a duty to do. Let us go forward together and let us crown our efforts with victory.” Boldly signed at the conclusion in fountain pen. In fine condition, with a punch hole to upper left corner. Provenance: the papers of Donald Forbes, an honorary secretary of Churchill’s constituency association.

After losing the 1945 election by a landslide, Churchill and his Conservatives took a back seat to Clement Attlee’s Labour Party until the next general election in 1950. Campaigning with the same zeal that made his war speeches legendary, Churchill focused his campaign on the damaging new policies of the last five years: “the Socialists make it clear that they intend to proceed further and faster with nationalization and with the destruction of our remaining free enterprise.” With further digs familiar to the ears of all democratic nations, he notes the “crushing levels” of government expenditure and emphasizes “that there will be no prospect of any substantial remissions of taxation,” closing his address with a Churchillian call to action reminiscent to those that helped pull Britain through the war and beyond. Despite strong polling for the Conservatives, Labour received a slim majority of just five seats—a major decline from the previous election, but still enough to keep Attlee in office for one more year. In the 1951 election, Churchill would finally reclaim his seat as Prime Minister. Original typescripts of Churchill’s speeches are of the utmost rarity, as he tended to retain the manuscripts and typescripts; of the hundreds of Churchill items we have offered over 30 years of business, this is the first such speech we have had. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Churchill signs his definitive history of World War I

178. Winston Churchill. Signed book: The World Crisis.

First abridged edition. NY: Charles Scribner’s Sons, 1931.

Hardcover, 7 x 9.5, 866 pages. Signed on the first free end page, “Inscribed by Winston S. Churchill, Jan. 1932.” Autographic condition: some light toning and foxing to signed page, as well as a small pencil notation, otherwise fine condition.

Book condition: VG-/None. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Over 100 members of the ‘Billion Dollar Congress’

179. Congressional Autograph Book. Hardcover autograph album, 7.5

x 9.25, signed inside by 153 members of the 51st Congress in 1890. Signers include: William McKinley, Nathaniel P. Banks, Melvin M. Boothman, Marriott Brosius, Solomon G. Comstock, William C. Cooper, Henry Clay Evans, Lewis P. Featherstone, Charles H. Grosvenor, Bishop W. Hoskins, Leonidas C. Houk, Henry Cabot Lodge, Elijah A. Morse, Philip S. Post, John A. Quackenbush, Henry J. Stockbridge, Jr., and William C. Wallace. Some of the signers were serving as pages at the time. In fine condition, with scattered wear and surface loss to covers and a loose spine. The interior pages are nicely preserved. A more comprehensive list is available online at rrauction.com.RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Down, Kent,” where he perfected his theory of evolution 180. Charles Darwin. Bold

vintage ink signature, “Charles Darwin, Down, Kent, May 20th 1877,” on an off-white 4.25 x 2.25 slip. Nicely triple-suede-matted and framed with an image and nameplate to an overall size of 23.5 x 19.5. In fine condition. Darwin moved to Down House in Kent in 1842, where he lived for the rest of his life; this sprawling 33-acre estate was where he began to develop the nuances of his theory of evolution, doing much of his most intense thinking while pacing up and down his favorite stretch of garden, ‘The Sand Walk.’ Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“Tens and hundreds and thousands of millions of precious greenbacks are...being spent on hydrogen bombs to keep the Russian Bear in Awe” 181. Bhagwan Das. Indian Theosophist and public

figure (1869–1958) who advocated for national freedom from British rule. ALS, five pages, 6.25 x 8.25, personal letterhead, February 18, 1955. Letter to Gregg M. Sinclair.

In part: “You there said you would come round again two years later. You have not, & so disappointed hopes aroused in us. It cannot be ‘financial stringency’—such as has middle class of India in its grip—because U.S.A. Pockets are bursting with excess of contents and tens and hundreds and thousands of millions of precious greenbacks are being showered in generous ‘charity’ on various deserving objects, and also being spent on hydrogen bombs to keep the Russian Bear in Awe. Only, unluckily, it declines to be so held, & howls the more ferociously & loudly. India’s P.M. Nehru was a lone voice for banning bombs…I am bringing out a 5th edn. Of my favorite book, ‘Essential Unity of All Religions.’ Perhaps it would have been better to call it ‘Universal Religion’ or ‘Essential Religion’ or ‘Common Core of All Religions.’ But it is too late to change, &, also, none of these names would have brought out significance of existing name exactly.” In fine condition, with light toning and a paperclip mark and impression to the top. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

182. Jefferson Davis. Ink signa-

ture, “Respectfully yours, etc., etc., Jefferson Davis,” on an off-white 5 x 2.5 slip clipped from the closing of a letter, with Davis also writing the recipient’s name in the lower left, “Mrs. F. G. Porter, Nashville.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

184. Declaration of Independence: Stephen Hopkins. Signer of the Declaration of Independence from

183. Declaration of Independence: Josiah Bartlett. ADS, one page, 7.25 x 2.75, February 11, 1765. As a selectman of Kingston, New Hampshire, Bartlett orders a payment be made to Colonel Ebenezer Stevens “for service done the town as town clerk.” Signed at the conclusion by Bartlett and countersigned by fellow selectman Daniel Woodman. In fine condition, with two vertical folds to left side. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Rhode Island (1707–1785) and a delegate to the Continental Congress. Manuscript DS, signed “Step Hopkins,” one page, 6.25 x 4.5, May 12, 1755. Pay order issued to Thomas Richardson to pay George Lanton “sixty nine pounds six shillings & six pence . . . in full . . . for the French mens boat & charge the same to the colony.” Signed at the conclusion

by Hopkins and countersigned by Jonas Nichols, Thomas Cranston, and Peter Bours. Small separations to intersecting folds, a few light pencil notations and remnants, and scattered light toning, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by its original 1962 Walter Benjamin Autographs receipt.

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

185. Declaration of Independence: Philip Livingston.

Signer of the Declaration of Independence from New York (1716–1778).

LS signed “Phil. Livingston,” one page, 7.5 x 9.25, August 14, 1761. Letter to attorney Richard Law. In part, “I am glad to be Informed that you have Secured the Money for My Note of Simson & Wight, and Altho it will be Some time before it Can be Recovered yet As I am to Have Interest I shall Rest Satisfied till it Can be gott.” In addition, he sends two bills for outstanding payments and asks that Law “Recover the Money for me In the Speediest Manner you Can, & Rather than waite I will take Lawfull Money.” Reverse of second integral page bears an address in Livingston’s hand, along with docketing notations in unknown hands, one apparently taken from the diary of John Adas. It reads, “Del.to Cont. Cong 1774–8. Phil. Livingston is a great rough rapid mortal.

There is no holding any conversation with him etc. J. Adams Wash.

351 Diary.” Letter has been professionally silked. Aforementioned silking, scattered spots of light toning, and repaired paper loss to second page from wax seal, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The Georgia signer offers his services to a warehouse and its coopers 187. Declaration of Independence: George Walton. Sign-

er of the Declaration of Independence from Georgia (1741–1804) who later served as that state’s chief justice, governor, and senator.

ALS signed “Geo Wallace,” one page, 6 x 7, June 6, 1791. Letter to an unidentified recipient.

In full: “Understanding that you are about to organize and establish the details of the Ware Houses according to the act and Practice therein; and having a number of Coopers under the direction of a responsible white man, I should be glad to undertake that part of the business at the Upper or Call’s Ware Houses, in the whole, or in part.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, a couple lightly passing through signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

188. Declaration of Independence: George Wythe.

186. Declaration of Independence: Robert Morris. Pennsyl-

vania-born signer of the Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Confederation, and the Constitution (1734–1806). Partly-printed DS, signed “Robt. Morris,” one page, 7.25 x 4, May 8, 1795. Promissory note from Jonathan Nicholson for $2500 payable to Morris, signed on the reverse by Morris. In fine condition, with rough bottom edge and moderate show-through from Morris’s signature on reverse. Precertified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Signer of the Declaration of Independence from Virginia (1726– 1806). ADS, signed “Wythe for the Pl,” one page, 8.5 x 6.5, no date.

A writ in a lawsuit over a debt of William Russell, which also involves the theft of a pig. In part, “The…aforesaid did feloniously steal take and carry away one hog, the Property of a certain Person unknown by which and by Force of the Act of Assembly made and provided in such Cases an Action accrued to the said William to demand and receive of the said Thomas the said Sum of ten Pounds and also four hundred Pounds of Tobacco which said four hundred Pounds of Tobacco the said William doth hereby acknowledge to have received.”

Double-suede-matted and framed with a portrait of Wythe and a small plaque to an overall size of 24.5 x 18.5. Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and scattered light toning, otherwise fine condition. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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189. Declaration of Independence: Caesar Rodney. Signer of the Declaration of Independence from Delaware (1728–1784), military officer, Continental Congressman, and President of Delaware. ADS one page, 9.5 x 2, June 20, 1771. Receipt for payment from “Joseph Mason the sum of two pounds ten shillings principle and thirteen shillings and six pence interest,” with 10 pounds still outstanding. Signed at the conclusion by Rodney, adding his title next to the signature.

Document has been inlaid into a slightly larger sheet. In fine condition, with scattered light toning. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

192. Porfirio Diaz. President of Mexico from 1877 to 1880 and 1884 to 1911. TLS in Spanish, one page, 8.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, August 21, 1906. The President thanks Rafael de Zayas Enriquez for the article he sent, and says he will take his suggestions into consideration. In very good condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds (vertical fold passing through the center of the signature), and overall foxing and toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I think that Nigel Dempster has nothing on us, going on our conversation during lunch!!”

190. Diana. ALS, one page both sides, 4.75 x 7.5,

Kensington Palace letterhead, December 2, 1987. Letter to fashion designer Bruce Oldfield. In full: “It was such a lovely idea of yours to treat me to lunch today—not forgetting that I was allowed three courses c/o Marks & Spencers! I have been really looking forward to seeing you both & was amazed that the date I suggested actually found you in the country! Anyway, I had a marvellous time & I think that Nigel Dempster has nothing on us, going on our conversation during lunch!! Take care & this comes with a huge heartfelt thank you.” In very fine condition, with a small red happy face stamp on the second page showing through to the front. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Diana’s hand. Dempster was a celebrity gossip columnist for the Daily Mail. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

191. Arthur Eddington. British astrophysicist (1882–1944) famous for his work regarding the theory of relativ-

ity. ALS signed “A. S. Eddington,” one page, 4.25 x 7, blindstamped Observatory, Cambridge letterhead, March 4, 1929. Letter to renowned German philosopher and physicist Moritz Schlick, founding member of the Vienna Circle. In part: “I think that at the moment my publishers are in communication with Springer but I have not heard that anything has been decided. I think it is best to get a German publisher to communicate with the Cambridge University Press…it only causes confusion, if I am personally arranging with them whilst the Press is negotiating with various publishers. I may, however, say that it would be a great pleasure to me if the translation were brought out under your auspices, as, of course, I know you well as an authority.” Toned tape remnants to right edge and mild foxing to top, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Eddington’s hand. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Scarce Edison Primary Batteries stock 194. Thomas Edison.

Partly-printed DS, signed “Thos. A. Edison,” one page, 15 x 9, May 31, 1918. Stock certificate issued to Carl H. Wilson for one share of common capital stock in Edison Primary Batteries, Incorporated. Signed at the conclusion by Edison as president of the company.

Two revenue stamps are affixed to the document.

Expected cancellation holes affecting the signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

195. Thomas, Mina, and Charles Edison. Three

checks: Edison Botanic Research Corporation business check, 8 x 2.75, filled out in another hand and signed by Edison, “Thos. A. Edison,” payable to Jerome Osborn for $64.70, stamp-dated January 16, 1929; Orange National Bank check, 7.75 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Mina Edison, “Mina M. Edison,” payable to Henry V. Piaget for $31.50, June 1, 1886; and a First National Bank check, 6.25 x 2.5, filled out in another hand and signed by Charles Edison, payable to Brooks Brothers for $35, June 19, 1917. Matted together with two images to an overall size of 16 x 30. In overall fine condition, with expected cancellation holes and bank notations; the patriarch’s florid ‘umbrella’ signature is unaffected and extremely bold. Oversized. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

196. Albert Einstein. Ink signature, “Albert Einstein,” at the bottom of an off-white 3.5 x 5 album page, with a clipped photo of Einstein affixed above the signature. In fine condition, with a central horizontal fold. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

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197. Albert Einstein.

Vintage ink signature, “A. Einstein,” on an offwhite 1.5 x .5 slip. Attractively double-matted and framed with a portrait to an overall size of 12 x 14.5. In fine condition, with a vertical fold and small crease to right edge (not affecting the signature). Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Einstein revisits the lectures of his assassinated friend who “made a lasting contribution to the philosophy of science in our time and whose influence continues unabated into the present” 198. Albert Einstein. TLS in German, signed “A. Einstein,” one page, 8.5 x 11,

The Institute for Advanced Study, Princeton letterhead, February 11, 1949. Einstein writes to Blanch H. Schlick, widow of Moritz Schlick. In full (translated): “I thank you for sending the most interesting lectures of your esteemed husband, who has made a lasting contribution to the philosophy of science in our time and whose influence continues unabated into the present. I repeatedly and carefully studied this lecture shortly after a severe operation, and had much pleasure in the clarity and sharpness of the arguments and no less in the masterful style. I would think that engaging with his literary estate is a beautiful life-work for you, which compensates you somewhat for the bitter and tragic loss, which you share with philosophically interested contemporaries.” In fine to very fine condition, with unobtrusive intersecting folds and a censorship stamp to left blank area.

When the up-and-coming German philosopher Moritz Schlick published his Space and Time in Contemporary Physics in 1917—which he described as an ‘elucidation of the thesis that space and time have now forfeited all objectivity in physics’—he found an instant fan in Einstein. Touting the work as ‘masterly,’ Einstein recognized him as one of the first commentators to see that space and time have no existence or reality prior to the metric field, and the two began a correspondence that would last a lifetime. Securing the prestigious position as chair of Naturphilosophie at the University of Vienna in 1922 (with a recommendation from Einstein), Schlick surrounded himself with luminaries in philosophy, physics, and mathematics, heading the legendary Vienna Circle of thinkers, lecturing internationally, and publishing numerous influential essays. When he was assassinated by a former student on the steps of the University in 1936, the shaken intellectual world mourned the loss of one of the greatest minds of their time. Ensuring that her husband’s literary legacy would persevere, Blanche Hardy Schlick undertook the organization of his estate, editing and publishing past works, letters, and lectures, and sharing with the figures who helped shape his work. Thanking Schlick’s widow for her work and praising her husband’s “clarity and sharpness of the arguments” and “masterful style,” this is a remarkable letter connecting two legendary minds. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Einstein meets the Palestinian soccer team 199. Albert Einstein: Helen Dukas. Two letters to Victor Bienstock of the Overseas News Agency, signed “Helen Dukas,” each one page, 8.5 x 11, blindstamped Einstein personal letterhead, April 18 and 20, 1947. The first, in part: “Mr. Landau…did indeed call me up about the Palestinian Soccer Team and I did tell him at the time that Professor Einstein would be very happy to see the young men one afternoon…A letter or telegram to inform Professor Einstein would be appreciated.”

The second, in part: “Professor Einstein has been invited to attend a lecture on Thursday April 24th and should therefore be obliged if the Soccer-Team would choose any other afternoon for their visit.” Intersecting folds, and some edge toning and chipping, otherwise overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

200.

Elizabeth, Q u e e n M o t h e r.

Christmas card from 1973, measuring 7.75 x 9.25 closed and bearing a gold-embossed crown on the front, signed inside in blue ballpoint, “From, Elizabeth R.” Inside bears a color 5.75 x 7.75 portrait of Elizabeth outdoors and a pre-printed Christmas sentiment. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

201. William Fargo. Businessman (1818–1881) who co-founded the famous express firm Wells, Fargo & Co., served as president of American Express, and later directed the New York Central and Northern Pacific Railways. DS, signed “Wm. G. Fargo,” one page both sides, 11.25 x 8, February 3, 1881. A certificate for 50 shares of stock in the American Express Company, signed at the bottom by Fargo as the company president. In fine condition, with a cancellation hole to left side and a central vertical fold. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The influential founder of German idealism 202. Johann Gottlieb Fichte.

German philosopher (1762–1814) whose work forms a bridge between the ideas of Kant and Hegel. Scarce ALS in German, signed “Fichte,” one page, 7.25 x 9, no date [circa 1801]. Letter to Berlin publisher and book dealer Georg Reimer, seeking financial assistance on behalf of a friend. In part (translated): “I came to you partly to give you the enclosed letter of Gabler…Partly I was begged by a very dear and interesting friend, who will be leaving tomorrow evening, and who has requested me to sell the enclosed bill of exchange (the handwriting of the issuer being known to me). Potential buyer whom he has offered it to would prefer to wait for notice first, which the owner cannot expect. I must help and cannot without (at least possibly) embarrassing myself financially...Perhaps you can help more easily.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered creases, and light foxing. Most noteworthy about the philosopher’s appeal for a loan on behalf of his friend is that Fichte himself endured several years of financial distress, which caused him to accept a job as a tutor in Kantian philosophy. By his own admission, Fichte believed it was this immersion into Kant’s theories while enduring financial hardship that revolutionized his thinking, and essentially, changed his life. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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The automotive tycoon receives a “gold-framed engraving showing Detroit in 1846”

203. Henry Ford. ALS, one page, 7.25 x 9.75, personal letterhead, August 12, 1938.

Letter to a Boston antique dealer. In part: “May I extend to you my sincere thanks for the gold-framed engraving showing Detroit in 1846, which you sent as a gift for my seventy-fifth anniversary. This scene is one of special interest to me, and I am please to add it to my collection.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (passing through but not distracting from signature). An exquisite letter associated with Ford’s two major interests—his development of the Detroit automobile industry and his interest in collecting Americana. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Historic Revolutionary War bounty land grant signed by Pennsylvania President Ben Franklin

205. Benjamin Franklin. Partly-printed DS,

signed “B. Franklin,” one page, 15 x 11.75, February 15, 1787. A land grant issued “for consideration of services rendered by Jonathan Adams Dragoon in the late army of the United States” a tract of land in Westmoreland County “in the seventh district of donation,” described as running from a maple tree to a white oak to a beech tree and back to the maple, totaling 200 acres. Signed in the left border

by Franklin as president of the Supreme Council of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, scattered moderate toning and soiling, expected wrinkling, and a few small pin-size holes, otherwise very good condition. The eight-point star seal is worn and creased, with two missing points, and one other missing point tip.

One of the most strategic and beneficial decisions made by the government during the Revolutionary War was to offer land bounties as a reward for military service, simultaneously encouraging enlistment and paving the way for westward expansion. By populating the frontier with military veterans able to defend against Indian incursions, they enticed new settlers to follow and buy land, helping to reduce Revolutionary War debts. Serving as President of Pennsylvania in 1787, Franklin granted this large plot in Western Pennsylvania to Johnathan Adams, a Dragoon in the army. An important piece of early American history, this rare grant holds a prominent example of the Founding Father’s highly sought-after autograph. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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The ‘Great’ Prussian king

206. Frederick the Great. King of Prussia (born 1712) from 1740

until his death in 1786. His political prowess and enlightened attitudes toward religion, learning, and the humanities earned him the sobriquet ‘Frederick the Great.’ LS in German, signed “Frdch,” one page, 7.5 x 9.25, July 3, 1783. Untranslated letter to the Kurmarkische Kammer requesting information about a case of abuse of office. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

208. Otto Hahn. Ger-

man chemist (1879– 1968) who won the 1944 Nobel Prize for the discovery of nuclear fission. ALS in German, signed “Dein Otto,” one page both sides, 8.5 x 11, Hotel Posta letterhead, no date, but postmarked March 18, 1936.

Final page of a longer untranslated letter to his wife Edith, informing her that a ballot for March 29 has just arrived, and that he will return on time. He also tries to arrange an appointment with the Nobel Prize winner Richard Willstätter in Munich. A note written in his brother Heinrich’s hand has been added beneath the conclusion of Hahn’s letter, mentioning Lise Meitner. In fine condition, with intersecting folds.

Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Hahn’s hand, and signed vertically along the left edge as part of the return address.RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

209. Otto Hahn. Vintage matte-finish 3.5 x 5.5 photo, signed in the lower border in fountain pen, “1964 Otto Hahn, Gottingen.” In fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

207. John F. W. Herschel. British mathematician, astronomer, and inventor (1792–1871) known for his discoveries related to the moons of Saturn and Uranus and for his pioneering work in early photographic processes, including coining the word ‘photography’ itself. ALS signed “J. F. W. Herschel,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 7.5 x 9, May 10, 1844. Letter to an unidentified gentleman in Parliament. In part: “I have just seen in the Times of yesterday the Draft of a bill for the future regulations of Savings Banks. One claim limits deposits in them to 20£ in any one year. Another disallows trust accounts and a third limits the interest (after a year or so) to £ 2:13:6 per annum. If the bill is intended to affect only Savings Banks it will be to the ‘Friends Society’ merely an inconvenience—but if it be intended as the precursor of a general reduction of interest in the case of such Societies as that…it will I fear so far cripple us that in a district like this which is felt to be an unpromising one it will leave us very little chance of success…the reduction from 3 to 2 per Cent is a very formidable one.—At all events it nullifies all our tables and to recalculate them at 2_ will be a work of time, serious responsibility and heavy expense—yet with the immediate prospect of this‚ Casus Foederis’ hanging over us it would I think be very unwise…to enter into contracts with any who may now apply which we should speedily have to modify to their disadvantage…I have therefore written to Mr. Hennisar requesting him to write circulars to all the Parishes recommending them to take no public steps…till we have some distinct knowledge of the footing on which we are to stand.” In very good condition, with intersecting mailing folds, one through a single letter of signature, and scattered soiling and toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Ship’s register for a schooner co-owned by a former ‘minute-man’

210. John Hancock. Partly-printed DS one page, 13 x 16.25, March 3, 1789. Ship’s register for the Schooner Sally, owned by Ebenezer Caldwell, built in Ipswich. Signed on the left side, “John Hancock,” countersigned by John Avery, and also signed by Caldwell.

Intersecting folds, a couple passing through single letters of signature, scattered toning and creasing, and several tape repairs to folds on reverse, otherwise very good condition. The paper seals are toned and creased, but intact, and Hancock’s signature remains crisp and bold. In 1776, Caldwell served in Colonel Edward Mitchell’s regiment of minutemen with both Captain John Ames and Captain Eliakim Howard. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Superb Revolutionary War-dated letter as destructive Atlantic hurricanes foil Hancock’s travel plans to assume office 211. John Hancock. Boldly penned Revolutionary War-dated ALS, one page,

6.75 x 9, October 5, 1780. Letter to John Brown Esq. In full: “The weather proves so exceedingly bad, & the boats so very cold that I am confident the Gentlemen would rather be incommoded by going to the castle this Day, I shall therefore hope for the pleasure of your & the other Gentlemen’s company on the Island some more agreeable day next week. I am to request the favor of you & the other Gentlemen of your board to dine with me this Day at my house at half past 1 o’clock—Your compliance & communicating this to your colleagues will much oblige.” Intersecting mailing folds (one through a single letter of signature), scattered mild toning (mostly to edges), some stray ink flecks, and mild showthrough from red wax seal on reverse, otherwise fine condition. Hancock is more than likely referring to Castle Island, where Fort Castle William guarded Boston Harbor off South Boston. It is no surprise that he would forego a trip anywhere on the day in question as the 1780 Atlantic hurricane season was extraordinarily destructive. Three different hurricanes, all in October, each caused at least 1,000 deaths. Three weeks after writing this letter, the weather had cleared, and at the first meeting of the General Court on October 25, 1780, Hancock took his constitutional oath of office as the first governor of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Attractively and boldly penned, and highly presentable, this is as pristine a one-page, war-dated Hancock ALS as you could hope to find.

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

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Shortly before the Axis invasion of Egypt, Hirohito welcomes King Farouk’s diplomat to Tokyo 213.

Hirohito.

Emperor of Japan (born 1901) from 1926 to his death in 1989. Hirohito’s reign was marked by rapid militarization and aggressive wars against China and the United States.

Following the devastating result of the atomic bombs dropped on Nagasaki and Hiroshima in World War II, he renounced his divinity in favor of a democratic constitutional monarchy. Official letter of state, in Japanese, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 9.25 x 12.5, dated “eighth day of the month of September the fifteenth Showa year” (September 8, 1940). Letter reads, in part (translated): “Having examined the letters patent of April 1940 His Majesty Farouk, King of Egypt, in which he has his majesty pleased to appoint Mr. Nikolas Khalil Bey Consul General of Egypt in Tokyo, with jurisdiction over the entire territory of the empire of Japan, we have recognized this quality and we give him all privileges relating to its functions. We order, in consequence, to the competent authorities to give Mr. Nikolas Khalil Bey all necessary assistance…His Majesty Farouk King of Egypt, for which it has pleased his majesty styling Mr. Nikolas Khalil Bey Consul General of Egypt to Tokyo, with jurisdiction over the entire territory of the empire of Japan, we recognized in that capacity and we give him all the privileges related to its functions. We order, in consequence, the Competent Authorities do give to Mr. Nikolas Khalil Bey all the assistance necessary for the exercise of its functions conform to this enforcement.” In fine, bright condition. Accompanied by a French translation and its original transmittal envelope.

Even while Japan was embroiled in world conflict, Hirohito sent this friendly message to King Farouk of Egypt to welcome his newly appointed diplomat to Tokyo, assuring him of full Japanese support. Although both the Allies and Axis desired to gain control of the Suez Canal—a key location in the region—the Egyptian government aimed to remain neutral throughout WWII. However, most of the population, embittered from British colonial rule, supported the Axis. Most interesting about this letter is the date—within two weeks, Italian forces would invade Egypt to combat British forces, though they made little progress in their goal of capturing the Suez. Rommel and his German troops were more successful a year later, but again were defeated by the British under the leadership of Montgomery of Alamein. Once defeat of the Axis was imminent, Egypt went through the formality of declaring war on Germany and Japan on February 26, 1945, so that they could secure a seat in post-war negotiations and representation in the United Nations; relations between the nations, and between Hirohito and Farouk, remained cordial. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Intriguing 1978 document partnering the budding pioneer of the personal computer with controversial businessman Robert Friedland— the first Jobs document we have ever offered 215. Steve J o b s . Ve r y

rare DS, signed “Steven Jobs,” eight pages, 8.5 x 11, August 17, 1978. Partnership agreement between Jobs and Robert Friedland for a place of business located at “Rt 2, Box 472, McMinnville, Oregon.”

The eight-article document includes provision for the purpose of the business, “The partnership shall engage in the business of investments, including particularly but not being limited to real estate investments, and in such other business of a similar nature or related thereto as shall be agreed upon by the partners.” Other articles include capital contributions, profits and losses, managements, partner’s powers, and the dissolution of the partnership. Signed on page seven in blue ballpoint by Jobs and Friedland. The eighth page is labeled “Exhibit A,” listing a 170-acre property in Oregon for the business. Document is still stapled into its original legal folder. In fine condition, with expected light document wear. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Before they became billionaire business tycoons, Steve Jobs and Robert Friedland were young, acid-dropping Reed College students with an intense shared interest in Eastern spirituality. While in his first year at Reed, Jobs met the charismatic student body president (recently released from a two-year stint in federal prison for LSD possession), and was instantly drawn in. Dropping out of Reed and partnering with Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak to begin developing their computers, he spent a great deal of time with Friedland, taking spiritual trips to India and working on his communal farm and apple orchard near McMinnsville; numerous accounts, including one from Wozniak, have attributed the Apple name to Jobs’s time working in the orchard. Known for his uncanny ability to manipulate circumstances—and people—to grow his business ventures, Friedland was making a good deal of money from products coming from the orchard, and from his foray into the mining industry (which has led him to his current multi-billion-dollar status).

Though it is unclear which business pursuit Jobs partnered with Friedland on, this extremely rare and intriguing document solidifies claims of the strong connection between the two young entrepreneurs. With the success of the Apple II, which hit the market in 1977, and preparation for what would become one of the most successful IPOs in history (generating more capital than any other since Ford in 1956, instantly creating more millionaires than any company in history), Jobs had almost completely distanced himself from Friedland by 1980. In 30 years of business we have only offered one other Jobs item—a signature; this document, incredibly substantial and significant in its connection to a major figure in his life, is of the utmost rarity. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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“Charged with the crime of the century” 216. Kennedy Assassination: Clay Shaw. Shaw was a businessman (1913–1974) who was the only person prosecuted in connection with the assassination of President John F. Kennedy. The charges were brought by District Attorney Jim Garrison, and Shaw was ultimately found not guilty. TLS signed “Clay,” one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, no date but bears a pencil notation of April 1968. Letter to a friend. In part: “As for me, I continue to lead the even tenor of my ways. The supreme court has refused to overrule the lower court in denying my motion for change of venue. I am now faced with going to trial within the near future…June I should think. Or I may make application to have the whole matter removed to Federal court. Whether successful or not, this would have the effect of further delay…Meanwhile, life continues to go on agreeably enough for me. There are, of course, hours and even days I feel depressed. But these are rare, and I seem to be learning techniques for exorcising the black incubi to which we all are, from time to time, vulnerable.

Jimmie Kirkwood called last night to say that Esquire is interested in his doing a pre-trial piece on me. No comments on the case by me, but simply what it is like to be under arrest for fifteen months, charged with the crime of the century. Again the lawyers have to decide…Keep a sharp eye out on the New Yorker in May. Epstein, who started all this with his book Inquest, has done a piece for the New Yorker called The Tangled Web: Jim Garrison’s Assassination Investigation, and it is fantastically good. He examines with cool and lucid intelligence the whole course of Big Jim’s investigation over these past fourteen months and concludes the entire thing is a fraud from beginning to end. He takes the jolly green giant apart with surgical precision. I have seen the manuscript but the only publication date I’ve heard is early May…I would very much like to have Buddy come by for a drink if he is not leery of involvement with presidential conspirators.” In fine condition. A deeply personal letter that reveals Shaw’s innermost thoughts while awaiting his fate. Certainly one of the most interesting conspiracy-related items we have encountered. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

218. King Edward VIII.

217. Robert F. Kennedy. Signed book: To Seek

a Newer World. First edition. NY: Doubleday, 1967.

Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.75 x 8.75, 233 pages.

Signed and inscribed on the first free end page, “For Joe Clark [Senator from Pennsylvania], with the esteem of his friend, Bob Kennedy.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG+/VG. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Exceptional vintage mattefinish 3.25 x 5.25 full-length portrait of Edward in cavalry uniform by Vandyk of London affixed to its original 7 x 10 photographer’s mount, signed in the lower border in black ink, “Edward P, 1919.” In fine condition. A choice portrait of the future king. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Approving an appointment of a “Bishop of the Church of England” on the Upper Nile 219. King Edward VIII. DS, signed “Edward RI,” three pages, 8 x 12.75, Sep-

tember 16, 1936. Mandate for the consecration of Lucien Charles Usher-Wilson to be a Bishop. In part: “Whereas by ‘The Bishops in Foreign Countries Act, 1841’… you, the said Cosmo Gordon, Archbishop of Canterbury, have humbly applied to Us for Our Licence by Warrant…authorising and empowering you to consecrate the Reverend Lucien Charles Usher-Wilson, Clerk in Holy Orders, Bachelor of Arts, Missioner at Jinja and Rural Dean of Busoga in the Diocese of Uganda, a British Subject, to be a Bishop of the Church of England…We do…empower you, the said Archbishop, to consecrate the said Lucien Charles Usher-Wilson, to be a Bishop of the Church of England to the intent that he should exercise the functions of his office on the Upper Nile.” Black-bordered embossed paper seal and ribbon remain affixed to upper left. A tear to the left edge of the first page and trivial edge separations at storage folds, otherwise fine condition. The only such document we have ever offered. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce and superb photo of the royal couple 221.

King George V and Mary of Teck.

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

until his death in 1820. His reign was marked most notably by the loss of British control over the American colonies. Advancing mental illness rendered George unable to fulfill his official duties during the last decade of his life, during which time the Prince Regent, William IV, ruled in his stead. Partly-printed DS, signed “George R.,” one page, 13.5 x 9.5, July 9, 1807. Appointment for Charles Baron Preden a captain “in the First Regiment of Dragoons of our German Legion.”

Signed at the top by George. In very good condition, with three vertical folds, scattered soiling and spotting, including some over signature, and handwritten portions of the document fairly light, but still mostly legible. The white wafer seal is intact and only slightly worn, with a pin through bottom portion. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo of of George V and Mary of Teck, signed at the bottom of the image in black ink, “Georgie” and “Mary,” and dated 1898. Published

by Hughes & Mullins of Ryde, Isle of Wight. A notation in the lower border in an unknown hand identifies them as King and Queen of England. In fine condition, with unobtrusive edge chips and dings, and slight irregular adhesion to signatures. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Nine months before losing his throne, Louis XVI pays for Marie Antoinette’s wardrobe valet 225. King Louis XVI. King of

222. King James II. Autograph letter [not signed], one page both sides, 6.75 x 9, October 19. Letter to the Countess of Litchfield. In part: “I came yesterday from Newmarket from whence I had written to you, but…Mr. Bromley being gone into the country, I did not know how to send my letters to you, when I came hither I was in hopes to have found you here, but that not being I would ner faile to write you.”

Reverse of second integral page bears an address panel in another hand. Intersecting folds, a few small pencil notations, and some light toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 223. King Kalakaua. King of

Hawaii (1836– 1891) who was elected to the vacant throne in 1874 by a legislature that had been convened for the purpose. Kalakaua almost single-handedly restored many of the nearly extinct cultural traditions of the Hawaiian people. Ink signature, “Kalakaua R,” on an off-white 3 x 1.75 card. In fine condition, with a subtle vertical surface impression. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

France (born 1754) from 1774 to 1792. In the wake of the French revolution, Louis and his queen, Marie Antoinette, were overthrown, imprisoned, and executed in January 1793. Partly-printed manuscript DS in French, signed “Louis,” one page, slightly trimmed to 9.25 x 14, December 3, 1791. An order issued to the Treasurer General for payment of 1500 livres to Galant, personal valet of the queen’s wardrobe, as a bonus over his salary. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the large, clear signature).Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

226. Theodor Kollek. Israeli

politician (1911–2007) who served as mayor of Jerusalem from 1965 to 1993. Thirty-one items, consisting mainly of one-page TLSs, signed “Teddy,” mostly on Mayor of Jerusalem letterhead, dating from 1977-1991; and three pre-printed note and holiday cards, all also signed “Teddy.” Extensive correspondence with Herbert Mitgang of The New York Times and others about book releases, published newspaper articles and current politics.

In fine condition, with some light creases and paperclip impressions to top edges of some letters. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The King of France declares war on England in 1744 224. King Louis XV. Ineffectual King of France from 1715 to 1774

who was dominated by his strong-willed and unscrupulous mistress, Madame de Pompadour. Unsigned printed Declaration of War, in French and German, signed twice in type only, four pages on two adjoining sheets, March 15, 1744. Untranslated declaration is in the form of an ornately printed pamphlet, and is docketed at the top of the first page in an unknown hand, “Prelat: dd7, April 1744, No. 1.” Scattered creases and edge wear, as well as a couple of small repairs to paper loss along bottom edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Praising a philanthropist’s “genuine goodwill, broad humanitarian concern, and unswerving devotion to the cause of peace and brotherhood” 227. Martin Luther King, Jr. Signed book: Strides Toward Freedom.

First edition. NY: Harper & Brothers, 1958. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.75 x 8.25, 230 pages. Lengthily signed and inscribed on the first free end page in blue ballpoint, “To Sarah G. Harvey: Whose genuine goodwill, broad humanitarian concern, and unswerving devotion to the cause of peace and brotherhood will be an inspiration to all who know her. Martin Luther King, Jr.” Accompanied by the original transmittal letter, dictated by King but secretarially signed, two pages, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, November 28, 1961. King responds to Harvey’s inquiry regarding a donation. In part: “As you know, most of my time is given to the cause of brotherhood, better racial understanding and national peace. However, the challenging responsibilities in these areas can only be carried out by having the necessary financial means.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG/VG-. A superb, heartfelt inscription from the important Civil Rights leader in 1961, just before his Southern Christian Leadership Conference became involved in the Albany Movement, their first major nonviolent campaign. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

King shares “a tribute to the entire civil rights struggle and the millions of gallant people all over the nation who are working so untiringly to bring the American dream into reality” 228. Martin Luther King, Jr. TLS signed “Martin L. King, Jr.,” one

page, 8 x 10.5, Southern Christian Leadership Conference letterhead, April 7, 1964. Letter to Ken Browne. In part: “Your encouraging words are of inestimable value for the continuance of our humble efforts. Our struggle is often difficult and the moments are often frustrating, but we gain new courage to carry on when we realize that persons of good will, such as you, are supporting us…I am convinced that we stand on the threshold of our nation’s bright tomorrows…Thank you for your kind words in reference to my being chosen by Time magazine as its Man of the Year…I was pleased that Time considered me for this traditional honor and was willing to make liberal use of its pages in an assessment of the Negro’s constant struggle for full equality and human dignity…I sincerely feel that this particular recognition is not an honor to be enjoyed by me personally, but rather a tribute to the entire civil rights struggle and the millions of gallant people all over the nation who are working so untiringly to bring the American dream into reality.” Affixed to a same-size cardstock sheet, with Dymo labels and a small portrait stamp affixed to the edges, otherwise fine condition. A letter with extraordinary Civil Rights content, infused with King’s tempered optimism for the future—after being recognized as Time’s Man of the Year in 1963, he achieved even greater international prominence when he was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in October 1964, just six months after writing this letter. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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The founder of modern bacteriology continues his studies on malaria: “The continued monitoring of mosquitoes that appear in Vernato led into an interesting result” 229. Robert Koch. ALS in German,

signed “R. Koch,” one page, 4.25 x 7, August 7, 1899. Letter to a young fellow, apparently Giovanni Galli, who regularly compiled mosquito deliveries for Koch’s research. In part (translated): “The last parcels of mosquitoes, also the ones from Colico I received in good order. The continued monitoring of mosquitoes that appear in Vernato led into an interesting result.

We found out that the same circumstances are existing like in other fever areas that are long way away, like Szilia and in the northern part of Germany in the swamp areas of the Weser. Unfortunately I won’t be able to continue my important studies as I have to leave in the next days Grosseto to travel via Rome and Naples to Batavia. Maybe we can continue the mosquito collection upon my return again.” In fine condition.

After decades of work with anthrax, cholera, and tuberculosis, Robert Koch turned his attention to the study of malaria, both in Europe and abroad; upon his return from India and Africa, he published his findings, providing profound observations that remain central to our current understanding of the development and acquisition of immunity to the malaria parasite Plasmodium. Following his groundbreaking publication in 1898, he continued his studies on the subject in Italy and the tropics, where he confirmed the work of Ronald Ross. Both men would receive a Nobel Prize in the next five years. This remarkable letter, discussing the collection of mosquitoes for use in his malaria studies, is only the fourth we have offered, and the only with significant scientific content. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare letter from the leading German economist 231. Friedrich List.

230. Lev Landau. Russian physicist (1908–1968) who won the 1962 Nobel Prize in Physics for his research into ‘superfluidity.’ Uncommon 5 x 6.5 cardstock head-and-shoulders photo, signed in the upper right in black ink, “L. Landau.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Leading 19th-century economist considered the original European unity theorist, best known for developing the ‘National System’ (1789–1846). ALS in German, signed “Fr. List,” one page, 8.25 x 10, December 17, 1834.

Untranslated letter to publisher Johann Jacob Weber in Leipzig regarding the delivery of books.

In very good condition, with intersecting folds, some tape remnants to left edge, and show-through from docketing to reverse. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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The Rose of the Revolution advises an aspiring writer “to read our classic writings: Lassalle, Engels and Marx, you would certainly find many ideas and viewpoints”

232. Rosa Luxemburg. ALS in German, signed “R. Luxemburg,”

three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, October 8, 1913. Letter to a comrade who contacted her with publishing questions, in part (translated): “This poem is hardly suitable for publishing. I would advise—if your time allows for it—to read our classic writings: Lassalle, Engels and Marx, you would certainly find many ideas and viewpoints. Right now, your essay to me seems to be based on solely warm feelings instead of clear concepts. That may also derive from the poetic form (of the essay).

Having said that, I would be very pleased if you continued to dedicate yourself with the same enthusiasm to our good cause of socialism.”

In fine condition, with a fragile central mailing fold, mild soiling, and a few pencil notations. Accompanied by three unsigned postcard photos.

One of the leading Marxist political theorists and economic reform advocates during the period of the Russian Revolution, Rosa Luxemburg would become a strong voice of opposition to World War I at a time when many of her comrades backed down. Using her fame to bolster the “cause of socialism,” in this letter she encourages a fellow writer to stay involved. Offering advice on what to read and how to improve the submitted writing—promoting “clear concepts” over “warm feelings” and “poetic form”—this is a remarkable piece, written from a crucial time in her career. As the excesses of capitalism continue to raise concern and gain international attention, her book Accumulation of Capital (published the same year that this letter was written), continues to hold an important place in political philosophy, maintaining its relevance a hundred years after its publication. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Gorgeous limited edition of Mandela’s stirring autobiography

233. Nelson Mandela. Signed book: Long Walk to Freedom.

Limited first edition of 250 copies (this being No. 240). London: Little, Brown and Company, 1994. Hardcover with slipcase, 6.5 x 9.5, 630 pages. Signed on the colophon in blue ballpoint, “N Mandela.”

Autographic condition: very fine. Book condition: F/None. Stunning full green leather binding with gilt title and gilted textblock edges; no discernible flaws. In F green cloth-covered slipcase. By far the most desirable and rarest edition of this title. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

234. Guglielmo Marconi. TLS in Italian, one page, 8.5 x 10.75,

Reale Accademia d’Italia letterhead, Rome, February 14, 1934. Untranslated letter to an Italian ambassador in Tokyo. Scattered light creasing and foxing, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Amazing Mandela letter: “Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was a great man, a man of great sensitivity, foresight and inspiration to his people” 235. Nelson Mandela. TLS signed “N. Mandela,” one page, 8.25 x 11.5, African

National Congress letterhead, January 4, 1993. Letter to Rev. Ronald I. Schupp of Chicago. In full: “I refer to your letter of 13 November 1992, which arrived at our office on 21 December 1992. It is unfortunate that I was already on vacation at the time and have only just returned to my office. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was a great man, a man of great sensitivity, foresight and inspiration to his people. The vigil you undertake annually in honor of the life and work of Dr. King is to be applauded and encouraged. I salute you! Our thoughts will be with you on 20 January.” Central toning, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope.

Fighting for the same cause on separate continents, King and Mandela are historically and intellectually intertwined, both becoming internationally recognized symbols of equality itself. With the passage of civil rights legislation in the 1960s, King began to see his vision of an equal America take hold before his death in 1968. Meanwhile, Mandela was imprisoned in South Africa for his activism against its institutionally racist apartheid regime—at the time he wrote this letter, he had been free for just two years and the era of apartheid was drawing to a close. Segregative legislation began to be dismantled in 1990, but the official ‘end’ of apartheid is usually recognized as the 1994 general election, South Africa’s first fully democratic, multiracial election. Mandela won the presidency and invited Coretta Scott King to his inauguration, invoking her husband’s famous words during his speech: ‘This is one of the most important moments in the life of our country…we can loudly proclaim from the rooftops—Free at last! Free at last!’ RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Full handwritten page of the draft for The Mountains of California 239. John Muir. Par236. J. Pierpont Morgan and William Wells. Merchants National Bank check, 8.25

x 2.5, filled out in another hand and signed by Wells, “Wm. Wells, Collector,” payable to Wilson S. Hungerford for $77.50, April 5, 1873, and endorsed on the reverse in purple ink by Morgan. In fine condition, with expected bank stamps and cancellation cuts (not affecting signatures). Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Declining an invitation to write an outdoor series 237. John Muir. Naturalist and

author (1838–1914) who helped establish Yosemite National Park.

ALS, one page, 8.25 x 11, no date, circa April/May 1909. Letter to W. G. Chapman. In full: “The outdoor series of articles you suggest in your letter of April 5th is very interesting & attractive. But the large amount of work I am now trying to get off my hands prevents me from undertaking anything new however desirable. Thanking you for your kind letter.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and a bit of light toning. Accompanied by a photocopy of an April 5, 1909, letter from Chapman to Muir. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

tial autograph manuscript, in ink and pencil, one page, 8 x 12.25, part of a page from Muir’s working draft of The Mountains of California, numbered “7.” In the upper right, Muir writes, in full: “In the strictly Alpine forests there is but little of that sublime wind-waving as characteristic of those of the lower zones. The burly Junipers about as thick as they are high some of them eight or ten feet in diameter are [sic].” Inverting the page, Muir then works on Chapter 9, The Douglas Squirrel, numbering it “3.” In full, first describing a thrush reacting to his singing and whistling: “In the air within 8 or 10 feet of my head sustaining himself in the air for a few seconds like a hummingbird—then light on the nearest branch. Never have I ever spoken or played to a more interesting audience no human audiences could be more attentive. My performance had now lasted half an hour or more, & after whistling Over the Water to Charlie Yankee Dood[le] not one listened more patiently attentively than my first Sq[uirrel] but the moment I began Old 100 he screamed his Ind[ian] name Pil[lillooeet] & darted out of sight in ludicrous haste seeming to say I’ll be ___ if you listen as if he would be d—d if he would hear so solemn–unforest-like.”

Several horizontal folds, a few creases, and some scattered toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Napoleon’s adopted son forwards letters of congratulations on the birth of “His Majesty the King of Rome” 238. Napoleon. Handwritten endorsement, signed “Nap,” written at the top of an LS from his adopted son Eugene Napoleon, one page, 8 x 12.5, dated April 1, 1811, and signed “Eugene Napoleon.” The letter reads, in part (translated): “Sire, I hasten to present to Your Majesty the expressions of congratulations on the birth of His Majesty the King of Rome.” He goes on to enumerate 16 letters received from “Your Counsel of State of Italy; Your Minister of the Interior” and numerous judges, prefects, governors, and the Bishop of Cremona. At the top of the letter Napoleon writes, (translated): “Sent to Count Aldini [Italian Minister of the Interior] so that he can draw up a plan for reply to all these letters,” and also dated April 1, 1811. In fine condition. Letter bears two splendid watermarks of the imperial eagle and crown and of Napoleon crowned in victory laurels. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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After his defeat in Russia, Napoleon reorganizes the artillery and increases the Imperial Guard 240. Napoleon. LS in French, signed “Np,” one page, 7 x 9, January 18, 1813. Letter

to Clarke, Duke de Feltre, Minister of War. In part (translated): “The 1000 men in the six horse-drawn Artillery Regiments don’t seem necessary to me since they have been granted 1,800 men on mounts and outfitted by the departments. We will draw them from the Departments that have Artillery Schools. The 1,000 men in the baggage train companies that will receive 8,000 horses seem necessary to me; as well as the 1,000 men for the baggage train storehouses. I suppose you have included in it the batallion which is being organized in Verona. The 400 men destined for the Guard should not be included.

The Guard will draw its reserves in the depots. It will be necessary to deploy these 400 men differently.” Attached by a pin in the lower left is a note which reads, “Transmitted January 19 to General Gassendi,” followed by a penciled notation, “Dictated to Baron Mounier.” A pencil notation written at the bottom in an unknown hand reads, “Here concerned are the Regiments offered by the Departments after Moscow.” In fine condition.

Although Napoleon had pushed the Russians past Moscow, and entered the city under the assumption Alexander would surrender, the Russians instead burned the city. As concerns about his control over France arose, the French left the city after a month of occupation, and their numbers were decimated during the retreat during the harsh Russian winter. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“How people may live and not die in India”

241. Napoleon. LS in French, signed “Napole,” one page, 7.25

x 9, April 10, 1809. Brief letter to his daughter. In full (translated): “My daughter, I am sending the enclosed letter to Eugene by special courier. Since this letter is very urgent have it sent off speedily so it can reach him as soon as possible, wherever he would be.” Central horizontal and vertical folds, light toning and a small tear to bottom edge, and a mounting remnant on the reverse showing through along left edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

242. Florence Nightingale. Handwritten cover sheet for a report entitled “How people may live and not die in India,” one page, 6 x 6.75, London, October 1863, signed below the title, “Florence Nightingale.” Nightingale transmits her report to “The Social Science Association,” enclosing “No. I Circular Diagram,” “II. Linear [Diagram],” and “III. Wood-cut.” Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 17.5 x 12.5. In fine condition, with intersecting folds. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“It is not possible to be more seriously concerned about choosing the pictures printed for the high-sounding title of ‘icons’” 243. Nicholas II. ALS in Russian, signed “Nicholas,” one page, 5 x 6.75, colorful

crest-embossed letterhead, February 22, 1903. In full (translated): “It is not possible to be more seriously concerned about choosing the pictures printed for the high-sounding title of ‘icons’? I beg you, Constantine Petrovich, to bring this matter to the attention of the censors. After you read the letter of Count S. D. Sheremetiev and observe the added materials, I ask that you return everything to me.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a related document from the Department of Orthodox Faith, June 1903. In part (translated): “By the order of his excellency, the Chief-Procurator, enclosed you will find the personally signed decree of His Imperial Majesty, The Sovereign Emperor, addressed to the Chief-Procurator, dated the 22nd of February of the present year, concerning the censorship of the lithographic holy pictures, which is entrusted to you for special safekeeping in the Archives of the Office.”

When 26-year-old Nicholas II ascended the throne in 1894, he became an extension of his father’s conservative policies, concentrating his attention on the smaller details of administration and his role as head of Russia’s Eastern Orthodox Church. Known for his unwavering religious devotion—he and his family have since been canonized—he helped the Church enter modern time while holding strong to its tradition. With the arrival of mechanical lithography, the treasured, hand-painted icons found throughout the country were being replaced with mass-produced paper representations; rather than resist the change, Nicholas and his censors discussed the matter and decided upon the appropriate images, as seen in this letter. With its church-related content and handsome embossed letterhead, this is a highly desirable piece— only the third Nicholas II handwritten letter we have ever offered. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Handsome photo of the 21-year-old Tsesarevich, holding the virtually unobtainable “Nicolaus” variation of his signature 244. Nicholas II. Rare original 4 x 6.5 cabinet half-length portrait of Nicholas in uniform, signed at the bottom in black ink, “Nicolaus, 1889.” Published by Levitsky of Saint Petersburg. In fine condition, with scattered surface dings, some light unobtrusive staining, and slight irregular adhesion to the signature.

