february 2013: rare mauscript, document and autograph auction

February 13, 2013

AN EXCLUSIVE

AUCTION2/21/13FEATURINGPERSONALITEMS FROMJOEY’S ESTATE

SOME BANDS INFLUENCED PUNKJOEY RAMONE OWNED ITJoey Ramone, famed front man of the Ramones, was the real deal. Andthe personal property from his private estate are definitely the genuine article.Selected items to be presented by RR Auction include a stage-worn leather jacket and pants, a pair of his trademark shades, guitars, hand-written notesand song lyrics, as well as his personal vintage record and poster collections. Refer to our online catalog for a complete listing of items in this exclusivefirst-time offering. And make them your own.

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Bob Eatonowner, [email protected]

Carla EatonNH Auctioneer License #3029

Bill Whitelead [email protected]

Mandy Eaton-Caseychief financial [email protected]

Elizebeth Ottoconsignment [email protected]

Bobby Livingstonvice president, public [email protected]

Tricia Eatonauction production [email protected]

Mike Nelsonsenior catalog [email protected]

Dan McCarthycatalog [email protected]

Jessica Hinckleyexecutive bidding [email protected]

Jon Siefkenconsignment [email protected]

Erika Rosenfeldinventory processing, [email protected]

Bobby Eatonvice president of [email protected]

Adam Karrshipping [email protected]

Stacey Jordancustomer [email protected]

Sarina Carloart [email protected]

Annie Nicholsjunior art [email protected]

Linda Immermanacquisitions [email protected]

Robert S. Eaton Sr.1940–2001

Presidents & First Ladies................................................................................................ 7Notables.........................................................................................................................69Military ........................................................................................................................ 129Space & Aviation ........................................................................................................ 144Art & Literature ............................................................................................................164Comic Art & Animation .............................................................................................. 200Classic Music ...............................................................................................................210Contemporary & Modern Music .................................................................................218Classic Entertainment ............................................................................................... 238Sports ......................................................................................................................... 265

The Auction Has Begun!

Contents

Bidding begins as soon as the catalog is posted online (January 25). At 6pm on WEDNESDAY, FEBRuARY 13TH the one hour extended bidding period begins followed immediately by the 30 Minute Rule. All times in RRAuction guidelines and instructions are stated according to the Eastern (U.S.) time zone.

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

CONTACT INFORMATION5 Rt 101A, Suite 5 • Amherst, NH 03031Local/International: 1-603-732-4280Local/Int’l fax: 1-603-732-4288 Website: www.RRAuction.com Email bidding: [email protected]

HOURSOffice 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 auc-tion can be viewed in our offices during normal busi-ness hours. Please call to set up an appointment.

RRAUCTION’S POLICIES

EXTENDED BIDDING & THE 30 MINUTE RULE The final day of bidding for all lots is Wednesday,February 13. Any bidder may bid on any lot prior to 6 pm. At that time, the Extended Bidding goes into affect. If you have not bid on a lot before 6 pm, you may not bid on that lot after 6 pm. Only those bidders who have placed bids on a lot before 6 pm will be allowed to bid on that lot after 6 pm. Hence, if you are the only bidder on a lot at 6 pm, that lot is awarded to you. During the extended bidding period, a lot will remain open only to those who bid on that lot prior to 6 pm. All lots WITHOUT an opening bid at 6 pm will remain OPEN to ALL bidders until 7 pm or until they receive their first bid. These lots will close immediately upon receipt of a bid or at 7 pm, whichever comes first. For all lots that are active after 7 pm, bidding will remain open until 30 minutes pass without a bid being placed on THAT lot. The 30 Minute Rule is applied on a PER LOT BASIS; each lot in the auction closes individually based on bidding activity after 7 pm. On a PER LOT BASIS, the 30 minute timer will reset each time a bid is placed after 7 pm. If you are the high bidder, raising your maximum bid will NOT reset the timer. RR Auction reserves the right to close the auction at any time at its sole discretion.

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

GUARANTEESEach signed item is unconditionally guaranteed genuine with-out time limit. If a lot is declared to be not authentic, we may ask the purchaser to supply the written opinion of one com-petent authority acceptable to us. We will refund the original purchase price after documentation has been submitted. The buyer’s only remedy under this guarantee is the cancel-lation of the sale and the refund of the purchase price.

PAYMENTSPayment is due by Monday, February 25, 2013,unless prior arrangements have been made. Late payment may result in the suspension of your bidding privileges.

Credit cards and PayPal are only accepted up to $5,000. Credit Card orders will be shipped first. Please send PayPal payments to [email protected]. Overseas orders must be paid by credit card, paypal, or wire. All checks, cashiers checks or money orders are payable to R&R Auction Company, LLC. Orders paid by cashier check, money order, wire, Pay Pal or credit card are shipped upon receipt.

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

Wire Information:Account number: 003880291609Company name: R & R Auction Company, LLCRouting/Transit (ABA) Number: 0260-0959-3SWIFT Address: BOFAUS3N Bank Address:Bank of America500 Amherst StreetNashua, NH 03063

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

RR Auction prefers cash, check, or wire payments.

For winning bids of $5,000 or less, clients may choose to pay

via credit card or PayPal for an additional 2.5% convenience fee.

You are obligated to honor any bid(s) you make, and you

authorize us to charge your credit card for any unpaid winnings.

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

CONSIGNORSConsignors are not allowed to bid on or withdraw their own lots. We will contact all consignors via mail, fax, or e-mail with their tentative final results the day after the auction ends.

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

RR AUCTION’S BIDDING INFO

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

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

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

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

MAXIMUM BIDSTo maximize your chance of winning, we strongly encourage the use of maximum bids. For example, assume an item you want currently has a high bid of $100. Your bid would then be $110 (10% over $100), and you could tell us, “I’d like a maximum bid of $242 for that item.” We will enter your bid at $110, and we will then bid for you until the lot reaches your maximum of $242. If competitive bids only reach $148, you would win the item at $163—10% over the highest previous bid. To prevent tie bids, all maximum bids should be made in proper increments. Maximum bids are strictly confidential. Placing arbitrary, non-incremental bids on lots with prior maximum bids may result in these lots being sold for less than 10% above the underbidder’s bid.

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

CHECKING BIDSYou can open, monitor, and/or raise bids as often as you wish. However, all bidding is governed by the 30 Minute Rule and ex-tended bidding. Extended bidding always goes into affect at 6 pm on the last day of the auction. At 7 pm, the extended bidding ends and the 30 Minute Rule goes into effect.

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

CALLBACKSRRAuction offers a callback service on auction night for any bidder who has the high bid on an item whose current bid is over $1,000 and who has placed a maximum bid. At your request, we will call you if your maximum bid is topped. We will need your correct telephone number(s) where you can be reached until the auction closes. Callbacks begin after 6 pm on auction night. You must request this service; it is not automatic. We make every effort to ensure that bidders who request a callback are contacted if outbid; however, we do not guarantee this service.

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

AFTER THE AUCTION

WINNER NOTIFICATIONWe will notify all winners by email, phone, or fax by 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 14. Auction results are available at rrauction.com.

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

$ 0 - $ 10 0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 10$101–$500. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$15$501–$1,000. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$20$1,001–$3,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$35$3 ,001–$10,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$45Over $10 ,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$100

INTERNET LOG-IN INSTRUCTIONS

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

• Real-time online bidding• Tracking of lots/consignments

All auction and bidding regulations stated in the Terms and Conditions in the front of the catalog apply to online bidding.

OBTAINING A BIDDER NUMBER & PASSWORDBefore you can bid on the internet, you need to obtain a bidder number and password. If you do not have a bidder number, just follow these few easy steps:

1. Go to www.RRAuction.com and click on the NEW BIDDER REGISTRATION button located under the log-in box.

2. You will then be sent to a registration page, on which you will enter your personal information. The safety of your personal information is ensured by top-of-the-line online security. RRAuction does not share your information.

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

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

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

TERMINOLOGY

CONDITIONEach item in the catalog is described with a statement indicating its overall condition. The condition of the items we offer gener-ally 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 pa-per, 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 LOTSIn descriptions of group lots of two or more items, every effort is made to mention any obvious flaws. Bidders should note that con-dition for group lots is given as a general statement or range, and that specific flaws to single items within the group may be omit-ted in the interest of catalog space. Questions about group lots, or specific items within a group lot, should be addressed before the close of the auction to Tricia Eaton ([email protected]).

MATTED & FRAMEDMany 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 descrip-tion and condition statements, nor are they considered a reason for return. Condition refers only to the item and not the mat or frame. Our terms of return apply only to the item and not the matting and framing. Any item that is removed from the frame cannot be returned. Returns are only accepted when there is an authenticity question or the description of the item is incorrect.

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

AQS — Autograph Quotation Signed

ANS — Autograph Note Signed (a short ALS)

LS — Letter Signed (a letter in a secretary’s hand, but signed by the given personality)

SP — Signed Photo

DS — Document Signed

FDC — First Day Cover

INSCRIBED — “Personalized”

Book Grading

Fine (F) - unused, no damage

Near Fine (NF) - one or two very minor flaws

Very Good (VG) - some signs of wear, but overall sound

Good (G) - well-worn but complete

Poor (P) - heavily worn, sufficient as a “Reading Copy”

All defects will be noted. For complete book grading guide, please check online.

Having trouble registering to bid online? Please give us a call at (603) 732-4280 or e-mail usat [email protected]

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

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

THE RR AUCTION TEAM OF AUTHENTICATORS & CONSULTANTS

* For more information on Letters of Authenticity contact Stacey by phone at (603) 732-4280 or by email at [email protected]

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

Letters of Authenticity are available on certain lots. Priced from $25 to $200*

ROGER EPPERSON SIGNED, SEALED, AND DELIVERED/REALRoger 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.

FRANK CAIAZZOFrank 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.

STEVE ZARELLISteve 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*

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

Certificates of Authenticity are complimentary with every lot sold.

JOHN REZNIKOFF, UNIVERSITY ARCHIVESJohn is the founder of University Archives, a leading firm specializing in the appraisal and authentication of documents and manuscripts. He is affiliated with multiple professional organizations dedicated to the autograph industry, is a contributing editor for Autograph Collector magazine, and is a PSA/DNA authenticator.

Letters of Authenticity are available on certain lots.Priced upon request*

BRIAN GREEN AND MARIA GREEN, BRIAN AND MARIA GREEN CIVIL WAR SIGNATURESWith 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.Civil War Signatures

JAMES CAMNER, LA SCALA AUTOGRAPHSJames 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.

RENATO SAGGIORIWith 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.

RICH CONSOLARich has studied Elvis Presley’s handwriting and signature for nearly 20 years, which has placed him in the forefront of Presley authenticators worldwide.

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1. John Quincy Adams and Cabinet. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, signed “J. Q. Adams,” one page, 15.5 x 9, April 21, 1926. President Adams grants Cornelius Davis a par-cel of land “offered for sale at Detroit, Michigan containing eighty acres.” Document retains complete white paper seal to the lower left. In very good condition, with two vertical storage folds, overall wrinkling, light scattered foxing and soiling, and scattered mounting remnants to the front, affecting some of the main text. Adams’s signature remains unusually bold. Accompanied by six letters and slips, each signed by a member of his cabinet. Signers are: Henry Clay, John C. Calhoun, Richard Rush (2), Samuel L. Southard, and James Barbour. In overall very good to fine condition, with various folds, toning, soiling, and pencil notations. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

2. John Adams. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 13.75 x 17, September 11, 1800. President Adams ap-points James Dodge “a Surgeon in the Navy in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by Adams and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy Benjamin Stoddert. Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, scat-tered creases and toning, and a couple small pinholes of paper loss, otherwise very good condition. The paper seal is partially worn and soiled, but intact.

Four years after receiving this appointment, Navy Surgeon John Dodge joined the legendary Commodore Edward Preble aboard the USS Constitution in the Bay of Tunis. Active in the Second Battle of Tripoli Harbor, Dodge also played a key role in the ensuing diplomatic negotiations with the Barbary States, serving as charge d’affaires at the court of Tunis. An excellent document appointing a surgeon whose technical and diplomatic skills would be put to use in America’s first international actions since the Revolution. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Handsome naval appointment for the surgeon who would soon join the Barbary Wars aboard the USS Constitution

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3. John Adams. Partly-printed DS, signed “J. Adams,” one page both sides, 7.5 x 12, October 30, 1767. Document reads, in part: “To the sheriff of our county of Worcester, his under-sheriff or deputy greet-ing. We command you that you summon Sarah Dodge of Brookfield in our County of Worcester, widow administratrix of the estate of Francis Dodge late of Brookfield…Lemuel Jones of Weston in our said Country of Middlesex yeoman, administrator de bonii non of Ebenezer Ham-mond late of Weston aforesaid yeoman deceased intestate in a plea of covenant broken for the whereas the s’d Francis Dodge in his left time & in the life time of the said Ebenezer Hammond to wit on the Thirty first day of January 1750 at Weston afres’d by his deed of bar-gain & sale under his hand & seal in court to be produced bargained sold and delivered to the said Ebenezer a certain Negro slave named Cuffe then about seventeen years of age with his wearing apparell to have & hold the said Negro with his apparrell to him the said Ebenezer Hammond his executors administrator or assigns as his & their proper goods & chattels and the said Francis did therein covenant & engage to warrant secure & defend the said Negro slave with his apparrell to him the said Ebenezer Hammond his Executors, Administrators & as-signs against the lawful claims & demands of all perform whatsoever. Now the said Lemuel Jones, administrator as aforesaid in fact says that the said Francis had no good right to sell & deliver the s’d Negro

as aforesaid.” At the bottom of the document, and extending on to the reverse, Adams writes: “and the said Sarah Dodge administratrix as aforesaid comes and defends to and saith that the said Francis in his lifetime never trothe his covenant aforesaid but in all things kept the same, nor has she the said Sarah Administratrix as aforesaid broke the same covenant since her said…but hath kept the same in all things, and thereof puts.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and scattered toning and soiling.

Already a well-respected and prominent lawyer in Boston, Adams became a key political figure on the continental stage in 1765 when he headed opposition to the recently imposed Stamp Tax. Carrying out his legal duties, Adams served as attorney in this 1767 case regarding the 1750 sale of a young slave. Though vehemently opposed to the practice of slavery throughout his life, he remained patient in regard to abolition, understanding that the issue would drive a wedge between the north and south at a time when unity was of the utmost impor-tance. The exact date that slavery was abolished in Massachusetts is unclear, but a common view is that it was forbidden by implication in the Declaration of Rights that Adams wrote into the Massachusetts Constitution in 1780.Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Adams tries to settle a dispute over a “Negro slave named Cuffe then about seventeen years of age”



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8. John Adams’s Cabinet. Three clipped slips and documents, each signed by a member of Adams’s cabinet. Signers are: Charles Lee, Samuel Dexter, and Benjamin Stoddert. In overall very good condition, with various toning, soiling, and mounting remnants. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

7. John Quincy Adams. Free frank, measuring 9.75 x 6 unfolded, and panel mea-suring 4.75 x 3, addressed in an unknown hand to “Richard Peters, jun, Esqr, Phila-

delphia,” and franked in the upper right, “J. Q. Adams.” Intersecting folds, scattered light creases and wrinkles, and a postmark over por-tion of address, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

6. John Quincy Adams. Ink franking signature, “J. Q. Adams,” on an off-white 5 x 1 slip clipped from an address panel. Panel bears a December 5, Washington City postmark and is stamped “Free” under the signature. Matted and framed with a color portrait of Adams to an overall size of 8.25 x 12.25. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light toning. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

5. John Quincy Adams. ALS signed “J. Q. Adams” with “Quincy” [Mas-sachusetts] given as his location, one page, 7.75 x 10, May 25, 1841. Letter to Phinehas Barnes, regretfully declining a speaking invitation. In full: “I have received your favour of the 17th inst. and has previously received that, com-municating to me the honour done me by the invitation to deliver the annual oration before the Phi Beta Kappa Society at Brunswick in September next. A probability that it might be in my power to visit the College at Brunswick at the designated time, delayed my answer to your former letter in the hope that I might alternately be enabled to comply with the invitation. The approaching special session of Congress has so far impaired that probability and leaves me no alternative but to express my regret at the necessity of renouncing the hope I had entertained of performing the pleasing task assigned to me by the invitation.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, moderate scatted toning and slight foxing, and its having been professionally silked. Adams was returning to Congress to oppose John Tyler’s ascension to the presidency upon the death of President Harrison—he challenged President Tyler’s assumed title, believing that he should remain ‘Vice President,’ ‘Acting President,’ or even ‘Vice President now exercising the office of President.’ Having once been president himself, Adams would have had keen insight into the Constitutional crisis taking place. A bold and clear letter from one of the most vocal leaders of the dispute. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Adams returns to Congress to challenge ‘His Accidency’






10. James Buchanan and Cabinet. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 11 x 17, March 16, 1857. Buchanan appoints Edward P. McCrea as “a Lieutenant in the Navy.” Orange seal affixed to bottom remains fully intact. In good to very good condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), overall foxing, toning, and soiling, and significant paper loss to left side due to trimming and a tear. Accompanied by 13 letters, documents, and slips, each signed by a member of his cabinet. Signers are: John A. Dix, Horatio King, John B. Floyd, Jeremiah S. Black (2), Lewis Cass, Jacob Thompson, Philip Francis Thomas, Aaron V. Brown, Isaac Toucey, Joseph Holt, Howell Cobb, and John C. Breckinridge. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

9. Chester Arthur and Cabinet. Un-common Executive Mansion card, 4 x 2.75, boldly signed in black ink, “Chester A. Arthur.” Card bears a small clipped portrait of Arthur affixed to the upper left corner. In very good condi-tion, with moderate rippling, light toning and soiling, and mounting remnants to the reverse. Accompanied by nine letters and cards, each signed by a member of his cabinet. Signers are: Robert Todd Lincoln, Henry M. Teller, Walter Q. Gresham, Frederick Theodore Frelinghuysen, Benjamin H. Brewster, Frank Hatton, William E. Chandler, Charles J. Folger, and Timothy O. Howe. Various scattered toning, soiling, and light rippling, otherwise overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)





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12. James Buchan-an. Partial self-contained partly-printed DS, one page, 7.75 x 4, May 14, 1845. Bottom portion of a larger document, signed

by Buchanan as secretary of state. Document is affixed to a slightly larger light green sheet. In very good to fine condition, with two vertical folds, scattered light toning, and a small clipped image of Buchanan affixed to upper right. The embossed seal is intact, but toned, and retains its original red ribbon. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

11. James Buchanan. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 13.5 x 16.5, February 25, 1861. President Buchanan appoints Robert F. Bradford “a Lieutenant in the Navy…in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by Buchanan and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy Isaac Toucey. Nicely matted and framed to an overall size of 21.5 x 24. Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, scattered toning and soiling, and a small area of paper loss to printed text, otherwise very good condition. The green seal is worn, but intact. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

13. Civil War-Era Autograph Album. Vintage hardcover autograph album, 8 x 5, signed inside by 96 politicians and military officers, mostly on affixed clipped slips and cards, most pages having multiple signatures, and almost all pages being signed on a single side. Signers include: Abraham Lincoln, Andrew Johnson, Franklin Pierce, James Buchanan, William Seward, David G. Farragut, O. O. Howard, Ambrose Burnside, Edward Everett Hale, Charles Sumner, William T. Sherman, Lew Wallace, and Edwin Stanton. Scattered toning and soiling to most slips, several loose pages, fragile binding, and both covers detached and worn, otherwise very good condition. A more compre-hensive list is available online at rrauction.com. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Lincoln, Johnson, Pierce, Buchanan, Farragut, and more








16. Grover Cleveland. Crisp ink signature, “Grover Cleveland, Albany, Jan. 1, 1885,” on an off-white 3.25 x 1.75 card. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

1 5 . G r o v e r Cleveland and Cabinet. Ink sig-nature, “Grover Cleveland,” on an off-white 3.75 x 2 card. In very good condition, with light overall toning and rip-pling, mild scat-tered soiling, and mounting rem-nants to reverse. Accompanied by

11 cards, each signed by a member of his cabinet. Signers are: Thomas F. Bayard, Thomas A. Hendricks, L. Q. C. Lamar, William Freeman Vilas, Norman Jay Coleman, William Crowninshield Endicott, Donald M. Dickinson, Augustus Hill Garland, William Collins Whitney, Charles S. Fairchild, and Daniel Manning. Light toning and soiling, otherwise overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

14. Grover Cleve-land and Cabinet. Ink signature, “Gro-ver Cleveland, Sept. 1892,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card bearing a small clipped por-trait affixed to the upper left. In very good condition, with scattered toning and soiling, light rippling, and mounting remnants to reverse. Accompanied by 13 cards, each signed by a member of his second term cabinet. Signers are: Wilson S. Bissell (2), Hilary A. Herbert, Adlai Stevenson I, David R. Francis, Judson Harmon, Richard Olney (2), Julius Sterling Morton, M. Hoke Smith, Daniel S. Lamont, John G. Carlisle, and Walter Q. Gresham. In overall very good condition, with various toning, soiling, creases, and rippling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

17. Calvin Coolidge. Vintage matte-finish 9.5 x 13.75 portrait by Harris and Ewing, signed and inscribed in the lower border in black ink. Framed to an overall size of 11 x 15. In very good condition, with an overall shade of toning, and light dampstaining to the lower border, affecting much of the signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)







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18. Calvin Coolidge and Cabinet. Two White House cards, 4.25 x 2.75, each signed in black ink, “Calvin Coolidge.” Cards bear clipped postmarks affixed to the upper left, one dated 1923 and one 1924. In overall very good to fine condition, with scattered toning and soiling, light rippling to edges, and mounting remnants to reverse. Accompanied by 19 slips and cards, each signed by a member of his cabinet. Signers are: Harlan F. Stone, Charles Evans Hughes, Charles G. Dawes, Andrew W. Mellon, Harry S. New, John G. Sargent, Hubert Work (2), James J. Davis (2), William F. Whiting, Roy O. West, John W. Weeks (2), Edwin Denby, Henry C. Wallace, Harry M. Daugherty, Curtis D. Wilbur, and Dwight F. Davis. Various toning, soiling, and rippling, otherwise overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

19. Calvin Coolidge. ALS, one page, 8.5 x 11, Calvin Coolidge Law Office letterhead, April 14, 1902. Letter to F. F. Haskell. In full: “Mr. Doe flatly refuses to tell where he got his money or what he did with it, the Referee ruling these were proper questions. I want him to answer. Mr. Shaw and I do not know just the form in which this ought to be certified to Judge Lowell. If you will take that in hand I guess it will be better than for me to go to Boston about it. What ought to be done? Woodbury has three patents, No. 445916, 587629, and 372442, the first two I think are in use and the source of his extra $50 per month. Do you know Mr. Cushman well enough so you want to see him to find out if Hurwood & Sons are using and paying for these patents? Or if not can you find out the name of the person who I can summon up here and examine—of that firm? There has been no assignment of patents by Woodbury. This looks like a valu-able asset. Any patent lawyer can show you a picture of the inventions if you give him the numbers.” Multiple intersecting folds, several through single letters of signature, and some light wrinkling, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned TLS dated April 15, 1902, from the Crown Cork and Seal Co., regarding the same matter.

Coolidge had passed the bar five years earlier and was practicing law in Northamp-ton, Massachusetts, in 1902 when he addressed the patent issue referenced here. One of the patents had to do with a cotton feeder with another pertaining to a feeding attachment for a carding machine, issued to New Hampshire resident Stephen W. Woodbury. Presumably after an intercession by Coolidge, patents

were assigned to aforementioned Harwood & Sons. A great handwritten letter more than 20 years before political aspirations would take the lawyer to the White House. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“This looks like a valuable asset. Any patent lawyer can show you a picture of the inventions if you give him the numbers”





20. Calvin Coolidge. Uncommon ALS as president, two pages, 7 x 8.75, White House letterhead, May 29, 1926. Letter, marked “Personal” at the top to Frederick S. Peck, Esq. In part: “I was glad to hear from you again and renew the connection that was made in the last Presidential Campaign, when the result in your com-munity was so satisfactory. Some time when I am in your neighborhood I hope to be able to see you personally.” Uniform toning over text and signature from previous display, otherwise fine condition. Peck (1868–1947) was very active in Rhode Island Republican party politics. He was elected a State Representative in 1911, serving for 15 years. He also served as State Commissioner of Finance from 1926 to 1934, when the position was eliminated. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

23. Dwight D. Eisenhower. TLS, one page, 7 x 10.25, personal letterhead, Get-tysburg, October 6, 1964. Letter to a WGN executive. In full: “When I was at the World’s Fair the other day I was fortunate enough to visit the Illinois Pavilion and see the splen-didly executed animated figure of President Lin-coln. There was presented to me at that time a me-dallion bearing the Brenner Lincoln profile. Since I know the profile replica came to be by virtue of your interest and that of WGN, I did want to send you this word of thanks.” In very good condition, with a moderate central block of toning from previous display, a tear to the lower border, and slight haloing to the signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

22. Dwight D. Eisen-hower. ANS signed “Eisenhower,” one page, 4 x 5.25, Office of the Secretary letterhead, stamp-dated March 11, 1949. Brief note to James E. Webb, Tru-man’s undersecretary of state. In full: “Herewith the little document which I spoke to you on the phone.” In fine condi-tion, with mild toning, paperclip impressions to top edge, and State Department office stamp to top right. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

21. Calvin Coolidge. White House card signed in black ink, “Calvin Coolidge.” In very good condition, with a block of light ton-ing over signature from previous display, some other scattered light ton-

ing and mounting, and adhesive remnants on reverse. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

Scarce Coolidge handwritten presidential letter to a Rhode Island supporter mentioning “the last Presidential Campaign”

“I was fortunate enough to...see the splendidly executed animat-ed figure of President Lincoln”






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26. Millard Fill-more and Cabi-net. Ink signature, “I am respectfully yours , M i l la rd Fillmore,” on an off-white 3 x 1.25 closely-clipped slip affixed to an off-white 5 x 3 card bearing a small affixed portrait. In fine condi-tion, with a central horizontal fold and trimmed left edge slightly affecting the sentiment. Accompanied by 10 letters, free franks, and cards, each signed by a member of his cabinet. Signers are: Daniel Webster, Edward Everett, Thomas Corwin, Thomas M. T. McKennan, John J. Crittenden, William A. Graham, Alexander H. H. Stuart, Nathan K. Hall, John P. Kennedy, and Reverdy Johnson. Various folds, toning, and soiling, otherwise overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

25. Dwight D. Eisenhower. TLS, one page, 6.5 x 10, personal letterhead, November 3, 1961. Letter to a WGN executive. In part: “I am complimented greatly by the suggestion of the membership of the National Association of Broadcasters that I receive your annual Distinguished Service Award…Unfortunately, again I must decline.” Double-matted to an overall size of 10 x 14. In very good condition, with moderate overall toning, light rippling to edges, and slight haloing to the signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

24. Dwight D. Eisenhower. TLS as president, one page, 7 x 10.25, White House letterhead, December 17, 1958. Letter to James E. Webb, of Kerr-McGee Oil Industries. In full: “I sincerely appreciate your willingness to serve as a Member of the Career Executive Board, and I hereby appoint you in that capacity. As you know, I am very anxious that there be developed within the competitive Federal service a system of appraisal which will ascertain and identify career execu-tives. The Board is endeavoring to insure that fitting recognition is given these outstanding career employees according to merit, and is exploring new ways of strengthening the career executive service and proposing action steps to accomplish that end. Your service as an executive in the Federal service, along with your experience as a key executive in private industry will make your contribution an especially significant one. I consider this program to be of basic importance in our continued progress toward better government through improved personal management. I extend to you my best wishes for success in this undertaking.” In fine condition, with paperclip impres-sions along top edge, a light rusty paperclip mark to left edge, and a stray pencil mark to bottom. After strong Congressional opposition fearing executive control of Civil Service and the cutting of funding for the Board, Eisenhower was forced to issue an Executive Order revoking his original order. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Ike appoints Truman’s former budget director a member of the Career Executive Board which he had earlier established by Executive Order






27. Millard Fillmore. Signed book: History of the United States, from the Discovery of the American Continent by George Bancroft. Vol-ume III. Later printing. Boston: Little, Brown and Company, 1853. Hardcover, 6 x 9.5, 477 pages. Front pastedown bears a vertical ownership signature, “Millard Fillmore, Dec. 12, 1853.” On the title page Fillmore has penned the book’s location on his library shelf: “I – C.” Book also has several marginal pencil notations: “Mary queen of scots, Charles the 1st Charles the 2d” (p1), “Somers” (p11), “Cousin James 2d Earl of Clarendon” (p61), “Achan, who concealed some of the Spoils of Jericho and was stoned to death with his family – 7 Joshua-” (p84), “S.E. end of Georgian Bay, lake Huron” (p131), “Soult de St. Mary” (p149), and “changed west” (p382). Autographic condition: some light spreading to ink of a few strokes of signature, an EJ Fillmore stamp to front pastedown, scattered light toning and foxing, and a pencil notation to top, otherwise fine. Book condition: VG-/None. Brown cloth-covered boards with gilt lettering to spine; spine sunned; edges worn, with cloth fraying at corners and spine-ends; exterior foxed; textblock edges darkened; some light offsetting from text throughout. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

29. James Gar-field and Cabinet. Rare full ink signature, “James A. Garfield,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card. Contemporary date notation to the lower left of May 15, 1881, makes this likely signed as president. Mild overall toning, light rippling, and mounting remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by eight cards, each signed by a member of his cabinet. Signers are: Chester A. Arthur, Robert Todd Lincoln, James G. Blaine, William Windom, Samuel J. Kirkwood, Wayne MacVeagh, William H. Hunt, and Thomas Lemuel James. Various scattered toning, soiling, and light rippling, otherwise overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

28. Millard Fillmore. Free-franked envelope panel, trimmed to a size of 5 x 2.5, bearing a Buffalo, New York, postmark, addressed by Fillmore to “Mr. Joseph Lund, Wheatsville,” and franked in the upper right, “Free, Millard Fillmore.” Aforementioned trimming, a couple small ink notations, and some scattered light toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)







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31. U. S. Grant Autograph Album. Vintage hardcover autograph album, 5.5 x 9, signed inside in ink by approximately 195 politicians, with most pages having multiple signatures on a single side. Signers include: U. S. Grant, James A. Garfield, Schuyler Colfax, Hannibal Hamlin, John Sherman, Henry Wilson, Carl Schurz, Charles Sumner, James G. Blaine, Benjamin Butler, Henry Slocum, and Nathanial P. Banks. In very good to fine condition, with separation to fragile binding resulting in several loose pages, back cover affixed to a slightly larger sheet of cardboard, no spine, separated front cover, and some light toning. Accompanied by a typed sheet listing some of the signatures, which reads at the top, “Autographs in the list of 195 made by Postmaster General Creswell in 1869 during the first year of Grant’s administration.” A more comprehensive list is available online at rrauction.com. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

30. U. S. Grant and Cabinet. Ink signature, “U. S. Grant,” on an off-white 3.25 x 2 card with partial clipped portrait affixed to the upper left. In very good to fine condition, with scattered creases and soiling, light rippling, and mounting remnants to reverse. Accompanied by 23 letters and cards, each signed by a member of his cabinet. Signers are: John A. Rawlins, Schuyler Colfax, Hamilton Fish (2), William W. Belknap, Lot M. Morrill, Henry Wilson, Zachariah Chandler, Marshall Jewell, Edwards Pierrepont, John Creswell, Adolph E. Borie, Amos T. Akerman, William A. Richardson, George S. Boutwell, Jacob D. Cox, Ebenezer R. Hoar, George H. Williams, James N. Tyner, Columbus Delano, George M. Robeson, Benjamin Bristow, and J. Donald Cameron. Various scattered toning, soiling, and light rippling, otherwise overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Almost 200 politicians from Grant’s first term obtained by his Postmaster General, including Garfield, Hamlin, Sherman, and Grant himself








34. U. S. Grant. Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite bust portrait of Grant, by an anonymous studio circa late 1860s, signed at the bottom of the image in black ink. In fine condition, with mild toning and soiling, and a few light surface marks. Nearly all Grant cartes-de-visite we see depict him in uniform; with his formal attire and closely-cropped beard, this apparently pre-presidential portrait is highly unusual. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

33. U. S. Grant. Partly-printed DS as presi-dent, one page, 7.5 x 9, January 6, 1874. Grant orders the secretary of state to “affix the Seal of the United States to a Warrant for the pardon of George W. Waters.” Signed at the conclu-sion by Grant. Matted and framed to an overall size of 12.25 x 14.5. In very good condition, with moderate fading to

signature, which remains legible. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

32. James A. Garfield. ALS, one page, lightly-lined, 5 x 5.25, House of Representa-tives letterhead, February 18, 1867. Brief letter complying with a signature request. In full: “In answer to your request I subscribe myself.” In very good condition, with toning and foxing to borders due to adhesive remnants to reverse, and a roughly trimmed bot-tom edge. A scarce form of Garfield’s signature given that he used this format mostly for official activities during his brief presidential administration. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Garfield “subscribes” with a rare version of his full signature

Scarce formal portrait of a

stately Grant




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36. U. S. Grant. Manuscript DS as president, one page both sides, 10.5 x 15.5, April 4, 1876. Pardon reads, in part: “Whereas, on the 13th day of January, A.D. 1876, in the Supreme Court of the District of Columbia, holding a criminal term, one John Gerholdt was convicted of an assault, and was sentenced to be imprisoned for three months, and to pay a fine of fifty dollars. And whereas, his term of imprisonment has nearly expired; And whereas, the Judge before whom he was tried, and the United States Attorney, are of opinion that his punishment has been sufficient, and recommend his pardon. Now, therefore, be it known, that I, Ulysses S. Grant, President of the United States of America, in consideration of the premises, divers other good and sufficient reasons me thereunto moving, do hereby grant to the said John Gerholdt, a full and unconditional pardon.” Signed at the conclusion by Grant and countersigned by Secretary of State Hamilton Fish. In very good condition, with an almost complete

separation along the fragile central horizontal fold, light toning and soiling, two light vertical folds through signature and mounting remnants to lower half of reverse. The white seal is crisp and intact. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

35. U. S. Grant. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 19.5 x 14, March 24, 1875. President Grant appoints Asa W. Smith as “Postmaster at Woodstock in the County of McHenry, State of Illinois.” Signed at the conclusion by Grant and Postmaster General Marshall Jewell. Green seal to lower left is fully intact. Nicely framed to an overall size of 18 x 15.5. Intersecting stor-age folds, one horizontal fold passing through the bottom of the signature, and moderate mirroring to ink, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

37. U. S. Grant. Superb ink signature, “Yours truly, U. S. Grant, General, Feby 23d, 1869,” on an off-white 7 x 5.5 album page. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Choice Grant signature as president-elect






40. Benjamin Harrison and Cabinet. Ink signature, “Benj. Harrison,” on an off-white 4.25 x 2.75 card bearing a small clipped portrait affixed to the upper left. Light scattered soiling, moderate rippling, and mounting remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by 12 cards, each signed by a member of his cabinet. Signers are: Levi P. Morton, James G. Blaine, Redfield Proctor, John Wanamaker, Wil-liam Windom, Jeremiah M. Rusk, John W. Noble, Charles W. Foster, John W. Foster, Stephen B. Elkins, Benjamin F. Tracy, and William H. H. Miller. Scattered toning, soiling, and rippling, otherwise overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

39. Warren G. Harding and Cabinet. Ink signature, “Sincerely, Warren G. Harding,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2.5 card bearing a clipped September 16, 1920, postmark affixed to the upper right. In very good to fine condition, with a block of toning to the left side, a couple light creases and slight rippling to edges, and mounting remnants to reverse. Accompanied by 12 slips and

cards, each signed by a member of his cabinet. Signers are: Calvin Coolidge, Herbert Hoover, Charles Evans Hughes, Andrew W. Mellon, Henry C. Wallace, Albert B. Fall, John W. Weeks, Harry M. Daugherty, James J. Davis, Edwin Denby, William H. Hays, and Hubert Work. In overall very good to fine condition, with various toning and rippling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

38. U. S. Grant. Ink signature, “U. S. Grant,” on an off-white 4 x 2 slip clipped from a larger document. In fine condition, with scattered light toning and slight ink remnants near bottom. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)






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42. Benjamin Harrison. Partly-printed DS as president, signed “Benj Harrison,” one page, 16 x 13.25, January 30, 1889. President Harrison appoints Frederick Jacobus to be postmaster of New London, Wisconsin. Signed at the conclusion by Harrison and coun-tersigned by Postmaster General John Wanamaker. Cloth-matted and framed with an engraved portrait of Harrison and a small plaque to an overall size of 25 x 34. Mild rippling, scattered light toning and soiling, a bit heavier to left side, otherwise fine condition. The gold foil seal has a small tear and is worn, but retains its original red ribbon. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

41. William Henry Harrison. Bold ink endorsement, “W. H. Harrison, Clerk,” dated June 16, 1836, on the final page of a larger document. Docu-ment is three pages on two adjoined sheets, 7.25 x 12, concerning a land indenture between Zenos Bronson and David Bolles for $100. The endorsement, in an unknown hand, reads, in part: “I William H. Harrison, Clerk of the Court of Common Pleas…do hereby certify that John A. Wise-man, before whom the foregoing deed was acknowledged, was at the time of taking the same, and now is an acting Justice of the Peace in the foresaid county.” Attractively suede matted and framed with a a gold-inlaid, sterling silver portrait plate issued in a limited edition by the Franklin Mint in the early-to-mid 1970s to an overall size of 33 x 20. A couple light vertical wrinkles passing through the end of signature, some scattered mild toning, and three small binding holes along hinge, otherwise fine condition. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)





43. William Henry Harrison. Practically nonexistent partly-printed DS as president, signed “W. H. Harrison,” one page, 15.5 x 11.5, March 5, 1841. President Harrison appoints Kentucky lawyer and US Sena-tor John J. Crittenden to the post of attorney general. In part: “That reposing special trust and confidence in the Integrity, Abilities, and Learning of John J. Crittenden of Kentucky, I have nominated, and, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, do appoint him At-torney General for The United States and do authorize and empower him to execute and fulfill the Duties of that Office according to law and to have and to hold the said Office with all the powers, privileges, and emoluments thereunto of right appertaining unto him, the said John J. Crittenden during the pleasure of the President of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by Harrison and countersigned by Secretary of State Daniel Webster. The reverse bears a handwritten endorsement from Supreme Court Justice Joseph Story. Story writes: “City of Washington–for–on this eighth day of March In the year of our Lord one thousand and eight hundred & forty one personally appeared the within named John J. Crittenden & took & subscribed the oaths prescribed by the Constitution & Laws of the United States upon his acceptance of the office of Attorney General under the within com-mission. Before me Joseph Story one of the Justices of the Supreme Court of the U States.” Document is removably encapsulated in acid-free Mylar and in good to very good condition, with intersecting folds,

portions of handwritten text traced over, other portions of text fairly light but still legible, scattered toning and dampstaining, primarily to edges and touching Webster’s signature, and Harrison’s signature several shades light, but still completely legible. The white wafer seal is toned and slightly worn, but intact.

When Harrison took the oath of office on March 4, 1841, one of his primary goals was to build his cabinet based on ability rather than partisanship. He resisted pressure from fellow Whigs attempting to assert their own choices for these crucial seats—especially Henry Clay—and made his own selections. Having outraged Clay by naming his rival Daniel Webster as secretary of state, Harrison did offer one concession: the appointment (by the document offered here) of Clay’s protege, Kentucky Senator John Crittenden, to the post of attorney general. Also endorsed by Joseph Story, the youngest Supreme Court justice, this document appoints a key player in American politics, who would remain as such until his death during the Civil War. With his presidency lasting only one month, anything signed by Harrison as Chief Executive is virtually unobtainable. Of the thirty that we have found in our current census, this appointment of Crittenden as Attorney General is by far the most important. A cornerstone for the finest of presidential collections! Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $10,000)

Virtually unobtainable appointment signed by President Harrison during his thirty day tenure, naming

John J. Crittenden as the nation’s Attorney General


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46. William Henry Harrison’s Cabinet. Seven items: six slips and one letter, each signed by a member of his cabinet. Signers are: John Tyler, Daniel Webster, John J. Crittenden, Thomas Ewing, George E. Badger, Francis Granger, and John Bell. In overall very good to fine condition, with various light toning and soiling, and slight separation to mailing fold of the letter. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

48. Rutherford and Lucy Hayes. Ink signature, as president, “RB Hayes, 12 Nov 1880,” and “Lucy W. Hayes,” on an off-white 6.75 x 4 album page. Some scattered light toning and soiling to edges, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

47. Rutherford B. Hayes and Cabinet. Ink signature, “R. B. Hayes, Spiegel Grove,” on an off-white 4 x 2.5 card with clipped portrait affixed to the upper left. Light overall toning and soiling, light rippling, and mounting remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Accompa-nied by 10 cards, each signed by a member of his cabinet. Signers are: Carl Schurz, Charles Devens, William M. Evarts, William A. Wheeler, John Sherman, George W. McCrary, David M. Key, Richard W. Thompson, Horace Maynard, and Nathan Goff, Jr. In overall very good to fine condition, with various scattered toning, soiling, and light rippling, and a tear to one card. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

44. Benjamin Harrison. Bank check, 7.75 x 3, filled out and signed by Harrison, “Benj. Harrison,” payable to C. C. Hines for $1530.00, December 15, 1879. Can-cellation cut to center and some scattered light toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)







49. Rutherford B. Hayes. Partly-printed DS as president, signed “R. B. Hayes,” one page, 7.5 x 10, May 19, 1877. Hayes orders the secretary of state “to affix the Seal of the United States to a Warrant for the pardon of Robert Burroughs.” Nicely matted and framed with a portrait of Hayes and a gold-inlaid, sterling silver portrait plate issued in a limited edition by the Franklin Mint in the early-to-mid 1970s and a well-done copy of the front of the letter to an overall size of 33.75 x 18.5. A block of toning to top left and a pencil notation along bottom edge, otherwise fine condition. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

52. Herbert Hoover. Signed book: The Memoirs of Herbert Hoover: The Great Depression. First edition, first printing. NY: Macmillan Company, 1952. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6.5 x 9.5, 503 pages. Signed and in-scribed on the first free end page “To J. H. McMasters with the good wishes of Herbert Hoover.” Paperclip impressions to opening pages and some small tears and creases to dust jacket,

otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by other printings of the first two volumes. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

51. Herbert Hoover and Cabinet. TLS signed “Herbert Hoover,” one page, 7.25 x 10.25, personal letterhead, October 29, 1941, responding to a donor, and two fountain pen signatures, “Herbert Hoover,” on individual off-white cards bearing affixed 1928 and 1938 clipped post-marks. In overall fine condition, with a few creases to the letter. Accompanied by 16 slips and cards, each signed by a member of his cabinet. Signers are: Roy D. Chapin, Patrick J. Hurley, Charles Curtis (3), Charles F. Adams, Walter F. Brown, James J. Davis, Robert P. Lamont, Ray L. Wilbur, James W. Good, William DeWitt Mitchell, Andrew W. Mellon, Henry L. Stimson, Arthur M. Hyde, and William N. Doak. In overall fine condition, with various light toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

50. Rutherford B. Hayes. Part-ly-printed DS as president, signed “R. B. Hayes,” one page, 19 x 13.5, August 2, 1878. President Hayes appoints S. A. Ter-ry a “Notary Public for the District of

Columbia.” Signed at the conclusion by Hayes and countersigned by Secretary of State William M. Everts. In very good condition, with a central vertical fold, mild toning to edges from previous display, a small diagonal crease through small portion of signature, and Hayes’s signature fairly light, but still legible. The seal is worn and stained, but intact. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)






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53. Herbert Hoover. Uncommon partly-print-ed DS, one page, 13.5 x 10.5, no date. Certificate of appreciation issued to Mrs. M. H. Jones “in appreciation of efficient and patriotic service during the Great War, 1917–1918.” Signed at the conclusion by Hoover as United States food administrator. A light uniform shade of toning from previous display, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

54. Herbert Hoover. TLS, one page, 8 x 10.5, Department of Commerce letterhead, May 8, 1922. Letter to Secretary of State Philip Perlman. In full: “I have your letter of May 4th enclosing copy of Joint Resolution #15 of the Gen-eral Assembly of Maryland, and wish to advise you that I have referred the matter to the Chairman of the Com-mittee on Fisheries, House of Representatives.” In fine condition, with some light

creases and wrinkles and a uniform shade of mild toning. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

55. Herbert Hoover. Vintage sepia matte-finish 10.5 x 13.5 Under-wood and Underwood portrait of Hoover, signed and inscribed in the lower border in black ink, “To Mr. Wm. A. Durgan, with kind regards, Herbert Hoover.” Framed to an overall size of 12.5 x 15. Light overall toning and moderate silvering to dark areas of the image, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

56. Andrew Jackson and Cabinet. Ink signature, “Andrew Jackson,” on an off-white 3.5 x .75 slip affixed to a 4 x 2.5 card. In very good condition, with light scattered soiling and a vertical tear through the end of the last name. Accompanied by 12 letters, docu-ments, and slips, each signed by a member of his cabinet. Signers are: Benjamin F. Butler, Levi Woodbury, Roger B. Taney, Lewis Cass, Samuel D. Ingham, Edward Livingston, John Branch, Louis McLane (2), John Eaton, John M. Berrien, and William J. Duane. Various folds, toning, soiling, and pencil notations, otherwise overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)







58. Andrew Jackson. Handwritten check, 6.5 x 3, filled out and signed by Jackson at his home in Tennessee, in full: “The cashier of the United States branch Bank at Nashville, will pay Jordan Uzzell the sum of thirty-three dollars, Hermitage, Sept. 4th, 1828,” adding “$33” in the lower left corner. In very good condition, with cancellation cut to body, a few small areas of ink erosion, scattered toning and

soiling, and small mounting remnants to top corners and reverse. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

57. Andrew Jackson. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 15.5 x 9.75, November 10, 1830. President Jackson grants John Lybrook 160 acres of land in Monroe, Michigan. Signed at the conclusion by Jackson and countersigned by Commissioner of the General Land Office Elijah Hayward. White paper seal affixed to the lower left remains fully intact and worn. Intersecting folds, a few slight wrinkles (one passing through a single letter of the signature), and a chip to the upper right corner, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

59. Thomas Jefferson and Cabinet. Ink signature, “Th: Jefferson,” on an off-white 2.75 x 2 slip with a collector’s notation along bottom. In fair to good condition, with signature very light, but still mostly legible, wrinkling and creasing, and scattered toning. Accompanied by nine letters, documents, and slips, each signed by a member of his cabinet. Signers are: George Clinton, Robert Smith (2), Henry Dearborn (2), Albert Gallatin, John Breckinridge, Jacob Crowninshield, and Levi Lincoln. In overall very good condition, with various, folds, creases, and dampstaining to letters. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Handwritten Jackson check from The Hermitage





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61. Thomas Jefferson and James Madison. Partly-printed vellum DS, signed “Th: Jefferson” as president and “James Madi-son” as secretary of state, one

page, 10.25 x 15.25, March 2, 1805. Scalloped-top ship’s papers issued to the “the Snow President Jefferson of Kennebunk…mounted with one guns navigated with nine men to pass with her Company Passengers, Goods and Merchandise without any hindrance, seizure or molestation.” Signed at the conclusion by Jefferson and Madison. In good condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of Madison’s signature, scattered toning and wrinkling, small pencil notation near seal, paper remnant to upper left, and Madison’s signature and handwritten portions of document fairly light, but still mostly legible. The white wafer seal is toned, but intact. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

60. Thomas Jefferson and James Madison. Partly-printed DS, one page, 11.5 x 9.5, May 4, 1802. Land grant reading in part: “Know Ye, that in pursuance of the act of Congress passed on the eigh-teenth day of February, 1801, entitled ‘An Act regulating the grants of Land appropriated for the Refugees from the British Provinces of Canada and Nova Scotia’ there is granted unto Noah Miller, a certain tract of land estimated to contain three hundred twenty two acres.” Signed at the conclusion by Jefferson and countersigned by Madison. Impres-sively matted and framed with three gold-inlaid, sterling silver portrait plates issued in a limited edition by the Franklin Mint in the early-to-mid 1970s, and a portrait of Jefferson, to an overall size of 42.5 x 27. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered toning, a bit heavier to edges, some light foxing and rippling, and Jefferson’s signature a few shades light, but still completely legible. The white wafer seal is uni-formly toned, but intact. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Jefferson and Madison sign a ship’s pass for a vessel named after the president

The United States’ third and fourth presidents sign a land grant to a Canadian refugee





63. Andrew Johnson and Cabinet. Ink s ignature as president, “An-drew Johnson,” on an off-white 10 x 6.25 sheet clipped from the conclusion of an 1867 document. In fine condition, with intersect-ing folds (two vertical folds passing through single letters of the signature) and an ink notation to the lower right corner. Accompanied by nine letters, documents, and slips, each signed by a member of his cabinet. Signers are: Gideon Welles, Hugh McCulloch, Orville Hickman Browning, James Harlan (2), John Schofield, Wil-liam M. Evarts, Henry Stanbery, and Alexander Randall. Various folds, toning, and pencil notations, otherwise overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

62. Thomas Jefferson. Part-ly-printed vellum DS as president, signed “Th: Jef-ferson,” one page, 13.5 x 17, April 2, 1804. President Jefferson appoints James Dodge “a surgeon in the Navy in the service of the United States. Signed at the conclusion by Jefferson and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy Robert Smith. In good to very good condition, with intersecting folds, a horizontal fold passing through signature, some light paper loss along one vertical fold, mild overall toning, a bit heavier in spots, and light creasing and wrinkling. The white seal is crisp and intact with a central vertical crease.

After decades of extending payment to the Barbary States for protec-tion against piracy, newly elected President Jefferson decided to put his navy to use in confronting the piratical Ottomans. When the USS Constitution captured Tunisian vessels attempting to run the American blockade of neighboring Tripoli in 1804, a crisis erupted. Threatening war, the bey of Tunis agreed to send an ambassador to Washington to negotiate restitution for the captured vessels and barter for tribute. Before visiting Jefferson, ambassador Suliman Mellimelni stepped aboard the Constitution to meet with John Dodge, naval surgeon and charge d’affaires in the court of Tunis, to begin the crucial discus-sion. Serving well beyond his technical duties as the surgeon of ‘Old Ironsides,’ John Dodge aptly handled the difficult diplomatic situation that led to a peaceful resolution of the Tunisian crisis, making him a key figure in the Barbary Wars. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

As the US confronts the Barbary pirates, Jefferson appoints a naval surgeon and skilled

diplomat to board ‘Old Ironsides’ off the coast of Tripoli





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64. Andrew Johnson. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 8 x 10, January 27, 1869. President Johnson orders the Secretary of State “to affix the Seal of the United States to my power to William H. Seward, Secretary of State, to exchange the ratifications of the Convention on the subject of naturalization concluded between the United States and Mexico on 10th July 1868.” In very good to fine condition, with scattered creases, horizontal fold passing through the tops of a couple letters of signature, scattered light toning, mainly to folds and edges, and a small pencil notation to top right.

As French Emperor Napoleon III maneuvered to establish a base in Mexico in the early 1860s, the general US policy was to avoid direct conflict, voicing dis-pleasure at their interference in Mexican affairs but ultimately remaining neutral. When the French willingly withdrew in 1867, de-escalating Franco-American tension, the Johnson administration began to provide more direct support for Mexico. To continue strengthening their relationship, the neighboring nations held a convention to regulate the citizenship of emigrants in both countries; the convention came to a close on July 10, 1868, and President Johnson ratified the newly defined policies shortly after. An interesting document in the history of Mexican-American relations and international politics, with a clear nod to the mutual need for alliance in the name of national security. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

65. Andrew Johnson. Large ink signature, “Andrew Johnson,” on a 7.5 x 5 album page. In fine condition, with toning around signature from previous display, and a few small edge tears. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

66. Lady Bird Johnson. ALS signed “Lady Bird,” two pages, 6.25 x 9.25, White House letterhead, no date. Letter to “Margy,” wife of Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara. In part: “I’m so happy to find that you and Bob are off together for a little rest and quiet. When I leave town to go home it’s just like Alice stepping through the Looking Glass—it becomes a different world—and I’m engaged in different things, and think and talk a different life from here…Lynda has just returned from London and we had a two-some lunch at one of her quiet fun places in town (we both like to get out of the house!) and had a delicious account of dates, art galleries, Tudor time Castles, and gay gay parties…And Luci, Pat, and Lyn will be arriving Sunday afternoon for just a one night stay as they (Luci and Pat, I mean) go on for a second honeymoon, at the same place in Nassau. Lyn will stay here with us.” In fine condition. Letter originates from the Estate of Robert S. McNamara. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

The first lady prepares to babysit at the White House and recounts

her daughter’s visit to London

With national security in the forefront of his mind, President Johnson ratifies new citizenship policies in

hopes of strengthening the US’s relationship with Mexico






68. Lyndon B. Johnson. TLS as president, one page, 7 x 10.25, White House let-terhead, February 7, 1968. Letter to Marg McNamara whose husband, Robert McNama-ra, will be leav-ing his Cabinet at the end of the month to become President of the World Bank. In part: “I must also thank you for your beautiful letter of awhile back. It was a comfort to Lady Bird and me. We both felt so bleak through this business of separation. You know that if I were to wait for a ‘convenient time’ to part with Bob, it would be about 24 hours before I leave office myself. I have never admired or enjoyed anyone more than your husband. As for the days ahead, they are bright with the promise of a line from your own letter. Though our lives will change, you wrote, we will not. Lady Bird and I will never change our feelings for both of you. They are lasting in admiration and gratitude.” In fine condition, with some trivial rippling along top. Letter originates from the Estate of Robert S. McNamara. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

67. Lyndon B. Johnson. ANS, in pencil, as president signed “L,” one page, 5.25 x 5.5, White House letterhead, dated at the top November 8, 1967, most likely by Robert McNamara. Brief note to his to Secretary of Defense Robert S. McNamara. In full, “Heard good reports on your Dinner Speech.” A central horizontal fold, a rough top edge, and a bit of trivial soiling, otherwise fine condition. Letter originates from the Estate of Robert S. McNamara. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

69. Lyndon B. Johnson. TLS, one page, 6.25 x 8.5, personal letterhead, January 28, 1969. Letter to his former Secretary of De-fense, Robert S. McNamara. In full: “I have had many occasions to be grateful not only for your brilliant assistance, but also for the generosity of your support. Now, as so often in the past, I have dif-ficulty finding the words to thank you. The tribute that you wrote for the New York dinner two weeks ago touched me deeply. But I must say, it belongs to you as well. What we may have accomplished, we accomplished together—and not only I, but the entire nation is in your debt.” In fine condition. Letter originates from the Estate of Robert S. McNamara. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“If I were to wait for a ‘convenient time’ to part with

Bob, it would be about 24 hours before I leave office myself”

Rare LBJ presidential note to his defense secretary

“What we may have accomplished, we accomplished together—and not only I, but the

entire nation is in your debt”




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70. Jacqueline Kennedy. ALS signed “Jacqueline B. Kennedy,” four pages, lightly-lined, 8 x 12.5, November 25, 1957. Letter to M. Wohlgemuth regarding the design and decoration of their Washington home. In part: “I spoke to you today about sending descriptions of the mantel heights—(& the exact measurements the mantels I am having made should have)—plus window dimensions for curtains…2. About the Air Conditioners—please install the most unobtrusive outlets, I will get conditioners later. Living room—install outlet—but no conditioner. Library—install outlet for bookcase—but don’t put any air conditioner there, & make it so I can take the conditioner out in winter & fill the space with books. If this is expensive, please skip it—we will do without a conditioner in that room…About where to install Light Fixtures in Dining Room Please install them opposite the windows, as we discussed—But be sure you center them on that wall —i.e. find the center of the wall & place them equidistant from it—roughly opposite the windows.”

Kennedy’s lengthy postscript extends onto the fourth page, and includes two original sketches, one titled “Front Bedroom Closet—adjoining bathroom,” with Kennedy adding underneath, “Send me a Sketch of how you think I can obtain maximum shelf & hanging space. From the floor plan, I would suggest shelves across end B and hanging poles where I have drawn jagged lines. This means you have to walk through hanging clothes to get to hall, but if pole is high enough - that doesn‘t matter. Do you agree with this plan?” At the bottom of the last page, she adds another sketch headed “Closet in Middle Bedroom,” adding “This closet is next to fireplace. It is for Mr. Kennedy, he cannot bend down to reach his shoes.” In very good condition, with a central horizontal fold to all pages, scattered creases and wrinkles, paper loss and tears to edges, staple holes to top left, and some toning to first page. An excellent example of Kennedy’s flair for design and attention to every detail, especially those concerning her husband. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

71. Jacqueline Kennedy. ALS signed “Jackie,” one page both sides, 5 x 3.5, black-bordered letterhead bearing a blind embossed John F. Kennedy coat of arms, February 16, 1964. Short letter to Secretary of Defense Robert S. McNamara. In full: “I do thank you for your faithful Valentine—and for the lovely flow-ers. All our happy Valentines of other years—It touched me so much that you would remember this year.” In fine condition. Letter originates

from the Estate of Robert S. McNamara. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA..…(MB $200)

Meticulous letter to her decorator, including three original sketches, as she readies the couple’s Georgetown

townhouse: “This closet is next to fireplace. It is for Mr. Kennedy, he cannot bend down to reach his shoes”








72. Jacqueline Kennedy. Four ALSs, all to White House photographer Sam Sako, three signed “Jacqueline Kennedy,” one signed “J. Kennedy,” one multi-page and three single pages, all on White House letterhead. First letter is four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.25 x 7, dated June 27, 1961. In full: “I have been meaning for so long to write and tell you how grateful I am for the fantastic job you do on my very amateurish films—You make me feel as good a photographer as Mark—and we all know that isn’t true and is due to your miracles in the dark room. All the pictures I’ve taken before I’ve been almost ashamed to paste in my album—but the last ones—of my father in law & all my nieces & nephews were so good—they are treasures for me of our life here—and my girl and boy’s childhood—and I gave the extra ones to my in-laws as presents & they were so thrilled. A million thanks for your time and troubles and kindness and great skill.”

Two other one-page letters order photos from Sako, one reading in part: “About 5 x 7 twice as big as the little ones you sent last time—You keep these big contact pages.” The final letter, on a White House note card sends Christmas wishes. Two are accompanied by their original transmittal envelopes. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light toning and soiling.

Though Jacqueline Kennedy’s passion for preserving and collecting art was well known, her own per-sonal artistic interests were not. In this rare collection of letters, we get a glimpse at the First Lady’s “amateurish” creative outlet: photography. She had enjoyed taking pictures since college, and landed her first job after graduation as the ‘Inquiring Photographer’ for The Washington Times-Herald, interviewing and photographing local residents for publication in the weekly paper. Modest about her talent behind the camera, she admits some excited moments of pride to White House photographer Sam Sako, referencing Mark Shaw, the man responsible for some of the most famous images of the Kennedy family: “You make me feel as good a photographer as Mark—and we all know that isn’t true and is due to your miracles in the dark room.” A charming collection showing the young art-lover taking joy in her own creations. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

The First Lady takes pride in her own photos of the Kennedy clan: “they are treasures for me of our life here—and my girl and boys childhood”








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74. Jacqueline Kennedy. TLS signed “Jacqueline Onassis,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Doubleday letterhead, April 23, 1981. Letter to an aspir-ing author. In full: “Your notebook on le hameau de Marie Antoinette is enchanting. You have done so much marvellous research. The trouble is that such a book would be enormously expensive to do. One would need the co-operation of Versailles, a photographer to take exciting new photographs, etc. And then Doubleday doesn’t feel that there would be a large enough audience to justify the expense of such a book. As you perhaps know, beautifully illustrated books are the first casualties in this very difficult time in the publishing business, when everyone is retrenching. It could be a marvelous book and I hope you can make it happen at a house that would welcome it.” In fine condi-tion, with a bit of light edge toning and creasing. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA..…(MB $200)

73. Jacqueline Kennedy. ANS signed “Jackie,” one page, 5.25 x 3.75, no date. Short note to the wife of Robert McNamara beneath a pre-printed message which reads, “Mrs. Aristotle Onassis deeply ap-preciates your thoughtfulness and kind message of sympathy,” Jackie writes, “Thank you dear Margy with all my love.” In fine condition. Letter originates from the Estate of Robert S. McNamara. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA..…(MB $200)

75. John F. Kennedy. Ink signature, “John,” and a handwrit-ten postscript on an off-white 6.25 x 2 irregularly clipped slip taken from the closing of a letter. The postscript reads, “I hope this does not cause you too much trouble.” In fine condition, with a vertical fold to left side and irregular edges. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

“Doubleday doesn’t feel that there would be a

large enough audience to justify the expense

of such a book”





76. John F. Kennedy. Autograph and typed manuscript, unsigned and possibly incomplete with extensive handwritten notations in pencil by Kennedy, including a reference to him as “Mr. Kennedy” and one full page in JFK’s handwriting, 10 pages total consisting of: four typed pages cor-rected by Kennedy; four pages in pen and pencil in an unidentified hand; and one page in pencil in Kennedy’s hand, no place, no date, but most likely Fall of 1952.

Speech begins with four typed pages, and reads, in part: “It was my intention tonight to discuss certain questions which are important to you, the people of Massachusetts, in selecting your representative in the United States Senate. All this has now been changed. In the last two days, my opponent Mr. Lodge has made charges against me of such a serious personal nature they cannot go unchal-lenged. On Saturday, in New Bedford, Mr. Lodge said that Mr. Kennedy does not take Korea seri-ously. Yesterday in Lowell Mr. Lodge went so far as to suggest that the heavy burdens placed on our people by the Korean War are a matter of indifference to Mr. Kennedy…No American is indifferent to the Korean War or any other war in which our boys and the boys of our friends and neighbors have fought and died. War, with all its sorrows and miseries, has a deep personal meaning for me. I saw it at close range in the waters of the South Pacific during the early days of World War II, where some of the noblest pages in our history were written. I know as one who lived it—the lonesomeness, the heartbreak, and the bitter cost of war in lives taken and bodies broken. Great sorrow was visited upon my own family. My older brother, Joe, dear to me as only an older brother can be [struck through by Kennedy] lost his life in a volunteer mission over the English Channel in 1944. Two months later my sister’s husband died in action in France. I have some understanding of what the loss of a boy in Korea or in any war means to those who loved him. I don’t need to be told about it by Mr. Lodge. I have been as seriously concerned about the Korean War as any man could be. I have been to Korea but [added by Kennedy: to the best of my knowledge] I have never seen any record that Mr. Lodge was ever there…To me the important question is this: What can be done now about Korea?”

On the last page, Kennedy writes, in pencil, beginning: “I think we have every right to expect that the other members of the United Nations should bear their proportionate share of the burden of the fighting. The only way this can be done is by insisting that all of the assistance that we give them should be on a reciprocal basis—that we will help them if they will help us. This, I have long believed, should be the motivating force behind our entire foreign policy.”

In very good condition, with archival repairs to three pages and scattered toning and soiling. Accompanied by a copy of Kennedy Versus Lodge: The 1952 Massachusetts Senate Race by Thomas J. Whalen.

Battling for the Massachusetts Senate seat in 1952, incumbent Senator Henry Cabot Lodge, Jr. publicly questioned Kennedy’s attitude toward the Korean War, most likely hoping to highlight his own celebrated military service in World War II. In doing so, he opened the door for this passionate response, bringing to the forefront the Kennedy family’s personal tastes of the “bitter cost of war in lives taken and bodies broken.” While Kennedy was witnessing the horrors of war firsthand “in the waters of the South Pacific during the early days of World War II,” his older brother Joseph was killed in action. Two months later, his brother-in-law William Cavendish was also killed in action while serving as a major in the Coldstream Guards in France. Suffering these losses with his family, Kennedy responds to Lodge’s attack with vigor: “I have some understanding of what the loss of a boy in Korea or in any war means to those who loved him. I don’t need to be told about it by Mr. Lodge.” An intensely heartfelt speech written by the soon-to-be Massachusetts Senator, building his foreign policy upon the foundation of his own family’s losses which would tragically grow in the coming years. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

“Great sorrow was visited upon my own family,” writes an impassioned JFK: “My older brother, Joe,

dear to me as only an older brother can be lost his life in a volunteer mission over the English Channel in 1944”


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77. John F. Kennedy. Vintage matte-finish 7.5 x 9.25 photo, affixed to its original 9.75 x 13 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in fountain pen, as president, “For Governor John A. Notte, Jr., with the high regards and best wishes of John F. Kennedy.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 13 x 16. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

78. John F. Kennedy. Signed book: Profiles in Courage. Later printing. NY: Harper and Brothers, 1956. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6 x 8.5, 266 pages. Signed and inscribed in fountain pen on the first free end page, “To Anthony Amari, Best regards, John Kennedy.” Autographic condition: fine, with small owner’s signature along top of signed page, as well as some scattered mild soil-ing. Book condition: VG-/VG-. Blue paper-covered boards and black cloth-covered spine; edges worn; bump to front fore-edge with tear in paper and board; slightly yellowed and soiled, with few very light spots of foxing; previous owner’s name in ink at upper ffep edge (small and neatly written). Dust jacket in protective mylar sleeve; chips/tears and

creases along edges; some gentle creases across rear cover; two longer tears (4-5 inches) along spine-edges; few small pieces of non-archival tape; rubbed and lightly

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

Kennedy inscribes an early copy of his Pulitzer Prize–winning Profiles in Courage





80. Abraham Lincoln. Handwritten endorsement, as president, signed “A. Lincoln,” dated April 3, 1863, written vertically on an off-white 8.25 x 3.5 mailing envelope, addressed in an unknown hand to Lincoln, “His Excellency, A. Lincoln, President U.S.” Lincoln writes, in full: “Mr. Whitehill appears to be a worthy and competent gentleman, and being so well recommended by Hon. Thadeus [sic] Stevens & Hon. John Strohm, I would be glad to appoint him an Additional Pay Master, if the service of another is needed.” A couple ink notations along top edge, a horizontal fold near bottom, endorsement over a small portion of address, and a bit of scattered light soiling, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by an engraved portrait of Lincoln, and a clipped label from Goodspeed’s Book Shop in Boston, having been previously framed by them.

While preparing his visit to Major General Joseph Hooker’s headquarters the following day, Lincoln wrote this sincere endorsement of Mr. Whitehill’s appointment to “Additional Pay Master,” based on the recommendations of the influential Thaddeus Stevens of Pennsyl-vania and his predecessor in the U. S. House of Representatives, John Strohm. With its mention of Stevens, one of the most powerful men in Congress and an early advocate for the Emancipation Proclamation that was finally issued three months prior to this endorse-ment, this is a highly desirable piece from a crucial year in the Civil War. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

81. Abraham Lincoln. War-dated partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 13.5 x 16.5, February 19, 1863. President Lincoln appoints Henry W. Birkey to be “an Assistant Surgeon in the Navy.” Signed at the conclusion by Lincoln and countersigned by Secretary of the Navy Gideon Welles. Im-pressively cloth-matted and framed with two portraits of Lincoln, an informational plaque about Lincoln’s life during the period of his life when he signed this document, and a name plaque, to an overall size of 44 x 32. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, two passing through single letters of signature, creasing and wrinkling, Lincoln’s last name a bit lighter than his first name, and some light edge toning. The orange seal is bright, but worn. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

Early 1863 naval surgeon appointment

The Great Emancipator backs the outspoken Thaddeus

Stevens in April 1863



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82. Abraham Lincoln. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 8 x 10, September 12, 1861. President Lincoln orders the Secretary of State “to affix the Seal of the United States to the President’s Warrant for the pardon of Robert Craig.” Signed at the conclusion, “Abraham Lincoln.” A horizontal fold through the tops of a couple letters of signature, scattered light toning, mainly along folds and edges, small tack hole to top left and a couple trivial edge tears, otherwise fine condition.

Born in Philadelphia to Scottish and Irish immigrants, Robert Craig served on board the ship William F. Storer as it began its journey to Liverpool in 1860. While docked in the North River before departure, eight men, led by Craig, conducted a mutiny on board, gathering tools from the deck and beating steward Andrew Mitchell to death. Quickly arrested by Harbor Police, the men were tried and found guilty; Craig bore the brunt of the responsibility and was sentenced to seven years in prison. After reviewing the case—just one of over 1600 cases of military justice that landed on his desk during his presidency—Lincoln granted a pardon to Craig, who then returned to the Navy where he remained active until his discharge in October of 1865. A handsome example of Lincoln’s liberal use of presidential pardons, giving a second chance to a Navy officer who would remain loyal for the duration of the Civil War. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

83. Abraham Lincoln. Handwritten endorsement, signed “Taylor and Lincoln,” with six additional words in Lincoln’s hand, “And the plaintiff doth the like, Taylor & Lincoln p. q.,” at the conclusion of a manuscript legal brief written in another hand on two light blue 8 x 12.5 lightly-lined sheets. The brief regards the case of Betsey Ferguson vs. Peter Fleming filed in Circuit Courts of Tazewell County in May 1854, and states that Betsey Ferguson had entered into a contract to wed Peter Fleming once he notified her that she should come to the United States. After a year of repeatedly notifying Ms. Ferguson to hold up her end of the contract, Mr. Fleming was asking for release from all promises made to Ms. Ferguson. In fine condition, with faint toning along expected folds. Accompanied by a full transcription of the brief from The Lincoln Library in Pennsylvania. Lincoln’s endorsement for the plaintiff is firm yet modest—a perfect representation of the man who kept our nation united. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Lincoln generously pardons a Navy officer convicted for leading a mutiny that left one man dead

Lincoln legal brief concerning a failed transatlantic engagement







Twelve days after his assassination, the fallen president’s papers are

returned to Illinois under armed guard


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84. Abraham Lincoln. A unique group of historic documents regarding the transport of Lincoln’s papers, sent with Lieutenant Gilbert S. Carpenter of the 18th U. S. Infantry under armed guard to the National Bank in Bloomington, Illinois. Papers include: (1) an LS, signed “Jas A. Hardie, Bvt Brig Genl Inspr Genl USA,” one page both sides, 7.75 x 9.5, War Department letterhead, April 26, 1865. Letter to Lieut. Gilbert N. Carpenter, 18th U.S. Infantry, reads, in part: “The Sec’y of War directs that you proceed to Bloomington, Illinois in charge of three boxes of valuable documents belonging to the late President Lincoln and deliver same into the custody of the National Bank at that place…the receipts of the Cashier being your voucher…the boxes will be forwarded this evening and you will accompany them by Adams Express Co. Four enlisted men will accompany you and you are directed to keep two of these men constantly on guard over the boxes...during their transit and until their final delivery. Having executed these instructions you will at once return…and report performance of the duty assigned to you.”

(2) ALS, signed “C. C. Dunn, Agt.,” one page, both sides, 8 x 9.75, Adams Express Company letterhead, April 26, 1865. Letter reads, in part: “The bearer, Lieut. Carpenter and guard are under instructions from the Sec’y of War to accompany certain boxes belonging to our late presi-dent to their designation at Bloomington…the [railroad] car furnished here will be retained in this service…consistent with arrangements [with] connecting Railroads. When a transfer becomes necessary…see that at least equal facilities are furnished and every attention given to the lieutenant in furtherance of his sad mission. Telegraph in advance…providing against delays or obstruction…see that an Express messenger accompanies the train with the lieutenant…should it become necessary to enter the territory of the American Express Co. I request the same attention as though the service were to be performed by this company. Any expense will be paid by this company. The known patriotism of all Express men is invoked to see that the service is promptly performed.”

(3) A handwritten receipt from the National bank of Bloomington, one page, 8 x 10, April 29, 1865, issued to Lieutenant Carpenter acknowledg-ing receipt from him of “three boxes of contents to us, unmarked.”

(4) ALS, signed “G. S. Carpenter, 1st Lieut. 18th U. S. Infantry,” two lightly-lined pages on two adjoining sheets, War Department letterhead, May 4, 1865. Letter to General Hardie with details of the trip and delivery while “in charge of three boxes of valuable papers belonging to the late President Lincoln…having seen them safely stored in the vault I telegraphed you of their delivery.” He goes on to request Hardie to commend the attention given to him by the employees of the express companies “in providing against any contingencies that could place at hazard the safe delivery of the property.”

(5) The original leather fold-up, russet colored three section wallet (8 x 14 overall with fastening strap) in which Carpenter kept the original orders and receipts for Lincoln‘s papers, with a neatly penned signature inside “G. S. Carpenter/ 18th U. S. Infantry,” with his name similarly written on the outside.

(6) Partly-printed vellum DS, bearing a stamped signature of Andrew Johnson and signed by Secretary of War Edwin Stanton, one page, 10 x 14, September 10, 1866. Appointment of Carpenter as a “Captain…for Gallant and Meritorious Service at the Battle of Murfreesboro, Tenn.”

(7) Partly-printed vellum DS, one page, 14.75 x 9.25, February 10, 1862. Carpenter’s earlier appointment as a sergeant in 18th US Infantry, signed by the regiment’s commanding officer.

(8) Partly-printed DS, one page, 17 x 12, no date. Carpenter’s Society of the Army of the Cumberland membership to Carpenter, signed by the society’s president.

(9) Two piece, large brass G. A. R. anniversary medal for “Lafayette Post 140/ Dept. of NY” engraved with Carpenter’s name.

In overall very good condition.

Following the assassination of President Lincoln, Robert Todd Lincoln had his father’s valuable documents and personal items returned to the family’s care, brought to the National Bank in Bloomington, Illinois for safekeeping. The papers were first organized under the direction of Judge David Davis, Abraham Lincoln’s longtime associate there. Lincoln’s presidential secretaries John Nicolay and John Hay later used these papers in the research and writing of their ten-volume biography, Abraham Lincoln: A History, published in 1890. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)


85. Abraham Lincoln. War-dated partly-printed DS as president, one page, 7.75 x 9.75, July 9, 1863. An order requesting more troops from the state of Maine. In part: “I Abraham Lincoln, President of the United States of America, and Commander-in-chief of the Army and Navy thereof, having taken into consideration the number of volun-teers and militia furnished by and from the several States, including the State of Maine, and the period of service of said volunteers and militia since the commencements of the present rebellion, in order to equalize the numbers among the Districts of the said States, and having considered and allowed for the number already furnished as aforesaid, and the time of their service aforesaid, do hereby assign Two Thousand Four Hundred and Fifty-eight as the first proportional part of the quota of troops to be furnished by the 1st District of the Maine under this, the first call made by me on the State of Maine, under the act approved March 3, 1863, entitled ‘An Act for Enrolling and Calling out the National Forces, and for other purposes,’ and, in pursuance of the act aforesaid, I order that a draft be made in the said First District of the State of Maine for the number of men herein assigned to said District, and Fifty Percent in addition. In witness whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the United States to be affixed.” In very good to fine condition, with a light overall block of toning over text and signature from previous display, a bit heavier toning to edges, and a few scattered light creases. Maine soldiers served courageously at Gettysburg, most notably Joshua Chamberlain and the 20th Maine Infantry, which held the line at Little Round Top, making a Union victory possible, and changing the tide of the war. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

Six days after Maine’s gallant service at Gettysburg, Lincoln drafts 258 more troops from the state

86. James Madi-son and James Monroe. Part ly-printed scalloped-top vellum DS signed by Madison as president, “James Madison,” and Monroe as secretary

of state, “Jas. Monroe,” one page, 10.5 x 15, December 21, 1812. Scalloped-top ship’s pass issued for “the Ship Laura of New York, Jabesh Lovett, master and commander…mounted with no guns navigated with fourteen men to pass with her Company Passengers Goods and Merchandise without any hindrance seizure or molesta-tion of the said Ship.” Signed at the conclusion by both Madison and Monroe. Attractively matted and framed with two gold-inlaid, sterling silver portrait plates issued in a limited edition by the Franklin Mint in the early-to-mid 1970s to an overall size of 29.75 x 27. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of each signature, some scattered light toning, mild wrinkles and creases, a couple pencil notations, and scoring to lower left in the

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





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87. James Madison. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 12 x 16, Sep-tember 5, 1812. Land grant for 100 acres of land reads, in part: “Know ye, That, in consideration of military service performed by John Moss, (a Major for three years) to the United States, in the Virginia Line on Continental Establishment, and in pursuance of an Act of the Congress of the United States passed on the 10th day of August, in the year 1790, intituled ‘An act to enable the Officers and Soldiers of the Virginia Line on Continental Establishment, to obtain titles to certain lands lying north west of the river Ohio, between the Little Miami and Sciota.’” Signed at the conclusion by Madison and countersigned by Commissioner of the General Land Office Edward Tiffin. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered toning, creasing, and wrinkling. Rolled. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

89 . Wi l l i am McKinley and Cabinet. Rare Executive Man-sion card, 4.25 x 2.75, signed in black ink, “Wil-liam McKinley,” and one black ink signature, “With great respect, Cor-dially yours, W. McKinley, July 25, 1896,” on an off-white 3.75 x 3.5 card bearing a clipped portrait affixed to the upper left. In overall very good condition, with scattered toning and soiling, moderate rippling, and mounting remnants affixed to the reverse. Accompa-nied by 24 slips and cards, each signed by a member of his cabinet. Signers are: Theodore Roosevelt, William R. Day, John Sherman, Russel A. Alger, Cornelius N. Bliss, Lyman J. Gage (2), James A. Gary, John W. Griggs, John M. Hay (2), Ethan A. Hitchcock (2), Garret A. Hobart, Philander C. Knox, John D. Long (2), Joseph McKenna, Elihu Root (2), Charles Emory Smith (2), and James Wilson (2). In overall very good to fine condition, with various toning, soiling, and rippling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

88. James Madison’s Cabinet. Thirteen letters and docu-ments, each signed by a member of Monroe’s cabinet. Signers are: Elbridge Gerry, Albert Gallatin, William Eustis, Alexander J. Dallas, Benjamin W. Crowninshield, William H. Crawford (2), William Pinkney, George Clinton, George W. Campbell, John Armstrong, William Jones, and Paul Hamilton. In overall good to very good condition, with various separated folds, toning, soiling, pencil notations, and mounting remnants. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)







91. 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, scattered toning and soiling, and docketing and pencil notation to bottom of reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

90. William McKin-ley. Partly-printed DS, signed “W. McKinley,” one page, 12 x 16, December 26, 1894. McKinley appoints Alex-is Holcomb Freeman as “First Lieutenant Co. ‘K’ of the Eighth Regiment Infantry, Ohio National Guard.” Signed at the conclusion by McKinley as governor of Ohio. Document bears a com-plete gold foil State of Ohio seal affixed to the lower left. Matted to an overall size of 16 x 20. Intersecting folds, one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, and light overall toning, oth-erwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

93. Wi l l iam McKinley. Ex-ecutive Mansion card signed in black ink, “Wil-l iam McKinley 6-2-1900.” In very good condition, with a central ver-

tical crease and some light toning and soiling. Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

92. Wi l l iam McKinley. ALS signed “W. McKin-ley, Jr,” one page, 8 x 10.5, State of Ohio, Execu-tive Department letterhead, Feb-ruary 26, 1893. Letter to Bell C. Taylor at the Clif-ton Springs, New York, Sanitarium. In part: “Your lov-ing letter to Mrs. McKinley came today and she asked me to ac-knowledge it and express to you our appreciation of the tender and sympathetic words it contains. Your letter has done us both good and brought comfort to our hearts. Ida’s conduct in this great misfortune has been simply heroic.” Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, uniform light toning, and a pencil notation to top, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

94. James Mon-roe’s Cabinet. Six letters and documents, each signed by a mem-ber of Monroe’s cabinet. Signers are: Richard Rush, Smith Thompson, Daniel D. Tompkins (2), and William Wirt. In overall very good to fine condition, with various folds, toning, slight paper loss, and pencil notations. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

McKinley introduces the house librarian to the secretary

of the interior as “the most useful man in our library”







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95. James Monroe. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, one page, 13 x 8.5, November 4, 1819. President Monroe grants Samuel Hains 160 acres of land in Jeffersonville, Indiana. Signed at the conclusion by Monroe and countersigned by Commissioner of the General Land Office Josiah Meigs. Paper seal affixed to the lower right remains mostly intact, with a few tears and creases. Multiple vertical folds (a couple passing through the signature), scattered creases, foxing, and soiling, slight dampstaining to the bottom, and a small central hole, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

97. Richard and Pat Nixon. ALS signed “Pat,” and “RN,” on a color 5.75 x 3.75 postcard, Peking, China, postmarked February 25, 1972. Postcard to Don Carnevale, written by Pat. In full: “This card comes from us as a momento [sic] of an historical trip. Our love as always.” Signed at the conclusion by Richard and Pat Nixon. In fine condition. Postcard bears a stamp that honors the 1971 Afro-Asian Table Tennis Games. Accompanied by an ALS of Rose Mary Woods to Carnevale on a similarly postmarked picture postcard from Peking. During the week of February 21–28, 1972, Nixon became the first US president to visit China. On February 25, 1972, the day these two postcards were mailed, Nixon spent his last full day in Peking beginning with a tour of the Forbidden City. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

96. Richard Nixon. DS as president, one page both sides, 10.5 x 14, February 20, 1970. President Nixon signs extradi-tion papers approving Canada’s surrender of “Dennis Neil Lynes to the proper authorities of the State of California.” A full white paper presidential seal is affixed to the left side. Stapled into a folder with a Canadian Department of Justice document dated January 27, 1970, regarding the transfer of custody and stating the alleged crime as “robbery.” Stapled to a transparent cover sheet is a typed information sheet stating that these are the last presidentially-signed extradition papers, as the duty was relegated to the secretary of state via an executive order issued on March 19, 1970. In fine condition, with a central horizontal fold and staples to the top, which fasten the document in a manner that prevents the first page from being read. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The Nixons write from Peking during their historic 1972 trip






99. James Polk and Cabinet. Ink signa-ture, “Free, J. K. Polk,” on an off-white 1.75 x .5 slip clipped from a free frank, affixed to an off-

white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition, with mild toning and rippling. Accompanied by eight letters, slips, and cards, each signed by a member of his cabinet. Signers are: George Bancroft, John Y. Mason, Isaac Toucey, Nathan Clifford, Cave Johnson, William L. Marcy, Robert J. Walker, and George M. Dallas. Various folds, toning, and soiling, otherwise overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

98. Franklin Pierce. Uncommon ALS signed “Frank’n Pierce,” one page, 7.25 x 9.5, March 27, 1852. Letter to George Boutarte. In part: “I inclose herewith a petition for the appointment of Ebris S. Lawrence Esq. as Comsr. Mr. L. has long been known to me personally…I respectfully add my request in his behalf.” Attractively matted and framed with a gold-inlaid, sterling silver portrait plate issued in a limited edition by the Franklin Mint in the early-to-mid 1970s, to an overall size of 27 x 19. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and a few creases. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

100. James K. Polk. ALS, one page, 8 x 10, October 16, 1836. Letter to Congressman Caleb Cushing. In part: “I accept with much pleasure your esteemed present of ‘Reminiscences of Spain’ and ‘Review of the Late Revolutions in Europe;’ and beg to assure you, that it will give me equal pleasure, to give…the author personally, a place in my library.” Panel to reverse of second integral page is also addressed in Polk’s hand. Intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), light scattered creases and toning, and slight paper loss to second integral page, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Polk adds a congressman’s works to his library






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103. Presidents and Notables. Ink signatures of Calvin Coolidge, “Wm. H. Taft,” Grace Coolidge, Charles Evans Hughes, Samuel Winslow, and one other on an off-white 5.75 x 4.75 card, with three printed images at the top, and a pre-printed quote dated April 11, 1924. Some scattered light soiling and adhesive remnants to borders, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

102. James K. Polk. ALS signed “J. K. Polk,” one page, 7.75 x 9.5, February 1, 1834. Letter to Com-missioner of the General Land Of-fice Elijah Hay-ward. In full: “The Commiss ioner of the General Land Office will oblige the Com-mittee of Ways & Means–by giving an explanation of the necessity

which exists for the several appropriations asked in the annual es-timates–for additional clerks hire–to bring up arrears and transcribe field notes in the several land offices;-of what do the arrears consist? What the necessity for transcribing &c – (Also an explanation of the item of $10,000–asked for the purchase of making out ‘renamed township plots-)” Hayward has underlined the last three lines of the text, and written under the text, “The information (as to the enquiry underscored) in the Commissioners report, is sufficient, yet Mr. Polk depicts that it may be very briefly stated also in the answer to the 1st enquiry.” In fine condition, with some scattered light toning and soiling and an ink brush to top left corner. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

101. James K. Polk. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 13.25 x 16, May 20, 1847. President Polk appoints Creed T. Huddlestone a “Captain in the Fourteenth Regiment of Infantry in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by Polk and countersigned by Secretary of War William Marcy. Nicely double-suede-matted and framed to an overall size of 22.5 x 25.5. Inter-secting folds, two passing through single letters of signature, a uniform shade of toning, some light mirroring of ink from folding, and some mild ripples, otherwise very good condition. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

104. Ronald Reagan. Draft ALS signed “RR,” one page, lightly-lined, 8.5 x 10, secretarially dated July 12, 1967. Draft letter to Robert Reyburn. In part: “We are exploring ways of closing loopholes thru which some are escaping their fair share of the tax load. I was most interested in your comment about the cigarette tax & intend to relay your thoughts to those who are looking into

the tax problems.” In fine condition, with mild scattered creases. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Some are escaping their fair share of the tax load”






105. Ronald Reagan. DS, one page, 10.5 x 14, October 23, 1967. Governor Reagan appoints Warren D. Allen to Com-missioner of the Workmen’s Com-pensation Appeals Board. Signed at the conclusion by Reagan and coun-tersigned by his secretary of state. Matted to an overall size of 16 x 20. In fine condition, with a few light ripples and spots of toning. The gold foil seal is crisp and intact. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

107. Ronald Reagan. Color satin-finish 10.5 x 13.5 photo of Reagan in the O v a l O f f i c e , signed and in-scribed as presi-dent in the lower border in black felt tip, “To Pat Troy and the gang at Ireland’s Own—Happy St. Patrick’s Day! 1986! Ronald Reagan.” Nicely c l o t h - m a t t e d and framed to an overall size of 16.5 x 19.5. In fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Happy St. Patrick’s Day!”