Joining the army at age 19, Nicholas II spent three years in the service before taking a 10-month tour of Europe and Asia with his brother, Grand Duke George, and their cousin, Prince George of Greece. Although he was next in line to ascend the throne, he attended few political meetings except for those held by the state council and committee of ministers, assuming that it would be several years before any serious responsibilities would fall to him. Enjoying the opportunities that his high position afforded him rather than preparing to rule an empire, Nicholas faced an enormous challenge when he ascended the throne in 1894, following his father’s early death. This photo, signed five years before his reign began, is the earliest we have ever offered, and only the second we have seen signed with his phenomenally rare “Nicolaus” spelling. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Titanic survivor Francis Millet, Bram Stoker, Henry Irving, and others sign a Delmonico’s menu for the niece of Lincoln’s assassin 245. Notables. Menu from New York’s Delmonico restaurant, 2.5 x 4,

dated April 14, 1884, signed on the reverse in pencil by 19 actors, authors, and notables. Signers include, “F. D. Millet,” “Bram Stoker,” “Henry Irving,” “Edwin Booth,” “Parke Godwin,” “Eastman Johnson,” “Charles E. Carryl,” “William Winter,” “John McCullough,” “Jervis McEntire,” “Joseph Hatton,” “R. H. Stoddard,” “Harry J. Loveday,” “Chas. P. Daly,” “Junius Henri Browne,” and four others. Also inscribed at the top by Carryl, “With our united love to Miss Edwina Booth.” In fine condition, with scattered light soiling to both sides, and a small pencil notation to menu side. An amazing one-of-a-kind assemblage. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

An eclectic mix of writers, entertainers, and politicians 246. Notables. Collection of 105 signatures of various entertainers, authors, poets, politicians, diplomats, and others, mostly on various size cards, slips, and album pages. Signers include: Ernest Borgnine, Helen Hayes, Ted Key, Hank Ketcham, William Lloyd Garrison, Henry Ward Beecher, Scott Carpenter, John Glenn, Lincoln Ellsworth, Ernest T. Seton, Irvin S. Cobb, Rex Beach, Thomas Nast, Albert Schweitzer, Jonas Salk, Upton Sinclair, W. Somerset Maugham, Herman Wouk, Zane Grey, and Edwin Markham. In overall fine condition. A more comprehensive list is available online at rrauction.com. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare letter from the key Manhattan Project physicist

247. Robert Oppenheimer. TLS, one page, 5 x 5, The Institute for Advanced Study letterhead, May 29, 1963. Brief response to an admirer. In part: “I would like you to have word of my deep appreciation, and my warm thanks for writing.”

In fine condition, with mild toning and trimmed edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Pasteur summons his white horse and coachman 248. Louis Pasteur.

ANS in French at the conclusion of a letter written to him, one page, 5.25 x 7.75, July 22, 1876. Unsigned note and calculations below a letter from a carriage driver regarding a fare.

Pasteur’s note indicates that he will respond in writing to agree to the cost of 8 francs, also offering 75 centimes for horse oats. He also adds that he would prefer the white horse, as the other does not cope well with flies, and that he would require a covered carriage in the event of rain. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, pin holes to upper left corner, and areas of mild toning. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The new Holy Father 250. Pope Francis.

Color satin-finish 5.75 x 8.25 photo of the future Pope as a cardinal, signed in black felt tip, “J. Bergoglio, Erzbischof von Buenos Aires.” In very fine condition. Accompanied by a photo taken at time of signing at a Cardinals reunion in Rome in 2012. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The powerful pontiff bestows an apostolic blessing upon the Bishop of Segni

251. Pope Gregory XVI. Born Bartolomeo Alberto Cappellari 249. Pope Benedict XV. Pope, born Giacomo della Chiesa (1854–1922) reigned from 1914 until his death. Benedict’s pontificate was dominated by World War I, which he termed ‘the suicide of Europe,’ and its turbulent aftermath. Maintaining strict neutrality, he advanced several peace proposals and did much to aid war victims.

Untranslated manuscript DS in Latin, signed “Benedictus PP XV,” one page both sides, 8.75 x 13.5, June 25, 1921. Lengthy document listing two different articles near the end, concerning the celebration of a papal blessing, boldly signed at the conclusion by the Holy Father.

In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and a couple of light spots near top. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 80 | December 11, 2013 | NOTABLES

(1765-1846), he was Pope of the Catholic Church from 1831 to 1846.

Strongly conservative and traditionalist, he opposed democratic and modernizing reforms in the Papal States and throughout Europe, seeing them as fronts for revolutionary leftism, and sought to strengthen the religious and political authority of the papacy. LS in Latin, signed “Gregory PP. XVI,” one page, 8 x 10, February 15, 1843. Letter to the Bishop of Segni, Pietro Antonio Luciani, declaring to the bishop that his letter was received with courtesy, assuring him of his support, and bestowing the Papal blessing upon him. Second integral page bears an address panel in another hand. Light intersecting folds, small ink spot to signature, some scattered mild toning, and a small tear to bottom edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Bilingual blessing from the shortes252. Pope John Paul I. Born Al-

bino Luciani (1912–1978), he was elected Pope on August 26, 1978, and suddenly died of a heart attack just 33 days later.

Ballpoint signature and blessing in Italian and German, “Bless with all my heart (all my heart), A. Luciani,” on an off-white 4.5 x 7.5 sheet of Collana ‘Messaggero’ stationery. In fine condition, with collector’s notation along bottom edge, dated June 21, 1976.

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

254. Pope Leo XIII.

Born Count Vincenzo Gioacchino Raffaele Luigi Pecci (1810–1903), he was the 256th Pope of the Roman Catholic Church, reigning from 1878 to 1903, succeeding Pope Pius IX. ALS in Italian, signed “G. Arc.vo Ves.o di Perugia,” one page, 8 x 10.5, October 10, 1849. Untranslated letter to Monsignore Fausto Bonacci, whose last letter he failed to answer and in which he mentions the “Collegio Pio.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds.

Accompanied by the original address panel. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

255. Pope Leo XIII.

LS in Italian, signed “G. Card. Pecci Ves.o di Perugia,” one page, 7.5 x 10.5, January 14, 1855. Untranslated letter to Monsignore Edoardo Borromeo Arese, mentioning an audience with Pope Pius IX. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

256.

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

Giuseppe Roncalli, who ascended the papal throne in 1958 and served until his death. As the guiding force behind the historic Second Vatican Council, John ushered in the most sweeping reforms the Catholic Church had undergone in centuries. TLS in French, signed “Ang. Gus. Roncalli,” one page both sides, 8.25 x 10.5, Nonciature Apostolique de France letterhead, August 17, 1950. Letter to Monseigneur l’Eveque in Paris concering “a relation of the triennial Séminaires.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, a couple pencil notations, and a spot of mild toning. Accompanied by a souvenir biographical card bearing one of the Pope’s red wax seals. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Pope Paul VI.

Vintage glossy 3.75 x 5.5 photo affixed to a 7.25 x 10 mount, signed on the mount in fountain pen, “Jo. Bapt Card. Montini, Archbishop Mediolanum.”

In fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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257. Pope Pius IX.

ALS in Italian, signed “G. M. Card. Mastai A V,” one page, 8 x 11.5, November 10, 1845. Letter to the secretary of state of the papal ministery Camillo Alessandroni Minuti about the forthcoming visit of Czar Nikolaus I in Rome, hoping at the occasion to do something against the persecution of the Catholics in Russia.

Second integral page bears an address panel in another hand. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one lightly affecting a single letter of the signature, scattered mild toning and soiling, reinforcement to hinge and folds of address panel, and light wrinkling.

In the year prior to his ascension to the papacy, then-Cardinal MastaiFerretti wrote to the man who was to be his predecessor, Pope Gregory XVI, about Russian leaders limiting or abolishing religious freedoms.

Gregory agreed and meet with the Czar during his cisit to Rome; as a result, the Vatican and Russia entered into an agreement allowing then-Pope Pius IX to appoint Catholic leaders in certain churches in Russia. Such freedoms were short-lived, however, as Russian leaders ultimately returned to their strong-arm tactics. This letter nicely relates one Roman Catholic cardinal’s desire to help Russian Catholics, a task he was able to achieve (at least on paper) after being named pontiff. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

259. Pope Pius XII.

Pope, born Eugenio Maria Giuseppe Giovanni Pacelli (1876–1958), who reigned from 1939 until his death. TLS in Italian, signed “E. Card.

Pacelli,” one page, 8 x 10, Segretaria Di Stato letterhead, July 13, 1932. Untranslated letter to the vice mayor of Rieti, Prof. Francesco Palmegiani, whom he thanks in the name of the Pope Pius XI for the published book Rieti e la Regione Sabina. In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds and a bit of trivial mirroring of letterhead. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce 1652 document from Sweden’s one-and-only Queen

258. Pope Pius VIII. Pope, born Fran-

cesco Xaverio Castiglione (1761–1830), who served a mere twenty months, from 1829 to 1830. ALS in Italian, signed “Francesco Saverio Vescovo di M. Alto,” one page, 7.5 x 10.75, February 30, 1804. Untranslated letter to the Bishop of Montalto, Count Francesco Gallo Ruffo in Fermo, about a silk altar cloth. In fine condition, with intersecting folds. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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260. Queen Christina. Sweden’s only ruling Queen (1626–1689) who converted to Catholicism and abdicated the throne in 1654.

Manuscript DS in Latin, signed “Christina,” one page, 8.25 x 12.5, April 1652. Untranslated document requesting 500 imperial thalers to be given to her valet de chambre, Matthew Palpitsky, for a journey to France. In very good condition, with areas of paper loss to left side, scattered toning and soiling, a few small stains, and re-backed to preserve structural integrity. Provenance: Goodspeed’s Book Shop of Boston. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Phenomenal collection of letters from one of the greatest scientific philosophers of all time—the first Popper we have ever offered

261. Karl Popper. Four ALSs, in German, all signed “Dein Karl,” each a single page in length, dated between 1980–81, all to clinical psychologist and psychotherapist Christiane Meyer–Bornsen. In fine condition, with punch holes to left edges of pages.

One letter, dated January 17, 1981, contains sharp-witted criticism of, among other things, a book by Murray Cox, in part (translated): “he cheats himself and his readers…expressions like ‘endopsychic patterning’ are absolutely not allowed. Almost as bad is ‘center of gravity’ and ‘core of seriousness.’ I don’t think that Cox knows that he is swindling. I think however that he is harming his patients with his hypocrisy. It is entirely impossible that he would not confuse his patients, twist and drive them crazy with his own ‘chaos’…It is so sad that first Ernst and now you…have to experience how the bureaucrats hate the human helpers….Although [they] have a lot of power and do a lot of damage (and therefore unfortunately make socialism impossible), fortunately they are not able to ruin the relationships between people—at least with us.”

A second letter, dated June 11, 1981, reads in part (translated): “I am glad that we were allowed to give each other a lot. However, I am old (I could easily be your grandfather) and under a lot of pressure of time: I have many very important and pressing duties. Please understand that after this beginning, I cannot dedicate myself to you as much as I would like and as much as I should (just from one human being to another).

I should have thought about that much earlier, but I thought that you needed me; and if you need me, then I hope that I will be there for you as long as I live.”

A decade after retiring from his professorship at the University of London, Karl Popper remained unstoppable in his writing, broadcasting, and lecturing work. Despite the fact that his ideas garnered great attention and respect—and still do today—he had somewhat isolated himself with his antagonistic and self-aggrandizing personality. Highlighting his critical side while also revealing a less frequently shown affectionate side, these letters—written while working on his book The Open Universe: An Argument for Indeterminism—offer a well-rounded glimpse at the renowned philosopher’s personal correspondence. The first Popper item we have offered in over thirty years of business. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

262. John D. Rockefeller. Christmas card measuring 5.5 x 6.5 closed, with an image on the front of the Sleeping Ariadne in the Gardens at ‘Kijkuit.’ Inside bears a pre-printed sentiment, with a brief thank you note in another hand which reads, “With grateful appreciation of your beautiful and artistic Christmas token,” signed at the bottom, “John D. Rockefeller.” In fine condition, with a few scattered light bends and creases. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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An odd gift for the captain of industry: “Thank you for the beautiful hen and the large nest of eggs”

The notable geophysicist: “We are now determining the constants of temperature of the magnets”

263. John D. Rockefeller. TLS, one page,

5.25 x 7.25, personal letterhead, December 26, 1923. Letter to Sally McCampbell. In full: “Thank you for the beautiful hen and the large nest of eggs, also for the house securely closed, and the rooster within. These are lovely gifts, and all my thanks so poorly express my appreciation.” Affixed to a same-size cardstock sheet. In fine condition, with slightly trimmed edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The father of nuclear physics 264. Ernest Rutherford. New

Zealand-born physicist and chemist (1871–1937) who discovered the concept of radioactive half-life; he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1908. Rare vintage matte-finish 2.5 x 3.5 bust portrait affixed to a 4.25 x 6.5 mount, signed on the mount in black ink, “E. Rutherford.” Also signed in the lower left, presumably by the photographer, “Rice.” In fine condition, with a trivial ding to the lower right corner of the mount. Fantastically rare, this is the very first signed photo of Rutherford we have offered. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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265. Edward Sabine. Anglo-Irish astronomer, geophysicist, ornithologist, and explorer (1788–1883) whose most notable work was research on the Earth’s magnetic field. ALS, one page both sides, 7 x 8.75, May 18, 1846. Letter to Professor Keely of Waterville College, Maine. In part: “I hope that you have received the meteorological instruments, and that they traveled without injury. The person who I employed to make them has been (and his father before him) the real maker of thermometers…He has I believe taken much pain with your instruments; his charges are high; they were higher, but I insisted on their being lowered; he asserts strongly that the prices in the assessed account are not remunerating prices for thermometers with such extent of scale, and on which care has been [taken] to render them scientific instruments & not toys…We are now determining the constants of temperature of the magnets…The dipping needle is also completed, & seems a very nice instrument.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), and light toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 266. Titanic: William T. Stead. Journalist (1849–

1912), assistant editor of the Pall Mall Gazette, and founder of The Review of Reviews who perished in the Titanic disaster. Original 4.25 x 6.25 cabinet photo of Stead posing with his hand on his chin, signed in the lower border in black ink, “Ever yours sincerely, William T. Stead.” An overall block of toning affecting the sentiment and slightly trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“The photograph the King has graciously given to the Expedition has been duly received” 267. Robert Falcon Scott. British naval officer and explorer (1868–1912) best known

for the two expeditions he led to the Antarctic in 1901–1904 and 1910–1912. During the second of these, the Terra Nova Expedition, extreme weather, poor health, and a shortage of supplies led to the death of Scott and his party. ALS signed “R. Scott,” one page, 8 x 10, British Antarctic Expedition 1910 letterhead, July 6, 1910. Letter to Sir Arthur Biggs. In part: “I write to say that the photograph the King has graciously given to the Expedition has been duly received and is now in safe custody. I need scarcely add that such a possession will be greatly prized by the members of the Expedition.” In fine condition, with tiny edge separations at mailing folds and a bit of soiling to upper right corner. Scott wrote this letter the day after an audience with King George V, where he apparently received a royal photographic gift—an interesting contrast, as Scott’s photographer Herbert Ponting, who survived the ill-fated Terra Nova mission, would later present the king with his glass negatives from the expedition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Rare portrait of the still-influential Austrian thinker 268. Rudolf Steiner. Controversial and prolific Austrian writer and philosopher (1861–1925) who founded such disciplines as anthroposophy, biodynamic agriculture, eurythmy, and Waldorf education.

Sharp vintage matte-finish 5.25 x 9 portrait of Steiner in formal attire, signed in the lower border in black ink. In fine condition, with a crease above the image (could be matted out), bend to lower right corner tip, and a couple trivial green ink marks near the signature.

Accompanied by an unsigned cabinet portrait of Steiner and various other related unsigned photos. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Studebaker transfers land to an Indiana railroad 269. Clement Studebaker.

American businessman and manufacturer (1831–1901) who was one of several brothers who founded the Studebaker Corporation, one of the early giants of the automotive industry. Notarized DS, signed “Clem. Studebaker,” one page, 7.75 x 13, May 31, 1900. A land deed transferring two lots of land by the “Studebaker Brother Manufacturing Company, a corporation organized under the laws of the State of Louisiana… to the Terre Haute & Logansport Railway Company.” Document is stapled into its original light blue legal folder.

In fine condition, with expected document wear and three revenue stamps affixed to left side. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Distinguished oversized Harris and Ewing portrait of the Hughes Court

271. Rudolf Virchow. German doctor and politician (1821–1902),

dubbed the ‘Father of Pathology,’ who founded the field of social medicine. ALS in German, signed “R. Virchow,” both sides of a 4.5 x 3 card, April 30, 1898. Untranslated letter regarding the publication of a manuscript. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The Tiffany founder presents a Sarony portrait on his 80th birthday 272. Charles L. Tiffany. Founder of the

great New York–based retail and design operation (1812–1902) that became legendary for its spectacular jewelry and decorative wares in metal, glass, and other materials. Original 4 x 6.5 cabinet photo by Sarony, signed below the image in fountain pen, “Feby 15th 1892, My eightieth birthday, C. L. Tiffany.” In very good condition, with dampstaining to bottom border, as well as a small spot at the top, a couple horizontal creases to background, and a missing corner tip. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

273. Hermann von Helmholtz.

270. Supreme Court: Hughes Court. Vintage matte-finish 16

x 11 Harris and Ewing photo of the Hughes Court, signed in the lower border in fountain pen by Owen J. Roberts, James C. McReynolds, William O. Douglas, Stanley Reed, Charles E. Hughes, Felix Frankfurter, Harlan F. Stone, Hugo L. Black, and Frank Murphy. In very good to fine condition, with some brushing to Hughes’s signature and McReynolds’s last name light due to reduced ink flow, a repaired tear to left edge, a few edge and corner creases, and a bit of light silvering. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Versatile German scientist (1821– 1894) known for his discoveries related to visual and aural perception, electrodynamics, and the conservation of energy. German cabinet photo, 4.25 x 6.5, signed in ink on the mount “H. v. Helmholtz.”

The image bears a small “1881” blindstamp at lower right. A few very subtle surface marks, otherwise fine, clean condition. A striking and impressive example! RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

274. Christian Freiherr von Wolff. Ger-

man philosopher (16791754). His main achievement was a complete oeuvre on almost every scholarly subject of his time, displayed and unfolded according to his demonstrative-deductive, mathematical method, which perhaps represents the peak of Enlightenment rationality in Germany. ALS in Latin, signed “Christianus Wolfius,” one page, 7 x 8, May 26, 1725.

Letter to German naturalist Johann Melchior Verdries thanking him for sending him his essay De Commercis Inter Mentem et Corpus. Mild toning and foxing and a couple small areas of paper loss, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Soliciting donations for his Tuskegee Institute

275. Wallis, Duchess of Windsor. Vintage

glossy 5 x 4 photo of an exotic house in Nassau, signed in the lower border in fountain pen, “Wallis Windsor.” Scattered creases, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by three unsigned photos, the original mailing envelope, and various sheets of blank Duke and Duchess stationery.

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277. Booker T. Washington. LS, one page, 8.5 x 11, Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute letterhead, March 31, 1911. Letter to Edwin C. Lewis of Boston. In part: “Our students pay their own board, partly in cash and partly in labor, and in addition provide for their own books, clothing, traveling expenses, etc., but they are wholly unable to pay the cost of Fifty Dollars per year, the cost of teaching each one.

This we have to ask friends to provide, and I thought that you might like to assist.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (vertical folds passing through the first and last letters of the signature). Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“We are now in the last year, where we can still persecute the murderers of our people. 1965 comes the limitation and then nothing more can be done” 276. Simon Wiesenthal. TLS, one page, 7.5 x 10, Dokumentationszentrum letterhead, November 12, 1964. Letter of thanks to a contributor. In part, “I am alwys [sic] very happy when I receive a letter like yours as it is very encouraging and I consider it an appreciation of my work, which I am not doing for myself but I think we have to fulfill the testament of millions of our killed brothers. I am also very grateful for any contribution as it helps to my work because we are now in the last year, where we can still persecute the murderers of our people. 1965 comes the limitation and then nothing more can be done.” Letter is affixed to a mount and matted to an overall size of 10 x 14. Intersecting folds and light show-through from the mailing envelope affixed to the reverse, otherwise fine condition. Encouraged by the conviction of Eichmann in 1961, Wiesenthal reopened the Jewish Documentation Center, this time in Vienna, and concentrated exclusively on the hunting of war criminals. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 87

278. Yasser Arafat

279. John Jacob Astor, Jr

280. Menachem Begin

281. Henry Bessemer

282. James G. Blaine MB $100

283. William Jennings Bryan

284. John C. Calhoun

285. George Canning

286. Cardiologists

287. Stokely Carmichael

288. DeWitt Clinton

289. Dalai Lama

290. Lee de Forest

291. Destiny in Dallas

292. DNA: Watson and Crick

293. DNA: James D. Watson

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294. DNA: James D. Watson

295. Abba Eban

296. Explorers

297. J. Paul Getty

298. Jane Goodall

299. E. G. Goudey

300. Ida H. Grant

301. Wilfred T. Grenfell

302. William Wyndham Grenville

303. Bear Grylls

304. Bear Grylls

305. Gustaf V of Sweden

306. John Hay

307. Bob Heft

308. Martin Heidegger

309. Edmund Hillary

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310. Edmund Hillary

311. Edmund Hillary

312. Paul von Hindenburg

313. Alger Hiss

314. Jimmy Hoffa

315. J. Edgar Hoover

316. J. Edgar Hoover

317. J. Edgar Hoover

318. J. Edgar Hoover

319. Inventors

320. Helen Keller

321. Kennedy Assassination: Clint Hill

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322. Kennedy Assassination: James Leavelle MB $100

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323. King Edward VIII MB $100

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324. King Hussein of Jordan MB $100

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325. Coretta Scott King MB $100

326. Alfred Kinsey

327. Henry Kissinger

328. Fiorello LaGuardia

329. Alton A. Lindsey

330. David Livingstone

331. Princess Margaret

332. Giuseppe Mazzini

333. James Meredith

334. Mother Teresa

335. Mother Teresa MB $200

336. Benito Mussolini and Vittorio Emanuele III

337. Nobel Prize Winners

339. Nobel Prize Winners: Chemistry

340. Nobel Prize Winners: Economics

341. Notables

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338. Nobel Prize Winners: Chemistry MB $100

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342. Notables

343. Notables

344. Rosa Parks

345. Linus Pauling

346. Robert Peel

347. Otto Pfleiderer

348. Politicians

349. Pope Benedict XVI

350. Roscoe Pound

351. Frederick C. Robbins

352. Jack Ruby MB $200

353. Jonas Salk and Albert Sabin

356. Seafaring Merchants

357. Nathan Straus

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354. Arthur J. Schlesinger, Jr MB $100

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355. Henry Schoolcraft MB $200

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358. Supreme Court MB $100

359. Supreme Court: William O. Douglas

360. Supreme Court: Fred M. Vinson

361. Edward Teller

362. Margaret Thatcher

363. Margaret Thatcher

364. Margaret Thatcher

365. Desmond Tutu

366. Vice Presidents

367. Robert Walpole

368. Booker T. Washington

369. Daniel Webster

370. Elie Wiesel

371. Stephen Wise

372. Oliver Wolcott, Jr

373. Women’s Suffrage

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Extraordinary original painting of the legendary ‘Gunfight at the OK Corral’ as illustrated by renowned western artist Don Perceval 375. Gunfight at the OK Corral. Massive and visually striking original oil-on-canvas painting, 76 x 48, by noted western artist Don Perceval. Commissioned in 1965 by Tombstone historian John Gilchriese for the Wyatt Earp Museum in Tombstone, Arizona, this marvelous painting shows the final moments of the famous gunfight, spilling out onto Fremont Street, with the locations of the men involved depicted with remarkable accuracy. At the center are the Earp brothers—Wyatt, Virgil, and Morgan—all three with their weapons raised, and Doc Holiday, holding both a revolver and a shotgun. Two fallen cowboys are visible, one lying on the street corner, and the other only partially visible behind the small hut, and a third is shown attempting to mount his horse and flee the scene. Also visible in the image is Cochise County Sheriff Johnny Behan, hiding behind a wall. Signed in the lower right in black paint by Perceval. In very fine condition.

Raised in Los Angeles, the British-born Don Perceval attended the Pasadena Military Academy and Chouinard Art Institute, and found a deep connection with Southwestern and American Indian culture early in his life. Taking sketching trips to the deserts of Arizona in his teens, he began developing the style for which is now best remembered. His work can be found in several museums, and over the last twenty years has seen a resurgence in popularity. An excellent opportunity to own one of his most desirable pieces, capturing a legendary event in Tombstone’s storied history. RR Auction COA.…(MB $5000)

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Stunning original litho of “The Red Fox ‘Red Cloud’ Waiting and Watching” 376. Buffalo Bill Cody’s Wild West Show Poster. Extremely rare and vibrant nine-color original ‘Red Cloud’ lithograph for Buffalo Bill’s Wild West and Congress of Rough Riders of the World, by A. Hoen and Co. This highly sought after litho measures 19 x 23.5, and shows Red Cloud atop his horse overlooking a prairie landscape, with a small fox perched on a rock and Native American warriors in the background, armed and on horseback. Litho is captioned along the bottom, “The Red Fox ‘Red Cloud’ Waiting and Watching.” Attractively archivally-matted and framed to an overall size of 26.5 x 31. In fine, bright condition, with slightly trimmed edges, a few trivial holes to background, and slight dampstaining along bottom edge.

Famous for his military achievements against the US Army and his efforts to lead his people in the transition from the open prairies to reservation life, Oglala Lakota Sioux Chief Red Cloud was one of the strongest Indian chiefs to appear in Buffalo Bill’s show. This gorgeous poster highlights the renowned warrior’s cunning and swiftness, likening him to the fox, alert and watching for danger or opportunity. He investigates, with his warriors on horseback in the background, armed and ready for their leader’s command. Sought after by both classic lithography collectors and Western enthusiasts, this is an exceedingly rare and highly desirable original from the celebrated A. Hoen and Co. Oversized. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Travis settles the estate of the first Brazoria settler as tensions between Texas and Mexico escalate 377. William Barret Travis.

Manuscript DS, s i g n e d “ W. Barret Travis,” one page both sides, 7.75 x 12.75, October 15, 1833. An inventory of the estate of William Robinson, all in the hand of Travis. After listing names and financial settlements, document reads, in part: “One J. H. Bostick 6 cows & calves & 6 three year old steers…The crop of cotton in the seed quantity unknown…

Having inventoried every article presented as belonging to…

Wm. Robinson deceased we have closed this inventory which assigned by the appraisers widow curator.” Signed at the conclusion by Travis, and countersigned by eight others, including Comfort Robinson, J. H. Bostick, and Robert Moseley. Document has been professionally silked on both sides, and is in very good to fine condition, with well done professionally repaired and reinforced horizontal folds, a pencil line from one of the additional signatures with a notation reading “Indian fighter, first convention,” some light toning, and light show-through from writing on opposing sides.

After being released from jail for his involvement in the Anahuac controversy, Travis decided to uproot his newly established legal firm and relocate to San Felipe de Austin, the legal and political center of the colony. Attending to the day-to-day legal needs of his fellow settlers, he was able to amass the funds that would later prove vital to the revolution; with the need for supplies growing and money scarce, Travis often paid his men out of pocket. Taking inventory of the estate of William Robinson—known locally as “Popcorn,” for his action of claiming the land by producing a handful of seed corn and establishing the ‘Popcorn Patch,’ later renamed Brazoria—this is a remarkable document offering a glimpse into the revolutionary’s local legal affairs at a time when Texans’ rights began to move to the forefront. Provenance: The Robert Davis Collection. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Excessively scarce signature of the iconic folk hero and Alamo defender

378. David Crockett. Rare ink signature, “Free, D.

Crockett,” on an off-white 3 x 1.25 slip clipped from a free frank. Attractively double-suede-matted and framed with images of Crockett and the Alamo, and a biographical plaque, to an overall size of 19.5 x 18. In fine condition, with an area of soiling to the upper right and an ink notation “(M. C. of Tennessee)” to the lower edge. Crockett would have had franking privileges while serving in Congress, dating this signature to one of his two terms as a Tennessee representative, which lasted from 1827–31 and 1833–35. An extremely desirable signature and must-have for any serious collection of Americana. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $900)

Highly desirable 1872 check signed by the legendary cavalry commander 379. George A. Custer. Bank check, 7

x 2.75, filled out and signed by Custer, “G. A. Custer,” payable to Thomas Polk & Co. for $600.00, November 30, 1872. A two-cent George Washington revenue stamp is affixed to lower left, and a vertical pencil notation to right edge reads, “Int. From Nov. 20/72.” Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder grading the autograph “NM7.” Some slight spreading to ink in a few letters of signature, cancellation cut to center, show-through from bold endorsement on reverse, and some scattered light toning, otherwise fine condition.

Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from University Archives.

In October of 1871, General George Armstrong Custer and his 7th Cavalry were sent to the Taylor Barracks in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, to monitor activities of the Ku Klux Klan, fight bushwhackers, and shut down illegal distilleries. They would remain there until March of 1873, when they were ordered to the Dakota Territory to protect a party of Northern Pacific Railroad surveyors from the Sioux. This scarce check, made out to Thomas Polk & Co., the town’s only bank, is only the fifth from Custer that we have offered. RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Custer joins Union occupation forces in Texas in the fall of 1865

380. George A. Custer. Partly-printed DS , signed

“G. A. Custer, Maj Genl,” two pages, one 9.75 x 11.75 and one 9.75 x 15.75, November 1865. Document headed at the top, “List of Quartermasters Stores, expended in the Public Service, at Indianola, Texas, under the direction of Captain Leander A. Poore, asst Quartermaster, in the month of November 1865.” A detailed list of the used articles and their applications follows including two different stores of coal for “Fuel for Steamer ‘Prince Albert,’” and “Fuel for Steamer ‘Mustang’ and ‘Santa Marta’ in Matagorda Bay,” Square lumber for “Boat-ways, Cattle pens, Wharf and Miscellaneous repairs,” locks and keys, chalk, lime, iron, leather, coal oil, and lamp wicks. Signed at the bottom of the second page by Custer.

Very nicely double-cloth-matted and framed with a portrait of Custer and a small plaque to an overall size of 24.5 x 23.75. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and a slight brush to signature.

Following Lee’s surrender at Appomattox, due in large part to Custer’s admirable service, Custer was given command of the 2nd Division of Cavalry and ordered to begin his march to Texas as part of the Union occupation forces. Becoming Chief of Cavalry for the Department of Texas in October, he struggled to gain control of his volunteer regiments, who had hoped to be mustered out following the war. Though they were finally replaced by the regulars of the US 6th Cavalry Regiment in November of 1865, the same time this document was signed, Custer welcomed his own release three months later, taking an extended leave to explore a possible career in the growing railroad and mining industries. A handsomely signed document from the Civil War hero’s frustrating post-war days in Texas. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/ PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Custer writes to his wife at the beginning of the important Yellowstone Expedition 381. George A. Custer. Mailing envelope, 8 x 4, addressed in

Custer’s hand to “Mrs. Gen. Custer, Monroe, Michigan.” Envelope bears six three-cent George Washington postage stamps, and a Fort Lincoln postmark. Envelope is also docketed by Mrs. Custer in pencil, “1st Yellowstone June 26 73.” In very good consition, with scattered creases and soiling, edge tears (one repaired from the inside), and a separated left edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Highly desirable signature from Sitting Bull’s first touring show in New York City, organized by the agent who would bring about his demise just six years later 382. Sitting Bull. Hunkpapa Lakota Sioux holy man (circa 1831–1890) known for his steadfast opposition to the intrusion of the US government into Sioux lands. Fleeing to Canada following the Battle of Little Big Horn, he later returned to the US and toured with Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show. Fearing his growing influence, government agents fatally shot him during an arrest attempt at Standing Rock Agency on December 15, 1890. Extremely rare ink signature, “Sitting Bull,” on an off-white 3.25 x 2 card. In very good condition, with some mild rippling, scattered light soiling, and light staining from adhesive residue on the reverse. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from Sarah Edwards Walling, the daughter of the man who obtained the signature for her. Letter reads, in full, “Previous to or about 1890 a party of Indian Chiefs, Sitting Bull, Grey Eagle, Spotted Tail, Rain in the Face, and Crazy Horse with their interpreters went to Washington to see the Great Father, President Benjamin Harrison to right some wrongs in some business matters. During their stay in New York the Government boarded them at the 5th Avenue Hotel. There were a few Squaws in the party. All were on exhibition at the Eden Musee on 23rd St. N.Y. My father Capt Mills Edwards, mother and I went to see them. Sitting Bull was sitting at a table writing his autograph selling them at $2.00 each. My father bought this one, which I saw him write. I remember it perfectly.” A second letter also attests to the authenticity of the signature, “The above signature is an original actually made by the great Sioux medicine man himself in the presence of the undersigned who was at the time a young and interested child.” Also accompanied by a glossy 8 x 10 photo suitable for framing.

After surrendering himself and his followers to US authorities in 1881, Sitting Bull was placed on the Standing Rock Indian Reservation in what is now southern North Dakota, under the supervision of Indian Agent James McLaughlin. Cashing in on Americans’ fascination with ‘the Indian who killed Custer,’ as he was initially billed, McLaughlin set up the Sitting Bull Combination, which included the chief, seven other Indians, and two interpreters; the show opened in New York City at the Eden Musee to a crowd of thousands. Misled greatly by McLaughlin—who claimed that the proceeds from the show would go towards building schools on the reservation, and that the group would be meeting with the president to discuss important matters in developing peace between the tribes and settlers—the spectacle essentially just put the group on display as oddities, garnering great interest initially but fading quickly, causing the show to close just one month later. Six years later, McLaughlin would give the order to arrest Sitting Bull, sparking the bloody shootout that left the chief and several others dead. Though some of the details of the exhibit have been misremembered by the young recipient of this signature, the letter of provenance pinpoints a well-known event at the start of Sitting Bull’s touring career, dating this incredibly scarce signature to the year prior to his start with Buffalo Bill’s celebrated Wild West show.

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383. Deadwood: Seth Bullock. American lawman (1849-1919) who, among other posts, served as sheriff of Deadwood, South Dakota. A friend of Theodore Roosevelt, Bullock served as a captain in ‘Grigsby’s Cowboy Regiment’ of the Rough Riders; Roosevelt later appointed him US Marshal for South Dakota. DS, one page, 11 x 7.75, February 26, 1887. Stock certificate for 1000 shares of capital stock of the U. S. Grant Mining Company issued to John Guild, signed at the conclusion by Bullock as president of the company. In fine condition, with two vertical folds and mild foxing.

Shortly after settling in rough and rowdy Deadwood in 1876, Bullock took control of the lawless town as their first Sheriff. Beyond law enforcement, he also worked to boost the economy by better organizing mining efforts, encouraging local business, and developing the ranching industry. By 1887, he had helped turn it in to a prosperous, steady mining town. A handsome certificate from one of the west’s finest lawmen, referred to by Roosevelt as, ‘a true Westerner, the finest type of frontiersman.’ RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“Ed and I arrived at Tom Nixon’s ranch just west of where Dodge City now stands in the fall of 1871” 384. Bat Masterson. ALS

signed “Bat,” written at the conclusion of a three-page typed biography of Masterson by Robert M. Wright, 8.5 x 11, no date, but circa 1912.

Wright intended to use the glowing bio—presenting incredible incidents from Masterson’s career as a lawman, including the midnight rescue of an innocent man whisked away to ‘Buffalo Bill’ Cody’s ranch, and the murder of Masterson’s brother Ed in 1878—in his upcoming book, Dodge City, the Cowboy Capital. Wright concludes the biography with, “He [Bat] was greatly affected by the horrible crime and when Ed told him he had his death wound he gathered the particulars and bidding his brother an affectionate farewell hastily departed to avenge his death and I have no doubt he made the murderers pay the penalty.” Masterson has made several corrections to the biography in his hand, including crossing out the name of Kinch Riley on page two, adding his name “Bat” into a text of conversation, writing “Charlie Bassett,” and adding “(Buffalo Bill)” next to William Cody’s name. In the blank area of the third page, Masterson also writes, in full: “My Dear Bob, You have certainly paid a fine tribute to me and my brother Ed for which I thank you ever so much. Ed and I arrived at Tom Nixon’s ranch just west of where Dodge City now stands in the fall of 1871 and worked for Nixon as buffalo skinners until the following spring. It was during July and August of 1872 that I filled the R. R. contract for which I drew a blank & Ed and I again skinned buffalo for Nixon during the fall and winter of 1872–3. After that I hunted for myself. (Bat).” In very good to fine condition, with scattered creases, wrinkles, and edge wear, staple holes to top edge, and a bit of light staining around Masterson’s text.

After an impressive climb to success—venturing west at age 16, rising from freight wagon driver to owner of the largest commercial empire in the area—prominent Dodge City resident Robert M. Wright hit financial difficulties in his final years. Battling morphine addiction and struggling to support his family, he wrote his history of Dodge City in hopes of making some money. Sending this draft account of Masterson’s exploits as the city’s most famous lawman to his longtime associate for review, he received significant help; Masterson’s review resulted in several significant corrections. In the passage describing the organization of his posse to hunt down train robber Dave Rudebaugh, for example, Masterson crossed out the name Kinch Riley and substituted fellow lawman and saloonkeeper “Charlie Bassett.” He also corrected the date of his initial run for Ford County Sheriff. A remarkable account of the legendary lawman’s most famous years by a fellow Dodge City pioneer, corrected in Masterson’s own hand. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Exceptionally rare 1870 subpoena from Earp’s first post in public office—one of the earliest offered from the icon of the old west 385. Wyatt Earp. Exceedingly rare and very early handwritten

endorsement, signed “W. S. Earp, Const,” on the reverse of a subpoena from the state of Missouri. The subpoena, one lightly-lined 7.75 x 9.5 page, dated April 20, 1870, written and signed by his father, Nicholas Porter Earp, signed “N. P. Earp, JP,” reads, in part: “To Dr. J. M. Endicott, W. W. Ross, J. N. Dunnaway, J. H. Richardson, William Broadhurst, Francis Reese, You are hereby commanded to be and appear before the undersigned Justice of the Peace within and for the Township of Lamar…to testify on the trial of a cause wherein the state of Missouri is plaintiff, and William G. Smith is defendant, on the part of the defendant and of this you will fail not at your peril.

Given under my hand this 20th April 1870.” On the reverse, Earp writes: “I have served the within Suppena [sic] upon the written names herein mentioned by reading the same to them this April 29, 1870.”

Reverse is also docketed in an unknown hand. Document is removably encapsulated in a Mylar sleeve. In very good to fine condition, with a light vertical fold through center of endorsement, two diagonal cuts, lightly affecting subpoena, but not touching endorsement at all,

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scattered light toning and soiling, and some mild paper loss along top edge of front. Accompanied by a 1995 certificate from Charles Hamilton stating, “I certify that I have examined the document dated April 20, 1870, signed W. S. Earp Const, and find that the five lines… are entirely in the handwriting of the famous frontier sheriff Wyatt Earp and bear his authentic, original signature.”

In 1869, 21-year-old Wyatt Earp joined his family in Lamar, Missouri, where his father Nicholas was the local constable. When Nicholas stepped down, Wyatt ran against his elder half-brother Newton for the job, winning by 137 votes and claiming his first position in public office. As constable he learned the service of process—summonses and subpoenas for people to appear in court—which became an integral part of his work later in life. This subpoena is one of the earliest signed Earp documents we have seen: an outstanding piece from the very beginning of what would become a legendary lawman’s career.

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

“The functioning of his mines depends upon the protection I have given him,” writes Villa, demanding a $20,000 payment 386. Francisco ‘Pancho’ Villa. ALS in pencil in Spanish, signed “Francisco Villa,” one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, November 20, 1919. A quietly threatening letter to “Sr. Gerente,” manager of the Alvarado Mining and Milling Company, reminding him of protection money due. In part (translated): “You will remember that working under the best possible faith I told Mr. McQuatters the sum of $ 20,000.00 (twenty-thousand dollars). Last month I sent him a letter in El Paso charging him that and he hasn’t paid. You Sir have the influence to see to it that this money is put into the hands of Mr. Federico Jaccobby sometime during this month or otherwise our agreement is broken, proving to Mr. McQuatters that the functioning of his mines depends upon the protection I have given him.” Intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), scattered creases, and a few edge chips, otherwise fine condition.

Following his unsuccessful military campaign at Celaya and the American incursion, Villa’s influence began to wane, and by the end of 1915, he had returned to his life as a guerilla leader in the mountains of Chihuahua. In 1918, he was hired as security for A.J. McQuatters, mining magnate and president of the Alvarado Mining and Milling Company in Parral, Chihuahua, who had recently bought nearly seven million acres of land from the Mexican Government from which to mine gold, silver, copper, and lead. Still highly respected and powerful in Chihuahua, Villa gently flexes his muscle in this letter to McQuatters’s manager, reminding him of the money owed for keeping his mines secure. Boasting a large, bold signature, this is an extraordinary letter from the revered Mexican revolutionary. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

John Wesley Hardin is deputized

Texas-sized signature of the republic’s first president 388. Sam Houston.

387. John Wesley Hardin. Appointment of Hardin by Sheriff Robert M. Glover on a state of Texas warrant for Robert Halliburton, one page, both sides, 8.5 x 7, August 2, 1897. On the reverse of the document Glover writes, “I hereby appoint Jno. W. Hardin as special Deputy Sheriff to execute this writ. R. M. Glover Shff. G[lover] C[ounty].”

Scattered light toning and soiling, and show-through from writing on reverse, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

American statesman (1793–1863) who served as the first President of Texas. Large and bold ink signature, “Texas Senator Sam Houston,” on an offwhite 4.75 x 7.75 album page, also signed by Thomas J. Rusk. In fine condition, with some stray ink flecks. A huge signature measuring 4˝ long with plenty of visual appeal. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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The great artist of the American West 389. Frederic Remington. Ink signature, “Frederic Remington,” on an off-white 2.75 x .75 slip.

Double-matted with a color print depicting a cowboy to an overall size of 19.25 x 21.25. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Lawman who helped bring down the Dalton Gang

390. Chris Madsen. Lawman of the Old West (1851–1944) who is best known as being one of ‘The Three Guardsmen’, who were responsible for the apprehension and/or killing of several outlaws of that era, including members of the Doolin-Dalton Gang. Partly-printed DS, signed “C. Masden,” one page, 7 x 3, December 14, 1907. Receipt reads, in part, “Received from C. Madsen, Deputy United States Marshall, one and 50 dollars for S. L. & B Dec 14/15, 1907 in case of Bankruptcy—Wallace vs. Wallace & Wallace.” In fine condition, with small punch hole to top left and mild handling wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Two years after Custer’s Last Stand

392.

Little Bighorn: Edward S. Godfrey. Cavalry officer (1843–1932) who survived the Battle of the Little Bighorn, later publishing an account of his experience in Century Magazine which was highly influential in shaping perceptions of the battle and Custer’s generalship. Manuscript DS, signed “E. S. Godfrey,” one page, 8.25 x 3.25, May 24, 1878. Requisition document confirming receipt of “Pair Trowsers [sic],” “Shoes,” “Drawers,” “Stockings woolen,” “Blouse lined,” and “Mosquito Bars Single.” Signed at the conclusion in black ink by Godfrey as a captain of the 7th Cavalry. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Pack train commander at Little Bighorn 391. Little Bighorn: Edward G. Mathey. Lieutenant in Custer’s 7th Cavalry (1837–1915) who was in command of the pack train and involved in hilltop fighting at the Battle of the Little Bighorn. Manuscript DS, signed “E. G. Mathey,” one page, 8.25 x 7.5, February 9, 1878. Special requisition document confirming receipt of “One (1) Company Description Book, Two (2) sets First Sergeants Chevrons, Six (6) Water Buckets.” Signed at the conclusion in black ink by Mathey as a captain in the 7th Cavalry, and countersigned by Elwell S. Otis as lieutenant colonel. In very good to fine condition, with complete separation to central horizontal fold (repaired with tape to reverse), and a couple small tears to top edge. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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396. Frank Leslie. Engrav-

er, illustrator, and publisher (1821– 1880) best known for his Civil War illustrations and various periodicals. Vintage ink signature, “Faithfully yours, Frank Leslie, N. Y., Nov. 25, 1885,” on an off-white 3.75 x 2.25 card. In fine condition, with a couple light spots of soiling. Accompanied by an original unsigned carte-de-visite of Leslie. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

393. William F. ‘Buffalo Bill’ Cody. Bold ink signature, “W. F. Cody, ‘Buffalo Bill’ 1901,” on an off-white card. Double-matted and framed with a small color portrait of Cody to an overall size of 12.75 x 9. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The Republic of Texas leader who opposed annexation

394. Barnard E. Bee, Sr. Early Texan

political leader (1787–1853) who negotiated with Daniel Webster and settled the formal treaty by which the United States recognized Texas. Handwritten endorsement, “Appr’d, Barnard E. Bee, Sec. War,” written vertically on a partlyprinted Republic of Texas pay order, one page, 7 x 4, December 1, 1836. Bee authorizes a payment of $33.30 to Herman Kruse for “Two Months’ and Five Days’ services, from October 24th until December 1st 1836 in Capt. Snell’s Co. 1: Regt. Infty.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds with some separations noticeably repaired, and scattered toning and soiling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

397. Texas: Rusk and Pease. Rusk (1803–1857) served as a general at the Battle of San Jacinto and as the Republic of Texas’s first secretary of war. Pease (1812–1883) served as governor of Texas from 1852 to 1857, and again from 1867 to 1869. Ink signature of Thomas Jefferson Rusk, “Tho. J. Rusk—Texas,” on an off-white 6 x 6.5 slip; and an ink signature of Elisha Marshall Pease, “E. M. Pease, Governor of Texas,” on a an off-white 4.75 x 2 lightly-lined slip. Scattered toning and soiling, otherwise overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

395. Colt Firearms Letter. ALS, written in an unknown hand, one page, 7.5 x 9.5, Colt’s Patent Firearms Manufacturing Co. letterhead, December 6, 1873. Letter to Adams Nickel Plating in South Windham, Connecticut. In part, “We send you one box…100 22/C frames / 100 “ Barrels / 100 “ Cylinders…to be plated and returned as soon as possible.” Matted to an overall size of 11 x 13. In very good condition, with intersecting folds and uniform toning.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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398. Gayle Porter Hoskins. American il-

401.

Charles Schreyvogel. Paint-

lustrator (1887–1962) who studied under Howard Pyle. Color 6.25 x 7.25 magazine photo of one of Hoskins’s cowboy illustrations, signed in the lower right in black ink, “Gayle Hoskins.” Affixed at the top to a cardstock sheet.

In fine condition, with slight wrinkling to the upper border due to adhesive. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

399. John Norval Marchand. Painter, sculptor, and

illustrator (1875–1921) heavily influenced by the west. Color 6 x 9.75 magazine photo of one of Marchand’s western scenes, signed in the lower left in black ink, “J. N. Marchand.” Affixed at the top to a slightly larger cardstock sheet. A light crease passing through a single letter of the signature, slight paper loss to lower left corner, and slight wrinkling to the upper border due to adhesive, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

er (1861–1912) widely known for his art of the western frontier. Vintage 3.75 x 5 magazine photo of an armed horseman, signed in the lower border in black ink, “Chas.

Schreyvogel.” Affixed at the top to a slightly larger cardstock sheet.

Intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), and a few light creases, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

4 0 2 . S t a nl e y L .

Wood. Illustrator known

for his action scenes featuring horses, often used in boys’ adventure stories (1866–1928).

Color vintage 6.75 x 7.75 magazine photo of Wood’s illustration of a dramatic western scene, signed in black ink. Affixed to a slightly larger off-white sheet. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

400. Howard Hastings. Early 20th century

illustrator known for his outdoor scenes. Field and Stream magazine cover, dated February 1915, featuring one of Hastings’s hunting scenes, 5.75 x 8.5, signed in the lower right in black ink, “Howard L. Hastings.” Affixed at the top to a slightly larger cardstock sheet.

In fine condition, with light scattered creases and trivial haloing to the signature. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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403. Edmund Frederick. Early 20th cen-

tury illustrator. Munsey’s Magazine cover featuring one of Frederick’s illustrations, 6.5 x 9, signed in the lower right in black ink, “Edmund Frederick, 1912.” In very good to fine condition, with multiple horizontal folds and a slight tear to the left edge. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

One-of-a-kind double lock handcuffs that shackled Younger during his transfer to Stillwater State Penitentiary, where he was to serve his life sentence

405. Cole Younger. Old West outlaw (1844–1916) and leader of the Younger Gang, who eventually turned from a life of crime to Wild West shows and public speaking.

A pair of Tower double lock handcuffs worn by Cole Younger while being transferred to serve his life sentence. The working iron cuffs are adjoined by three small circular lengths of chain, with a key hole for each side. One wrist bears a Towers patent stamp and five patent dates ranging from 1874–1882. Accompanied by a typed letter of provenance, dated July 1, 1925, which reads, in full: “These hand-cuffs were worn by Cole Younger, the famous bandit when taken to the Stillwater (Minnesota) State Penitentiary for life imprisonment soon after being captured during one of the last raids of the James Gang at Northfield, Minnesota. The cuffs were given to ‘Ford, The Penologist’ King,’ in Vaudeville by Henry Wolfer, Warden of the above named institution in 1910—who in turn has presented them to his old friend John Loftus for his Antique Shop in Flint, Michigan.”

Letter is signed at the conclusion, “Ford, The Penologist King.” Also accompanied by correspondence and information from the Minnesota Correctional Facility–Stillwater, which provided a list of the institution’s wardens, a photocopy of a page from a June 1877 Time Book, listing Younger and his two brothers, and biographical information on Henry Wolfer. The Robert Davis Collection. RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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406. US Artillery Model Colt Single Action Army Revolver. This .45 Colt caliber revolver has mismatched numbers, as is correct. Serial no. 17064 is on the bottom of the frame with “U.S.” on the left side of the frame, no. 761 on the front of the triggerguard and no. 602 on the butt. The cylinder has no.