108. Ronald Reagan. ALS signed “Love, Dad,” one page, 6.5 x 4.25, personal letterhead, February 10 [1992]. Letter to his daughter Patti. In full: “Thank you for your birthday greeting. It was good to hear from you. My years are numbered I know, so a birthday is greeted by me with some reservations. This one was my 81st. I hope one day we can get together.” In very fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Reagan’s hand. Patti’s liberal viewpoints often clashed with her conservative father. They differed on many issues, including gay rights and nuclear weapons, with Patti going so far as to change her surname to Davis. They would eventually reconcile as the family dealt with Reagan’s Alzheimers, with Patti accompanying Nancy Reagan during Reagan’s state funeral. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Reminding his estranged daughter of his mortality, Reagan sends a revealing letter to Patti: “My years are numbered I know”

California Worker’s Comp Board appointment





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109. Franklin D. Roosevelt and Cabinet. White House card, 4.25 x 2.75, boldly signed in fountain pen, “Franklin D. Roosevelt.” Card bears a clipped August 27, 1936, postmark and a small clipped portrait affixed to lower corners. In very good to fine condition, with light scattered soiling, light rippling to edges, and mounting remnants to reverse. Accompanied by 35 letters and cards (many with affixed postmarks and portraits), each signed by a member of his cabinet. Signers are: Henry L. Stimson (2), John Nance Garner (2), Henry A. Wallace (2), Claude A. Swanson (2), Harry Hines Woodring (2), Cordell Hull (3), James Farley (2), Frances Perkins (2), Charles Edison, Claude R. Wickard, Frank Knox (2), Harold L. Ickes (2), Daniel C. Roper (2), Harry Hopkins, Frank Comerford Walker, William Hartman Woodin, Homer Stille Cummings, Henry Morgenthau, Jr. (2), George Dern, Frank Murphy, and Robert H. Jackson. In overall fine condition, with various light toning and soiling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

110. Theodore Roosevelt and Cabinet. White House card, 4 x 2.75, signed in black ink, “Theodore Roosevelt.” In very good condition, scattered toning and soiling, moderate rippling, and mount-ing remnants to reverse. Accompanied by 36 slips and cards, each signed by a member of his cabinet. Signers are: William H. Taft (2), Elihu Root (2), John M. Hay (2), Lyman J. Gage, Leslie M. Shaw (2), Philander C. Knox, James Wilson (2), William H. Moody (2), George B. Cortelyou (2), Charles W. Fairbanks, Victor H. Metcalf

(3), Paul Morton (2), Charles J. Bonaparte (2), Luke E. Wright, James Rudolph Garfield, Oscar S. Straus, George von L. Meyer, Robert J. Wynne, Ethan A. Hitchcock (2), Charles E. Smith, John D. Long, Truman H. Newberry, Robert Bacon, and Henry C. Payne. Scattered toning, soiling, and rippling, otherwise overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)






113. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Gorgeous engraved portrait of Roosevelt, 11 x 14, signed and inscribed be-low the image in fountain pen, “To Mrs. Mary Tal-bot, in grateful memory of her son, Ralph Talbot, Franklin D. Roosevelt.” Light overall toning and some chipping to edges, otherwise fine condi-tion. Talbot, who died in a plane crash at age 21, was the first United States Marine Corps aviator to receive the Medal of Honor. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

112. Franklin D. Roosevelt. TLS, one page, 7.75 x 10.25, State of New York letterhead, May 23, 1929. From Warm Springs, Roo-sevelt writes to Ralph Jonas. In part: “I will be back in New York on June fourth, and am ask-ing some of my friends to lunch with me at one o’clock at the Bankers Club on that day to hear of the work we are doing here at Warm Springs.”

Matted and framed to an overall size of 11.5 x 15. In fine condition, with two punch holes to top and a small ink notation to bottom. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

111. Eleanor Roosevelt. Four TLSs, each one page, personal or United Nations letterhead, dated between 1954 and 1961. General correspondence from Roo-sevelt to a colonel, express-ing thanks and well-wishes. In overall very good condi-tion, with various mailing folds and moderate foxing to two letters. Accompanied by an original unsigned photo. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

114. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Spectacular vin-tage sepia matte-finish 8 x 10 photo of a younger Roo-sevelt, signed in the lower border in fountain pen. Light corner tip creasing and the image a bit faded, other-wise fine condi-tion. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

115. Franklin D. Roosevelt. World War II–dat-ed TLS signed “F. D. R.,” one page, 7 x 8.75, White House let-terhead, May 6, 1942. Letter to Senator Lister Hill. In full: “Ever so many thanks for sending me J o h n Te m p l e Graves’ column in answer to Felix Morley’s article in the ‘Saturday

Evening Post.’ Morley is either deliberately writing stuff which rejoices the heart of Hitler or he is a theoretical dreamer who ought not to write at all.” In fine condition, with three horizontal folds and a paperclip impression to the upper left. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Morley is either deliberately writing stuff which rejoices the heart of Hitler or he is a

theoretical dreamer who ought not to write at all”






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117. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 20 x 15, March 27, 1943. President Roosevelt appoints Hugh B. Cox “of the District of Columbia…an Assistant Attorney General.” Neatly signed at the conclusion by Roosevelt and countersigned by Attorney General Francis Biddle. Dampstaining to the borders (heaviest to the upper right), and light scattered creases and wrinkles, otherwise fine condition. Attractive gold foil seal affixed to the right side is embossed in deep relief and remains fully intact. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

116. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Notarized DS as president, two pages, 8 x 13, June 21, 1937. Headed “In the Matter of acquiring title to Public Park bounded by Congress and Myrtle Avenues and Leavitt Street in the Third Ward, Borough of Queens, City of New York.” In part, “Franklin D. Roosevelt, being duly sworn, deposes and says that he joined in the prayer for relief contained in the petition of John M. Hackett and Bankers Trust Company, Executors under the Last Will and Testament of James R. Roosevelt [FDR’s half-brother], deceased. That your deponent [FDR] has been informed that the City of New York on June 26th, 1912 acquired title to Damage Parcels Nos. 1, 2 and 3 herein and made an award to an ‘Unknown Owner’ in the sum of 15,200. That your deponent has been further informed that your deponent’s father, James Roosevelt, died seized of 26 2/3% of the premises of which Damage Parcels Nos. 1, 2 and 3…That your deponent has been informed that he is entitled to one-third of 26 2/3% of the awards made for Damage Parcels Nos. 1, 2 and 3 herein and makes claim to the same…” In fine condition, with expected folds, with a horizontal fold through a couple letters of signature. Accompanied by a seven-page document, the Last Will and Testament of FDR’s half-brother, James R. Roosevelt. Dated November 22, 1924, it includes two Codicils dated August 10, 1926, and November 8, 1926. There are penciled notes in an unidentified hand on the first page, one noting “JRR Died 5/7/27.” A scarce, intimate family document signed by one of the world’s greatest leaders, with unique annotations. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

118. Franklin D. Roos-evelt. Signed book: On Our Way. First edition. NY: John Day Company, 1934. Hard-cover, 5.5 x 7.75, 300 pages. Signed and inscribed, as presi-dent, on the fully-detached first free end page, “For Bernier S. Pouton, Merry Christmas from Franklin D. Roosevelt 1934.” Autographic condition: very good, with scattered light ton-ing to page as well as several small tears and chips to edges, and two handwritten correc-tions to text in an unknown

hand. Book condition: G+/None. Blue cloth-covered boards; edges worn, with several tears in cloth at corners and spine-ends; spine sunned; pen mark down front joint and below gilt name on front cover; moderate soiling; front and rear hinges cracked; signed ffep detached completely; textblock yellowed and lightly foxed; few pages have tiny tears at edges; previous owner has marked the title on half-title page in red pen and added her name below; name also written in same pen on rfep, with ink rubbed onto pastedown and impression visible on two previous pages. The two mistakes corrected in later printings (on pages x and 162) have been hand-corrected. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

FDR appointment with a gorgeous embossed seal

FDR files a 1937 claim for his portion of family-owned property

Newly-elected Roosevelt inscribes a first edition of his ‘New Deal’






120. Theodore Roosevelt. ALS, two pages both sides, 5.5 x 9, State of New York Assembly Chamber letterhead, January 31, 1882. Letter to “My dear Lehmair,” in part: “If I was not in the Legislature I should certainly extend you my most active sup-port; as it is I give you my greatest sympathy. I hardly know what to advise about the project of making the club social; though the Garfield Club we visited was very pleasant, I should doubt if it had any great political weight. There would always be a great danger, that the club would become merely a pleasure resort. I think it would pay far better to have a few active members possessing a genuine interest in political reform, than to have a large number of men who wished to collect to talk and drink, and in reality cared little for the true objects of the association. We might have a large number of names on the list, of people who would take an interest in it as election day drew near, we might also have a few real men who would of necessity have the real work devolve upon them…If the club was put on a social basis I very much fear that it would come in the end to assume a social, and not political character; a result highly to be regretted. The fault of our organization last year was, largely, that it was a mere debating society; we must have the political purpose of the club declared and always kept before it. I doubt if any organization which did not mean honest hard work could get along, or be of much service.” In fine condition, with punch holes to left edge of both pages and a bit of trivial soiling.

When offered a chance to run for the New York Assembly in 1881, Roosevelt withdrew from his studies at Columbia Law School in hopes of an immediate entry into politics. Elected easily, he began his political career with insight well beyond his twenty-three years. In this letter to influential Republican leader James S. Lehmair, who would help secure Roosevelt’s nomination for mayor in 1886, he reflects on the ‘Garfield Clubs’ that rallied great excitement and public support for the presidential elections of 1880 but failed to build a serious Republican base. Noting “though the Garfield Club we visited was very pleasant, I should doubt if it had any great political weight,” he encourages Lehmair to steer away from the socially-based clubs and “have the political purpose…declared and always kept before it” to build stronger support for upcoming elections. A wonderful handwritten letter, offering an early glimpse of the no-nonsense leader’s insight that helped secure him his place as president nearly two decades later. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

119. Franklin D. Roo-sevelt. TLS, one page, 7 x 9, September 8, 1920. Brief letter to a collector. In full: “I am very glad to give you my autograph at the bottom of this letter.” In very good condition, with heavy horizontal folds, mounting remnants to reverse of second integral page, and some light wrin-kles and creases. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

121. Theodore Roosevelt. TLS as president, one page, 7.25 x 9, black-bordered Executive Man-sion letterhead, October 9, 1901. Letter to Mr. Lamont of The Evening Post in New York. In full: “Thank you sincerely for those clippings. You are doing me a service in sending them. It was a genuine pleasure to meet you the other day.” Central horizontal fold passing through portion of signature, a mild shade of toning, and some trivial spreading to ink of text, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, marked “Personal.” Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The earliest Roosevelt we have ever offered, showing the keen political acumen that would land him in the White House nearly two decades later







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125. Theodore Roosevelt. Bold ink signature, “Theodore Roosevelt, President of the United States from 1901 to 1909,” on an off-white card. Cloth-matted and framed with a portrait of Roosevelt on the campaign trail to an overall size of 14 x 18.25. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

124. Theodore R o o s e v e l t . White House card boldly signed in black ink, “Theo-dore Roosevelt.” In very good con-dition, with verti-cal bends and ripples, some mild

toning, and mounting remnants to reverse. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

123. Theodore Roo-sevelt. Fountain pen signature, “Theodore Roosevelt,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2.5 card with a clipped December 23, 1912, Madison Square Station postmark affixed to lower right corner. In very good condition, with

a couple vertical creases, scattered toning, and mounting remnants on reverse. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

122. Theodore Roosevelt. TLS signed “T. Roosevelt,” one page, 6 x 6.5, The Outlook letterhead, June 10, 1913. Letter to Harry C. Forster, Jr. In full: “I must send you just one line to say how pleased I was to get your letter. Naturally I am gratified at the outcome of the libel suit.” Matted and framed with an engraved portrait of Roosevelt to an overall size of 17 x 12. In very good condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, light scattered creases, and typed text faded but legible. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

“Naturally I am gratified at the outcome of the libel suit”

Robust signature of Roosevelt, “President of the United States

from 1901 to 1909”







126. William H. Taft and Cabinet. Ink signature, “Wm. H. Taft,” on an off-white 5 x 2.75 card. Overall toning, light creases and rippling, and mounting remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by 12 slips and cards, each signed by a member of his cabinet. Signers are: James S. Sherman, Franklin MacVeagh, Henry L. Stimson, George von Lengerke Meyer, Frank Harris Hitchcock, Charles Nagel, Richard Achilles Ballinger, Walter L. Fisher, Philander C. Knox, James Wilson, George W. Wickersham, and Jacob M. Dickinson. In overall very good to fine condition, with scattered toning, soiling, and rippling. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

127. William H. Taft. TLS signed “Wm. H. Taft,” one page, 5 x 7.25, War Department letterhead, January 16, 1908. Letter to the secretary of the YMCA declining an invitation to speak. In part: “Asking me to address the Men of Yonkers…I beg to say that on account of the great amount of official business on hand, and the engagements I have already made for the winter and spring, it will not be possible for me to accept the kind invitation.” Matted and framed by Goodspeed’s Book Shop in Boston, with a portrait of Taft, to an overall size of 14.5 x 13. In very good condition, with moderate fading and brushing to signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

128. William H. Taft. TLS signed “Wm. H. Taft,” one onionskin page, 5.25 x 8, personal letterhead, July 12, 1908. Letter to Congressman Herbert Parsons of New York. In full: “I have your letter about the application of Colonel Hoff to be Surgeon-General. I don’t know exactly when the present Surgeon-General retires. I know that Hoff is a good man, and that he will probably have the support of Bell, who thinks well of him. The present Surgeon-General, however, is strongly in favor of Kean, who is Hoff’s junior, but who is a very fine executive officer and quite abreast of all progressive movements in the Department.” Light scattered creases and wrinkling, a paperclip impression to the upper border, and slight haloing to typed text, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)





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131. William H. Taft. Signed book: Four Aspects of Civic Duty. First edition. NY: Charles Scribner’s Sons, 1906. Hardcover, 5.25 x 7.75, 111 pages. Signed in fountain pen on the first free end page, “With the best wishes of Wm. H. Taft, Feby 10th, 1907.” Autographic condition: fine, with a small price notation above signature and a uniform shade of mild toning. Book condition: VG/None. Navy cloth-covered boards with gilt title to spine and gilted upper textblock edge; slight wear to edges, with few tiny tears in cloth at corners and spine-ends; very light soiling and moderate rubbing to exterior; expected tiny tears to deckled edges; price written in pen on ffep; small sticker from the famous Brentano’s bookstore (DC location) on rear pastedown, with minor offsetting to rfep. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

130. William H. Taft. White House card, signed in black ink, “Sincerely yours, Wm. H. Taft, Nov 20th, 1912.” In very good condition, with several blocks of toning, a few light bends, and mounting remnants to reverse. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

129. William H. Taft. TLS signed “Wm. H. Taft,” one page, 5.5 x 9, War Department letterhead, November 21, 1906. Letter to Oswald Garrison Villard of the New York Evening Post. In full: “I have your note of November sixteenth, in respect to Pershing. At the instance [sic] of the President I made an investigation into the merits of immorality against Pershing, and especially inquired of General George W. Davis, whose subordinate he was in the Islands and who was certainly in a position to hear and know of such facts if they existed. However, I shall bring the matter to the attention of the President as soon as he returns, and take the steps that he thinks wise to take.” In fine condition, with haloing to the typed text and a stray mark to the left of the signature.

When President Roosevelt promoted John ‘Black Jack’ Pershing from Captain to Brigadier General, skipping three ranks and surpassing over 800 senior officers, a scandal surfaced that nearly de-stroyed the general’s reputation. On information from an anonymous source, newspapers around the world published charges that he kept a Filipino mistress while serving in the Moro district, secretly fathering two children. As evidence surfaced to clear Pershing of the charges—including affidavits from men named as witnesses to the affair, and an affidavit from the supposed ‘mistress’ herself denying it—Secretary of War William Taft stayed on top of the rumors on behalf of the president, keeping his newspaper friend Oswald Villard informed each step of the way. The press quickly changed its tune, publishing articles instead about jealous passed-over officers likely responsible for beginning the baseless rumors, and the general continued his meteoric rise. An interesting letter regarding the military hero who would go on to earn the highest rank ever held in the US Army: General of the Armies. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Taft signs his volume on the responsibility of civic duty

“At the instance of the President I made an investigation into the merits of immorality against Pershing,” Taft writes of the scandal

threatening to destroy the recently promoted general’s career






133. Zachary Taylor. Partly-printed DS, signed “Z. Taylor, Col. Cmg,” one page, 21 x 16.5, May 1835. A “Muster Roll of Non-Commissioned Officers and Privates employed on extra duty, as Mechanics and Labourers, at Fort Crawford, M. T.” Muster roll lists 15 soldiers’ names, companies, and nature of their service including “Saw Mill,” “Turner,” “Quar-rying Stone,” “Teamster,” and “Carpenter,” as well as their pay and length of service. Signed at the bottom by Taylor as commander, and countersigned by the assistant quartermaster. In fine condition, with vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, a central horizontal fold, and some scattered light toning. Fort

Crawford was an outpost of the United States Army located in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, during the 19th Century. The army’s occupation of Prairie du Chien actually spanned the lifetime of two fortifications, both of them named Fort Crawford. A particularly clean, bright example boasting a crisp and bold signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

132. Zachary Taylor and Cabinet. LS signed “Z. Taylor, Col., 1st Rgt. U. S. Inf’y, Comd’g,” one page, 7.75 x 9.5, New Orleans, May 1, 1828. Letter to an adjutant general. In part: “I have the pleasure to enclose herewith master rolls of the four Com-panies of the Inf’y at this post under my commmand for the months of March & April last.” Light overall toning, some mirroring to ink at the top, a few slight brushes to ink, and light mounting remnants to reverse upper border, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by six letters, documents, and slips, each signed by a member of his cabinet. Signers are: Millard Fillmore, Jacob Collamer, William M. Meredith, George W. Crawford, Thomas Ewing, and John M. Clayton. In overall very good to fine condition, with various folds, toning, and soiling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Col. Taylor approves extra duty for his Fort Crawford men on a large muster roll





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135. Zachary Taylor. Rare partly-printed vellum DS as president, signed “Z. Taylor,” one page, 17.25 x 14.25, March 8, 1849. President Taylor appoints Jabob Collamer to be Postmaster General of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by Taylor and countersigned by Secretary of State John Clayton.” In very good condition, with a central vertical crease, scattered moderate foxing, portions of handwritten text and Clayton’s signature light, but still legible, and mild wrinkling. The white wafer seal is cracked and toned, but still

intact. Three days after he took his oath of office, Taylor appointed Collamer, a Whig congressman from Vermont, to the position of postmaster general. He resigned from office following Taylor’s sudden death in July 1850 and returned to Vermont where he served as a judge on the Superior Court of Vermont. One of the founders of the Republican party, Collamer was elected to the US Senate in 1855 and later drafted the bill authorizing Abraham Lincoln to use force against southern secession. High-level presidential cabinet appointments rarely appear on the market, and as a piece signed by Taylor during his 16 month presidency, this is an even more scarce and desirable example. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

134. Zachary Taylor. ALS signed “Z. Taylor, Majr,3d R Infy,” one page both sides, 7.5 x 9.5, Louisville, Kentucky, April 9, 1819. Letter to Col. George Gibson recommending a Lieutenant in his command. In part: “Sometime since I took the liberty to recommend Lt. J. B. Carre…to you through Genl. Jesup, for an appointment in the company department & was glad to find from a register forwarded me by the Adjt Inspr. Genl that he had received the appointment previous to my recommendation reaching you…Lt. Clark would be very much gratified if he could be attached to some southern station, as his constitution is not adapted to a northern climate.” Beautifully matted and framed with a gold-inlaid, sterling silver portrait plate issued in a limited edition by the Franklin Mint in the early-to-mid 1970s and a well-done copy of the front of the letter, to an overall size of 36.5 x 18.5. A few small fold separations, scattered toning and soiling, and several small notations, otherwise very good condition. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Taylor seeks a southern appointment for an officer “as his constitution is not adapted to a northern climate”

Extremely scarce Taylor presidential cabinet appointment of the Postmaster General






138. Harry S. Truman. TLS as president, one page, 6.5 x 8, White House letterhead, May 5, 1949. Letter to W. B. Fitzpatrick. In full: “I appreciated very much your letter of April twenty-ninth in regard to Dr. Wooley. I am certainly sorry to hear of his present illness and I sincerely hope that some way may be found to cure him and alleviate his suffering.” Matted and framed with the original mailing envelope to an overall size of 18.5 x 12. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

137. Harry S. Truman and Cabinet. Vin-tage fountain pen signature, “Best wishes, Harry Tru-man, USS Mo.,” on an off-white 4.5 x 3 custom-made collector’s card bearing a clipped August 2, 1944, postmark affixed to the lower left. In fine condition, with mild overall toning, light rippling to edges, and mounting remnants to reverse. Accompanied by 58 letters, slips, and cards (many with affixed postmarks and portraits) each signed by a member of his cabinet. Signers are: George Marshall (2), Fred M. Vinson, Tom C. Clark (2), Dean Acheson, James Forrestal (3), Henry A. Wallace (4), Jesse M. Donaldson (2), Henry L. Stimson (2), Harold L. Ickes (3), Robert P. Patterson, John Wesley Snyder (2), Charles W. Sawyer (2), Kenneth Claiborne Royall, Clinton P. Anderson, W. Averell Harriman, James F. Byrnes, Robert E. Hannegan, Charles F. Brannan (2), Henry Morgenthau, Jr. (3), Francis Biddle (3), Frank C. Walker (2), Edward Stettinius, Jr. (2), Frances Perkins (3), Maurice J. Tobin (2), Lewis B. Schwellenbach, Claude R. Wickard (2), Alben W. Barkley, Julius A. Krug (2), Oscar L. Chapman, J. Howard McGrath, Robert A. Lovett, Louis A. Johnson, and James P. McGranery. In overall fine condition, with various light toning, rippling, and a few creases. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

136. Zachary Taylor. Ink sig-nature, “Z. Taylor, Btt Genl, U. S. A. Comdg,” on an off-white 3.25 x 1.75 lightly-lined slip. A crease in between

signature and rank, a few other creases, and a horizontal fold under signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

139. Harry S. Truman. TLS, one page, 8 x 10.5, United States Senate letterhead, May 12, 1939. Short letter to Rufus Burrus. In full: “I am enclosing you a copy of letter which I have today written Major General Percy P. Bishop, and I hope it has the desired ef-fect.” Punch and staple holes to top edge and a few wrinkles, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned carbon of the letter men-tioned by Truman. Pre-certified

John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

140. Harry S. Tru-man. Printed political cartoon, 8.25 x 7.5, originally done by Bur-ris Jenkins in honor of Truman’s 75th birthday, signed and inscribed at the bottom, “Best of luck to Phil Regan, Harry S. Truman 5/8/59.” Also signed and inscribed by Jenkins. Some light creasing and wrinkling, and Jenkins’s signature and inscription light, but legible, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)







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143. Harry S. Truman. TLS, one page, 7 x 10, personal letterhead, April 29, 1963. Truman writes Jacob Baal-Teshuva, editor of The Mission of Israel. In full: “I will, of course, be most happy to receive the first copy of the book and if it is not possible for me to be in New York, and it doesn’t look as if I will be, you can present it to Margaret for me. She will be glad to receive it.” Truman adds a handwritten postscript: “Margaret’s address is Mrs. Clifton Daniel, 830 Park Ave., N.Y. City.” A horizontal mailing fold passing through his postscript, light wrinkling, and a couple spots of very faint soiling, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope, plus two other envelopes. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

142. Harry S. Truman. Ink signature and inscription, “To Bill, one of God’s good & great men. Harry S. Truman,” on an off-white 4.25 x 2.25 gilt-edged place card embossed in color with the presi-dential flag at upper left, and “Mr. Hassett” calligraphed in the center. In fine condition, with a couple of trivial spots. This place card was used aboard the presidential yacht, U.S.S. Williamsburg. Hassett served as correspondence secretary under President Truman after President Roosevelt died in 1945, serving until 1952. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

141. Harry S. Truman. Partly-printed DS as president, one page, 19 x 15, November 12, 1946. President Truman appoints Willard L. Thorp “an Assistant Secretary of State…for the time being and until the end of the next session of the Senate of the United States, and no longer.” Signed at the conclusion by Truman and countersigned by acting Secretary of State Dean Acheson. Nicely matted and framed to an overall size of 29 x 25. In fine condition, with some light curling to the intact seal. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

144. Harry S. Tru-man. TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, September 13, 1965. Letter to Sey-mour Kessler. In part: “Thank you very much for the two photographs of President Hoover and myself, taken at his Library at West Branch, Iowa when it was dedi-cated, together with the First Day stamps. I am glad to have these for my collection here in the Library.” In fine condi-tion. Pre-certified John

Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

“One of God’s good & great men”

Truman State Department appointment for Willard Thorp, who later helped draft the Marshall Plan






147. Harry S. Truman. Signed book: Mr. Citizen. Later printing. NY: Bernard Geis Associates, 1960. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6.25 x 9.25, 315 pages. Signed on the half-title page in fountain pen. Autographic condition: fine, with light toning to the signed page. Book condition: VG/VG. White and blue cloth-covered boards; minor bumps at corners; exterior foxed and slightly yellowed; few small spots of soiling to textblock edges; front hinge cracked. Dust jacket has some chips/tears and creases along edges; yellowed; lightly rubbed and soiled. Accompanied by an unsigned first edition of The Free World and Free Trade, published by the Southern Methodist University Press, 1963, hardcover with slipcase, limited to 1000 copies. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

146. Harry S. Tru-man. TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, April 6, 1961. Letter to Dr. George M. Arrowsmith. In part: “I sincerely hope that you and Mrs. Arrow-smith will be able to be here for the dedication of the Library Mural which Thomas Hart Benton has painted.” In a handwritten postscript, Turman adds, “That dedication will be Apr. 15, ’61.” In fine condi-tion. Accompanied by the original mailing en-

velope, bearing a pre-printed free frank signature. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

145. Harry S. Truman. TLS as president, one page, 7 x 9, White House letterhead, May 12, 1945. Letter to E. J. Short, Sr., of Republic, Missouri. In full: “You don’t know how very much I appreciated your good letter of the fourteenth. I remember very well the various conversations referred to in the letter and I was always fearful that responsibility would be mine. Now that I have it I will have to meet it. It was certainly a pleasure to hear from you. One of the terrible penalties is that I can no longer be free and friendly with the people I want to be free and friendly with. This is a job that takes all the time a man has but if you come to Washington be sure to let me know and I will be glad to see you. Give my best to Mrs. Short.” In fine condition, with some light soiling along right edge. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. An insightful letter with Truman recalling their recent conversations about the possibility of Roosevelt’s death and the great responsibility which Truman inherited when it happened. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

After foreshadowing FDR’s death, Truman admits the pressure of the

presidency: “I was always fearful that responsibility would be mine. Now that I have it I will have to meet it”

Truman sends an invitation to “the dedication of the

Library Mural which Thomas Hart Benton has painted”





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152. Harry S. Truman. Rare partly-printed DS as president, signed “Harry S. Truman,” one page, 23 x 19, June 12, 1946. In part: In full, “Know ye, that reposing special trust and confidence in the Patriotism, Integrity and Abilities of John W. Sny-der, of Missouri, I have nominated, and, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate, do appoint him Secretary of the Treasury, and do authorize and empower him to execute and fulfill the duties of that Office according to law, and to have and to hold the said Office, with all the powers, privileges and emoluments to the same of right appertaining, unto him the said John W. Snyder during the pleasure of the President of the United States, for the time being.” Signed at the conclusion by Tru-man and countersigned by Secretary of State James F. Byrnes. In fine condition, with some mild wrinkling and a couple trivial spots. Accompanied by a photocopy of a 1953 letter, written four days before the end of his term, in which Truman praises Snyder and assures him that ‘no President ever received more dependable advice and assistance than you have given me.’

The close friendship of Truman and Snyder began in 1928 when Truman was a county judge. The pair served together in the US Army Re-serves after World War I and they remained in constant contact, with the association culminating in Truman nominating Snyder as his treasury secretary. As a Cabinet member, Snyder’s responsibilities included establishing a stable postwar economy, maintaining confidence in the credit of the government, reducing the federal debt, and encouraging public thrift through investment in US Savings Bonds. Cabinet appointments are rarely encountered, with less than a dozen such documents ever having appeared on the market.. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

151. Harry S. Truman. FDC with a cachet honoring Frank-lin D. Roosevelt, signed in black ink by Truman. In fine condition, with mild overall

toning and a few light creases. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

150. Harry S. Truman. TLS, one page, 6.75 x 10.25, personal letterhead, Independence, Mis-souri, December 3, 1962. Letter to a WGN executive. In part: “Thank you very much for the television film covering the Herbert Hoover Library Dedication…I look forward to viewing it at the first opportunity.” Double-matted to an overall size of 10 x 14. In fine condition, with a few light creases. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

149. Harry S. Truman. White House c a r d n e a t l y signed in black ink. Mounting remnants to re-verse, otherwise fine condition. P re -ce r t i f i ed

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

148. Harry S. Truman. Unis-s u e d U n i t e d States Senate Chamber pass, 4 x 2.75, signed at the bottom by Truman as Vice President. In very good condition, with noticeable central horizontal crease, paperclip impression to top, and tape remnants to reverse. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

A rare presidential cabinet appointment as Truman appoints his longtime friend John Snyder as Secretary of the Treasury







154. John Tyler. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, signed “J. Tyler,” one page, 11.25 x 8, October 12, 1842. President Tyler appoints Richard F. Dunn as “a Gunner in the Navy of The United States.” Signed at the conclusion by Tyler and Secretary of the Navy Abel P. Upshur. Seal is absent. In very good condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), light scattered creases and toning, and mild overall foxing. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

153. John Tyler and Cabinet. Partly-printed vellum DS as president, signed “J. Tyler,” one page, 11 x 14.5, July 2, 1842. Scalloped-top ship’s pass reads, in part: “Suffer the Barque Emma of Westport, Charles Ball master or commander…mounted with no guns navigated with 23 men to pass with her Company Passengers, Goods and Merchandise without any hinderance, seizure or mo-lestation.” Signed at the conclusion by Tyler and countersigned by Daniel Webster. White paper seal affixed to the lower left remains fully intact. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered creases, light scattered foxing and soiling, mounting remnants to the front (affecting a portion of the main text), and show-through from mounting remnants to reverse. Accompanied by nine letters, documents, and slips, each signed by a member of his cabinet. Signers are: William Wilkins, Abel P. Upshur, Thomas W. Gilmer, David Henshaw, John C. Spencer, George M. Bibb, James M. Porter, John Nelson, and Walter Forward. Various folds, light creases, toning, and pencil notations, otherwise overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)




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155. George Washington. ALS signed “Go: Washington,” one page both sides, 7.25 x 11.75, Mount Vernon, May 25, 1785. Letter to Major Robert Lewis and Sons. In full: “In consequence of your letter of the 5th of last month, I discharged Willm Roberts from his atten-dance at my Mill. It now is, & has been for some times past without a Miller—and as Mr. Davenport from your acct would be ready to take charge of it in about three, not seven, weeks, and not yet come, and nor any acct of him, I am apprehensive of some disappointment.

If this is the case, I should be glad to know it as soon as possible, One Baker who referred to you for a character, & was employed by Col. Biddle at his Mill near George Town (Maryland) has applied to me; but considering myself under an engagement I gave him no encouragement. A person who writes the enclosed letter has also offered; but I gave him no answer, and some others have likewise made applications; but as I depended upon Davenport I asked for no character, nor enquired into their qualifications.

If Davenport should have disappointed me, would Baker answer my purpose? Would Reynolds do better? Or have you any other in view which you may think preferable to either? I am sorry to give you so much trouble with my affairs but hope you will excuse it.”

Two slips are affixed to the inside of the second integral page. One reads, “This letter was found many years ago, among the papers of my grandfather Robert Lewis. I desire my son Robert will take charge

of it. Laurence Lewis, February 22, 1849.” Second slip traces the Lewis genealogy from Ellis Lewis (1680–1750) to Robert S. Lewis (b. 1919). Reverse of second integral page bears a free franked address panel in Washington’s hand to “Messrs. Robt Lewis & Sons, Merchts, Philadelphia,” and franked in the lower left, “Free, Go. Washington.” Partial separations along the very fragile intersecting mailing folds, a few trivial areas of paper loss along folds, moderate toning, old tape repairs, a few small areas of paper loss along edges, one area affecting last number in date, and scattered light soiling, otherwise good condition.

As the British evacuated the last of their troops from the newly inde-pendent United States at the close of 1783, Washington resigned his commission as commander-in-chief and returned to Mount Vernon. Though his retirement was brief, returning to Philadelphia in the summer of 1787 to take his place as president of the Constitutional Convention, the break did enable him to set straight affairs at his beloved plantation. Built in 1771 to increase the production of flour and cornmeal for export, his enormous stone gristmill had remained little utilized while he was at war. In this letter, he seeks out the proper Miller to run it. On their own, both Washington free franks and let-ters in his hand are highly desirable: this piece, with its free-franked panel still attached to the complete ALS, is exponentially more so: an extraordinary piece! Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1500)

Exceptionally scarce, crisply signed letter from Mount Vernon, with the entire free-franked panel still intact

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156. George Washington. Remarkable and very early ADS in Washington’s hand, signed “G. Washington,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 12 x 7.25, April 3, 1752. A handwritten land survey for 400 acres of land undertaken by Washington with the assistance of John Johnston and James McCormick (chainmen) and Benjamin Pearson (markman). In part: “Pursuant to a Warrant from the Proprieter’s Office to the directed I have Surveyed for Mrs. Mary Johnston a certain tract of waste land situate in the Barrens between Bullskin and Long Marsh…400 acres.” Washington provides a very detailed account of the exact layout of the land, adding a precise and crisply-penned survey map of the tract he surveyed. Reverse is also docketed in Washington’s hand, “Mrs. Mary Johnston’s Plat for 400 acres.” Small separations along hinge and central vertical folds, and some scattered light toning and soiling, otherwise fine, clean condition.

In July 1749, at the young age of 17, Washington was appointed official surveyor for the newly-created Culpeper County in northern Virginia, a relatively well-paid and prestigious position. He continued to work as a surveyor until November 1752, when he was appointed adjutant in the Virginia colonial militia. Records indicate that during his time as surveyor, Washington conducted 199 land sur- veys, of which fewer than 75 are known extant—and many of those are confined to institutions. What is most notable about this particular piece, however, is that the plot of land surveyed is apparently adjacent to Washington’s own property.