8701 and the bottom of the barrel has inspector’s initials “R. A.C.” The one-piece factory walnut grip has no visible inspector’s initials and is slightly undersized at the lower front gripstrap with a small chip to the right side toe, overall grip condition is very good. The gripstraps are mostly gray with the balance of the metal having a dark patina with some pinprick pitting on the barrel and left side of the recoil shield. The barrel address, serial numbers, and “U. S.” are in very good condition with the frame patent markings legible. The 5.5˝ barrel has a very good bore with minor light corrosion. The mechanism functions well and the hammer notches are intact. The ejector rod has the original ‘bullseye’ head. A brown leather basket-stamped and elk-laced holster by H. H. Heiser is included. The holster needs cleaning but will rate very good or better. This early Colt was made as a 7.5˝ barreled Cavalry revolver in 1875. Between 1895 and 1903 it was officially altered to 5.5˝ at either Springfield Armory or the Colt factory.

At this same time, the revolvers were refinished and usually no attempt was made to keep the serial numbered parts together. These short barrelled revolvers were referred to as ‘Artillery Models’ and many were used in the Spanish-American War and in the Philippines. This is an antique and will transfer with no federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

407. US Artillery Model Colt Single Action Revolver. This .45 Colt caliber revolver has mismatched numbers, as is correct. Serial no. 94766 is on the bottom of the frame with “U.S.” marked on the left side, no. 17760 on the front of the triggerguard and no. 179 on the butt. The bottom of the barrel has the government inspector’s initials “R.A.C.”; the cylinder has no visible number or inspector’s initials. The one-piece factory walnut grip has no visible inspector’s initials and is slightly undersized at the butt from refinishing, overall grip condition is very good with a small chip at the right side toe. The metal has scattered pinprick pitting with excellent factory lettering on the barrel and very good condition frame markings. The gripstraps are mostly gray with about 30% of an old reblue mixing with plum patina on the balance of the metal. The 5.5˝ barrel has a very good bore and the mechanism functions well with the hammer notches intact. The ejection rod has the later style crescent head. A period heavy brown leather double loop holster with hand-stamped decoration is included. This holster is in very good condition and appears to be unmarked. This fine old Colt was made in 1883 and was originally issued as a 7.5˝ barrel Cavalry revolver. Many of these Cavalry revolvers were altered to 5.5˝ between 1895 and 1903. This work was done by Springfield Armory and Colt. At that time many revolvers were also refinished and usually no attempts were made to keep the serial numbered parts together. These short barrelled revolvers were referred to as ‘Artillery Models’ and many were used in the Spanish American War and in the Philippines. This is an antique and will transfer with no federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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408. US Marked Colt Third Model Dragoon Percussion Revolver. Serial no. 16636, caliber .44. The 7.5˝ part round/part octagonal

barrel has a bore with strong rifling and even light pitting. This variation is one of the only 1200 to 1500 revolvers that have a frame cut for a shoulder stock and have the associated fourth frame screw. The top rear of the barrel is cut through the “NEW YORK” address for the installation of the factory folding leaf sight. All numbers match with the numbers on the cylinder and steel backstrap only partially legible, however, enough partial digits seem to be in the proper locations. The wedge is not numbered. The barrel address is good and the frame marking “COLT’S / PATENT / U.S.” is very clear. The steel surfaces have been cleaned and the metal has a light gray patina with minor fine pitting on the loading lever. The brass triggerguard retains strong traces of silver plating. The one piece walnut grip has been refinished and shows wear at the butt with a small chip at the toe and heel. The mechanism functions well. The end of the arbor has been remachined to tighten the barrel. This big Colt was made for the US Army in 1858. This is an antique revolver and transfers with no federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

409. Allen and Thurber Percussion Pepperbox Pistol.

This is a double action design with a bar hammer marked “ALLEN’S PATENT.” It has a 4˝ long six shot .31 caliber barrel cluster marked in the flutes with “ALLEN & THURBER,” and “WORCESTER,” plus “PATENTED 1837 CAST STEEL.” It has a hand-engraved nipple shield that is separately affixed, and engraved frame and backstrap, and bag-shaped walnut grips. The frame is gray, the barrel cluster has a dark patina with extensive fine pitting on the barrels and nipple shield and light pitting on the triggerguard. The grips are each missing a small chip at the top front and have been nicely refinished. The mechanism works well. This was made between 1847 and 1865. This is an antique pistol and transfers with no federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

410. American Half Stock Percussion Sporting Rifle with German Silver Patchbox. This rifle is unmarked and is 55˝ in overall

length with a 38.5˝ heavy octagon barrel having a good .40 caliber bore. The barrel is secured to the walnut stock with a single wedge through oval German silver escutcheons. The stock has a German silver triggerguard, a crescent-shaped buttplate and a tailpipe, with a pewter forend tip. The patchbox, triggerguard and back-action lock are lightly scroll engraved. The barrel has a German silver front blade sight and a very nicely shaped full buckhorn rear sight. The stock has two screwed-on copper plates at the wrist to repair an old break and is missing a small piece of wood on both sides of the tang (1/2˝ long x 3/4˝ long) directly behind the patent hook breech. The rifle has double set triggers that need adjustment as the hammer does not properly release. The barrel and lock have a dark gray patina with several small dings at the breech.

The German silver pieces show light age toning. The stock has a repaired grain crack in front of the nipple and has two other short cracks that require no attention. The stock retains most of a well done oil refinish and shows normal light scratches. A wooden ramrod is secured by two pipes. This antique hunting rifle looks very nice and will make a great wall hanger. The consignor purchased this rifle directly out of Tesuque Indian Pueblo, New Mexico. This is an antique rifle and transfers with no federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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411. Civil War Colt Model 1860 Army Percussion Revolver. Serial no. 98322,

caliber .44. This is a standard round cylinder Army with a three screw frame and the recoil shield cut for a shoulder stock. It would have been a government purchase during the Civil War. The 8˝ barrel has a bore with good rifling and scattered corrosion. The mechanism works well, and all of the numbers match, including on the wedge. The cylinder retains about 20% of the scene. All of the steel surfaces have a gray patina with even fine pitting on the frame, cylinder, and barrel. The barrel address is legible, other factory markings are very good to excellent. The one-piece walnut grip has been refinished and is slightly undersized at the front gripstrap, it rates good overall and shows no cartouche. The backstrap has five filed ‘score keeping’ notches. This big Colt was made in 1863.

This is an antique revolver and transfers with no federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

412. Colt Cartridge Conversion Model 1851 Navy Revolver, Fourth Model. Serial

no. 119110, caliber .22 long rifle rimfire. This is a well-done conversion done outside of the Colt factory. The original cylinder was used and all of the serial numbers match except on the wedge which is not marked. The 7.5˝ octagonal barrel has an excellent bore. The front sight is a dovetailed bead.

The scene was removed from the cylinder, but the serial number is still clearly legible. The barrel address and frame markings are in fine condition.

The metal retains about 60% of an old reblue mixed with steel gray patina. The brass gripstraps have an attractive ocher patina and the refinished one piece walnut grip shows only minor wear.

Made in 1862, this is an unusual and very well-done conversion. This is an antique revolver and transfers with no federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

413. Colt Model 1851 Navy Revolver. Serial no.

5349, caliber .36. The frame and brass gripstraps have matching numbers, although the backstrap number is only partially legible. The barrel is numbered 207052, the loading lever is 7803, and the wedge is not numbered.

The cylinder has no trace of the scene or a number. The 7.5˝ octagonal barrel has the “NEW-YORK US America” address and has a good bore. The frame and cylinder have a dark patina with many small dings on the cylinder and excellent patent markings on the frame. The barrel is a light gray with areas of light pinprick pitting. The one piece walnut grip rates very good as refinished. The mechanism functions well. Built on a frame made in 1851. This is an antique revolver and transfers with no federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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414. Colt Model 1851 Navy Revolver, Fourth Model. Se-

rial no. 111313, caliber .36. This has a 7.5˝ octagonal barrel with the bore having good rifling and scattered corrosion. All numbers match, including the wedge, and the mechanism functions well. About 40% of the cylinder scene is legible, all other factory markings are in fine condition. All of the steel surfaces have a dark gray/blue patina with some fine pitting between the nipples, the rest of the metal is generally smooth. The brass gripstraps have a pleasing ocher patina and the one piece walnut grip shows only minor wear at the butt with a rounded-over tiny chip missing at the left heel. Made in 1861, the consignor reports that this revolver came directly from an elderly gentleman who had run a trading post in the vicinity of Fort Wingate, New Mexico. This is an antique revolver and transfers with no federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

415. Colt Model 1860 Army Revolver. Serial no. 70271, caliber .44. The 8˝ round barrel has a bore with good rifling and scattered fine pitting. All numbers match, including the wedge. The cylinder retains about 60% of the scene with a patch of light pitting over one chamber.

This has a three screw frame cut for a shoulder stock. The barrel address and frame markings are in fine condition. The barrel has an old reblue that is now a mottled plum, the frame is a smooth dark gray, the cylinder is an even mix of blue and gray, the backstrap retains most of an old reblue, and the brass triggerguard has a honey-brown patina. The one piece walnut grip shows a couple of tiny marks on a good-looking refinish. The mechanism functions well with a heavier mainspring than standard. This has small military inspector’s initials on the metal and was a US Government purchase during the Civil War. This revolver was made in 1862. This is an antique revolver and transfers with no federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

416. Colt Model 1877 ‘Thunderer’ Double Action Revolver.

Serial no. 145023, caliber .41 Colt centerfire, 4.5˝ barrel with ejector, the bore with strong rifling and scattered corrosion. The mechanism works in the double action mode but the trigger will not release the hammer in the single action mode. The metal overall has a dark mottled patina with a little scattered pinprick pitting. The factory hard rubber grips have the checkering worn smooth with a couple of small chips in the left grip. A very nice brown leather double loop holster by H. H. Heiser is included. This Colt was made in 1903. This transfers as a modern firearm or to a Curio and Relic licensee. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

417. Colt Single Action Army Revolver with Stag Grips.

Serial no. 285895, cal. 38-40 Winchester Center Fire, 5.5˝ barrel with a bright fine condition bore. The revolver has matching numbers, good hammer notches, and the mechanism works well. Most of the metal has a light gray patina with a good deal of original blue in the cylinder flutes, the barrel and protected areas of the ejector rod housing. All factory markings are in excellent condition. A simple Patridge-style sight has been neatly welded at the rear of the topstrap. The twopiece stag grips are in fine condition, fit well, and have great color.

An old brown leather floral-carved double loop holster is included.

The holster is in fine condition and has the stamped trademark of “BIFFAR / CHICAGO.” This good looking Colt was made in 1906.

This transfers as a modern firearm or to a Curio and Relics licensee.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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418. Great Western Arms Co. Frontier Six Shooter. Serial no. GW7690, caliber .22 long rifle. The 5.5˝ barrel has an excellent bore.

This revolver is blued with a case-colored frame and has genuine stag grips. 90% of the case colors remain and about 75% of the blue. The grips fit well but not perfectly and they are in fine condition with great color. The mechanism works well. A hand-tooled Western-style holster and cartridge belt by Martinez Saddlery are included. This will fit up to a 40˝ waist and is in very good condition, needing only a light cleaning.

Attached to the belt is a sheath with a 20th century stag-handled hunting knife with a 6˝ blade. The knife is believed to be German made and is in good condition with stains on the blade.This revolver was made in 1955 and will transfer to a Curio and Relic Licensee or as a modern firearm under federal law. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

419. Identified Colt Model 1849 Percussion Pocket Revolver. Serial no. 181923, caliber .31. This is a standard five-shot

model with attached loading lever and a large brass triggerguard. It has all matching numbers, including on the wedge. The 6˝ octagonal barrel has the “HARTFORD” address and has a bore with good rifling and even fine pitting. The cylinder retains about 70% of the scene and has fine to light surface pitting between two of the chambers.

The mechanism works well. All of the steel surfaces have a plum patina with some fine pitting on the right side of the barrel and the right side of the frame and recoil shield that indicates this revolver probably lay in a case for years. The one-piece walnut grip shows only light wear and rates fine condition. The back of the backstrap has been professionally engraved “G. M. Brinley.” This is believed to be Lt. Godfrey M. Brinley of the 58th Pennsylvania Volunteers.

Among other engagements, the 58th fought at Drewry’s Bluff, Cold Harbor, and in the siege operations at Petersburg and Richmond.

Further research on Brinley should prove rewarding. Included with the revolver is a brown floral-carved single loop belt holster with laced edges. The holster is too large for this 1849 and it is believed that a 6˝ D. A. 38 will fit properly. It is very well made and in fine condition with the maker’s stamp, “A. Zabel / Maker / Ft. Worth Tex.” This Colt was made in 1860. This is an antique revolver and transfers with no federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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420. Rare English Deane-Harding Cartridge Revolver.

Serial no. 15630P, caliber .450 Boxer. This revolver has both single action and double action modes and has a sliding bar safety. It has a six-shot cylinder and a hinged side mounted ejector rod. The top of the frame is engraved “DEANE & SON / 30 KING WILLIAM ST. LONDON,” and the side of the frame is engraved “DEANE HARDING PATENT 15630P.” Several of the parts have matching assembly numbers of “47.” This revolver is an original cartridge revolver, rather than a conversion from a percussion. The metal retains about 85% bright original blue with most of the wear on the gripstraps, and sharp edges, both the barrel and cylinder have a half-inch long patch of light pitting. The checkered walnut grip is in excellent condition. The mechanism works well but the sliding bar safety needs lubrication. The revolver comes with a Civil War Union flap holster and belt. The leather belt has Federal inspector’s initials and an NCO’s 1851 pattern cast brass eagle belt plate. The flap holster is unmarked and is believed to have been made for a Colt Dragoon. The holster is missing the bottom plug and closing tab on the flap. It has an open seam for a 2˝ at the toe and the triggerguard area. The condition matches on both belt and holster with surface crazing and some wear at the edges, the leather is soft but usable. The belt plate is in fine condition. The revolver dates about 1870. This is an antique revolver and transfers with no federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

422. Remington New Model Army Percussion Revolver.

421. Remington Double Derringer. Serial no. 560, cal .41 short rimfire, 3˝ barrels, fair bores with patches of light corrosion. The frame hinge has an old well-done repair, however the barrel portion of the hinge is broken with a piece missing. The checkered white plastic grips are replacements made by Franzite. There are traces of blue on protected areas, but most of the metal has a dark patina with a few scattered small dings and only minor pinprick pitting. All factory markings are in excellent condition, and the grips are in fine condition.

The barrel hinge repair should be within the abilities of most gunsmiths.

This transfers as a modern firearm. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Serial no. 61530, caliber .44. The 8˝ octagonal barrel has a bore with strong rifling and minor light corrosion. The cylinder does not have a matching number but the color matches the rest of the metal and the cylinder was probably mismatched in the field. The metal appears to have an arsenal reblue that is thin in spots and turning plum. The walnut grips have been refinished and show a light inspector’s cartouche. The barrel is slightly loose in the frame and the front of the frame has a small punch mark where someone tried to tighten it. This could easily be corrected by an competent amateur gunsmith. The mechanism works well. This Remington was a government purchase during the Civil War. This is an antique revolver and transfers with no federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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423. Remington New Model No. 4 Pocket Revolver Owned by Gertie Oliver, a Madame of Alberquerque, New Mexico in 1885. This

revolver is not serial numbered and is chambered for caliber .38 rimfire ammunition. It is a single action with a spur trigger and a pull-pin cylinder. It is nickel finished with a 2.5˝ round barrel having a fair bore.

The metal retains about 50% of the nickel and the checkered hard rubber grips rate fine. The mechanism functions well. The backstrap is period engraved in script “Gertrude Oliver.”

Four photocopied pages from a pamphlet on “Albuquerque’s Redlight Districts” informs us that in 1885 Gertie Oliver ran a ‘Wine Room’ with five girls ranging in age from 22 to 32 years old. She apparently was not very successful running her own business and joined the largest bordello in Albuquerque, “a six girl house with three cooks and two servants run by Maggie Morris.”

Also in this lot are three small fixed blade knives of the type favored by prostitutes for self-protection. The first knife is of the period and it has an ivory handle with the scratched initials “G. O.” (Gertie Oliver). The 5˝ clip print blade is maker marked “ALEX ‘R B. FOULIS / EDINBURGH.” The blade has been sharpened and it has a smooth gray patina, the handle has several fine cracks and is in stable condition. It comes with a leather sheath attached to a woman’s garter. The second knife is a mother-of-pearl handled dirk with a 4.25˝ double edged blade. This is unmarked and in excellent condition with a bright blade. The third knife has a mother-of-pearl handle with a 4˝ double edge blade. This is marked “UNION CUT CO. / OLEAN N.Y./ U.S.A.” and is a “KA-BAR” brand dating to the 20th century. It is in excellent condition. All four items are in a walnut finished display case with a cracked glass top and wear to synthetic lining. This is an antique revolver and transfers with no federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

424. Sharps Model 2A Four-Shot Pepperbox Pistol. Serial no. 5762, caliber .30 rimfire. The 3˝ long barrel cluster has some light corrosion in the bores, but all should clean to good or better. The brass frame has an ocher patina with excellent factory markings; the barrels have a mottled gray patina with traces of blue in front of the frame.

The checkered dark brown gutta percha grips are in fine condition.

These were made in the early 1860s and were a classic ‘hideout’ used by lawmen, outlaws, and gamblers alike. This is an antique pistol and transfers with no federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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425. Smith and Wesson Model No. 1 1/2 Single Action revolver. Serial no. 82576, caliber .32 rimfire. This is nickel plated

and has a 3.5˝ round barrel with a top rib. The bore has sharp rifling and several small patches of light corrosion. The mechanism works but the hand needs a spring. This is a late production revolver made with a strains crew. 70% of the nickel remains with most of the loss in the cylinder flutes and fine corrosion under the finish on the frame sides. The rosewood grips retain most of their finish and show small handling marks. This revolver was made in the late 1880s. This is an antique revolver and transfers with no federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

426. Smith and Wesson Model No. 2 Army Revolver. Civil War vintage revolver, serial no. 50445, caliber .32 long rimfire. This has a 5˝ barrel with the bore having good rifling and some scattered fine pitting. The sideplate screw and the ejector stud are period replacements. All of the metal has a dark plum and dark gray patina with minor fine corrosion around the cylinder and adjacent areas of the frame. The rosewood grips retain all of a good-looking refinish.

The revolver has matching numbers and all factory markings are in very good or better condition. The mechanism works well. This is an antique revolver and transfers with no federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

427. Starr Arms Co. Single Action 1863 Army Revolver.

Serial no. 26168, caliber .44. The 8˝ round barrel has good rifling and scattered corrosion. All numbers match, and the mechanism works well. All of the metal has a dark patina with a little surface corrosion over two chambers on the cylinder. The factory markings on the frame are in very good condition with a couple of digits in the serial number illegible on the barrel and cylinder. The grip shows a small repair and has been refinished with no trace of a cartouche visible.

This is an antique revolver and transfers with no federal restrictions.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

428. Third Model Winchester 1873 Lever Action Rifle.

Serial no. 382654B, caliber .32-20 Winchester. The 24.25˝ octagonal barrel has a poor bore and a full length magazine. It has a factory front sight with a German silver tip and a period replacement elevator adjustable buckhorn rear sight. The straight grip walnut stocks have a crescent buttplate. The left side of the buttstock has two small personalized carvings. The first may be a cattle brand; it has a small square with an attached arrow. The second is simply a square with about one inch sides. The magazine tube is a replacement that retains most of its blue. The rest of the metal has a mottled gray/blue patina with a couple of vice jaw marks on the barrel and some recent fine rust towards the muzzle. The barrel address is very good and the mechanism works well. The stocks show moderate wear with the tangs proud of the wood and small slivers of wood missing at the tangs. The dust cover is still present. This antique Winchester was made in 1891.

This is an antique rifle and transfers with no federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

429. Whitney Pocket Model Percussion Revolver. Serial no.

18478, caliber .31. This has a 3.5˝ octagonal barrel with the “E. Whitney / N. Haven” marking, a five-shot cylinder, and an attached loading lever with a flat latch. This is a third type second model revolver with seven-groove rifling. The mechanism works, the metal has a dark patina with scattered fine pitting and no cylinder scene remaining. The bore is fair; the two-piece walnut grips show wear at the butt and rate very good. The retaining screw for the cylinder pin wing nut is a replacement. This is a good example of the many Frontier and Civil War-used revolvers that were made by Colt’s competitors. This was made in the early 1860s. This is an antique revolver and transfers with no federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 115

430. Harrington and Richardson Premier Second Model Top Break Double Action Revolver. Serial no. 321657, caliber

.22 rimfire. This is a fourth variation that is not “PREMIER” marked.

It has a 5˝ barrel with a very good bore. The metal retains 95% nickel plated refinish with a blued triggerguard. The cylinder has fine scratches and one small spot of corrosion. The hard rubber grips are the factory extended target version. They have a small chip at the backstrap (the piece is included) and the checkering is in excellent condition. This revolver is in a homemade wood case with a pasted-in label from an H & R “PREMIER” box. Also included is a metal “Perfect Pocket Oiler.” The revolver works well. This transfers as a modern firearm. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

431. Reproduction Ethan Allen Pepperbox Pistol. Serial no.

PO5713, caliber .35 with a six-shot 3.5˝ long barrel cluster. This has a spur hammer and works as a single action. It has bag-shaped walnut grips and a nipple shield. The metal has been aged to look old with a gray patina and some fine pitting on the nipple shield and left side of the frame. The grips are in fine condition. As a percussion design this transfers with no federal restrictions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

432. Arizona Indians Imprint: Zachariah Chandler. Scarce imprint of a letter from the Secretary of the Interior Zachariah Chandler, headed at the top, “Arizona Indians,” 5.75 x 9, six pages, dated April 28, 1876. The letter transmits “an estimate of appropriation for the Indian service in Arizona during the remainder of the fiscal year.” In fine condition, with uniform toning, missing lower left corner tip, and marginal binding holes to left edge. The additional funds were necessary as the cost of supplies had risen sharply at the same time appropriations were being cut. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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Cabin remnants from the tragic Donner Party

433. William F. ‘Buffalo Bill’ Cody. Original Buffalo Bill Stories

magazine from September 28, 1907, 8 x 11, 32 pages, featuring a colorful cover showing a crowd of Native Americans taking a captive. In very good condition, overall toning and light foxing, and tape affixed to reverse. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

434. William F. ‘Buffalo Bill’ Cody.

Set of four vibrant color chromolithograph die-cuts, each measuring 6 x 4.5, and each representing a scene from Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show: an Indian battle, a cowboy round-up, the rescue of the Deadwood stage, and Buffalo Bill on horseback. These embossed paper souvenirs were sold at the show circa 1900. In fine, bright condition. These souvenirs rarely survived in such nice condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

435. Wyatt Earp: Newton Jasper Earp. Oldest child of Nicholas Earp (1837–1928) and half-brother of Wyatt, Virgil, and Morgan Earp. 1902 San Francisco hardcover phonebook, 6.5 x 9.5 x 4, from the rapidly-growing mini-metropolis of Los Angeles, listing Newton Jasper Earp. Interestingly, the vast majority of those listed have no telephone at all—the addresses are included, as is every individual’s occupation, including “widow.” In very good condition, with loose binding and spine, stamps to fore-edges, and wear to covers. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

436. Donner Party Relic. Original still-sealed small bottle of wood

remnants from the foundation log of the Murphy family, members of the ill-fated Donner Party in 1846. Small glass bottle measures 2˝ high and is sealed with its red-orange wax top. Originally recovered by historian C. F. McGlashan, he preserved the remnants, placed them in bottles with identification labels, and sold them for $1.00 each to fund a monument for the Donner Party, which is now the centerpiece of the Donner Memorial State Park. Bottle tag is numbered 1033. In fine condition. Accompanied by a paperback copy of McGlashan’s History of the Donner Party. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

437. Annie Oakley. Set of five chromolithograph German postcards depicting Oakley on horseback, each 3.5 x 5.5, which show Oakley scouting and shooting a rifle and revolver. These heavily embossed cards also feature blue and red silk overlays to Oakley’s hat and dress.

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

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438. Law Enforcement Badges.

Collection of eight law enforcement and security badges:

“U.S. / MARSHALL,” shield-shaped badge with a pierced star and pinback. This looks older, but we cannot vouch for its authenticity.

“SECURITY / OFFICER” with colored enamel center “STATE OF / FLORIDA.” This is a pinback badge with modern safety catch.

“ENFORCEMENT / SECURITY / CORPORATION / 322” with a US military style eagle and shield device at the center.

This is a pinback badge with a modern safety catch.

“CAPTAIN / THE WM. J. BURNS INT’L / DETECTIVE AGENCY, INC.” with a “230” at the center. This is a pinback badge with a modern safety catch.

440.

Tombstone Tobacco Memorandum.

Handwritten memo, signed “Ordenstein & Co.,” one page, 8.25 x 5.25, Ordenstein & Co. Cigars and Tobacco letterhead, April 12, 1881. Memo to Tombstone banker P. W. Smith reads, “Please call on Mr. John Green and try your best to collect as much as you possibly can on note left with you for Colln by our Mr. C. W. Craig. By complying with our request & reporting progress you will oblige.” Two vertical folds, a pencil check mark to center and a uniform shade of mild toning, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Original Wells Fargo strong box from the Pawnee, Oklahoma, route

“WELLS FARGO / SERVICES” blue enameled ribands with an enameled Pony Express rider at the center. This is a screwback hat badge.

“GUARD / BURNS INTERNATIONAL / SECURITY SERVICES INC.” with “BURNS” at the center. This is a screwback hat badge.

Generic “SECURITY” on blue enamel with center star and surmounted by eagle. This is a screwback hat badge.

“PINKERTON / SPECIAL SERVICE / 6183.” This is a heavy stamped brass rectangle and h as no fastener on the back, likely a badge that was never finished.

All of the badges are in fine to excellent condition and all but one are mounted on a heavy brown leather strap. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

439. Reproduction Shoulder Stock for a Third Model Dragoon Revolver.

This is a third style shoulder stock for a four screw frame. It has silver plated brass fittings and a varnished walnut buttstock. This is in excellent condition with a few small blemishes in the wood. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100) 118 | December 11, 2013 | OLD WEST

441. Wells Fargo Strongbox.

Uncommon original Wells Fargo strongbox. Very heavy metal box with fireproof walls measures 12.5 x 9 x 6.5, with a hinged lid, two carrying handles, and a hasp at the top. Top of the lid is stamped “Property / Wells Fargo & Co. / SF Calif.” Inside of the lid bears most of a Wells Fargo label, headed at the top, “Wells Fargo & Co. Express / 15 from Pawnee, Okla.” Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Cecil H. Hart of Wells Fargo Relics, as well as an unused Wells Fargo mailing envelope. A great relic of the Old West. Oversized. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

442. Western Express Companies.

Collection of five items: a heavy canvas bag, 13 x 25, printed in black on one side, “Wells Fargo Express, Return to Lincoln, Nebr. 334,” with 20 brass grommets around the top edge; a light canvas bag, 13.75 x 17, imprinted on one side, “Property of American Express,” around a federal shield design; a one-page printed notice, 8 x 10, dated July 1, 1870, signed in print by General Superintendent Jno. Valentine, regarding unclaimed items; a Wells Fargo and Co.’s Express mailing envelope, 9 x 4, printed with “Wells, Fargo & Co.’s Express Paid,” printed along the top; and an American Express “Money package” envelope, 9 x 4, with a pencil notation on the front. In overall very good condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

443. Daily Arizona Citizen Newspapers.

Collection of 44 editions of The Daily Arizona Citizen from 1879–1880. Papers are two pages, both sides, and all measure approximately 14 x 20, full of news articles, legal notices, and advertisements. In overall very good and fragile condition, with some papers having tape repairs, and chips and paper loss to many of the edges. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

444. The Daily Arizona Citizen Newspapers.

Collection of 46 editions of The Daily Arizona Citizen from 1879–1880, most from 1880.

Papers are two pages, both sides, and most measure approximately 14 x 20, full of news articles, legal notices, and advertisements. In overall very good and fragile condition, with some papers having tape repairs, and chips and paper loss to many of the edges. Also included is a November 3, 1881, edition of The Scranton Republican. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

445. The Daily Arizona Citizen Newspapers. Collection of

55 editions of The Daily Arizona Citizen from 1879–1880, most from 1880. Papers are two pages, both sides, and most measure approximately 14 x 20, full of news articles, legal notices, and advertisements. In overall good to very good and fragile condition, with some papers having tape repairs, and chips and paper loss to some of the edges. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

446. The Daily Tombstone: October 4, 1886. Original October

4, 1886, evening edition of The Daily Tombstone, 16 x 26, two pages, both sides. Front page bears many different business announcements, including ones for billiard parlors, liquor, legal notices, and an announcement that the undertaker is closing up shop. The inside pages have small news articles, including one of a reported meteor strike, an ad for the Sells Brothers circus, and an advertisement for the O. K. Corral on the back page. Paper has been de-acidified. In good condition, with separated hinge, some chipping and separations to the very fragile pages, tape repairs and reinforcements, intersecting folds, and paper loss to hinge. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

447. The Tombstone Epitaph: April 29, 1884. Original April 29,

1884, Friday morning edition of The Tombstone Epitaph, 17.5 x 24, two pages, both sides. Articles include an update on Senate proceedings in Washington, Moqui Indians, a report of a fight which broke out at Vogan’s Saloon, which landed one man in jail, and a fire in a Chinese laundry. Paper has been de-acidified.

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448. The Tombstone Epitaph: December 7, 1881. Original

December 7, 1881, Wednesday morning edition of The Tombstone Epitaph, 17.5 x 24, two pages, both sides.

Stories contained in the day’s paper include boundaries of mining claims, a cotton convention in Atlanta, an update on the trial of Charles Guiteau, and a mention of Ordinance 29, which separates the town into voting wards. Paper also bears numerous business advertisements and employment ads. Paper has been de-acidified. In very good to fine condition, with uniform toning, small edge chips and separations, and a few small holes. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

449. The Tombstone Epitaph: February 5, 1882. Original Feb-

ruary 5, 1882, daily edition of the Tombstone Epitaph. 17.75 x 24, four pages on two adjoining sheets.

Front page bears many advertisements including one for the theater in Schieffelin Hall, the Arizona Mail and Stage Line, G. F. Spangenberg, and the Tombstone Corral. An inside article announces the sentencing of Charles Guiteau, assassin of President James A. Garfield. Paper has been de-acidified. In very good condition, with central horizontal fold, uniform toning, some chips and separations to edges, and tape repairs to right edge of second page. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

451. The Tombstone Epitaph: May 14, 1881. Original May 14,

1881, Saturday morning issue of The Tombstone Epitaph, 17.5 x 24, two pages, both sides.

Front page lists multiple mining applications and small news items, including an update of Lucretia Garfield’s medical condition, with the remainder of the paper heavy on business advertisements. Paper has been de-acidified.

Missing top left corner, small edge chips and separations, and light toning to edges, otherwise fine, fragile condition. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

452. The Tombstone Epitaph: May 15, 1881. Original May 15,

1881, Sunday morning edition of The Tombstone Epitaph, 17.5 x 24, two pages, both sides.

Front page lists multiple mining applications and small news items, including the death of a cavalry officer, an update of Lucretia Garfield’s medical condition, and the report of four deaths from sun stroke.

Inside has all sorts of business advertisements, with the back page bearing more news articles, and the weekly mining report noting “A big boom all along the line.” Paper has been de-acidified. Toning to edges, separated hinge, and expected edge wear and tear, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

450. The Tombstone Epitaph: June 17, 1881. Original June 17, 1881, morning issue of The Tombstone Epitaph, 17.5 x 24, two pages, both sides. Front page has many business and miscellaneous notices, as well as the report of a homicide near Hot Springs by a man named Drew, as well as trouble in the construction of the Panama Canal. Inside bears multiple mining applications and many more advertisements. Paper has been de-acidified.

In very good condition, with tape repairs to fragile pages, uniform toning, small edge chips and tears, and a pencil mark to back page. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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453. Tombstone Newspapers. Collection of four complete and partial Tomb-

stone newspapers. Papers include three Commercial Advertisers from January and May 1882; and a two-page April 26, 1879, edition of The Arizona Enterprise out of Prescott. In very good, fragile condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare candid photo of the notorious outlaw couple 454. Bonnie and Clyde. Very scarce original unsigned candid 2.75 x 3.5 glossy photo of Bonnie and Clyde sitting on a blanket, Clyde working on a shotgun and other weapons laid out on their blanket, with Bonnie curled up next to her boyfriend. Photo is identified on the reverse in an unknown hand, “Bonnie & Clyde.” Uniform toning, otherwise fine condition. A remarkably clear image and the first time we have offered this particular pose. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Swatch from Clyde’s pants worn in the deadly ambush 455. Clyde Barrow. A limited edition 1.25 x 1.25 swatch of blue wool trou-

sers worn by Clyde Barrow at the time of his death on May 23, 1934. Swatch is affixed to an 11 x 8.5 certificate of authenticty, numbered 102/870, and is accompanied by a certificate signed by Clyde’s late sister, Marie Barrow, as well as by Charles Heard. In fine condition. Barrow’s trousers and shirt that he wore that day were kept in the Barrow family until Butterfield & Butterfield auctioned off the bullet riddled shirt in 1997. The trousers were cut into 870 swatches and affixed to certificates. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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military Remembered as the hard-driving, unrelenting military hero who led the US head-first through World War II’s most important operations—the Invasion of Sicily, the rapid drive across France following the Invasion of Normandy, the relief of Bastogne during the Battle of the Bulge—General Patton’s steady correspondence with a young Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, woman by the name of Mary Jane Krieger reveals a much softer side, necessarily concealed from his ‘real-life’ wartime acquaintances. Far cries from the tone of his famous address to the Third Army—‘No bastard ever won a war by dying for his country. You won it by making the other poor dumb bastard die for his country’—these letters, affectionately addressed to “My dear Mary Jane,” offer kind remarks of appreciation for packages sent, apologies for delayed correspondence “owing to the fact that we are having a battle,” and thoughtful opinions of shared poetry—all casually interspersed with commentary on the war. Staying in touch through even his busiest times in the war, Patton wrote to her until his final days—one of the last four letters he ever wrote was to thank her for a book of poems she sent as a Christmas gift. An exceptional collection of letters revealing a rarely seen side of the legendary general whose name alone, according to Eisenhower, ‘struck terror at the hearts of the enemy.’

One of General Patton’s four final letters postmarked the day of his tragic accident 475. George S. Patton. TLS signed “G. S. Patton, Jr.,” one page, 8 x 10.25, Headquarters Fifteenth US Army letterhead, December 8, 1945. Letter to Mary Jane Krieger. In full: “As I am going to leave tomorrow I shall probably not be in a position to answer your letters for some time. I wish to thank you for your constant support and for the beautiful Christmas box. I am taking the book of poems along to read on the journey and likewise the skin cream which will come in very handy on a sea voyage. With all good wishes for a merry Christmas and a happy New Year.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original free franked mailing envelope, marked, “Free,” by Patton and signed in the upper left, “G. S. Patton, Jr.” Envelope is affixed to a portion of a scrapbook page made by Krieger, who writes under the envelope, “The last which my general wrote to me—was written 8 December 1945—just one day before the accident occurred which caused the death of my general. Postmarked the day the accident occurred.”

The day before leaving for a hunting trip with his chief of staff, Major General Hobart Gay, and Private First Class Horace L. Woodring, General Patton penned four letters, including this one to Mary Jane Krieger. Thanking her for the Christmas gifts she recently sent before taking his Christmas leave, he offered what would be his final regards to his longtime pen pal. The following day—the postmarked date of this letter—the car carrying the men to their relaxing weekend trip was hit by an oncoming truck. Suffering a broken neck and cervical spinal cord injury, Patton was instantly paralyzed from the neck down, and after twelve days in the hospital, died in his sleep. Upon his request to be ‘buried with my men,’ the great general was buried alongside other wartime casualties of the Third Army at the Luxembourg American Cemetery and Memorial. Affectionately notated by Krieger, “the last which my general wrote to me,” this historic letter marked the end of a remarkable life and friendship. With the letter to which Patton was replying now kept in the National Archives, this letter—explicitly referred to in The Patton Papers—is one of the most sought after correspondences from his papers. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500) 122 | December 11, 2013 | MILITARY

“When the snow melts there is going to be an awful smell around here—a German smell” 476. George S. Patton. War-dated ALS signed “G. S. Patton, Jr.,” one

page, 8 x 10, Headquarters, Third United States Army letterhead, January 20, 1945. Letter to Mary Jane Krieger. In full: “I owe you a lot of letters but have been so busy in this battle that I have not had no time to write. I hope you got on all right at the hospital. If you like snow this is the place to live—I hate it and besides it slows up our attacks and so helps the Germans. We got quite a few of them in this current show but not as many as I should like when the snow melts there is going to be an awful smell around here—a German smell.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Patton’s hand, with a couple of letters of Patton’s censor signature remaining along the top edge.

As German troops launched their last-ditch offensive across Belgium, Luxembourg, and northeastern France in late December of 1944, unleashing 250,000 men on a weak point in the Allied lines during one of the worst winters in European history, Patton quickly and decisively marched his troops to the besieged city of Bastogne. Successfully disengaging six divisions from front-line combat and relieving the city, he pulled off one of his most remarkable achievements of the war. Taking time out from the crucial Battle of the Bulge to write to his young pen pal, Patton discusses his distaste for the winter weather in gory relation to the war at hand, “I hate it and besides it slows up our attacks and so helps the Germans.” He continues with the dramatic understatement, “we got quite a few of them in this current show;” by the close of the battle, five days after this letter was written, Germany had suffered roughly 85,000 casualties (and America suffered around the same, with 19,000 of those being deaths). With the disturbingly vivid description of the “awful smell” that would surface in the spring, this letter goes straight to the snow-covered fields of America’s bloodiest battle of World War II. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Welcoming Hollywood to the front lines: “Marline Dietrich (or how do you spell it?) ate some of the candy” 477. George S. Patton. War-dated TLS signed “G. S. Patton, Jr.,” one page, 8 x 10, Headquarters Third United States Army letterhead, November 1, 1944.

Letter to Mary Jane Krieger. In full: “Your box of candy, nuts, chocolate, tobacco, etc., came and I deeply appreciate your thoughtfulness in sending it.” At the bottom of the page, Patton adds a handwritten postscript which reads, “P.S. Marline Dietrich (or how do you spell it?) ate some of the candy.” Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, bearing the first two initials of Patton’s franking signature. In fine condition. Dietrich traveled to Germany twice to entertain the troops, often very close to the front lines, and with considerable risk to her safety. Patton admired her for her courage and presented her with a pearl-handled pistol. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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“If you are not a very polite young lady I might even say, ‘Driven him back to Hell,’ but I will not say so” 478. George S. Patton. Collection of 18 letters, all signed “G. S. Patton, Jr.,” and one ALS signed the same way. Each letter is accompanied by its original mailing envelope, with seven bearing Patton’s censorship signature in the upper left, and one other envelope bearing a Patton franking signature. Letters date from October 28, 1944, to December 21, 1945, with seven sent before the German surrender, and accompanied by two letters from Patton’s secretary, Sue Lynch, postmarked the day of Patton’s death.

All the letters are written to Mary Jane Kriger. A selection from the letters follows: December 29, 1944: “We are having quite a war, but have certainly stopped the Germans, and I think before you get this will have driven him back—if you are not a very polite young lady I might even say, ‘Driven him back to Hell,’ but I will not say so. Owing to the fact that we are having a battle, you will have to forgive this short, dictated letter.”

May 4, 1945: “At this moment the war seems practically extinct.”

August 6, 1945: “I am glad you don’t have to take swimming lessons over here, beView all 18 letters at www.RRAuction.com cause the water is always extremely cold…However, the Germans seem to enjoy it. Yesterday, Sunday, I saw hundreds of them lying on the grass or splashing in the water with just as few clothes on as the law allows.”

November 1, 1945 (ALS): “Thanks for the quotations from Bill Cunningham they are most interesting. I think ‘Postwar Picture’ is really a swell poem and very sadly true. Your Christmas box has come but like a good boy I shall not open it until Dec. 25, ’45.” In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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“In what state I arrived here, you can imagine,” writes the commander upon his return to the invaded coast on June 7, 1944: “the superiority in airplanes, tanks and ships is very great” 479. Erwin Rommel. War-dated ALS in German, written in blue pencil just one day after D–Day, signed “Your Erwin,” one page both sides, 6 x 4, personal Generalfeldmarschall letterhead, June 7, 1944. Letter to his wife addressed, “Dear Lu!” In full (translated): “I need a few quiet minutes for a short greeting to you. Hopefully you have enjoyed your birthday to the fullest, it was very nice that I was able to be there at the beginning. In what state I arrived here, you can imagine. Situation not very encouraging, however I hope we will still ‘Get it there.’ It is of course only the beginning. Slowly I become more calm.

The boys are doing their best. However, the superiority in airplanes, tanks and ships is very great. To you and Manfred hearty greetings and an intimate kiss.” In fine condition, with a small rectangular block of toning to signed side, not affecting overall legibility, and a couple of light red pencil lines.

As a powerful storm brought rough weather to the English Channel in the first week of June in 1944, Rommel, who had been overseeing preparations for an Allied attack, most likely at Calais, assumed that any invasion plans would be postponed; he took leave to visit his family at their home in southern Germany, most of his command staff headed inland to a military conference, and all German aerial and seaborne reconnaissance around the Channel was halted until the weather improved. So it was that on June 6, when the Allied troops arrived at Normandy, Field Marshal Rommel was completely out of touch, rushing back by car from his home 400 miles away. Written the day after the initial landing after assessing the “not very encouraging” situation—as half a million Allied men began their inward invasion with the security of a new unified front of five linked landing beaches—the typically steadfast leader gives his first hints that the war may be coming to a close: “The boys is doing its best. However, the superiority in airplanes, tanks and ships is very great.” Ten days later he would express the same sentiment to Hitler in an unsuccessful attempt to convince him of the impossibility of success. Written just one day after one of the most important events of the war, at which Rommel was unexpectedly not present, this is one of the most remarkable World War II letters we have ever offered. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000) | 125

“For 8 weeks my soldiers have been fighting a difficult battle against great enemy [with] numerical superiority” 480. Erwin Rommel. War-dated ALS in German in blue pencil, signed “Heil dem Fuhrer, E. Rommel,” one page both sides, 8 x 11.5, Pan-

zergruppe Afrika letterhead, January 12, 1942. Letter to Rosemarie Kliem. In full (translated): “For 8 weeks my soldiers have been fighting a difficult battle against great enemy [with] numerical superiority. So you will understand that I, too, have had no time for personal matters and that I have not been able until now to read your dear letter of 11/15 and to express my thanks. I was very happy to receive your words, the drawings, and the poem. The battle here is continuing. We hope to be able to hold our own and to conquer in the end.” Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed, one of his personal envelopes. Imprinted with, “General der Panzertruppen Rommel 39496,” on the reverse and addressed in Rommel’s hand to, “Rosemarie Kliem, Berlin-Pankow, Zillertalstrasse 53 III,” with a military cancellation and a January 22, 1942, postmark. In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, one passing lightly through a single letter of signature.

Two months after taking command of the German Afrika Korps in North Africa, the Italo-German forces under Lieutenant General Rommel laid siege to the Libyan city of Tobruk, a crucial Mediterranean port on the border of Egypt. Two-hundred days into the siege, still struggling to penetrate the Allied forces, the British Eighth Army launched Operation Crusader, a major offensive, on November 18, 1941. Drastically outnumbered—with only around 400 tanks and a handful of infantry divisions compared to his enemy’s 770 tanks and 1000 aircraft—Rommel was able to make some significant tactical gains, but ultimately forced to withdraw his army all the way back to El Agheila. Putting an end to the 240-day Seige of Tobruk, this was the first victory over German ground forces by British-led forces in the Second World War. ALSs from Rommel’s time in Africa are extremely rare; this one, written while preparing his counterattack—which he would successfully launch on January 21—is an extraordinary find, showing the determination that characterized his distinguished career. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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“Do the combat positions have any contact with the enemy? Who is still on the front? I would rather say: Fight while falling back (than retreating)” 481. Erwin Rommel. Training text report in German by a student named “Barnstorf,”

who at the time of the report was a flagbearer, twelve pages on six adjoining sheets, Dresden, April 5, 1932. Barnstorf’s initial report, entitled, “Infantry Service,” includes several hand-drawn color maps and reads, in part (translated): “Used the night to retreat from the enemy and set up renewed positions...1st battalion reported that the enemy numbers are increasing and an assault is expected. The 1st battalion had decided to defend their position and then later when retreating to return to the Eastern edge of Harth.”

Rommel adds his pencil comments, which read, “Do the combat positions have any contact with the enemy? Who is still on the front? I would rather say: Fight while falling back (than retreating).” The report continues, “Machine Guns in position on the hill (700m).

Another group is placed on the heights (Mippe). Wire communications exists among the groups...Each group has an observer. The soldiers are dug in and camouflaged.

The leader is in the vicinity of the shooters and is in contact with the soldiers by wire.” At the conclusion, Rommel offers his comments on the entire paper, “Diligent, Well thought out presentation. E. Rommel.” Report comes with its original folder and a postcard photo of Barnstorf in his uniform and helmet. In fine condition.

After gaining a reputation for his unflinching courage and keen strategic abilities in World War I, Rommel was posted to the Infantry School in Dresden as a junior instructor training lieutenants. According to the school commandant, he was ‘a towering personality even in a milieu of hand-picked officers…Respected by his colleagues, worshipped by his cadets.’ While there, from 1929 to 1933, he wrote several notable training manuals and his book ‘Infantry Attacks,’ describing the various actions in which he was involved in the Great War. This student’s report, reviewed by instructor Rommel, holds handwritten bits of tactical commentary from one of the finest military figures in history as he taught the next generation of soldiers—an absolutely remarkable piece. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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A wonderful selection of early letters to the cadet’s future wife, revealing a devotion that—despite some youthful indiscretions—carried them through a lifelong marriage 482. Erwin Rommel. When the young Erwin Rommel met Lucia Maria Mollin at the Konigliche Kriegsschule in Danzig, where he was a cadet, the two began what would become a lifelong romance.

Hiding their relationship from her strictly Catholic mother (unhappy about her daughter seeing a Protestant), the two agreed that they would eventually marry but for the time being told no one. Following his graduation in 1912, Rommel was sent to Weingarten, where he was responsible for drilling and training of new recruits. Though he wrote affectionately to Lucie nearly every day, he also began a relationship with a teenage fruit seller named Walburga Stemmer, who gave birth to his daughter, Gertrud, in the spring of 1913. Chalking it up to a ‘Kavaliersdelikt’ (gentleman’s mistake), Rommel agreed to financially support the child but did not consider marrying her mother, knowing that such a move would end any hopes for further advancement in the army. He informed Lucie, who seemingly accepted the incident, as the two continued their long-distance courtship and finally married in 1916. Rommel stayed close with his daughter throughout his life, even more so following Stemmer’s suicide at the news of Lucie pregnancy in 1928. This interesting collection of early letters to his future wife offers a glimpse into the love-struck young cadet, whose personal affairs have garnered great attention in the last several years especially.

An interesting collection of 4 ALSs in German, most written in pencil, ranging in date from October 9, 1911, to February 22, 1913, all of which he signed “Erwin.” A translated selection from his letters is as follows: October 16, 1911, three pages on two adjoining sheets, to “My dear little Molly!,” signed “Your Erwin.” “Let me know if you should have for me some evening, my dear Molly. Perhaps Friday or Saturday evening...

Things are starting to calm down at the military school. The ghost of ‘examinations’ is creeping into people’s souls and haunts everyone.

Hopefully, it will be drowned in celebration and champagne in 40 days.”

January 2, 1912, four pages on two adjoining sheets, to Lucia, signed “Erwin.” Letter is missing middle pages, and reads, “Just returned from my 14 day Christmas vacation and found your cards, for which I heartily thank you. Want to tell you a little about my conduct since WarSchool. I am just as good and virtuous as in Danzig...Today, I returned from my vacation, I recruited 6 men from the 12 in the company that 128 | December 11, 2013 | MILITARY

helped me move into my proper quarters. It was hard work.” After his signature, he adds a short postscript which reads, “A radio-operator from our ‘patron’ is coming on Jan. 7 to Danzig, take care of him, but don’t forget me. Now I hope to receive a long letter from you.”

February 22, 1913, eight pages on two sets of adjoining sheets, to his future wife Lucy, signed “Your Erwin.” “Thanks to recruitment at the beginning of January, I got a young captain who has been dissatisfied with everything in spite of his advancement. Constantly preaching at me that I should do this like this and that like that. When one works for months and really strains, and then someone comes along who isn’t satisfied with anything and even needles one, well the pleasure in the whole business can just disappear. But...I knew that my boys shone in comparison to the other companies…We passed everything with flying colors...I only went to two balls during Carnival and enjoyed it only little. I never get into more intimate things. You see, my little Lu, how well behaved my little self can be? I’m sure you went overboard again...I now have a princely home with 3 rooms, kitchen, and bath, and borrowed furniture. All that I lack now is a woman to manage the whole place. Not that I’m thinking of getting married; I detest the idea of an officer’s marriage with its 80,000 marks…I’ll get married when I’m ready, and for that I will need neither church nor magistrate. Can’t you imagine me a lieutenant like that my dear sweet Lu?...Why do you no longer send me pictures of yourself. You merely write, ‘you have changed, and I don’t know you anymore,’ but I never get a picture of you...When I see you again in Berlin I won’t even recognize you. Or are you already engaged or even married? You mustn’t take it amiss if I remind you; I like you so much and I would at least like to see you on a photograph that I might kiss.” RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

Remarkable collection of letters from the Desert Fox, including several war-dated, with excellent content from the months leading up to D-Day 483. Erwin Rommel.

An impressive collection of 7 ALSs in German, most written in pencil, ranging in date from February 3, 1937, to October 13, 1943, (all war-dated except the first), including five to his wife. A translated selection from his letters is as follows: January 4, 1940, two pages, to his wife, signed “Your Erwin.” “The hunt yesterday was fabulous...