Using money from his surveying job, Washington purchased his first plot of land in 1750—nearly 500 acres near Bullskin Creek. At the time he conducted this survey, he had amassed over 2,000 acres of surrounding land that he referred to as “my Bullskin Plantation.” He had developed a full-scale plantation on the premises known as Rock Hall by 1755, which he maintained ownership of for the rest of his life, though purely as an investment property—he leased it out to tenants and remained inactive in its management. An extraordinarily impressive document, made especially desirable by its significance with respect to Washington’s life and military career—he used skills learned during his time as a surveyor to plan troop movements and attacks that helped him to defeat the much larger British army during the Revolutionary War.Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $2000)

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157. Martin Van Buren and Cabinet. Ink signature, “M. Van Buren,” on an off-white 3.5 x .5 slip affixed to an off-white 5 x 3 card bearing a small affixed portrait. Mild scattered soiling and the signature a bit faded, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by 10 letters, slips, and cards, each signed by a member of his cabinet. Signers are: Levi Woodbury, John Forsyth (2), Richard M. Johnson, John M. Niles, Joel R. Poinsett, Mahlon Dickerson, Felix Grundy, Henry D. Gilpin, and James K. Paulding. In overall very good to fine condition, with various folds, foxing, toning, and small tears. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

158. George Washington. Partly-printed DS, signed “Go: Washington,” one page both sides, 8 x 12.75, June 9, 1783. Washington discharges an enlisted man. Document reads, in full: “By His Excel-lency George Washington, Esq., General and Commander in Chief of the Forces of the United States of America. These are to certify that the Bearer hereof Henry Ash…having faithfully served the United States from the 12th March 1780, until the present period being enlisted for the War only, is hereby discharged from the American Army.” Signed at the conclu-sion by Washington, and also signed by Washington’s aide-de-camp Jonathan Trumbull Jr. Bottom of the document also notes that Ash was presented the Badge of Merit for three years of faithful service. Printed on the reverse of the document is a statement reading, “The within certificate shall not avail the Bearer as a Discharge, until the ratification of the

definitive Treaty of Peace; previous to which Time, and until Proclamation thereof shall be made, He is to be considered as being on Furlough.” Docketing under the statement in a secretarial hand, dated February 11, 1784, reads, “For value rec’d I hereby grant and make over unto Mr. Geo. Fisher my right and claim of Six Hundred Acres of land due me from the State of New York as a Soldier in Col. Lamb’s Regt. of Artillery in the Line of this State given under my hand.” A further statement at the bottom attests that

Ash had not previously bargained away the land. Magnificently gilt-matted and framed with a well-done copy of the reverse of the document, a large copy of the U. S. Constitution, a gold-inlaid, sterling silver portrait plate issued in a limited edition by the Franklin Mint in the early-to-mid 1970s, and a portrait of Washington, to an overall size of 41 x 32. In good to very good condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, a few small separations to edges of folds, scattered toning, moderate show-through from writing on reverse, some behind signature, and a couple small mounting remnants to top edge of reverse. Oversized. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

Elaborately displayed 1783 Washington military discharge






160. George Wash-ington’s Cabinet. Four clipped slips, each signed by a member of Washington’s cabinet. Signers are: Timothy Pickering (2), Oliver Wolcott, Jr., and James McHenry. In overall very good condition, with various folds, toning, and soiling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

162. Woodrow Wilson and Cabinet. TLS signed “Woodrow Wilson,” one page, 7.75 x 2.75, com-plying with an autograph request, and an ink signature, “Woodrow Wilson, 1912, Sea Girt, New Jer-sey,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2.5 card. TLS bears a clipped July 22, 1912, postmark affixed to the left side. In

overall very good to fine condition, with moderate toning to both, and intersecting folds and trimmed edges to the letter (two vertical folds passing through single letters of the signature). Accompanied by 32 slips and cards, each signed by a member of his cabinet. Signers are: Joshua W. Alexander, Newton D. Baker (2), William Jennings Bryan, Albert S. Burleson (2), Bainbridge Colby, Josephus Daniels (2), Lindley M. Garrison, Carter Glass, Thomas W. Gregory (2), David F. Houston (3), Franklin K. Lane (2), Robert Lansing (2), Thomas R. Marshall (2), William G. McAdoo (2), James C. McReynolds, Edwin T. Meredith, Alexander M. Palmer, John B. Payne, William C. Redfield (2), and William B. Wilson (2).

In overall very good to fine condition, with various toning, soiling, and rippling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

161. Woodrow Wilson’s Cabinet. Vintage matte-finish 9.5 x 13 Harris and Ewing photo of Presi-dent Wilson with his cabinet, affixed to a 13.5 x 17.75 mount, and signed on the mount in black ink by Josephus Daniels, Newton D. Baker, Albert S. Burleson, David F. Houston, Franklin K. Lane, and Robert Lansing. In very good condition,

with heavy paper loss to upper right corner of the mount, moderate scattered silvering and spotting to the image, and the photo partially detached from mount. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

164. Woodrow and Edith Bolling Wil-son. Ink signature, as president, “Woodrow Wilson, 13 January 1919,” and “Edith Bolling Wilson,” on an off-white 6 x 3.75 album page. A small hole between

signatures and some mild toning, mainly to right side, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

163. Woodrow Wil-son. World War I–dated DS as president, one page, 11 x 14.75, August 23, 1917. President Wilson appoints George H. Harries as “Brigadier General in the National Army in the service of the United States.” Signed at the conclusion by Wilson and counter-signed by Secretary of War Newton D. Baker. Light scattered creases and toning, and a couple spots of soiling, other-wise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)








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209. Ethan Allen. Farmer, businessman, land speculator, philosopher, writer, American Revolutionary War patriot, hero, and politician. ADS, signed “Ethan & Ira Allen” all written by Ethan Allen in the text, three pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 7.5, June 20, 1781. Titled on first page, “A List of the Polls and ratable estate of the Town of Sunderland for June 20 AD 1781 Sunderland.” On the second page, one be-neath the other, are six names and the “ratable estate” value: “Genl Ethan & Ira Allen £63.0.0; Joseph Averill 13.0.0; Robert Averill 37.0.0; Col. Timth Brownson 124.0.0; Amos Brownson 48.0.0; Gideon Brownson 67.0.0; Eli Brownson…” All in the hand of Ethan Allen, they are in alphabetical order. On the reverse of the integral leaf (the back cover of the booklet), Allen has written: “The List for the Year of our Lord 1781.” Beneath which are some pen markings and some arithmetic in another hand. In good condition, with paper loss to bottom edge, moderate toning and staining, small binder holes along hinge, rough edges, and scattered creases.

Although the future fourteenth state declared its independence in 1777, it took 15 years for the “Republic of Vermont” to pay New York the several million dollars owed for the relinquishment of their claim on the land, thereby gaining support for Vermont’s eventual admittance to the Union in 1791. Interestingly, around the same time of this correspondence, Ethan and Ira Allen were engaged in secret talks via a Canadian middleman to determine if Vermont would allow itself to become a British province, which likely would have altered the tide of the Revolutionary War. Some historians contend that Vermont was poised to admit British troops when news of the surrender at Yorktown and the signing of the Treaty of Paris ended the conflict. A rare document from one of the most recognizable names in American history. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

210. Salomon August Andrée. ALS in French signed “S. A. Andrée,” one lined page, 5.5 x 8.75, August 16, 1895, to the great French balloonist Gaston Tissandier. In full: “Please accept my sincerest thanks for the interesting works you sent me. Your book on the great captive balloon of Giffard has already been ordered by the bookseller to complete my collection.” In fine condition, with some light creasing. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in An-drée’s hand. Since Andrée died at 42 and was little known before his doomed flight, his letters are very rare. An interesting letter associating the names of three great balloonists: Andrée, Giffard and Tissandier. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

The rarest of the polar explorers, Swedish balloonist Andrée

notablesExtremely rare document by the

legendary leader of the Green Mountain Boys



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213. John Jacob Astor. Real estate mag-nate, military officer, and heir to the Astor fortune (1864–1912) who perished in the Titanic disaster. Importers and Traders National Bank check, 8 x 3.25, filled out in another hand and signed by H. Morrison as executor of the estate of H. L. Hart, payable to the Trustees of John Jacob Astor for $647.90, May 14, 1886. Endorsed on the reverse by Astor, “J. J. Astor, Atty.” In very good condition, with a central vertical fold, expected cancellation cuts, and moderate show-through from writing on opposing sides. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

212. John Ja-cob Astor III. Member of the fabled Astor fami-ly of businessmen and financiers ( 1 8 2 2 – 1 8 9 0 ) who focused his business inter-ests primarily on the acquisition and management o f Manhat tan real estate. ALS signed “J. J. Astor, Jr.,” one page, 4 x 6.25, May 11, 1864. Letter to J. A. Stevens, Jr. In full: “I enclose amount of my annual dues, for 1864, & herewith

resign my membership of the Chamber of Commerce.” In fine condi-tion, with central vertical and horizontal folds, vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, and an office notation to the upper right. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

211. Francois Ara-go. French Catalan mathematician, physi-cist, astronomer, and politician (1786-1853). ANS in French, signed “F. Arago,” one page, 7 x 4.25, March 27, 1827. Untranslated note boldly signed at the conclusion by Arago. Central vertical fold, several pencil notations to top, and show-through from unrelated notations on reverse, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

215. Pierre Augereau. LS in French, signed “Augereau,” one page, 7.75 x 12.5, April 3, 1805. Letter to Marshal Berthier, Minister of War. In part (translated): “H.M. the Emperor has just restored to active service Col. Fournier, a fine officer of whom I’m very fond. His brother, the Squadron Chief who also served with distinction under my orders implores the good offices of His Majesty and of you, Mar-shal…grant him the protection…on which the rest of his life depends. I want very much to see him attached

to the General Staff of the Army which I command. Don’t refuse me, I beseech you, Marshal. I make bold to count on this new token of your friendship for me.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

214. William B. Astor. LS signed “Wm. B. Astor,” one page, 4.25 x 7, December 24, 1869. Letter to W. S. Chainley. In part: “I will give 92 for the $3500 of New Haven City 6% Bonds you offer that being the rate at which similar securities are selling here.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, the vertical fold passing through a single letter of the sig-nature, and some show-through from tape remnants to reverse. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)








219. Menachim Begin. Two items: one TLS signed “M. Begin,” one page, 8.25 x 11, personal letterhead, Jerusalem, February 24, 1987, in full: “The Government and our security services are doing everything possible, under the prevailing circumstances, to fight ter-rorism. It is one of the most complicated problems of our time, not only for our little country but also for the great powers. One day, we shall overcome”; and one glossy 3.5 x 5 head-and-shoulders photo, signed in the lower border in black felt tip, “M. Begin.” In fine condi-tion, with central vertical and horizontal folds and a few creases to the letter. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

218. P. T. Barnum. ALS, one page, 4.75 x 7, Barnum’s American Museum letterhead, July 3, 1855. Letter to a gentleman. In full: “Yours is rec’d. I shall see that the depositions of the Turner’s [sic] (& my own) are duly taken.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 8.5 x 10.75. Intersecting folds and light scattered foxing and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

217. Barbary Wars. Ar-chive consisting of ten let-ters related to the Barbary Wars, dated between 1804 and 1818, all addressed to Tobias Lear, the US consul general at Algiers who had formerly served as George Washington’s private sec-

retary. Three letters are from N. C. Nissen, Danish consul at Tripoli, and mention Commodore John Rodgers and “pleasure of seeing arrive here one of the U. States Gunboats...who brought information of the victories of the French in Naples.” Nissen’s most interesting letter, dated March 10, 1808, in part: “There are now marching upwards of 40/m men through Denmark for to attack Sweden. Daily I see about 2000 more marching through this place. The Pope has ceased to exist as a Temporal Prince. France has declared war to Algiers and it is probable that an army will pass through Spain to attack Gibral-tar...The President Mr. Jefferson has positively refused to be elected again, he was requested to permit it.” Two letters from Josef Iznardi, one mentioning a letter to the “Secretary of State,” James Madison. One letter from William Jarvis, complimenting Lear on the “proofs you have given of your humanity, by taking so active a part to obtain the amelioration of the situation of the Portuguese prisoners in Algiers.” Also included are letters from Captain Mat. Smith, R. G. Keats, a Spanish consul, and an 1814 manuscript copy of a letter regarding President Jefferson’s appointment of Lear to negotiate an exchange of prisoners. In overall very good to fine condition, with various folds, creases, foxing, and toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

216. John L. Baird. Scottish television inventor (1888–1946). He produced the first televised picture of moving objects in 1926 and invented color television two years later. TLS signed “J. L. Baird,” one page, 5.25 x 7, personal let-terhead, March 11, 1937. Brief letter to collector Lionel Aucoin. In full: “In reply to your letter, I have the pleasure in enclosing my auto-graphed photograph.” In fine condi-tion. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Begin on terrorism: “It is one of the most complicated problems of our time...One

day, we shall overcome”

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223. Simon Bolivar. Revolutionary and political leader (1783–1830) whose military campaigns against the Spanish were instrumental in the emergence of the independent nations of modern South America, including Bolivia, which was named in his honor. Partly-printed DS, in Spanish, one page, 8.5 x 12.5, June 14, 1827. Untranslated official government document signed by Bolivar as president of Columbia. Document is affixed to a slightly larger off-white sheet, and in turn affixed to another slightly larger sheet. In good condition, with moder-ate toning and soiling, paper loss to edges, more prevalent at bottom, intersecting folds and creases, one through a single letter of signature, and signature fairly light, but still legible. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

222. Simon Boe-rum. Political leader (1724–1775) who repre-sented New York in the Continental Congress in 1774 and 1775. Manu-script DS, one page, 12.5 x 15.75, March 22, 1774. Scalloped-top document for the sale of a parcel of land in King’s County, New York, be-tween Carel DeBevois and John Cowenhoven. Signed at the conclusion by Boerum and other officials. Document bears remnants of a red wax seal to lower right. In very good condition, with intersecting storage folds, and light scat-tered foxing. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

221. James G. Blaine. Politician (1830–1893) nicknamed the ‘Plumed Knight,’ he became secretary of state in 1889. LS, one page both sides, 4.5 x 7, personal letterhead, December 20, 1891. Letter to editor John Hopley. In part: “There is no truth whatever in the rumor that I am taking part in the Ohio canvass between Senator Sherman and Governor Foraker. I am not in the habit of interfering in the affairs of other states. I have not written a letter or sent a telegram to Ohio in reference to the matter. I could not do so without gross impropriety.” Three horizontal folds and some mild foxing, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

220. Jacob Berze-lius. Swedish chem-ist (1779–1848) who worked out the modern technique of chemical formula notation, and is considered a father of modern chemistry. ALS in Swedish, signed “Berzelius,” one page, 4.25 x 6.5, no date. Short untranslated let-ter to an unidentified recipient, mentioning two professors. Reverse of second integral page bears an address panel in Berzelius’s hand. A couple corner creases, some scattered light toning, and some paper loss to second integral page, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I am not in the habit of interfer-ing in the affairs of other states”







226. A. S. ‘Sandy’ Boyd. ALS signed “A. S. Boyd,” of Virginia, one page, 7.5 x 9.75, October 24, 1865. Letter to John Bennett, of Illinois. In part: “Our friends are all well & the Yankees all left, but I suppose we will have more shortly. If we could get rid of the Freedman’s Bureau, we could probably do much better. They demoralize ever Negro in the country who will not work. If the North wants Tobacco & Cotton they had best let us manage our own offices in our own way.” Intersect-ing folds, scattered toning, and a few small edge separations, otherwise very good condition. The Freedman’s Bureau’s purpose was to provide assistance to displaced former slaves in the Southern states for a period of one year. A great content letter written from a southerner to a northerner, referencing the Lincoln-initiated Freedman’s Bureau, with negative sentiments mirroring those of President Johnson’s investigatory committees. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

225. Pauline Bonaparte. Younger sister of Napoleon (1780–1825). ALS in French, signed “Pauline,” one page, 4.75 x 7.5, September 28, 1815. Letter to her brother Lucien. In part (translated): “It is with great pleasure, my dear Lucien, that I learn of your arrival in Rome…You’ve probably heard about all my grief and the bad con-duct of Prince Borghese. But what afflicts me most are the misfortunes of my family. You don’t doubt, my dear Lucien, about my attitude dur-

ing the time of your detention. I have so many things to tell you. What joy to be able to see you again.” Reverse of second integral page is addressed in Pauline’s hand. In very good condition, with intersecting folds and scattered toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

224. Louis Bonapar-te. Brother of Napoleon (1778–1846) made King of Holland by Napoleon on June 5, 1806. Louis took his duties seriously, adopting the Dutch form of his name, learning the language, and making a concerted effort to be a responsible, in-dependent ruler. LS in French, signed “Louis,” one page, 7.5 x 8.75, June 18, 1806. Letter to Monsieur C. C. De Carpentier. In part (translated): “I have received, Sir, your letter…expressing your desire for a place at the court of His Majesty the Emperor and King…I have made your request known to His Imperial and Royal Majesty.” Bonaparte has added a closing line in his own hand, “I desire that it be received favorably.” Second integral page bears an address in another hand as well as a mostly intact red wax seal on which the imperial eagle and crown are clearly visible. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and some mild circular toning from wax seal. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

228. Charles R. Buckalew. Politician (1821–1899) who rep-resented Pennsylvania in Congress and was an influential early ad-vocate of proportional representation. Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite bust portrait of Buckalew, by Brady of Washington, signed at the bottom of the image in black ink, “C. R. Buckalew.” Light toning to borders, mild silvering to dark areas of the image, and signifi-cant mounting remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

227. William B r a d f o r d . American soldier and jurist (1755–1795) who served as the second US attorney general from 1794–95. ADS, signed “Wm Bradford, Ju” one page, 8 x 4.25, September 24, 1790. Pay receipt reads, in part: “Mr. Charles Risk has paid me three pounds…for J. McKeanly, for our advice & services respecting the estate & guardianship of Thomas Lake, a minor.” In very good condi-tion, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, paper loss to right edge, slightly affecting the end of signature, and scattered toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)






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229. Aaron Burr. LS signed “A. Burr,” one page, 5 x 7.75, May 7. Letter to an unidentified gentleman. In full: “I wait with some impatience for the Shares in order to compleat my bargain, which must apologize to you for hounding you so frequently on the subject.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, a couple passing through signature, block of ton-ing from affixed slip on reverse, lightly affect-ing bottom of signature, several pencil notations, paper loss to top left corner, and other scattered toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

233. John C. Calhoun. Partly-printed DS, signed “J. C. Calhoun,” one page, 8 x 10, July 1, 1822. Calhoun informs Lieutenant Thompson Wheelock “that on the first instant the President of the United States appointed you a Brevet Second Lieutenant…You will, immediately on receipt hereof, please to communicate to this Department your ac-ceptance or non-acceptance of said appointment.” A clipped magazine article is affixed to the second integral page. In very good condition, with uniform toning, a couple slight separations to edges of folds, a few creases, and a couple pencil notations. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

232. John C. Calhoun. Prominent American politician (1782–1850) who served as secretary of war under Monroe and vice president under John Quincy Adams and Andrew Jackson, and later wielded great power and influence in the Senate. Full hand-addressed free frank, measuring 9.75 x 7.75 unfolded, with panel measuring 6.75 x 3.25, addressed by Calhoun to “En: Parsons, Esqr, Prest. U. S. Br. Bank, Middletown, Con.,” and franked in the upper right, “J. C. Calhoun,” below a free stamp. In very good condition, with vertical folds, scat-tered light toning, and some notations and docketing to outer edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

231. Richard E. Byrd. ALS, one page, 5 x 8, personal letter-head, no date. Letter to Mr. Whitman which ac-companied a Christmas gift. In full: “I send you this Xmas present with my warmest regards and all good wishes from the Byrds to the Whitmans for the new year.” In fine condition, with a central horizontal fold. Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

230. John Bur-roughs. AQS, signed “John Burroughs,” on an off-white 4.5 x 3.5 card, November 5, 1896. Burroughs pens the first stanza of ‘Waiting,’ one of his best-known po-ems: “Serene I fold my hands and wait, nor care

for wind or tide or sea; I rave no more ’gainst time or fate, for lo, my own shall come to me.” In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)







234. Howard Carter. British archaeologist and Egyptologist (1874–1939) whose 1922 discovery of the tomb of Tutankhamun in Egypt’s ‘Valley of the Kings’ proved to be one of the signal events in the history of archaeology. Extremely rare vintage matte-finish 7.5 x 9.75 Harris and Ewing photo of Carter sitting in a chair, affixed to its original 9.75 x 12.5 photographer’s mount, signed in fountain pen in the lower left corner of the image, “Howard Carter 1924.” In very good to fine condition, with moderate silvering to darker areas of image, mostly visible only at an angle, a couple mild ripples to top of photo from adhesive on reverse, and lightly trimmed edges to mount. In 1924, Carter gave 24 lectures about King Tut in the United States, and spoke in Washington, D. C. on May 8–9, when he almost certainly sat for this portrait at the Harris and Ewing studio. Carter returned to England that summer and returned to Cairo in December. Research indicates no record of the sale of any Howard Carter signed photo at any major public auction in the last 35 years. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

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235. Howard Carter. Extraordinarily rare ALS, one page, lightly-lined both sides, 8.5 x 13.25, Luxor, Egypt, May 24, 1900. Letter to his mother, “Dear Mater.” In part: “I am so glad you are enjoying yourself & all—yes your letter found me in my establishment, but tomorrow I must leave it again…With my new 6/- camera I can perhaps illustrate my letters when I can make time—Here are a few snaps from ‘Carter Castle’ to start with. [Affixed photo of a flock of pigeons]. ‘My Play Mates & Messy Mates’—It’s a wonder the cook did not put his face out the door at the time—that exactly opposite you being the kitchen. The pigeon on the right of the post, on top, is a particular kind, & makes or rather has mournful note different to ordinary pigeons. Here is their mansion, in which, eggs are laid & quarrels occur...The ladder is for the small ones whose flight is not yet perfect. [Affixed photo of a bird-house with ladder]. [Affixed photo of trees]. This is not unsightly—but an important corner in my abode…The Nile has risen…between me & Luxor is one sheet of water. Though yesterday was hot the weather is much cooler & I am now...ready for seeding & am imagining in differ-ent plots, peas, beans, cabbages, etc…I am looking forward to those seeds.” Carter has signed in full at the conclusion, “Howard Carter,” and then scribbled out his last name—likely to make it more informal. In a brief postscript, Carter has penned a poem: “Hugs to the aunts/

Kicks to the cat/ Steal an apple from the garden/ & see what they say to that.” Each affixed photo measures 2.25 x 2.25. Intersecting folds, most with partial tape-repaired separations, areas of toning due to af-fixed tape, light scattered foxing, and a few light creases to corners, otherwise very good condition.

Through the mid 1890s Howard Carter honed his skills as an excavator and site manager, as well as an illustrator and photographer. At the start of 1900, the twenty-six-year-old was appointed Chief Inspector of Antiquities to the Egyptian Government, responsible for the con-servation, protection and regulation of antiquities and archaeological excavations in Upper Egypt. He transferred to Lower Egypt four years later but resigned shortly after, supporting himself as an artist and illustrator for the next four years before joining Lord Carnarvon’s expedition at Thebes in 1909. This letter, written as Chief Inspector from his headquarters at Luxor, is extraordinary in its mentions of the Nile alongside his personal affixed photography. A magnificent and incredibly scarce piece from the archaeologist who would make the discovery of a lifetime two decades later. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

“The Nile has risen,” writes the young archeologist from his first important post in Egypt:

“between me & Luxor is one sheet of water”




Q. Would you tell us if you did know who did it?

A. No, I value my life too much to tell if I did know....






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236. Al Capone Deposition. Typed de-position signed an unbelievable four times, “Alphonse Capone,” once on each page of a four-page transcript of Capone’s interro-gation by police in their investigation of the attempted murder of his former mentor and crime associate John Torrio, dated January 24, 1925. Capone’s deposition is contained within 50 pages of police interviews, testi-mony, and notes in the case, each signed by the witness, two of whom include Capone’s chauffeur, Robert Barton and his accountant, Jake Gusick.

The first page provides the facts surround-ing the shooting stating that it took place at 3:30 P.M. at 7011 Clyde Avenue. Page states Torrio had “3 superficial gun shot wounds,” with the cause stating “While alighting from his automobile from the front of the above address was assaulted by three men, two of the men fired several shots at him, causing above injuries. The assailants then jumped into a dark cadillac touring car.” Capone’s police interrogation took place the same day as Torrio’s near fatal shooting.

Capone’s statement is captioned: “Statement of Alphonse Caponi [sic]. 7244 Prairie Av-enue...relative to the shooting of John Torrio...about 3:30 P.M. Jan 24th, 1925.” Highlights of the interrogation are as follows: “Q. What is your business? A. Furniture business. 2224 Wabash Ave. Q. What is [the] name of store? A. Antique furniture. No name to store…Q. How long do you know John Torrio? A. About three years. Q. Where did you meet him.? A. In Chicago, at the Race Track, I met him at the Bennie Leonard fight in East Chicago, about three years ago....Q. Do you know any of the Costello in New York? A. Yes, Frank.…Q. How did you happen to know Frank Costello? A. I met him in a restaurant at 7th and Broadway.…Q. Were you ever in trouble in New York? A. No.... Q. How many times were you arrested in Chicago? A. Everytime something happens I get arrested. Q. You do know Johnny Torrio, three years? A. Yes. Q. What time today did you hear he was shot? A. About six o’clock. Q.

Where were you when you heard of it? I was going over to buy a couple of tickets for the White Cargo. A. I heard it in Al Bloom’s cigar store, first, everyone was talking about it. Q. What did you do when you heard of it? A. I called the hospital…Q. You got to the room where Torrio was? A. Yes. Q. Did you talk to him in Italian? A. No.…Q. Did he tell you who did it, or did you ask him who did it? A. I did not ask him and he did not tell me because he was in no condition to talk. Q. Would [you] have any idea who did it? A. No. Q. Would you tell us if you did know who did it? A. No, I value my life too much to tell if I did know.... Q. Can you give any reason for the shooting? A. No I cannot. Q. This statement is true and if you were called to testify this would be your statement and you will be willing to sign this statement? A. Yes, sir.”

Another interesting page is a memo from a captain to the Deputy Supt.of Police concern-ing witness Peter Veesart, dated March 4, 1925. In part: “Took Peter Veesart…to the B. of I. And he picked out the above named man, Chief of Detectives Schoemaker…arrested George Gage alias Moran and brought him to the 5th district where he was identified by Peter Veesart…as one of the men that done the shooting On that day. The prisoner was also brought to the Jackson Park Hospital where he was viewed by Johnny Torrio and his wife and they stated that he was not one of the men that done the shooting…Had three other witnesses to the shooting view George Gage alias Moran and they state that he resembled the man that done the shooting from the rear of the car on that day.” A large blue pencil notation at the bottom of the page indicates Veesart “after leaving jail at Wheaton, Ill., left the country refuses to identify anyone.”The final page of the report is a memo to the Chief of Detectives requesting “that the attached picture of George Gage alias George Moran is wanted in connection with the shooting of Johnny Torrio…who was shot in front of his home.”

In very good and slightly fragile condition, with

uniform toning to pages, staple holes to top edges, scattered chips and areas of paper loss to the edges, and some mounting remnants to top edges of opening and closing pages.

The victim, John Torrio, was Capone’s mentor and sponsor in their previous criminal activities with the Five Points Gang in Brooklyn, where both had grown up. When Torrio moved to Chicago to manage a string of brothels for ‘Big Jim’ Colosimo, he brought along his protege, Capone. Torrio took over the empire after the murder of Colosimo; meanwhile Capone moved into the enormously lucrative bootleg whiskey business. Dion O’Bannion, an Irish mobster, and his lieutenant, Earl ‘Hymie’ Weiss, became their chief rivals. Conflicts between them escalated and in November 1924, O’Bannion was shot to death. On Janu-ary 24, 1925, Weiss, with his sidekicks ‘Bugs’ Moran, Vincent Drucci and Frank Gusenberg, seeking revenge, came upon Torrio and his wife unloading packages in front of his home. Torrio fell in a hail of bullets, but Moran’s gun either jammed or he ran out of ammunition as he was about to deliver a shot to Torrio’s head. When Torrio eventually recovered, he fled to Italy, leaving Capone the undisputed boss of Chicago crime, a position he enjoyed until he was convicted of tax fraud and finally jailed.

Information was virtually impossible to collect in regard to the shooting. The few witnesses seemed fearful; none would conclusively iden-tify the gunmen, although Moran was initially fingered. Even Torrio, when Earl Weiss and Vincent Drucci were brought into his hospital room, refused to identify them as being party to his shooting. A remarkable archive provid-ing a vivid and compelling first-hand view of the methods perfected by Capone which rapidly propelled him to the pinnacle of the underworld.

Provenance: Jerome Shochet CollectionRobert Batchelder, Catalogue 84, item 241Christies, Sale 7888, May 20, 1994

RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

Capone’s Prohibition-era deposition taken just hours after the legendary 1925 attempted murder of his

mentor Johnny Torrio, signed an amazing four times


238. Robert Cecil. British diplomat (1864–1958) who helped cre-ate the League of Na-tions, receiving a Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts in 1937. AQS, signed “Cecil,” on an off-white 7 x 4.5 sheet,

March 4, 1931. In full: “The progress of the League of Nations dur-ing its first eleven years has been far greater than its founders had the temerity to hope when they were drafting its Covenant.” In fine condition, with a central vertical fold. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

237. Ralph Capone. Older brother of Al Capone who was once named ‘Public Enemy Num-ber Three’ and nicknamed ‘Bot-tles’ because he ran the Chicago bottling operation (1894–1974). Memphis police department identification card, one page both sides, 8 x 8, February 5, 1928, bearing Capone’s fingerprints individually as well as prints of all fingers simultaneously, signed at the bottom in black ink, “Ralph J. Capone.” Opposite side bears typed information about Capone, including name and aliases, height, weight, tattoos, and charges, as well as an affixed mug shot. Moderate overall creases, various edge chips and tears (one affecting the signature), a few affixed pieces of toned tape, and various notations, otherwise very good condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The elder Capone’s fingerprint card

239. Park Chung-hee. South Korean military leader (1917–1979) who seized power in a 1961 coup d’etat; he was assassinated by the director of his own security force. Letter in Korean, signed in Korean characters, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 9.5 x 13.5, Republic of Korea letterhead, May 23, 1974. Letter of state to Joaquin Balaguer announcing the transfer of Korea’s ambassador to the Dominican Republic. In part (translated): “I am pleased to believe that Mr. Lee, during his mission, devoted all his efforts to strengthening the good understanding and the friendly relations existing between the Republic of Korea and the Republic of Dominica.” Signed at the conclusion by Park Chung-hee, Kim Jong-pil, and Shinyong Lho. In fine condition. Accompanied by an official translation. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

240. Jean-Martin Charcot. French neurologist (1825–1893). His work on hysteria and uses of hypnosis greatly impressed Freud and con-tributed to his studies of the unconscious. ALS in French, signed “Charcot,” one page, 5.25 x 8, personal letterhead, October 2, 1888. Letter to a colleague. In full (translated): “My dear colleague I cannot forget my interns from last year among which Mr. Dannange is one of the best. I recommend his written work to you. I believe

it is very satisfactory.” In fine condition, with a couple of horizontal creases, a stray pencil mark to bottom, and scattered light foxing. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“The progress of the League of Nations...has been far greater than its founders

had the temerity to hope”







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242. Winston Churchill and King Edward VIII. War-dated TLS, signed “Winston S. Churchill,” one page, 8 x 10, Ministry of the Munitions of War letterhead, dated May, 1918. Letter to William Alfred Turpin, Esq. In full, “I have had much pleasure in recommending to the Prime Minister that you should be appointed an Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, and I am glad to learn that the King has approved the recommendation. Pray accept my hearty congratulations on this recognition of the valuable services rendered by you to the State.”

A partly printed document, signed “Edward P,” as Grand Master, one page, both sides, dated June 3, 1918, presented to Turpin. In part: “Greeting whereas We have thought fit to nominate and appoint you to be an Officer of Our said Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, We do by these presents grant unto you the Dignity of an Officer of Our said Order and hereby authorize you to have hold and enjoy the said Dignity and Rank of an Officer of Our aforesaid Order together with all and singular the privileges thereunto belonging or appertaining.”

A testimonial album, 34 pages,12.5 x 18.75, front and verso, presented

to W. A. Turpin “on the occasion of his receiving recognition from His Majesty King George V of valuable services rendered to the State. The Subscribers offer most cordial congratulations and hearty good wishes. 3rd June, 1918.” The gilt-edged, ornately bordered heavy card-weight pages are signed by over 2,000 men and women employed in the various divisions of W. & G. Du Cros beginning with five members of the du Cros family, the directors of the company. Exquisitely bound in black morocco boards with Turpin’s monogram on the cover.

Also included is his obituary in the Belfast Telegraph; an ALS and TLS signed “Arthur Davidson” as Equerry to H. M. Queen Alexandra (mother of King George V) each dated 1918; an article about Queen Alexandra’s 1918 visit to the W. & G. Du Cros munitions factory; a handwritten 4.25 x 7.5 menu dated December 17, 1918 signed in pencil on verso “W. A. Turpin,” “Molly Turpin,” “Harvey du Cros Jun.,” “Billy du Cros,” and “Betty du Cros”; two 11.5 x 8.5 photographs of W&G du Cros motor vehicles; three photographs of trophies presented to Turpin by five members of the du Cros family and by the employees and staff of W. & G. du Cros Ltd. In very good overall condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

World War I-dated archive including a congratulatory Churchill letter and an Edward, Prince of Wales,

Order of the British Empire presentation





244. Winston Churchill. TLS signed “Winston S. Churchill,” one page, 4.5 x 7.5, Prime Minister letterhead, February 20, 1953. Letter to Erik Stokkebye. In full: “It has given me much pleasure to receive your gift of cigars once again. Thank you for your kind thought which I greatly appreciate.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 8.5 x 11.5. In fine condition, with a punch hole to the upper right border. Stokkebye ran the well-known eponymous premium tobacco company, of which Churchill was a client. He was so fond of fine cigars that the 7-inch size has become known as the ‘Churchill.’ Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Stokkebye delivers a box of his famous cigars to aficionado Churchill

243. Henry Clay. ALS signed “H. Clay,” one page both sides, 8 x 10, June 8, 1844. Letter to several gentlemen. In part; “I rejoice to hear of the enthusiastic manifestation which you describe as having taken place in Fayette County on the 31st ultimo. I sincerely hope that it affords an assurance that your county has abandoned the cause of our op-ponents and will hereafter attach itself to that of the Whigs. It has always been a cause of regret and mortification with me that the coun-ties of Fayette and Washington…which derived so much advantage from my exertions in establishing the National road, should have been unfriendly to me. I hope now, towards the closing of my life, that we shall hence forward be, as we always ought to have been, good friends.” Diagonal fragile tear to top right corner, partial separation along one of the intersecting folds, scattered toning, and reinforcement along another horizontal fold, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I sincerely hope that it affords an assurance that your county has abandoned the cause of our opponents

and will hereafter attach itself to that of the Whigs”




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245. Winston Churchill. Collection of seven TLSs, six signed “Winston S. Churchill,” and one signed “W. S. Churchill,” all one page, various sizes, all written to Miss B. Lobban who cared for Churchill’s adored miniature poodle Rufus II at the Duke Street Kennels.

One letter, written January 27, 1948, reads in part: “I am so sorry that Rufus has developed this distressing complaint, and I hope you will let me know at the end of the three weeks whether or not he has recovered.…I am very grateful to you for the trouble you have taken in looking after Rufus during my absence abroad.”

Another, dated December 14, 1953, reads: “Thank you so much for your gift and for remembering my birthday. I was so glad to see Rufus back looking so well and happy.” Three days earlier, his wife Lady Clementine Churchill, accepted the Nobel Prize in Literature in his name while he met with President Eisenhower and French Prime Minister Joseph Laniel in Bermuda. On November 30th, Churchill had celebrated his 79th birthday.

A third, written December 2, 1958, reads in full: “It was indeed kind of you to remember my birthday, and to send Rufus a new collar and lead. It suits him well, and he is most proud of it. Thank you so much.” Four additional letters are similar notes of thanks for gifts sent to Rufus on Churchill’s birthdays (ranging from his 82nd in 1956 to his 87th in 1961).

In fine overall condition, with most of the letters showing typical mailing folds. Most are accompanied by their original mailing envelopes, and all are housed in a quarter navy morocco over blue cloth slipcase.

Winston Churchill and his miniature poodle Rufus were truly inseparable. A frequently told anecdote that encapsulates their relationship explains the family’s dining routine: ‘The poodle ate in the dining room with the rest of the family. A cloth was laid for him on the Persian carpet beside the head of the household, and no one else ate until the butler had served Rufus’s meal. One evening at Chequers, the film was ‘Oliver Twist.’ Rufus, as usual, had the best seat in the house, on his master’s lap. At the point when Bill Sikes was about to drown his dog to put the police off his track, Churchill covered Rufus’s eyes with his hand and said, ‘Don’t look now, dear. I’ll tell you about it afterwards.’’ A charming collection of letters regarding one of Churchill’s most important personal relationships. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Exceptional seven-letter archive about Churchill’s miniature poodle, Rufus, his constant companion

through the war years and retirement




246. Winston Churchill. Vintage print, 13.25 x 11, of a portrait of Churchill seated in a chair, his trademark cigar in one hand, originally done by Arthur Pan in 1943, signed in the lower border in black ink, “Winston S. Churchill 1951.” Framed to an overall size of 14.75 x 13. In very good condition, with scattered foxing and dampstaining to borders, some lightly affecting signature, and some slight rippling. There is also some wear and chipping to frame. Pan’s painting was a rallying cry to the British people during the dark days of the war, and this image car-ries Churchill’s famous quote and a reproduction of his signature at the bottom. The original oil painting by Arthur Pan hangs at the American Embassy. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

War-time issue of Pan’s Churchill portrait


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251. Manasseh Cutler. Clergyman involved in the Revolutionary War and Massachusetts congress-man (1742–1823). ALS, one page, 8 x 12.5, October 26, 1773. Letter to Elbridge Gerry. In part: “As we are informed by your advertise-ment, that Memorandums are taken by yr. boat-men of yr. state of each patient & lodged at your store—have requested Dr. Whitney, Mr. Brown & Mr. Dodge to send a particular acct. of their State to your store.” Reverse is addressed in Cutler’s hand and bears three lines of docketing in Gerry’s hand. In very good condi-tion, with overall toning, light paper loss to center and borders, and a repaired tear to upper left. Accompanied by an unsigned engraved portrait of Cutler. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

250. John Coleridge. British lawyer, judge and Liberal politician who served as Lord Chief Justice of Eng-land (1820–1894). ALS signed “Coleridge,” one page, 4.5 x 7, March 1, 1891. Letter to “Hamil-ton.” In part: “I shall be with Lady Coleridge at the Judges’ Lodgings at Exeter…but will you & Mrs. Hamilton come & dine quietly with us on Friday next.” Affixed by the left border to a slightly larger sheet. Central ver-tical and horizontal folds (the vertical fold passing through the first letter of the signature), and a central area of toning, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

249. Richard Cromwell. Second ruling Lord Protector of England, Scotland and Ireland (1626–1712) serving for just under nine months. Rare ALS in Old English, signed “Crand-berry,” one page, 6.5 x 9, dated “27th 87.” Letter to his daughters Elizabeth and Anne. In full: “I had yors by this bearer, of that I had the liberty to express my soule to you; I doe assure you it siths for you; The day is darke, yet I am not without hope: The provinces of the Lord are not to be compromised by Mortals; therefore let us put our trust soly on him, who made all things & governs all Kings his Ey is over all his works. I thanek you for your kind expressions this day if I met with Mr. R.: your brother & selfe have declared what so ever is complyant to your owne resolutions, fixe yourselves give us humly notice: belive I have not been very right by reason of a cold these 5 weeks this day I let blood, I thought I should not have writ, my affections over poages, excuse my going no further than to assure ye.” Cromwell has also addressed the reverse of the second integral page “To the tow Ladyes E. C.; A. O. att Hursley.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, paper loss to second page from wax seal, some light creases, and scattered toning and soiling. The once all powerful protector of England was forced into exile, leaving his children behind. The here offered letter is a prime example of Cromwell hiding his identity in his own country by signing “Crandberry.” Uncommon in any form particularly signed with this variation of his name. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Scarce 1687 Cromwell letter to his daughters in which he dares not sign his name “by reason of a cold these

5 weeks this day I let blood”






252. Georges Danton. French statesman and one of the leading figures of the French Revolution. He and his followers were charged with conspiracy to overthrow the government and guillotined in 1794. Rare partly-printed DS, in French, signed “Danton,” one page, 19.5 x 14.5, September 11, 1792. Untranslated document in which Danton bestows a pension for merit, in the name of the Professional Executive Council. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, tear along the right side at a horizontal fold with old tape reinforcement on the reverse, and scattered wrinkling, toning, and staining. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

253. Jefferson Davis and Alexander H. Stephens. Scarce Jefferson Davis and Alexander Stephens election ballot, 4.75 x 6.25, for president and vice president of the Confederate States of America for the state of Virginia, February 7, 1861, including 16 districts and two at-large electors. Signed on the reverse in black ink by John T. Light-foot. Moderate damp staining lightly affecting signature, show-through from signature on reverse, a few edge dings, and some light wrinkling, otherwise very good condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Very rare Confederate presidential ballot

254. Jefferson Davis. Mexican–American war-dated ALS signed “Jeffer Davis,” one page both sides, 4.75 x 7, March 25, 1847. Let-ter to General Wool. In full: “I have just read with great pleasure the copy of your letter to genl. Gibson, which you did me the honor to send me this evening. It shall be preserved for the use permitted & be assured under circumstances requiring that it will give me great satisfaction thus to apply it. In these times of petty jealousy and ignoble strife for public approbation it is quite refreshing to see one so prominent in the scenes you describe forgetting himself to sustain and commend his commander.” Reverse of second integral page bears an address panel in another hand. Intersecting folds, some mild toning, pencil notation to top edge, and ink notations to front of second page, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a clerical copy of the letter.