There were about 15 hunters. The domestics, reinforced by 30 Polish prisoners, flushed the game...There was a total bag of 39 hares. As darkness set in we returned and quickly changed our boots and socks. Then we...started the return trip. No news here.

The Fuehrer is apparently still at the Berghof. Dietl will probably be transferred to our troops.” Just months before the German invasion of France, during which he would distinguish himself as the commander of the 7th Panzer Division, Rommel enjoyed a quiet period in the war, indulging his passion for hunting while Hitler stayed at his Berghof mountain villa.

February 26, 1940, one page, to “Brommert,” and signed “E. Rommel”: “I will advise you to get a new job, because your pension is not very high...On the front we are losing few people at the present time; therefore there is no use for older officers. Maybe this situation will change sooner or later. I have been a Commander of a Division since about two weeks ago, and I am very happy about this new job. I am busy from the early morning to the late evening—in order to bring my division to the highest standards possible.”

November 3, 1940, on a postcard, addressed in Rommel’s hand, to Lucie, signed “Your Erwin.” “At my arrival, our beloved mother just quietly slept away...The cremation will probably take place on Thursday. ” September 7, 1943, one page, both sides, to his wife, signed “Your Erwin.” “I well survived the aerial attack last night in the bunker of our settlement. Gunther managed to warn us in time...Once again, one of the old faithful Africans [Afrika Corps members] has fallen...It’s probably very bad in the East as well. The attacks in Calabria don’t

seem all that serious to me. The main strike is coming.” Shortly after giving up the disastrous campaigns in North Africa, Rommel was sent to northern Italy to prepare a line of defense against a possible British invasion. Headquartered in Lake Garda as commander of the newly formed Army Group B, he ignored a number of smaller attacks, correctly assuming that they were diversions from “the main strike” that would land in Normandy a few months later.

September 19, 1943, one page, both sides, to Lucie, signed “Erwin,” written just three days after his appendectomy and while hospitalized.

He sends thanks for two letters, expresses his happiness she has moved, and asks her to contact a friend if in Freudenfuert.

October 13, 1943, one page, both sides, to his wife, signed “Erwin.”

“No mail from you yet. Hope things will get moving over the summer.

Was with Duce yesterday. He is fresh, cheerful, and has great plans.”

Following Mussolini’s removal from power, the new Italian government immediately began negotiations with the Allies. Stationed in Lake Garda for one more month before heading to the coast of France, Rommel wrote this letter the same day that Italy officially declared war on its former Axis partner.

In overall fine condition. A more comprehensive description is available online at RRAuction.com, along with translations for all of the letters. Copies of the letters in German are available upon request.

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Father of the American Navy

484. John Barry. Irish-born sea captain (1745–1803) who commanded a number

of American vessels during the Revolutionary War. Among other accomplishments, he successfully transported French gold across the Atlantic in order to fund the war effort, organized the crossing of the Delaware at Trenton in 1776, and forced a British surrender in the final naval engagement of the war. LS, one page, 7.5 x 9, July 12, 1782. Letter to John Donaldson. In full: “I will be much obliged to you to settle my accounts and to pay the balance which may be due to me to Mr. John Brown.” Intersecting folds, mirroring of text to bottom portion of page, and holes to second integral page from mounting remnants, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Congratulating the controversial new prime minister: “The fact is every thing has been said & done by a Party here to deprecate & misrepresent the Coalition”

485. John Burgoyne. British army officer, politician, and dramatist (1722–1792) best known for his role in the American Revolution, where

he surrendered his army of 5,000 men to American troops on October 17, 1777. ALS signed “J. Burgoyne,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 7.25 x 9.25, Kilmainham, April 19, 1783. Letter to the Duke of Portland upon his becoming prime minister. In part: “Your first hurry over, I can no longer refuse myself the pleasure of assuring you of the congratulations of a heart devoted to you & your cause. I should shair [sic] my candour to a very absurd extent, if I suffered myself to doubt the dislike with which the accession of your Grace & your great friends to your present situations has been received at the Castle. I wish, for the honour of man, the principal to be innocent of having countenanced the publications & language that have prevailed: the fact is every thing has been said & done by a Party here to deprecate & misrepresent the Coalition, & I apprehend every thing will continue to be done by the same party to excite anew the jealousy & capricious intemperance to which you know this Country prone.” In fine condition, with a small area of paper loss to lower right corner of final page. Portland had become prime minister of the coalition government on April 2, just a couple weeks before receiving this letter from Burgoyne, who was serving as commander-in-chief in Ireland and a privy councillor. Known as the ‘Fox–North Coalition,’ this unsuccessful government was terminated by the king within the year, appointing William Pitt the Younger as Portland’s replacement. Upon this dismissal of his powerful friends, Burgoyne withdrew into private life. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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“I have tried to make Europe understand the magnitude of the strife which divided the New World” 486. Louis Philippe d’Orleans. Union officer (1838–1894) on

the staff of Major General McClellan, and a claimant to the French throne from 1848 until his death. Seven ALSs related to his History of the Civil War written to Philadelphia publisher Porter and Coates, totaling 17 pages, dated between June 1875 and July 1894. The first, dated June 1875, in part: “My History of the Civil War in America… has been written rather for the instruction of the European public than for transatlantic readers to whom every incident of the war is already familiar…I have tried to make Europe understand the magnitude of the strife which divided the New World, the extent of the sacrifices borne by the American people and the heroism displayed by both sides on the bloody fields of battle. I shall be proud…to perpetuate the memory of that heroism and the glory of the American soldier, without distinction between the blue and grey coats.” The second, dated November 1875, in part: “Since the two first volumes...have been published, several mistakes,...have been pointed out to me. I have corrected these errors in my copy in view of a second edition.” The other letters continue to comment on research and revisions for future editions of the voluminous work. In overall fine condition. Accompanied by letters from G. W. McCrary and Daniel Sickles related to d’Orleans’s History. Additional excerpts are available online at rrauction.com. A fantastic assemblage of letters detailing the lengthy process of writing and editing the History of the Civil War in America, which today is considered a standard reference work. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

An incredible 460-year-old document from the legendary Genoese admiral, penned the same year he began the fight to reclaim Corsica 487. Andrea Doria. Italian condottiero and admiral from Genoa (1466–1560). LS

in Italian, one page, 8.5 x 11.5, June 11, 1553. Letter to Ferrante Gonzaga, viceroy of Sicily, in part (translated): “Since, for my own nature, I cannot deny my help to whoever asks for it, I cannot deny it especially to those who are connected to me as relatives, as in the case of Messer Federico Spinola, master of Casale Mosetta in Dartonese.

Therefore, I have to do it and am forced to beg Your Excellency to be agreeable, on account of your kindness and recommended by my affection, to order that, regarding taxation, the property of my relative mentioned above may not be aggravated by more taxes than what is sufficient to certify. If you do this favor, that Your kindness will be pleased to accord to the named Messer Federico, it will be as if you did it to me and he will owe a not small debt.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, a couple stains at the top, and a circular area of toning from seal affixed to reverse.

A half a century after earning his place as Genoa’s finest naval commander, expelling the French from the city and re-establishing the republic under Spanish imperial protection—creating 28 Alberghi (clans) that formed the ruling class, including the Spinolas— 87-year-old Andrea Doria returned to the seas in 1553. In response to the French seizure of Corsica, a crucial settlement due to its location on the sea route between Spain and Italy, he led a fleet of 15,000 men in a lengthy fight to reclaim the island. Within two years he had successfully cleared most of the coastal cities, enabling him to return home for good just shy of his 90th birthday. An interesting letter written in his capacity as ‘perpetual censor’ of the city, a role that gave him remarkable influence over the councils of Genoa, securing tax relief for another high-power family member, this is the first Doria we have ever offered. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Beautifully drawn intricate map of a large parcel of Virginia land 488. Jedediah Hotchkiss. Original ink and watercolor survey map,

7 x 9, done by Hotchkiss shortly after the end of the Civil War. This particular map was part of a larger report that included surveys and maps of land in Alleghany County, Virginia, prepared by Hotchkiss in 1872. Major landmarks on the map include Jackson’s River, Piney Mountain, Little Piney, Falling Spring Mountain, Mill Creek, Peter’s Mountain, and the property of Dolly Ann Furnace. Written along one side is the scale, “Scale 100 chains to one inch.” Matted and framed with photos of Hotchkiss and Thomas J. ‘Stonewall’ Jackson to an overall size of 22.25 x 13.25.

In fine condition. Original maps by Hotchkiss from any period are quite rare, as most of his works are housed in the Library of Congress. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

A thank-you to Bob Hope for his morale-boosting USO shows 489. Douglas MacArthur. TLS, one page, 8 x 10.5, United

Nations Command letterhead, October 30, 1950. Letter to famous entertainer Bob Hope. In part: “Your recent visit to entertain the forces of this Command has demonstrated again your devotion to a great cause and your generous interest in the men and women who are fighting and working for it in this far corner of the world.

You and your companions have given immeasurable pleasure and stimulation to everyone out here.” In fine condition, with light toning. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. An outstanding piece of correspondence that joins these iconic American figures so intertwined with the Korean War–era military—earlier in October, Marines landing at the east coast of North Korea in 1950 waded ashore, ready for battle, only to find that Hope and a USO show were already there. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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Highly desirable letter and twice-signed bank draft for $100 to his beloved black Sunday school students in Lexington for the purchase of new books 490. Thomas J. ‘Stonewall’ Jackson. War-dated handwritten bank draft, signed “T. J. Jackson, Col,” on the second integral page of a one page ALS, 4.75 x 7.75, lightly-lined, July 5, 1861, from Jackson, signed “T. J. Jackson.” The draft reads, “Darkesville, Berkeley County, Va., July 5, 1861. Bank of Rockbridge pay to the order of J. H. Myers one hundred dollar.” At the bottom of the page, Jackson writes, “Remember me very kindly to Dr. White & my other friends. It has given me great satisfaction to see so much religious interest as I have observed in the Army. Of course it is far behind that seen in civil life. I am much obliged to you for your kindness.”

Jackson’s letter on the first page, also dated July 5, 1861, reads, in full, “I send herewith my note for the renewal of the old one to the amount of one hundred dollars. Please send me a check for the balance in my favor in your books. If you can, please make it payable in Richmond.

I can sign the check when it reaches me specifying the amount & endorsed by yourself or Mr. Frigatt as good for the specific sum.” In fine condition, with vertical ink lines through bank draft and its signature, not affecting overall legibility, a vertical fold, and some mild toning.

Contrary to his unpopularity among his white students at Virginia Military Institute in Lexington, Jackson’s reputation among the black population in his town, slaves and free men alike, was second to none. Organizing a Sunday school for black children at the Presbyterian Church in 1855 with the permission of his pastor, Dr. William S. White, he devoted much of his time and energy to his students there, providing not only a valuable religious education, but also a respectful and caring style of discipline rarely displayed by white men of the time. When he left Lexington to join the war, he stayed in touch, never writing about military victories or battles, but always taking the time to ask after the children, their classes, and the church. He also continued to send money for new books for the school, including this offering of $100 in July of 1861.

Penned just three weeks before his valiant action at the First Battle of Bull Run, during which he held his ground ‘like a stone wall,’ earning his famous moniker, this is a magnificent reminder of the Confederate hero’s admirable pursuits at home. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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“There is nothing for him to do in this army,” writes General Lee, sending an English Naval officer to Richmond for possible training

491. Robert E. Lee. War-dated LS signed “R. E. Lee,” one page both sides, 4.75 x 8, Oc-

tober 14, 1862. Letter to Secretary of War George H. Randolph. In full: “Mr. Edenborough the English Naval officer concerning whom I received a letter from the Secretary of State yesterday, arrived at my Hd. Qrs. today. In a conversation with him, he admitted without hesitation that he belonged to the English East India Navy, and I suppose that his assertion that he was an officer of the Royal navy was made from a desire to increase his importance. There is nothing for him to do in this army, and my opinion of his honesty is not so much affected by his statement as to his position, as to cause me to detain him. I have accordingly given him a passport to return to Richmond where he may be able to find employment, should nothing be found to attach suspicion to his character.” Beautifully double-cloth-matted and framed with a copy of the front of the letter, a portrait of Lee, a small name plaque, and an engraved transcript of the letter to an overall size of 36.25 x 18. In fine condition, with some splitting along intersecting folds, some scattered mild toning, and show-through from writing on opposing sides.

By October of 1862, less then five months after taking command of the Army of Northern Virginia, Robert E. Lee had convinced a skeptical Confederacy of his exemplary leadership and strategic abilities, running McClellan off the Peninsula, defeating Pope at Second Manassas, and pushing the battle lines from just six miles outside Richmond to twenty miles outside Washington. Growing his army ranks, Lee was also aware of the burgeoning Confederate Navy’s situation; building itself from essentially nothing, struggling to finance new developments, and lacking skilled men, the CSN’s challenges were immense. With a new naval school at Richmond, Lee sent this letter to refer an “officer of the Royal navy,” who—assuming his character opens no cause for concern upon further scrutiny—may be better utilized there. With strong economic ties (England was a major buyer of American cotton), a large British population in New Orleans, and widespread sympathy for the South’s struggle for independence, many Englishmen played active roles in the Confederacy and remained loyal through the duration of the war. An interesting letter from the early years of the war, as the Confederacy worked to build itself both on land and at sea. Oversized.

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Recognizing “the showing of motion pictures, particularly to the front line troops” as a “vital element of sustaining morale” 492. George C. Marshall. War-dated TLS signed “G. C. Marshall,” one page, 7 x 9, War Depart-

ment letterhead, April 13, 1945. Letter to MGM executive Louis B. Mayer. In part: “I have considered the showing of motion pictures, particularly to the front line troops, a very vital element of sustaining morale, and the job we have been able to do has been made possible by the complete cooperation of you and the other leaders of the motion picture industry.” In fine condition, with an office notation to the top. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Updating friends on his post-military life 493. Anthony McAuliffe. ALS signed “A. C. McAuliffe,” one

page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, July 6, 1969. Letter to friends. In part: “I retired from the Army in 1956, last job was C in Chief, U. S. Army, Europe. I joined American Cyanamid Co., a chemical corporation, became a V. P. and director and retired again in 1963. I now play golf, bridge, and gin rummy and take part in the active social life here in Washington.” In fine condition, with thin strip of adhesive remnant along top edge of front of letter. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Both President and Secretary of War are still absent but are travelling toward Washington now” 494. William T. Sherman. ALS signed “W. T. Sherman, General,” one page, lightly-lined both sides, 5 x 8, Headquarters Army of the United States letterhead, May 1, 1873. Letter to General George Sharpe. In part: “My present purpose is to attend the meeting at New Haven on the 14th and to accept the profound hospitality of Mr. & Mrs. Winchester…Both President and Secretary of War are still absent but are travelling toward Washington now. I take it for granted both will be here so that I can properly be away.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, and a bit of scattered trivial foxing. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Meade issues General Order 36 495. George G. Meade. Printed General Orders 36, signed at the bottom, “Geo. Meade,” one page,

4.5 x 7.25, June 10, 1867. Three-part order reads, in part, “Application for the general repair or alteration of public buildings at posts in this Department must be made, through the Chief Quartermaster of the Department, to these Headquarters.” In fine condition, with some light toning and marginal binding holes to left edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The Union’s highest-ranking prisoner of war 496. George Stoneman. Union cavalry officer (1822–1894) who was later elected the governor of California; during the Civil War, he was captured during a July 1864 attempt to free prisoners from the infamous Andersonville prison, becoming the Union army’s highest-ranking prisoner of war. ALS signed “George Stoneman, Capt. 2d Cavly,” one page both sides, 7.75 x 9.75, Camp Cooper, Texas, August 6, 1857. Letter to Major General T. S. Jessup regarding the payment of a private physician. In part: “Each Vo. is a certificate of an officer of the Army, that there was no medical attendance at the post other than the services of a private physician, which was by need procured. During the period mentioned (Dec. 1849 to Nov. 1850) in which the medical attendance was rendered Asst. Surg. J. S. Griffin…was absent a good deal of the time…Dr. Griffin’s absence was with the knowledge of and consent of the Comdg. Genl. though not officially recognized…and it was during his absence that the services of other physicians were procured.” In fine condition, with light show-through from writing to opposing sides. Accompanied by an unsigned engraving of Stoneman. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

497. Duke of Wellington. Third-person

ALS, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, September 21, 1835. Letter to a gentleman. In part: “The Duke of Wellington presents his compl’ts to Mrs. Huntley. When Mr. Sener died, Mrs. Huntley having possession of his papers, suggested that some of them were of importance to the public interests; the Duke being the Secretary of State. She gave to the Duke those which she thought were of importance…The Duke has always stated the facts when it has been necessary…The Duke knows nothing about Mrs. Huntley’s previous relations with Mr. Sener.” In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“The German people and all of Europe must be saved from the stigma of Versailles by the scorned hermit and exile of Doorn!”

498. Wilhelm II. Fascinating ALS in purple pencil in German, signed “Wilhelm R,” five pages on three sheets, 8.25 x 10, May 10, 1927. Wilhelm refers his confidant to a letter by Gottlieb von Jagow, formerly Minister of Foreign Affairs, in part (translated): “It is shameful that the war guilt lie has come to stay in Germany and that the people have become used to it! In August 1924, the government vowed to reject this lie and to take a stand against the Powers and the Treaty of Versailles regarding Article 231. This has not happened because to do so would be to expose the revolution as a crime and to topple the government. The Americans and French, even the Italians and some Englishmen are very active critics of the war guilt lie, only we do nothing. The moment is certainly expedient…If I am to lead a public campaign against the war guilt lie—I have been leading a private one for eight years—the enemy peoples and their governments will collapse under the indictment, while the so-called neutral world will heartily, even gratefully agree with me…

The ensuing campaign, under my leadership, will follow these lines: 1) Wegerer, Caro, Jagow etc. join forces in the name of all societies that concern themselves with the war guilt lie and will publish an open letter to the government (president), demanding them to immediately make good their promise to formally reject Germany’s war guilt and the lie concerning it. Should the government refuse or evade this demand, 2) an official appeal will be made to me in the name of the people, which will ask me to help them vanquish the lie and the pressure of Versailles, as their own leaders refuse to do so. 3) This is the moment for me to react with the prepared material, which must be so unimpeachable, massive and conclusive that the world, as far as possible, is convinced of the justification of my cause, the Germans’ cause, and the Entente is exposed and forced to annul Versailles…The German people and all of Europe must be saved from the stigma of Versailles by the scorned hermit and exile of Doorn! Thus, the path for return is cleared automatically. 4) Therefore, a) preparation of evidence for exposing and debunking the guilt lie through Jagow, colleagues, historians and lawyers etc. on the basis of post-1918 publications. b) Large-scale propaganda at home and abroad for kick-off (Niemann, Nowack books). c) Initiation of the campaign. d) Appeal to me. e) The felling of Versailles and demolition of the republic. f) Implementation of the 14 points.” Staining and rusty paperclip marks to upper left corner of all pages (affecting none of the writing), otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a German publication.

Nearly a decade after his forced abdication, the exiled German Emperor had not lost one ounce of his ambition to regain power and restore the monarchy. This exceptional letter to the former Kaiser’s property manager, Bruno Nitz, holds detailed plans for his triumphant return, hinging on the widespread resentment of the Treaty of Versailles’s War Guilt clause. From its inception, Clause 231, which placed full blame for starting World War I on Germany, was a source of intense controversy; viewed by Germans of all political shades as an insult to the nation’s honor, many Allied nations—America included—also felt that it was an unnecessarily vengeful, rather than reconciliatory, addition. Most historians view it as a strong contributing factor in pushing the country towards fascism, helping Nazi party build solidarity under an ‘us against them’ mentality. From his country house in Doorn, in the Netherlands, Wilhelm’s plan is get all involved nations to demand that their governments’ officially reject the clause; when they refuse to do so (which they inevitably will), the people will then appeal to Wilhelm to take control, “as their own leaders refuse to do so.”

“This is the moment for me to react,” he writes, plotting out the next steps, in which he will be meticulously prepared, compelling, and powerful.

Ending with “the felling of Versailles and demolition of the republic” and “implementation of the 14 points” (Woodrow Wilson’s original proposal for the peace treaty, focusing on free trade, open agreements, democracy and self-determination, with no attribution of blame and no call for reparations), it appears a masterful plan. Unfortunately, as the Nazis rose to power under a very different set of principles from his own, Wilhelm would find no place in the new German world; he would remain in Doorn for the rest of his life. An intensely passionate letter, this piece captures the undying ambition of the former Emperor, with a remarkably insightful view into post-World War I Germany and the years leading up to Hitler’s reign. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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499. Omar Bradley

500. Mark W. Clark

501. James Doolittle

502. Doolittle’s Raiders

503. Beroth B. Eggleston

504. Enola Gay

505. Enola Gay

506. Fighter Aces

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508. Enola Gay: Tibbets and Caron

509. Enola Gay: Paul Tibbets

510. Jedediah Huntington

511. George C. Marshall

512. Samuel B. Maxey

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507. Enola Gay: Tibbets and Beser

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513. Medal of Honor Recipients

514. Montgomery of Alamein

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516. Montgomery of Alamein

517. Montgomery of Alamein

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518. Colin Powell

519. Sterling Price

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521. Joseph G. Totten MB $100

515. Mountbatten of Burma

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522. Vietnam War MB $100

520. William S. Rosecrans MB $100

523. Oscar Westover MB $100

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space & aviation Scarce Apollo 11 Biological Isolation Garment patch

525. Apollo 11. Very rare 4˝ diameter Apollo 11 Biological Isolation

Garment patch featuring the embroidered Apollo 11 mission insignia.

This patch design was worn by the crew on their Biological Isolation Garments at recovery time and on their post-flight blue jump suits. In fine condition. Only a small number of these patches were produced and made available only to the crew and NASA employees. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

526. Neil Armstrong. Highly-desirable uninscribed color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Armstrong posing in his white space suit against a lunar background, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a few small creases, and the signature and image lightly, and uniformly, faded, with the colors remaining quite vivid. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Highly desirable uninscribed Apollo 11 crew portrait

527. Apollo 11. Choice uninscribed

color 10 x 8 official NASA lithograph of the Apollo 11 crew posing in their white space suits against a lunar background, signed in blue felt tip by Neil Armstrong, in black felt tip by Buzz Aldrin, and in blue ballpoint by Michael Collins. In fine condition, with a couple trivial bends to background. Apollo 11 uninscribed photos represent one of the most coveted prizes of space autograph collecting, with this being a particularly choice example. Precertified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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528. Neil Armstrong.

Commemorative cover with a cachet honoring the Apollo 11 mission, signed in blue ballpoint

by Neil Armstrong. Cover also bears secretarial signatures of Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

Scarce photo signed by Armstrong and NASA notables

529. Neil Armstrong.

Uncommon formal ballpoint signature, “Neil A. Armstrong, 3/25/02,” on an off-white 3.75 x 2 clipped slip. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I owned 1/2 of each of the above”

530. Neil Armstrong. ANS signed “Neil,” one page, 8.5 x

5.5, no date. Conclusion of a note about finances, including columns of purchase dates and costs. In part: “(I owned 1/2 of each of the above). 5) Letter from Keppler Assoc. I’ll talk to you about this later.” In fine condition, with a rough top edge and light creases. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

531. Neil Armstrong. Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of the Apollo 16

liftoff, signed in black ink by Neil Armstrong, NASA administrator Thomas Paine, and rocket engineer Rudolf F. Hoelker. Relatively unobtrusive horizontal crease, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Christmas greetings from the first man on the moon

532. Neil Armstrong. Christmas card from 1999 featuring a winter

scene, 4.5 x 6.5 closed, signed inside below a printed sentiment in red ink by the first moonwalker, “Carol & Neil Armstrong.” In overall fine condition, with a small area of dampstaining to the fold of the 1999 card, far from and not affecting the signature. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, filled out in Armstrong’s hand. Also includes an unsigned 1982 Christmas card from Armstrong with its original mailing envelope, as well as a reservation pass for Armstrong’s Wapakoneta homecoming on September 6, 1969. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 141

Striking Bibby prototype painting of the Mercury flight insignias 533. Cece Bibby. Original prototype painting of the Friendship 7, Aurora

7, and Sigma 7 mission emblems, entitled ‘Out of This World,’ acrylic on artist’s canvas panel, 14 x 11, hand-painted by Bibby, signed in silver ink by the artist, “Cece Bibby, © 2002.” In very fine condition. Bibby was the artist who originally designed and hand-painted these insignias onto the three Mercury capsules represented in the artwork. This work is the final prototype which was used to produce the 12 that would follow and be available to collectors. The edition was originally planned to be 15, however Bibby fell ill and was unable to complete them. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The New Nine at Canaveral Missile Test Annex 534. Group 2 Astronauts. Original color glossy 10 x 8 photo of ‘The New Nine’ Group 2 astronauts, signed in ballpoint and felt tip by Neil Armstrong, Charles Conrad, Tom Stafford, James McDivitt, John Young, James Lovell, and Frank Borman. Reverse bears a stamp that reads: “NASA-USAF, Nine New Astronauts at CCMTA, Unclassified.” In very good condition, with scattered surface creases and a few cracks to emulsion, and a small area of surface loss to lower left border. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

535. Samuel P. Langley. TLS signed “S. P. Langley,” two pages, 4.5 x 7, Smithsonian Institution letterhead, May 5, 1904. Letter to Mr. Carpenter. In part, “I have drawn up a statement of the experiments with the aerodrome and of the causes of its failure to fly, which the public so little understands, but I do not wish my language to be used, and desire that you may consider it only as supplying facts which you will embody in your own.” Both pages are affixed to a 12 x 9.75 scrapbook page along with a small photo, and a news headline and illustration. Two ALSs from Frank R. Stockton are affixed to the reverse. In very good condition, with some feathering and spreading to signature as well as scattered light toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Extremely scarce signature of the father of rocketry 536. Robert H. Goddard. Physi-

cist and inventor (1882–1945) credited with creating and building the world’s first liquidfueled rocket. Vintage fountain pen signature, “R. H. Goddard,” on an off-white 3.25 x 2 card bearing an affixed postage stamp honoring Goddard. In fine condition, with slightly trimmed edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Wright and his mechanic celebrate the 40th anniversary of flight 537. Orville Wright and Charlie Taylor. Commemo-

rative cover with a cachet honoring the 40th anniversary of man’s first flight, signed vertically on the left side in fountain pen, “Orville Wright,” and blue ballpoint, “Chas. E. Taylor.” Cover is postmarked Kitty Hawk, December 17, 1949. Dymo labels affixed to edges and slight skipping to Taylor’s signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The Glider King writes about Anschütz’s failed attempt to photograph him in flight, “the weather was too bad” 538. Otto Lilienthal. Extremely rare ALS in German, one page, lightly-lined, 8.5 x 11, impressive personal letterhead, August 14, 1894. Letter to Major Moedebe[c]k, the later publisher of ‘Aeronautischen Mitteilungen.’ In part (translated): “The artistic flight I have so much worked on, that there needs to be only a short introduction for the practical artistic flight with some illustrations…Herr Anschütz tried already to take photographs of me flying my aeroplane.

But unfortunately the weather was too bad.” In fine condition, with unobtrusive intersecting folds and a small split affecting the left side of the letterhead.

Designing his first glider, the Derwitzer, in 1891, Otto Lilienthal began an aviation career that would see over 2,000 flights and receive international recognition from legends in the field, including Wilbur Wright, who in 1912 wrote, ‘Of all the men who attacked the flying problem in the 19th century, Otto Lilienthal was easily the most important.’

Launching himself from an artificial conical hill near his home in Lichterfelde, he was able to catch the wind no matter which direction it blew, enabling him to achieve flight distances as long as 250 meters, a record that remained unbeaten at the time of his death in a gliding crash in 1896. Inspired by the albumen images of storks created

by Ottomar Anschütz, Lilienthal hired the photographer to capture his own flights; though unsuccessful in the account mentioned in this letter, Anschütz did take dozens of extraordinary shots of the aviator on other occasions. An exceedingly rare letter from one of the earliest pioneers of aviation. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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A momentary stop during his historic air survey: “We are very anxious to see some of the people who live in the vicinity where my father and grandfather came from”

539. Charles Lindbergh. ALS signed “Charles A. Lindbergh,” two pages, 5.5 x 8.75, Kungl. Automobilklubbens Hotell letterhead, Septem-

ber 16, 1933. Letter to Laurence Steinhardt, US Minister to Sweden. In full: “The authorization for landing at Leningrad came this afternoon. I have been unable to reach you by phone so I will outline our plans in this note. We expect to fly to Karlskrona tomorrow. We are very anxious to see some of the people who live in the vicinity where my father and grandfather came from. I hope that we may do so this time without also meeting the entire press. We would rather not meet people at all than do so in front of a battery of cameras and sentimentalists. We hope to spend a day or two at Karlskrona and in Skane; then fly direct to Leningrad. We have been in contact with the Norwegian minister and have received tentative authority to fly over and land in Norway. We will notify him of the exact time and route as soon as we can be sure ourselves.

We want you to know how much we appreciate all that you have done for us in Stockholm. We enjoyed greatly meeting the Legation staff and the other guests at the dinner at the grand hotel.” Impressively double-cloth-matted and framed with an image and nameplate to an overall size of 37 x 22. In fine condition, with an unobtrusive diagonal crease to lower right.

In the summer of 1933, Lindbergh and his wife made a lengthy scouting tour of Europe in their Lockheed Sirius, flying around Greenland, Denmark, Sweden, and Finland to survey air routes for Pan Am—then they went on to visit Leningrad, Moscow, Wales, Holland, Switzerland, Spain, and Portugal before departing from the continent for western Africa, where they prepared for what was to be a successful flight across the South Atlantic to Brazil. By the time they arrived home five months later, they had clocked 29,000 miles and been to 23 countries in one of the most remarkable air journeys of all time. While on the trip, Lindbergh decided to seek out his ancestral homeland and visited the house where his grandfather, August, had lived before fleeing for the US under accusations of bribery and embezzlement. An especially interesting letter as it combines his personal and professional lives, discussing both his genealogy and the course for the next leg of his journey. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

540. Mercury 7. Color limited edition 35 x 25 print entitled ‘Mercury 7’ done by artist George Bishop, numbered 1235/1500, signed in pencil by Scott Carpenter, Gordon Cooper, John Glenn, Wally Schirra, Alan Shepard, Deke Slayton, and Betty Grissom. A bit of dampstaining to the upper left border, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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America’s first astronauts 541. Mercury 7. Color vintage 10 x 8 photo of the Mercury astronauts posing in front of an Air Force jet at Langley on January 20, 1961, signed vertically in ink and ballpoint, “M. Scott Carpenter,” “Leroy G. Cooper,” “J. H. Glenn, Jr.,” “Virgil I. Grissom,” and “Walter M. Schirra.” Photo also bears a secretarial Alan Shepard signature and an autopen signature of Deke Slayton. Matted and framed to an overall size of 16 x 13.

Grissom’s signature a shade light, and some mild contrast to a couple other signatures, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Iconic image of man’s first flight

542. Orville Wright. Historic vintage 5 x 4 cardstock photo of the Wright

543. Orville Wright. Bank check, 8.5 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Wright, “Orville Wright,” payable to The Dayton Power & Lights Co. for $29.64, April 11, 1947. Central vertical fold and expected cancellation holes and stamps, with a significant area of stray stamp ink to the upper left, otherwise fine condition; the signature area is extremely clean and unaffected. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Brothers’ first flight, signed in the lower left in fountain pen. In fine condition, with trimmed edges and signature a shade light. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

The year of his first balloon ascension, the famous Italian aeronaut writes a hopeful letter to his father

544. Francesco Zambeccari. Pioneer Italian aviator (1752–1812)

who dedicated himself to balloon flight. Rare ALS in Italian, signed “Francesco,” one page both sides, 7.25 x 9, London, September 20, 1783. A lengthy letter to his father on his hopes to get a military commission in England. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and a trivial puncture to right side (barely affecting two words). RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 145

546. Buzz Aldrin

547. Buzz Aldrin

548. Buzz Aldrin

549. Buzz Aldrin

550. Buzz Aldrin

551. Buzz Aldrin

552. Apollo 9

553. Apollo 10

554. Apollo 12

555. Apollo 13: Kranz and Liebergot

556. Apollo 15

557. Apollo 15

559. Astronauts and Test Pilots

560. Felix Baumgartner

561. Blue Angels

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558. Apollo 17 MB $200

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562. Bob Cardenas and Don Borchers

563. Scott Carpenter

564. Scott Carpenter

565. Scott Carpenter

566. Scott Carpenter

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568. Challenger: Mike Smith

569. Clarence D. Chamberlin

570. Clarence D. Chamberlin

571. Alan Cobham

572. Michael Collins

573. Michael Collins

574. Gordon Cooper

575. Gordon Cooper

576. Cosmonauts

577. Joe Cotton and Al White

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579. Bill Dana and Pete Knight

580. Bill Dana

581. Charlie Duke

582. Early Aviation

583. Hugo Eckener

584. Pete Everest

585. M. A. Faget

586. Gemini 6

587. Gemini 7

588. Gemini 11

589. John Glenn

590. John Glenn

591. John Glenn

592. John Glenn

578. Albert Crews

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593. John Glenn MB $100

594. Fred Haise and Gene Kranz

595. Fred Haise

596. Fred Haise

597. Benson Hamlin

598. Jim Irwin

599. Jim Irwin

600. Chris Kraft

601. Gene Kranz

602. Frank Lahm

603. Jim Lewis

604. Jim Lewis

605. Liberty Bell 7

606. James Lovell and Frank Borman

607. James Lovell and Frank Borman

608. James Lovell and Frank Borman

609. James Lovell and Gene Kranz

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610. James Lovell

611. Ken Mattingly

612. Robert McCall

613. James McDivitt

614. Mercury 7: Original Candidates

615. Edgar Mitchell

616. Moonwalkers

617. NASA

618. NASA Flight Controllers

619. Pilots and SROs

620. Sally Ride

621. Stuart Roosa

622. Stuart Roosa

623. Wally Schirra and Bill Dana

624. Wally Schirra and Dee O’Hara

625. Wally Schirra

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626. Wally Schirra

627. Alan Shepard

628. Alan Shepard

629. Shuttle Candidates

630. Spacelab

631. SpaceShipOne

632. STS-107

633. Valentina Tereshkova and Alexei Leonov

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634. Valentina Tereshkova

635. Valentina Tereshkova

636. Valentina Tereshkova

637. Milt Thompson

638. Guenter Wendt

639. Guenter Wendt

640. Guenter Wendt

641. John Young

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art & literature Classic early American writers

642. 19th Century American Authors. Choice selection of

seven vintage ink signatures of prominent 19th century American authors on cards and sheets of various sizes. Signers are: Harriet Beecher Stowe, Henry W. Longfellow, Oliver Wendell Holmes, Lew Wallace, John Greenleaf Whittier, William Cullen Bryant, and Edward Everett Hale. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

643. Leon Bakst. Russian painter (1866–1924) remembered for

the exotic, richly colored sets and costumes that he designed for the Ballets Russes. ALS in French, one page, 5.25 x 7, personal letterhead, December 21, 1912. To a publisher, sending a manuscript on his early life and allowing any alterations to be made. In fine condition. A very attractive and bold example of a scarce autograph. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Large assemblage of painters, designers, and sculptors

644. Artists. Collection of 40 items, primarily consist-

ing of portraits and art postcards, each signed by the artist. Signers are: Bele Bachem, Arno Breker, Anthony Caro (ins), Eduardo Chillida, Bernd Engberding, Norman Foster, Ernst Fuchs, Albert Furst, Meinhard von Gerkan, Bert Gerresheim, Gunter Haese, Erich Hauser, Bernhard Heiliger, Alfonso Huppi, Konrad Klapheck, Andreas Kuhnlein, Yrsa von Leistner, Markus Lupertz, Hermann Nitsch, Georg Karl Pfahler, Otto Piene, Arnaldo Pomodoro, Paul Quick, Richard Rogers, Toni Schneider-Manzell, H. A. Schult, Lord Snowdon, Wolf Spemann, Norbert Tadeusz, Werner Tubke (2), Gunther Uecker (2), Oswald Matthias Ungers, Emil Wachter (2), Gunter Weseler, Paul Wunderlich, and two others. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“Poetry can be found in the flower and in straw” 645. Hans Christian Andersen. Beloved Dan-

ish author (1805–1875) best known for such classic fairy tales as The Ugly Duckling, The Red Shoes, and The Emperor’s New Clothes. AQS in German on an off-white 5.25 x 3.5 album page, signed “H. C. Andersen.” Andersen pens a literary quote, in full: “In der Blume, wie im Strohhalm kannst du eine Dichtung lessen,” translated, “Poetry can be found in the flower and in straw.” In fine condition, with a central vertical fold and trivial edge toning. A terrific aphorism penned by the preeminent fabulist that demonstrates his recognition of beauty in the quotidian, a quality reflected throughout his corpus.

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Stunning depiction of his iconic Statue of Liberty 646. Frederic-Auguste Bartholdi. Color vintage 5.5 x 3.25 cardstock photo of a scenic illustration featuring the sun rising behind the Statue of Liberty, signed in black ink, “F. Bartholdi,” below a brief untranslated sentiment in French. In fine condition, with slightly trimmed edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

647. Joseph Beuys and Jasper Johns. Influential German artist (1921–1986) and a central figure in the post-war European artistic consciousness, best known for his concept of ‘Social Sculpture’—art using language, thought, action, and object—to illustrate his idea of art’s potential to transform society. Uncommon ballpoint signature, “Joseph Beuys 15.7.1980,” on an off-white 8 x 10 album page, to which he has also added a small sketch of his trademark felt hat over the date. Adopting a felt hat, felt suit, cane and cargo vest as his standard look, Beuys and his hat are inseparable in the mind of the art community, making this an especially desirable piece. Also crisply signed in blue ballpoint by Jasper Johns, this is a magnificent pairing of two artistic greats. Page is also signed by Beuys’s family and three others. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“Your attacks and defenses are so jumbled together that I am hardly able to distinguish which is which,” writes the young Byron to a faltering friend 649. Lord Byron. ALS signed “Byron,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 7.25 x 9, August 7, 1811. Extensive, unpublished letter to his friend James Wedderburn Webster. In part: “I have received your indignant letter. As our subject was a Carriage why object to the presence of a Coachmaker?

Knowing you so well as I have done, my good friend, it is out of your power to offend me; I sincerely wish you well, in the capacity of my present or (as you style yourself) my ‘former friend.’ You make me of too much importance by this hint that you may be my future enemy…

Why defend me, my dear W.? Believe me, I am not worth a defence;—why attack me? when I have not provoked the assault? Your attacks and defenses are so jumbled together that I am hardly able to distinguish which is which….

If you have any thing more to say on Carriages, address it to the Coachmaker, if to me, you know my address.

But let your letter be in the language of a Gentleman, because, though I shall never feel myself degraded by the rashness of your expressions, the customs of the very bad world we live in, compel us to adopt foolish measures in consequence of intemperate expostulation.—You are not aware that my Mother lies dead in the very Chamber where you slept when I had the honour of your company at the Abbey. Think of my feelings, & Pause!”

In fine condition, with unobtrusive intersecting folds and show-through from writing to opposing sides.

Upon his return to London from his Grand Tour of the Mediterranean in mid-July of 1811, 23-year-old Byron had ordered a vis-à-vis carriage to be built by the coachmaker Goodall, which he then exchanged for a carriage belonging to James Webster, a longtime friend from his days at Cambridge. Strongly dissatisfied with the tattered lining of the vis-à-vis, Webster resold it to Byron and unleashed a series of angry and insulting remarks. Written just six days after his mother’s death, Byron sent this passionate reply, rife with the dramatic language for which he is remembered, calling into question the state of their friendship and attempting to reconcile. Unpublished in any collection of Byron’s correspondence, this is a highly desirable and emotional letter from the master Romantic. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000) 154 | December 11, 2013 | ART & LITERATURE

“If it means you are a communist if you are not resigned to see the Azul Division defend the democratic camp, then we are all communists”

650. Albert Camus. TLS in French, one page both sides, 8.25 x 10.5, Librairie Gallimard letterhead, November 12, 1953. Letter to Nancy MacDonald, chairman of Spanish Refugee Aid, Inc. In part (translated): “I read your letter and its comical assertion that I was one of the supporters of communism in France, on the very same day that a communist newspaper, yet once more, was insulting me. But this question goes far beyond my personal situation. I simply wish to note once more the incredible ignorance that well-intentioned Americans can show with regard to European questions. The large majority of Spanish refugees in France are anticommunists. Many among them are anarchists, and the Medway Committee is free to think that that is worse. But it cannot do so without holding that Tolstoy, Kropotkin, Bakunin, Proud’hon, and the rest, are thugs whose only dream has been to take down the Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor. You know as well as I do that Spanish anarchism is a school and a doctrine. It seems to me in bad taste to be unaware of the fact that it was anarchists who fought the first battle of the third world war against our common foe, and who, after their defeat, found themselves once more at our side against Hitler’s armies. If the Medway Committee can only help out refugees who are radical socialists or conservatives, then it may as well stop any and all work....if it means you are a communist if you are not resigned to see the Azul Division defend the democratic camp, then we are all communists, in the same manner you will later be liquidated by the true communists. But after all, you and your husband know this better than I.” Camus also added three small ink corrections to the text. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds and a couple tiny edge tears. Provenance: The James S. Copley Library Collection, Sotheby’s, 2010.

Two years after publishing The Rebel, the philosophical analysis of rebellion and revolution that clearly displayed his rejection of Communism, alienating him from many of his contemporaries in France and putting an end to his friendship with Sartre, Camus began to devote his efforts to a variety of human rights causes, including the Spanish Refugee Aid. With the defeat of Spain’s Republican Army at the hands of Francisco Franco in 1939, half a million Spanish citizens fled to France for safety; those who survived World War II—approximately 200,000—were given the status of political refugees, and while many assimilated into the French workforce, those unable to work were left helpless and destitute.

Founded by Nancy Macdonald in 1953, the Spanish Refugee Aid aimed to assist those still struggling, many of whom had fought with the Allied soldiers in the war. One of the SRA’s earliest supporters, Camus found himself in an interesting situation when confronted by the strongly anti-Communist Macdonald regarding his own political situation—seemingly unconvinced of his position, despite his frequent alignment with anarchist groups around the globe and his dismissal from groups of his Communist friends. A fascinating firsthand political commentary on the Spanish situation from the soon-to-be Nobel Prize winner—one of only a handful of Camus letters we have offered. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

651. Elias Canetti. Two untranslated letters both in German: ALS, one page both sides, 7 x 9, December 11, 1963, to Eva-Maria Demisch head of the arts section of the Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung; and a TLS, one page, 8 x 9.75, July 22, 1964, again to Demisch. One of the letters sends thanks for an article on his literary evening at Frankfurt. In fine condition, with intersecting folds to both and an office stamp to top of ALS. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Very low number limited edition of In Cold Blood

Desirable Pach Bros. image of the writer at his desk

652. Truman Capote. Signed book: In Cold Blood. Limited first edition, first printing of 500 copies (this being No. 11). NY: Random House, 1965. Hardcover with slipcase, 5.75 x 8.5, 343 pages. Signed on the colophon in blue ink. Autographic condition: very fine. Book condition: NF/None. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

Christie explains the origins of Mousetrap and mentions her most famous characters 654. Samuel L. Clemens. Crystal-clear vintage matte-finish 4 x 5.75 portrait of Clemens seated at his desk and holding a cigar, signed in the upper right in fountain pen, “Mark Twain, April/06.” Blindstamped in the lower right by the Pach Bros. photography studio of New York.

Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Crisply signed with his given name and pseudonym 653. Agatha Christie. TLS, one page both sides, 4.75 x 7, Winter-

brook House letterhead, November 19, 1971. Letter to an admirer. In part, “As to your queries about The Mousetrap it was first written by me as a radio play for a programme chosen by Queen Mary. Later I altered it to appear in a book of short stories, and finally I added extra characters and re-wrote it as a play; it was never a book. I have written 81 books in all now. Most of them have contained Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple, and about for or five with Tommy and Tuppence. Others have been straight thrillers with no particular detective involved.”

Matted and framed, so both sides may be viewed, with a portrait of Christie to an overall size of 13.25 x 10.25. In fine condition. A rare letter in which the renowned novelist mentions her iconic characters.

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655. Samuel L. Clemens. Ink signature, “Yrs truly, S. L. Clemens, Mark Twain, Feb. 1878,” on an off-white 4.75 x 1.75 slip. In fine condition, with a small tear to right edge (not affecting signature).

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

With his trademark wit, Twain makes restitution to the physician who treated him years earlier

656. Samuel L. Clemens. ALS signed “Sam’l L. Clemens,” one page, lightly-lined both sides, 5 x 7.75, October 26, 1870. Letter to Dr. Cardener.

In full: “How men do lose their tempers without any absolute necessity for it! Why, I send for that bill for St. Louis Mo., more than 3 years ago, & there never was a bill in the world that I would have paid with more alacrity or felt more as if I had got my money’s worth. I am very careless, heedless, forgetful, & all that, but never had any desire to defraud you from affording me intelligent & efficient relief on that needful occasion.

So you were all wrong when you got angry about it—it was fooling away good vigorous indignation that could have been used on some fellow that felt guilty, & then it would have had a deal more effect. However, if you enjoy getting out of temper, level it all at me—I don’t mind it. Newspaper abuse has made me callous, & so if I can be useful to you as a target, in further payment of a bill that has run so disgracefully long, my moral alligator-skin is at your service. But seriously I am a good deal more annoyed at this bill having run all these years than I am at your remarks.

I should hate to give a man my time & services in good faith & then have to wait 3 1/2 years for my pay. I can comprehend the situation.” A couple pencil notations to top, some light toning along folds on front of letter, and a small spot to one word of text, otherwise fine condition.

Clemens apparently consulted the aforementioned New York City physician, Iretus G. Cardner, before leaving the Big Apple in 1867. More than three years later, in October 1870, Dr. Cardner angrily contacted the author—who was surprised that the bill had not been paid. Clemens cleverly sent this message, proclaiming “there never was a bill in the world that I would have paid with more alacrity or felt more as if I had got my money’s worth” and granting the good doctor permission to take out any future aggression as a means of interest: “If you enjoy getting out of temper, level it all at me—I don’t mind it. Newspaper abuse has made me callous.” An ingenious retort that appeared in Volume 1 of the publication Mark Twain’s Letters. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Granting permission for his work to be published in a magazine 657. Jean Cocteau. Boldly

penned ALS in French, one page, 8.25 x 10.5, August 19, 1960. In this untranslated letter, Cocteau writes to Jacques Lepage, editor of a literary magazine in which Cocteau published several articles, giving him permission to publish a text. In fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

658. Salvador Dali. Signed book: Essays of Michel de

Montaigne. Limited edition of 1000 copies (this being No. 605). NY: Doubleday, 1974. Hardcover with slipcase, 7 x 9.75. Signed on the colophon in black ink, “Salvador Dali.”

Toning to pastedowns and first and last free end pages and scattered edge wear and surface loss to dust jacket, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

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659. Salvador Dali. Signed

book: Dali: A Study of his Artin-Jewels. Limited edition of 100 copies (this being No. 97). Greenwich, Connecticut: New York Graphic Society, 1959. Hardcover, 9 x 11.25, 67 pages. Signed at the bottom of the first free end page, “Salvador Dali 1959.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG+/None. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce Balzac letter reserving seats at the Theatre Historique 660. Honore De Balzac. Scarce

ALS in French, signed “de Bc,” one page, 4 x 5.25, August 31, [1848].

Letter to Paul Guerville at the “Theatre Historique.” In part (translated): “I kindly ask Monsieur Guerville to seat the persons holding this letter in the box he has promised me this morning.” In fine condition, with a central vertical fold.

Just the second Balzac letter we have ever seen. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

662. Arthur Conan Doyle. ALS signed

“A. Conan Doyle,” one page, 5 x 8, personal letterhead, February 18, 1916. Letter to Mrs. Anley. In full: “I lecture on Loos at H. Majesty’s Theatre on Sunday at 3:30. If you should be in town you would find my wife & a vacant chair in Box D. I’ve never found that M.SS. I shall write to your husband and grovel. My consolation is that since it is typed there is presumably a manuscript original somewhere. My history begins in The Strand in April and I hope I may make amends in that.”

In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds (vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature). Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Doyle’s hand. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

663. Arthur Conan Doyle. Ink signature, “A. Conan Doyle,” on an off-white 3.75 x 3 card. In fine condition, with mild toning to the left half. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Boldly penned letter from the versatile painter 661. Edgar Degas. ALS in French, signed “Degas,” one page on a 5 x 3 telegraph postcard, no date but postmarked March 6, 1900. Brief letter to Madame Milan. In full (translated): “Yes, I will have the pleasure of going to dinner at your house Saturday.” In very good to fine condition, with noticeable overall creases, a light block of toning to the right edge, and a tiny tear to the bottom.

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

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Revisiting his glory days on stage, Dickens’s Christmas Carol echoes in his holiday greetings: “God bless us all this coming Christmas, and give us Christmas thoughts!”

664. Charles Dickens. ALS signed “Wilmot,” one page, 4.5 x 7, black-bordered Gad’s Hill Place letterhead, December 5, 1863. Letter to Peter Cunningham. In part: “I am delighted to get the hearty letter of my old Will’s-Coffee-House friend, Le Trimmer; and again the shade of poor dead Middlesex crosses me, saying ‘Here’s Peter, won’t come on, you know!’—then in a ghostly manner, raps gold snuff-box, and fades into the other world…God bless us all this coming Christmas, and give us Christmas thoughts!, of which our letter is full, and so most welcome. My love to your good wife and you.” In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light soiling to top and bottom edges.

In May of 1851, Charles Dickens and Edward Bulwer-Lytton—the two best-selling authors of their time—put on their first production of Bulwer-Lytton’s play Not So Bad as We Seem to raise funds for their newly founded Guild of Literature and Art. They gathered an all-star cast of authors and artists and appeared before Queen Victoria, as well as all of London’s major critics, delivering a remarkable performance. Playing the lead role of Lord Wilmot, Dickens especially received rave reviews. In this wonderfully theatrical letter to friend Peter Cunningham, the Scottish writer and actor who played the role of Lord Le Trimmer, Dickens playfully revisits the legendary past performance. With the desirable closing allusion to his own Christmas Carol, this is a phenomenal letter touching on both his famous holiday novel and his active life in the theater. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $750)

“Surely the ‘Lady’ risks her credit, in publishing verses containing bad English, & mere nonsense, & praising it as ‘very beautiful’ poetry?”