One month after serving alongside Major General Zachary Taylor in the US victory over Santa Anna at the Battle of Buena Vista, General John E. Wool expressed his admiration for the future president in a laudatory letter to Jefferson Davis. Leading his Mississippi Rifles at the battle, Davis also witnessed Taylor’s leadership firsthand; he shared Wool’s great respect for the actions that would win Taylor the presidency two years later. Applauding his character in a time of “petty jealousy and ignoble strife for public approbation,” Davis makes note of Wool’s gesture, saving the judgment for future decisions. The two men remained connected as their careers grew, with Davis taking his command as US Secretary of War in 1853 and Wool fronting the Department of the Pacific a year later, though they would eventually find themselves on opposing sides of the battlefield at the outbreak of the Civil War. A digni-fied letter from one military great to another. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Following their victory at the Battle of Buena Vista, Davis and General John Wool share admiration for their

leader and soon-to-be president Zachary Taylor






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255. Jefferson Davis. ALS, one page both sides, 5 x 8, November 18, 1883. Letter to J. C. Derby. In part: “In your letter to D. A. & Co. you did not distinctly state that the services of Judge Tenney would be without charge, though that was to be inferred from the objections offered to the employment of Browne or Johnston. Hall may not have been an agent of Scribner Sons, but how was it with the old gentleman who was selling the encyclopedia. I did not see Hall but the other did call on me to propose a transfer of the Mss. to Scribner Sons, and dropped the subject when told that you as the representative of Appleton & Co. did not want money in lieu of Mss. The case before the Sup. Court is an appeal from the N. E. circuit court. I do not wish to go into the newspapers as respondent to the ‘champion liar’ or to his disgraced attorney. My letter to you was of course private, but as you were not an Editor it was not deemed neces-sary to so mark it, to prevent publication. The evidence about the Will has been perpetuated in a court of records and if ever thought needful can be published therefrom. In the meantime please leave me out of the papers.” Framed, with a typed transcript of the letter, so that both sides may be viewed, to an overall size of 12.5 x 9.5. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered toning, rough vertical edge, signature a bit cramped, and a few words of text light due to reduced ink flow.

Struggling to find his footing in postwar America, Davis was offered a cottage on the Beauvoir plantation of writer Sarah Dorsey in Biloxi, Mis-sissippi in 1876. When Dorsey grew fatally ill two years later, she rewrote her will, bequeathing to him all of her capital and property. Convinced that she had been manipulated by Davis, her family sued in an attempt to break the will, with their final case argued before the Supreme Court just nine days before this letter was written. Along with the hassle of this lawsuit, which proved unsuccessful for the family, Davis was fighting to receive royalties for his recently published The Rise and Fall of the Confederate Government. Written with the help of his secretary Major Walthall and Judge W. T. Tenney of New York, the book enjoyed only limited success upon publication, barely making enough to cover the advances paid during its writing. An excellent letter written to J. C. Derby, representative for the book’s publisher Appleton & Co., referencing two major topics of the Confederate president’s final years. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

256. Jefferson Da-vis and Cabinet. Ink signature, “Jefferson Davis,” on an off-white 3.25 x 2.25 card. In very good condition, with light toning and soiling, slight rippling to edges, the signa-ture slightly faded,

and mounting remnants to reverse. Accompanied by four ink signatures of members of his cabinet on individual cards and slips: Alexander Stephens, John H. Reagan, Robert Toombs, and Christopher Memminger. In overall very

good to fine condition, with various toning, soiling, creases, and rippling to edges. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Davis defends against the ‘champion liar’ to keep his recently inherited plantation, while also fighting to receive

royalties from The Rise and Fall of the Confederate Government






260. Declaration of Independence: Josiah Bartlett. Signer of the Declaration of Independence from New Hampshire (1729–1795). ADS, one page, 7.5 x 4.25, July 7, 1772. Financial promissory docu-ment, written entirely in Bartlett’s hand on behalf of the borrower, signed within the text, “Josiah Bartlett.” In part: “I Nicholas Gorden Sen’r of Poplin promise to pay to Josiah Bartlett or order Twenty one Shillings & three pence L:m: on Demand with interest till paid for value received.” Signed at the conclusion by the illiterate Gorden with an “X,” as well as witnesses “Hezekiah Young” and “Jacob Foot.” Docketed on the reverse in Bartlett’s hand, “April 19th 1776 Rec’d Nineteen Shillings & 3 pence by Nath’el Gartlands order.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds (slightly separated at edges), overall creases, and light scattered toning and soiling. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

259. Jerome de Lalande. French astronomer and writer (1732–1807). ALS in French, signed “De la Lande,” one page, 4 x 6.5, March 30, 1787. Crisply penned untranslated letter in very good condition, with scattered toning and foxing, several horizontal folds, and an office stamp to left side. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

258. Louis de Bro-glie. French physicist (1892–1987) known for his theory that mat-ter has the properties of both particles and waves. Untranslated TLS in French, signed “Broglie,” one page, 8 x 10.5, personal let-terhead, November 17, 1936. Letter to the sec-retary general. In very good condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, scattered

creases, staple hole to top left, and uniform toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

257. Eugene de Beauhar-nais. Viceroy of the Kingdom of Italy (1781–1824) and the adopted stepson of Napoleon. LS in French, signed “Eugene Napoleon,” one page, 7 x 9, May 13, 1811. Letter to the Count de Cessac (Jean-Girard Lacuee), Minister of War. In part (translated): “With your letter I received the list of administrative personnel decided on by His Maj-esty for the diverse services of the Army of Italy. I point out to you that no mention is made of the Postal Service and I ask you to please have it added to the organizational plan, since it is essential.” Central horizontal and vertical folds, ink notation to left edge and some light toning, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

261. Duchess of Devonshire. Georgiana Cavendish, Duchess of Devonshire (1757–1806), formerly Lady Georgiana Spencer, and the first wife of the 5th Duke of Dev-onshire. Very rare ALS in French, signed “Devonshire,” one page, 4 x 6, no date. Letter to her Parisian banker, the financier Perregaux, advising him of her imminent ar-rival, and asking for the letters addressed to her to be given to the bearer of her letter, John Camsel, and asking him never to mention

their money business in public. In part (translated): “Please do not mention our money business to anyone, and never refer to them un-less we are alone.” In very good condition, with intersecting horizontal and vertical folds, scattered soiling and staining, brushing of some ink, and a pencil notation at the top of the page. An adjoining page bears the recipient’s name, remnants of a seal, and a missing area of paper. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

From the famous, and infamous, ancestor of Lady Diana: “Please do not mention our money business to anyone, and never re-fer to them unless we are alone”






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263. Diana and Charles. Color satin-finish 9.25 x 6.25 photo of Charles and Diana seated with their staff, affixed to its original 12 x 10 mount, signed on the mount in black ink, “Charles 1986,” and “Diana.” In fine condition, with a mild shade of toning around image and over signatures from previous display. At this point in their mar-riage, Charles had restarted his relationship with Camilla Bowles, and Diana was emerging as a worldwide figure, and spending less time with her husband. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

262. Diana. ALS, one page both sides, 6.25 x 4, Kensington Palace letterhead, May 28, 1992. Letter to Fay Appleby. In full: “A little ‘something’ for you which comes with lots of love from me & the boys! We miss you a great deal & think about you a lot.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original transmittal envelope, addressed in Diana’s hand, “Fay.” Fay Appleby traveled the world with Diana for six years, and after was secretly supported by Diana during a lengthy battle with cancer, which would ultimately take her life in 2002. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Diana and Charles pose with their staff in 1986 as Diana becomes an international icon

Diana sends a note of encouragement to her devoted dresser “with lots of love from me & the boys!”





264. Dorothea Dix. Philanthropist and re-former (1802–1887), she secured reforms in treatment of the insane. Uncommon ALS signed “D. L. Dix,” one page, lightly-lined both sides, 5 x 8, March 23. Letter to Charles Lanman, author of American travel books. In part: “I intended to have added some Stereoscopic Pictures to be forwarded to Mr. Mori, but has timely occurred to me that he may have no Stereoscope.” A brief postscipt under her signature reads, “I shall be at the Smithsonian Tuesday morning.” In very good condition, with adhesive residue along right edge of reverse, scattered toning, a rusty paperclip mark to top edge, and a couple small pencil marks. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

265. DNA: James D. Wat-son. TLS signed “Jim Watson,” one page, 5.5 x 8.5, Cold Spring Har-bor Laboratory letterhead, July 13, 1988. In full: “I apologize for not replying soon-er, especially in view of the tragic story you wrote. Unfor tunate ly, I fear there are no new forms of the magic bullets that already have been tried on your friend’s son. But, I am not a M.D. and

do not move daily in the circle of the medical scientists who can give a comprehensive answer. So, I’m sending your letter to Dr. Bayard Clarkson, of the Memorial-Sloan Kettering Institute, and Chairman of our Board of Trustees, who for many years has been at the forefront of efforts to treat lymphomas.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

“Unfortunately, I fear there are no new forms of the magic bullets that already have been tried on

your friend’s son”

266. Stephen A. Doug-las. ALS signed “S. A. Douglas,” one page, 7.75 x 9.5, July 21, 1856. Letter to Secretary of War Jefferson Davis. In part: “My constituent Mr. Schroeder who has a very curious gun which I submit to your inspection. I ask of you the favor to see him and examine the gun…Although I am not a good judge of such implements I confess that this weapon seems to me to pos-sess great merit. I should be glad if you will cause it to be tried and tested.” In very good condition, with an engraving and small portrait affixed to integral second page, intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, a few brushes to text, scattered light toning, and some mirroring of ink along top. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Douglas submits a gun to Jefferson Davis for testing

267. Frederick Duesenberg. Ger-man-born automotive manufacturer (1876–1932). TLS signed “F. S. Duesenberg,” one page, 8.5 x 11, em-bossed Duesenberg ‘Straight 8’ letterhead, July 3, 1925. Letter to C. Harold Wills of automobile manu-facturer Wills Sainte Clair, Inc. In part: “I certainly want to thank you for having submit-ted the blueprints and

the other information that you have volunteered. I also note that you have some information which you think might be of value to us that you would like to give us direct rather than through a letter and if some of us should happen to be up in that territory we shall be pleased to drop in.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), a rusty staple mark to the upper left corner, and some trivial foxing and toning to edges. Written upon extremely attractive and rare letterhead, this is an ex-cellent association piece between two classic car manufacturers. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Duesenberg receives blueprints from a fellow luxury car manufacturer






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268. Frederick Douglass. ALS, one page, lightly-lined, 5.75 x 9.25, December 15, 1884. Letter to the Brooklyn Magazine. In full: “Candidly I do not see at this distance from the scene of his labors, why I am called upon to cooperate in the proposed testimonial to Doctor Talmadge [sic, Talmage] upon his 53d birthday. Though that excellent gentleman is not a young man, he certainly is not an old man. He is but midway the field and his hands are still upon the plow. Why not let him get a little nearer the turning point before we applaud the perfection of his work. There is much vitality about him, and I have little doubt that he will (as I certainly hope he will) reach his three score and ten. It will not hurt him to wait till then some such testimonial as you now propose to give him. I sincerely admire the zeal, courage and ability of Doctor Talmadge [sic] and thank him for the many good words he has been able to say in behalf of humanity but I do not accept his theology and do not wish that any word of mine shall be construed into such an acceptance.” A couple creases to lower right corner, lightly touching the end of the signature, and a trimmed right edge, otherwise fine condition. While the tone of Douglass’s letter seems to hint of animosity toward Talmage, theological differences likely colored his response given Douglass was an ordained minister at the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church. Furthermore, his reluctance to congratulate the younger Talmage when “his hands are still upon the plow” may have had to do with the fact that Douglass himself was approaching the age of 66. The Brooklyn Magazine did not take Douglass’s advice, and published letters of congratulations to Talmage in January 1885. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

269. Thomas Edison and Henry Ford. Superb vintage pearl-finish 10 x 8 photograph of Edison, Ford, Herbert Hoover, and other dignitaries at the 1929 dedication of Ford’s Greenfield Village complex, signed in fountain pen, “Thos. A. Edison,” “Henry Ford,” and “Mrs. Henry Ford,” and dated December 4, 1930, in the lower border. Mild toning and soiling, a few trivial dings, and slightly irregular ink adhesion to signatures, which nonetheless remain clear and distinct. Ford founded the Edison Institute (also known as Greenfield Village) in Detroit in 1929, with the aim of collecting American history ‘as written into things their hands made and used.’ The centerpiece was the Menlo Park laboratory of Thomas Edison. The entire complex—including the laboratory proper, all of the outbuildings, and dirt that it stood on—was transported and rebuilt. This singular tribute to Edison’s genius was dedicated on October 21, 1929, in a ceremony broadcast over nationwide radio. Edison, in the presence of such dignitaries as President Herbert Hoover, ‘recreated’ the original light bulb in his

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

Declining to support a renowned preacher whose work remains unfinished: “He is but midway

the field and his hands are still upon the plow”

Incredible photo of Edison and Ford at the dedication of the rebuilt Menlo Park laboratory





271. Thomas Edison. Notarized DS, signed “Thomas A. Edison,” four pages, 8 x 13, March 11, 1910. Legal document concerning a case between Edison and his companies against James L. Andem. In part: “Know ye, that Thomas A. Edi-son, Frank L. Dyer, National Photograph Company, Edison Phonograph Com-pany, and Edison Phonograph Works for and in consideration of the sum of One ($1.00) Dollar, lawful money of the United States of America, to us in hand

paid by James L. Andem…have released and forever discharged…all manner of action and actions, cause and causes of actions, suits, debts, dues, sums of money.” Signed three times on the second page by Edison, once as an individual, and twice as company presidents. Document is still bound in its original legal folder. Expected folds, a uniform shade of mild toning, a couple small fold separations, and a pencil notation to first page, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a Library of Congress copyright document, dated August 29, 1892, for Andem’s book A Practical Guide to the Use of the Edison Phonograph, and a rare Bank of Africa draft for £36.16 made out to the Edison Phonograph Company.

While serving as president and general manager of the Ohio Phonograph Co. in 1892, James Andem wrote A Practical Guide to the Use of the Edison Phonograph, the first thorough user manual for the machine. A decade later, frustrated with his limited success and with Edison’s ‘monopoly’ on the market, he instigated a long string of legal battles by encouraging local licensed companies to sue to recover profits from Edison’s companies for sales of phonographs in their respective territories (securing himself a right to 60% of any winnings). According to Edison’s counsel, close friend and personal attorney Frank Dyer, Andem had brought 300 suits against their client in the early 1900s, none of which had been sustained. Fighting back with a vengeance, Dyer began filing strong countersuits, accusing Andem of trying to extort money from Mr. Edison. As the legal battles came to a head, both sides finally relented; this document served to drop all of Edison’s charges against Andem, putting an end to the string of messy suits. A remarkable document regarding the legal hooplah that unfortunately accompanied the great success of Edison’s phonograph. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

270. Thomas Edison. Distinguished vintage matte-finish 7.25 x 10 portrait by Walter Scott Shinn of New York, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen, “To Laurent Novikoff, Thos. A. Edison.” Silvering to dark areas of the image, some trivial foxing and toning to borders, and a lightly trimmed bot-tom edge, otherwise fine condition. Novikoff was a Russian ballet dancer who worked with Anna Pavlova before moving to the United States. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Ending years of legal conflict, Edison drops all charges and complaints against the author of

A Practical Guide to the Use of the Edison Phonograph

Exquisite Edison portrait, inscribed to a Russian ballet master






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272. Wyatt Earp. Exceedingly rare and very early handwritten endorsement, signed “W. S. Earp, Const,” on the reverse of a sub-poena from the state of Missouri. The subpoena, dated February 28, 1870 reads, in part: “To Thomas G. Harvey, You are hereby commanded that, all excuses and delays being set aside, you personally be and appear before the undersigned, in the Township of Lamar…to testify on the trial of a case wherein the state of Missouri plaintiff, and Thomas Brown is defendant, on the part of the defendant and of this you are not to fail at your peril.” On the reverse, Earp writes: “I have served the within summons upon the within named Thomas G. Harvey by Reading the same to him this Feb. 28, 1870 - W. S. Earp, Const.” Double cloth matted and framed with a color copy of the front of the document, two images of Earp, one a portrait, the other with Bat Masterson and the Dodge City Peace Commission and two plaques, to an overall size of 25.75 x 17.5. A small tear to left edge, three unobtrusive filing holes along top edge, a central horizontal fold, and a small spot of soiling slightly affecting end of Earp’s signature, otherwise fine condition.

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 position, 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 believed to be the earliest known signed Earp document still in existence. An outstanding piece from the very beginning of what would become a legendary lawman’s career. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA..…(MB $1000)

The earliest known signed Earp document, an 1870 subpoena from his first role in public office




273. Albert Einstein. TLS in German, signed “A. Einstein,” one page, 8 x 10, Saranac Lake, N. Y., July 27, 1936. Letter to Mrs. R. H. Pretzfeld. In full (translated): “I have heard from my friend Professor Otto Nathan, that you are looking for a young musician to be Shur Cherkassky’s travel companion. He already told you about the young concert violinist Boris Schwarz, the man who brought you this letter. Mr. Schwarz is so happy to finally arrive in New York—this is not a little thing to escape from the German hell and be able to breathe the first free air! He and his parents are my good friends since many years. In Europe, I played music with him and his Father many times. I would be happy if you find him to be the man you are looking for. He knows most of the music places in Europe from his own concert music tours.” In very good condition, with uniform mild toning, a small tear to right edge, slight separation along one horizontal mailing fold, and scat-tered creases. Accompanied by a vintage matte-finish 7.5 x 9.5 photo of Cherkassky playing a piano, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To my dear friend Mr. & Mrs. Pretzfeld, with best wishes and in remembrance of many pleasant musical evenings, Shura Cherkassky, Melbourne, Australia, 23/11/28.”

An accomplished violinist himself, having taken lessons since age six, Einstein car-ried a great interest in the musical world throughout his life. As the Nazis’ grip on Germany strengthened, longtime family friend and experienced concert violinist Boris Schwarz joined Einstein in America: “this is not a little thing to escape from the German hell and be able to breathe the first free air!” Hoping to secure his friend a touring job with the famous pianist Shura Cherkassky, he penned this letter to fellow music-lovers Mr. and Mrs. Robert Pretzfeld, textile industrialists and huge financial supporters of the arts. Despite the glowing recommendation, compounded by another from Princeton economist Otto Nathan, we have found no records that the tour came to fruition. Regardless, Schwarz made quite a name for himself in the States, playing first violin in the NBC Symphony Orchestra under Arturo Toscanini, earning a Ph.D. from Columbia University, and going on to teach music at Queens College for over three decades, chairing the music department and founding the Orchestral Society and Faculty String Quartet there. A wonderful letter regarding a dear friend and fellow German expat, highlighting the scientist’s less frequently discussed passion for music. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

As the German situation worsens, Einstein is joined in America by concert violinist Boris Schwarz:

“this is not a little thing to escape from the German hell and be able to breathe the first free air!”


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275. Albert Einstein. TLS signed “A. Einstein,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Emergency Committee of Atomic Scientists letterhead, April 29, 1947. Letter to Miss Fishel. In full: “I am glad to have the opportunity to send you the enclosed book, Explaining the Atom, by Selig Hecht, honorary vice-chairman of the Emergency Committee of Atomic Scientists. Dr. Hecht has succeeded in giving, clearly and simply, an authoritative account of the scientific steps, both theoretical and experimental, that have lead to our present knowledge of nuclear fission. I believe also that from this book the discerning reader can gain the information necessary to form an inde-pendent opinion on the practical problems of atomic energy confronting the world today. Remembering your concern for these problems, and your interest in the work of our Committee, I hope that you may also share my admiration and respect for this distinguished book.” Simply framed to an overall size of 9.25 x 11.75. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and a bit of trivial soiling.

Einstein personally established the Emergency Committee of Atomic Scientists to warn the public of the dangers associated with the develop-ment of nuclear weapons, promote the peaceful use of nuclear energy, and ultimately work towards world peace. Among the committee members was Hecht, who wrote the “authoritative account of the scientific steps, both theoretical and experimental, that have lead to our present knowledge of nuclear fission” that Einstein here states he was sending. At the time, the book had only recently been published and offered the reader a clear explanation of the atom—unique in that Hecht was the only member of

the esteemed committee who was not a nuclear physicist, but rather a biophysicist. The work is still regarded as being unsurpassed as an exposition of the history and the theory of the atom. Einstein clearly admired his colleague and his contributions to help encourage and further the peaceful uses of atomic energy. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

274. Albert Einstein. TLS signed “A. Einstein,” one page, 5.5 x 6.5, Princeton’s Institute for Advanced Study letterhead, February 16, 1955. Letter to a Ball State librarian. In full: “Thank you very much for your letter and the invitation to address your group. Poor health, however, does not permit me anymore to engage in such activities.” In fine condition, with a couple mild creases. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. A solemn reminder of the mortality of genius. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

As chairman of the Emergency Committee of Atomic Scientists, Einstein hopes the reader can “form an independent opinion on the practical problems of atomic energy”

Einstein declines a Ball State speaking invitation




278. Otto Frank. Father (1889–1980) of Jewish World War II diarist Anne Frank, and the only member of his family to survive the concentration camps. ALS, on a 5.5 x 4 deckle-edge photo postcard of the Anne Frank house, June 18, 1964. Letter to Harry de Metropolis. In part: “Thank you for sending me your poem Lament for Anne Frank so beautifully printed. One copy I’ll give to Amsterdam to be kept there forever.” A uniform shade of mild toning, scat-tered creases, with a moderate central horizontal crease, and an ink notation at bottom, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

277. Joseph Car-dinal Fesch. French cardinal (1763–1839), closely associated with the family of Napoleon Bonaparte. Manuscript DS (true copy), in French, signed “J. Card Fesch,” one page, 7.5 x 12.5, Oc-tober 20, 1806. A true copy of a document issued by Napoleon. In part (translated): “We…decree as fol-lows: Cardinal Maury is named Cardinal Chaplain to our brother Prince Jerome. Signed Napoleon.” Signed at

the bottom, “Certified true copy J. Card. Fesch.” Intersecting folds, some stray ink marks, and some light toning and wrinkling, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

276. Eugenie. Last Empress consort of the French from 1853 to 1871 as the wife of Napoleon III, Emperor of the French. Vintage 6.5 x 4 photo of Pierrefonds Castle, signed in the lower border in black ink. A notation in an unknown hand in the border reads, “April 1869. Given by Her Majesty the Empress.” Some scattered light spotting to image and a bit of trivial foxing to edges, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a small portion of an ALS, signed “Eugenie,” to her nephew, reading in part: “No more marshals in France...I informed ‘Marcellus’ [(poem by Count Matheus on the death of the Prin ce Imperial)] that his poem could not displease me.” In exile Eugenie traveled under the name ‘Countess de Pierrefonds. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

279. French Statesmen. Collection of three letters, all in French: ALS, signed “G. Clemenceau,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.5 x 8, September 16. In part (translated): “Can you Write Mr. Picard in Bruxelles and ask what is the political position of the newspaper Z’Observateur de Liege. And who is Mr. de Malotan, Editor-in-Chief of that newspaper”; ALS, signed “Leon Gambetta”, one page, 5.25 x 8, May 31, 1880. In part (translated): “I ask the Minister of the In-terior to please authorise Mr. de Sanasier, Director of Accounting at the Ministry of War, to re-read…in the Archives of Versailles a file on Vallobra”; and an ALS from Sadi Carnot, “Carnot,” one page, 5.25 x 8, no date, about charitable activities. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Thank you for sending me your poem Lament for Anne Frank”







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280. Benjamin Franklin. Manuscript DS, signed “B. Franklin,” one page, 15.25 x 13, August 15, 1788. Franklin, as President of the Supreme Executive Council of Pennsylvania grants Nicholas Merkle “a Certain Tract of Land called ‘Merkle’s Delight’ Situate in Bethel Township Berks County…containing One hundred and twenty one acres.” Signed in the left border by Franklin under the large embossed eight-point seal and countersigned by James Trimble. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered creases and wrinkles, scattered mild toning, and show-through from a seal on reverse. The large seal is crisp, with scattered toning and three of the points missing.

Franklin served as the president of the Supreme Executive Council—analogous to the modern position of governor—from 1785 to 1788. His most important act during this period was serving as a delegate to the Constitutional Convention, and, along with 39 other early patriots, signing the finished Constitution on September 17, 1787. At the time of this land grant, the Constitution had just been ratified, and the first US presidential election would begin a mere four months later. Despite the excitement of witnessing these radical changes—many due to his own machinations—Franklin had time to tend to his duties as the leader of Pennsylvania, such as signing off on the sale of “Merkle’s Delight.” Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

Amidst a sea change in American politics, Franklin grants “Merkle’s Delight”




282. Robert Fulton. American inventor, engineer, and entrepre-neur (1765–1815) best known for designing the first commercially successful steamboat. ALS signed “Robt. Fulton,” one page both sides, 7.25 x 9, April 15, 1800. Letter to his mother, Mrs. Mary Smith. In full: “On the 3d of July 99 I wrote you by Mr. Griffiths and sent him 36 Guineas for you….I desired him to put the mony [sic] into the hands of a Member of Congress…who could forward it to Mr. Hogg for you. If you have not heard of the mony [sic] I advise you to write to [US Senator James] Ross…to inquire in Phila. for Mr. Griffiths who is a native of Baltimore and resided some years in France

desiring Mr. Ross to receive the mony [sic] for you. I am in excellent health still detained in this country on business which is very important to me…” Reverse of second integral page bears an address panel in Fulton’s hand to his mother in Pennsylvania. In very good condition, with intersecting mailing folds, scattered light toning, some due to seal, and damp staining along an edge lightly affecting a few words of text. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

281. Sigmund Freud. Pioneering and highly influential founder of psychoanalysis (1856–1939) whose theories revolutionized the understanding of the human psyche. Rare ALS in English signed “Sigm. Freud,” one page, 5.5 x 9, Hampstead, July 18, 1938. Letter to Dr. Josephine Jackson. In full: “Many thanks for your kind letter. I feel all right here or rather I would if not the news from Vienna and the inability to help so many who need being helped threw a deep shadow over our well being. The generous cheque you sent me I will turn into some assistance to these poor people.” Scattered light creasing and wrinkling, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mail-ing envelope, addressed in Freud’s hand.

As the Nazis annexed Austria in March of 1938 and threats to Freud and his family became more violent, the prominent neurologist let go of his determination to stay in Vienna, his home for nearly five decades. After a legally tortuous and financially devastating series of negotiations with Nazi authorities—and with the help of some influential friends and followers, particularly Princess Marie Bonaparte—Freud managed to relocate his wife and children to Hampstead, London. Shortly after his arrival there, just two weeks before penning this letter, he learned that attempts to secure exit visas for his four elderly sisters had failed; all four would later die in Nazi concentration camps. Overwhelmed with the “inability to help so many who need being helped,” he thanks author Josephine Jackson for money sent (likely from the second edition of her book on Freud’s psychoanalytic theories), which he hopes to “turn into some assistance” for those left behind. While all correspondence by Freud is highly coveted by collectors, examples in English are significantly more rare and desirable. A deeply moving letter from the father of psychoanalysis as he struggles to make a new home for his remaining family in London. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Freud escapes to London as the Nazis’ grasp takes hold of his sis-ters: “the news from Vienna and the inability to help so many who

need being helped threw a deep shadow over our well being”

Fulton writes his mother while he awaits Napoleon’s financial ‘encouragement’ for the Nautilus submarine




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283. J. Paul Getty. Collection of approximately 52 letters, including 16 ALSs, most signed “Paul,” with a few signed with just an initial, “P,” dated between 1942 and 1976. All are addressed to Verda Burling of Madison, Wisconsin. Also includes six Christmas cards, each signed “Paul,” as well as six unsigned cards and two unsigned books. Getty’s letters range from comments on daily life, to business, to his close relationship with Burling from days gone by. In his earliest letters, he mentions his business: “I am still down here keeping the production line rolling; I have been working so hard that I may take a vacation after a while.” He also talks of scouting out real estate for his friend, recommending Los Angeles: “I love the climate here and the moun-tains and the sea,” and in another letter saying, “I am very fond of California and have no hesitancy in boosting Southern California as the best place to live and work.” Getty also tries to secure her a posi-tion at Lockheed Aircraft Corporation. Curiously, he mentions getting evicted in 1944, and suggests, “I suppose I may have to live in a tent.” In April 1945, he assures Burling that “housing conditions will improve

now that Germany is beaten.” As Burling’s health declines—at one point we learn that she may have multiple sclerosis—Getty offers frequent words of kind encouragement and tells her to keep her chin up. The letters also display Getty’s sense of humor—in 1956, Getty, in his mid-60s, claims, “I am old now with a white beard down to my knees.” Shortly after Fortune magazine named him the richest living American—a billionaire—Getty writes on November 19, 1957, in part: “This silly publicity has caused me lots of trouble—literally thousands of people have written me for financial assistance. I don’t know what they think I am—Santa Claus?!” Other letters reference a visit to the 1958 Brussels World’s Fair, a nervous television appearance, and a large addition to the J. Paul Getty Museum, among other things. In overall very good to fine condition, with various folds, creases, and soiling. This archive paints a picture of Getty as surprisingly down-to-earth, a hardworking businessman, and a caring, concerned friend.RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Amongst over 50 letters from the famous philanthropist, Getty complains: “Literally thousands of people have written me for financial assistance. I don’t know what

they think I am—Santa Claus?!”



287. Horace Greeley. ALS, one page, lightly-lined, 5 x 8, New York Tribune letterhead, February 3, 1872. Letter to William Heard. In part: “I really concur with you as to the obscenity and mischief of such discrimination as you point out; but why under the sun should we send cotton to England, there to be made into ‘grey yarn’ and returned to us under a 60 percent duty.” In very good condition, with a couple light creases, scattered soiling, and slight separations to malling folds, repaired with tape to the reverse. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

286. John Gotti. ALS signed “Johnny,” two pages inside of a Winnie the Pooh greeting card, 4.75 x 7, no date but postmarked November 19, 1999. Letter to daughter of mobster George DeCicco, longtime Capo in the Gambino crime family. In full: “Barbara, I hope this quick card finds you and everyone well and with clear mind set. As for me, I feel great! I hope this finds you all mended and feeling 100%. I also hope Mary is doing well—Both of you are in my thoughts always. Sorry I haven’t been writing lately—I’m in between trips and my stuff takes forever to catch up—I fall behind and then don’t know where to start. Barbara, I want to use this card to wish you, Gina, Reynold, your father, Brother & Georgie a very healthy and happy Thanksgiving! I’ll write a letter in the next couple of days. My Love to all—Stay well and strong!” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Gotti’s hand with his signature and prisoner number, “Gotti, #18261-053”, in the return address area. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

285. Bernard Gimbel. TLS, one page, 7 x 10.25, Gimbel Brothers, Inc. letterhead, January 12, 1954. Letter to a young woman asking for his favorite quote. In part: “The following quotation by Ralph Waldo Emerson is one I think of very often. ‘A friend may well be reckoned the masterpiece of nature.’” Toning to edges, paperclip mark to top edge, and small tape remnants to top and bottom edge, otherwise fine condi-tion. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

284. Giuseppe Garibaldi. Italian patriot and soldier (1807–1882) best known for leading the attack of the ‘Red Shirts’ on Sicily in 1860. Original full-length 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo of Garibaldi in uniform, his sword at his side, signed in the lower border in black ink, “G. Garibaldi.” Collector’s notation on reverse reads “The autograph on other side is in the handwriting of General Garibaldi. I forwarded this Carte to him by post on the 2nd April 1864, to Brooke House I of W—with a request that he would affix his autograph, and he returned me the same (signed ) on the 6th of April by Post. Thos. M. Henson.” In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light soiling to borders and some mild toning to reverse. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

288. Horace Greeley. ALS, one page, lightly-lined, 5 x 8, New York Tribune letterhead, December 23, 1869. Letter to H. Y. Lewis in Greeley’s difficult to deci-pher hand declining an invi-tation to what he calls “the greatest event in our coun-try’s history.” In very good condition, with scattered toning and soiling, partial separations along horizontal folds, and a few creases. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

From the federal pen, the ‘Teflon Don’ writes to the daughter of his longtime Capo

“A friend may well be reckoned the masterpiece of nature”








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289. Che Guevara. Vintage glossy 10 x 8 photo of Guevara, in his beret, and Fidel Cas-tro lighting up a cigar, signed and inscribed on the reverse in black ink in Spanish (translated): “Although I don’t like to do this, I can’t refuse to give my signature when a friend like W. M. asks it of me. Che.” Authenticated in Spanish beneath the note: “Certify that the signature is of Che. Aleida March.” Over her signature is the stamping of “Che Centro de Estudios Che Guevara.” Aleida March was married to Che Guevara from 1959 until his death in 1967. She is the head of the Che Guevara Studies Center in Havana. Scat-tered creasing to image side, some scattered light foxing and creases to reverse, as well as two tape remnants to top corners, and a bit of light spreading of ink to signature and inscription, otherwise very good condition. Guevara signed photos of any size are extremely scarce. We know of no other signed photo that shows Che in his iconic beret or pictures him with Castro. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Clad in his instantly-recognizable beret, Che joins Castro in a cigar

290. John Hancock. Revolutionary War-dated partly-printed DS, one page, 6.5 x 8.25, January 16, 1781. Gov-ernor Hancock issues a pay order for “Francis Greene a private in Colo. Nixon’s Regt the sum of Ten hundred fifty six pounds five shillings to make good the Depreciation of his wages to the 31st Decr 1779 inclusive agreeable to the annexed certificate for which this shall be your warrant.” A true copy of a pay order for Greene issued by three commit-tee members. In very good condition, with a central vertical fold, scattered creases with a few slight edge tears, light toning, and a small stain at top from adhesive on reverse. The 6th Massachusetts saw action at Lexington, Concord, and Bunker Hill under the command of John and Thomas Nixon. Hancock is always desirable in any form, particu-larly with the Revolutionary War date. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Revolutionary War pay order to a private in the illustrious 6th

Massachusetts





292. Patrick Henry. Partly-printed vellum DS, signed “P. Henry,” one page, 14.75 x 13, July 14, 1786. Governor Henry grants “Benjamin Harrison Gen’l a certain Tract or Parcel of Land, containing Nine hundred and sixty three acres…being in the County of Jefferson.” Mounted, matted, and framed with a window in the back for viewing of the reverse to an overall size of 21 x 19. In very good condition, with heavy intersecting storage folds and scattered soiling. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

291. John Hancock. Partly-printed DS, filled out in Hancock’s hand and signed in the body “John Hancock,” one page, 9 x 4.5, November 8, 1766. A bill of lading for a brig in Boston Harbor. In part: “Shipped by the Grace of God, in good Order and well Condition’d, by John Hancock, and in and upon the good Brig called the Draft whereof is Master, under God, for this present Voyage, Jona Freeman and now riding at Anchor in the Harbour of Boston and by God’s Grace bound for London to say, Forty one casks of Pott Ash…& Risque of the Skipper being mark’d and number’d as in the Margin, and are to be deliver’d in the like good Order.” In very good to fine condition, with scattered light toning and soiling, rough left edge, and some mild rippling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

293. Patrick Henry. Ink signature, “P. Henry,” on an off-white 7 x 6 slip clipped from a larger document dated 1785. In good to very good condi-tion, with scattered paper loss, multiple old tape repairs, scattered toning, and a few pencil marks, with none of the flaws affecting the signature, which could be matted to make an attractive display.. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Henry grants land to a member of the prominent

Harrison family

Hancock bill of lading for the London-bound vessel Pratt




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294. Howard Hughes. TLS in Russian, signed “Howard R. Hughes,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Amtorg Trading Corporation letterhead, July 9, 1938. In full (translated): “The bearer of this [letter], the Chairman of the firm Hughes Tool Co. of Houston, Texas, the pilot Mr. Howard Hughes, during his around-the-world flight is going to fly over the territory of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics with stops in Mos-cow, Novosibirsk and Yakutsk. Mr. Howard Hughes and his team require that fuel, aircraft oil, water, food products, dry ice, hot coffee, sterilized milk, cable expenses, postage stamps and other services be provided. We ask all organizations of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics where Mr. Howard Hughes applies to receive the above mentioned services to provide him with all necessary items and to recoup their costs from Mosamtorg, Sovietskaya Ploschad No. 1, which we direct to pay all bills related to the services for Mr. Howard Hughes. We certify for all organiza-tions the signature personally executed by the hand of Mr. Howard Hughes on the bottom of this letter.” In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light soiling and an impressed Amtorg seal to lower right. Accompanied by a 12 x 8 silk American flag which Hughes had with him on this historic flight.