665. Charles L. Dodgson.

Exquisite ALS signed “C. L. Dodgson,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, April 8, 1892. Letter to Thomas Gibson Bowles, founder and editor of British magazines The Lady and Vanity Fair. In part: “I quite see that you are not in a position to furnish me with the political fire-works I was in search of. May I suggest that the ‘Lady’ would do well (if the funds will stand it) to lay in a rather larger stock of capital italics? The proofs sent me are often thickly interspersed with :, instead of a capital letter, & I suppose the article has to wait, until some other portion of the paper has been worked off, that it may then borrow the types necessary. Also (a rather bolder suggestion, I fear) would you look at p. 457 (Ap. 7), at the three pieces of ‘poetry’ there published, and consider whether such publication is likely to raise the literary reputation of the paper? I say nothing of the ‘poetry’: that is a matter of opinion: but surely the ‘Lady’ risks her credit, in publishing verses containing bad English, & mere nonsense, & praising it as ‘very beautiful’ poetry? In the following quotations I put [B] for ‘bad English,’ & [N] for ‘nonsense’…line 5 from end—‘when thou wast lain in death’ [B]…line 2 from end—‘we raise a monument o’er whom neglect alone did follow’ [B]…What do you think of these specimens of modern poetry?…It cannot, I think, be good for the writers, to see themselves in type, before they can write their own language correctly.” In fine condition, with a few pencil notations (presumably added by the recipient). A remarkable letter demonstrating Dodgson’s keen literary sense and mastery of his craft. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500) | 159

Five years after the unveiling of his own Exposition-commissioned marvel, Eiffel prepares for Paris’s next world’s fair 666. Gustave Eiffel. ALS in French, signed “G. Eiffel,” one page, 5.25 x 8, personal

letterhead, December 5, 1894. Letter to Monsieur Picard, “Commissaire generale de l’Exposition,” in full (translated): “I would be grateful if you could grant me a meeting in reference to a question I have regarding my upcoming competition at the Exposition of 1900.” In fine condition.

Five years after opening his masterful Eiffel Tower to the public as the centerpiece of the 1889 Exposition Universelle in Paris, Gustave Eiffel was making plans for his involvement in the city’s next major fair. With fellow engineer Alfred Picard, who had written the definitive report on the 1889 Expo, in charge of the committee that planned the expo, the event showed a remarkable blend of innovative engineering feats and stunning artistry, highlighting among other things, the Pont Alexandre III, the first bridge in Paris to span the Seine in a single tremendous arch. While Eiffel’s participation was minor in comparison to 1889, he did create La Ruche—the beehive—as a wine pavilion for the Expo’s finest visitors, and led the committee that awarded a gold medal to Lavr Proskuryakov’s project for the Yenisei Bridge in Krasnoyarsk; and again, his Tower served as a popular feature, attracting another million visitors during the Expo’s run. An interesting letter regarding the follow-up event to the fair that put Eiffel’s name on the map. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

667. W. E. B. Du Bois. Influ-

ential black writer, educator, and civil rights activist (1868–1963) best known as the co-founder of the NAACP and author of The Souls of Black Folk.

TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.25, The Crisis letterhead, August 7, 1929.

Letter to a young collector. In part, “I am just home from my trip to the summer schools, and have your letter of July 18. I was very glad to meet you, and thank you for your kind words. I shall send you an autographed picture.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature and some light wrinkling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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668. Max Ernst. AQS in

German on an off-white 8.25 x 10.5 sheet, signed in cursive and in print at the conclusion, “Max Ernst (Max Ernst).” Ernst quotes from his poem ‘Das Schnabelpaar,’ in part (translated): “And then, when they let it rain again over Europe, over Kafkasia and Kafkamerica, after hatred spent in deafness and despondency and the fullest violence, instead of merry fellows and love and wisdom…My dear Mr. Schweighofer: here is a small specimen of my handwriting.” In fine condition, with various horizontal mailing folds.

Ernst originally illustrated this poem with eight lithographs and had it published by Ernst Beyeler in 1953. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Helping prepare new publications of lifelong friend Thomas Carlyle’s work, Emerson offers the famous d’Orsay portrait 669. Ralph Waldo Emerson.

ALS signed “R. W. Emerson,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 8 x 10, October 10, 1893.

Letter to James Monroe and Company in Boston. In part, “Mr. Sartain of Phila.a applied to me lately on the subject of Carlyle’s portrait, thinking I had a better one than the D’Orsay profile. I have that one, & also the full length sketch, a duplicate of the one you send me. Mr. S. wished it for Campbell’s magazine, & I suppose is now preparing one of the two for that work. Had you not better buy of him, than make a new engraving?

I am content to pay half the cost as you propose.” Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, small holes to second page, and some scattered light toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition.

Since their initial meeting in 1838, Emerson and Thomas Carlyle enjoyed a lifelong correspondence and friendship that would span nearly four decades. With a letter to Emerson in April of 1840, Carlyle sent the aforementioned portrait, recounting an interesting visit from the fashionable Parisian artist Alfred d’Orsay with comical detail, exclaiming, ‘the emperor of European Dandies pourtraying the Prophet of spiritual Sansculottism! He came rolling down hither one day, many months ago, in his sun-chariot, to the bedazzlement of all bystanders; found me in dusty grey-plaid dressing-gown, grim as the spirit of Presbyterianism.’ Over fifty years later, a decade after Carlyle’s death, Emerson still kept the portrait of his dear friend, suggesting it to James Monroe & Co. for a new publication. A lovely letter highlighting the famous literary friendship. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I doubt whether my opinion of any literary work would be worth anything at all” 670. Eugene Field.

American writer (1850– 1895) best known for his poems of childhood, including ‘Wynken, Blynken, and Nod’ and ‘Little Boy Blue.’ Miniscule ALS, one page, 2.75 x 4, January 20, 1886.

Letter to a woman reads, in part, “I am no critic at all. I doubt whether my opinion of any literary work would be worth anything at all. However, if you have a mind to send me the sketch you refer to I will be glad to read it and will tell you honestly what I think of it.” In fine condition.

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

671. Robert Frost. Signed book: Selected Poems. Later printing.

NY: Henry Holt and Company, 1923. Hardcover, 5.25 x 8, 143 pages.

Signed on the first free end page, “Robert Frost, Amherst 1924.” Autographic condition: fine, with a bit of scattered mild toning to signed page. Book condition: VG/None. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Rare autograph of the most famous French fabulist 672. Jean de la Fontaine. One of the most famous French poets of the 17th century (1621–1695) widely known for his collections of fables.

ADS in French, signed “de La Fontaine,” one page, 6 x 6.75, September 28, 1656. Handwritten receipt for Claude Lamblet. In full (translated): “I have received from Claude Lamblet, who resides in Iqui and who owns thirty-three acres of forests, for their use in the year 1657, the sum of sixty-six livres for the rights of entering and leaving the thirty-three acres of his property, and I declare he owes nothing more.” Lower portion bears a stamp from the collection of Pierre Jules Fontaine, who published a ‘Manuel de l’amateur d’autographes’ in 1836. In very good condition, with light scattered foxing and wrinkling, and first and second integral sheets affixed to each other (affecting nothing).

In 1647, La Fontaine assumed his father’s position as maître des eaux et forêts, a rangership in his native Château-Thierry, in which he oversaw the inspection of trees, removal of timber, and application of game laws. This document relates to the timber in Lamblet’s thirty-three acres, which were located in the nearby Vassy Forest. Although his life as a writer had not yet begun, La Fontaine’s experience in this position gave him great insight into matters of country life—knowledge that would later be incorporated into his folk tales and fables, proving vital to his literary career. Two stories clearly affected by these forestry days are ‘The Woodcutter and the Trees’ and ‘Death and the Woodman.’ An extraordinarily rare document from a crucial time in the writer’s life. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Rare full poem in Frost’s hand: “Tonight I will bark / with the great Overdog / That romps through the dark” 673. Robert Frost. Signed book: New Hampshire. First edition,

fourth printing. NY: Henry Holt and Company, 1924. Hardcover, 5.75 x 8.75, 113 pages. Opposite the first page, Frost pens a threestanza poem in black ink, signed and inscribed at the conclusion, “Robert Frost, for Thomas Ogden Amelia.” In full: “On a star-bright night / The great Overdog, / That Heavenly beast / With a star in one eye, / Gives a leap in the East. / He dances upright / All the way to the West, / And never once drops / On his forefeet to rest. / I’m a poor Underdog; / But tonight I will bark / with the great Overdog / That romps through the dark.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG-/None.

This poem was originally published as ‘On a Star-Bright Night’ in the New York Herald Tribune on March 22, 1925, later published under the title ‘Canis Major’ in West Running Brook—the latter title direct in its reference to the the subject of the poem, the constellation which Sirius—the brightest star in the night sky—calls home.

Replete with the elements of theme and style we associate with Frost—the rhyme scheme, rural outdoor setting, and focus on the solitary individual—this is a choice representation of his work. Suggestive of Whitman’s ‘barbaric yawp’ in the concluding lines, this scarce handwritten poem is an especially appropriate example of what vaulted Frost into the upper echelon of American poets. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

674. Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. German writer, scientist, and

philosopher (1749–1832) who takes a place among the central intellectual and artistic figures of his day. His poetry and dramatic works provided source material for Beethoven, Schubert, and Berlioz, among others. Manuscript address panel, 6.5 x 4, stamp-dated Weimar, May 9, 1827, signed in black ink

by Goethe to the right of his red wax seal. Panel is addressed to “Auctioneer Weigel, Wohlgeb,” with a notation regarding artwork being sent. In fine condition, with an office notation to the left side. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Hemingway check from the year of his first African safari, inspiration for The Snows of Kilimanjaro 675. Ernest Hemingway. Personal check, 6.25 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Hemingway, “Ernest M. Hemingway,” payable to First National Bank of Key West for $200.00, February 3, 1933. Nicely double-matted and framed in weathered wood with two portraits of Hemingway and a biographical plaque to an overall size of 26.25 x 22.25. In very good condition, with a central vertical fold, expected cancellation holes and stamps, with a couple stamps on both sides lightly affecting small portions of signature. Oversized. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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676. August Heinrich Hoffmann von Fallersleben. Ger-

man poet (1798–1874) best known as the author of ‘Das Lied der Deutschen’ (a.k.a.

‘Deutschland uber alles’), the national anthem of Germany. ALS in German, signed “HvF,” one page, 5.5 x 8.75, August 11, 1861. The poet writes to “My dear Heinrich,” accepting an invitation. In part (translated): “… arrive on Saturday, 17th August…

Just now, at 9 o’clock in the morning, I am leaving for Holzminden.” In fine condition, with scattered creasing. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“A sense of justice and fair play should be cultivated in early life.

It makes for the world’s peace, which Christian women should labor to promote” 678. Julia Ward Howe.

AQS on an off-white 5.5 x 7.75 sheet. Howe writes, in full, “The responsibilities of a mother are many and momentous. One of her important duties is to train her children to consider the advantage and convenience of others equally with their own. A sense of justice and fair play should be cultivated in early life. It makes for the world’s peace, which Christian women should labor to promote.” Signed at the conclusion, “Julia Ward Howe, May 8th, 1909.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered toning and creasing, and paper loss to lower right corner. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

679. Langston Hughes. American

677. Julia Ward Howe. Author, suffragette, dramatist, poet, and biographer (1819–1910), best remembered as the lyricist of ‘Battle Hymn of the Republic.’ Civil War–dated ALS signed “Julia W. Howe,” one page, lightly-lined both sides, 4.75 x 8, March 19, [1864]. Letter to a Charles K. Tuckerman of the editorial committee of Spirit of the Fair. In part: “I send a short poem for the Spirit of the Fair. If desired, I will send another…I have copied the fourth verse too near the third—this should be looked out for in the proof…best wishes for the Fair.” In fine condition, with trivial adhesive remnants to the left border (not affecting the signature or body of the letter). Accompanied by an unsigned original carte-de-visite portrait of Howe. The poem Howe refers to is ‘Victory,’ which was prepared expressly for Spirit of the Fair, a periodical published in conjunction with the New York Metropolitan Fair in May 1864. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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writer (1902–1967) best known for such works as Weary Blues and The Ways of White Folks.

TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, Hollow Hills Farm letterhead, May 22, 1941. Letter to a young admirer. In part, “Just before your letter came we had a very pleasant visit here at the farm from Dorothy Maynor who sang with great success this season on the coast…I hope you have had a chance to read my ‘The Big Sea’ by now and that you found it enjoyable. I am working on the second volume at present, a continuation which will carry the events of my life up to this year. It will not be published until late 1942 but I shall have a new book of poems ‘Shakespeare in Harlem,’ this coming fall.” Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, scattered foxing to edges, and a pencil notation to top left, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

A poignant letter of anguish over his son’s health 680. Victor Hugo. Un-

signed autograph letter in French, one page, 4 x 5.25, no date, but Paris circa 1872. A carefully penned letter written at two in the morning, to a female friend, “Alas, Madame, I will not see you this morning. My son has just been affected by a fever that has gone to his brain and I spend every moment next to his bed. Please excuse me and pray for me. Soon, I hope, I will have the honour and the happiness of presenting you my hommages.” A professionally repaired tear to the upper right quadrant, otherwise fine condition. Hugo’s last surviving son, François-Victor, fell ill in 1872 and lingered for over a year to die in December 1873.

Although apparently written in a formal style, it is very possible that this letter is addressed to his longtime lover Juliette Drouet, whom Hugo continued to address formally during their intense and intimate correspondence of over forty years (which would explain the lack of a signature). RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

Improving his letter with an original sketch to compete with “Presidents, Kings and Queens” 682. Will James.

Artist and writer (1892– 1942) best known for his work on the American West. ALS signed “Will James ’29,” one page, 7 x 10.25, August 29, 1929. Letter to a collector. In full: “Thanks for your good letter—I am sending you my autograph but it being so humble I don’t know how it will fit in with those Presidents, Kings and Queens which you have, so I thought I’d add on a sketch.” At the bottom of the page, James has added a nice ink sketch of a horse. Scattered creases, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Extraordinary oversized portrait of the Jungle Book author

Flawless portrait of the greatest dramatist since Shakespeare 681. Henrik Ibsen.

Revered Norwegian playwright and poet (1828–1906) whose works, including A Doll’s House and Hedda Gabler, made him one of the seminal figures in the forefront of modern drama. Choice original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet bust portrait of the spectacled and heavily whiskered playwright, signed in the lower right in black ink, “Henrik Ibsen.” In very fine condition, with a couple of news clippings affixed to the reverse. All autograph material of Ibsen is avidly sought, and signed images are particularly scarce. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

683. Rudyard Kipling. Distinguished vintage matte-finish 5.5 x

7.5 portrait of Kipling in profile, affixed to its original 9.25 x 12.5 J. Russell photographer’s mount, signed on the mount in fountain pen. In fine condition, with mount edges slightly trimmed. Kipling is scarce in signed photos of any type, and this is by far the largest we have ever offered. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Exceedingly rare postcard from the trip that inspired ‘The Aeroplanes at Brescia’—the first Kafka note we have offered

684. Franz Kafka. Rare ANS in pencil in German, signed “Dr. F. Kafka,” one page on a 5.5 x 3.5 postcard depicting Lago di Garda in Punta San Vigilio, postmarked September 14, 1909. Letter to Josefine Misek, in full (translated): “Just a last greeting before my personal obeisance.”

In fine condition, with postal cancellation passing through the text but not affecting readability.

Since their initial meeting in 1902 at Charles University, where both were students, Franz Kafka and Max Brod met almost daily, building their now famous literary friendship. Taking frequent trips together, the budding authors traveled to Italy in the fall of 1909, whence Kafka sent this postcard to Josefine Misek, his colleague at Workers’ Accident Insurance Institute. While in Brescia, they saw a spectacular airshow attended by the legendary Louis Bleriot; the next day, Kafka began work on his essay ‘The Aeroplanes at Brescia,’ a portion of which was published in the newspaper Bohemia later that month—one of his first published pieces. An extraordinarily rare piece with excellent biographic and literary associations, this is the first Kafka note we have ever offered. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

685. Fernand Khnopff. Belgian symbolist

painter (1858–1921). ALS, one page both sides, 4.5 x 3.5, black-bordered letterhead, 1900.

Untranslated letter to an unidentified recipient, mentioning the art magazine The Studio, and stating, “The design in question is not a ‘bookplate,’”with a small drawing incorporated within the text. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce letter from the author of Lady Chatterley’s Lover 686. D. H. Lawrence. ALS, one page on a 5 x 3.25 postcard, May 1, no year. Letter to a friend. In part: “Many thanks for your note. May we come in to tea, then, on Thursday, at about 4:30?

If it is all right, don’t trouble to answer, and we shall just turn up.”

Matted with an image of the author to an overall size of 14 x 8. In fine condition, with light toning and marks to edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Escaping his whip-cracking publisher in a humorous sketch 687. Alfred Kubin.

Austrian artist and occasional writer (1877– 1959), a member of the Blaue Reiter group, best known for his expressionistic illustrations for works by Poe, Dostoevsky, E. T. A. Hoffmann, and others.

ALS in German, signed “Kubin,” one page, 5.5 x 8.75, no date. Brief letter, in part (translated): “Some very good orders this time…also Gurlitt is trying to order eagerly from me. I think most of the financial crises is behind us.” The letter is highlighted by a detailed self-portrait sketch on the lower half, showing Kubin trying to escape from the gallerist and publisher Gurlitt. Central vertical and horizontal folds, a noticeable but unobtrusive tear to right edge, and slight show-though from a bit of writing to reverse, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

689. Thomas Mann.

Highly influential, Nobel Prize–winning German novelist and social critic (1875–1955). Signed book: Betrachtungen eines Unpolitischen (Observations of an Unpolitical Person). Limited edition of 150 copies (this being No. 142). Berlin: G. Fifcher, 1922. Hardcover, 5 x 7.5, 630 pages. Signed and numbered on the colophon in pencil by Mann.

Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG+/None. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Milne’s Christopher Robin grows up: “Got out of the Army last July, after 4 years in the Middle East and Italy”

Uncommon portrait of America’s first recipient of the Nobel Prize in Literature 688. Sinclair Lewis. Vintage

matte-finish 7.5 x 10.25 half-length portrait of Lewis seated, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen, “To Frank Jenkins, Sinclair Lewis, Dec. 17, 1937.” Also signed in pencil by the photographer. In fine condition, with scattered creases and signature a shade light. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

690. A. A. Milne. ALS, one page both sides, 5 x 6.75, Cotchford Farm

letterhead, 1949. Letter to a gentleman. In part: “Albert Rutherston (see Who’s Who, if you’ve never heard of him) has a wife Marjory who ran a furniture shop for some years up to 1942, by which time Hitler had killed it. She wants to get to work again, and wondered if there was any opening in the film world for a furniture expert—as I think she can claim to be. She asked me, who knows nothing about such things, so I said I would ask you…I could pass on your answer quite easily, whether it was a decided ‘no,’ or something a little more encouraging…How are you, and how is your boy? Mine got out of the Army last July, after 4 years in the Middle East and Italy, went back to Cambridge for a year, and is now looking for a job.” A rusty paperclip mark to the upper border and a few mild creases, otherwise fine condition. The Rutherston he mentions was a painter and illustrator. His son, Christopher Robin, upon whom the Pooh character was based, wanted to join the military when WWII broke out but failed the medical exam; the elder Milne used his influence to secure him a position with the second training battalion of the Royal Engineers.

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

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Direct from his wife: “I fear he will be unable to write much more, so you are fortunate in obtaining this autograph” 691. A. A. Milne.

Vintage glossy 3.5 x 4.75 photo of Milne resting his chin on his hand, affixed to an 8 x 10 mount, signed on the mount in blue ballpoint, “A. A. Milne.” A few creases to mount and some skipping to ink, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a transmittal letter from his wife, Daphne Milne, in part: “I am returning the photograph which my husband has managed to sign for you. The signature is very shaky because he is ill, and, except for his right hand, completely paralysed.

I fear he will be unable to write much more, so you are fortunate in obtaining this autograph”; also accompanied by an ink signature of Christopher Robin Milne. A decidedly uncommon item. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

693. Thomas Nast. Original 4 x 6.25 cabinet photo of Nast, boldly signed in the lower border in black ink, “Th: Nast, April 20, 1885.” Published by Sarony of New York.

Affixed to a same-size cardstock sheet. In very good condition, with some wrinkling to image, a repaired crack to lower left corner, and trimmed edges. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The Gone With the Wind author: “I hope that some parts of the description of the background brought you back to the South that you left years ago” 692. Margaret Mitchell. TLS, one page, 7 x 11, personal letterhead, January 29,

1937. Letter to an admirer. In part: “Thank you so much for your letter and thank you, too, for the letter ‘from the trenches’…I found the description of the Civil War dugouts of great interest. Of course I couldn’t help feeling a wicked pleasure over the more personal items of the letter, for they showed beyond a doubt that the people of our grandparents’ generation were just as prone to backbiting as are the unregenerates of this day. You were more than kind to write so fine a letter about ‘Gone With the Wind.’ I hope that some parts of the description of the background brought you back to the South that you left years ago.” In fine condition. A choice letter about her legendary Southern novel that acknowledges one of the elements that led to its popularity—the romanticized, nostalgic vision of her “grandparents’” South. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Lengthy and entertaining manuscript for famed French actor Sacha Guitry’s ‘The Letters of Mr. Pic’

694. Anna de Noailles. Romanian-French writer (1876–1933) friendly with the intellectual, literary, and artistic elite of the day including Marcel Proust, Andre Gide, Paul Valery, and Jean Cocteau; Rodin sculpted her portrait in 1906. Autograph manuscript intended to be published by the French magazine Le Courrier de Monsieur Pic, 13 pages, 10.5 x 8.25, no date. Manuscript is inscribed at the top, “À Monsieur Sacha Guitry, en témoignage de mon admiration [as a gesture of my admiration], Anna,” and is signed again at the conclusion, “Anna de Noailles.”

In part (translated): “I saw you, I spoke with you, I was charmed by your studied and courteous grace, yet you intimidate me! Nevertheless I have tackled all questions of interest to human thoughts with the most famous, diverse, revered persons and during these deferential discussions it was rare when I did not suddenly hear these interlocutors laden with glory, weighed down by years—sometimes by stoutness—and altitude call ‘mon petit’ [my darling]. This is the element of being shy but unhappy this expansive shyness reaches familiarity….

Why do you inspire in me this reserve that puts me in an awkward position? I think I found it; it is because you are particularly so elegant!...I have the same optimistic tendency, dear Mr. Pic, I have a positive outlook on the future. I believe in eternal things, in the sun and heavens splendors, in intelligence of mankind, in its kindness, in the curious and thinly veiled wisdom but at the end being certain of destiny.” In fine condition. Provenance: Sacha Guitry Collection.

Known as much for his social life as his prolific theatrical work—moving in Paris’s elite circles and marrying five up-and-coming actresses over the course of his career—Sacha Guitry enlisted his personal connections to create a short series of letters for his magazine, ‘The Letters of Mr. Pic.’ This lengthy submission from fellow socialite and writer Anna de Noailles, filled with fawning praise of the title character, offers a lighthearted counterpoint to much of her celebrated poetry, known for its ecstatic, often violent, and frequently tragic undercurrents. Exceedingly rare, this is only the second item we have offered from Noailles. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Parrish politely declines sending a sketch as “they invariably end up in the waste basket, and for very good reasons” 695. Maxfield Parrish. ALS, three pages on two adjoining

sheets, 5.75 x 7.75, December 18, 1924. Letter to a young admirer recovering from an illness. In part, “It is ever so good of you to want my autograph, but I shall feel decidedly out of place among all those kings and queens of yours, and all the other great people. I wish I could send you a sketch, but to tell you the truth I never make any; what corresponds to such things. I generally make in my head, or if by chance they set on paper, they invariably end up in the waste basket, and for very good reasons…How glad I am to get out of cities & come away off up here in the hills. The great silence is always new and friendly…It has always seemed that ‘life,’ so called, in the cities, was nothing more than vast quantities of people dressed in dark clothes, going from one place to another…I wonder where you will put me: I hope just as far as possible from a king. Could there be anything worse on earth than to be a king! And yet many want to.” In fine condition. A beautifully-penned example of Parrish’s humility. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“A moi ami, Picasso” 696. Pablo Picasso. Let-

ter in French by his wife, endorsed at t he co nclusion, “A moi ami, Picasso,” one page both sides, 8.25 x 5.25, October 8, 1957. Untranslated letter from Jacqueline Roque to Pierre Brune’s wife, Miette. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature. Accompanied by an unsigned telegram sent by Picasso. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $300)

697.

Pop Artists.

Collection of 20 postcards depicting different works of pop art, all approximately 4.25 x 5.75 or 5.75 x 4.25, each signed in ink by the associated artist, many inscribed. Signers are: Peter Blake (2), Erro (2), Richard Hamilton (2), Allen Jones (2), Alex Katz (2), R. B. Kitaj (3), Mel Ramos, Ed Ruscha, George Segal, Wayne Thiebaud (2), and Joe Tilson (2). In overall fine condition, with slight brushing to a few signatures. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

698. Katherine Anne Porter.

Pulitzer Prize– winning American writer (1890– 1980) best known for such enduring stories as ‘The Jilting of Granny Weatherall’ and the novel Ship of Fools. Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo, signed and inscribed in black ink, “For Joan Daves—Here I am, or was, last summer in my beach hat and on my balcony with my little trees—happy remembrance of your visit here—Katherine Anne, 18 June 1976,” also identifying the photographer, “This photograph by Paul Porter.” In fine condition, with a couple light creases to the left side. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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699. Ezra Pound. ALS signed

“Ezra,” one onionskin page, 7.25 x 10.5, January 21, 1972. Letter to Lester Littlefield. In full: “Thanks for the London. You heap generosity on generosity. You have always sent admonitions, have shown true friendship for Olga. Few people have noticed my interest in London.” Intersecting folds and light overall toning, otherwise fine condition. Littlefield was the Venice tenant of Olga Rudge, Pound’s mistress. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

700. Ezra Pound.

Crystal-clear vintage matte-finish 9.5 x 12 photo of Pound sitting in an elaborate circular chair, signed in fountain pen, “‘My chair,’ Ezra Pound, Venice 1963.”

Light edge dings and creases, and curling to vertical edges, otherwise fine condition.

Originally given to Lester Littlefield, the Venice tenant of Olga Rudge, Pound’s mistress. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Limited edition of King Arthur signed by the illustrator 701. Arthur Rackham. British artist and illustrator (1867–1939) best known for his Art Nouveau–influenced illustrations. Signed book: The Romance of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table. Limited edition of 500 copies (this being No. 247). London: Macmillan and Co., 1917. Hardcover, 9.25 x 11.25, 509 pages. Signed and numbered on the colophon in black ink by Rackham. Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG/None. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

702. Gerhard Richter. German artist (born 1932) whose works have achieved world-record prices at auction. Original signed and inscribed pencil sketch of three stars on an off-white 8.25 x 5.75 card, signed and inscribed in German offering Christmas greetings, and dated December 11, 1996. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

A stunning portrayal of Shaw’s Saint Joan: “This artist, so pure, spends the whole evening’s performance in the center of her own transparent fire which consumes everything around her” 703. Rainer Maria Rilke. Influential poet (1875–1926) who takes a place among the most highly regarded figures in early modern literature. ALS in French, signed “R. M. Rilke,” one page both sides, 7 x 9, no date. Letter to prominent Jewish author Edmond Fleg. In part (translated): “I am so sorry...not to see the Pitoeffs. I have so admired Madame Ludmilla Pitoeff in her role of St. Joan where she gave not only a full measure of her art but also of all her being, entirely devoted to the requirements of this major art. Legend has it that the salamander lives at the center of the flame. Likewise this artist, so pure, spends the whole evening’s performance in the center of her own transparent fire which consumes everything around her in order to create a burning space that is essential and intangible.” Central horizontal and vertical folds, mild toning to edges and fold, and show-through from writing on reverse, otherwise fine condition.

Pitoeff was a well-respected French stage actress known for her extraordinary stage presence—an attribute which clearly impressed Rilke, leading him to compose this poetic description of her performance as Joan of Arc in George Bernard Shaw’s Saint Joan, one of her most lauded roles. Rilke’s use of fire as an image throughout the letter is particularly interesting—burnt at the stake, it was fire that led to St. Joan’s death, and the extended metaphor is a superb example of a literary technique Rilke often employed. In fact, his poem ‘The Spanish Dancer’ is very similar in its use of fire to describe an especially invigorating performance. Exceptional in literary style and rarity, this is an especially desirable Rilke letter. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300) | 171

Stunning letter signed by Rodin and penned in the hand of Rilke, serving as the master sculptor’s secretary while he found his own poetic voice 704. Auguste Rodin and Rainer Maria Rilke. ALS in French, signed “Aug Rodin,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 6.5, November 27, 1905. Letter written in the hand of Rainer Maria Rilke to the wife of French Symbolist poet and art critic Gustave Kahn, regretfully declining an invitation received while he was away, and offering praise of her husband’s work. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light soiling, mainly to bottom blank portion.

By 1900, Rodin had solidified his position as the preeminent French sculptor of his day, earning roughly 200,000 francs a year from his work and attracting countless followers, including a young Rainer Maria Rilke. Venturing to Paris in 1902 in hopes of writing a monograph on the artist, Rilke found an unlikely mentor in Rodin, who showed him a new perspective that would dramatically transform his poetic style, resulting in the innovative and highly visual ‘thing-poems’ for which he is still remembered. To help the writer financially, Rodin hired him in 1905 for some secretarial work, in which capacity he penned this letter. Beyond his essay on Rodin, Rilke also wrote The Book of Hours during this time, along with a series of letters to 19-year-old Franz Xaver Kappus—ten of which would later become the famous Letters to a Young Poet. Beautifully penned in Rilke’s hand during the formative years of his literary life, and holding the signature of one of the most influential artists of all time, this is an extraordinarily desirable piece. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Russell encloses “literature concerning the recently formed Peace Foundation” 705. Bertrand Russell.

TLS, one page, 8 x 10, Plas Penrhyn letterhead, February 27, 1964. Russell writes to Miss Joep Verchagen in Rotterdam. In part: “I am…enclosing some literature concerning the recently formed Peace Foundation. It is our hope that we shall be able to secure very widespread individual financial support in the form of covenants of a set amount for a set period of time. This will be sought simultaneously with our accumulation of large sums. In this way, I am confident that we shall advance quickly towards the achievement of our more ambitious aims.” Mild handling wear with a few creases and wrinkles, otherwise fine condition. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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706. Bertrand Russell. TLS, one page, 5.75 x 8.25,

Bertrand Russell Peace Foundation letterhead, March 25, 1964. Brief letter to Mrs. Moritz Schlick. In full: “Thank you very much for your recent gift to this Foundation. We are grateful for your support.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

707. J. D. Salinger. Personal check, 6 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Erwin H. Jache, payable to J. D. Salinger for $912.55, October 8, 1973, endorsed on the reverse by Salinger, “For Deposit Only, J. D. Salinger.” In fine condition, with expected bank stamps (partially affecting but not detracting from signature).

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

In occupied Paris, Sarte urgently seeks the return of a ration card 708. Jean-Paul Sartre.

ALS in French, signed “J. P. Sartre,” one page, 4.5 x 5.5, no date, but postmarked Paris, March 7, 1944. Letter to Madame Lucie Ville in Paris. In part (translated): “Wanda has forgotten in the pocket of your coat his ration card and other documents.

Will you be kind enough to return them,” with Sartre stressing the urgency at the conclusion, “it loses 350 gr. of bread a day.” Reverse bears a self-contained mailing panel, addressed in Sartre’s hand. In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds and pencil notation to address panel. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

709. Friedrich Schlegel. Ger-

man poet, critic and scholar (17721829). Ticket, in German, for Count Reuß-Greitz for Schlegel’s “Lectures about the Philosophy of Life,” held “Monday and Thursday from 12 to 1 o’clock at the restaurant of the Roman Emperor near the Freyung,” in Vienna, dated March 12, 1827. Signed at the bottom in black ink by Schlegel. Scattered light toning and foxing and a cracked, but intact red wax seal, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

710. George Bernard Shaw.

Vintage mattefinish 3.25 x 5.25 postcard portrait of Shaw, bearing an ANS on the reverse in fountain pen, in full: “Here i s S eb a sti a n o considering how to tackle Allah Ackbar at Lepanto. I dedicate this to Edward Wellen.

G. Bernard Shaw, Ayot Saint Lawrence, 8 November, 1949.” In fine condition, with some brushing to ink. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Disputed royalties for You Never Can Tell 711. George Bernard Shaw. ALS signed “G.

Bernard Shaw,” one page on a 3.5 x 5.5 postcard, no date.

Letter to Arthur Maitland. In part: “The American Play Co. have now accounted to me for all the performances mentioned in your letter of the 18th Feb.; but they give the fee for the 3rd Jan. last (You Never Can Tell) as $100 instead of $150... my previous letters may have left you under the impression that they have not settled with me—as in fact they had not until this morning.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 173

“My Merzbau is a heap of ruins,” tells the influential German artist in an extraordinary handwritten timeline, “but the Museum of Modern Art…will help me to reconstruct it”

712. Kurt Schwitters. Scarce ALS, two pages both sides, lightly-lined, 5.25 x 7.5, October 10, 1946. Letter to Alexander Dorner, former curator of the Lower Saxony State Museum and head of the Kestner Society. In part: “1936. Helma traveled between Oslo and Hanover and went the last time 1939 back to Hanover. Then she was not allowed to go to Norway again, when war started. 1940. Ernst and I had to flee again to England. We lived merely in London. I had no connection with Helma…I had a one man show in Modern Art Gallery in London 1944. I painted all the time and did very nice small sculptures. On the exhibition came a telegram. Helma had died. Of cancer. I did not even know that she was ill. Later I heard, that all my property in Hanover has been bombed. My Merzbau is a heap of ruins. But the Museum of Modern Art, Director Sweeney, will help me to reconstruct it. I shall perhaps in March get permission to go to Hanover, I need a permit…In 25.3.47–18.5.47 shall be an exhibition collages In the Mus. of Modern Art NY. They will exhibit many of my collages…Now I would like to exhibit in USA soon also my very good oil pictures and sculptures. Where? Can you help me?” In fine condition, with a rough top edge.

Living in Hanover, Germany, through the first World War, Kurt Schwitters reinvented his artistic style into what he dubbed Merz, most frequently taking the shape of abstract collages made from fragments of found objects—an attempt at making aesthetic sense of the chaotic world around him while interjecting witty commentary on current events. After gaining widespread fame in 1919 from his exhibition at Der Sturm, he began to create his first Merzbau, a transformed interior space within his family house in Hanover. He had completed one room and just begun to expand, when he was forced to flee, having become a target of the Nazi party for his ‘Degenerate Art.’ Remaining in exile with his son Ernst, first in Norway, then in London, it was not until 1944 that he learned of his double loss: the death of his wife Helma, and the destruction of his beloved Merzbau in Hanover during an Allied bombing raid. Despite having suffered two strokes, Schwitters continued his artistic pursuits without pause; learning that he would be receiving a 1000-pound fellowship from MoMA in New York, he set to work on his newest space, the Merzbarn in Elterwater, at the start of 1947; he would continue until his death in January. An excellent account of the years of chaos from an immeasurably influential artist who, despite constant wartime struggle and interference, never stopped creating new work, always sought out by the world’s finest museums and galleries. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

“Sing, you young idiot: sing to the Lord; and don’t collect autographs” 713. George Bernard Shaw. ANS signed “G. Bernard Shaw,” one page, 5.25 x 4, May 8, 1924. Opinionated note to an autograph seeker. In full: “Sing, you young idiot: sing to the Lord; and don’t collect autographs. A certain conciseness in your letter has struck me to the extent of saving it from the fire. Now that you have got the autograph, take my advice and sell it. You are not the only fool in the world.” A central vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature and some scattered toning, otherwise fine condition. A humorous note demonstrating Shaw’s characteristic sharp wit. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 174 | December 11, 2013 | ART & LITERATURE

Pooh’s illustrator sends his signature 714. Ernest Shepard. English artist and

book illustrator (1879– 1976) known especially for his human-like animals in illustrations for Winnie-the-Pooh by A. A. Milne. ALS, one page, 5.25 x 5.5, December 4, 1958. Letter to a young woman. In full: “Edittia Roupell tells me that you would like to have my autograph. I am glad to be able to subscribe myself.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“My country, ’tis of thee, Sweet land of liberty” 715. Samuel Francis Smith.

AQS on an offwhite 3.75 x 2.75 card, signed “S. F. Smith,” and dated November 20, 1894. Smith pens the famous stanza from ‘America.’ In full: “My country, ’tis of thee, / Sweet land of liberty, / Of thee I sing; / Land where my fathers died, / Land of the pilgrims’ pride, / From every mountain side, / Let freedom ring.” In fine condition, with mild edge toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Heartfelt letter mentioning his first writing coach 717. John Steinbeck. ALS

signed “John,” one onionskin page, January 17. An effusive letter of thanks.

In full, “You are a good friend. I always knew it but now I am doubly sure. Thanks very much. Max told me how you covered for me.

I would do the same for you. It happens that it (was) not necessary but you didn’t know that and you covered any way. One day before too long I am going to make a special trip down with no other end in view except to go on that long walk you and I have been planning for—how long is it? Ten years? Thanks again Dave. Hope I can be of help to you some day.” In good condition, with paper loss to bottom and left edge not affecting text or signature, small tear to bottom blank portion of page, scattered wrinkles and creases, and several small smudges to text. “Max” mentioned in the letter is most likely Steinbeck’s longtime friend Max Wagner. Max’s wife, Edith, is credited for being Steinbeck’s first writing coach and Max later served as the inspiration in Steinbeck’s The Red Pony. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

716. Gertrude Stein and Alice B. Toklas. Signed book: Portraits and Prayers. Later printing. NY: Random House, 1934.

Hardcover, 6 x 8.25, 264 pages. “For Ban Fuller who will always be what he is which is a pleasure. Gertrude Stein 8/34,” and “Alice B. Toklas.” Autographic condition: fine, with a couple shades of light toning to signed page. Book condition: VG/None. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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From the Treasure Island author while “at sea” 718. Robert Louis Stevenson. Scarce and boldly

penned ink signature and inscription, “An autograph for Siegfried Rahn, from Robert Louis Stevenson, Feb. 19th 1893, at sea,” on an off-white 4.5 x 7 sheet. In fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds (vertical fold passing through last letter of his first name). Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

721. August Strindberg. Impor-

tant Swedish novelist and playwright (1849–1912) who takes a place among the most influential figures in the development of modern theater. ALS in German, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, May 2, 1898.

Untranslated letter to the publisher Wilhelm Jacobsohn regarding an anthology, the Scandinavian section of which he had been asked to edit. In part: “But first of all I wish to know whether this is to be a collection of previously printed pieces, or whether it will be an album of unpublished material. I do not anticipated that my honorarium will be excessive.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Strindberg’s hand. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce portrait of one of the greatest figures of world literature

719. Robert Louis Stevenson. Bank check, 8 x 3.25, filled out and signed by Stevenson, payable to A. J. Hale for £2.12.6, August 18, 1887. In fine condition, with several vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, and some mild edge toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“For this Life and Eternity, Trust in the Lord, And do good” 720.

Harriet Beecher Stowe. AQS on

an off-white 6.75 x 4.5 card, signed “Harriet Beecher Stowe, Feb’y 20, 1888.” Stowe pens a religious quote. In full: “A noble Life-Rule—For this Life and Eternity, Trust in the Lord, And do good.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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722. Rabindranath Tagore. Bengali poet, playwright, philosopher, and author (1861–1941) who became the first non-European to win a Nobel Prize (Literature) in 1913. Vintage matte-finish 3 x 5 portrait of Tagore sporting an unkempt beard, signed in the lower border in fountain pen. Mounted and matted to an overall size of 8.25 x 10.5.

In fine condition, with moderate silvering to borders of image. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Very rare book from Jonathan Swift’s library, with a beautiful signed quote by the famous writer 723. Jonathan Swift. Signed book: A Commentary Upon the Whole Booke of Judges. Preached First and Delivered in Sundrie Lectures. London: Imprinted by Felix Kyngston for Thomas Mann, 1615. Contemporary replacement hardcover, 7.25 x 11, 970 pages. Signed in ink on the title page, “Liber Johannis Swift non est mortale quod opto 1698” [translated: What I desire is not mortal]. Book also bears a presentation inscription on the second free end page, preceding the title page, “S. R. Mason. Presented by Dr. A. C. Webber January 1856. Cambridge, Mass.” Autographic condition: very good, with scattered moderate toning and foxing to signed page, not affecting the crispness or legibility of the signature, and a few ink notations. Book condition: G+/None.

For his part, the famed Puritan writer Jonathan Swift was both a historian who recorded the trials and tribulations of the 17th century, and a type of soothsayer who looked forward to comment on the problems that plague the 20th century. His various works, including Gulliver’s Travels, satirized Puritanism, but his works also focused on the centuries old problem of alienation. An ordained Anglican priest, Swift was known to fervently defend the Church of Ireland, while his works would later attack not only Puritans, but any religion he felt was in decline or led by men participating in ‘evil’ practices. To think—this copy of A Commentary Upon the Whole Booke of Judges was once part of Swift’s personal library, likely used as inspiration, or perhaps as a target of satire, by one the greatest writers of the Enlightenment Movement. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

“He lives so far apart from the world that he can pronounce no opinion as to the proposed matter”

Amongst a group of letters, an invitation to “join in the attack on the beef-steak pie”

724. Alfred Lord Tennyson. Third-person

725. William Makepeace Thackeray.

ALS, one page, 4.5 x 7, December 11, 1889. In full: “Lord Tennyson presents his compliments to Mr. Grey and begs to say that he lives so far apart from the world that he can pronounce no opinion as to the proposed matter.” In very good condition, with wear to central horizontal mailing fold (affecting one line of text), and some light toning and soiling. Precertified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Three ALSs to Emile Forgues, signed “W. M. Thackeray,” each one page, circa 1843.

The longest, in part: “I am only just arrived from an unlucky journey of 3 weeks in Holland & Belgium, during which I lost…a pocket book containing all my money…[and] the use of my right eye which is at present closed by an inflammation and replaced (outwardly) by a bandage which does not increase my beauty.” Another, in part: “A friend of mine an English artist has promised to…take a share of a bachelor dinner. It will give us great pleasure, if you will join in the attack on the beef-steak pie.” The third, in part: “I will call at your house…and shall be very glad indeed to make M. Gavarni’s acquaintance.” Intersecting folds (some folds passing through signatures), edge toning, and scattered staining, otherwise overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 177

Phenomenal three-page handwritten manuscript of ‘The Assabet,’ the first poem that Thoreau offered to the object of his unrequited love 726. Henry David Thoreau. Autograph manuscript of ‘The Assabet,’ three pages on two 7.75 x 9.75 sheets, July 18, 1839. Unsigned handwritten manuscript originally sent to Ellen Sewall, in which Thoreau pens all 12 stanzas of his poem. In part: “Up this pleasant stream let’s row / For the livelong summer’s day, / Sprinkling foam where’er we go, / In weather as white as driven snow; / Ply the oars, away! away! / Now we glide along the shore, / Plucking lillies as we go, / While the yellow sanded floor / Doggedly resists the oar, / Like some turtle, dull and slow. / Now we stem the middle tide, / Ploughing through the deepest soil, / Ridges pile on either side, / While we through the furrow glide, / Reaping bubbles for our toil. / Dew before and drought behind, / Onward all doth seem to fly, / Naught contents the eager mind, / Only rapids now are kind, / Forward are the earth and sky. / Sudden music strikes the ear / Leaking out from yonder bank / Fit such voyageurs to cheer / Sure there must be fairies here, / Who have kindly played this prank.” Professionally repaired central vertical and horizontal folds and some staining to edges, otherwise fine condition.

When 22-year-old Henry Thoreau met Ellen Sewall on July 20, 1839, he was immediately smitten. Visiting her grandmother and younger brother Edmund—the former being a boarder with Thoreau’s mother, and the latter a student at his new progressive grammar school—she arrived at a time when the young author was honing his poetry skills; having recently met Emerson and his circle of literary friends, he was urged to contribute essays and poems to The Dial, though poetry never became his strong suit. This poem, written two days prior to her arrival, most likely about one of his many boating trips with Edmund, was the first of many that he would send to her. The following year—unaware that his own brother John had already proposed to her, and that she had rejected him due to her strict Unitarian father’s dislike of the Thoreau’s transcendental beliefs—Henry proposed to Ellen, only to receive the same rejection. According to Walter Harding’s book, The Days of Henry Thoreau, Ellen recalled the reading aloud of some of Thoreau’s poems in a diary entry the following year, writing, ‘The favorite was ‘Up this pleasant stream let’s row.’ That is the first piece Henry gave me…I wonder if his thoughts ever wander back to those times when the hours sped so pleasantly and we were so happy. I think they do.’ Though Ellen went on to a happy marriage, Henry would remain single for the rest of his life. Though seemingly unpublished during his lifetime, three lines of this poem did appear in revised form in his famous book A Week on the Concord and Merrimack Rivers. This is the first poem—and the longest piece of handwritten material in any form—that we have offered from the renowned author, one of the hardest to find and most sought after figures in American literature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $2500)

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Virtually unobtainable handwritten fragment of a poem that deeply influenced the renowned artist’s work 727. Vincent Van Gogh. Dutch Post-Impressionist artist (1853-1890). He was a pioneer of Expressionism with enormous influence on 20th century art, especially on the Fauves and German Expressionists. Some of his paintings are now among the world’s best known, most popular and expensive works of art. Extremely rare unsigned handwritten poem fragment, four lines on a 2.75 x .75 clipped slip (with one line on the reverse), undated, but from van Gogh’s days as a theology student, circa 1876. The fragment, in French, a section of a poem entitled ‘Le Retour des Champs, a Francois Millet (Return from the Fields, after Francois Millet),’ reads, in full (translated): “He carries the scythe or the spade; On the shoulder he goes slowly; Dampening his dry chest; Of mist and smell of wheat.” Archivally-triple-matted and framed with an engraved plaque and a portrait of Van Gogh to an overall size of 21.5 x 16.25. In very good to fine condition, with some mild toning to the front, slight show-through from the line on the reverse, and two small mounting remnants to the reverse touching one word of text. Accompanied by a clipped certificate of authenticity from Charles Hamilton, who offered several fragments for sale years ago, complete with its red wax seal, from when the fragment was framed.

This leaf was most certainly originally included as a part of a friendship album belonging to Annie Slade-Jones, the wife of Congregational minister Thomas Slade Jones, which originally contained about sixty entries (approximately 180 pages) written during Van Gogh’s residence in England. According to the Van Gogh Museum, in 1980 the album was sold by Slade-Jones’s descendants at Sotheby’s for £550. It then changed hands again, and it seems that the Van Gogh pages were first removed, and then cut up into fragments.

Nearly as passionate about literature as he was about art, Van Gogh took great pleasure in sharing his favorite poems with friends and family in his lengthy letters. In late March of 1884, he wrote to Dutch painter Anthon van Rappard, a friend and mentor, sharing samples of the poetry of Jules Breton, noting, ‘if you don’t have them, I feel sure you will be greatly impressed.’ Well-known for his paintings of rural peasant scenes of the French countryside, which were among Van Gogh’s favorites, Breton also developed a strong reputation as a writer, publishing a book of poetry and several works on the art world of which he was a part. The poem excerpted here is a beautiful interpretation of fellow French painter Jean-Francois Millet’s painting ‘Return from the Fields.’

Along with highlighting the impact of Breton on Van Gogh, this piece brings to light the crucial influence of Millet’s work on the troubled artist. A pioneer in the ‘peasant genre’ that so deeply touched Van Gogh, Millet was the only major artist of the Barbizon School who displayed laborers as more than small elements in a larger landscape, presenting the realistic sentiments of peasant life as, what Van Gogh would call, ‘something on high.’ Struggling to find inspiration while committed at the Saint-Paul Asylum in Saint-Remy in 1889, Van Gogh created more than 30 interpretations of works by some of his favorite artists: twenty-one of these were of Millet’s. Regarding these pieces, which many hold as some of the finest in his vast body of work, Van Gogh explained, ‘it’s not copying pure and simple…It is rather translating into another language, the one of colors, the impressions of chiaroscuro and white and black.’

Van Gogh’s letters are virtually all in institutions, as are his poetry books and journal, making anything written in his hand nearly impossible to obtain; we have found fewer than a dozen such sold at auction over the last 30 years. This fragment, the seventh stanza of Breton’s poem ‘Return from the Fields, after Francois Millet,’ containing such vital relevance to the artists that inspired Van Gogh, is a truly extraordinary piece and sure to garner great international interest. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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One of Toulouse-Lautrec’s last letters 728. Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. ALS in French, signed “H. T. Lautrec,” one page, 4.5 x 7, Bordeaux, no date, but July 1900.