For years Howard Hughes had dreamed of breaking Wiley Post’s 1933 circum-navigation flight record. On July 10, 1938, he set out to do just that. Lifting off from Floyd Bennett Field in New York, he made stops in Paris, Moscow, Omsk, Yakutsk, Fairbanks, and Minneapolis before returning to New York 91 hours, 14 minutes, and 19 seconds later. This letter, laying out the requirements for his three stops in the Soviet Union including “fuel, aircraft oil, water, food products, dry ice, hot coffee, sterilized milk, cable expenses, postage stamps and other services,” details the stops that made the trip possible. Issued by the Soviet Union’s Amtorg Trading Corporation, a New York-based international trading company initially used as a cover for military espionage, this letter of credit is a remarkable piece from the round-the-world flight that became a landmark in aviation history. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

“The pilot Mr. Howard Hughes, during his around-the-world flight is going to fly over the territory of the Union of Soviet Socialist

Republics with stops in Moscow, Novosibirsk and Yakutsk”

295. Jul ian Huxley. ALS signed “Julian S. Huxley,” one page both sides, 4.25 x 7, New College, Oxford letterhead, May 21, 1925. Letter to fellow biologist H. C. Tracy. In part: “Mr. Geoffrey Whitworth of Chatto & Windus let me see some of your MS. I was much interested & urged him to accept it. However, I don’t think he needed much urging, & I understand they are to publish your book. I am venturing to send a copy of a book of essays which I published recently, since many of the general points of view are written similar to yours—although my line of approach is, I fear, more conventional!” In fine condition, with mild scattered soiling, and a rusty paperclip impression to the top. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, filled out in Huxley’s hand. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

296. William James. Philosopher and psychologist (1842–1910) and brother of novelist Henry James. William James taught philosophy at Harvard and became known as one of the founders of pragmatism. His major works include The Principles of Psychology, The Varieties of Religious Experience, and The Meaning of Truth. ANS signed “Wm. James,” on a 5.5 x 3.25 government postcard, no date, but postmarked 1902. Short note to the Riverside Press. In full: “Supplementary cor-rection: On page 274, note, the pages should read: ‘248 ff.’” In fine condition, with a slight crease to lower right and mild show-through from postmark on reverse. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)






297. Joseph II. Holy Roman Emperor (1741–1790) from 1765 until his death and ruler of the Habsburg lands. LS in German, signed “Joseph,” as Holy Roman Emperor, one page both sides, 8.5 x 13.5, November 17, 1788. Untranslated letter to Erthal, the Archbishop of Mainz. Integral leaf addressed to Friedrich Karl Joseph von Erthal, Prince-Elector and Archbishop of Mainz. In fine condition, with intersecting folds, some light creases, and a few trivial spots. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

299. Helen Keller. Signed book: The Story of My Life. NY: Doubleday, Page and Company, 1903. Hardcover, 5.25 x 8, 441 pages. Signed and inscribed in pencil on the first free end page to poet Edmund C. Stedman quoting his description of her in his poem ‘Helen Keller,’ “To Edmund C. Stedman From His ‘mute, sightless, visitant,’ who speaks through the printed page and sees with the eyes of those who read it. Helen Keller, March Sixteenth, 1903.” Autographic condition: fine, with ex-pected light soiling and slight rubbing. Book condition: VG/None. Burgundy cloth-covered boards with gilt titles and gilted upper textblock edge; minor bumps at corners; light rubbing, mostly along spine-edges; front hinge and one interior hinge cracked; textblock edges and feps slightly yellowed; two previous own-ers’ bookplates to front pastedown, along with a small address written in pencil; vertical crease down rfep. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

298. Carl Jung. Influential psychologist (1875–1961) recognized as the founder of analytical psychology. Inscribed book: Wandlungen und Symbole der Libido. Leipzig: 1912. Hardcover, 6 x 9, 464 pages. Inscribed on the title page in black ink, “To Dr. Ralph C. Hamill, with the author’s compliments.” Autographic condition: mild toning and soiling, and a couple small pencil notations, otherwise fine condition. Book condition: VG-/None. Nicely half-bound in brown leather and tan cloth, with one gathering slightly uneven; edges worn, with bumps and tears in leather at corners; spine darkened and scuffed in several places; some minor cracks in leather along spine; slightly yellowed and soiled, with some very light foxing; few small pencil marks in margins of text, and small pencil notes to rfep. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“From His ‘mute, sightless, visitant,’ who speaks through the printed page and sees with the eyes of those who read it”







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300 . He len Keller. Signed b o o k : H e l e n Keller’s Journal. F i rs t ed i t ion . N Y: D o u b l e -day, Doran, and Company, 1938. Hardcover, 6 x 8.25, 313 pages. Signed on the second free end page in pencil, “Helen Keller.” Autographic condition: fine, with a uniform shade of toning to signed page. Book condition: VG+/None. Navy cloth-covered boards; spine, textblock edges, and feps slightly yellowed/discolored. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

301. Robert F. Kennedy. ALS signed “Bob,” one page, lightly-lined, 8 x 10.5, no date. Short letter to Secretary of Defense Robert S. McNamara. In full: “Many thanks for the discussion. You have carried the burden so well for so long. And for this we are all grateful–and I speak especially for my children and the others like them.” McNamara has made several pencil notations to the page including “5/30/67” in the upper right, “Kennedy” next to Kennedy’s signature, and, after the word “discussion” in the first line: “Mid-East & Gulf of Aqaba SVN–my 5/19/.” In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light toning and creasing. On May 22, 1967, Egypt had announced the blockade of the Gulf of Aqaba, Israel’s southern outlet to the sea, to all Israeli ships. This action was the immediate cause of Israel’s preemptive attack on Egypt on June 5, 1967, the beginning of the Six Day War. Making this letter more interesting is the fact that the discussion also concerned the Vietnam War. In late May, in the Central Highlands of South Vietnam, “SVN,” American forces intercepted North Vietnamese Army units moving in from Cambodia. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce RFK handwritten letter about a discussion with McNamara covering

Vietnam and the Six Day War

302. Robert F. Kennedy. ALS s igned “Love, Bobby,” on a 5.75 x 4 Russian post-card, no date. Letter to Teresa Kraus. In part: “I imagine by now you have started your second vacation. That would not be tolerated over here…Try not to miss me too much.” A couple postmarks slightly affecting a couple letters of text, uniform light toning, and a couple corner tip creases, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I imagine by now you have started your second

vacation. That would not be tolerated over here”

303. Ted Kennedy. TLS signed “Ted,” one page, 6.25 x 8.5, per-sonal letterhead, June 24, 1968. Letter to Sec-retary of Defense Rob-ert S. McNamara, with Kennedy handwriting the salutation at the top, “Dear Margy and Bob.” In part: “Joan and I want you to know how grateful we are for your message. At a time of sadness, nothing is more helpful than hear-ing from a friend. All of

the members of the Kennedy family are comforted to know that others share our grief. It is easier to bear Bob’s loss when we know that the qualities we loved in him were loved by many beyond ourselves….” Kennedy also adds a handwritten postscript which reads, “What a friend you both have been to all the family. None of us will ever forget how Bob loved you both.” In fine condition. Letter originates from the Estate of Robert S. McNamara. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“It is easier to bear Bob’s loss when we know that the qualities we loved in him were loved by

many beyond ourselves”







304. Nikita Khrushchev. TLS in Russian, one page, 8.25 x 11.75, April 17, 1948. Letter to Joseph Stalin. In full (translated): “During Council of Ministers of USSR’s February 15, 1948 ren-dering of the decision to complete the construction of and put into operation the Dashava-Kiev gas pipeline by December 1948, the question regarding provision of tractors for the construction remained unanswered. This question was raised by us in front of Council of Ministers of USSR again in March, but it was not resolved, As of right now, massive line construction work is unfolding along the gas pipeline route. However, due to the lack of tractors at the construction, the welding jobs, pipe assembling jobs and the difficult river crossing are being delayed. Comrade Stalin, I ask for your decree to immediately provide thirty S-80 tractors to the gas pipeline construction.” In very good condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds, one fold through a small portion of signature, several punch holes and tears to edges, a few ink and pencil notations, and some light creases. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

308. Jared P. Kirtland. N a t u r a l i s t and polit ician ( 1 7 9 3 – 1 8 7 7 ) who was active in Ohio’s state government and founded Western Reserve Univer-sity’s medical school. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite bust portrait of Kirtland, by William C. North of Cleveland, signed on the reverse black ink, “J. P. Kirtland.” Light scattered surface marks and foxing, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

307. King John II of Castile. King of Castile f rom 1406 to 1454. LS in Old Spanish, signed “Yo el Rey” (I the King), one page, 8.5 x 5.75, July 31, 1449. The

King writes to Juan Perez Ponce de Leon, 2nd Count of Arcos, a member of his Council, that he is sending him news by his trusted envoy, Gonzalo de Saavedra, I beg and order you, if service and pleasure you wish to render me, that you get this work underway in accordance with all the confidence I have in you.” Intersecting folds, a few small pinholes, light show-through from docketing on reverse, and scattered light toning and foxing, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

306. K ing George II. King of Great Bri t-ain and Ireland (1683–1760) from 1727 to his death. He was the last British monarch to be born outside Great Britain. Partial manuscript DS, signed “George R,” one page, 8.5 x 5, June 26, 1727. Beginning of a document pertaining to payments to Samuel Robinson, Chamberlain of the City of London. Several vertical folds, one through a single letter of signature, a bit of light soiling, and a uniform shade of mild toning, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

305. King Ed-ward VII. Prince of Wales and first British monarch of the House of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, Edward ’ s re ign (1901–1910) was named the Edward-ian era. Partial DS, signed “Edward R & I,” one page both sides, 6.25 x 7.25, July 30, 1904. Con-clusion of a docu-ment regarding an

international agreement. In fine condition, with lightly trimmed edges and a typed collector’s notation below the signature. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Khrushchev writes to Stalin about postwar Reconstruction







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309. Bernard Germain de Lacepede. French natu-ralist (1756–1825). Partly-printed LS, in French, signed “B. G. cte de Lacepede,” one page, 7.75 x 12.25, October 9, 1807. Un-translated letter on his letter-head as Grand-Chancellor of the order of the Legion of Honour. In very good condition, wi th centra l horizontal and vertical folds, scattered toning, creasing, and soiling, and several ink and pencil notations. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

311. Meyer Lansky. Legendary organized crime leader (1902–1983) who headed the notori-ous ‘enforcement’ syndicate Murder, Inc., which emerged in the early 1930s as successor to the warring Prohibition gangs and the old-line Mafia, and continued to operate into the 1950s. ALS signed “Love, Dad,” one onionskin page, lightly-lined, 8.25 x 10.75, December 31, 1970. Letter to his daughter Sandra. In part: “Did Garfield mail the checks for the Watson Wells if not have Jack get after him and keep after him also suggest to him that I want to be paid direct from the Oil Line…Sandra check my deposit slips & statement to see if Teddy forgot to enter Bay refining check.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

310. Simon Lake. American engineer (1866–1945) who devel-oped the first submarine to operate successfully on the open seas. DS, one page, 10.75 x 8.25, March 20, 1916. Stock certificate for ten shares of the Lake Torpedo Boat

Company, signed at the conclusion by Lake. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, scattered creases, a few tack holes to the left side, and a pencil notation to the upper right. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

While living in Israel to avoid legal issues, Lansky looks for his oil money

312. Charles Lee and Benjamin Day. ALS, signed “Charles Lee,” one page, 6 x 7.5, October 17, 1788. Letter to Jess Taylor reads, in part: “The court has set aside the verdict & judgement obtained by you against Pope and you must return with your witness, and the case will be retried on Monday.” An endorse-ment from Day is written underneath the letter, signed “Benjn. Day,” and dated October 19, 1788. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of both signatures, scattered mild toning, and a couple of pencil notations. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

313. Carl Lin-naeus. Swedish botanist, physi-cian, and zoolo-gist (1707–1778), who laid the foun-dations for the

modern scheme of binomial nomenclature. Uncommon full ink signa-ture, “Carolus N. Linnaeus, Wexion: I: 15 Feb 1727,” on an off-white 4 x 2 slip. Mild overall toning, with a few heavier spots, and some mild haloing around date, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare and highly desirable full signature of the father of binomial nomenclature







315. Malcolm X. Press release, signed at the top in blue ballpoint, “Bro Malcolm X,” headed “Malcolm X Supports Mississippi Challenge,” one page, 7.5 x 9.75, no date, but January 1965. Release reads, in full: “We applaud the efforts of James Farmer and the other civil rights groups to block the seating of the five illegal representatives from Mississippi when Congress convenes on January 4. We are pleased to see that Mr. Farmer and his civil rights colleagues are so dead earnest in backing the election challenges that have been initiated by the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party. As chairman of the Organization of Afro-American Unity, I want to state emphati-cally that we support all uncompromising efforts made by all well-meaning people to unseat the illegal representatives from the state of Mississippi and any other area where our people are denied the right to vote simply because they have been born with dark skin.

We also insist that since over 97 percent of the Black Ameri-cans supported Lyndon B. Johnson, Hubert Humphrey, Robert Kennedy, and the Democratic Party in the recent elections, which is the most overwhelming support given by any minor-ity group to one party and its candidates, I am challenging Lyndon B. Johnson, Hubert Humphrey, and Robert Kennedy, to declare exactly where they stand on the seating of these illegal representatives from Mississippi before January 4. And they should state their case.

We applaud the lead that has been taken by New York repre-sentative William Fitts Ryan in blocking the seating of these Mississippi congressmen, and the firm stand taken at his side by Adam Clayton Powell. Since Mayor Wagner will be in Harlem later this year to obtain the political support of our people in order to remain in City Hall, I challenge Mayor Wagner and his chief assistant, J. Jones, also to let nearly one and a half million Black Americans in New York City know where they stand on the plan to seat illegal representatives before January 4th.

I, for one, along with some friends, plan to be in Washington on January 4 as an observer. We wish to witness and record the stand taken by the so-called liberals, who are seekers of our people’s political support at poll time, for we plan to be 100 percent active in all political areas from 1965 onward.” Sheet is affixed to a slightly larger black scrapbook page. Scattered light toning and wrinkling from adhesive on reverse, otherwise fine condition.

After being publicly censured for his harsh comments on the assassination of President Kennedy, Malcolm X left the Nation of Islam to create his own platform, founding the Organization of Afro-American Unity in June of 1964: a decision that would prove fatal less than a year later. Pushing the OAAU’s agenda—securing the human rights of blacks—Malcolm X wrote this press release at the start of 1965 in support of the newly formed Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party. When the Democratic Party excluded blacks from local meetings, made it nearly impossible to register by enforcing rigid ‘voting qualifications,’ and prohibited the repeal of any segregation laws on their platform in the 1964 elections, the MFDP formed to challenge them. Seeking recognition as an official delegation, they proposed to unseat five congressmen who they claimed were elected illegally because of the discriminatory practices. Although they were unsuccessful on that front, the pressure they placed on President Johnson led to the groundbreaking Voting Rights Act of 1965, which outlawed the discriminatory voting practices that had been responsible for their widespread disenfranchisement. Anything signed by Malcolm X is quite scarce and highly sought-after; this piece, written just six weeks before his assassination and focused on pressing Civil Rights issues, is one of the most interesting we have offered. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

“I am challenging Lyndon B. Johnson, Hubert Humphrey, and Robert Kennedy, to declare exactly where they stand on the seating of these illegal representatives from Mississippi”


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316. Marie Antoinette. Fabled queen of Louis XVI of France (1755–1793) whose public execution, along with that of her husband, was the most grisly, visible, and powerful symbol of the political aims of the French Revolution. Manuscript DS, in French, signed “Payez, Marie Antoinette,” one page, 9.5 x 14.25, July 1, 1786. Document concerning a payment for one of her “apartment floor shiners.” In part (translated): “ From our House and Treasury Mr. Marc-Antoine François Marie Randon de La Tour, we want and ask you that from this denier which is funded by state order for upkeep and food for several of our officers for current year, you pay cash to Jean Baptiste Henry [floor] shiner of our apartment the amount of two hundred pounds that we have granted him for this salary as much for him as for the one he has employed to scrub and clean the parquet of our apartment during a quarter of April, last May and June and you reporting the present with receipt to be sufficient. The amount of two hundred pounds will be passed and allotted as an expense from your accounts by our dear and beloved general, accountant to the King our very honored Lord and spouse in Paris to the both of whom we ask and nonetheless also ask to do as such without difficulties.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by the queen. In very good to fine condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, scattered creases and edge wear, and mild toning. A very interesting example of the extravagance which contributed to the queen’s unpopular image and eventual downfall. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

317. Guglielmo Mar-coni. Cunard Bulletin booklet, 5.75 x 8.25, 4 pages, listing the Mar-conigrams on board the RMS Lucania on August 22, 1903, signed at the top of the first page, “G. Marconi.” Second page is affixed to a slightly larger card. In fine con-dition, with a central vertical fold passing through a single letter of signature and a few creases. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auc-tion COA.…(MB $200)

318. Golda Meir. Rare ALS written and signed in Hebrew, three pages, 6 x 9.5, Hotel McAlpin letterhead, March 31, 1937. Lengthy untranslated letter in Hebrew. Mild scattered foxing, office stamps and notations to top of first page, a rusty paperclip mark and impression to upper right, and filing holes to left border, otherwise fine condition.Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The Queen approves a 200 pound salary to her apartment floor cleaner





320. John Stuart Mill. British philosopher and civil servant (1806–1873) who was an influential contributor to social theory, political theory, and political economy. ALS signed “J. S. Mill,” one page both sides, 4.5 x 7, personal letterhead, July 1, 1860. Letter to an unidentified gentleman. In part: “Allow me to thank you for your kind invitation to dinner…but my occupations compel me at present to decline all evening engagements, and on that particular evening I am obliged to be at the House on account of Mr. Fawcett’s motion to open Dublin University.” In fine condition, with a lightly trimmed left edge. Henry Fawcett, a blind member of Parliament, was a close friend of Mill’s and disputed the educational monopoly in Ireland of the University of Dublin. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

319. James McParland. Detective (1843–1919) hand picked by Allen Pinkerton to infiltrate the Molly Maguires during their reign of terror in the 1870s. His testimony at the trials during 1876–77, led to the conviction and execution of eleven of the nineteen men eventually hanged, and prison sentences for another fifty. Upon his death, the New York Times referred to McParland as one of the leading detectives of the world. DS, signed “James McParland, Supt.,” one page both sides, 8 x 11, April 22, 1897. Receipt for payment by the Union Pacific System to the Pinkerton National Detective Agency for $135.35, for “services, subsistence and other expenses of Operatives, Colo-rado Division.” Signed at the conclusion by McParland as superintendent of the Pinkerton National Detective Agency and various Union Pacific System officials. Light overall toning, staple holes to the upper left corner, and various original office stamps and notations, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

322. Axel Munthe. Swedish psychiatrist (1857–1949) best known as the author of The Story of San Michele. ANS in German, on a 5.75 x 4 postcard, November 3, 1934. Brief note in German to S. Neuber-ger. In full (translated): “I thank you very much for your friendly letter.” Munthe has addressed the reverse of the postcard. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

321. Mother Teresa. Signed book: A Simple Path. First edition, first printing. NY: Ballantine Books, 1995. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.5 x 8.25, 202 pages. Signed on the first free end page

in blue felt tip, “God bless you, M. Teresa mc.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: NF/VG+. Navy cloth-covered boards with gilt lettering to spine; minimal rubbing to edges. Dust jacket has minor creasing at corners/spine-ends and some very slight rubbing. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The greatest British Philosopher of the 19th Century

Rare receipt for services of the Pinkerton detectives, signed by their most famous operative








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323. Joachim Murat. Brother-in-law of Napoleon (1767–1815) who was a marshal in Napoleon’s regime and who reigned as King of Naples from 1808 to 1815. LS in French, signed “J. Murat,” one page both sides, 8 x 10, Italie letterhead, “29 ventose year 12.” Letter to the Minister of War. In part (translated): “Citizen Roubin who served with me in the 21st Regiment of Chasseurs…Wishes to return to active service…he is a talented, zealous officer…I add my special recommendation to General Cavelaux’s.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds and some scattered light toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

324. Napoleon. Handwritten endorsement, “Appr, Bonaparte,” as First Consul, on the first page of a manuscript document, in French, one page, both sides, 8 x 12, dated April 7, 1801. The document, signed by Napoleon’s Minister of War reads, in part (translated): “In the artillery, there are 3 brigadier generals made generals of Division, 2 chefs of brigade made brigadier generals, 6 chefs of Battalion made chefs of brigade, 1 Captain made chef of brigade, 2 Captains made chefs of Battalion and of Squadron, 1 Second Lieutenant made chef of Battalion, 10 Lieutenants made Captains, 6 sub-officers made Lieutenants in all 31…This proposition is motivated…by the good service of the officers that have already merited the benevolence of the government.” Document is matted and framed, so both sides may be read, to an overall size of 11 x 15, and affixed by hinges on its left edge to a matted and framed display with an engraved translation of the document, a small name plaque, and a portrait of Napoleon, to an overall size of 39.25 x 22. Intersecting folds, red wax seal remnants to center of document, and some scattered light toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Napoleon approves the promotions of 31 artillery officers recommended by the Minister of War

“Citizen Roubin… wishes to return to

active service...he is a talented, zealous officer”





326. Napoleon. LS in French, signed “Np,” one page, 7.25 x 9, February 20, 1809. Letter to his adopted son Eugene, Viceroy of Italy. In part (translated): “My son…the Istrian affair seems very extraordinary to me. The properties of those implicated in it must be confiscated. If you think the presence of the Royal Istrian Batallion is danger-ous in Istria, it will have to be sent to Italy, but not to Dalmatia. It would be preferable to issue orders sending it first to Venice, then to Italy. Your affectionate father.” Central horizontal and vertical folds, with horizontal fold passing through signature, a couple small ink and pencil remnants, and a few wrinkles, otherwise fine condition.

When Napoleon defeated the Third Coalition in 1806, the Treaty of Pressburg gave him the remaining Venetian territories, including Istria and Dalmatia. He established the Royal Istrian Battalion for coastal garrison duty, but with no allegiance to the Kingdom and little incentive to support their new ruler, the officers frequently deserted or com-mitted acts of sabotage under encouragement from the British. Offering advice to his adopted son Eugene, Viceroy of the area, the “affectionate father” and extraordinary military mind suggests moving the regiment to Italy, rather than the similarly defiant Dalmatia. Eugene tried this approach, but quickly decided to disband the battalion in 1810. An interesting letter from the powerful leader to his son, offering tactful advice for a difficult situation in the disobedient new territories. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

325 . Napoleon. Handwritten endorsement, signed “Np,” at the top of a letter addressed to him as “Sacred Imperial and Royal Majesty.” The letter, in Italian, one page, 10 x 16, dated August 16, 1811, signed by four Venetian dignitaries in which the merchants express profuse thanks and profound gratitude to Napoleon for having made “loyal Venice” a free port and have erected a statue to him. In part (translated): “May Your Majesty deign to allow the Cham-ber of Commerce to place at Your august feet a statue…May the venerable representation resist the destructive force of time and maintain itself firmly and eternally like the glory and the name of the H E R O which it represents!…our remotest descendants Will inherit all the happiness which the Free Port will bestow…a gift from the greatest and most beneficent of Monarchs.” Endorsed in the upper left, “Returned to Count Aldini (Minister of Foreign Affairs) to draft a reply. Trianon, 28 August 1811, Np.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, and some scattered light creases and wrinkles. Accompanied by a printed image of the statue.

When the War of the First Coalition came to a close in 1797, Napoleon stood victorious. After five years of battle, Austria signed the Treaty of Campo Formio, ceding Belgium to France and recognizing French control of the Rhineland and much of Italy. The ancient Republic of Venice was partitioned between Austria and France, losing its independence forever.

The statue referred to in this letter was unveiled in St. Mark’s Square on Napoleon’s birthday in 1811, the day before this letter was written, and remained on display until Austria took control of the city in 1814. Created by Domenico Banti, the eight-foot-tall marble sculpture depicts the ruler as Caesar holding a globe in his left hand. It was then, as it remains today, incredibly controversial as many Venetians disdained the ruler for taking their independence. After being sold at Sotheby’s in 2002, it was do-nated to Venice’s Correr Museum where a large group protested by holding a mock trial of Napoleon, accusing him of looting the city’s artistic and historical patrimony. A beautiful endorsement accepting the honor bestowed upon him, which for many Venetians continues to serve as a reminder of their lost independence. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Strategic and fatherly advice for an unruly battalion in his Kingdom’s newly won Venetian territories

The French ruler accepts a controversial statue in his honor, celebrating his new rule over Venice



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327. Benito Mus-solini and Vittorio Emanuele III. Partly-printed DS, in Italian, one page, 9.5 x 14.5, December 19, 1926. Untranslated document boldly signed at the conclusion in black ink “Mussolini” and “Vit-torio Emanuele.” In very good condition, with several pencil and ink notations, a few stamps, marginal binding holes to left edge, and a few scattered creases. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

329. Emmanuel Marie Louis de Noailles. Ambassador at Amster-dam, London, and at Vienna (1743–1822). ALS in French, signed “Le Mes de Noailles,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 7 x 8.5, March 19, 1787. Letter to jurist and diplomat Christian Friedrich von Pfeffel, charged by the French court with the conduct of relations with the Holy Roman Empire. In part: “Numerous rumors are in circulation which the Prince Elector of Mayence denies vigorously at the present moment. But nevertheless they have some basis in reality. It concerns one of the sons of the King of Prussia, his conversion to Catholicism and his election as Co-Adjutor of the Prince Elector of Mayence. I think such an event would be most distressing because it would create much confusion in the internal affairs of the Empire….the head of the German League Would be dealt a blow…the secularisation of the great episcopal seas of Germany might happen in our time…Maybe even the Imperial Dignity, if it were ever to pass into the hands of the House of Brandenburg.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds and a touch of light toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

3 2 8 . R e i n h o l d Niebuhr. Influential Protestant theologian (1892–1971) and phi-losopher who reshaped much of American thought concerning so-ciety, politics, and the meaning of history. TLS signed “Reinhold,” one page, 5.5 x 3.25, personal letterhead, August 29, 1964. Letter to a Metromedia repre-sentative. In full: “I greatly appreciate the compliment of your invita-tion to discuss vital issues with a distinguished group of scientists. Unfortunately I just suffered from a stroke, so that even this negative answer must be given to you in this inadequate form.” Several typo-graphic errors have been hand-corrected. In fine condition, with a couple light creases and some show-through from postmark ink. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

330. Hans Christian Oersted. Danish physicist (1777-1851), he discovered the diversion of a magnetic needle by electric current, becoming the founder of the rule of electromagnetism. ALS in Danish, signed “HC Oersted,” one page, 5.25 x 7, October 3, 1834. Crisply penned letter to his friend, the actor and writer Stephan Heger (1769-1855). Translated (in part): “Your proposal has met with the approval of my colleagues as well as with my own and may be considered the wish of many. Within the next days, you and all to whom it may concern will receive a newsletter.” Intersecting folds, uniform toning, with a few heavier spots, and some mild soiling, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

331. Drew Pearson. Controversial American journalist (1897-1969), remembered for his muckraking jour-nalism and syndicated ‘Washington Merry-Go-Round’ newspaper column. TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, November 5, 1952. Letter to a young woman asking for his favor-ite quote. In full: “My motto is one that you as a 4-H Club girl are familiar with and practice regularly. You belong to a fine organization which is outstanding in working to ‘Make Democracy Live.’”

In fine condition, with mild overall toning, a bit heavier to edges and an old piece of tape to top edge. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope and an unsigned 8 x 10 photo. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

The founder of the rule of electromagnetism








332. Louis Pasteur. ALS in French, one page, 4.5 x 7, March 6, 1888. Letter to a fellow alumnus of the Ecole Normale Superieure. In full (translated): “It takes me some time to read books on literary matters. Please excuse my belated but very cordial congratulations. On successive evenings I read each one of your chapters with much pleasure. My impres-sions of the theater are rare. I often regret being so ignorant about so many famous plays in the modern repertory. Thanks to you I can now almost dare to play the expert.” Central horizontal and vertical folds lightly passing through signature and uniform toning from previ-ous display, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

334. J. C. Penney. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, October 20, 1955. Let-ter to Mark E. Brown of the Clover Manufactur-ing Company. In part: “Thank you for your fine birthday congratu-lations. Yes, I became eighty years old on September sixteenth. Mrs. Penney claims my mother made a mistake, and that I am not over seventy. However, this would make me very young indeed when I opened my first store, and I would only have been seven years old when I graduated high school! So, I presume the Bible record is right! The answer to not looking or feeling my age must lie in the fact that I have retained a lively interest in the fulfillment of some further goals.” In very good to fine condition, with light foxing and toning to borders, staple holes to top, and an ink notation to the lower left corner. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

333. Robert E. Peary. Two letters: TLS, signed “Peary,” one page, 8 x 10, June 17, 1910. Letter to Senator W. M. Crane. In full: “I enclose for your information a letter which I have sent to our Ambassadors in London, Berlin, Vienna and Rome. In regard to the honors noted in that letter, I have also been awarded the Gold Medal of the Swiss Geographical Society of Geneva (their highest honor), but the Medal has not yet been presented to me, owing to my inability to include Geneva in my itinerary.”; and a carbon TLS of the letter mentioned by Peary, signed in pencil “R. E. Peary,” four pages, RMS Mauretania letterhead, no date. Letter reads, in part: “My sole and primary object in making a European trip this spring, has been to accept the complimentary invitations of various Geographical Societies, to address them upon my discovery of the North Pole. I have received invitations from organizations of that character, as follows…” 17 are listed; he accepted 11. Peary lists 11 honors he has received including six gold medals, a trophy, and the Honorary Degree of Doctor of Laws from Edinburgh University. In very good condition, with scattered toning, edge tears and paper loss to first letter, and scattered creases. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I often regret being so ignorant about so many famous plays in

the modern repertory”

“Mrs. Penney claims my mother made a mistake, and that I am

not over seventy”

Peary heads to Europe at the invitation of “Geographical Societies,” and to accept honors and medals which he lists




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337. Pre-Civil War Auto-graph Album. Vintage hard-cover autograph album, 8.25 x 6.5, signed inside by approxi-mately 70 members of Con-gress and notables, with most single-sided pages signed multiple times. Signers include: Hannibal Hamlin, Charles Sumner, Edward Everett, Hamilton Fish, Robert Hunter, A. P. Butler, Pierre Soule, Judah Benjamin, Salmon P. Chase, Benjamin F. Wade, Stephen A. Douglas, David R. Atchison, Jackson Morton, Stephen Mallory, Thomas J. Rusk, Lewis Cass, and Sam Houston. Scattered toning and foxing to pages, fragile spine, a few loose pages, and wear to covers, otherwise fine condi-tion. A more comprehensive list is available online at rrauction.com. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

336. Pope Pius IX. LS in Latin, signed “Pius PP. IX,” one page both sides, 8.5 x 12.5, July 1, 1847. Letter to the president of Chile bestowing his apostolic blessing and designating an ambas-sador. Intersecting folds, thin mounting strip to ver-tical edge of both sides, and some scattered light toning, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

335. Pope Pius IX. Italian pope (1792–1878), born Giovanni Maria Mastai-Ferretti, who ascended the papal throne in 1846 and later convened the historic First Vatican Council. Partial self-contained vellum manuscript DS, in Latin and French, signed “Pius PP. IX,” one page, 14.75 x 4.5, October 5, 1861. Conclusion of a larger document, with the final line most likely in the hand of the Pope, which reads, “Supplementary documents joined to the petition according to the necessary conditions.” A central vertical fold, some light wrinkling, and some scattered light toning, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Pre-war 33rd Congress autograph album, including future Confederate Benjamin,

as well as Douglas, Atchison, and Sam Houston








341. Alber t Schwei tzer. ALS in French, one page, 8.25 x 5.25, stamped personal letter-head, January 18, 1957. Headed “Certificate,” Sch-weitzer, “doctor of

medicine,” certifies “by the present [document] that in case taxes to be paid may be levied against Mademoiselle van der Kreek, a volunteer doctor assistant at my hospital in Lambarene, during the period of her leave of absence from F[rench] E[quatorial] A[frica], my hospital will vouch for their payment.” In very good condition, with three vertical folds, one passing through a single letter of the signature, scattered creasing, and a rough left edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auc-tion COA.…(MB $200)

340. Albert Sabin. American medical re-searcher (1906–1993) best known for develop-ing a practical oral polio vaccine. TLS signed “Albert B. Sabin,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Medi-cal University of South Carolina letterhead, January 25, 1979. Let-ter to General Lyman Lemnitzer forwarding an article. In part: “Our mutual friend, General Mark Clark gave me your address after he read the enclosed article that I wrote last August…Since I mentioned your name in it, it was my intention to send you a copy prior to publication…General Clark who agrees that there is a current need for a U. S. military alliance in the Middle East and for stationing sufficient U. S. troops in the area to constitute an effective deterrent force, neverthe-less, believes that nothing can be done about it because of present attitudes in the executive and legislative branches of the government.” In fine condition, with staple and punch holes to top edge and an ink initial to top right corner. Accompanied by the forwarded article and a carbon of Lemnitzer’s reply. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

339. Edmund R a n d o l p h . Statesman and politician (1753–1813) who vari-ously served as a i de -de -camp to Washington, member of the Continental Con-gress, the first

attorney general, and Aaron Burr’s lawyer during his notorious trial for treason. DS, signed “Edm. Randolph,” one page, 6.25 x 4.5, March 2, 1787. Requisition order reads, in full: “Be so good as to send by the bearer fifty pounds weight of rice, fifty of single sugar, fifty of brown sugar, and two jugs of molasses & place it to acct of.” In very good condition, with two vertical folds, scattered mild toning, with several heavier spots, including some over signature, and tape remnants to reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

338. Queen Victoria Eugenie. Gorgeous matte-finish 9.25 x 11.5 photo of Victoria Eugenie clad in furs and jewels as queen con-sort, affixed to 13 x 15.75 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in fountain pen, “For Beth Leary, affectionately, Victoria Eugenie.” Signed illegibly in the upper left corner of the photo in white ink by the photographer. In very good to fine condition, with mild overall toning to mount, light dampstaining to mount’s lower border, creases and slight paper loss to mount’s corners, an irregular spot to the lower left of the photo, and slight silvering to dark areas of the image. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Schweitzer vouches for a medical assistant at his hospital

in French Equatorial Africa

Discussing the importance of a US military presence

in the Middle East





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345. Ernest Shackleton. Shackleton (1874–1922), a junior officer in Scott’s National Antarctic Expedition of 1901–02, nearly reached the South Pole during an expedition of his own in 1909, in the process becoming a national hero. In 1915, during another expedition, his ship, Endurance, was crushed in the polar ice, and he and five others made a perilous journey of 1300 miles to bring relief for the crew. Knighted in 1909, Shackleton died at South Georgia during a fourth expedition in 1922. Vintage matte-finish 4 x 6 Eneret photo of Shackleton in a three-piece suit, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “To Professor Gunnar Andersson, in remembrance from E. H. Shackleton Oct. 13th 1909.” Photo is fixed to an identical size mount. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered trivial soiling. Earlier in 1909, Shackleton returned from the Nimrod Expedition, the first led by Shackleton. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

344. William H. Seward. ALS, one page, lightly-lined, 7.75 x 9.75, October 22, 1835. Letter to William Slade, Jr. In part: “The success in Ohio is honorable to the Green of that State and quite fills my ex-pectations. I congratulate you and all who have labored…to secure such a success.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, a portrait of Seward affixed to lower right corner, several edge tears, and scattered toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

342. Albert Sch-wei t ze r. ALS i n French, three pages on two sheets, 8.25 x 5.25, blind-stamped personal letterhead, Lambaréné, Gabon, March 29, 1961. Untrans-lated letter in French. In fine condition, with tape remnants to a few edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

343. Albert Sch-weitzer. ALS in French, one onionskin page, 8 x 10.25, Lambaréné, Gabon, April 29, 1961. Lengthy untranslated ALS in French. Central vertical and horizontal folds, and a small re-paired tear to upper left, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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

Swedish geologist








348. Joseph Smith. American religious leader (1805–1844) who founded the Latter Day Saint movement. Exceedingly rare Kirtland Safety Society $2 bank note, 6.75 x 3, January 4, 1837, issued to Newel K. Whitney, signed at the bot-tom by Joseph Smith, “J. Smith, Jr., Treas.,” as well as Whitney, “N. K. Whitney,” and Frederick G. Williams, “F. G. Williams.” In very good condition, with overall wrinkling, scattered toning and soiling, and a tiny piece of tape affixed to reverse.

Organized as a joint stock company on January 2, 1837, the Kirtland Safety Society Anti-Banking Company was set up to serve the financial needs of Joseph Smith’s growing Mormon community in Kirtland, Ohio. With no formal banking charter and insufficient assets to back their notes, the KSS quickly failed and was dissolved by November of 1837. Sparking intense distrust of Smith and the LDS leaders, believed to be enriching their own lives at the expense of their community, hundreds of bankrupted Mormons left the church as Smith faced lawsuits for ‘running an illegal bank.’ This incredibly rare bank note, issued two days after the KSS’s establishment, holds not only the signature of the LDS founder Joseph Smith, but also that of influential leader Newel K. Whitney and counsel in the First Presidency of the Church, Frederick G. Williams. A highly desirable and hard-to-find piece from the tumultuous beginnings of the now widespread religious movement. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

346. Abbe Sicard. Early educator and instructor of the deaf (1742–1822). ALS in French, signed “Sicard,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4 x 6.25, no date. Rare letter mentioning his work with the deaf. Sicard writes Count Garat to introduce Gessin, a musician who working on a musical science book, and a pupil of the famous composer Puccini. In a postscript he adds: “Don’t forget you have promised to come and watch a full lesson. If you want to see how we communicate, tomorrow Saturday at 10 would be a nice opportunity as a Belgian boy is to arrive tomorrow.” The last page of the letter is the lengthy postscript, and reverse of second page bears a small address panel in Sicard’s hand. In very good condition, with paper loss to lower right of first page, affecting a few words of text, small hole to second page, scattered light toning, and a few pencil notations.RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

347. Hiram Sibley. Fi-nancier and philanthropist (1807–1888) who helped obtain funding for Samuel Morse’s telegraph wire from Washington to Baltimore, and later served as the president of Western Union. Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite portrait of Sibley seated, by Charles D. Fredricks of New York, signed in the lower border in black ink. In very good condition, with light scattered foxing and toning, silvering to dark areas of the image, and mounting remnants to reverse. RR Auc-tion COA.…(MB $200)

Outstandingly rare $2 bank note signed by the Latter Day Saint founder—only the second Joseph Smith item we have ever offered!





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353. Supreme Court: Louis D. Brandeis. ALS, one page, 6 x 7, personal letterhead, Sep-tember 29, 1939, Mrs. Louis D. Brandeis’s letter-head. Brandeis writes, in full: “Re yours of 26th, my thanks for your thoughtful letter. Kindly write me of the ‘simple’ ‘measures which

would have a beneficial effect.’ Except from your letter, I know nothing of the occurrences or the persons to which it refers. Obviously, no one has more authority to speak ‘for all Jews’ than you would have to speak for all Protestants or for all Catholics.” In fine condition, with a paint paperclip impression and staple mark to the top left corner. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

351. Joseph Stalin. ANS in Russian, signed “Daddy Stalin,” one page, 5 x 7.5, September 1937. Short note written by Stalin beneath a handwrit-ten letter to him from his daughter Svetlana, whom he called Setanka. His daughter writes (translated): “To Secretary N1 comrade I. Stalin. Strictly confidential. Order N 14 (a): Taking into account the fact that we haven’t been to the cinema for a long time I order you to go to the cinema today and take me along. Setanka the Housekeeper.” She has drawn a triangular detailed Soviet seal, making her letter official, identifying it as “Stamp / Signature of the Secretary.” Stalin’s reply, in red pencil: “I humbly obey and agree. The humble Secretary of the Housekeeper Daddy Stalin.” In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

352. Setanka Stalin. Pictorial autograph manuscript signed, “from Setanka-Housekeeper” in Russian, one page, 5.25 x 7.75, circa mid-1930s. In regular and colored pencil, Setanka has drawn a sun in the upper left corner and a battle scene of the 1917 Russian Revolution, showing gunfire on both sides in red. Captioned under the battle scene, in full: [in red] “In year 1917, the Revolution came about in the city of Leningrad.” [in blue] “Under the leadership of V.I. Lenin, workers and peasants took over.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Obviously, no one has more au-thority to speak ‘for all Jews’ than

you would have to speak for all Protestants or for all Catholics”





354. Supreme Court: Waite Court. Nine ink signatures, “M. R. Waite,” “Joseph P. Bradley,” “W. B. Woods,” “Sam. F. Miller,” “Horace Gray,” “John M. Harlan,” “Stephen J. Field,” “Sam’l Blatchford,” and “Stanley Matthews,” on individual off-white slips, each approximately 2.5 x .5. Beautifully cloth-matted and framed with an enormous original mounted photo of the Waite Court justices to an overall size of 31 x 31. In overall fine condition, with light toning to a few slips; photo has silvering to dark areas of the image and a small tear, otherwise fine condition. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

356. John Thayer. Signed book: The Sinking of the S.S. Titanic, April 14–15, 1912. Limited first edition of 500 copies (this being No. 441). Philadelphia: John B. Thayer, 1940. Hard-cover, 6 x 9, 30 pages. Signed on the colo-phon by Thayer, and signed and inscribed on the first free end page, “To Dr. Francis R. Packard with best regards from John

B. Thayer, Nov. 11th 1941.” In fine condition, with a strip of toning lightly affecting a couple words of inscription. This scarce relic is a private printing of the account given by Thayer’s father, John Borland III, a first-class passenger who survived the cataclysmic wreckage of the White Star passenger liner, providing essential first-hand accounts used to reconstruct the events of that fateful night. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Enormous display

featuring the Supreme Court of

the 1880s





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359. Chaim Weizmann. TLS signed “Ch. Weizmann,” one page, 5.5 x 7.5, Dorchester Hotel, London letterhead, September 5, 1941. Letter to L. M. S. Amery. In full: “I am very sorry to trouble you with a matter which is perhaps half personal, but you may remember my mentioning to you before we left England that it would be useful if you could possibly see Lord Luke for a few minutes. He apparently intends entering into an arrangement with Sir William Wright with regard to manufacture in India. I think Luke thinks that Wright could manufacture the foodstuff in India for export here. But he is anxious to see you first.” Docketing at the top in an unknown hand reads, “Palestine. Also Lord Luke re manufacture foodstuff in India.” Double-suede-matted and framed with a portrait of Weizmann and a small plaque to an overall size of 19.5 x 15.25. In fine condition, with punch holes along left edge and some scattered light creases. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

358. US Senators. Color 23.5 x 18 lithograph of the US Capital building, signed in blue felt tip by all 100 mem-bers of the 108th Congress. Signers include: Robert Byrd, Ted Kennedy, Daniel Inouye, Joe Biden, Richard Lugar, Orin Hatch, Chris Dodd, Arlen Spector, Tom Daschle, John McCain, Trent Lott, Dianne Feinstein, Rick Santorum, Hillary Clinton, Lamar Alexander, and Elizabeth Dole. (A listing of all 100 senators is included). Rolled and in fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

357. Cornelius Vanderbilt II. American businessman and phi-lanthropist (1843–1899) who succeeded his father and grandfather as head of the New York Central Railroad. LS signed “C. Vanderbilt,” one page, 5.5 x 8, New York Central & Hudson letterhead, November 14, 1889. Letter to Howard Russell Butler. In part: “I shall be pleased to contribute towards the fund for the new building of the American Fine Arts Society, five thousand dollars.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, light scattered creases and toning, and a couple small edge tears. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)





364. Brigham Young. Crisp ink signature, “Truth will prevail, Brigham Young,” on an off-white 3 x 1.75 slip. In fine condition, with light overall toning and a couple trivial spots of foxing. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

363. Ol iver Wolcott, Jr. Manuscript DS, signed “Oliv. Wol-cott, Jr., Aud’r,” one page both sides, 8.5 x 6.5, November 23, 1779. Pay table document order-ing that the state of Connecticut “pay Cap…Griswold One Thousand Pounds L money,” signed off on by Wolcott as auditor. In very good condition, with intersecting folds with slight separations, light overall toning, mirroring to ink, and Wolcott’s signature affected by text of the document. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

361. Duke and Duchess of Windsor. Vin-tage ballpoint sig-natures, “Edward, Duke of Wind-sor” and “Wal-lis, Duchess of Windsor,” on an off-white 5.5 x 3.5

sheet bearing a royal emblem. In very good condition, with a central vertical fold passing through signatures, and scattered creases and toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

362. Thomas Wharton and Timothy Matlack. Wharton (1735–1778) served as the first president of Pennsylvania; Matlack (1730–1829) was a prominent statesman, best known as the scribe of the Declaration of Independence. Partly-printed DS, signed “Tho. Wharton, Pres” and “T. Matlack, Sec’y,” one page, 11.75 x 9, May 17, 1777. Wharton appoints Philip Rupert “to be first Lieutenant of a Company of foot in the fourth Battalion of Militia.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 18.75 x 15.75. Intersecting folds, a few vertical folds passing through single letters of the signatures, uniform shade of toning, a significant tear to the upper left, scattered creases, and moderate foxing to the bottom portion of the document, otherwise very good condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

360. Gideon Welles. DS, one page, 8 x 10, March 21, 1862. Welles informs Walter Sargent of Brooklyn that he is to be appointed “Acting Master’s Mate in the Navy…If, after instruc-tion in the practice of gunnery and the use of small arms, your profi-ciency should justify it, you will be ordered on board ship.” Second integral page bears endorsements by two officers. In very good condition, with two horizontal storage folds with separations to edges, scattered creases and soiling, a few edge tears, stain to the top, and moderate feathering to the signature. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100) “Truth will prevail”







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375. Jean-Baptiste Bernadotte

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431. George RomneyMB $100

430. Condoleezza RiceMB $100

429. Presidential HopefulsMB $100

437. Nathan Mayer Rothschild

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439. Jonas SalkMB $100

438. Jonas Salk and Albert Sabin

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440. Arnold SchwarzeneggerMB $100

444. Supreme Court Justices

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443. Supreme Court Justices

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442. Francis Cardinal SpellmanMB $100

441. Alfred E. SmithMB $100























460. Gideon WellesMB $100

459. Earl WarrenMB $100

458. George WallaceMB $100

457. Vice PresidentsMB $100

456. U. N. Secretary GeneralsMB $100

455. Desmond TutuMB $100

454. Titanic: Millvina Dean and Michel Navratil, Jr

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453. Titanic: Millvina DeanMB $100

452. Margaret ThatcherMB $100






446. Supreme Court: Sandra Day O’Connor

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445. Supreme Court: Antonin Scalia

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463. Benjamin Butler. American military officer, lawyer, and politician (1818–1893) whose strict administration of New Orleans following the Union occupation in 1862 made him one of the most controversial figures of the Civil War. ALS signed “Benj. F. Butler,” one page, 8 x 10, The Chemical Gold and Silver Ore Reducing Company letterhead, January 18, 1866. Letter to a lawyer. In part: “My friend…of the New Orleans bar will give you a new version of the…evidence…please hear his story and see what can be done. I would give much money personally for the evidence…Go on with the settlement.” Intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), and light scattered toning, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

464. Ambrose E. Burnside. ALS signed “A. E. Burnside,” two pages on two adjoining sheets, 5 x 8, United States Senate Chamber, Washington letterhead, June 26, 1879. General Burnside writes to the Honorary Simon Stevens of New York, in part: “I am in no way identified either by interest or prejudice in any of the routes, but am guided in my actions by a desire to protect the interests and integrity of our country.” Two horizontal mailing folds, one of which lightly grazes the signature, a few trivial stray marks, and pencil notations to the top edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

462. Lewis Bene-dict, Jr. Union officer (1817–1864) impris-oned at the notorious Libby Prison, and later killed in action during the Red River campaign. DS, signed “Lewis Bene-dict, Jr, Surrogate,” one page, 7.5 x 9.5, August 24, 1847. An interesting legal document advis-ing, “Before Anthony Blanchard Esquire Sur-rogate of said county, administration of all and

singular the goods chattels & credits [of] Richard Towner…was com-mitted & given to Ann Towner and Daniel Harland.” Page is inlaid to a slightly larger sheet. A couple slight brushes to text, a few creases, and mild show-through from docketing on reverse, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

461. William W. Belknap. Original 2.5 x 4 carte-de-visite bust portrait of Belknap, by C. D. Fredricks & Co. of New York, signed at the bottom in pencil, “Wm. W. Belknap, Feby. 5th, 1869.” Reverse bears note in pencil from his second wife, “Compliments of Carita S. Belknap.” In very good condi-tion, with scattered foxing to the slightly faded image, and clipped lower corners. RRAuc-tion COA.…(MB $200)

465. Isaac S. Catlin. Union soldier (1835–1916) who was injured twice during the Battle of the Crater, resulting in the loss of a leg; he was awarded the Medal of Honor for his heroism. ALS signed “I. S. Catlin,” one page, lightly-lined, 5 x 7.5, Owego, New York, June 8, 1866. In full: “I have the honor to acknowledge the receipt of my Commn. as Brig. Gen. by Brevet.” Professionally inlaid into a slightly larger sheet. In fine condition, with a vertical fold and slight brush to ink. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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468. George Crook. Once considered the U. S. Army’s great-est ‘Indian fighter’ after successes against the Apache, Crook participated in Grant’s November 3, 1875, ‘secret meeting’ that launched the Great Sioux War. AQS signed “George Crook, Maj. Gen. U. S. A.,” on a 4.25 x 2.75 card, Chicago, July 28, 1888. Crook pens a motivational quote, in full: “A sentiment is an unreliable measure of its author. ‘Actions speak louder than words.’” Scattered soiling, slight rippling to edges, and mount-ing remnants to reverse from previous display in a scrapbook, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

467. Mark W. Clark. TLS signed “Mark Clark,” one page, 8.5 x 11, The Citadel letterhead, January 4, 1982. Let-ter to an admirer. In part: “With reference to the Reagan ad-ministration, I think he is a magnificent President. I support all he has done and I hope Congress will do the same. We should build up our military strength as fast as we can. The

previous administration, in my opinion, reduced our strength, which puts us in a dangerous position as far as the Russians are concerned.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

466. Pierre Cambronne. General of the French Empire (1770–1842). He fought during the wars of the Revolution and the Napoleonic Era, and was wounded at the Battle of Waterloo. Partly-printed DS, in French, signed “Cambronne, Commdng,” one page, 16 x 12.75, December 22, 1804. Service record for 2nd Lt. Charles Doziel, mentioning his campaigns under marshals and generals Dumoriez, Moncey, Hoche, Moreau, Augereau, Soult, and Bonaparte. Signed at the conclusion by Cambronne and six other members of the Administrative Council of the 46th Infantry Regiment of Line. In fine condition, with a central vertical fold, slight edge wear, and a mild shade of toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

469. Alfred N. Duffie. F r e n c h -A m e r i c a n s o l d i e r ( 1 8 3 3 –1880) who was cap -t u r e d b y John S. Mos-by’s guerril-las in 1864 and spent the rest of the war as a prisoner in Danville. Civil War–dated ALS signed “A.

N. Duffie act. Brig commanding 1st Cav. Brig.,” 7.5 x 9.5, March 23, 1863. Letter to a general. In part: “The 1st R. I. Cav. becomes pretty low and it is my duty as his former commander to ask…that you do all in your power to fill it up before the spring Campaing [sic].” In fine condition, with one horizontal mailing fold passing through the bottom of the signature, and scattered creases. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

“The previous administration...reduced our strength, which puts us in a dangerous position as far as the Russians are concerned”





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470. Abner Doubleday. ALS signed “A. Doubleday, Capt. U. S. A.,” two pages, lightly-lined both sides, 5.25 x 8, Fort Sumter, January 6, 1861. Letter to Major General Jesse Segoine of Auburn, Cayuga, New York. In full: “It is a matter of great satisfaction to me to see that our movements here have been approved by my former townsmen and that the heart of New York still beats warm and true for the Union. We have been so long surrounded with trimmers and traitors that I began to fear the love of the National Flag was dying out in our country. We cannot imagine the annoyance of the South Carolinians upon finding themselves forestalled in the possession of this important work. It is the key of the harbor and in the very center of their communications. At Fort Moultrie everything had been prepared for a desperate stand but we could have done little against the powerful batteries of this Fort which would have been turned against us, in addition to an Army of at least 10000 men who would have assailed us on the land side. Our own lives were of little consequence, but our defeat would have involved the loss of this harbor to the United States, a loss that would have been irreparable. This State still continues her aggressive ac-tions. The Charlestonians are surrounding us with batteries on every point of land in the vicinity and are arming them with guns from the Forts they have siezed. This is done with the hope of preventing any vessel from coming to our assistance and also with a view to force us ultimately to surrender from a lack of supplies. In this I think they will be disappointed for there is no such word as surrender in Major Anderson’s composition. The war garrison of this Fort is 600 men. We have about 70 but should they attack us I hope the country at large will have no reason to find fault with our defense. One of our boats and some of our men have been captured. The lights in the harbor have been put out, the buoys taken up. All communication has been cut off with us except such as the governor chooses to authorise and yet we hesitate to fire upon them. Major Anderson still hopes that wiser counsels may prevail amongst them and that something may occur to prevent the impending strife. May God grant it, but if war must come

let the people rise in their might and maintain the integrity of the Union. That cause will carry the hearts of thousands with it even in the slave states themselves. I shall probably not soon have an opportunity to send another letter to any person North & must close abruptly as the gentleman is about leaving who will take this.” In good to very good condition, with moderate overall soiling and wrinkling, near-complete separations to fragile mailing folds repaired with toned tape, toned tape along the left border of each page, and three areas of ballpoint ink to the bottom of the last page.

Six days after South Carolina declared its secession on December 20, 1860, U. S. Major Robert Anderson surreptitiously moved his small command from the indefensible Fort Moultrie to the powerful Fort Sumter, maintaining control of the entrance to Charleston Harbor. As Anderson’s second in command, Abner Doubleday penned this letter amidst the mounting tension, surrounded by South Carolina’s recently seized batteries and under their watchful and threatening eyes: “This is done with the hope of preventing any vessel from coming to our assis-tance and…to force us ultimately to surrender from a lack of supplies.” Three days later, a merchant ship sent by outgoing President James Buchanan to resupply the troops was in fact fired upon, preventing the reinforcements from arriving and pushing both sides closer to war. With the exception of Sumter, South Carolina authorities seized control of all federal forts and properties within their boundaries and demanded that the U. S. Army evacuate. Resistant to surrender, they continued to hold the fort despite pressure from the growing Confederate forces (which had come to include seven states by February). Finally, on April 12th, Confederate forces fired upon Sumter; Doubleday aimed the cannon that fired the first return shot in answer to the bombard-ment, and the Civil War was begun. A remarkable letter of significant historical content, written from the heart of Sumter by the general who would fire the Union’s first shot. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

“The Charlestonians are surrounding us with batteries on every point,” writes the Union general from Fort Sumter in January 1861: “If war must

come let the people rise in their might and maintain the integrity of the Union”






472. Iwo Jima. A scarce set of three vintage lightweight 8 x 10 photos of the survivors of the historic Iwo Jima flag raising, each posing with the flag they helped raise atop Mount Suribachi, each soldier signing their portrait in blue ink, “Ira H. Hayes / Pfc., U.S.M.C.,” “John H. Bradley Ph.M 2/C,” and “Pfc. R.A. Gagnon.” Some mild rippling to horizontal edges of each photo, as well as light edge curling, otherwise fine condi-tion. Bradley, Gagnon, and Hayes were three of the six soldiers who planted a US flag atop Mount Suribachi on the Japanese island of Iwo Jima—an event captured on film by photographer Joe Rosenthal, which became one of the most familiar images of World War II. With three of the enlisted men killed in action within a month of the flag raising, President Franklin D. Roosevelt transferred the survivors to Washington, D. C. and ordered them to participate in the 7th War Bond Drive. Phenomenal images of three unlikely heroes who, along with their fallen comrades, became the collective ‘face’ of World War II. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

471. David G. Farragut. LS signed “D. G. Farragut,” three pages, 7 x 13, New York, April 30, 1866. Letter to James W. Grimes. In part: “I have read over very carefully your Bill to ‘define the number and regulate the appointment of Officers in the Navy’ and see one or two very serious difficulties—viz—If the Rear Admirals are limited in number to twenty one, there will be no room for the retirement of those on the active list, as they become subject to that feature…If there should occasionally be room for one or two, there would yet be very little chance for the promotion of those old officers on the retired list, who have done the country good service, and obtained the highest rank of their day, and now only desire to die in the same relative position…I would also remark in relation to promotion by selection…selection is a difficult thing to manage in our Country in the time of peace. In war, the Country will submit to it as a military neces-sity. In time of peace it is apt to become an abuse, as it is in the British Navy, and which I believe they are trying to remedy…I am compelled to say that I think it would be a fatal blow to the best interests of the Navy, if carried into effect.” All three pages are cloth matted and framed with a portrait of Farragut and a small plaque to an overall size of 39.5 x 20.5. In fine condition.

Following his victory in the Battle of Mobile Bay in August of 1864, where he pushed through heavily mined waters to defeat the Confederate forces at their last major port on the Gulf of Mexico, Farragut was named America’s first vice admiral by President Lincoln. After the war he was promoted again to admiral, and given command of the European Squadron, which was to be his last active service. Offering advice to James Grimes, Republican Senator of Iowa and chairman of the Committee on Naval Affairs, Farragut gives his well-informed opinions on the formation of the recently redefined ranks in the US Navy. An excellent letter from the nation’s first admiral, using his experience to give voice to both active and retiring officers as the Navy began to take shape. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Very rare set of portraits of the three surviving flag-raisers, each posing with the iconic flag raised on the island

“In war, the Country will submit to it as a military necessity. In time of peace it is apt to become an abuse”





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476. Jean-Baptiste Kleber. French general under Napoleon (1753–1800) who commanded French forces during their Egyptian campaign in the late 1790s. LS in French, signed “Kleber,” one page both sides, 8.5 x 12, Republique Francais letterhead, June 1, 1800. Letter to General Donzelot, written just two weeks before his assassination in Cairo. In part (translated): “I enclose copies of letters I received from Murad Bey and my replies…Send me the Coptic Recruits, lead, pewter, horses, camels, grain, and money. And, because all is quiet in your area now thanks to the help that Murad Bey is offering you against the Arabs, you may be able to do without one Battallion from the 2lst and send it to General Zayonchek [in command of 1,000 Polish troops he raised for Napoleon’s army in Egypt] in the 2nd District so that he can send us the 88th Brigade. This would be of great service to us because within two months I expect to be attacked again.” Central horizontal and vertical folds, scattered creases and wrinkles, and a bit of light toning, otherwise fine condition. All things considered, it was extremely difficult for Murad Bey to act differently regarding Dervish Pasha. By cutting off Omar Kachef’s head, he followed the will of God and compensated in part for his lenient treatment of Dervish Pasha. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

475. Iwo Jima: Joe Rosenthal. Iconic matte-finish 7 x 8.75 photo of the Iwo Jima flag raising, signed and inscribed in the lower border in black felt tip, “Best wishes to Major James F. Graham, from Joe Rosenthal.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 13.5 x 15.5. A light crease to the lower right (slightly affecting the signature), and some trivial irregular ink adhesion, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

474. Jedediah Huntington. Partly-printed DS, signed “J. Huntington,” one page, 6.5 x 5.75, February 13, 1783. State of Connecticut pay table document ordering the treasurer to “pay Colonel Samuel Chapman Twenty seven pounds lawful money.” Signed at the conclusion by Huntington, along with Eleazer Wales and Fenn Wadsworth. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, light scattered toning and soiling, and Huntington’s signature passing over the others. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

473. O. O. Howard. LS, one page, lightly-lined, 7.75 x 9.75, War Depart-ment letterhead, January 12, 1867. Letter to Brevet Brigadier General George Williamson Balloch. In part: “I have received the beautiful present of photographic views of Sherman’s Campaign and battle fields, and have looked the book through, with all the interest of one who participated in the events portrayed, and I may say, that no gift could have been more acceptable to me for its intrinsic value.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), and a few light creases. Howard is most likely referring to a book released in 1866 entitled Barnard’s Photographic Views of the Sherman Campaign, which today sells for tens of thousands of dollars. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I have received the beautiful pres-ent of photographic views of Sher-man’s Campaign and battle fields”

“Because all is quiet in your area now thanks to the help that Murad Bey is offering you against the Arabs, you may be able to do without one Battallion”

Iconic image from Iwo Jima, inscribed to a serviceman







478. Robert E. Lee. ALS signed “R. E. Lee,” one page, lightly-lined both sides, 7.5 x 9.5, October 2, 1869. Letter to his nephew John Mason Lee. In part: “Last Summer I met Col: Clarke Esq. to whom I spoke about my desire to obtain a position for you. He said he had just recd a letter from Major [Conway] Howard requesting him to send him an asst. of gentlemanly Character &c & he thought that you would answer his purpose as I knew that it had been some time since your attention had been given to Engineering…I presume Major Howards telegram to you is the result. Major Howard & Col: Clarke were Engineers of the Army of N.V. [Northern Virginia] & you may have seen them on the lines around Richmond & Petersburg.

The former was a great deal with Genl. A.P. Hill…I have no doubt it is a good position. It will require work, energy & ability to succeed & I hope that you have all that. Howard has charge of one of the R. Roads in Texas…The life in Texas might be a rough one, but profitable, if you liked Engineering & qualified yourself for the position. Major Howard seems to want you at once & you would be justified from his Telegram to report to him.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, a few creases, and scattered toning and soiling. A great letter with mentions of several of the most important parts of Lee’s storied life: Texas, engineering, and his Confederate comrades. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

477. Robert E. Lee. Original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite bust portrait of Lee in profile, by Alexander Gardner of Washington, signed at the bottom of the image in black ink, “R. E. Lee.” Mount bears an 1866 copyright notice in the lower border. Overall foxing, otherwise fine condition. A highly desirable portrait by one of the Civil War’s most famous photographers, crisply signed by the Confederate commander. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Scarce Gardner portrait of the Confederacy’s most famous general

“Major Howard & Col: Clarke were Engineers of the Army of N.V. & you may have seen them on the lines around Richmond & Petersburg”




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480. Curtis LeMay. TLS signed “Curtis E. LeMay,” one page, 8 x 10.5, Headquarters, Strategic Air Command letterhead, October 10, 1955. Letter to George C. Sul-livan, founder of arms engineering company ArmaLite. In part: “You are right about the .308 rifle. The feeding is the only fault I have been able to find with it…the bolt does not always catch the next shell when it is pushed forward. I think a redesigned cartridge fol-lower plus a little careful grinding on the side of the receiver would eliminate the trouble. As soon as I can get to it I plan on trying to make a new follower and try it out.” In very good condition, with moderate scattered dampstaining and a rusty paperclip impression to the top, light overall creases, and a tiny tear to the upper right. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

479. Francois Lefebvre. Partly-printed DS, in French, signed “Lefebvre,” one page, 8.25 x 12.5, January 13, 1800. A request to the Administrators of the Department of the Seine. In part (translated): “Several times, Citizen Administrators, seditious gangs have dared to seize draftees…from the armed forces…such public violation of the laws is…most punishable treason and deserves the severest repression on your part. I therefore ask you to proclaim immediately a firm resolution which will repulse force with force.” Boldly signed at the conclusion by Lefebvre. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered light toning, wrinkling, and foxing, paper loss to one corner tip, and light show-through from writing on reverse. Accompanied by an etched portrait of him in uniform. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

481. 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)

482. James B. McPherson. Career US Army officer who served as a general in the Union Army during the American Civil War, and was killed at the Battle of Atlanta. After the war, Fort McPherson in Atlanta, Georgia, was named in his honor. Scarce original 2.25 x 4 carte-de-visite photo of McPherson in military uniform, by Barr and Young of Memphis, Tennessee, signed in the lower border in black ink, “Jas. B. McPherson, Maj. Genl.” A bit of scattered light spotting and soiling to background of im-age, a small area of surface loss to lower left, and a couple trivial creases, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Seditious gangs have dared to seize draftees… such public violation of the laws is…most punishable

treason and deserves the severest repression on your part”








484. Chester Nimitz. Vintage matte-finish 12.75 x 10.75 photo of Nimitz signing the Japanese surrender aboard the USS Mis-souri, signed and inscribed in the lower border in fountain pen, “To Eric Pfefferkorn—with best wishes and great appreciation of your contribution to the war effort which made possible the above scene—C. W. Nimitz, Fleet Admiral, USN.” Photo also bears an inherent, pre-printed signature. A few creases to the lower border and some light surface spotting, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

483. Montgomery of Alamein. Partial ALS, one page both sides, 5.5 x 3.5, no date. Partial letter, in part: “I travel a great deal; in September I am going to China for more talks with Mao Tse-tung, and in January next to South Africa…learn how to organize revolutions, which they do well in Central America, generally getting them over by lunch time!” A central vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, tape remnants to borders, and slight surface loss to reverse upper border, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

485. George S. Patton. Very early and scarce handwritten essay titled “The Sargasso Sea,” one lightly lined page, 7.75 x 11.75, signed in ink on the reverse, “Composition, Geo. S. Patton, March 6, 1899.” The essay, evidently written as a class assignment reads in part [his spellings and punctuation retained]: “The Sargasso Sea is one of the unexplored mysteries of the world. Though discovered as soon as North America no one has ever yet explained its unfathomable depths for the weed is so thick that neither steam nor sail can find its way to the center…As many of the Spanish Galleons were loaded with gold it is thought it may be a perfect treasure house in the midst of the Atlantic, and also resting place for the unburied bones of many a sea hero, slain in battle or by the elements.” Patton’s teacher has made several small corrections throughout. Central horizontal and vertical folds (partial separa-tions repaired on reverse, touching several words of text), a few bends, chips, and small edge tears, and blue ink stain touching one word of text, otherwise very good condition. The signature is clear, bold, and completely unaffected. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

“Your contribution to the war effort...made possible

the above scene”

“Revolutions, which they do well in Central America, generally getting them over by lunch time”

Thirteen-year-old Patton’s school essay on the Sargasso Sea






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489. J. Johnston Pettigrew. Civil War–dated ALS signed “J. Johnston Pettigrew, Brig. Gen. P. A. C. S.,” one page, lightly-lined, 5.75 x 9, Magnolia, February 1, 1863. Letter to R. J. Holmes. In full: “Owing to my frequent and uncertain movements, your very acceptable letter of the 7th was a long time in reaching me. It contains exactly the kind of information I desired. The Engineers are now down in your region and their map with your explanation of the character of the roads will give me all the information required.” Central vertical and horizontal folds, the vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, overall toning and soiling, and two large areas of dampstaining affecting the text and signature, otherwise very good condition.

After suffering a near-fatal injury during the Peninsula Campaign in the summer of 1862, brigadier general Pettigrew was taken prisoner by the Union army and held until an exchange two months later. Ordered to Eastern North Carolina, where he was to secure and gather supplies in preparation of Lee’s offensive into the north, he contacted friend and attorney R. J. Holmes to help map his area (most likely New Bern, North Carolina, where Holmes lived). Five months later, Pettigrew’s brigade was assigned the position of the left flank in the famous infantry assault now known as Pickett’s Charge on the final day of the Battle of Gettysburg. Badly wounded in the battle, Pettigrew began to lead his troops’ retreat back to Virginia; but when they faced an unexpected Union attack at Falling Waters, West Virginia, he was shot again, this time fatally. An incredibly rare letter from the courageous Confederate general, just months before his final attack in the Battle of Gettysburg—the only Pettigrew we have ever offered. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

487. John J. Pershing. TLS, one page, 7 x 9, General of the Armies letterhead, January 5, 1923. Letter to Princess Antoine Bibesco. In part: “It is with very deep regret that I find it impossible, on account of a previous engagement, to accept your very cordial invitation for Monday evening.” In fine condition, with a few light creases and a couple trivial spots of foxing. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

486. John J. Pershing. Vintage matte-finish 8 x 9.75 International News photo, signed and in-scribed in foun-tain pen “Land-ing A Boulogne France, June 13, 1917 for the Rev. Corne-lius Greenway, Very sincerely, John J. Per-shing, Paris, Oct. 20, 1937.” Scattered sil-ver ing, and some scattered bends and creases, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

488. Eddie Rickenbacker. Excep-tional vintage matte-finish 6.25 x 8.5 portrait of Rickenbacker in uniform by N. Lazarnick, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “With every best wish to Ellmore C. Patterson Jr., Capt. Eddie Rickenbacker, 1927.” Mounted to a scrapbook page to an overall size of 9 x 11. In fine condition, with silvering to dark areas of the image. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA.

Patterson was a noted Collier’s sportswriter, and owned the Mercedes car that won the 1915 Indianapolis 500. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce Civil War-dated letter from the fearless Confederate general as he prepares for Lee’s offensive—

the first Pettigrew we have offered!

Pershing and the American forces set foot in France in 1917






491. Winfield Scott. Partly-printed DS, one page, 8 x 10, October 15, 1861. Scott grants painter Albert Bierstadt a five-day pass enabling him to “pass the United States lines, to visit the U. S. camps on both sides the Potomac.” In very good condition, with two horizontal folds with partial separations, overall wrinkling, and scattered toning and soiling. Bierstadt, though best known for his sweeping landscapes of the American West, painted a number of Civil War scenes over the course of two years—and this is the pass that got him started. Among his more notable war works are a scene depicting Union sharpshooters firing on Confederates, and an aerial view of the bombardment of Fort Sumter. A fascinating association and historically important document. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

490. Sterling Price. Military officer (1809–1867) who served as an American general during the Mexican-American War and as a Confederate general during the Civil War. ALS, one page both sides, 8 x 10, January 8, 1846. As a Missouri congressman, Price writes to a Mr. Miller. In part: “The Oregon question is the all absorbing question here at this time. It has been ably debated for the last four of five days and the discussion will likely continue some days more. This house will be for the whole of Oregon…I fear the fate of the Oregon question in the senate if the Whigs are united against the notice the Calhoun faction will defeat the measure.” In good condition, with moderate creasing, wrinkling, a few edge tears, toning, soiling, and a few apparent singe marks to the edges. The “Oregon question” undoubtedly had to do with the Oregon Treaty between the US and the United Kingdom, signed on June 15, 1846, which settled boundary claims. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scott grants the famed painter of the American West a pass “to visit the

U. S. camps on both sides the Potomac”

The Missouri congressman, and future Confederate general, ponders “the Oregon question”




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493. Winfield Scott. ALS, one page, 3.75 x 5.25, Washington, August 2, 1851. Letter to W. H. Hubbard. In full: “Taking up, from time to time, requests for autographs. I find yours, among others, before me, & add my respects & name.” Matted with a photo of Scott in uniform to an overall size of 8 x 11. In fine condition, with some mild soiling. Accompanied by an ALS from Scott’s wife, signed “M. Mayo

Scott,” transmitting a check to a gentleman, also matted to an overall size of 8 x 11. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

492. Fitz John Porter. Union major general who fought at An-tietam and Second Bull Run. Porter was court-martialed in 1863 for disobeying an order from Gen. Pope to attack but was exonerated in 1878. Three ALSs, one signed “Fitz John Porter” and two signed “F. J. Porter,” each approximately 5.5 x 8, dated between 1884 and 1888. Porter sends letters expressing thanks, responding to autograph requests, and making plans. One, in part: “I wish I could enjoy a trip up to Bangor if for naught else than to take your hand & the hands of my good friends. Give my regards to Gen’l Roberts & Hamlin & all.” One letter is affixed to a slightly larger sheet. In overall very good condition, with various scattered marks and toning, mirroring to ink and areas of paper loss to one letter, and slight separations to mail-ing folds. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

496. Sid-ney Smith. Brit ish na-va l o ff icer (1764–1840) who served in the American and French revolutionary wars, best known for thwarting Napoleon’s army on numerous occasions. Ink signature, “To give room for the other ships to weight, W. Sidney Smith,” on an off-white 4 x 1.25 slip clipped from the conclusion of a letter or document. Also signed on the reverse, “W. Sidney Smith.” Light overall toning and some show-through from writing to opposing sides, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

494. William T. Sherman. Original personal calling card bear-ing Sherman’s name and rank, 3.75 x 2.5, signed on the reverse in black ink, “W. T. Sherman, General.” In fine condition, with some trivial soiling to the upper right and mild adhesive remnants to the front. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

497. Ellen B. E. Sherman. Wife of General William T. Sherman (1824–1888). ALS, one page, 5 x 8, June 19, 1871. Letter to a general. In part: “I am quite anxious to have the soldier Geo. F. Freeman released from prison at Alcatras Island. Is there hope for him? It seems to me you cut us when calling on Genl. Smith lately. We thought it could not be you.” In fine condition, with an ink notation to the lower right corner and some show-through from mounting remnants to reverse. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

495. Fitzroy Som-erset. British soldier (1788–1855) and 1st Baron Raglan, GCB, PC. ALS, one page both sides, 4.5 x 7, December 1, 1814. Letter to Sir Charles Stuart, when Somerset was an aide to the Duke of Wellington,

shortly before Waterloo. In part: “In regard to Lt. Steke, His Grace [the Duke of Wellington] regrets the necessity of refusing to forward his Memorial as he believes there is no instance in the Army of the Brevet Rank of Captn having been conferred upon any officer.” In very good condition, with uniform toning, heavier toning and dampstaining along right edge, and a few small edge tears. Decades later, Somerset, now Lord Raglan, commanded the British forces in Crimea and ordered the famous Charge of the Light Brigade.RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“I am quite anxious to have the soldier Geo. F. Freeman

released from prison”










498. J. E. B. Stuart. Ink signature, “Lt. JEB Stuart, 1st Cavalry Regt,” on an off-white 4.25 x 1.25 slip clipped from a 1857 document. Mild toning above signature which could be easily matted out, otherwise fine condition. During this time Stuart served as an officer of the newly formed 1st Cavalry stationed at Fort Leavenworth. He would be wounded in July of 1857 by the Cheyenne while fighting at Solomon River. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

501. Lew Wallace. Union general (1827–1905) who became better known as the author of the best-selling novel Ben-Hur. ALS, one page, 6.5 x 11, May 3, 1889. Letter to Secretary of the Interior John Willock Noble. In full: “If not considered improper, would you kindly inform me whether the Surveyorship General of New Mexico has been filled? If not, it is desired to present the name of a new applicant.” In very good condition, with small separations along intersecting folds, a mild shade of toning, pencil notations at top, and some light show-through from docketing on reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

500 . R ich -ard G. Stil-well. American military officer ( 1 9 1 7 – 1 9 9 1 ) who participated in the Normandy invasion during WWII and went on to command the US Forces in Korea from 1973 to 1976. TLS signed “R. G. Stilwell,” two pages, 8 x 10.5, Department of the Army letterhead, December 26, 1972. Letter to a patriotic admirer. In part: “We can all promote American-ism by upholding the Constitution and Bill of Rights…The heritage of America is based not only on events of colonial days but includes the development and expansion of the nation throughout the midwest and west. Your research will undoubtedly show the Army’s contribu-tion to the progress of our nation….” Trivial foxing to first page and staple holes to the upper right, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

499. William T. Sherman. ANS in pencil, signed “W. T. Sherman,” one page on the reverse of Sherman’s per-sonal calling card, 3.5 x 2, no date, circa 1890. Brief note addressed to the secretary of state on the front. In full: “Will Mr. Blaine appoint an hour this afternoon or tomor-

row when he can see me in his office for two minutes officially.” Light scattered toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition. James G. Blaine served as secretary of state in 1881 under President Garfield and from 1889 to 1892 under President Harrison. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

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505. George Stratemeyer. World War II–dated vintage matte-finish 11 x 14 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To—Gen. Sherrill, With best regards, Geo. E. Stratemeyer, Maj. Gen. U. S. Army, Chief Air Staff, 11/June/43.” In very good condition, with light creases to corners, light overall foxing to borders, and slight silvering to dark areas of the image. The recipient, James C. Sherrill, went on to serve

as commander in chief of the Alaskan Command. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

506. F. F. E. Yeo-Thomas. British Special Ops Executive (1902–1964) known to the Gestapo as ‘The White Rabbit.’ Vintage matte-finish 4 x 5.75 photo, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “F. Yeo-Thomas, W/Cdr., The White Rabbit.” Photo is housed in its original 6 x 8.25 presentation folder, which is signed again on the lower border by Yeo-Thomas. Moderate contrast to signature, and some wrinkling and a pencil notation to folder, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

503. Marcus Wright. Confederate general (1831–1922) wounded at Shiloh and fought at Chickamauga and Missionary Ridge. He was instrumental in the publication of the War of the Rebellion: Official Records. Original carte-de-visite por-trait, 2.5 x 4, stamped “Collection of Americana Frederick H. Meserve” on the reverse, signed in the lower border below the por-trait in black ink, “Marcus J. Wright, Brig. Genl. P.A.C.S.” Light scattered toning and soiling, a repaired tack hole to the lower left, and numerous pencil notations

to the reverse, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

504. John E. Wool. American military of-ficer (1784–1869) who served in the War of 1812, Mexican-Ameri-can War, and Civil War. Civil War–dated ALS signed “John S. Wool, Major General, U. S. Army,” one page, 4.5 x 7, November 30, 1864. Letter to a gentleman. In part: “The patriot who defends his country in times of change ‘is re-membered in history as worthy of a place among the Gods.’ The traitor is only remembered as a curse to the age in which he lived.” In fine condition, with some mild soiling. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

502. Albrecht von Wallen-stein. Military leader and politi-cian (1583–1634) who offered his services during the Thirty Years’ War, to the Holy Roman Emperor Ferdinand II. He became the su-preme commander of the armies of the Habsburg Monarchy and a major figure of the Thirty Years’ War. Rare ink signature on an off-white 2.75 x 2.5 irregular slip clipped from a larger letter or docu-ment. Signature is affixed to a 5.75 x 4 off-white sheet with collector’s notations to bottom and reverse. In very good condition, with irregular edges, a horizontal fold through a portion of signature, and scattered toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“The patriot who defends his country in times of change ‘is

remembered in history as worthy of a place among the Gods’”

Ferdinand’s generalissimo







522. Medal of Honor Recipients

MB $100


MB $100

520. Anthony McAuliffeMB $100

519. Douglas MacArthurMB $200

518. Japanese SurrenderMB $100

517. Iwo JimaMB $100

516. Wade HamptonMB $200

515. John C. FremontMB $100

514. Flying TigersMB $100

513. Fighter AcesMB $150

512. Ira EakerMB $100

511. Doolittle’s RaidersMB $100

510. Mark W. ClarkMB $100

509. Bock’s CarMB $100

508. Black Sheep SquadronMB $100

507. P. G. T. BeauregardMB $200


















538. World War IIMB $150

537. William Westmoreland

MB $100

536. US Fighter AcesMB $100

535. Maxwell D. TaylorMB $100

534. Isaac I. StevensMB $100

533. Daniel E. SicklesMB $100

532. Norman SchwarzkopfMB $100

531. Norman SchwarzkopfMB $100

530. Colin PowellMB $100

529. John J. PershingMB $100

528. Napoleonic Generals and Marshals

MB $100

527. Hal Moore and Joe GallowayMB $100

526. Military PilotsMB $200

525. MilitaryMB $200

524. Nelson A. MilesMB $100


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542. Apollo 9. Color 6.5 x 9.25 photo of the Apollo crew posing in front of their rocket, affixed to its original 11 x 14 mount, signed on the mount in black ink by Dave Scott, Jim McDivitt, and Rusty Sch-weickart, with an inscription at the top of the mount in another hand which reads, “To Paul Haney—Thanks, The IX Crew.” In very good condition, with mild overall fading to image, signatures, and inscrip-tion, and uniform toning to mount from previous display. Paul Haney was the voice of NASA mission control from 1965-1969. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

541. Buzz Aldrin. Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Aldrin posing in his space suit against a lunar backdrop, signed in blue felt tip “Buzz Aldrin, Apollo XI.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

540. Buzz Aldrin. Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Aldrin standing on the lunar surface, signed in blue felt tip, “First lunar landing, Buzz Aldrin, Apollo XI.” In very fine con-dition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

539. Buzz Aldrin. Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Aldrin standing by the American flag on the moon, signed in silver ink, “First Lunar Landing, Buzz Aldrin, Apollo XI.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auc-tion COA.…(MB $100)

543. Apollo 13. Color 10 x 8 NASA ‘red-numbered’ photo of the original Apollo 13 crew in their space suits and posing with the mission’s emblem, signed in black felt tip by James Lovell, Ken Mattingly, and Fred Haise. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Red-numbered portrait of

the original Apollo 13 crew

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547. Apollo-Soyuz. Color 13.5 x 10.75 photo of the American astro-nauts of the Apollo-Soyuz mission posing in their space suits with a model of the docked capsules, affixed to its original 20 x 16 mount, signed on the mount in black ink by Deke Slayton, Vance Brand, and Tom Stafford. In fine condition, with some mild toning to mount. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

546. Apollo-Soyuz. Color satin-finish 9.25 x 7 photo of the Apollo-Soyuz crew, affixed to its original 14 x 11 mount, signed on the photo in black felt tip by Deke Slayton, Vance Brand, Tom Stafford, Alexei Leonov, and Valeri Kubasov. In fine condition, with corner dings to mount as well as some trivial foxing. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

545. Apollo 17. Two pre-sentation pho-tos: color 13.5 x 10.75 photo of the lift-off of Apollo 17, affixed to its original 19.5 x 16 mount, in-scribed by Gene Cernan, “To Norm Green—Captain (Skip-per) USS Ticon-de roga–CVA 14, ‘The Begin-ning’…Apollo XVII 7 Dec 1972, With appreciation from our part of the team to yours,” and signed in black ink by Gene Cernan, Ron Evans, and Harrison Schmitt; and a color 10.5 x 14 photo of the Apollo 17 splashdown, affixed to its original 15.5 x 19.5 mount, also inscribed on the mount by Cernan, “To Norm Green—’The End’…Apollo XVII 19 Dec 72, Note we’re included in the picture with the target point…! Our best wishes & many thanks to you and your men. Gene—Ron—Jack,” and signed in black ink by Cernan, Evans, and Schmitt. Both are framed to overall sizes of 20.75 x 16.5 and 16.5 x 20.75 respectively. In fine condition, with scattered foxing to both mounts, a bit heavier to splashdown photo. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

The final lunar crew presents two portraits to the Ticonderoga’s skipper






554. Neil Armstrong. Color 5.25 x 8 NASA photo, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Ulrike Korn—All Good Wishes, Neil Armstrong.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 10 x 13. Some brushing and irregu-lar adhesion to the inscription and signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

553. Neil Armstrong. Color 8 x 10 NASA photo, boldly signed and inscribed in blue felt tip, “To Robert Payne—Best of Luck! Neil Armstrong.” In very fine con-dition, with a trivial spot to the lower left corner tip. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

552. Nei l Armstrong. Exceptional ink signature, “Ne i l A rm-strong,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In very fine con-dit ion. Pre-

certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

551. Neil Armstrong. Ballpoint signature, “Neil Armstrong,” on an off-white 3.75 x 3 card. Mounted to a matted photo of Armstrong to an overall size of 8 x 10. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

550. Neil A r m -s t r o n g . Exceptional and highly d e s i r a b l e uninscribed color 8 x 10 NASA p h o t o o f Armstrong posing in his white space suit, his hel-met by his side, nicely s igned in blue felt tip. In very fine cond i t ion . Accompanied by the original mailing envelope postmarked June 25, 1987. Uninscribed photos of Armstrong represent one of the most coveted prizes in the entire field of space collecting. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

549. Neil Armstrong. Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of Armstrong posing in his white space suit, his helmet by his side, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To Jan—Best wishes, Neil Armstrong.” Matted and framed to an overall size of 13 x 16. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original NASA mail-ing envelope. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auc-tion COA.…(MB $200)

548. Apollo 12. Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of the crew posing in their spacesuits during training, signed in black ink by Charles Conrad and Alan Bean, and in blue ink by Dick Gordon. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)








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557. Neil Armstrong. Four items related to Armstrong’s high school reunions: one ALS signed “N. A.,” one page, 9 x 6, postmarked February 10, 2012, responding to an invita-tion to a reunion, in part: “I have no schedule conflicts at present for your reunion dates, so pick any one you want”; one TLS signed “Neil,” one page, 8.5 x 11, February 3, 2007, in part: “Thank you for your letter breaking the news that we are 60 years older than when we graduated…I thought I would never get old enough to get to a 40th anniversary of graduation…60? Really?”; and two RSVP slips, one signed “M/M N. A. Armstrong,” and one signed, “Neil Armstrong.” All are accom-panied by their original mailing envelopes, with two filled out by Armstrong and two filled out in type. Overall creases and wrinkling to the ALS, expected mailing folds, and some rough

edges and ballpoint notations to mailing envelopes, otherwise overall fine condition. All of Armstrong’s signatures are of the uncommon ‘block letter’ variation, rather than his typical stylized signature. Each envelope is addressed to “Doris Weber,” a former classmate and organizer of the reunions, who Armstrong affectionately calls “Punky” at the beginning of the letters. An uncommon look into the private life of the first man on the moon. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

556. Neil Armstrong. Color 20.75 x 16.5 NASA photo of the Apollo 11 moonwalkers, with a printed caption at the bottom which reads: “Armstrong & Aldrin Planting Old Glory on the Moon,” signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Rainy, Neil Armstrong.” In fine condi-tion, with moderate contrast and light irregular adhesion to signature and inscription, a small tear to left edge, and scattered light surface marks. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

555. Neil Arm-strong. Booklet from the P. O. Can-berra 1973 African Eclipse Cruise, 6.5 x 9.5, 18 pages, on which Armstrong was a guest lecturer. Signed on the first page in blue ballpoint by Armstrong, next to his image. Booklet is also signed by other nine lecturers, in-cluding Isaac Asimov and Scott Carpenter. In fine condition, with some light toning and soiling, and expected handling wear. Ac-companied by four color candid photos of the voyage, including two of Armstrong speaking to a crowd. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Thank you for your letter breaking the news that we are 60 years older than when we graduated...60? Really?”