Lautrec writes to the famous actor and director André Antoine (1858-1943) to congratulate him on his being decorated with the Legion of Honour. Antoine, who created the important Theatre Antoine, is the subject of three lithographs and three drawings

by Lautrec. This is one of the last recorded letters in Lautrec’s general correspondence that is not written to a close collaborator or a member of his family. At this point, his health was so badly affected by his alcoholism that he would soon suffer a series of strokes at the young age of 36; he died fourteen months later in his family’s chateau, after spending the last semester of his life as an invalid. In fine condition, with subtle edge soiling. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Verne looks to the past and writes of an ancient custom 729. Jules Verne. French writer (1828–1905) whose classic novels, including Journey

to the Center of the Earth and Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea, helped lay the foundations for the science fiction genre. ALS in French, one page, 4 x 5.25, December 27, 1894. Letter to his nephew Raymond Ducrest, daughter of his sister Anna. In full (translated): “We’ve just received your letter and thank you for the good wishes you send us. We were very pleased by your sister’s visit with her husband. They were able to spend a few hours in Amiens. They’re our neighbors now and that makes us think that whenever your mother goes to visit them, she’ll be able to make a stop in the capitol of Picardy that the Ancients [the Ambiani, a Gaulish tribe] had the strange custom of calling Samarobriva [‘Somme Bridge’]. So come and see us, with your family, in Samarobriva, when your battery duties permit you a few hours off. We send you our best New Year’s wishes for you and your family and believe in the friendship of your old uncle.” After his signature, Verne adds a short postscript which reads, “You know that we saw your brother, the naval lieutenant, who was here at the same time as your uncle Paul.” In fine condition. A crisply-penned letter with Verne giving a subtle nod to the past which helped inspire his futuristic visions. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Voltaire offers high praise to an architect: “The King will use your rare talents for new masterpieces which will immortalize his century” 730. Voltaire. LS in French, signed “Voltaire, Gentleman ordinary to the King,” one page, 6.25 x 7.5, July 28, 1774. Letter to famous architect Jean Rodolph Perronet, written in the hand of his famous secretary, Wagniere. In full (translated): “You give me, Sir, a great desire to take the coach to come and see the Neuilly bridge. I would leave immediately if my eighty years and continual illness did not prevent me. It is sad to die without having seen the monuments which make one’s homeland illustrious. I thank you very sincerely for having had the goodness to have had the drawing of this fine work shown to me. I do not doubt but that the King will use your rare talents for new masterpieces which will immortalize his century and his reign.

I pray you to include me among the large number of your admirers.

The prints appear to me to be worthy of the bridge. You have filled me with sincere esteem and gratitude.” In fine condition, with light intersecting folds, small repair to paper loss to top right corner, and a couple spots of trivial soiling.

Perronet, famous for pioneering stone arch bridges, completed the Pont de Neuilly in 1774. The aesthetically pleasing five-arched structure crossed the River Seine, and its elegance in execution led some to call it the most graceful stone bridge ever built. Voltaire greatly admired this clean, simple style of architecture, while deriding Gothic architecture as ‘a fantastic compound of rudeness and filigree.’ His appreciation for Perronet as an artist is evident from this complimentary letter as well as an anecdote from near the end of his life—shortly after he had completed the play Irene, Voltaire found that one of his friends had altered several verses. During a visit with Perronet—and in a perfect example of Voltarian wit—he told the bridge builder, ‘Ah, M. Perronet, it is well for you don’t know him; he would add another arch to your bridge.’ A rare letter with terrific artistic content from the influential satirist. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

731. Frank Lloyd Wright. Signed book: The Story of the

Tower. First edition. NY: Horizon Press, 1956. Hardcover, 8.75 x 11.25, 130 pages. Signed and inscribed in white artist’s pencil on the first page, which also bears a printed Walt Whitman poem, “To Paul—with appreciation, Frank Lloyd Wright—/56” A sheet of New York Plaza hotel stationery is taped to the front pastedown, with a pencil inscription reading, “To Paul Grotz,” in an unknown hand. Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG-/None. Paul Grotz, art director and managing editor of Architectural Forum (and an architect himself), collaborated with Wright on several projects throughout his career, including an exhibition of Wright’s work in Milan, issues of the Forum that were devoted to his work, and the formatting of this book.

A lovely book with an interesting professional association.

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Scarce larger portrait of the master architect

732. Frank Lloyd Wright. Rare vintage pearl-finish 8 x 10 head-and-

shoulders photo, signed and inscribed in black ink, “To the Ken Brownes, F Ll W, 57.” Scattered creases and surface marks, otherwise fine condition.

Any portrait of Wright is quite uncommon, particularly in 8 x 10s. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Eager and anxious, the writer of King Kong awaits a German production of his play 733. Edgar Wallace. British novelist,

playwright, and journalist (1875–1932) who produced popular detective and suspense stories. Autograph manuscript, signed at the conclusion, “Edgar Wallace,” three pages, 7.5 x 10, [December 11, 1928]. Very vivid reflection on stage and film and art in general and about Berlin, where the writer was staying to attend a performance of his play ‘The Squeaker,’ which at the same time, premiered on Broadway, under the title ‘The Sign of the Leopard.’ In part: “It is two o’clock in the morning and very cold. Does Berlin ever go to sleep? It is the most restless and yet the most restful city in the world. It has the hum of London but there are times when London is quiet and the streets are deserted but in Berlin the night revellers going home meet the early risers going to work…there will be snow I think—I can smell it in the air. I suppose I should be wise and go to bed. But to leave a play that is three parts written is very difficult for me. Still I can get up early in the morning. I wonder how ‘Der Zinker’ will be received? The company is an excellent one, but it is curious to listen to your own play in a language which you cannot understand. And yet it is fascinating to listen to these rich German voices and watch the actors move and gesticulate…It is eight o’clock in New York, the curtain is up on the premiere of ‘Der Zinker’ (they call it ‘The Sign of the Leopard’ there)…How hard everybody works and how serious they are…They work hard on the stage and in the studios…there were two or three English actors in the cinema-studio I visited this afternoon. They were sorry that the film was finishing…Bed is a nice place but that wedge shaped bolster under your head is an abomination…What was the name of that young German actress?…Very lovely…I wonder how she would film?…God in plus fours…art has many expressions.” Scattered toning and foxing, otherwise fine condition. The Squeaker was one of Wallace’s most popular stories, being adapted to film on four separate occasions—it is the story of a mysterious fence whose criminal opponents found themselves arrested or killed by snake venom. Wallace writings, particularly mentioning his works, are highly desirable. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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734. Authors

735. James Baldwin

736. Vicki Baum

737. Samuel Beckett

738. Samuel Beckett MB $100

739. Stephen Vincent Benet

740. Vicente Blasco Ibanez

741. British Artists

742. Frances Hodgson Burnett

743. Edgar Rice Burroughs

744. Henri Cartier-Bresson

745. Children’s Authors

746. Noel Coward

747. Countee Cullen

748. Roald Dahl

749. Roald Dahl

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750. Otto Dix

751. Jules Feiffer

752. Edna Ferber

753. Edna Ferber

754. Zona Gale

755. Allen Ginsberg

756. Gunter Grass

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757. Keith Haring

758. David Hockney MB $100

759. Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr

760. Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr

761. Julia Ward Howe

762. Elbert Hubbard

763. Fannie Hurst

764. Aldous Huxley

765. Eugene Ionesco

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766. Washington Irving

767. Philip Johnson

768. H. R. F. Keating

769. Stephen King

770. Klabund MB $100

771. Edwin Landseer and Lawrence Alma-Tadema

772. John le Carre

773. Elmore Leonard

774. Vachel Lindsay

775. Charmian London

776. Amy Lowell

777. Archibald MacLeish

778. Norman Mailer

779. Edwin Markham

780. Reginald Marsh

781. Frans Masereel

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782. Peter Max

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784. Edna St. Vincent Millay

785. Arthur Miller

786. Henry Miller

787. William Mulready

788. Thomas Nast

789. Thomas Nast

790. LeRoy Neiman

791. LeRoy Neiman

792. Richard Neutra

793. Eugene O’Neill

794. John Osborne

795. Dorothy Parker

796. Pulitzer Prize Drama

797. Anne Rice

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783. H. L. Mencken

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798. Mary Roberts Rinehart

799. Mary Roberts Rinehart

800. Norman Rockwell

801. Norman Rockwell

802. Norman Rockwell

803. Romain Rolland

804. J. K. Rowling

805. Maurice Sendak

806. Ernest Thompson Seton

807. Ernest Thompson Seton

808. Dr. Seuss

809. Richard B. Sheridan

810. Alan Sillitoe

811. Harriet Beecher Stowe

812. Albert Payson Terhune

813. Anthony Trollope

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814. John Trumbull MB $100

815. Leonard and Douglas Volk MB $100

818. Andy Warhol

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824. Kate Douglas Wiggin MB $100

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817. Andy Warhol MB $100

819. Andy Warhol

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820. Andy Warhol

816. Andy Warhol

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821. Benjamin West MB $200

822. James Whitcomb Riley

823. John Greenleaf Whittier

825. Thornton Wilder

826. Tennessee Williams

827. Tom Wolfe

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comic art & animation The first Buck Rogers cartoonist

831.

Cartoonists. Original vintage signed ink sketches on individual off-white 4.5 x 2.5 album pages. Sketches are: Andy Gump

by Sidney Smith; Happy Hooligan

by Frederick Burr Opper; and Sad Sack by George Baker. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

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832. Cartoonists. Four origi-

830. Dick Calkins. Artist (1895–1962) best known as the first per-

son to draw the Buck Rogers comic strip, beginning in 1929. Original vintage signed pencil sketch of Wilma Deering on a yellow 4.5 x 5.5 album page, signed and inscribed, “To Pete, Best regards, Wilma Deering. Lt. Dick Calkins, World’s Series, 1935.” In fine condition, with scattered creases. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

nal signed felt tip sketches of famous cartoon characters on individual FDCs, each signed by the artist. Sketches are: Beetle Bailey by Mort Walker; Marmaduke by Brad Anderson; Dennis the Menace by Hank Ketchum; and Tiger by Bud Blake. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Vibrant 1957 Disneyland Hotel menu, signed by its namesake 833. Walt Disney. Original

beautifully illustrated Disneyland Hotel tri-fold children’s menu from 1957, measuring 7 x 5 closed and opening to a size of 21 x 5, featuring delightful images of Dumbo and Tinkerbell inside as well as a map of Disney’s ‘hub’ on the back cover, prominently signed on the front in bold blue ballpoint, “Walt Disney.” In fine condition. A positively exquisite memento from Disneyland’s second year in existence. Pre-certified Phil Sears COA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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834. Walt Disney. Scarce vintage crayon

‘block letter’ signature and inscription, “To Jane Clair—With my best wishes, Walt Disney,” on an off-white 7.75 x 9.25 card bearing affixed magazine photos of Donald Duck and Mickey Mouse. Card is affixed to a slightly larger off-white sheet. Mild scattered toning and soiling, and the affixed Donald Duck covering an insignificant portion of the inscription, otherwise fine condition.

Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Phil Sears, who notes that this is a late 1930s signature in Disney’s rarer ‘block’ style. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

836. Matt Groening.

Futurama Comics to Infinity comic book, 6.5 x 10.25, from the 2013 San Diego Comic-Con, signed on the inside front cover in black felt tip, “Matt Groening, July 15, 2013, adding a great sketch of Bart Simpson above his signature. In fine condition. This particular comic was an SDCC exclusive. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

837. Illustrators. Vintage fountain pen signatures of Rose O’Neill, Harrison Fisher, and Bradshaw Crandell on individual off-white 4.5 x 2.5 album pages. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

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838. Chuck Jones. Color 835. Disney: Bill Justice. Fantastic original signed pencil sketch of numerous Disney characters on an off-white 6 x 8 sheet, signed in the lower right, “Bill Justice.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 10 x 12.25. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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glossy 10 x 8 photo of the cartoonist at an event, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “Chuck Jones, for Richard, 12/25/94.” In fine condition, with a few surface impressions from an initial attempt to sign with a faulty pen. RR Auction COA.…

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839. Bob Kane. Batman: Legends

of the Dark Knight Stories comic book, May 1997, 6.5 x 10.25, signed on the front cover in blue felt tip. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

842. Stan Lee. Silver Surfer comic book, #9, dated October of 1969, signed on the front cover in black felt tip. Encapsulated in a plastic CGC Signature Series holder, grading the comic a “5.0.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

843. Stan Lee.

840. Hank Ketcham. Origi-

Two comic books, one Amazing Spider-Man and one Spectacular Spider-Man, each signed on the front cover in black felt tip. In fine condition. RR Auction COA .…(MB $100)

nal signed and inscribed felt tip sketch of Dennis the Menace on an off-white 8.5 x 11.5 cardstock sheet, signed and inscribed, “For John’s pal, Jim! xxx Dennis, Hank Ketchum.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

844. The Simpsons.

841. Stan Lee. Amazing Spider-Man comic book, #384, December 1993, 6.5 x 10, signed on the front cover in black felt tip. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Original pencil production sketch of Homer Simpson on an off-white 12.25 x 10.25 sheet.

Usual animators’ markings and a few light creases, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

A classic title with an adorable Snoopy sketch 845. Charles Schulz. Signed book: Happiness Is a Warm Puppy. First edition. San Francisco: Determined Productions, 1962. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.75 x 5.75. Signed and inscribed in black felt tip on the first free end page, “For George, Charles M. Schulz,” adding a charming full-length sketch of Snoopy sitting in a patch of grass. Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG-/VG. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) | 191

An uncommon Charlie Brown sketch in his biography 846. Charles Schulz. Signed book: Good Grief: The Story of Charles M. Schulz. First edition, first printing. NY: Pharos Books, 1989. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6.25 x 9.25, 256 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page in black felt tip, “To Grace, with every best wish, Charles M. Schulz,” adding a great sketch of Charlie Brown. Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG+/VG+. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

847. Charles Schulz. Signed book: Happy Birthday, Charlie Brown.

First edition. NY: Random House, 1979. Hardcover with dust jacket, 10 x 9.25, 160 pages. Signed and inscribed in blue felt tip on the first free end page, “For Emily and Joel with every best wish—Charles M. Schulz.” Some slight spreading of ink to signature and inscription and scattered wear and toning to dust jacket, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

848. Rudolph Wendelin. Original signed ink sketch of Smokey Bear on a 6.5 x 3.5 FDC with a cachet honoring Pueblo art, signed in ink, “Smokey, Rudolph Wendelin, his artist (ret).” Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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849. The Simpsons. Original pencil production sketch of Lisa

Simpson playing with a robot on an off-white 12.25 x 10.25 sheet of animation paper. Usual animators’ markings and faint erased remnants of an image of Homer Simpson, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

classic music Planning a performance of one of his most famous works—Wozzeck 850. Alban Berg. Austrian composer (1885-

1935). TLS in German, one page both sides, 5.25 x 8.5, blind-stamped personal letterhead, August 6, 1930, with several corrections and additions in Berg’s hand. Letter to Heinrich K. Strohm, the director of the Stadttheaters Aachen, about a planned performance of his opera ‘Wozzeck’ on the occasion of the ‘Music Festival of the International Society for Contemporary Music.’ Berg expresses regret in being unable to leave his work on ‘Lulu’ to attend Liege and Amsterdam, and wishes Strohm and his institute, Pella, “(the conductor Paul P.)” the best. He continues (translated): “It is in my own interest that if this is shown to an international musicianship, my primary work, which as so far been limited to German, that it be done in a representative way, and in a way corresponding to how I experienced this myself in Aachen!” In fine condition, with small newspaper caption affixed to bottom of reverse, and some light show-through from text on reverse. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

851. Maria Callas. Vintage glossy 6 x 8 head-and-shoulders photo, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To Don Smith, very cordially, Maria Callas 1964.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 12.25 x 14.5. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

852. Maria Callas. Theatre National de l’Opera program for La Tosca, March 5, 1965, 8.25 x 10.5, signed inside below her image in black felt tip. Also signed in blue ballpoint by Tito Gobbi. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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853. Maria Callas.

Hand-addressed envelope, 4.25 x 2.75, filled out in Callas’s hand to “John Robinson, High Bank House, Hawks Hill, Bourne End, Buckinghamshire, London.” Two postage stamps honoring Prince Rainier III of Monaco are affixed to the left side. In very good condition, with overall creases and edge tears. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

856. Enrico Caruso. Crisp vintage fountain pen signature, “Enrico Caruso, N. Y. 1906,” on an off-white 2.75 x 1.5 card. In fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

Choice portrait as the Duke of Mantua in Verdi’s Rigoletto 857. Enrico Caruso. Su-

854. Enrico Caruso. Vintage glossy 3.25 x 5.25 photo of Caruso in a white Fedora, signed in fountain pen. Photo is affixed to the closing of a letter, dated June 1913, which is affixed to a 7 x 6 album page.

In very good condition, with light to moderate contrast to signature, and scattered surface marks. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Extremely rare check from the Italian tenor 855. Enrico Caruso. Bank check, 5.5 x 2.75, boldly signed

by Caruso, “Enrico Caruso,” payable to J. B. Regan for $391.93, February 7, 1913. In fine condition, with barely noticeable cancellation cuts (a couple slightly affecting the signature) and a few bank notations. This is the very first Caruso check we have ever offered.

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

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perlative vintage 3.25 x 5.25 postcard photo of Caruso as he appeared in Rigoletto, boldly signed in black ink, “Enrico Caruso, Stuttgart 1913.” In fine condition. Arias from Rigoletto were amongst Caruso’s earliest recordings.

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

858. Pablo Casals and Leopold Stokowski.

861. Geraldine Farrar.

Two items: cardstock 3.75 x 4.75 photo of Casals, signed in black felt tip, “Pablo Casals, 1991”; and a vintage fountain pen signature, “Leopold Stokowski,” on an off-white 8.5 x 3.25 slip clipped from the close of a letter. In overall fine condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds passing through the Stokowski signature. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

859. Feodor Chaliapin. Renowned Russian opera singer (1873–1938) regarded as the foremost bass of his era. Vintage 5 x 7.25 booklet photo of a reproduction Mishkin photo of the singer in his greatest role as Boris Godonov, signed in fountain pen, “F. Chaliapin.” In fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

860. Georges Enesco. Program

for the Ford Sunday Evening Hour, presented on April 10, 1938, four pages, 4.25 x 7.25. Signed on the front cover in fountain pen, “Georges Enesco 1938.”

In fine condition, with punch holes to left edge and some mild edge toning.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Huge vintage matte-finish 15 x 19 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “With every good wish to Vivian from Geraldine Farrar, New York 1914.” Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 23 x 27.5. In fine condition, with a crease to top right corner. Oversized. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

862. Niels Gade. Eminent Danish composer and conductor (1817– 1890). Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite bust portrait of Gade, boldly signed and inscribed in German at the bottom in black ink to Professor Bernuth and dated September 1878. Published

by Hansen & Weller of Copenhagen.

In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

863. Paul Hindemith. Glossy 6.5 x 8.25 photo of Hindemith with his conductor’s baton, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “Paul Hindemith, for Hans Tack.”

Scattered creases, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

864. Composers. Collection of six untranslated autograph notes and ANSs,

each on the composer’s personal visiting card, most measuring 3.75 x 2.75. ANSs are from Georges Auric, Jules Massenet, signed “J. M.,” and Ambroise Thomas.

Autograph notes are from Alfred Bruneau, Gabriel Faure, and Camille Saint-Saens.

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

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865. Andre Jolivet. French composer

(1905–1974). ALS in French, signed “Andre,” one page both sides, 8.25 x 10.75, Comedie Francaise letterhead, no date, but postmarked June 6, 1957. Untranslated letter to musicologist Vladimir Fedorov about his teacher Edgar Varèse, who he visited to provide his deep affections with a clear form and acquire the necessary means of expression. In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Jolivet’s hand. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

866. Marcel Mihalovici. French composer

(1898–1985) who studied under Vincent d’Indy. AMQS on an off-white 6 x 9.5 sheet, signed and inscribed in French at the conclusion by Mihalovici, and dated Paris, November 10, 1958. Mihalovici pens seven cycles of seven staves from the Andantino from “Etude en 2 Parties.” Includes an ALS from Mihalovici, one page, 8.25 x 10.5, transmitting the musical quote. In fine condition, with a trimmed left edge. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Mihalovici’s hand. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

868. Joseph Joachim.

867. Jan Kubelik.

Choice vintage 3.5 x 5.5 real photo postcard portrait of Kubelik, boldly signed in the lower border in fountain pen. Blindstamped in the lower right by the photographer, Lehky of Brno. In fine condition.

RR Auction COA.…

(MB $100)

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

He was a close associate of Johannes Brahms, who wrote a number of works (including the Violin Concerto) specifically with Joachim’s talents in mind. ALS in German, one page, 5.5 x 8.5, May 21. Untranslated letter to “Mrs. Schwabe,” thanking her for an invitation and apologizing that all his children will be back at school on the day of the event. In fine condition, with a small ding to left edge. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

Handsome sketch of his unfinished choral work for Isaiah 43:25—one of only a handful of AMQSs we have had from the prodigious composer 869. Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy. Auto-

graph musical manuscript, one page both sides, 7.75 x 8, no date. Unsigned choral sketch in which Mendelssohn pens a score for the words ‘I am he that blotteth out thy transgressions for mine own sake’ (Isaiah 43:25), consisting of ten staves of music and lyrics.

The composer’s brother-inlaw, Wilhelm Hensel, has penned a note confirming authenticity in the upper right. In fine condition, with scattered foxing and toning, and mounting remnants to reverse edges. Described on page 422 of the new Mendelssohn Bibliography (MWV, 2009) in section Z3 as ‘Skizzenblatt 4.’ Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

German music publisher’s guestbook featuring a huge Strauss quote from ‘Helena’

870. Musicians. Attractive guest book belonging to music publisher Otto Furstner, 11.5 x 9.25, with alligator skin covers, silver corner pieces, and lettering on the front which reads, “Unsere Gaste.” Furstner has gathered about 60 entries including AMQSs, poems, and signatures. Among the musicians found inside are: Richard Strauss, with a fine large autograph musical quotation (four bars of music) signed and inscribed “DRichard Strauss […] Helena II. Akt, Berlin, 17. Oktober 1926,” predating the premiere and including the motif of Helena’s “supreme beauty”; Hans Pfitzner, one bar AMQS dated November 12, 1925; George Szell, combining themes from ‘Der Rosenkavalier’ and ‘Palestrina,’ dated November 12, 1925; Mark Lothar, four bar AMQS with a notation reading, “Einer, der sehr beschämt in dieser Reihe steht,” and dated July 19, 1930 and December 27, 1930; Mitja Nikisch, eight bar AMQS with an inscription which reads, “Dem lieben verehrten Herrn Fürstner zu Erinnerung an den 8. Januar 1935”; Erich Wolfgang Korngold with an empty hand-drawn stave and a notation which reads, “Siehe Seite vorher!,” and inscribed, “Herrn Otto Fürstner in freundschaftlicher Verehrung”; and Max Butting, single bar AMQS inscribed “Gemeinsame 5.

Häuser bedingen das gerechtes System,” along with a signature of his wife. Other signatures include Max v. Schillings, Barbara Kemp, Luzi Korngold, William Boosey adding a poem, Leonie Furstner, Wolfgang Furstner, Friedrich Lachmann, Hans Voss, Tina Debuser, Hans Pfitzner, Agnes Rosen, Leonie Furstner, Johannes Oertel, Mark Lothar (adding a poem), Corry Nera (adding an eight-line poem), Hans Mahner-Mons (adding a small sketch), Franz Strauss, Alice Strauss, Richard Strauss, Barbara Din, Hans Detlef Winterfeldt and Tanja Winterfeldt. Binding has become detached from spine, and light wear to covers, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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874. Adelina Patti.

Highly acclaimed 19th century soprano (1843– 1919). AQS on an offwhite 6.5 x 4 album page.

Patti writes, “True art endures for ever, and the true artist delights in the works of great minds.” Signed at the conclusion, “Adelina Patti, San Francisco, March 20th, 1885.” Missing two corner tips, slight surface loss to left edge, and a uniform shade of mild toning, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by an original unsigned cabinet photo by Mora Studios of New York. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

871. Moritz Moszkowski.

Well-respected pianist and composer (1854–1925).

Untranslated ALS in French, one page, 4.75 x 7.75, June 1885. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

872. David Oistrakh.

Russian violin virtuoso (1908– 1974). Vintage glossy 4.75 x 7 head-and-shoulders portrait, signed and inscribed in Russian in fountain pen, and dated September 18, 1955.

In fine condition, with a few trivial surface bends and creases. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

Remarkable image of the composer at work 873. Sergei Rachmaninoff. Distinguished pianist and

composer (1873–1943) who takes a place among the last great figures of the Russian romantic school. Scarce vintage matte-finish 10 x 8 photo of Rachmaninoff at work on a score, neatly signed in fountain pen, “Sergei Rachmaninoff, 1940.” In fine condition, with a few trivial creases. Perhaps this image depicts him while composing his Symphonic Dances, which he finished in 1940—his last completed work. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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875. Giacomo Puccini. Colorful 5.5 x 3.5 postcard for La Boheme, featuring an image from Act II on the left side, signed in fountain pen “Giacomo Puccini.” In very good condition, with scattered toning and soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

During his second creative drought, Rimsky-Korsakov leaves St. Petersburg 876. Nikolai RimskyKorsakov. LS in Ger-

man, signed “N. RimskyKorsakov,” one page, 5.25 x 8.25, May 1892. Letter to Mr. Navratil in Prague about a document that is not in his possession.

In part (translated): “In answering as soon as possible your letter I have to let you know that the document you are talking about never reached me nor was in my possession. I have to add that I will leave St. Petersburg in the coming days for a longer period of time.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rossini celebrates the 500th performance of his masterwork, William Tell 877. Gioachino Rossini. Rare vintage 2 x 3.5

photo, affixed to a 4.25 x 6.25 mount, engraved in French, (translated): “February 10, 1868 / 500th Performance of Williarn Tell / Grateful Remembrance,“ and inscribed in another hand to “Mr. Houstache,” and signed at the bottom, “G. Rossini.” In fine condition, with a mild block of overall toning from previous display. Rossini attended the 500th performance of his classic in 1868 at the Paris Opera. A magnificent tribute to Rossini’s grandest, and final, opera. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

In a letter to Patti, Rossini adds a playful musical quote designed to not test her vocal prowess 878. Gioachino Rossini. AMQS and

sentiment in French, signed “G. Rossini,” on an off-white 11 x 7 sheet, dated February 16, 1864. Rossini inscribes to “Ma bonne Adeline,” Adelina Patti. In full (translated): “Nothing is easier for me than to jot down a thought on this sheet, a thought that keeps running through my head, to cherish you as an adorable creature, to admire your dazzling talent, to be your friend forever.”

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

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879. John Philip Sousa. Vintage ink signature, “John Philip Sousa, 1911,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2.25 card. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“I want to tell you that I have finished a little piece for your new Bulletin of I.S.C.M. ‘Music of Our Time’” 880. Arnold Schoenberg. TLS,

one page on a 7 x 5.75 sheet of airmail stationery, February 13, 1948.

The composer writes to writer and editor Rollo H. Myers. In full: “I want to tell you that I have finished a little piece for your new Bulletin of I.S.C.M. ‘Music of Our Time.’ It is about three and a half typewritten pages. I will send it probably in one or two days, by Air mail.” Trimmed bottom edge, folds, wrinkling, and a few marginal edge tears, and show-through from printing on reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Three bars from his Second Chamber Symphony presented to a military officer 881. Arnold Schoenberg. Austrian-born composer (1874–1951) whose development of the “twelve-tone” system proved to be one of the most far-reaching innovations in the history of 20th century music. AMQS on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card, Schoenberg pens three bars from his Second Chamber Symphony, signed and inscribed, “From Second Chamber Symphony To Lieutenant Commander (S) A. R. Davis Cordially Arnold Schoenberg February 1946.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Choice portrait of the ‘Waltz King’ accentuated with a musical quote 882. Johann Strauss.

Eminent Viennese composer (1825–1899), known as the ‘Waltz King,’ best known for such all-time favorites as ‘The Beautiful Blue Danube’ and the ‘Emperor Waltz,’ and for the operetta staple Die Fledermaus.

Beautiful original 2.5 x 5 gilttrimmed carte-de-visite photo

by A. Moll of Vienna, signed in a special area in the lower border in black ink, “Johann Strauss,” adding a three-bar AMQS from an unidentified work. In fine condition, with a small tack hole to bottom border.

Strauss is uncommon in signed photos, particularly of this quality. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

883. Gaspare Spontini. Italian opera composer and conductor (1774 -1851), extremely celebrated in his time, though largely forgotten after his death. ALS in French, signed “Spontini,” one page, 7.75 x 6.5, April 2, 1824. Untranslated brief letter to an unidentified recipient. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, pencil notations to top left, and a uniform shade of mild toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Desirable musical quote from the German romantic 884. Richard Strauss. AMQS on a lightly-lined 7.5 x 3 slip, signed “Richard Strauss.” Strauss pens six bars of an unidentified work. Affixed to a slightly larger slip. In fine condition, with a couple unobtrusive vertical folds (one passing through a single letter of the signature). Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Extremely rare uninscribed portrait of Tchaikovsky 885. Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Esteemed Russian composer

(1840–1893) whose colorful, dramatic, and expressive works represent the epitome of the Russian Romantic tradition and take a place among the most beloved staples of the concert repertory. Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet bust portrait, signed at the bottom of the image in black ink, “P. Tchaikovsky, 7 Juin 1893.” Published by a Russian studio. In fine condition, with scattered surface scuffing, erased notation in lower border, and mounting remnants to reverse. Tchaikovsky signed photos are fantastically rare, and this is the first uninscribed example we have encountered. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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contemporary music Late 70s band signatures including the scarce Bon Scott 886. AC/DC. Vintage felt tip signatures, “Bon AC/DC,” “Angus Young AC/

DC,” and “Malcolm Young,” on an irregularly trimmed 5 x 3.5 off-white sheet.

Due to Scott’s tragic death in 1980, items signed by the legendary vocalist are exceptionally rare and highly sought after among rock collectors. In fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce signed portrait of the resilient jazz great 887. Chet Baker. Tragic jazz

great whose intimate playing style established him as a great talent until his drug-related death in 1988. Glossy 5 x 8 photo of Baker holding his trumpet, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “Thanks John, Chet 84.”

In fine condition, with some scattered light creases, none affecting signature or inscription, and a few light spots to finish.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

From their autumn 1963 UK tour 888. Beatles: George Harrison. Vintage

semi-glossy 6 x 8 cardstock publicity photo of the Beatles, signed on the reverse in blue ballpoint, “George Harrison.” Scattered creases and a professionally removed tape stain to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks, stating that the signature dates to late 1963.

The photo was originally included as an insert in the autumn 1963 Beatles UK tour program.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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889. Beastie Boys.

Color 24 x 36 poster, signed in black felt tip

by Ad-Rock, MCA and Mike D, adding “Free James Brown,” and a couple of other small notations. Also signed in silver ink by DJ Hurricane. Tack holes and small tears to corners and some scattered edge creases and dings, otherwise fine condition. Rolled.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

Exceptional set of signatures from the ‘Lads from Liverpool’

890. Beatles. Vintage black ballpoint signatures, “George

Harrison,” “Ringo Starr,” and “Paul McCartney,” and a blue ballpoint signature and inscription, “To Frank, Best wishes, John Lennon,” on two adjoined light green album pages measuring 8.75 x 4 overall, with small captions affixed next to each name. Pages are removably suede-matted and framed with a photo of the band to an overall size of 16.25 x 16.75. In fine, clean condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

Fab Four signatures from the Juke Box Jury taping in December of 1963 891. Beatles. Vintage ballpoint sig-

natures, “George Harrison,” “John Lennon,” and “Ringo Starr,” on an off-white sheet, with McCartney’s signature added

by John Lennon. Sheet is also signed

by Juke Box Jury host David Jacobs.

Double-matted and framed with a photo of the band and Jacobs on Juke Box Jury and a small plaque to an overall size of 18.75 x 15. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, passing through a few letters of signatures, four small blocks of tape toning, and some mild creases.

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Choice set of Fab Four signatures circa 1964 892.

Beatles.

Vintage ballpoint signatures, “George Harrison” and “John Lennon” on a beige album page; “Beatles, Ringo Starr,” on a light blue album page; and “Paul McCartney,” on an o ff - w h i t e a l b u m page. All three are double-matted and framed together with a glossy group photo and a small plaque to an overall size of 17.75 x 22. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold to Starr’s page, and some creasing to the Harrison/Lennon page. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

Rare band-signed classic Dezo Hoffmann fan club card 893. Beatles. Fantastic original vintage 1963 Beatles fan club card, 5.5 x 4.25, featuring the famous Dezo Hoffmann ‘seated collarless’ portrait of the band, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Alison, love from the Beatles, Paul McCartney,” “John Lennon,” “George Harrison,” and “Ringo Starr.” In fine condition, with a light bend to lower right corner and some scattered light foxing. Accompanied by certificates of authenticity from Tracks and Beatles expert Perry Cox, and two letters from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, one being a letter of authenticity, dating the signatures from late 1963/early 1964, and the other appraising the photo. A particularly rare and highly sought after image, as most of these were signed by secretaries and sent out in the mail. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000) 204 | December 11, 2013 | CONTEMPORARY MUSIC

Desirable uninscribed example 894. Beatles. Vintage circa mid-1963 to early 1964 ballpoint signatures, “George Harrison,” “John Lennon,” “Paul McCartney,” and “Ringo Starr,” on a cream-colored 3.75 x 5.25 album page. In very good condition, with unobtrusive intersecting folds passing through signatures, and toned tape remnants to upper corners. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

Unusual early photo of the band in bowler hats, obtained after a show in Blackpool in 1963 895. Beatles. Vintage 7 x 9.5 magazine photo taken from the

July 13, 1963, issue of Pop Weekly, showing the band sitting on a flight of stairs, , each wearing a bowler hat, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To Pam, Love, Paul xxx,” “To Pam, George Harrison xx,” “To Pam, Ringo xx,” and “John Lennon.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds and the last couple of letters of Ringo’s signature a bit light due to decreased ink flow. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the woman who originally obtained the signatures, which reads, in part, “I distinctly remember getting the autographs at the Imperial Hotel Blackpool when the Beatles stayed there; they performed a concert at the ABC Blackpool on 14th of July 1963. I remember being thrilled to meet them (I was sixteen at the time) and asking them to sign over their pictures which they readily agreed to do.’ Also included is a letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, a certificate of authenticity from Tracks, and a copy of the issue from which the photo was taken.

An adorable portrait of the band, and the first example of this image we have seen. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000) | 205

Exceptional group photo signed backstage in November 1963 896. Beatles. Choice vintage glossy 6 x 7.75 publicity photo of the Beatles on the deck of The Salvor, signed in blue ballpoint by John Len-

non, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Roger Epperson/ REAL, as well as copies of letters of provenance from the original recipient, who won a contest that allowed her backstage to their concert in Cambridge, England, on November 26, 1963. One letter, in part: “I was fortunate enough to meet the Beatles backstage at one of their concerts...the signatures on the Beatles photograph were signed in person by all four of the Beatles whilst in my presence.” The other, in part: “I was lucky enough to win a competition to meet The Beatles at one of their many gigs...They were really lovely to all the winners happily signing and posing for photographs and ever since the performance I have treasured these items.” Also includes copies of the letters informing her that she won the contest. Taken by Peter Kaye in late September of 1962, this became one of the band’s most famous photo shoots, contrasting their neat suit-and-tie looks with the rough appeal of the Liverpool docks. Signed just over one year after the photo was taken, this is a spectacular image with every desirable quality—it is early, uninscribed, and in extraordinary condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000) 206 | December 11, 2013 | CONTEMPORARY MUSIC

The legendary songwriting duo sign their first souvenir song book 897. Beatles: Lennon and McCartney. Vintage Fabulous

Beatles Souvenir Song Album, 8.25 x 11, 27 pages, signed on the back cover, featuring a group photo of the band, in blue ballpoint, “Paul McCartney xxx,” and “John Lennon xxx.” In very good to fine condition, with scattered creases to the covers, just a bit of irregular ink adhesion to signatures from glossy finish on the covers, and some light handling wear. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Scarce color 1964 Beatles postcard signed in Amsterdam 898. Beatles: John Lennon.

Desirable color 5.75 x 4 Dutch postcard photo of the Beatles, signed on the reverse in black ballpoint, “John Lennon.” In fine condition, with light scattered soiling. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks, stating that the autograph was obtained in Amsterdam on June 6, 1964, while the the group was staying at the Doelen Hotel—it was during this time that Jimmie Nicol stood in for Ringo. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

899. Beatles: McCartney and Harrison. Vintage tour program from The Beatles 1963 tour with Roy Orbison, 8 x 10.25, signed inside in blue ballpoint next to their individual photos, “Love, Paul McCartney,” and “Love from George Harrison xxx.” Program is also signed and inscribed

by Gerry Marsden of Gerry and the Pacemakers. A light brush to end of McCartney’s signature, a central vertical fold (also passing through a single letter of McCartney’s signature), and light creasing and handling wear, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a glossy 10 x 8 photo of McCartney and Harrison in very fine condition, as well as a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and a letter of provenance from the husband of the woman who originally obtained the signatures, who met the Beatles through Gerry Marsden. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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900. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Ink signature, “Paul

McCartney,” on an off-white 5 x 4 card. In fine condition.

Accompanied by a handwritten inscription and sentiment from McCartney, “To Brent, Cheers!,” on a separate 5 x 2.75 off-white card. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

901. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Ticket for a Christmas party to

be held at the Grand Hotel, Manchester, England, on December 29, 1962, 4.5 x 3, signed on the reverse in black ink, “Paul McCartney.”

In very good condition, with moderate to heavy overall creases and some light soiling. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks, stating that the Beatles did not attend the party, and McCartney’s signature dates to early 1963. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Trademark Hofner ‘violin’ bass signed in person

902. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Beautiful left-handed sunburst-finish Hofner ‘violin’ or ‘Cavern’ B-Bass HI-Series bass guitar, beautifully signed on the pearloid pickguard in blue felt tip.

In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from noted Beatles expert Frank Caiazzo, in which he writes, “This signature was obtained in person in 2003. Paul McCartney signed Hofner left handed bass guitars are very rare and also extremely desirable.”

Oversized. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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Signed backstage in 1975

904. Beatles: Paul and Linda McCartney. Wings in Concert

903. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Book photo of McCartney holding the hand of a child and a newspaper, trimmed to a size of 6.5 x 10.5, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

program for their 1975 Australian tour, 8.25 x 11.75, signed on the first page in blue felt tip by Paul and ballpoint by Linda, who adds “Love” and a small sketch. Central vertical bend, scattered creases, and some splits to spine, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks, stating that the autographs were obtained at Myer Music Bowl, Melbourne, Australia, on November 13, 1975, by a member of the backstage security staff. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The delighted patriotic songwriter reacts to Nixon’s reelection: “The Republican Convention closed with a chorus of ‘God Bless America,’ which touched me deeply” 905. Irving Berlin. Two TLSs to Gerald G. Wag-

ner of the United Nations Association, each one page, 7.5 x 10.5, personal letterhead, 1971–72.

The first, signed “Irving Berlin,” December 1, 1971, in part: “Enclosed are…copies of the program and the U. N. Song. Other than what you and Leon Leonidoff told me, I have heard of how well the song was received which, of course, pleases me.” The second, signed “Irving,” November 21, 1972, in part: “Mrs. Berlin and I did indeed hear the President’s speech and, of course, I was delighted with the ‘God Bless America’ ending…I don’t know whether you know that the Republican Convention closed with a chorus of ‘God Bless America,’ which touched me deeply. I take it for granted that you, along with millions of other Americans including Mrs. Berlin and myself, are delighted by Nixon’s ‘four more years.’ By the way, did you know that this phrase was the title of the second campaign song I wrote for President Eisenhower? The first was ‘I Like Ike.’” In overall very fine condition. A fantastic pairing of letters from American culture’s foremost nationalist icon mentioning his greatest work. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Radiant portrait of the country legend

906. Patsy Cline. Lovely vintage glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo, nicely signed in fountain pen, “Best wishes, Patsy Cline.” A slightly trimmed top edge, two collector’s notations to bottom border, light border soiling, and a few scattered light surface marks and creases, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Cochran’s book report on a Pulitzer Prize winner

908. Eddie Cochran.

Dynamic, pioneering rock ’n’ roll musician (1938–1960), best known for his hit ‘Summertime Blues,’ who met his untimely end in a fatal automobile crash at the age of 22.

Vintage ballpoint signature, “Best forever, Eddie Cochran,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition, with some mild edge toning.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

909. Cream. Color 11.5 x 8.25 lightweight cardstock photo of the band performing one of their reunion concerts, signed in black ballpoint by Eric Clapton and in black felt tip by Jack Bruce and Ginger Baker. Some skipping to Clapton’s signature and some light contrast to Bruce’s signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Fabulous in-person Dylan portrait

907. Eddie Cochran. Co-

chran’s handwritten book report, one lightly-lined page both sides, 8.5 x 11, signed at the top, “Eddie Cochran 29, English VI.” Cochran’s book report is on Bill Mauldin’s 1944 book Up Front. Cochran writes the basic information of the book, and two paragraphs about the struggles of the infantry and his opinion of that struggle. He writes, in part, “Some people object to writers and artists who consistently publicize one branch of the army. They’ve come to the conclusion that such exclusive attention lowers the morale of the branches not publicized, and that it makes for self pity in the branch whose troubles are being aired.” On the reverse, Cochran adds 10 vocabulary words from the book, including “ordnance,” “annihilation,” and “claustrophobia.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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910. Bob Dylan. Color glossy 8 x 10 photo of Dylan playing his guitar while sitting on a tire, signed in person in blue felt tip. In very fine condition. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare test pressing of their landmark Hotel California presented to J.J. Jackson 911. The Eagles. Original Asylum Records label copy of the test pressing for Hotel California album signed on the plain white sleeve in blue and black felt tip by Don Henley, Randy Meisner, Glenn Frey, Joe Walsh, and John Felder, with an inscription added by Henley to noted Los Angeles DJ JJ Jackson, “J.J. Enjoyed the interview. Thanks.” In fine condition, with some scattered light wear and a reference number to top left of cover. The record is included and is labeled, “Columbia Record Productions Test Pressing,” and references its use in only determining the technical quality of the recording. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Perry Cox. A rare find, indeed, as only a handful of these signed advance test pressings were signed by The Eagles primarily to disc jockeys and promo men. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

912. Duke Ellington. Very early vintage sepia matte-finish 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo, signed and inscribed in green fountain pen, “To Mel, Best wishes, Duke Ellington.”

In fine condition, with signature just a shade light, but still completely legible. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

914. Marvin Gaye. Ink signa-

ture and inscription, “To Rebecca, With appreciation, Marvin Gaye 78,” on an offwhite 5 x 3 sheet.

Two vertical folds and staining along bottom edge, not affecting the signature, otherwise fine condition.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

Patsy Cline, Cowboy Copas, and over 20 others add their names to a Grand Ole Opry history book

913. Grand O l e O p r y.

Original official 1961 WSM Grand Ole Opry History-Picture book, Volume 2, No. 1, 5.5 x 8.5, 144 pages.

Signed inside on their full page images or bios by 28 performers, including country greats Patsy Cline, Cowboy Copas, and Hawkshaw Hawkins, all three of whom perished in a plane crash on March 5, 1963. Other signers include: Roy Acuff, Margie Bowes, Archie Campbell, Bill Carlisle, Willma Lee, Stoney Cooper, Skeeter Davis (ins), Roy Drusky, Chuck Glaser, Billy Grammar, Stonewall Jackson, Cousin Jody, Bobby Lord, Ira Louvin, George Morgan, Stringbean, Porter Wagoner, the Wilburn Brothers, The Willis Brothers, and Del Wood. The Cline and Copas signatures are back-to-back. In fine condition, with scattered light wear, creasing and rubbing to covers, and a small tear to back cover. Accompanied by a 1963 pocket diary, owner unknown, with Patsy Cline’s phone number written on the inside front cover, apparently in the owner’s hand. A fantastic assemblage of country stars with the always desirable, and rarely-seen, combination of Cline, Copas, and Hawkins. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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“My favorite two songs are ‘Boom Boom’ and ‘Boogie Chillun’” 915. John Lee Hooker. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, Healer Productions letterhead,

June 23, 1992. Letter to a fan. In part, “I am sorry that it took so long to respond to you but I have been doing quite a bit of travelling lately. My favorite two songs are ‘Boom Boom’ and ‘Boogie Chillun,’ although there are others I really enjoy such as ‘Naked’ and the Mr. Lucky album.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

917. Ira Gershwin.

916. Lerner and Loewe. Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Alan Lerner, signed in blue felt tip; and a glossy 7.75 x 9.75 photo of Frederick Loewe, signed in black artist’s pencil. In very good condition, with scattered creases to both photos, and slightly trimmed edges to Loewe’s photo.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

Original vintage signed and inscribed fountain pen sketch of a man in a tuxedo taking a bow on an off-white 6 x 9 sheet, signed and inscribed, “Jim and Lil, All the best on your 2nd anniv. Ira.” In very good condition, with several horizontal folds, light overall creasing and wrinkling, and some mild toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Featuring Phil Ochs at the 1966 Newport Folk Festival 918. Newport Folk Festival. Original program for

the Newport Folk Festival in July 1966, 8.5 x 11, 80 pages, signed inside in blue ballpoint by Phil Ochs, Judy Collins, Tom Rush, Buffy Sainte-Marie, and Eric Andersen. In fine condition, with light age toning. Accompanied by an original ticket to the festival for July 23, 1966. RR Auction COA.…

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919. Elvis Presley. Vintage ballpoint signature, “Elvis Presley,” on the reverse of a clipped 3 x 3.5 magazine or catalog page. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, several passing through signature, and some light wrinkling. Accompanied by two original unsigned vintage color satin-finish 5 x 7 photos of Presley being mobbed for his autograph outside, both dated on the reverse 1969. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

921. Elvis Presley. Vintage 3.5 x 5.5 German deckle-edge postcard photo from his classic movie Jailhouse Rock, featuring Presley singing with a quartet of beautiful women, signed in blue ballpoint. Some creases to edges and lower right corner, some slight skipping to last name of signature, and a bit of light soiling, otherwise fine condition.

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Elvis signature obtained on the set of Stay Away Joe in Arizona 922. Elvis Presley. Vintage felt tip signature, “Elvis Presley,” on a light green 5 x 3 sheet, with a small collector’s notation to lower right. In fine condition. Accompanied by a candid 2.5 x 3.5 color snapshot of Presley in a red convertible on the set of the 1968 film Stay Way Joe, in Cottonwood, Arizona. Consignor states that her family went to Cottonwood when they heard Presley was there filming. Her uncle arranged for the family to meet Elvis, where they each received an autograph while they met in between takes. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

920. The Pretenders. Self-titled debut album signed on the front cover in various color

felt tip by Chrissie Hynde, Martin Chambers, Pete Farndon, and James Honeyman-Scott.

In very good condition, with a mild album impression and light overall irregular ink adhesion to three of the signatures. The record is included. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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The culmination of their musical destiny, The Complete Works 923. Queen. Box set entitled The Complete

Works, 12.5 x 12.5, featuring 14 albums that consist of the band’s original studio albums, live album, and non-album tracks, each in an individual white sleeve bearing a gold Roman numeral above the band’s embossed crest, signed on album XIV in silver ink by Freddie Mercury, Brian May, Roger Taylor, and John Deacon. Encased in a black box with gold lettering, the set also includes a color accompanying booklet, featuring full color images of the members and each album; an itinerary program for their 1971–1985 World Tour; and a fold-out map of the world, with the locations Queen had toured colored in red. In fine condition. Issued in 1985 after their astronomically successful performance at Live Aid, Parlophone Records compiled the bands studio albums, their Live Killers album, and a disc containing all the A-sides and B-sides that never made it onto the albums, aptly entitled Complete Vision. One of just 600 signed editions released, this complete box set is the definitive Queen collection. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

924. Rolling Stones. Wood-finish Fender Squier Tele

‘telecaster-style’ electric guitar, signed on the body in black felt tip by Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and Ronnie Wood, and on the white pickguard by Billy Wyman and Charlie Watts. In fine condition. Oversized. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

925.

Rolling Stones. Vintage

ink signatures of all five founding members: Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Brian Jones, and Charlie Watts, on an unfolded beige Wills Whiffs box, with one member adding the band’s name; and a felt tip signature, “Love from Bill Wyman,” on a white 6 x 4.25 mailing envelope.

In fine condition, with a couple of folds passing through a few letters of Jagger’s signature. The vintage signatures were acquired at a gas station on a Sunday morning around 1965. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Rare fully-signed 1963 Decca promo

926. Rolling Stones. Vintage 5.5 x 4.25 photo, signed in blue

ink by Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Bill Wyman, Charlie Watts, and Brian Jones, who inscribes, “Love to Bimbo.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 13.5 x 13. Moderate spotting to borders, not affecting the bold signatures, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Mid-1960s signatures of the classic line-up 927. Rolling Stones.

Vintage circa mid-1960s ballpoint signatures of Mick Jagger, Bill Wyman, Brian Jones, and Charlie Watts on the reverse of an off-white 4.75 x 5.75 cardstock menu; and a vintage ballpoint signature of Keith Richards on a 4.75 x 3 pink album page.

Scattered creases and subtle foxing to the menu, otherwise overall fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks.

Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

928. Rolling Stones. Vintage 5.5 x 4.25 Decca promo card of the Rolling Stones, signed in black ballpoint by Mick Jagger, Brian Jones, Keith Richards, Bill Wyman, and Charlie Watts. Text on the reverse of the card promotes their recent singles, ‘Come On/I Wanna Be Loved’ and ‘I Wanna Be Your Man/Stoned.’ In very good condition, with scattered creases, and circular areas of staining to the upper right. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks, stating that the signatures date to late 1963. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce combination of American legends 929. Frank Sinatra and LeRoy Neiman. Excep-

tional limited edition 17 x 26 print entitled ‘Sinatra in Concert,’ numbered 29/300, signed in the lower left in felt tip by Sinatra, and in the lower right in pencil by Neiman.

Matted and framed to an overall size of 25 x 37. A central horizontal crease, otherwise fine condition. Oversized.

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Desirable vintage group photo with Keith Moon

930. U2. Cardstock 10 x 8 group photo, signed in black felt tip “Bono, 87” “Edge,” “Larry,” and “Adam.” Photo is affixed to a 12 x 10 scrapbook page, which is in turn affixed to a 12.5 x 10.5 off-white board. A small note on U2 letterhead is affixed to the lower right, which reads, “Sorry for the delay but the band has been on tour.” In fine condition.

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932. The Who. Vintage glossy 7 x 5 photo of the band perforning,

affixed to a 8.25 x 6.25 off-white album page, signed in blue ballpoint, “Keith,” “Pete,” “Roger,” and “John.” Moderate contrast to all four signatures, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Extremely rare album signed by Moon, Townshend, and Daltrey 933. The Who. Meaty Beaty Big and Bouncy album signed on the reverse in black ballpoint by Keith Moon, Pete Townshend, and Roger Daltrey. In very good condition, with moderate creasing to corners and light contrast to signatures against the dark and busy background. The record is included.

Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks, stating that the autographs were obtained in 1975 when the group was filming scenes for the movie Tommy. This is just the second Who album signed by Moon that we have offered in the past decade. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/ REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Vintage color photo of the original Who line-up 931. The Who. Color vintage 9.75 x 6.5 magazine photo of the band

with their instruments, signed in blue and black ballpoint by Roger Daltrey, Pete Townshend, John Entwistle, and Keith Moon. Matted and framed with another group photo affixed to the lower right corner to an overall size of 12.25 x 9.5. Daltrey’s and Moon’s signatures overlapping, central horizontal fold and vertical folds, some old adhesive toning along top edge, and a few creases, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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934. Aerosmith MB $100

936. Aerosmith: Steven Tyler

937. Allman Brothers: Dickie Betts

939. American Composers

940. The Angels

941. Adam Ant

944. Asia

945. Gene Autry

948. Beach Boys

949. Beach Boys

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938. America MB $100

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942. Adam Ant

943. Louis Armstrong

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946. Bachman Turner Overdrive MB $100

935. Aerosmith: Steven Tyler

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950. Beatles: Sid Bernstein

951. Beatles: Pete Best MB $100

952. Beatles: George Martin

953. Beatles: George Martin

954. Beatles: George Martin

955. Beatles: Ringo Starr

956. Beatles: Ringo Starr

957. Beatles: Ringo Starr

958. Irving Berlin

959. Leonard Bernstein

960. Black Sabbath

961. Blue Oyster Cult

962. Bon Jovi

963. Boston

964. British Rock

965. Dave Brubeck Quartet

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966. Cab Calloway

967. The Carter Sisters MB $100

968. Johnny Cash

969. Harry Chapin

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970. Petula Clark

971. The Clash

972. Nat King Cole

973. Composers

974. Aaron Copland

975. Elvis Costello

976. Cream: Baker and Bruce

977. Cream: Ginger Baker

980. Deep Purple

981. Celine Dion

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978. Cream: Jack Bruce MB $100

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979. Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick, and Tich MB $100

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982. Fats Domino

983. Donovan

984. The Doors

985. The Doors

986. The Doors: Ray Manzarek

987. Duran Duran

988. Duran Duran MB $100

989. Duke Ellington and Eubie Blake

990. Eurythmics

991. Female Rock

992. The Fixx

993. Foghat

995. Dizzy Gillespie

996. Grand Funk Railroad: Mark Farner

997. The Grass Roots

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998. Grateful Dead: Tom Constanten

999. Grateful Dead: Tom Constanten

1000. Sammy Hagar

1001. Debbie Harry

1002. Jimi Hendrix: Gypsy Sun and Rainbows

1003. Billy Idol

1004. Iron Butterfly

1005. Iron Maiden

1006. Michael Jackson

1007. The Jam

1008. Jefferson Airplane

1009. Jefferson Airplane

1010. Jefferson Airplane

1011. Jefferson Starship

1012. Jesus Christ Superstar: Ted Neeley

1013. Billy Joel

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1014. Elton John

1015. Elton John

1016. Louis Jordan

1017. Kansas

1018. Jerome Kern MB $100

1019. The Kinks: Ray and Dave Davies

1020. The Kinks: Ray and Dave Davies

1021. The Kinks: Ray and Dave Davies

1022. KISS: Gene Simmons

1023. The Knack: Prescott Niles

1024. Herbert Kretzmer

1025. Kris Kristofferson

1026. Gene Krupa

1027. Gene Krupa

1028. Led Zeppelin: Robert Plant

1029. Led Zeppelin: Robert Plant

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1030. Les Miserables

1031. Madonna

1032. Barry Manilow

1033. Don McLean

1034. Melanie

1035. Music

1036. Music

1037. Musicians

1038. Roy Orbison

1039. Ozzy Osbourne

1040. The Persuasions

1041. Peter and Gordon

1042. Peter and Gordon

1043. Pink Floyd

1044. Pink Floyd: Waters and Mason

1045. Pink Floyd: Waters and Wright

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1046. Pink Floyd: Roger Waters

1047. The Platters

1048. Poco

1049. Priscilla Presley

1050. Prince MB $200

1051. Red Hot Chili Peppers

1052. Lou Reed

1053. Righteous Brothers

1054. Rock and Roll

1055. Richard Rodgers

1056. Rolling Stones: Mick Jagger

1057. Rolling Stones: Watts and Wyman

1060. Linda Ronstadt

1061. Miklos Rozsa

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Rolling Stones: Charlie Watts MB $100

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1059. Rolling Stones: Ron Wood MB $100

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1062. The Runaways

1063. Todd Rundgren

1064. Rush

1065. Grace Slick

1066. Dusty Springfield

1067. Rod Stewart

1068. Rod Stewart

1069. Rod Stewart

1070. Rod Stewart

1071. Sting

1072. Stray Cats

1073. The Supremes

1074. James Taylor

1075. James Taylor

1076. Tears for Fears

1077. Sophie Tucker

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1080. U2: Bono and The Edge

1081. UK Punk

1082. Van Halen

1083. Van Halen

1084. Eddie Van Halen

1085. Vanilla Fudge

1086. Cootie Williams

1087. Teddy Wilson

1088. Bill Withers

1089. Woodstock

1090. Woodstock

1091. Young Rascals

1078. Tommy Tutone MB $100

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1079. U2: Bono

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classic entertainment Starring Brando and Gable at the Theatre-by-the-Sea 1094. Actors and Actresses.

Humorous testimonial document circa early 1950s, three pages, 7.5 x 10.25, no date, signed by 36 actors and actresses. Top of each page reads: “We, the undersigned, do hereby agree that Barry Alan Richmond of the Theatre-by-the-Sea at Matunuck, R.I. will someday make a world-shattering contribution to the American Theatre, possessing, as he does, such fine dramatic and technical skills,” and lists the plays he directed. Signers are the cast of Arms and the Men, including Marlon Brando; cast of Pygmalion, including Carol Channing; cast of Bell, Book and Candle, including Alexis Smith and Victor Jory; cast of An Ancient Instinct, including Bramwell Fletcher and Nina Foch; cast of The Moon is Blue, including Clark Gable and Mickey Rooney; and the cast of Annie Get Your Gun, including Jerry Stiller. Matted and framed to an overall size of 28.75 x 14.5. In overall fine condition, with scattered creases. Performed in 1953, Arms and the Man was Marlon Brando’s final stage appearance. Oversized. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare Bachrach portrait of the tragic actress 1095. Gwili Andre. Danish

actress known more for her bizarre suicide than her brief Hollywood career. In 1959, she surrounded herself with reams of publicity photos and press clippings, all of which represented the fame she had expected but hadn’t achieved, set the paper alight, and allowed herself to be consumed by the fire. Mesmerizing vintage matte-finish 7.25 x 9 portrait of Andre gently holding her hands to her cheeks, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Brownie! With my best wishes, sincerely yours, Gwili Andre.” Photo bears an Ernest A. Bachrach blindstamp to the lower left, as well as a Radio Pictures ink stamp to reverse. In fine condition, with slightly trimmed edges.

A glowing image of the actress, this is just the third Andre signed photo we have ever offered. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The reclusive actress: “The one happy interview in my life was done a few years ago” 1096. Jean Arthur. ALS,

one page, 7.25 x 10.25, personal letterhead, December 16, 1974.

Letter to Patrick McGilligan of the Boston Globe.

In full: “The one happy interview in my life was done a few years ago

by Guy Flatley of the New York Ti m e s — C o u l d you send me a small sample—so I’ll know what to expect—I don’t know anyone anymore except David Brinkley, etc.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, filled out in Arthur’s hand. Quite rare, this is the first Arthur letter of any type that we have offered. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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The scantily clad ‘Black Venus’ 1098. Josephine Baker.

1097. Josephine Baker. Elegant vintage glossy 8 x 10 full-length photo of Baker in a formal dress, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Edna, with love, Josephine Baker 1951.” In very good condition, with scattered creases (heavier to the lower right) and a slightly trimmed right edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Vintage 3.5 x 5.5 real photo postcard of Baker striking a racy pose, signed in fountain pen, “Souvenir de Josephine Baker, Paris, 1931.” In fine condition, with some creases to edges and corner tips. Precertified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

Rare oversized Blues Brothers poster 1099. Blues Brothers. Color 20.5 x 20.5 heavyweight cardstock poster advertising the 1978 live album Briefcase Full of Blues, signed and inscribed in red ink, “Greetings from your colleague Elwood, Dan Aykroyd” and “Joel, you’re the best, John Belushi, ‘Jake.’” Matted to an overall size of 26 x 26. In fine condition. An exceptionally scarce and desirable pairing made even more impressive by its large size. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1100. Sarah Bernhardt. Original 6.5 x 4.25 cabinet photo of Bernhardt in a fur coat by Reutlinger of Paris, signed vertically in fountain pen in the right border, “Sarah Bernhardt 1915.” In fine condition, with slight mounting remnant along reverse top edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1101. Humphrey Bogart. Vintage

pencil signature, “Humphrey Bogart,” on a light yellow 4.5 x 3.5 album page. Triplesuede-matted and framed with a photo of Bogart to an overall size of 11.25 x 18.25. In fine condition, with a light area of toning affecting the first few letters of the signature. Precertified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

Regarding “performances by the Borovansky company” 11 0 3 . J o h n Cranko. Cho-

reographer with the Sadler’s Wells Ballet (which later became the Royal Ballet) and the Stuttgart Ballet (1927–1973).

ALS signed “John,” two pages, 5.25 x 7, personal letterhead, March 31, 1954.

Letter to “Stephen” regarding a contract. In part: “I think in your agreement with them it should be made quite clear that these arrangements & performances are 1. Only for performances by the Borovansky company & none other: and that they may in no way part with their rights, films, or anything. 2. The contract stipulates for 60 performances.

Would it be possible to make the contract for only these 60—& further performances to be subject for further permission.” In fine condition.

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

1104. Montgomery Clift. Dashing vintage

1102. Marcel Carne. French film

director (1906–1996) influential in the poetic realism movement. His 1945 film Children of Paradise is considered one of the greatest films of all time. Scarce glossy 4.75 x 7 head-and-shoulders photo of Carne, signed in black ink. In fine condition.

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

glossy 8 x 10 publicity portrait of Clift in a suit and tie, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “George, from Montgomery Clift.” Scattered surface bends and some light contrast to the signature against his dark suit, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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Oversized and inscribed to the acclaimed actor

1105. Marlene Dietrich. Radiant vintage matte-finish 10.25 x 13.25 photo of Dietrich in a polka-dot dress, signed and inscribed in white ink to Clifton Webb. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Fields signs on to perform his ‘Temperance Lecture’

1106. W. C. Fields. DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, October 20, 1945.

Contract between Fields and The Masquers Club for him to “perform on The Masquers Club Radio Program to be broadcast from a studio of The Columbia Broadcasting Company on a selected date between October 7th, 1945 and June 30th, 1946.” Additional type at the bottom reads, “Appearance confirmed as of October 28, 1945.” Signed at the conclusion in fountain pen by Fields and his agent, as well as a representative of The Masquers Club. In fine condition, with expected document wear. Fields appeared on the CBS radio program Request Performance, produced by The Masquers Club, on October 28, 1945, where he performed his ‘Temperance Lecture.’ Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Uncommon letters from the early Italian actress 1107. Eleonora Duse. Italian actress (1858– 1924) often known simply as Duse. Collection of approximately 10 untranslated letters in French, totaling 27 pages all together, most dated between 1899 and 1904. In overall fine condition, with some separations to mailing folds of a couple letters.

Accompanied by many of the original mailing envelopes, addressed in Duse’s hand. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1111. Loie Fuller. Two

1108. Eleonora Duse. Un-

items: ALS, one page both sides, 5.25 x 8.5, Hotel Navarre letterhead, no date.

Letter to a journalist reads, in part, “I am afraid there was a mistake. I sent down word when you called, that I would send down at once. I did so & you couldn’t be found.” Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope; and a large vintage ink signature, “Loie Fuller,” on a 7.25 x 9 album page, with a photo of Fuller affixed above the signature. In very good condition, with one missing corner tip to letter, and an edge tear, soiling, and rippling to album page. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

common vintage 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet profile photo by Bart of Paris, signed and inscribed in the lower border in purple fountain pen. Some scattered light foxing to background of image and a slightly thick appearance to signature and inscription from excessive ink flow, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $150)

Rare signed photo of Errol Flynn’s vanished son 1109. Sean Flynn. American

actor and photojournalist (born 1941), son of Errol Flynn, who disappeared in Cambodia in 1970 during an assignment covering the Vietnam War. It is believed that Flynn was killed by the Khmer Rouge in 1971, and he was declared legally dead in 1984. Rare vintage glossy 3.5 x 5.5 head-and-shoulders photo of Flynn, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Albert, Sean Flynn.” In fine condition, with moderate contrast to signature against his dark shirt. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare oversized portrait

1112. John Ford. Vin-

tage pearl-finish 10.25 x 13.25 Alexander Kahle photo of Ford with a pipe clenched between his teeth, signed and inscribed in green fountain pen, “To Dutch, with affection, Jack.” A smaller 4.5 x 3.5 candid glossy photo of Ford in a crowd is affixed to the lower right corner and is labeled in an unknown hand, “John Ford, Ward Bond and Mazie 1955.” In fine condition, with trimmed edges, mounting remnants to reverse, and scattered light bends and creases. ‘Dutch’ was US Navy Admiral John Mylin ‘Dutch’ Will. Oversized photos of Ford are highly uncommon.

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

Sought-after image featuring Scarlett O’Hara 1110. Gone With the Wind: Vivien Leigh.

Exquisite vintage glossy 5.5 x 3.25 real photo postcard of the bridal scene from Gone With the Wind, signed in fountain pen, “Vivien Leigh.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1113. Judy Garland. Early vintage glossy 5.5 x 7.5 photo of a

young Garland resting her head in her hand, circa 1937–1938, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “For Sol Handwright, Sincerely, Judy Garland.” Triple-matted and framed to an overall size of 14.5 x 17.5.

In very good condition, with several noticeable creases, some passing through parts of image, with one passing trough just a single letter of signature. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1115. Judy Garland. Attractive glossy 7.75 x 9.5 portrait of the

incredibly talented Garland, bathed in white chiffon and light, her only adornment pearl earrings, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Gerald, love, Judy Garland.” Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 11.25 x 13.5. In fine condition, with a small tear to the left border. An extraordinary photo with a dark, bold signature, signed during the era of the short-lived Judy Garland Show. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Stoutly yours, Sydney Greenstreet” 1116. Sydney Greenstreet.

1114. Cary Grant. Handsome vintage glossy 7.5 x 9.25 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Forest Wagner, cordially!

Cary Grant.” Trimmed edges, a few surface marks, and a paperclip impression to top edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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ALS signed “Stoutly yours, Sydney Greenstreet,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, September 18, 1942. Letter to Louella Parsons.

In part: “Thank you for your excalent [sic] keyhole portrait of me. Have sent it home to my mother and sister, in England, also to my son in New York and other places.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Impeccable early portrait

1117. D. W. Griffith. DS, one page both sides, 6.5 x 8.5, April 23,

1940. AFTRA membership application, filled out and signed in pencil

by Griffith, adding his personal information on the front, and his occupation checked on the reverse, as an “actor” in another hand. In fine condition, with expected document wear. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1120. Katharine Hepburn. Extremely gorgeous vintage pearlfinish 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders portrait of a young Hepburn, signed in the lower right in fountain pen. Reverse bears the ink stamp of photographer Harry C. Beitt. In fine condition. A stunning and desirable piece, as Hepburn famously refused to sign any type of photo except for friends and family. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1118. Edith Head. Original pencil

and watercolor costume sketch of Mae West in a flowing sequined red dress with floral highlights on an off-white 12.75 x 19 sheet of artist’s cardstock, notated by Head in pencil, “Mae West,” and signed and inscribed, “To Scally, with love, Edith,” and signed again in bold pencil near the bottom, “Edith Head.” In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

1119. Edith Head. Two original ink and watercolor costume sketches on individual off-white sheets. The first is for Tippi Hedren’s role in the Hitchcock classic The Birds, and is notated by Head in pencil and signed “Edith”; and the second, notated in another hand, features Head’s sketches for Shirley MacLaine’s role in the film Career, for which Head won the Best Costume Design Academy Award.

In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light soiling. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1121. Buck Jones. Vintage matte-finish 10.5 x 13.5 composite photo of Jones in full cowboy regalia and smoking a cigarette below a horse, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “My very best wishes to my very best friend, D. V. Tantlinger, Buck Jones.” In fine condition, with trivial chips and creases to corners. Tantlinger worked on two of Jones’s films, acting in an uncredited musician role in Law for Tombstone, and working as a horse trainer on Treason. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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The master escape artist visits Harvard

1122. Harry Houdini. TLS signed “Houdini,” one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, January 6, 1921. Letter to Robert Gould Shaw of the Harvard College Library. In full: “Confirming our telephone conversation, shall be pleased to be in Boston, January 19th, 1921. May I ask you whether the Odd Volumes Club would permit me to invite Mr. Douglas Flattery of the Orpheum, Dr. J. E. Waitts, dental demonstrator at Harvard and Mr. Quincy Kilby of Brookline, Mass.?” Houdini also added a brief handwritten postscript, “Index to records arrived this eve.” Intersecting folds with small repaired edge separations (one vertical fold passing through second letter of his name), and an unobtrusive professionally repaired tear extending from the right edge through the word “conversation,” otherwise fine condition.

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

Written from “The Empire Theatre, Glasgow,” Houdini secures brother Hardeen’s initiation into the Magic Club 1123. Harry Houdini. TLS signed “H. Houdini,” one page, 8.5 x 10.75, black-bordered stationery, February 14, 1914. Letter to Stanley Collins. In full, “Enclosed you will find 10/6d for Hardeen’s initiation. Received your letter regarding the Magician’s Dinner and thank you heartily for same. I enclose you 2 photographs of your Theatre in Paris. Kindly add them to your collection.” A brief typed postscript reads, “Kindly send receipt direct to Mr. Hardeen.” Houdini has made two handwritten corrections to misspellings of Hardeen’s name which occurred during dictation. Two other typed notes are present, one at the top reading, “This week—The Empire Theatre, Glasgow,” and one at the bottom stating, “Next week:—The Empire Theatre…Leeds.” Some small separations to central horizontal and vertical folds, as well as a bit of trivial foxing, otherwise fine condition.

Following in the footsteps of his famous older brother, Theo Hardeen (known simply as Hardeen), was a highly accomplished magician and escape artist, and founder of the Magician’s Guild. ‘The Brothers Houdini’ began developing their skills at an early age, performing their first successful shows together in 1893 at Coney Island. It was there that they met fellow performer Bess Rahner, who, despite being courted by Hardeen, would marry Houdini the following year, replacing his brother in the act, renamed ‘The Houdinis.’ With no hard feelings, the brothers continued their individual magic careers while staying closely connected, with Hardeen performing and improving upon several of his brother’s most famous tricks, including the milk can and straightjacket escapes. Written during one of his busiest touring season, with five days of performances at a dozen different theaters between January and June—including the Empire in Glasgow from February 9-14, where he wrote this letter, and the Empire in Leeds from February 16-21—this is an excellent letter to well-known conjurer and treasurer of the Magic Club Stanley Collins, with notable reference to his brother and fellow magician. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Rare fully-signed photo of the Kovacs Unlimited cast 11 2 4 . E r n i e Kovacs Show.

Vintage glossy 3.5 x 5.5 WCBS-TV New York postcard photo promoting Kovacs Unlimited, signed and inscribed in various inks, “A special for ‘our’ G a r y, E r n e s t Kovacs,” “Andy McKay,” “Trygve Lund,” “Edie Adams,” and “Eddie Hatrak.” Some mounting remnants and slight surface loss to edges, otherwise fine condition.

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

“I wasn’t too impressed incidentally—the color looked very good indeed, but that doesn’t produce laughs!”

1127. Stan Laurel.

TLS signed “Stan,” two pages, 5.25 x 8.5, Oceana Apartment Hotel letterhead, August 21, 1962. Letter to Dick Sloan. In part, “Note your comments on the L & H comic book—frankly I haven’t paid much attention to the story material or characterization of L&H in general. I don’t know whether Harmon is responsible for the material & drawings in these books or not am under the impression this work is done by the Dell publishing Co’s staff…Of course have no idea what the situation is concerning the cartoon series, as far as I know they are in full production & are to be syndicated in the fall—what they are like I haven’t the slightest idea—haven’t seen any of the film, except a short piece of a Test, I wasn’t too impressed incidentally—the color looked very good indeed, but that doesn’t produce laughs!” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1125. Ernie Kovacs. Quirkily brilliant entertainer (1919–1962) whose freewheeling sense of humor and sense of visual style made him one of the most distinctive personalities in the early days of television. He died in an auto crash while driving the notoriously ‘unsafe at any speed’ Chevrolet Corvair. Vintage glossy 9 x 7 photo of Kovacs with a leopard on his back, signed and inscribed in black ink, “To Gary, Thanks for watching, Ernest Kovacs.” In fine condition, with toned tape remnants to edges which could be matted out. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

1126. La Argentina. Flamenco dancer, known by her stage name

La Argentina, Antonia Mercé y Luque (1890–1936). Collaborating with Diaghilev, de Falla, Granados, and Garcia-Lorca, among others, she helped establish the neoclassical style of Spanish dance as a theatrical art. Two items: vintage pearl-finish 8 x 10 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen in Spanish to Edith Prilik, friend and personal secretary of Rosa Ponselle; and an ALS in French, signed “Argentina,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 6 x 7.75, sending thanks for hospitality shown to her after performing in Dinard. In fine condition. Accompanied by a hardcover copy of Jose Greco’s The Gypsy in My Soul, signed on the first free end page by Greco.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1128. Laurel and Hardy. Choice vintage matte-finish 7 x 5 photo of the comedic duo posing side-by-side in their bowler hats, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “Thank you Doreen! Stan Laurel,” and “Oliver Hardy.” In fine, clean, bright condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1129. Stan Laurel. Vin-

tage matte-finish 7.75 x 10 portrait of Laurel holding his bowler hat, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “Hello Percy! Stan, 1932.”

Reverse bears a Stax photographer’s stamp. In fine condition, with scattered dings and creases to edges.

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

1131. Vivien Leigh and Laurence Olivier. Vintage

matte-finish 7.75 x 10 photo of Leigh and Olivier, signed in the lower border in fountain pen, “Vivien Leigh” and “L. Olivier.” Scattered creases to edges and some soiling to the bottom (slightly affecting Olivier’s signature), otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

Groucho’s life— including Playboy parties and dinner with Sinatra 1130. Groucho Marx. Groucho Marx’s personally-owned and -used calendar for February through December 1975, 17 x 17, extensively filled out, primarily in a secretarial hand, but with many entries in Marx’s own hand. Some notable entries include references to his younger brother, such as “Zep’s tux” and “Zeppo A. F. I. dinner.” Others demonstrate his various showbiz associations, including “Lunch with Henry Golas, Disney Studios movie,” “The Godfather, Part II,” “Hugh Hefner beauty contest,” “Rock Hudson cocktail party,” “Noel Coward Play,” “Gilbert & Sullivan commercial,” “NBC Television Interview,” “Lunch interview N. Y. Times,” and “Dinner Frank Sinatra.” Also noted are the “Academy Awards,” on April 8, 1975. In very good condition, with scattered creases and soiling, and an overall horizontal bend. By this time in his life, Marx was 85 years old—as evidenced in this calendar by his childish handwriting and numerous doctor appointments—but still kept a busy schedule and stayed involved in the Hollywood scene. A unique look into the personal, everyday life of the comedy master. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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The Lost Weekend author praises Wilder for his film noir classic: “Double Indemnity is the first that has carried me away” 1132. Lost Weekend: Charles Jackson. Extremely rare TLS signed “Char-

lie,” one page, 8.25 x 11, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures letterhead, May 10, 1944.

Letter to Billy Wilder. In part: “Since I came to Hollywood, I’ve become awful picture conscious. By which I mean that I’m unable to see a picture now (and I’ve seen one almost everyday since I arrived) without being conscious of the mechanics behind it. Double Indemnity is the first that has carried me away, making me forget camera, actors, lights, techniques, writers, yes, even the director himself. I completely believed it, which is all one can ask of any art, ever…I’m so impressed by so many things about it—and encouraged for the entire industry. The whole picture has a great integrity…the whole wonderful cheap atmosphere and background of the story, so commonplace as to be almost poetic (like the great American cheapness of von Stroheim’s Greed)…Often I was reminded—right in my breast—of the intimate quarrel scenes in Macbeth: the ambitious ruthless woman, the pitiable weak likable and highly imaginative man, caught together. Damn it, this is difficult to write about, simply because I felt it all so keenly, and talked and thought about it for hours afterward. I’m filled with admiration for the job you’ve all done (Paramount should be very proud of you).” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and a few staple holes to top left corner. Paramount acquired the rights to adapt The Lost Weekend into a film version for a tidy sum of $35,000. Wilder would win the Academy Award for Best Director, with the film garnering three other Oscars. A letter of glowing praise from Jackson shortly before Wilder sets his sights on The Lost Weekend, Jackson’s well-reviewed best selling novel. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1133. Jayne Mansfield. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Mansfield

holding a cocktail in one hand and a small dog in the other, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Eugene, Affectionately, Jayne Mansfield.” Some scattered light bends and creases, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1135. Harpo Marx. Vintage matte-finish 5 x 7 photo of Marx goofily popping out of a doghouse with two puppies, signed in fountain pen, “Best Wishes, Harpt.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Marilyn pays her telephone bill

1136. Marilyn Monroe. Marilyn Monroe Productions, Inc. business check, 8.25 x 3, filled out in type and signed by Monroe, payable to New York Telephone Company for $12.18, October 10, 1957. In fine condition, with a vertical fold through a single letter of signature, bank stamp to body touching first letter of signature, and other expected holes and stamps. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $900)

Scarce signed portrait of the entire Nelson family

1137. The Nelsons. Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of the Nelson family, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “For the Ken Brownes— Good luck from the Nelsons, Dave,” “Rick,” “Ozzie,” and “Harriet.” In fine condition, with a light crease and ripples to left side. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1138. Basil Rathbone and Nigel Bruce. Two items: vintage matte-finish x 4.5 portrait of Rathbone, signed at the bottom in fountain pen; and an admirer’s vintage original sketch of Nigel Bruce, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Stanley, Best wishes, Nigel Bruce, 1944.” Matted and framed together to an overall size of 12.5 x 10.

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

“Whoever saves one life, saves the world entire” 1139.

Schindler’s List Ring.

Cinematically significant screenused ring from the final scene of the 1993 film Schindler’s List. The ring is inscribed in the inside in Hebrew, (translated): “Whoever saves one life, saves the world entire.” Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from the film’s property master, Batia Grafka, which reads, “This is the inscribed ring given to Oskar Schindler by his factory workers during the final scene of Schindler’s List.” In fine condition.

When Oskar Schindler’s factory workers hear that he must flee, having become a hunted war criminal following the Allied victory, they make him this ring as a token of their appreciation. Presenting it to him and explaining that the inscribed quote is from the Talmud, they convey their deepest gratitude in showing him that by saving them, he has saved humanity. Given to Schindler (played by Liam Neeson) by Itzhak Stern (Ben Kingsley) during one of the finest moments in the groundbreaking, seven-time Academy Award-winning film, this ring is an absolutely remarkable piece of cinematic history. RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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Prop list used in the production of the 1993 Academy Award–winning Schindler’s List 1140. Schindler’s List. Production-used prop list from the 1993 film Schindler’s List. Ten pages total, all measuring approximately 8.25 x 11.75, each listing names of Schindler’s factory employees, one bearing several blue pencil notations.

Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from the film’s property master Batia Grafka, which reads, “This is an original Schindler’s List used in the making of the movie, Schindler’s List.” In fine condition.

An iconic and extremely integral part of the film, which went on to garner seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director, and earning Liam Neeson a Best Actor nomination for his role as Oskar Schindler. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Production-used papers from Schindler’s list

1141. Schindler’s List Documents. Collection of 30 production-

used prop paper items from the 1993 film Schindler’s List. Items include letters, identification papers, work orders, a map of Poland, and several propaganda items. Most of the items are in German, with a few in Polish. In fine condition.

Items were originally obtained by the film’s property master Batia Grafka.

In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

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1142. Bill Robinson. American

entertainer (1878–1949), nicknamed “Bojangles,” who was one of the best-known dancer-actors of Hollywood’s Golden Age. Vintage pearl-finish 8 x 10 Vandamm photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To the Playgoers of Cleveland with sincere wishes and regards, Bill Robinson, ‘Hot Mikodo Co. Season 1939–1940.”

Some mild rippling and a thin mounting remnant along top edge of reverse, otherwise fine condition.

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

1143. Will Rogers. Vintage fountain

pen signature, “Will Rogers, Good luck to you and I hope you get better quick,” on an off-white 8.5 x 8 sheet, with Rogers adding a second signature above his first. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and a rough top edge.

Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

1145. Elizabeth Taylor. Glossy 8 x 10

photo of Taylor standing on a balcony in her nightgown, signed in black felt tip. In very good condition, with scattered creases and surface impressions.

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

1146. Wizard of Oz: Frank Morgan. Unique vintage

clipped silhouette of Morgan

by Arvid Strauss affixed to an off-white 5.5 x 7 card, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Arvid Strauss, with all good wishes, Frank Morgan.” In fine condition, with tiny binding holes along left edge and light toning in the shape of another silhouette. Pre-certified PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

(MB $200)

Difficult-to-find limited edition cast-signed print with Gandolfini and 14 others 1144. The Sopranos. Color limited edition 35.5 x 30 canvas print stretched across a wooden frame, numbered 276/500, signed in the lower border in black felt tip by all 15 pictured cast members: James Gandolfini, Tony Sirico, Steve Van Zandt, Robert Iler, Vincent Pastore, Michael Imperioli, Dominic Chianese, Lorraine Bracco, Edie Falco, John Ventimiglia, Drea de Matteo, Jamie-Lynn Sigler, Federico Castelluccio, Aida Turturro, and Steve Schirripa. Also signed in black felt tip by the artist, Karen O’Neil Ganci.

In fine condition. This print was the only officially commissioned signing done by the cast of the show. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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A mesmerizing portrait lovingly inscribed to her second husband 1147. Elizabeth Taylor. Stunning vintage matte-finish 8 x 10

close-up photo of Taylor lying on a pillow, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “My darling Michael, I love you with all my heart and life, always, Your, Elizabeth.” In very good condition, with some creasing and adhesive remnants to borders, mild rippling and slight discoloration from moisture exposure causing light spotting to the facial area, slight silvering to some of the darker areas, and the signature a shade light due to decreased ink flow. According to the consigner, this photo was inscribed to her second husband, Michael Wilding. Taylor was Wilding’s second wife as well, he being married four times to her seven. A lovely portrait with a passionate inscription from one lover to another. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

‘The Duke’ forwards a Rooster Cogburn mug 11 4 8 . J o h n Wayne. TLS,

one page, 6 x 8.25, personal letterhead, July 11, 1977. Short letter sending mugs. In full: “Under separate cover are a couple of cups that you might use for the Variety Club.”

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Accompanied by one of the mugs, featuring a color image of Wayne as Rooster Cogburn as well as a printed signature, by Ketchum Originals of Long Beach, and showing evidence of use. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1149. The A-Team MB $100

1153. Actresses MB $100

1157. Desi Arnaz

1150. Forrest J. Ackerman MB $100

1154. Robert Aldrich MB $100

1151. Acquanetta MB $100

1155. Robert Altman

1152. Actors and Actresses MB $100

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1156. Michelangelo Antonioni MB $100

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1158. Fred Astaire and Cyd Charisse

1159. Fred Astaire

1160. The Avengers

1161. Lew Ayres

1162. Lauren Bacall

1163. Lauren Bacall

1164. Lauren Bacall

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1165. Lucille Ball

1166. Lucille Ball

1167. Tallulah Bankhead

1168. Tallulah Bankhead

1169. Brigitte Bardot

1170. Brigitte Bardot

1171. Brigitte Bardot

1172. Batman

1173. Batman: Catwomen

1174. Noah Beery

1175. Behind the Scenes

1176. Harry Belafonte

1177. Ingmar Bergman

1178. Ingrid Bergman

1179. Sarah Bernhardt

1180. Bernardo Bertolucci

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1181. Robert Blake

1182. Charles Boyer

1183. Yul Brynner

1184. Victor Buono

1185. Burlesque Queens

1186. Michael Caine

1187. Rory Calhoun

1188. Alan Campbell

1189. Eddie Cantor

1190. Madeleine Carroll

1191. Johnny Carson

1192. William Castle

1193. Celebrities

1194. John Chambers

1195. CHiPS

1196. Julie Christie

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1197. Citizen Kane: Dorothy Comingore

1198. Bob Clampett

1199. Jackie Cooper

1200. Buster Crabbe

1201. Joan Crawford

1202. Joan Crawford

1203. Bing Crosby

1204. Merce Cunningham

1205. Ken Curtis

1206. Bobby Darin MB $100

1207. Bette Davis and Gary Merrill

1208. Bette Davis

1210. Sammy Davis, Jr

1211. Vittorio De Sica

1212. John Derek

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1209. Sammy Davis, Jr MB $100

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1213. Stanley Donen

1214. Jimmy Durante

1215. Clint Eastwood

1216. Clint Eastwood

1217. Jack Elam

1218. Entertainers

1219. Entertainment

1220. Louise Fazenda

1221. Louise Fazenda MB $100

1222. Federico Fellini and Giulietta Masina

1223. Federico Fellini

1224. Frank Ferguson

1225. Peter Finch

1226. Rhonda Fleming

1227. Henry Fonda

1228. Bob Fosse

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1229. Jodie Foster

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1231. Frankenstein: J. Carrol Naish

1232. Annette Funicello

1233. Annette Funicello

1234. Clark Gable

1235. Ava Gardner

1236. John Gielgud

1237. Gone With the Wind

1238. Gone With the Wind MB $200

1239. Gone With the Wind: Evelyn Keyes

1240. Gloria Grahame and Vittorio Gassman

1242. Cary Grant

1243. Alec Guinness

1244. Margaret Hamilton

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1241. Cary Grant and Ginger Rogers MB $100

1230. Susanna Foster

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1245. Margaret Hamilton

1246. Ray Harryhausen

1247. William S. Hart

1248. Tippi Hedren

1249. Katharine Hepburn

1250. Katharine Hepburn

1251. Gloria Holden

1252. Rock Hudson

1253. Ruth Hussey

1254. Betty Hutton

1255. It’s a Wonderful Life: Stewart and Reed

1256. Jennifer Jones

1259. Gene Kelly and Debbie Reynolds

1260. Grace Kelly and Prince Rainer

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1257. Danny Kaye MB $100

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1258. Elia Kazan MB $100

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1261. Emmett Kelly, Sr

1262. Deborah Kerr

1263. Henry King

1264. Ben Kingsley

1265. Leonid Kinskey

1266. Leonid Kinskey

1267. Ernie Kovacs

1268. Stanley Kramer

1269. Burt Lancaster

1270. Peter Lawford

1271. Peter Lawford

1272. Christopher Lee

1273. Christopher Lee

1274. Alan LeMay

1275. Joshua Logan

1276. Gina Lollobrigida

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1277. Myrna Loy

1278. George Lucas

1279. Man from UNCLE

1280. Marcel Marceau

1281. Marian Marsh

1282. Herbert Marshall

1283. Zeppo Marx

1284. Giulietta Masina

1285. Virginia Mayo MB $100

1286. Mercedes McCambridge

1287. Burgess Meredith

1288. Mistinguett

1289. Robert Mitchum

1290. Tom Mix

1291. Robert Montgomery

1292. Roger Moore

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1293. Kenneth More

1294. Zero Mostel

1295. Movie Monsters

1296. Maureen O’Sullivan

1297. Odd Couple

1298. Walter Pidgeon

1299. Otto Preminger

1300. Vincent Price

1301. Vincent Price

1302. Luise Rainer

1303. Claude Rains

1304. Basil Rathbone

1305. Rex Reason

1306. Steve Reeves

1307. Steve Reeves

1308. Alain Resnais

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1309. Erik Rhodes

1310. Hal Roach

1311. Cliff Robertson

1312. Edward G. Robinson

1313. Rocky Horror Picture Show: Tim Curry

1314. Ginger Rogers

1315. Gilbert Roland

1316. Harold Russell

1317. George Sanders

1318. Telly Savalas

1319. Martin Scorsese

1320. Peter Sellers

1321. Peter Sellers

1322. Rod Serling

1323. Sylvia Sidney

1324. Elke Sommer

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1325. Gale Sondergaard MB $100

1326. Gale Sondergaard MB $100

1327. Barbara Stanwyck MB $100

1328. Star Trek: Gene Roddenberry MB $100

1329. Inger Stevens

1330. James Stewart

1331. James Stewart

1332. James Stewart

1333. Superman: Kirk Alyn

1334. Jessica Tandy

1335. Tarzan

1336. Elizabeth Taylor

1337. Estelle Taylor

1338. Shirley Temple

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1339. Irving Thalberg MB $100

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1340. Three Stooges: Joe Besser MB $100

1341. Gene Tierney

1342. Topkapi

1343. Trapper John, M.D.

1344. Arthur Treacher

1345. Luis Trenker

1346. Claire Trevor

1347. King Vidor

1348. Erich von Stroheim

1349. Robert Wagner

1350. Johnny Weissmuller

1351. Mae West

1352. Mae West

1353. Western Actors

1354. Billy Wilder

1355. Gene Wilder

1356. Esther Williams

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1357. Jonathan Winters MB $100

1358. Robert Wise MB $100

1359. Wizard of Oz MB $100

1360. Wizard of Oz: Billie Burke MB $100

1361. Wizard of Oz: Margaret Hamilton

1362. Wizard of Oz: Bert Lahr

1363. Wizard of Oz: Jerry Maren

1364. Wizard of Oz: Munchkins

1366. Anna May Wong

1367. Anna May Wong

1368. Fay Wray

1369. Teresa Wright

1370. Loretta Young

1371. Loretta Young

1372. Roland Young

1373. Fred Zinnemann

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sports Amazing pictorial biography signed both “Muhammad Ali” and “Cassius Clay”—an astounding 18 times 1374. Muhammad Ali. Signed book:

Muhammad Ali: A Thirty Year Journey.

First edition, first printing. NY: Simon & Schuster, 1993. Hardcover with dust jacket, 8.75 x 10.25. Signed and inscribed on the front of the dust jacket in blue felt tip, “To Matthew from Muhammad Ali, 4-3-94,” and signed inside in blue felt tip an impressive 17 times, of which four are signed “Cassius Clay.” Also signed and inscribed by Ali’s wife Lonnie on the title-page. In fine condition. Ali based the variation of his signature upon the era of the image, making this an especially desirable piece. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1375. Muhammad Ali. Program for the

Ninth Annual B’nai B’rith Awards Dinner held on December 9, 1962, 8.5 x 11, 64 pages, signed inside on an article about him in blue ballpoint, “Cassius Clay.” Also signed on the same page by Stan Musial.

In very good condition, with scattered creases, tears to bottom of many pages, and covers absent; the signed page itself is affected only by small area of paper loss and dampstaining at bottom edge, and some soiling to the top. The featured article by famous boxing writer John Gillooly, entitled ‘Clay Heavy Champ No Later Than ’65,’ predicted the trajectory of Ali’s legendary career well before his fight with Liston.

Ali’s desirable early signature is quite bold and prominently placed in the center of the page. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA.RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1377. Abe Attell. Boxing

Hall of Famer (1883–1970) who was featherweight boxing champion of the world from 1901–1912.

Attell later became one of the instigators of the 1919 Chicago Black Sox scandal.

Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Attell in his prime wearing his championship belt, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To my pal Vince from the little champ, Abe Attell 11/14/59.” In fine condition, with some light skipping to last name of signature. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1376. Muhammad Ali. Vintage black and blue ballpoint signature, “Cassius Clay,” on an off-white 5.25 x 3 card.

Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder.

Numerous surface impressions from an attempt to sign with a faulty pen and a clipped upper left corner, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Remarkable personal photo with Malcolm X’s children, inscribed to a “Brother” in the NOI the same year that he won the Heavyweight title and left behind “Cassius Clay” 1378. Muhammad Ali. Extraordinary vintage glossy 7 x 5 candid photo of Ali posing

with Malcom X’s three children in Miami, signed and inscribed on the reverse in blue ballpoint, “To Brother Wali, from Brother Cassius Clay, World Heavy Weight Champion, Good Luck, 1964.” Reverse bears a photographer’s stamp from Howard Bingham of Cassius Clay Enterprises. Scattered creases (primarily to corners), otherwise fine condition.

As stories surrounding Cassius Clay’s involvement with the Nation of Islam dominated headlines leading up to his 1964 title match with Sonny Liston, nervous promoters demanded a public disavowal of the ‘Black Muslims.’ Clay ignored the issue until the day after his victory, when he announced his membership in the NOI, as well as his decision to change his name. This photo, inscribed to “Brother Wali,” who worked under Elijah Muhammad and Malcolm X, is a remarkable piece that captures this brief, life-changing period of Clay’s life and career. Within a matter of weeks, not only did he earn the Heavyweight title and assume his new name of Muhammad Ali, but he also ended his close friendship with Malcolm X, who left the NOI shortly after Ali joined. Having since referred to their split as one of his biggest regrets, the personal nature of this photo with Malcolm’s children adds special interest. A one-of-a-kind photo from arguably the most important year in Ali’s life. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Extremely desirable 1947 baseball featuring six Hall of Famers, Ott, Greenberg, and Frisch among them 1379. Baseball Hall of Famers: Greenberg Ott. Official Spalding National League baseball signed in ink on the sweet spot and side panels by by 14 players, including six Hall of Famers. Signers are: Mel Ott, Hank Greenberg, Frank Frisch, Travis Jackson, Ralph Kiner (ss), Johnny Mize, Mickey Witek, Tommy Holmes, Walker Cooper, Babe Young, Culley Rikard, Elbie Fletcher, Goodwin Rosen, and Dick Bartell. A collector’s ink notation to a side panel indicates that it was signed at the Polo Grounds in June 1947. In fine condition, with light overall soiling and league stamps very faded; all signatures remain quite bold, clean, and legible. Likely signed during a Giants vs. Pirates game, as the majority of the signers were either players or coaches for those teams during the 1947 season. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1381. Baseball: 500 Home Run Club. Color 38 x 20.5 print entitled ‘500 Home Run Hitters,’ by Ron Lewis, signed in blue felt tip by all 11 members pictured: Mickey Mantle, Ted Williams, Willie Mays, Hank Aaron, Eddie Mathews, Willie McCovey, Reggie Jackson, Ernie Banks, Frank Robinson, Harmon Killebrew, and Mike Schmidt. Rolled and in fine condition, with some creasing along bottom edge and a PSA/DNA authentication label affixed to lower corner. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1382. Jim Bottomley. Vintage fountain

1380. Sammy Baugh. Color

satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Baugh preparing to throw a pass, signed in blue ink. In fine condition.

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

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pen signature, “Jim Bottomley, St. Louis Cardinal,” on an offwhite 6 x 3.5 album page. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder.

Central vertical fold passing through first letter of his surname, punch holes to left edge, and a couple unobtrusive areas of staining to right side, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1383. Brooklyn Dodgers. Official Spalding National League (Frick) baseball signed in

black ink on the sweet spot and side panels by 18 members of the 1941 Brooklyn Dodgers team. Signers are: Leo Durocher, Pee Wee Reese, Joe Medwick, Hugh Casey, Charlie Dressen, Whit Wyatt, Kirby Higbe, Lew Riggs, Freddie Fitzsimmons, Dixie Walker, Herman Franks, Cookie Lavagetto, Jimmy Wasdell, Pete Coscarat, Dolph Camilli, Luke Hamlin, Mickey Owen, and Pete Reiser. Scattered dings and various signatures a couple shades light, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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From their last year in Brooklyn

1384. Brooklyn Dodgers. Official Reach American League (Harridge) baseball signed in blue ballpoint on the sweet spot and side panels by 19 members of the 1957 Brooklyn Dodgers team. Signers are: Sandy Koufax, Roy Campanella, Don Drysdale, Pee Wee Reese, Walter Alston (ss), Don Newcombe, Don Zimmer, Johnny Podres, Roger Craig, Sandy Amoros, Elmer Valo, Randy Jackson, Sal Maglie, Gino Cimoli, Ken Lehman, Fred Kipp, Don Bessent, Charlie Neal, and Don Elston. In fine condition, with light overall toning and an incorrect 1956 notation near the manufacturer’s stamp; signatures are uniformly bold and visually appealing. It is generally difficult to find vintage Brooklyn Dodgers team-signed material completely devoid of clubhouse signatures, making this an especially desirable example. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1385. Roy Campanella. Vintage ballpoint signature, “Best wishes, Roy Campanella,” on an off-white 5 x 3 lined card.

Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder, which grades the signature a ‘9.’ In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce portrait of the All-American from Nebraska

1386. Guy Chamberlain. Famed Nebraska football star (1894– 1967) who went on to play and coach in the pros. He is a member of both the College and Pro Football Halls of Fame. Glossy 3 x 4.25 photo of Chamberlain in his Nebraska uniform, signed on the reverse in blue ballpoint, “Guy Chamberlain, Neb 1915, All American.” In fine condition, with surface impressions to top of image from signature on reverse. The first photo of Chamberlain we have ever offered. Precertified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1387. Ty Cobb. Vintage fountain pen signature, “Ty Cobb, Centerfield,

Detroit,” on three off-white 1.75 x .75 clipped slips affixed to a black 2.5 x 3.5 card. Encapsulated in a plastic SGC/JSA authentication holder.

Attractively double-cloth-matted and framed to an overall size of 11.75 x 13.5. In fine condition. A highly desirable example as Cobb included his position and team’s city. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1388. Ty Cobb. ALS signed “T. [Cob]b,” one page on a 3.25 x 5.25 postcard, postmarked Detroit, 1915. Letter to Captain Robert Brannen. In part: “How is it with you? We have fine cool weather up here till yesterday. Take good care of Katie so she will be right next fall. Mrs. Cobb sends regards.” Matted and framed with an image of Cobb to an overall size of 24.5 x 21. In very good condition, with scuffing affecting most of Cobb’s last name in his signature, such that only one letter is visible. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. Oversized. Oversized. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1389. Ty Cobb. Personal check, 7.75 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Cobb, “Tyrus R. Cobb,” payable to John Buckles for $18, September 22, 1953. Attractively double-suede-matted and framed with an image, biographical plaque, and original scorecard for a 1919 Detroit at New York game to an overall size of 39 x 21.5. In fine condition, with expected cancellation holes and bank stamps and notations. Oversized. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Naturally, I do not care so much for the way they play the present day baseball”

1390. Ty Cobb. Su-

perb TLS, one page, 6.75 x 8, personal letterhead, June 12, 1940.

Response to an admirer.

In part: “Naturally, I do not care so much for the way they play the present day baseball. I think they have destroyed the value of the one run which eliminates the finer points of the game, such as the ‘stolen base,’ the ‘Hit n Run’ and the ‘Squeeze’ play.” In fine condition, with slightly trimmed edges. Cobb had watched baseball transition into a sport of sluggers, rather than stealers and squeezers—while Cobb had averaged nearly 50 steals per season during the ‘dead ball’ era, by 1940 the league’s leaders averaged only around 20. Fantastic content from arguably the greatest player of all-time. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1391. Jimmie Foxx.

Vintage ink signature, “Jimmie Foxx,” on an off-white c l o s e l y trimmed slip.

Slip is affixed to a larger off-white album page along with a clipped photo of Foxx, and a collector’s pencil notation along top edge of “Aug 31, 1939.”

Double-matted and framed with a photo of Foxx swinging his bat to an overall size of 16.5 x 22. In fine condition, with a couple spots of light toning. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/ DNA. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1392. Jimmie Foxx. New York

World’s Fair Academy of Sport card circa 1939, 4 x 2.75, boldly signed at the conclusion in fountain pen, “Jimmie Foxx.” The card certifies that Arthur Baer of the Bronx attended the School of Baseball. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder.

In fine condition. An exceptionally crisp and bold example of the Hall of Famer’s sought-after signature. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1394. Wayne Gretzky. Four

original color 5.25 x 3.5 candid photos of G r e t z k y, a s an Edmonton Oilier, skating in the old Boston Garden against the Bruins, each signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

Extremely rare check from “Anthony M. Lazzeri” 1395. Tony Lazzeri. Bank check, 5.75 x 2.5, filled out and signed

by Lazzeri, “Anthony M. Lazzeri,” payable to Ray Schaepe for $2.00, October 14, 1941. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication and grading holder, evaluating the signature at a grade of ‘8.’

In fine condition, with expected bank stamps and cancellation holes (trivially affecting first letter of signature) and a tiny chip to left edge.

Lazzeri checks are very rare with only a few known examples, and this is the first we have offered and earliest we have encountered.

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The Senator seeks office in a rare letter 1393. Walter Johnson. ALS, one page, 8 x 9.5, personal letterhead,

March 10, 1940. Response to an admirer. In full: “Your letter came and thanks a lot I appreciate hearing from you. They have kept me busy here lately and will I guess till the Primary is over May 6th then if I get through that I will have more work to do. I am sorry I don’t have a photo right now but I will get some soon and would be glad to give you one.”

Affixed to a same-size cardstock sheet. A couple spots of staining to left edge (affecting one word) and slightly trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition. After his baseball career ended Johnson turned to politics—the campaign mentioned here was for the congressional seat in Maryland’s 6th district, which Johnson lost to the incumbent Democrat, William D. Byron. Quite scarce, this is the first Johnson autograph letter we have offered in over a decade. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1396. Vince Lombardi. Green Bay Packers, Inc. business check,

8.25 x 3.25, filled out in another hand and signed by Lombardi, “Vincent Lombardi,” payable to Merrill B. Knowlton for $148.45, May 31, 1960.

In fine condition, with expected bank stamps and cancellation holes (not affecting the signature). Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The rarely seen NCAA coaching legend 1397. Dutch Lonborg. Legendary bas-

ketball coach (1898– 1985) who was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1973. Rare program for a Kansas vs. Iowa State basketball game held on March 10, 1973, featuring Lonborg’s image on the cover, 8.5 x 11, 36 pages, signed and inscribed on the front cover in black felt tip, “Best wishes to Jim—A. C. ‘Dutch’ Lonborg.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1399. Mickey Mantle and Roger Maris. Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Mickey Mantle and Roger Maris posing together during spring training, signed in blue felt tip by both Mantle and Maris. Photo is presented behind Lucite on a 12 x 15 mount with a name plaque at the bottom. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200) 1400. Mickey Mantle. Early vin-

tage ballpoint signature and inscription, “To Jay, My best wishes, a Pal, Mickey Mantle,” on an off-white 3 x 3.5 slip. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. In very good condition, with a heavy central vertical crease passing through the inscription and signature, and light scattered soiling. A highly desirable mid1950s example of Mantle’s signature. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1401. ‘Pistol’ Pete Maravich.

1398. Mickey Mantle and Stan Musial. Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Mantle and Musial posing together before a game, signed in blue felt tip by both Mantle and Musial.

In very fine condition. Precertified Steve Grad/PSA/ DNA and RR Auction COA.…

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Uncommon color 7.25 x 10.5 magazine photo of Maravich on the court with LSU, signed across his leg in red felt tip, “Pistol Pete.”

Affixed to a slightly larger cardstock sheet. In fine condition, with scattered surface marks and a PSA/ DNA label affixed to the lower right. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Unique candid photo of the ‘Brockton Rock’

1404. Roger Maris.

Ballpoint signature, “Roger Maris,” on an off-white card. Impressively double-matted and framed with a biographical plaque and a photo of Maris at Yankee Stadium to an overall size of 23 x 17.5. In fine condition, with a small block of toning to right side (not affecting signature) and slight show-through from a PSA label affixed to reverse.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

1405. Roger Maris.

1402. Rocky Marciano. Vintage glossy 2.75 x 3.75 deckle-edge

candid photo of Marciano standing outside of a building with two other gentlemen, signed along the bottom in fountain pen. In very good condition, with some creasing to edges, light spotting to finish, and some mild soiling to borders. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Beautiful twice-signed baseball card of the former home run king

1403. Roger Maris. Very nice

1979 TCMA Diamond Greats baseball card, 2.5 x 3.5, signed on the front in black felt tip, and also signed again on the reverse in blue ballpoint. In fine condition.

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

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Original glossy 10 x 8 press photo of Maris with Hank Greenberg and Joe DiMaggio at a B’nai B’rith dinner in 1962, signed and inscribed later in blue felt tip, “To Mike, Good luck, Roger Maris.” Reverse bears a UPI stamp and affixed caption. Scattered creases, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1406. Roger Maris.

Vintage matte-finish 7 x 5 photo of Maris with other players, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Bob, Best of luck, Roger Maris.” Also signed in blue ballpoint

by Lee Thomas and signed twice by Leon Wagner. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1407. Roger Maris. Satinfinish 8 x 10 photo of an AP wire photo of Maris hitting his record-breaking home run, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To George Jr., My best always, Roger Maris.” In fine condition, with some scattered light soiling to borders. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1408. NY Mets. Color 20 x 16 cardstock photo collage of the 1969 World Cham-

pion Mets team, limited edition of 2000, signed in blue felt tip by 19 members of the team. Signers are: Wayne Garrett, Ron Swoboda, Cleon Jones, Jerry Grote, J. C. Martin, Donn Clendenon, Don Cardwell, Ron Taylor, Cal Koonce, Jim McAndrew, Jack DiLauro, Rod Gaspar, Gary Gentry, Al Weis, Jerry Koosman, Art Shamsky, Ed Charles, Ed Kranepool, and Ken Boswell. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Scarce signature of the 1938 Heisman winner turned FBI agent 1409. Davey O’Brien.

College Football Hall of Famer (1917–1977) and 1938 Heisman Trophy winner who played college football at Texas Christian University. Vintage fountain pen signature, “David O’Brien T. C. U.,” on an off-white 5.75 x 9 sheet, along with signatures of 16 members of the 1940 Philadelphia Eagles, with Dick Bassi adding a brief note to the collector at the bottom. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope panel, postmarked August 22, 1940. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1410. Mel Ott. Vin-

tage fountain pen signature, “Mel Ott,” on an off-white 3.25 x 4.75 government postcard, postmarked August 5, 1936. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder.

In fine condition, with uniform moderate toning. An ideal example of Ott’s signature from his playing days. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Fantastic 1937 assemblage featuring Honus Wagner, Arky Vaughan, Pie Traynor, and the Waner brothers 1411. Pittsburgh Pirates and Chicago White Sox. Official Spalding National League (Frick) baseball signed in black ink on the sweet spot and side panels by 19 members of the 1937 Pittsburgh Pirates and Chicago White Sox teams, including seven Hall of Famers. Signers are: Honus Wagner, Arky Vaughan, Pie Traynor, Paul Waner, Lloyd Waner, Waite Hoyt, Luke Appling, Cy Blanton, Red Kress, Jimmie Dykes, Bill Swift, Luke Sewell, Al Todd, Zeke Bonura, Johnny Dickshot, Jim Weaver, Mace Brown, Bill Hinchman, and one other. Most signatures a shade light but legible, and scattered surface marks and scuffs, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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Big Papi’s batting gloves 1412. David Ortiz. Ortiz’s black Louisville Slugger TPX batting gloves, both with custom tags sewn onto the inner wrist which read, “Big Papi #34.” Gloves exhibit heavy game use with pine tar and dirt to the palms.

Accompanied by a copy of a letter of authenticity from Sportsworld, which states that the gloves were originally acquired from a Red Sox clubhouse attendant. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Opening day jersey from the World Series MVP 1413. David Ortiz. Ortiz’s game-worn official Majestic Boston Red Sox away jersey from opening day at Yankee Stadium on April 1, 2013, featuring “Boston” across the front, “Ortiz” and his number “34” on the back, and the proper Majestic Authentic Collection manufacturer’s tag sewn on the left tail, with the adjacent tag reading “34 50 ’13,” denoting the jersey number, size, and year. The chest also bears a patch honoring those affected by the Newtown shooting, which all teams wore on opening day. In fine condition, with an MLB authentication hologram affixed to the tag. Although Ortiz was injured at the time and did not play, he was with the team and wore this jersey for the opening ceremonies and duration of the game.

RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Game-used 2009 Red Sox jersey 1414. David Ortiz.

Ortiz’s game-used official Majestic Boston Red Sox home jersey from 2009, featuring “Red Sox” across the front, his number “34” on the back, and the proper Majestic Authentic Collection manufacturer’s tag sewn on the left tail, with the adjacent tag reading “34 52 09,” denoting the jersey number, size, and year. In fine condition, with MLB and Steiner Sports authentication holograms affixed to the tag (Steiner certificate of authenticity not present). RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Game-used during his record-setting 54 homer season 1415. David Ortiz. Ortiz’s

game-used official Rawlings Big Stick baseball bat from the 2006 season, signed in silver ink on the barrel. Barrel displays evidence of heavy use, with ball marks, stitch impressions, and blue ink transfers. In fine condition, with a Steiner Sports label affixed to the barrel. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Steiner Sports. Ortiz led the league in home runs in 2006 with 54, setting a Red Sox single-season record. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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The ‘Sultan of Swat’ takes a mighty swing 1416. Babe Ruth. Vintage glossy 8 x 9.75 photo of Ruth late in his Yankees career, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To my good friend Ralph Woodbury, from Babe Ruth, 5-3-47.” In very good condition, with scattered surface creases (most noticeably to his knee area), inscription and signature slightly faded with some flaking to ink, a slightly trimmed bottom edge, and a block of uniform overall toning from previous display. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. A classic pose of the ‘Bambino.’ RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Ruth gives his agency their cut after appearing on the Bob Hope Variety Show in 1942

1417. Babe Ruth. Personal check, 8 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Ruth, “G. H. Ruth,” payable to the William Morris Agency for $75.00, March 16, 1942. Endorsement on the reverse in an unknown hand reads, “10 per cent of $750.00—Radio program.” In fine condition, with expected stamps and cancellation holes and a slight brush to middle initial. This check to his agency was undoubtedly for his appearance on the “Bob Hope Variety Show” on radio station WEAF, which aired from 10 to 10:30 PM, on Tuesday evening, March 3, 1942. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

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Single-signed and exceptionally bold 1420. Honus Wagner. Official Spalding National League (Frick) baseball signed and inscribed in black ink on the sweet spot, “To Lil, With Best Wishes, Honus Wagner.” Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity and grading from PSA/DNA, evaluating the signature at ‘8’ and the ball at ‘6,’ for an overall grade of ‘7.’ One of the finest signed Wagner baseballs we have encountered. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Desirable Wagner induction day cover, postmarked June 12, 1939, the date of the Hall’s grand opening 1421. Honus Wagner. Com-

memorative Crosby photo cover with a cachet honoring Wagner’s induction and the 100th anniversary of ‘America’s National Game,’ postmarked June 12, 1939, in Cooperstown, New York, signed vertically in fountain pen, “Honus Wagner, Pirates.” This particular example of his signature is indicative of his 1939-1945 style. In fine condition, with a subtle diagonal band of toning to the right side. Though he was one of the first five men elected to the Hall of Fame in 1936, it was not until the Hall’s grand opening in Cooperstown on June 12, 1939, that he was officially inducted. On top of the highly desirable postmark, this cover also features the incredibly rare raised silver ink (these covers were typically printed in purple ink), making it a truly unique piece. One of the finest Wagner signed covers we have ever encountered. Precertified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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1422. Hank Aaron

1423. Hank Aaron

1424. Hank Aaron

1426. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and John Wooden

1427. Muhammad Ali

1428. Muhammad Ali

1430. Muhammad Ali

1431. Muhammad Ali

1432. Muhammad Ali

1433. Muhammad Ali

1434. Muhammad Ali

1435. Muhammad Ali

1436. Muhammad Ali

1437. George Allen

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1425. Hank Aaron MB $100

1429. Muhammad Ali MB $200

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1438. Mel Allen MB $100

1442. Roger Bannister MB $200

1439. Roberto Alomar, Jr MB $100

1443. Len Barker MB $100

1440. Mario Andretti MB $100

1444. Ed Barrow

1441. Alexis Arguello and Aaron Pryor MB $100

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1445. Baseball Hall of Famers MB $100

1446. Baseball Hall of Famers

1447. Baseball: 300 Win Club

1448. Baseball: MVPs

1449. Bert Bell

1450. Yogi Berra

1451. Rocky Bleier

1452. Wade Boggs

1453. Boston Celtics

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1454. Boston Red Sox

1455. Boston Red Sox

1456. Boxing Greats

1457. James J. Braddock

1458. Lou Brock

1459. Jim Brown

1460. Jim Brown

1461. Kobe Bryant

1462. Kobe Bryant

1463. Rubin ‘Hurricane’ Carter and John Artis

1464. Rubin ‘Hurricane’ Carter

1465. Norm Cash

1467. Wilt Chamberlain and John Havlicek

1468. Wilt Chamberlain

1469. Wilt Chamberlain

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1466. Celtic Greats MB $200

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1470. Wilt Chamberlain

1471. Wilt Chamberlain

1472. Chicago Bears

1473. Chicago Bears

1474. Bob Clarke

1475. Roger Clemens

1476. Roger Clemens

1477. Cleveland Browns

1478. College Football Coaches

1479. Tony Conigliaro

1480. Jack Coombs

1481. Roger Craig

1482. Al Davis

1483. Jack Dempsey and Packey O’Gatty

1484. Jack Dempsey

1485. Jack Dempsey

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1486. Jack Dempsey

1487. Detroit Tigers

1488. Bill Dickey

1489. DiMaggio Brothers

1490. Joe DiMaggio

1491. Joe DiMaggio

1492. Joe DiMaggio

1493. Joe DiMaggio

1494. Tony Dorsett MB $100

1495. Dream Team: Jordan, Bird and Johnson

1496. Don Drysdale

1497. Don Drysdale

1498. Dale Earnhardt

1499. Mal Elward

1500. John Elway

1501. English Channel Swimmers

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1502. Julius Erving

1503. Julius Erving

1504. Julius Erving

1505. Bob Feller

1506. Bob Feller

1507. Wes Ferrell

1508. Carlton Fisk

1509. Football

1510. Football Hall of Famers

1511. Football Hall of Famers

1512. Whitey Ford

1513. Whitey Ford

1514. Whitey Ford

1515. Formula One Racing

1516. Nellie Fox

1517. Bart Giamatti and Pete Rose

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1518. Bob Gibson

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1520. Golf: 1997 Ryder Cup

1521. Golf: Grand Slam Winners

1522. Golf: Masters Champions

1523. Golf: Masters Champions

1524. Golf: Nicklaus, Palmer and Woods

1525. Golf: Runyan and Ball

1526. Golf: Sarazen, Snead and Nelson

1527. Golf: US Open

1528. Golfers

1529. Hank Greenberg

1530. Hank Greenberg

1531. Wayne Gretzky

1532. Wayne Gretzky

1533. Wayne Gretzky

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1519. Golf

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1534. Wayne Gretzky

1535. Ken Griffey, Jr

1536. Archie Griffin

1537. Will Harridge

1538. Heisman Trophy Winners

1539. Rollie Hemsley

1540. Hockey MB $200

1541. Hockey: 1980 Olympic Team

1542. Gil Hodges

1543. Larry Holmes

1544. Horse Racing

1545. Horse Racing

1546. Horse Racing

1547. Horse Racing: Cauthen and Velasquez

1548. Horse Racing: Kentucky Derby Winners

1549. Horse Racing: Mike Smith

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1550. Horse Racing: Triple Crown Winners

1551. Horse Racing: Ron Turcotte

1552. Horse Racing: Ron Turcotte

1553. Elston Howard

1554. Gordie Howe

1555. Carl Hubbell and Lefty Gomez

1556. Carl Hubbell

1557. Bobby Hull

1558. Beau Jack and Bob Montgomery

1559. Lebron James

1560. Derek Jeter

1561. Magic Johnson

1562. Randy Johnson

1563. Roy Jones, Jr

1564. Michael Jordan

1565. Al Kaline

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1566. Anatoly Karpov

1567. Ralph Kiner

1568. Don King

1569. Mark Koenig

1570. Olga Korbut

1571. Sandy Koufax

1572. Sandy Koufax

1573. Sandy Koufax

1574. LA Lakers

1575. LA Lakers MB $100

1576. LA Rams: Fearsome Foursome

1577. LA Rams: Fearsome Foursome

1579. Willie LaMorte

1580. Don Larsen

1581. Tommy Lasorda

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1582. Rod Laver

1583. Bobby Layne

1584. Mario Lemieux

1586. Bris Lord

1587. Peyton Manning

1588. Peyton Manning

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1585. Bob Lilly MB $100

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1589. Mickey Mantle and Don Mattingly MB $100

1590. Mickey Mantle and Yogi Berra

1591. Mickey Mantle

1592. Mickey Mantle

1593. Mickey Mantle

1594. Mickey Mantle

1595. Dan Marino

1596. Billy Martin

1597. Billy Martin

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1598. Daisuke Matsuzaka

1599. Don Mattingly

1600. Willie Mays

1601. Willie Mays

1602. Willie McCovey

1603. Milwaukee Brewers

1604. Joe Montana

1605. Willie Mosconi

1608. Stan Musial

1609. Stan Musial

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1606. Eddie Murray MB $100

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1607. Danny Murtaugh and Joe Frazier

1610. Notre Dame Football MB $100

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1611. NY Islanders MB $100

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1612. NY Jets MB $150

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1613. NY Knicks MB $200

1614. NY Mets

1615. NY Mets

1616. NY Yankee Greats

1617. NY Yankees

1618. NY Yankees

1619. NY Yankees

1620. NY Yankees

1621. NY Yankees

1622. NY Yankees

1623. NY Yankees

1624. Paul O’Neill

1625. Olympic Medalists

1626. Olympics

1627. Alexander Ovechkin

1628. Satchel Paige

1629. Satchel Paige

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1630. Arnold Palmer

1631. Arnold Palmer

1632. Bernie Parent

1633. Floyd Patterson

1634. Chris Paul

1635. Walter Payton

1636. Walter Payton

1637. Pele

1638. Harvey Penick

1639. Philadelphia Phillies

1640. Jorge Posada

1641. Albert Pujols

1642. Manny Ramirez

1643. Grantland Rice

1644. Jerry Rice

1645. Maurice Richard

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1646. Mariano Rivera

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1648. Pete Rose and Dale Murphy

1649. Pete Rose

1650. Pete Rose

1651. Pete Rose

1652. Pete Rose

1653. Pete Rose

1654. Pete Rose

1655. Pete Rose

1656. Pete Rose

1657. Pete Rose

1658. Bill Russell and Red Auerbach

1659. Bill Russell and Wilt Chamberlain

1660. Bill Russell and Wilt Chamberlain

1661. Bill Russell

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1647. Frank Robinson

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1662. Nolan Ryan

1663. Nolan Ryan

1664. Barry Sanders

1665. Barry Sanders

1666. Gale Sayers

1667. Gale Sayers

1668. Bo Schembechler

1669. Vic Seixas

1670. Simon’s All-Time Greats

1671. Edward ‘Gunboat’ Smith

1672. Emmitt Smith

1673. Hope Solo

1674. Sports

1675. Roger Staubach

1676. Casey Stengel

1677. Ichiro Suzuki

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1678. Ichiro Suzuki

1679. Tennis

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1682. Pat Tillman and the Arizona Cardinals MB $200

1685. Mike Tyson MB $100

1690. Jerry West MB $100

1680. Tennis: Wimbledon Champions

1681. Isiah Thomas

1683. LaDainian Tomlinson

1684. Mike Tyson

1687. Johnny Unitas MB $100

1688. US Olympic Gymnastics Team

1692. Ted Williams

1693. Ted Williams

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1686. Johnny Unitas MB $100

1691. Ted Williams MB $100

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1694. Ted Williams

1695. Ted Williams

1696. Dave Winfield

1697. John Wooden

1698. John Wooden

1699. John Wooden

1700. John Wooden

1701. Tiger Woods

1702. Tiger Woods

1703. Tiger Woods

1704. Tiger Woods

1705. Wrestlers

1706. Carl Yastrzemski

1707. Wally Yonamine

1708. Steve Young

1709. Robin Yount

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Auctioneer and Auction: 1. This Auction is presented by RR Auction, a d/b/a/ of R&R Auction Company, LLC, as identified with the applicable licensing information on the title page of the catalog or on the www.RRauction.com Internet site (the “Auctioneer”). The Auction is conducted under these Terms and Conditions of Sale and applicable state and local law. Announcements and corrections from the podium at live auctions and those made through the Terms and Conditions of Sale appearing on the Internet at RRauction.com supersede those in the printed catalog.

Bidder/Bidders: 2. “Bidder” or “Bidders” shall mean the original Bidder of the property from 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.

3. The rights granted to Bidders under these Terms and 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. Any attempt to assign or transfer any such rights shall be absolutely void and unenforceable. No third party may rely on any benefit or right conferred on any Bidder by these Terms and Conditions of Sale.

4. Bids will not be accepted from minor persons under eighteen (18) years of age without a parent’s written consent containing an acknowledgment that the Terms and Conditions of Sale herein and indicating their agreement to be bound thereby on behalf of the Bidder.

5. Any person participating or registering for the Auction agrees to be bound by and accepts these Terms and Conditions of Sale.

6. All Bidders must meet Auctioneer’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.

7. 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.

8. By accepting the Terms and Conditions of Sale, Bidder personally and unconditionally guarantees payment. If the Bidder is a corporation, the officers, directors, and principals of the corporation hereby agree to personally and unconditionally guarantee payment as part of the corporation’s agreement to bid. 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 each principal, director and officer that they each personally and unconditionally guarantee any payment due RR Auction Credit: 9. In order to place bids, Bidders who have not established credit with the Auctioneer must either furnish satisfactory credit information (including two collectibles-related business references) or supply valid credit card information, 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 Auctioneer. 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 Auctioneer’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: 10. All bids are subject to a Buyer’s Premium which is in addition to the placed successful bid. The buyer’s premium will be added to the successful bid price and is payable by the Bidder as part of the total purchase price. The Bidder acknowledges and agrees that a 20% Buyer’s Premium will be added to the hammer price on all individual lots if payment is made by cash, check or wire payments. RR Auction may accept a current and valid VISA or MasterCard, credit or debit cards and/or PayPal for payment for winning bids under $5,000.00, but under the express condition that any property purchased by credit or debit card shall not be refundable, returnable, or exchangeable, and that no credit to Buyer’s credit or debit card account will be issued under any circumstances. In addition, there will be an additional 2.5% buyer’s Premium for Bidders who chose to pay via credit card or Paypal for invoices of $5,000 or less. The last sentence constitutes RR Auction’s “official policy” regarding returns, refunds, and exchanges where credit or debit cards are used. For payment other than by cash, delivery will not be made unless and until full payment has been actually received

by RR Auction, i.e., check has fully cleared or credit or debit card funds fully obtained. Unless otherwise agreed in a 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.

Bidding: 11. By submitting a bid, whether online, in person, by mail, by phone, by facsimile or through an employee or agent, the Bidder acknowledges (i) receipt of the catalogue, (ii) that the Bidder has read the Terms and Conditions of Sale and the descriptions for the lots on which they have bid, and (iii) that they agree to adhere to these Terms and Conditions of Sale.

12. 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 this Catalogue, 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. 13. 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 20% Buyer’s Premium) that the Bidder is willing and able to pay. Since other Bidders (by mail, facsimile and in person) will be present, and since a re-offering could damage the momentum of the sale, once the hammer has fallen and the Auctioneer has announced the winning Bidder, such Bidder is unconditionally bound to pay for the lot, even if the Bidder has made a mistake.

14. If the description of any lot in the catalogue is 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 sale date. NO RETURN OR REFUND OF ANY AUCTION LOT WILL BE CONSIDERED EXCEPT BY REASON OF LACK OF AUTHENTICITY, UNLESS OTHERWISE PROVIDED IN THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE. 15. 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.

16. 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.

17. 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.

18. 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.

19. By bidding in this sale, Bidder personally and unconditionally guarantees payment. If the Bidder is a corporation, the officers, directors, and principals of the corporation hereby agree to personally and unconditionally guarantee payment as part of the corporation’s agreement to bid. 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 each principal, director and officer that they each personally and unconditionally guarantee any payment due RR Auction.

20. RR Auction may at its sole and absolute discretion, make loans or advances to Consignors and/or prospective Bidders.

21. If a dispute arises concerning ownership of a lot that has been bid upon during the course of the sale, RR Auction reserves the right to commence a statutory interpleader proceeding at the expense of the Consignor and successful Bidder and any other applicable party, and in such event shall be entitled to its reasonable attorney’s fees and costs.

22. In the event of a successful challenge to the title to any goods purchased, 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 Commission 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: 23. Non-Internet bids (including but not limited to podium, fax, phone and mail bids) are treated similar to floor bids in that they must be onincrement. Any podium, fax, 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 your high bid.

24. When identical mail or FAX 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. Auctioneer is not responsible for executing mail bids or FAX bids received on or after the day the first lot is sold, nor Internet bids submitted after the published closing time; nor is Auctioneer responsible for proper execution of bids submitted by telephone, mail, FAX, e-mail, Internet, or in person once the Auction begins.

25. In internet only Auctions, bids on an item must raise the current high bid by at least 10%. 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 the auctioneer.

26. 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 the Auctioneer 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). Bidders participating in both live and online auctions acknowledge that the law provides for substantial penalties in the form of treble damages and attorneys’ fees and costs for those who violate these provisions. For live auctions the auctioneer will have final discretion in the event that any dispute should arise between bidders. The auctioneer 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 our sale record is conclusive.

Payment: 27. Subject to fulfillment of all of the Terms and Conditions of Sale set forth herein, at the close of the Auction, title to the offered lot will pass to the highest bidder acknowledged by RR Auction, and such 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 we 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 thirteen (13) business days following its sale and if it is not so removed, (i) a handling charge of 1% of the total purchase price per month from the 13th day after the sale until its removal will be payable to RR Auction by the Bidder, with a minimum of 5% of the total purchase price for any property not so removed within 60 days after the sale, and (ii) RR Auction may send the purchased property to a public warehouse for the account, at the risk and expense of the Bidder.

28. Payment is due upon closing of the Auction session, or upon presentment of an invoice. Auctioneer 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, Auctioneer’s election to void a sale does not relieve the Bidder from their obligation to pay Auctioneer its fees (seller’s and buyer’s premium) on the lot and any other damages pertaining to the lot.

29. 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) business day hold, and ten (10) days when drawn on an international bank. Clients with pre-arranged credit status may receive immediate credit for payments via Check, personal or corporate checks.

All others will be subject to a hold of five (5) days, or more, for the funds to clear prior to releasing merchandise.

30. 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.

31. If any Auction invoice submitted by Auctioneer is not paid in full when due, the unpaid balance will bear interest at the highest rate permitted by law from the date of invoice until paid. Any invoice not paid when due will bear a one and one-half per cent (1.5%) late fee on the invoice amount. If the Auctioneer refers any invoice to an attorney for collection, the buyer agrees to pay attorney’s fees, court costs, and other collection costs incurred by Auctioneer. If Auctioneer 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.

32. If any applicable conditions herein are not complied with the Bidder will be in default and in addition to any and all other remedies available to RR Auction and the Consignor by law, including, without limitation, the right to hold the Bidder liable for the total purchase price, including all fees, charges and expenses more fully set forth herein, RR Auction, may (a) cancel the sale of that, or any other lots sold to the defaulting Bidder at the same or any other auction, retaining as liquidated damages all payments made by the Bidder, or (b) resell the purchased property, whether at public auction or by private sale, or (c) effect any combination thereof. In any case, the Bidder will be liable for any deficiency, any and all costs, handling charges, late charges, ex-

penses of both sales, RR Auction’s commissions on both sales at our regular rates, legal fees and expenses, collection fees and incidental damages. RR Auction may apply any proceeds of sale then due or thereafter becoming due to the Bidder from RR Auction or any affiliated company, or any payment made by the Bidder to RR Auction or any affiliated company, where or not intended to reduce the Bidder’s obligations with respect to the unpaid lot or lots, to the deficiency and any other amounts due to RR Auction or any affiliated companies. In addition, a defaulting Bidder will be deemed to have granted and assigned to RR Auction a continuing security interest of first priority in any property or money of RR Auction’s owing to such Bidder in RR Auction’s possession, and RR Auction may retain and apply such property or money as collateral security for the obligations due to RR Auction.

Payment will not be deemed to have been made in full until RR Auction has collected good funds. In the event the Bidder fails to pay any or all of the total purchase price for any lot and RR Auction elects to pay the Consignor any portion of the sale proceeds, the Bidder acknowledges that RR Auction shall have all of the rights of the Consignor to pursue the Bidder for any amounts paid to the Consignor, whether at law, in equity, or under these Terms and Conditions of Sale.

33. Auctioneer shall have a lien against the merchandise purchased by the buyer to secure payment of the Auction invoice. Auctioneer is further granted a lien and the right to retain possession of any other property of the buyer then held by the Auctioneer or its affiliates to secure payment of any Auction invoice or any other amounts due the Auctioneer or affiliates from the buyer. With respect to these lien rights, Auctioneer 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 buyer waives any and all rights of offset he might otherwise have against the Auctioneer and the consignor of the merchandise included on the invoice. If a Bidder owes Auctioneer or its affiliates on any account, Auctioneer 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.

34. Title shall not pass to the successful Bidder until all invoices are paid in full. It is the responsibility of the buyer to provide adequate insurance coverage for the items once they have been delivered to a common carrier or third-party shipper.

35. Please send PayPal payments to FinanceDepartment@rrauction. com. All checks, cashiers checks or money orders are payable to R&R Auction Company, LLC. Orders paid by cashier check, money order, wire, Pay Pal or credit card are shipped upon receipt.

Wire Information: Account number: 003880291609 Company name: R & R Auction Company, LLC Routing/Transit (ABA) Number: 0260-0959-3 SWIFT Address: BOFAUS3N Bank Address: Bank of America 500 Amherst Street Nashua, NH 03063 Delivery; Shipping; and Handling Charges: 36. Bidder is liable for shipping and handling. Auctioneer 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 the credit card on file with Auctioneer.

37. Successful international Bidders shall provide written shipping instructions, including specified Customs declarations, to the Auctioneer for any lots to be delivered outside of the United States. NOTE: Declaration value shall be the item’(s) hammer price together with its buyer’s premium and Auctioneer shall use the correct harmonized code for the lot. Domestic Buyers on lots designated for third-party shipment must designate the common carrier, accept risk of loss, and prepay shipping costs.

Title: 38. On the fall of the auctioneer’s hammer, title to the offered lot will pass to the highest bidder acknowledged by RR Auction but fully subject to Buyer’s compliance with all of the terms of the Conditions of Sale and the Registration Form.

Rights Reserved: 39. 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: 40. RR Auction reserves the right to postpone the auction sale 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.

41. RR Auction reserves the right to withdraw any lot at any time, even after the hammer has fallen, until the Bidder has taken physical possession of the lot. No Consignor who has registered to bid at the sale (or at any other time unless otherwise provided in the consignment agreement), or any Bidder or prospective Bidder shall have a right to claim any consequential damages if a lot is withdrawn, even after the sale.

42. The highest qualified Bidder recognized by the Auctioneer shall be the Buyer. In the event of a tie bid, the earliest bid received or recognized wins. In the event of any dispute between any Bidders at an Auction, Auctioneer may at his sole discretion reoffer the lot. Auctioneer’s decision and declaration of the winning Bidder shall be final and binding upon all Bidders. Bids properly offered, whether by floor Bidder or other means of bidding, may on occasion be missed or go unrecognized; in such cases, the Auctioneer may declare the recognized bid accepted as the winning bid, regardless of whether a competing bid may have been higher. Auctioneer reserves the right after the hammer falls to accept bids and reopen bidding for bids placed through the Internet or otherwise.

43. Lots bearing bidding estimates shall open at Auctioneer’s discretion. In the event that no bid meets or exceeds that opening amount, the lot shall pass as unsold.

44. All items are to be purchased per lot as numerically indicated and no lots will be broken unless decided by RR Auction. Auctioneer reserves the right to withdraw, prior to the close, any lots from the Auction.

45. Auctioneer reserves the right to rescind the sale in the event of nonpayment, breach of a warranty, disputed ownership, failure to execute the reserve, auctioneer’s clerical error or omission in exercising bids and reserves, or for any other reason and in Auctioneer’s sole discretion.

46. Auctioneer occasionally experiences Internet and/or Server service outages, and Auctioneer periodically schedules system downtime for maintenance and other purposes, during which Bidders cannot participate or place bids. If such outages occur, RR Auction may at our discretion extend bidding for the Auction. Bidders unable to place their Bids through the Internet are directed to contact Client Services at 1-603-732-4280.

47. The Auctioneer 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.

Internet Auction – Extended bidding & the 30 Minute Rule: 48. Any bidder may bid on any lot prior to 6 pm. At that time, the Extended Bidding goes into effect. If you have not bid on a lot before 6 pm, you may not bid on that lot after 6 pm. Only those bidders who have placed bids on a lot before 6 pm will be allowed to bid on that lot after 6 pm. If you are the only bidder on a lot at 6 pm, that lot is awarded

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

Auctioneer’s Discretion: 49. RR Auction shall determine opening bids and bidding increments.

The auctioneer has the right in its absolute discretion to reject any bid in the event of dispute between bidders or if the auctioneer 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. The auctioneer also may reject any bid and withdraw the lot from sale if the auctioneer decides either that any opening bid is below the reserve of the lot or article or that an advance is insufficient. Unless otherwise announced by the auctioneer at the time of sale, no lots may be divided for the purpose of sale.

Reserves: 50. 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.

Off-Site Bidding: 51. Bidding by telephone, facsimile-transmission (fax-in), on-line, 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’ Remedies: 52. Failure of the Bidder/Buyer 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/Buyer liable for the Purchase Price or to charge and collect from the defaulting Bidder/Buyer’s credit or debit accounts as provided for elsewhere herein: (a) cancel the sale, retaining any payment made by the Buyer as damages (the Bidder/Buyer 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/Buyer interest on the Purchase Price at the rate of one and one-half per cent (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’ rights and remedies. Should RR Auction resell the property, the original defaulting buyer 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 buyer 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 buyer 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 buyer’s obligations to RR Auction, any property in RR Auction’ possession owned by such buyer.

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 state of New Hampshire.

Warranties: 53. RR Auction does not provide any warranties to Bidders or Buyers, whether expressed or implied, beyond those expressly provided for 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 merchant ability 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 Buyer 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.

54. All descriptions, photographs, illustrations, and terminology including but not limited to words describing condition (including any condition reports requested by Bidder, see also Generally 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.

55. 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.

56. FIREARMS. Auctioneer 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.

Important Notice: Many identical versions of props and costumes are created for film and television productions in the normal course of a production. RR Auction does not warrant or represent that the screen shots referenced are exact images of the offered item (unless specifically noted in the written description). Use of a screen shot does not constitute a warranty or representation of authenticity or provenance.

There is not a right of return or refund based upon a claim arising out of or pertaining to any reference to a screen shot.

57. Lots and property are not returnable to RR Auction for any reason except under Buyer’s limited Remedies set forth in Sections 58 and 59 below and under the express terms and conditions of Section 58.

Limitation of Damages: 58. In the event that RR Auction is prevented for any reason from delivering any property to Buyer or Buyer 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 Buyer. 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: 59. 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 Terms and Conditions of Sale, any term or condition set forth on the 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 on by Bidder as a statement, representation or warranty of RR Auction.

Buyer’s Remedies: 60. Under no circumstance will RR Auction incur liability to a Bidder in excess of the purchase price actually paid. The terms and conditions of sale herein described shall be enforced in accordance with, and governed by the laws of the State of New Hampshire.

61. This section sets forth the sole and exclusive remedies of Buyer in conformity with Sections 51-55 (“Warranties”) and 56 (“Limitation of Damages”) herein, and is expressly in lieu of any other rights or remedies which might be available to Buyer by law. The Buyer hereby accepts the benefit of the consignor’s warranty of title and any other representations and warranties made by the consignor for the Buyer’s benefit. In the event that Buyer proves in writing to RR Auction satisfaction that there was a breach of the consignor’s warranty of title concerning a lot purchased by Buyer, RR Auction shall make demand upon the consignor to pay to Buyer 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 Buyer within thirty days after such demand, RR Auction shall disclose the identity of the consignor to Buyer and assign to Buyer all of RR Auction’ 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 Buyer only and they may not be assigned or relied upon by any transferee or assignee under any circumstances.

62. All Lots sold by RR Auction are accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. On any lot presented with a Certificate of Authenticity (“COA”) issued by RR Auction, that warranty insures only to the original Bidder (as shown in Auctioneer’s records) “Bidder”. Bidder may not transfer the rights afforded under the COA and it is null and void when Bidder transfers or attempts to transfer the lot. The COA warranty is valid from date of the auction in which Bidder was awarded the lot to five (5) years after its purchase. The COA warranty is valid as to its attribution to the person or entity described or to the lot’s usage. The Bidder as well as their heirs, successors and assigns is also given an unconditional lifetime guaranteed that allows the present owner of any lot purchased through RR Auction the right to consign with RR Auction. When the lot is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity (or its equivalent) from a third-party authentication provider, buyer has no right of return. On lots not accompanied by third-party authentication or under extremely limited circumstances not including authenticity (e.g. gross cataloging error), a Bidder who did not bid from the floor may request Auctioneer to evaluate voiding a sale; such request must be made in writing detailing the alleged gross error, and submission of the lot to Auctioneer must be pre-approved by Auctioneer. A Bidder must notify the appropriate department head in writing of the Bidder’s request within three (3) days of the non-floor bidder’s receipt of the lot.

Any lot that is to be evaluated for return must be received at the office of RR Auction within 35 days after Auction. AFTER THAT 35 DAY PERIOD, NO LOT MAY BE RETURNED FOR ANY REASONS. Lots

returned must be in the same condition as when sold and must include any Certificate of Authenticity. If a bidder wishes to challenge the Letter of Authenticity within the five (5) year warranty period, Bidder must present with the claim, authoritative written evidence that the lot is not authentic as determined by a known expert in the field. If Auctioneer concurs that the lot is not as represented, Bidder shall be refunded their purchase price. If the Auctioneer denies the claim, the Bidder may file the dispute with the American Arbitration Association with locale in Hillsborough County, New Hampshire, before a single selected Arbitrator selected by the American Arbitration Association. The American Arbitration Association arbitration shall be conducted under the provisions of the Federal Arbitration Act and the Bidder consents to jurisdiction in the State of New Hampshire. The challenge to Authenticity must be brought within one (1) year if the Auctioneer denies the claim. After one (1) year, the Bidder hereby releases and discharges RR Auction from any and all legal, equitable, administrative and/or other claims, counterclaims, demands, setoffs, defenses, accounts, suits, debts, dues, actions, causes of action, proceedings, arbitrations, damages, executions, judgments, findings, controversies and disputes, whether known or unknown or suspected or unsuspected, whether in law or equity, that the Bidder have or may have had against RR Auction arising from or relating to any claim whatsoever. Specifically, the COA provided by RR Auction, does not provide for incidental or consequential damages or other indirect damages. Any lot sold with a certificate of authenticity or other warranty from an entity other than Auctioneer is subject to such issuing entity’s rules and such conditions are the sole remedy afforded to Bidder. For information as to third party authentication warranties the bidder is directed to contact RR Auction.

RR Auction’ Additional Services: 63. For Buyers who do not remove purchased property from RR Auction’ premises, RR Auction, in its sole discretion and solely as a service and accommodation to Buyers, may arrange to have purchased lots packed, insured and forwarded at the sole request, expense, and risk of Buyer. RR Auction assumes no and disclaims all responsibility and liability for acts or omissions in such packing or shipping by RR Auction or other packers and carriers, whether or not recommended by RR Auction. RR Auction assumes no and disclaims all responsibility and liability for damage to frames, glass or other breakable items. Where RR Auction arranges and bills for such services via invoice or credit card, RR Auction will include an administration charge.

Headings: 64. Headings are for convenience only and shall not be used to interpret the substantive sections to which they refer.

Entire Agreement: 65. 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.

66. If any section of these Terms and 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.

67. These Terms and Conditions of Sale and the auction shall be construed and enforced in accordance with, and governed by, the laws of the State of New Hampshire, whether or not the auction is and these Terms and Conditions of Sale are fully performed in New Hampshire.

AUCTION GENERAL GUIDELINES Conditions of Sale: Before you bid, you must read the Terms and Conditions of Sale, immediately preceding these pages. They represent a contract between RR Auction and you, and they contain important terms and conditions

such as jurisdiction, payment terms, warranties and remedies. The Conditions of Sale are controlling over these general guidelines in the event of any conflicts between their respective terms.

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. 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.

Estimates 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).

Reserves: The reserve is the minimum price the seller is willing to accept and below which a lot will not be sold.

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.

Buyer’s Premium and Sales Tax: The actual purchase price will be the sum of the final bid price plus the buyer’s premium of 20% of the hammer price plus applicable shipping, convenience and handling charges. In addition, there will be an additional 2.5% buyer’s Premium for Bidders who chose to pay via credit card or Paypal for invoices of $5,000 or less.

Before the Auction: You may attend pre-sale viewing for all of our auctions at no charge.

All property to be auctioned is usually on view for several days prior to the sale. You are encouraged to examine lots thoroughly. You may also request condition reports (see below). RR Auction’s staff are available at viewings and by appointment.

Contact Information: 5 Rt 101A, Suite 5 • Amherst, NH 03031 Local/International: 1-603-732-4280 Local/Int’l fax: 1-603-732-4288 Website: www.RRAuction.com Email bidding: Bid@RRAuction.com Hours of Operation: Office hours are Mon-Fri, 9 a.m. -5 p.m. eastern standard time; hours on the last night of the auction are dictated by the 30 Minute Rule (see below). Any item in the auction can be viewed in our offices during normal business hours. Please call to set up an appointment.

You must acknowledge having read your agreement with all of the Terms and Conditions of Sale prior to your registration and prior to your bidding on any lot.

Bidding Live Auction: 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 at or above the reserve.

The auctioneer will not specifically identify bids placed on behalf of the consignor to protect the reserve.

Maximum Bids – Internet Auction Only: To maximize your chance of winning, we strongly encourage the use of maximum bids. For example, assume an item you want currently has a high bid of $100. Your bid would then be $110 (10% over $100), and you could tell us, “I’d like a maximum bid of $242 for that item.” We will enter your bid at $110, and we will then bid for you until the lot reaches your maximum of $242. If competitive bids only reach $148, you would win the item at $163—10% over the highest previous bid. To prevent

tie bids, all maximum bids should be made in proper increments. Maximum bids are strictly confidential. Placing arbitrary, non-incremental bids on lots with prior maximum bids may result in these lots being sold for less than 10% above the under bidder’s bid.

Bid Increments: Bids on an item must raise the current high bid by at least 10% or at the discretion of the auctioneer.

Checking Bids – Internet Auction Only: You can open, monitor, and/or raise bids as often as you wish. However, all bidding is governed by the 30 Minute Rule and extended bidding. Extended bidding always goes into effect at 6 pm on the last day of the auction. At 7 pm, the extended bidding ends and the 30 Minute Rule goes into effect.

Callbacks – Internet Auction Only: RRAuction offers a callback service on auction night for any bidder who has the high bid on an item whose current bid is over $1,000 and who has placed a maximum bid. At your request, we will call you if your maximum bid is topped. We will need your correct telephone number(s) where you can be reached until the auction closes. Callbacks begin after 6 pm on auction night. You must request this service; it is not automatic. We make every effort to ensure that bidders who request a callback are contacted if outbid; however, we do not guarantee this service.

Bidding - Internet Auction: 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. If you have questions about this feature, please call RR Auction well in advance of the auction. Winning bidders will be notified by RR Auction. RR Auction is not and cannot be 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.

Bidding - Internet – Live Auction: During live Auctions, internet bids can be placed in real time through the following services: www.artfact.com and www.icollector.com. On some occasions beyond the control of RR Auction, the bid software or the Internet itself may not physically keep up with the pace of the auction. In order to help avoid disappointment, RR Auction recommends placing a realistic absentee bid now. Since Artfact and iCollector (hereinfafter referred to as “Third Party sites”) bids are not shown to RR Auction until RR Auction opens the lot on the floor, RR Auction treats those bids the same as floor or telephone bids. In most cases, however, the floor and/or telephone responds before the Third Party sites bid is presented, due to Live Internet bid software or Internet lag time, so for consistency it is RR Auction’ policy that floor bids and telephone bids are always considered first over Third Party sites bids with floor bids being considered before telephone bids. Also please note that all RR Auction lots purchased through the Third Party sites carry an additional Buyer’s Premium. RR Auction strongly urges the bidder to resolve any questions about these policies or their implementation PRIOR TO BIDDING. Successful Bids: The fall of the auctioneer’s hammer indicates the final bid. RR Auction will record the paddle number of the buyer. If your salesroom or absentee bid is successful, you will be notified after the sale by mailed or emailed invoice.

Unsold Lots: If a lot does not reach the reserve, it is bought-in. In other words, it remains unsold and is returned to the consignor. The Auctioneer 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.

After the Auction - Payment: You are expected to pay for your purchases in full within thirteen (13) calendar days of the auction or within twelve (12) calendar days of the invoice date. (See Generally “Payment” §27 through 35 of the Term

and Conditions of Sale).

Shipping: After payment has been made in full, RR Auction may, as a service to buyers, arrange to have property packed, insured and shipped at your request and expense. For shipping information, please contact RR Auction at (603) 732-4280. In circumstances in which RR Auction arranges and bills for such services via invoice or credit card, we will also include an administration charge. Packages shipped internationally will have full value declared on shipping form. (See Generally “Delivery; Shipping; and Handling Charges” §36 and 37 of the Term and Conditions of Sale).

At our discretion, some orders of high value may be sent via overnight or two-day service. Insurance is added to each invoice, with a minimum of $2 for the first $200 of value and 55¢ per $100 of value over $200.

Oversized orders will have additional postage added to their invoices.

Within the United States, rates for shipping and handling only are: $0–$100..........................................$10 $101–$500.......................................$15 $501–$1,000....................................$20 $1,001–$3,000.................................$35 $3,001–$10,000...............................$45 Over $10,000.................................$100 Additional Cataloging, Warranties and Disclaimers: NO WARRANTY, WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, IS MADE WITH RESPECT TO ANY DESCRIPTION CONTAINED IN THIS AUCTION OR ANY SECOND OPINE. Any description of the items or second opinion contained in this Auction is for the sole purpose of identifying the items for those Bidders who do not have the opportunity to view the lots prior to bidding, and no description of items has been made part of the basis of the bargain or has created any express warranty that the goods would conform to any description made by Auctioneer.

Color variations can be expected in any electronic or printed imaging, and are not grounds for the return of any lot.

Auctioneer is selling only such right or title to the items being sold as Auctioneer may have by virtue of consignment agreements on the date of auction and disclaims any warranty of title to the Property. Auctioneer disclaims any warranty of merchantability or fitness for any particular purposes. All images, descriptions, sales data, and archival records are the exclusive property of Auctioneer, and may be used by Auctioneer for advertising, promotion, archival records, and any other uses deemed appropriate.

Release: In consideration of participation in the Auction and the placing of a bid, Bidder expressly releases Auctioneer, its officers, directors and employees, its affiliates, and its outside experts that provide second opinion, from any and all claims, cause of action, chose of action, whether at law or equity or any arbitration or mediation rights existing under the rules of any professional society or affiliation based upon the assigned description, or a derivative theory, breach of warranty express or implied, representation or other matter set forth within these Terms and Conditions of Auction or otherwise. In the event of a claim, Bidder agrees that such rights and privileges conferred therein are strictly construed as specifically declared herein; e.g., authenticity, gross cataloging error, etc. and is the exclusive remedy. Bidder, by non-compliance to these express terms of a granted remedy, shall waive any claim against Auctioneer.

Some Property sold by Auctioneer are inherently dangerous e.g. firearms, and items that may be swallowed or ingested or may have latent defects all of which may cause harm to a person. Bidder accepts all risk of loss or damage from its purchase of these items and Auctioneer disclaims any liability whether under contract or tort for damages and losses, direct or inconsequential, and expressly disclaims any warranty as to safety or usage of any lot sold.

Dispute Resolution and Arbitration Provision: Bidder and RR Auction agree that any agreements between the Bidder and RR Auction including but not limited to these Conditions of Sale are entered into in Amherst, New Hampshire, which is where the agreements are to be performed and the auction to take place,

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. Both RR Auction and the Bidder agree that any disputes under these Conditions of Sale, the subject matter hereof, the entering into, or any aspect of the auction, shall be exclusively governed by New Hampshire law, and that any and all claims or actions shall be brought and maintained only in Hillsborough County, New Hampshire. THE PARTIES EXPRESSLY WAIVE ANY RIGHT TO TRIAL BY JURY. The Bidder hereby consents that any dispute shall be presented in confidential binding arbitration before a single selected Arbitrator selected by the American Arbitration Association. The Bidder and RR Auction herby agree that the dispute shall go to binding arbitration in accordance with the commercial rules of the American Arbitration Association. The American Arbitration Association arbitration shall be conducted under the provisions of the Federal Arbitration Act and the Bidder consents to jurisdiction in the State of New Hampshire.

Any dispute, claim, cause of action must be brought within one (1) year of the alleged breach, default or misrepresentation or the claim is waived. After one (1) year, the Bidder hereby releases and discharges RR Auction from any and all legal, equitable, administrative and/or other claims, counterclaims, demands, setoffs, defenses, accounts, suits, debts, dues, actions, causes of action, proceedings, arbitrations, damages, executions, judgments, findings, controversies and disputes, whether known or unknown or suspected or unsuspected, whether in law or equity, that the Bidder have or may have had against RR Auction arising from or relating to any claim whatsoever. Both Bidder and RR Auction agree that these provisions are intended to be binding on all parties in the event of any dispute specifically including third party claims and cross-actions brought by either RR Auction or Bidder, and that absent such agreement, RR Auction would not permit Bidder to bid hereunder. Any violation of the terms of this Paragraph shall entitle RR Auction to reasonable attorney fees and litigation costs in addition to all other available remedies, all of which remain reserved. 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. An award granted in arbitration is enforceable in any court of competent jurisdiction. The arbitrator’s award may be enforced in any court of competent jurisdiction. This agreement and any claims shall be determined and construed under New Hampshire law.

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 the Auctioneer’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, Auctioneer reserves the right to charge Bidder the applicable Buyer’s Premium and consignor a Seller’s Commission as determined for each auction venue and by the terms of the seller’s agreement.

Acceptance of these Terms and Conditions qualifies Bidder as a client who has consented to be contacted by RR Auction in the future. In conformity with “do-not-call” regulations promulgated by the Federal or State regulatory agencies, participation by the Bidder is affirmative consent to being contacted at the phone number shown in his application and this consent shall remain in effect until it is revoked in writing.

RR Auction may from time to time contact Bidder concerning sale, purchase, and auction opportunities available.

Rules of Construction: Auctioneer 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 Terms and Conditions of Auction by these additional rules and shall be construed to give force and effect to the rules in their entirety.

TERMINOLOGY

Condition: Each item in the catalog is described with a statement of opinion indicating its overall condition. The condition of the items we offer generally falls into the following range: good—very good—fine—very fine.

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

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

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

Abbreviations and Terms: ALS - Autograph Letter Signed (a letter entirely handwritten and signed

by the given personality) ANS - Autograph Note Signed (a shorter ALS) AQS - Autograph Quotation Signed AMQS - Autograph Musical Quotation Signed DS - Document Signed Endorsement - A signature on the reverse of a check, or a signature

on a document indicationg approval or further instructions Ephemera - An unsigned item FDC - First Day Cover Inscribed - “Personalized” ISP - Inscribed Signed Photograph LS - Letter Signed (a letter in a secretary’s hand, but signed by the given personality) Souvenir Typescript - An excerpt from a speech, book, film, etc. or an

account of an incident, typed by a collector and signed by the

individual noted SP - Signed Photograph Sweet spot - The area on the baseball where the stitched lines are

closest together.

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

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