Rare oversized portrait of Armstrong on the lunar surface

Armstrong sets to sea in 1973 to observe one of the longest total solar eclipses of modern times





5 5 9 . N e i l Armstrong. U n c o m m o n cursive ball-point s igna-ture, “Neil A. A r m s t r o n g , 3-10-95,” on an off-white 4.25 x 2.5 slip clipped

from a letter or document. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA..…(MB $200)

558. Neil Armstrong. Ball-point signature, “Neil,” on an off-white 3.5 x 4.5 slip clipped from the closing of a letter. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA..…(MB $100)

560. Astronauts. Four hardcover books: Encounter with Tiber, signed on the title page by Buzz Aldrin; The Last Man on the Moon, signed and inscribed on the title page by Gene Cernan; Lost Moon, signed on the title page by James Lovell; and John Glenn, A Memoir, signed and inscribed on the half-title page by Glenn. In overall fine condition, with scattered wear to dust jackets. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

563. Alan Bean. Color glossy 8 x 10 photo of Bean on the moon, signed in gold ink, “Alan Bean, Apollo 12.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

561. Felix Baumgart-ner. Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Baumgartner starting his record-break-ing sky dive, signed in per-son in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with a couple bends to the right side. Originally obtained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

564. Alan Bean. Limited edition photo reproduction entitled ‘Spec-trum of Glory,’ 15.5 x 18.5, #20/500, of Pete Conrad working on the lunar surface during the first moonwalk of Apollo 12, signed in the lower border in black felt tip. Matted and framed to an overall size of 21.5 x 25. In fine condition. Accompanied by a documentation certificate from Pacific Coast Galaxy Inc., which also bears a printed narrative by Bean, matted and framed to an overall size of 20.5 x 16. Oversized. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

562. Carpenter, Schirra, and Coo-per. Glossy 10 x 8 photo of the Mercury astronauts showing a model rocket to Presi-dent Nixon, signed in blue felt tip by Scott Car-penter, Wally Schirra, and Gordon Cooper. In very fine condition. Pre-

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








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568. Scott Carpenter. Tw o s a t i n -finish 8 x 10 photos of Car-penter during the Mercury program, each signed in blue felt tip (one

signed vertically), adding brief information to both photos. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

567. Scott Carpenter. Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of the Aurora 7 launch, signed in black felt tip, “Scott Carpenter, Aurora 7.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

566. Scott Carpenter. Color vintage 8 x 10 NASA photo of Carpenter in a jacket and tie, a Mercury 7 pin on his lapel, signed in black ink. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

565. Scott Carpenter. Signed book: For Spacious Skies. First edition. Orlando: Harcourt, Inc., 2002. Hard-cover with dust jacket, 6.5 x 9.25, 370 pages. Signed on the title page in black ink by Carpenter, and also signed and inscribed to Bobbi Slayton on the title page by co-author Kristen Stoever. In fine condition, with scattered light wear to dustjacket. Accompanied by a 2003 TLS from Stoever to Bobbi Slayton. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

572. Challenger: Mike Smith. Com-memorative cover with a cachet honor-ing a Russian space mission, signed in ink and felt tip by nine astronauts, includ-ing Mike Smith, Bob

Springer, Franklin Chang Diaz, and Mike Lounge. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. In fine condition, with light haloing to one signature. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

571. Gene Cer-nan. Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Cernan posing on the lunar surface be-tween the American flag and lunar rover, signed in black felt tip, “From the Man on the Moon! Gene Cernan, Apo l lo XVII.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

570. Gene Cernan. Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Cernan saluting the flag on the moon, signed in blue felt tip, “Gene Cernan, Last Man on Moon, Apollo XVII.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Za-relli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

569. Gene Cer-nan and Harrison Schmitt. Color glossy 10 x 8 NASA photo of Cer-nan and Schmitt training in the lunar rover before their mission, signed in black felt tip by Gene Cernan and Harrison Schmitt. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)












574. Jacqueline Cochran and Chuck Yeager. Matte-finish 7.75 x 9.75 photo of Cochran beside her plane, signed in black felt tip, “Jacqueline Cochran” and also signed by Charles Yeager “Chuck Yeager, B. Gen. USAF Ret.” A no-ticeable crease to the lower right corner, paperclip impressions to the upper left, and lightly trimmed edges, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

573. Challenger. Color 10 x 8 NASA photo of the crew of Mission 51-L in their blue flight suits and holding their helmets, signed in black felt tip by all seven crew members: Ellison Onizuka, S. Christa McAuliffe, Greg Jarvis, Judy Resnik, Mike Smith, Dick Scobee, and Ronald E. McNair. In very fine condition. An uncommon, and sobering remembrance of one of the darkest days in the his-tory of space flight. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

575. Michael Collins. Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo photo of Collins posing in his flight suit against a lunar background, signed in blue felt tip. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

576. Michael Collins. Signed book: Carrying the Fire. First edition, later print-ing. NY: Farrar, Straus and Giroux, 1974. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6.25 x 9.25, 478 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page in

black felt tip, “For Helen Durant, with all good wishes—Michael Col-lins, September 1975.” A few small tears and dings to the dust jacket and an owner’s bookplate affixed to the first free end page below the signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

577. Gordon Cooper. Satin-finish 8 x 10 full-length photo of Cooper in his Mercury spacesuit, signed in blue felt tip, “Gordon Cooper, Faith 7, 1963.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Exceptional NASA portrait of the tragic Challenger crew







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579. Gordon Cooper. Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of the launchpad, signed in black felt tip, “Faith 7 Launch, 15 May 63, Gordon Cooper, NASA Astro-naut.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

583. Walt Cun-ningham. Twenty personal checks, all 6 x 2.75, all from 1998–99, and all filled out and signed by Cunningham, “R. W. Cunningham.” In overall fine condi-tion. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

582. Joe Cotton. Satin-finish 14 x 11 photo of the XB-70 Valkyrie in f l ight, signed in black felt tip, “‘The Engineering & maintenance troops were the greatest!’ Joe Cotton.” In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

581. Dieudonne Coste and Maurice Bellonte. French aviators who were the first to make a nonstop flight from Paris to New York, in September 1930. Vintage matte-finish 14 x 11 photo of Coste and Bellonte seated with dignitaries, signed in fountain pen at the top, “D. Coste” and “M. Bellonte.” Affixed to a same-size mount. In very good condition, with a few creases, adhesive remnants to borders, photographer’s pencil notation below the image, and slight silvering to dark areas of the image. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

580. Gordon Cooper. Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Cooper in his space suit, signed in black felt tip, “Gordon Cooper, Gemini 5 Commander, 1965.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

578. Michael Collins. A 9 x 9 swatch of Beta cloth, with a printed 3.25-inch diameter Apollo 11 mission emblem, signed at the bottom in black felt tip, “Michael Collins, Apollo XI CMP.” In fine condition, with a bit of light feathering to signature due to nature of material. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare oversized photo of the first to fly nonstop from Paris to New York








585. Charlie Duke. Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Duke saluting the American flag on the lunar surface, signed in silver ink, “Location, location, location. Charlie Duke, Apollo 16.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

584. Charlie Duke. Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Duke posing beside the Com-mand Module, signed in the lower border in black felt tip, “Outside the Apollo XVI Com-mand Module ‘Caspar,’ Charlie Duke, 10th Man on the Moon.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

586. Amelia Earhart. Airmail envelope, bearing a July 16, 1929, postmark, signed in the upper left corner in fountain pen, “Amelia Earhart.” Matted and framed with a portrait of Earhart to an overall size of 11.5 x 16.25. In very good to fine condition, with separations and small tears to edges, some light toning and creasing, and pencil remnants along top edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

589. Gemini 11. Launch date commemorative cover with a cachet honoring the Gemini 11 first orbit linkup, signed in blue ballpoint by Dick Gordon and in black ballpoint by Charles Conrad. In fine condi-tion. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

588. Steve Fossett. Color glossy 5 x 7 photo of Fossett’s Spirit of Freedom balloon in flight, signed in black felt tip. In very fine condition, with a descriptive cap-tion affixed to reverse. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

587. Ron Evans. Color 5 x 7 postcard photo of the Apollo 17 splash down, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To Derek, It was a great flight—wish you were there—Ron Evans, Apollo 17, 6/26/89.” A few bends and creases, and staple holes to the upper left, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

590. John Glenn. Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Glenn in his Mercury space suit, signed in black felt tip, “Best regards, John Glenn.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)








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591. Gemini 8. Color 10 x 8 NASA photo of the Gemini 8 primary and back-up crews, signed in blue felt tip, “Neil Armstrong”; black felt tip, “Dave Scott”; and black ballpoint, “Charles Conrad, Jr.”; and “Dick Gordon.” Creases to the left side and upper border, and some trivial foxing to the right border, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA…(MB $300)

595. John Glenn. Official Rawlings Major League baseball signed and inscribed in blue ink on a side panel, “To Logan—John Glenn.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

594. John Glenn. Color 8 x 10 NASA photo of the lift off of Glenn’s Mercury mission, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

593. John Glenn. Original 45 rpm record entitled ‘America’s First Man in Orbit,’ by Nelson Doubleday Inc., signed on the sleeve in blue felt tip. In fine condition. The record is included. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

592. John Glenn. FDC with a cachet honoring Glenn’s Mercury space flight, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Exceedingly rare uninscribed NASA portrait of the Gemini 8 crews: Armstrong, Scott, Conrad, and Gordon







600. Alexei Le-onov. Commem-orative cover with a cachet honoring Russian space flight, signed in black ballpoint. In fine condition, with a couple

trivial brushes to signature. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auc-tion COA.…(MB $100)

599 . Chr is Kraft. Three dif-ferent satin-finish 10 x 8 photos of Kraft in Mission Control, each signed in black felt tip. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

601. Jim Irwin. C o m m e m o r a t i v e cover with a cachet honoring the Apollo 15 lunar rover accom-plishments, signed in black felt tip by Irwin. In very fine condi-tion. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

598. Jim Irwin. Color 10 x 8 NASA photo of Irwin saluting the flag on the lunar surface, signed in black felt tip beneath a pre-printed sentiment. In fine condition, with a couple slight bends. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

597. Fred Haise. Color satin-finish 8 x 10 NASA ‘red-numbered’ photo of Haise during training, signed in black felt tip, “Best wishes, Fred Haise, Apollo 13 LMP.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

596. John Glenn. Original 1960s-era cardstock 8 x 10 photo of a young Glenn posing with a globe, a Mercury 7 pin on his lapel, signed in black felt tip, “Best regards—John Glenn.” In fine condition, with a couple edge and corner tip dings. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

602. Charles Lindbergh. Lindbergh’s Society of Experimental Test Pilots membership card, 3.75 x 2.25, appointing Lindbergh as an Honorary Fellow, signed at the bottom in black ink, “C. A. Lindbergh,” and also signed by the society’s president, legendary pilot Robert A. Hoover. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Lindbergh’s membership card as an Honorary

Fellow in The Society of Experimental Test Pilots








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603. Charles Lindbergh. DS, signed “C. A. Lindbergh,” one page both sides, 3.75 x 5, December 29, 1931. Lindbergh’s state of New Jersey driver’s license renewal application, filled and signed twice on the reverse by Lindbergh. Lindbergh has added his personal and physi-cal information in black ink, listing his occupation as “Aviation,” and identifies himself as self-employed as both lines mentioning “Employer” having been crossed out. Signed twice on the reverse by Lindbergh attesting that all the information provided is true. A light central verti-cal crease passing through a single letter of each signature, a couple trivial brushes to signatures, as well as written information, and mild handling wear, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a January 26, 1933 TLS to Mrs. Oakley Cooke, the Newark Studio Manager of Bamberger Broadcasting Service, which accompanied the applica-tion in the mail. Letter reads, in part: “Just to show you that we render prompt service, I am enclosing an old application card bearing two signatures of Colonel Lindbergh. Will you ask him not to deface this card, but to hold it so that if it is ever needed for the official records, I may be able to borrow it.” Also accompanied by the original mailing envelope for the letter. Just three months after renewing his license,

Lindbergh’s life would be turned upside down when his 20-month old son was kidnapped from their home in New Jersey.

Dubbed by many the ‘Crime of the Century,’ the Lindbergh kidnapping captured the attention of the entire nation, setting off a then-unprec-edented media frenzy. Bamberger’s department store of New Jersey founded the Bamberger Broadcasting Service in 1922, in an effort to sell more radios—their radio station, WOR, initially began broadcasting from the store itself. On the night of the Lindbergh kidnapping, March 1, 1932, WOR ‘scooped’ the story and was the first to break the news on the air. The station provided nonstop, continuous coverage of the story for the next few days, establishing connections with police for real-time updates. That Lindbergh’s license application was pulled from the archives by New Jersey’s Commissioner of Motor Vehicles and sent to Bamberger remains a mystery, but is further evidence of the media’s interest in the ongoing case. With a fantastic association between the pilot and the radio station that sought to save his son, this is an incredibly unique piece of American and broadcast history.Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

The famed aviator’s twice-signed 1931 driver’s license application acquired by WOR at the height of the kidnapping frenzy




606. Ken Matting-ly. Color glossy 10 x 8 ‘red-numbered’ NASA photo of Mattingly performing a space walk during the Apollo 16 mission, signed in silver ink, “Fun that’s out of this world—Come fly with us, Ken Mattingly.” In fine con-dition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

605. James Lovell. Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Lovell posing in his space suit, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

604. James Lovell. Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Lovell posing in his white space suit, signed in black felt tip, “Shoot for the Moon! James Lovell, Apollo 13.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

609. Mercury Astronauts . Color 10 x 8 NASA photo of the Mercury as-tronauts posing in front of an Air Force jet, signed in black felt tip by Scott Carpenter, Gordon Cooper, John Glenn, Wally

Schirra, and Deke Slayton, and in blue felt tip by Alan Shepard. In fine condition, with several paperclip impressions to left edge, a bit of light contrast to Cooper’s signature, and Slayton’s signature a shade lighter than the others. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

607. Mercury 7. Fantastic original vintage 1959 NASA newsletter detailing progress on the Mercury program, four pages, 8 x 10.5, vertically signed in ballpoint on the front page by all seven original Mercury astronauts, each next to his photo, and all signing with their less common ‘formal’ signatures: “Scott Carpenter,” “Leroy G. Cooper, Jr.,” “John H. Glenn, Jr.,” “Virgil I. Grissom,” “Walter M. Schirra,” “Alan B. Shepard, Jr.,” and “D. K. Slayton.” The content includes articles and photos on safety tests, water drops, re-entry for ground and water landing, and more. Some mild toning, mostly to bottom of page, and light to moderate contrast to the signatures, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

608. Ken Mattingly. Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Mat-tingly posing in his white space suit, signed in blue felt tip. In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

NASA newsletter from the month and year of the Mercury 7 selection







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612. Moonwalkers. Signed book: America’s Journey into Space: The Astronauts of the United States. This is a rare Printer’s Proof sent to author Anthony Cipriano before publication, an archetype representing the original pages which were hand numbered and hand corrected. NY: Wanderer Books, 1979. Softcover, 6.75 x 9.5, 193 pages. Signed inside next to their full-page sketches, originally done by renowned space artist William Joffe Numeroff, by all 12 moonwalkers: “Neil Armstrong,” “Buzz Aldrin,” “Charles Conrad Jr.,” “Alan Bean, Apollo 12, Skylab II,” “With regards, Alan Shepard,” “Ed Mitchell,” “To Tony, His Love From the Moon, Jim Irwin / Apollo 15,” “Dave Scott, Gemini VIII / Apollo 9 / Apollo 15,” “Charlie Duke, Apollo 16,” “To Tony, With Thanks & Best Regards, John Young,” “Gene Cernan” and “Jack Schmitt.”

Also signed throughout by 33 Mercury, Gemini, Apollo, Skylab, and Shuttle astronauts, some adding brief inscriptions to the author, Anthony Cipriano, and pertinent mission information. Signers are: Scott Carpenter, D. K. Slayton, Wally Schirra, James A. McDivitt, Frank Borman, James Lovell, Tom Stafford, Dick Gordon,Donn Eisele, Walt Cunningham, Bill Anders, Rusty Schweickart, Jack Swigert, Fred Haise, Mike Collins, Stu A. Roosa, Joe Engle, Al Worden , Ron Evans, Joseph P. Kerwin, Jack Lousma, Jerry Carr, Vance Brand, Karol J. Bobko, Jeff Hoffman, Gordon Fullerton, Joe Allen, Richard Truly, Bruce McCandless II, Dale Gardner, Donald L. Holmquest, and the Apollo/Soyuz Soviet cosmonauts A. Leonov and V. Kubasov. Book is also signed inside by Edward Teller, J. H. Doolittle, Max Faget (designed the original space-craft for Project Mercury, credited with contributing to the designs of every US human spacecraft from Mercury to the Space Shuttle), W. H. Pickering, NASA Administrators James E. Webb, T. O. Paine, and George M. Low, Robert R. Gilruth, Al Nagy (named the then “Mercury Mark II” program “Gemini”), W. J. Kapryan, Mel Savage,and twelve others.

In fine condition, with some pages loose and a duplicate of pages 41-42 as might be expected in a printer’s proof, and light show-through from a few signatures. Book is housed in a custom navy leather clamshell case with five raised bands on the spine and titles stamped in gilt. Imprinted on the front cover of the case is an illustration of a rocket launch using an actual 1 x 1.75 (visible) piece of Kapton foil to represent the flames. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

611. Edgar Mitchell. Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Mitchell with the flag on the lunar surface, signed in blue felt tip, “In the Fra Mauro Highlands of the moon with Apollo 14, Edgar Mitchell, Apollo 14 LMP 2/5/71.” In very fine con-dition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

610. Edgar Mitchell. Color satin-finish 10 x 8 NASA photo of Mitchell on the lunar surface, signed in blue felt tip, “Carrying the penetrometer during the first Apollo 14 EVA, Edgar Mitchell, LMP, Feb. 5, 1971.” In fine condition, with light edge and corner tip dings. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Printer’s proof of America’s Journey into Space, signed by 45 astronauts and cosmonauts, including all 12 moonwalkers
















618. Wally Schirra. Glossy 10 x 8 NASA photo of Schirra, Eisele, and Cunningham in the doorway of the recovery helicopter, signed in blue felt tip, “Welcome aboard Essex from Helo, Apollo 7, Wally Schirra, CDR, 10/22/68.” In fine condition. Pre-certified

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

617. Wally Schirra. Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Schirra posing in front of a Mercury capsule model, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condi-tion. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

616. Wally Schirra. Color satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of a rocket launch, signed in the lower border in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a slightly rough top edge. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

615. Sally Ride. Color 8 x 10 NASA photo, signed in black felt tip, “Sally K. Ride.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

613. Moonwalkers. Ten color photos, various finishes, 8 x 10 and 10 x 8, each signed by the moonwalker pictured, with many adding the name of their mission. Signers are: Gene Cernan, Harrison Schmitt, John Young, Charlie Duke, Dave Scott, Jim Irwin, Edgar Mitchell, Alan Shepard (ins), Alan Bean, and Charles Conrad. In overall fine condition, with slight haloing to the Conrad and Schmitt signatures. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

619. Wally Schirra. Glossy 10 x 8 NASA photo of Schirra in the control room, signed in blue felt tip, “Wally Schirra, In Mercury Control for MA-9 Mission.” In fine condition, with a trivial corner tip crease. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)







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623. Rusty Schweickart. Satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Schweickart holding a model, signed in blue felt tip, “Rusty Schweickart, Apollo 9 Press Conf, 1969.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

622. Rusty Schweickart. Satin-finish 8 x 10 photo of Schweickart in a flight suit during training, signed in blue felt tip, “Rusty Schweickart, 1964.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

621. Rusty Sch-weickart. Color satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Schweickart during his spacewalk, signed in the lower border in black felt tip, “Rusty Schweickart, Apollo 9 EVA.” In very fine condi-tion. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

620. Harri-son Schmitt. Signed book: Return to the Moon. First edi-tion. NY: Coper-nicus Books, 2006. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6.5 x 9.5, 335 pages. Signed on the title page in black ink, “Harrison Schmitt, Apollo 17.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

626. Alan Shepard. Gold ink signature, “Alan Shepard,” on a black 4 x 1.75 card. Matted with a photo of Shepard on the moon to an overall size of 14 x 15. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

625. Elliot See. Astronaut (1927–1966), the would-be commander of Gemini 9 who perished in a plane crash be-fore the historic voyage. Color vintage 8 x 10 NASA photo of See in a suit and tie, signed in black ink, “Best regards—Elliot See.” In fine condition, with a few scattered light surface impressions. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

624. Dave Scott. Glossy 10 x 8 NASA photo of Scott hav-ing a drink while preparing for the Apollo 15 mission, signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a few small edge creases. Pre-certified Steve Za-relli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)










633. Guenter Wendt and Edgar Mitchell. Color glossy 10 x 8 photo of Wendt with the Apollo 14 astronauts, signed in blue felt tip, “Guenter Wendt, Padleader” and “Edgar Mitchell, Apollo 14 LMP.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

632. STS-84. Color glossy 20 x 16 composite photo of the mission, signed in black felt tip by Charlie Precourt, Eileen Collins, Jean-Francois Clervoy, Carlos Noriega, Ed-ward Lu, Yelena Kondakova, C. Michael Foale, and Jerry Linenger. A flown mission patch is affixed to the top of the photo, carried on the Atlantis from May 15–24, 1997. Photo is also inscribed in gold ink in an unknown hand, “To Glenda Jackson, Thanks for taking such great care of us!” Photo is affixed to an identical size board, with a small caption af-fixed to the bottom border. In fine condition, with some scattered light surface marks and dings. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

631. STS Missions. Collection of 18 color shuttle crew photos, various finishes, 8 x 10 and 10 x 8, with eight photos signed by the complete crew, and 10 signed by various crew members. Complete crews are: STS-132, 134, 110, 115, 48, 90, 119, and 130. Partial crew photos are: STS-100 (signed by five), 111 (signed by three), 112 (signed by five), 61-A (signed by six), 80 (signed by four), 81 (signed by four), 98 (signed by three), 59 (signed by five), 76 (signed by three), and 87 (signed by three). In fine overall condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

630. Deke Slayton. Personal check, 6 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Slayton, “Donald K. Slayton,” payable to Consumer Reports for $24.00, August 22, 1984. In fine condition, with a staple hole to top left corner and a bank stamp to body, not affecting signature. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

629. Igor Sikorsky. Commemorative cover, 9.5 x 4, with a cachet honoring the April 14, 1936, altitude record, signed under the cachet in fountain pen, “I. Sikorsky,” and also signed by the pilot. In fine con-dition, with light pencil remnants to lower right and scattered toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

6 2 8 . A l a n Shepard. Signed book: Moon Shot. First edition, later printing. Atlanta: Turner Publishing, 1994. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6.25 x 9.5, 383 pages. Signed in black felt tip on a bookplate affixed to the first free end page, “A. Shepard.” In fine con-dition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

634. Guenter Wendt. Glossy 8 x 10 photo of the Mercury-Redstone 4 launch, signed in black felt tip, “‘Liftoff’ of MR-4, Guenter F. Wendt, Padleader, 1961.” In fine condition, with slight corner tip creases. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)









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640. Al Wor-den. Colo r satin-finish 10 x 8 composite photo of Wor-den and various aspects of the Apollo 15 mis-sion, signed in black felt tip, “Al Worden, Apollo 15.” In fine con-

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

637. Al Worden. Collection of 10 iden-tical FDCs, 9.5 x 4, with cachets honor-ing RCA’s contribu-tion to the Apollo pro-gram, each signed in black ballpoint, “Al Worden, Apollo 15.” In fine condition, with some mild rippling. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

639. Edward H. White II. Astronaut (1930–1967) who was the first American to walk in space and who died in the flash fire that killed the entire Apollo 1 crew. Color vintage 8 x 10 NASA photo of White in a jacket and tie, signed in black ink, “Edward H. White II.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

636. Guenter Wendt. Glossy 8 x 10 photo of a Mercury launchpad, signed in black felt tip, “Mercury Atlas-Prep. for Liftoff, Guenter F. Wendt, Padleader.” In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Zarelli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

6 3 5 . G u e n t e r Wendt. Satin-finish 10 x 8 photo of Wendt with Ham the chimpan-zee, signed in black felt tip, “‘Ham,’ America’s first chimp in space, Guenter F. Wendt, Padleader, 1960.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Za-relli and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

638. Orville Wright. Winters National Bank & Trust Co. bank check, 8.5 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Wright, “Orville Wright,” payable to Carrie Grumbach for $33.15, March 9, 1937. A central vertical fold, some creasing to the left side, and expected cancellation holes, stamps, and bank notations, otherwise fine condition. Grumbach was Wright’s housekeeper. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)








641. Orville Wright. Pilot’s license, two pages, 4.75 x 4 opened, 1930. A Federation Aeronatique Internationale United States Annual Sporting License, #77, issued to Miss Jean LaRene of Kansas City, Missouri, signed in black ink under the pilot’s personal information “Orville Wright,” as Chairman of the National Aeronautic Associa-tion Contest Committee. License also includes a small snapshot of LaRene and official information, as well as LaRene’s signature. An embossed seal lightly affecting Wright’s signature, and scattered light toning and soiling, a bit heavier to the portrait page from adhesive, otherwise fine condition.

As the first national aviation group in America, the N. A. A. brought together pioneers of the industry. Serving as Chairman of the Con-test Committee, Orville Wright signed this Sporting License issued to Jean LaRene in 1930. A charter member of The Ninety-Nines, an organization of licensed women pilots led by their president, Amelia Earhart, LaRene was the seventh woman to receive a transport pilot certificate. She made a name for herself in races and endurance events, and went on to open the Lou Foote Flying Service (a transportation company and flying school) with her husband and fellow aviator Lou Foote. An excellent souvenir from the golden age of flight. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

642. Orville Wright. TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, March 18, 1923. Letter to B. Russell Shaw of the National Aeronautic Association. In part: “I am sending enclosed the observers’ record. Mr. George B. Smith was also present at the start of this flight as an observer, but left the field before the landing, and so it was by the merest chance that any of us were present at the landing, as we mistook another plane, which appeared to land in the city, for the Douglas Torpedo.” Penciled note at bottom in unknown hand reads, “not included in report to F.A.I.” French Aeronautique Internationale was the world governing body on flight records.

Letter is still stapled into its original legal folder, which is labeled “Request for Homologation of World Record National Aeronautic Association U.S.A. Altitude With Useful Load of 1000 Kilograms Lt. Rutledge Irvine Dayton, Ohio April 17, 1923.” Thirteen other related pages are stapled into the folder as well, including a typed Statement from Official Observers Orville Wright and his brother Lorin Wright, in English and French. Also included are a TLS, signed “George K. Burgess,” Director, Bureau of Standards, Department of Commerce, June 2, 1923, to B. Russell Shaw of the competition committee, enclosing the report; carbon TLS from Shaw to the F. A. I. Secretary General, June 6, 1923, submitting the four-page report and a weight certification of the load, each in English and French. In fine condition, with expected wear and some light creasing and toning.

Nearby McCook Field in Dayton, Ohio, Orville Wright observed as Navy Lieutenant Rutledge Irvine set a new world record on April 17, 1923 when he ascended to a height of 11,609 feet with a load of 2,405 pounds. While the altitude weight carrying record was not quite the spectacle of many other records in aviation, it was of great importance in connection to the development of the torpedo planes for service requirements. Superior maneuverability under full load conditions was of the utmost importance to military pilots, making this record incredibly significant. A wonderful collection of observers’ statements submitted to the NAA, including the articulate and crisply signed account by Orville Wright. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Wright describes his chance witness of a world record-setting altitude flight: “we mistook another plane, which appeared

to land in the city, for the Douglas Torpedo”

Outstanding Sporting License for one of aviation’s female pioneers, issued by N. A. A. Chairman Orville Wright



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643. Wilbur and Orville Wright. Breathtaking vintage matte-finish 14.5 x 11 photo of the Wright brothers’ airplane soaring above two ox carts in Pau, France, signed and inscribed in the lower left in black ink, “To Paul Tissandier, our friend & companion, Pau, 15 March, 1909, Wilbur Wright,” and “Orville Wright.” Affixed to a 20 x 16 mount. Light scat-tered surface marks and Orville’s signature a couple shades light, otherwise fine condition.

In order to secure a contract for their Flyer with a private French syndicate, the Wrights had to complete several public demonstration flights to prove that their plane could fly a distance of at least 50 kilometers with a passenger. After a captivating series of 1908 flights in Le Mans, far surpassing the requirements of the French contract, Wilbur was joined by Orville, who had been giving similar demonstrations in the US. The two traveled to Pau, in the south of France, to train three selected French pilots before transferring the airplane to the French company. This outstanding photo of their plane in flight above the French countryside is inscribed to Paul Tissandier, one of the three pilots. A beautiful and historically significant photo signed by both Wright brothers at the peak of their fame. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

Stunning image of the brothers’ flight over the fields of Pau, inscribed to one of the first Wright-trained pilots in 1909



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647. Berenice Abbott. Re-nowned American photographer (1898–1991) best known for her memorable images of Depression-era New York City. Postcard of Ab-bott’s work entitled ‘Pennsylvania Station’ taken in 1936, 4.25 x 6, signed in the lower border in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with some light rubbing to image side. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

648. Ansel Adams. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, January 7, 1958. Letter to Nick Dean. In part: “The large prints leave today…The Half Dome is also for the lab. It has a slight scratch, which makes me mad, but it will not show under glass, or at a distance. Please tell ev-eryone to be very careful with these prints.” Punch holes to left edge, a few wrinkles, and a uniform shade of mild toning,

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

“The Half Dome is also for the lab. It has a slight scratch,

which makes me mad”

649. Ansel Adams. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, personal letterhead, September 24, 1975. Letter to an admirer. In part: “It is good to hear more about your interest in photography. It is not an easy profession or craft, but I hope you will persevere.” In fine con-dition, with subtle toning to borders and some red ink at the start of the signature, from a failed first attempt. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“It is not an easy profession or craft”

650. Ansel Adams. Uncommon glossy 8 x 10 portrait of Adams in a suit and tie, signed in black felt tip, “Ansel Adams, Carmel.” In fine condition, with scattered surface marks and creases. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

651. Ansel Adams. Grim postcard of Adams’s photograph entitled ‘Dev-astated Area, Mount Lassen National

Park, California,’ 4.25 x 6, signed on the reverse in black felt tip by Adams. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

652. Authors and Illustrators. Collection of over 100 items, including signatures, book pages, FDCs, letters, and photos signed by authors and illustrators from all fields. Signers include: William Howard Taft, Dale Carnegie, James Whitcomb Riley, John Glenn, Al Hirschfeld, Norman Mailer, Fitz-Greene Halleck, Jimmy Carter, J. Edgar Hoover, Lady Bird Johnson, John Knowles, Sidney Poitier, Siegfried Sassoon. In overall fine condition, with various folds, toning, and creases. A more comprehensive list is available online at rrauc-tion.com. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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655. Frederic-Auguste Bar-tholdi. Eminent French sculp-tor (1834–1904) best known for designing the Statue of Liberty. Vintage 2.25 x 3.5 carte-de-visite photo, removed from its original mount and affixed to a 2.75 x 4.25 mount, signed along the bottom of the image in black ink, “Bartholdi.” In fine condition, with a few slight creases and some scattered light toning from adhesive on reverse. RR Auction COA…(MB $200)

654. Cesar Bal-daccini. Noted French sculptor ( 1 9 2 1 – 1 9 9 8 ) . Bal lpo in t s ig-nature, “Amitie, Cesar,” on an off-white 8 x 5 card with a photo of one of his works

affixed to the left side. In fine condition, with scattered creasing to photo. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

653. 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, two pages, 4.5 x 7, no date. Letter to Robert de Montesquiou. In part (translated): “Madame [Ida] Rubinstein has alerted me that you had attempted to write me two letters…but these letters never reached me, because I have not set foot in my studio, having obtained another on Rue Falguiere!…I asked Reynaldo Hahn where you were…He told me you were in the country and that you’d be returning in the autumn.” Pages affixed to each other with tape to the left border. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, overall creasing and wrinkling, and a few trivial spots of foxing. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

656. Albert Bierstadt. German-American painter (1830–1902) best known for his large landscapes of the American West during the 19th century. Ink signature, “Boston, Sept. 28th 1869, Albert Bierstadt,” on an off-white 4.75 x 2.75 lightly-lined slip. In very good condition, with a central vertical fold, light creasing and toning, mounting remnants on the reverse lightly affecting the signature, and the signature a few shades light, but completely legible. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

657. William Peter Blatty. Signed book: The Exorcist. First edition. NY: Harper and Row, 1971. Hardcover, 5.75 x 8.5, 340 pages. Signed on the title page in blue ballpoint. In fine condition, with a few bumps to covers and edges. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from James Spence. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

658. Margaret Bourke-White. B o u r k e - W h i t e Studio business check, 8.5 x 3, filled out in type and signed by Bourke-White, “Margaret Bourke-White,” payable to Joseph Penker for $200, April 26, 1935. A central vertical fold, expected central cancellation holes and cuts, and slight irregular adhesion and a brush to the signature, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Letter mentioning Ida Rubinstein from the famed Ballets Russes designer

art & literature









660. Enid Blyton. ALS on a 6 x 3.75 color postcard, no date but postmarked February 1, 1955. Blyton responds to a young admirer. In full: “Thank you, Christine, for your beautifully written letter, and all your interesting news. What a bookworm you are! I am so glad you like the picture from ‘Story of My Life.’ There are a great many, aren’t there! I will be sure to write you plenty more books.” Blyton has added a brief notation beneath the color image on the reverse: “Good luck from Enid Blyton and from the Six Cousins!” In fine condition, with a few creases, spots of soiling, and bleeding of a few letters, apparently

from past exposure to moisture. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

659. Enid Blyton. English children’s writer also known as Mary Pollock (1897–1968). ALS signed vertically in the left border, “Enid Blyton,” one page both sides, 5.25 x 7, personal letterhead, November 14, 1956. Let-ter to Doreen Evans. In part: “You are well within the bounds of copyright concerning your children’s Noddy Party—the publishers merely stipulate that the characters shall be dressed as nearly as possible like those in the books, but naturally that is always done at a Noddy Party.” In fine condition, with a few light creases. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, filled out in Blyton’s hand.RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

661. Ray Bradbury. Very rare mimeographed and hand-stapled Fu-turia Fantasia ‘magazine,’ Volume 1, No. 4., 8.5 x 11, 18 pages, signed and inscribed on the front cover in black ballpoint, “David!, Ray Bradbury 2/5/88.” Dampstaining to bottom and light toning to inside pages, otherwise fine condition.

Shortly after graduating high school in 1938, aspiring writer Ray Bradbury joined the now legendary Clifton’s Cafeteria-hosted LA Science Fantasy Society with fellow sci-fi enthusiasts Forrest Ackerman and Robert Heinlein. With Ackerman’s help, Bradbury put together Futuria Fantasia, publish-ing his own writing along with stories from Heinlein and illustrations from Hannes Bok. After releasing only four issues in editions of 100 copies each, the team called it quits, and Bradbury focused on writing for various pulp magazines. Until the 2007 facsimile reproduction was released, Futuria Fantasia was near impossible to find in any form. This edition, one of the original 100 copies released in 1940, is a true treasure from the golden years of Science Fiction: an outstanding and incredibly rare piece from the earliest stage of Bradbury’s career. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Exceptionally scarce copy of 1940’s Futuria Fantasia, in which Bradbury gave

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662. Ray Brad-bury. Signed book: Green Shadows, White Whale. First edition. NY: Alfred A. Knopf, 1992. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6 x 8.75, 271 pages. Signed on the first free end page in

black felt tip. A small tear to bottom edge of the dust jacket and a ding to the lower left, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

668. Thomas Car-lyle. AQS on a light blue 4.75 x 4.75 sheet. Car-lyle writes “Sunt lachry-mae rerum,” translating to “There are things for tears,” signed at the conclusion “T. Carlyle 19 Decr, 1859.” Sheet is affixed to a slightly larger off-white board. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, and some scattered toning and foxing. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

667. Alexander Calder. Blank greeting card featuring Calder’s 1955 ‘Sheep’ work on the front, signed on the front in blue ballpoint, “AC.” In fine condition, with a bit of trivial corner tip soiling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

666. Alexander Calder. ALS, one page, 8 x 9, postmarked July 4, 1974. Letter to a New York doctor. In full: “We will be in N. Y. C. in Oc-tober, c/o Klaus Perls Galleries, 1016 Madison Ave, and if you could call me c/o Perls, we could get together with Klaus and discuss the matter.” Ac-companied by the original mailing envelope, filled out in Calder’s hand including his signature, “Calder,” in the return address area, which has been clipped from the reverse of the envelope. The three pieces have been matted and framed to an overall size of 13 x 18.5. In very good condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, the vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, scattered creases, and dampstaining to the upper right. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

665. Frances Hodgson Burnett. British author (1849–1924) of such children’s classics as The Secret Garden, Little Lord Fauntleroy, and A Little Princess. ALS, one page, 5 x 6.25, no date. Invitation to a friend. In full: “Do come to tea next Saturday after noon if you are not doing anything else.” Slight separation to right edge of central horizontal fold, and light toning to borders, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

664. Ned Buntline. American publisher, journalist, writer and publicist (1813-1886) best known for his dime novels and the Colt Buntline Special he commissioned from Colt’s Manufacturing Com-pany. AQS, signed “E. Z. C. Jud-son, ‘Ned Buntline,’” on a 5 x 4.75 off-white sheet. Buntline writes, in

full: “Grow up my boy loving your country & you will be an honor to all who love you.” In very good condition, with scattered toning and a trimmed bottom edge. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

663. Ray Bradbury. Five books, four softcov-er and one hardcover, each signed on an open-ing page, with Bradbury adding a brief inscription to three of the books. Titles are: Farenheit 451, On Stage, Vintage Bradbury, A Sound of Thunder, and Dinosaur Tales. In fine overall condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)










671. Marc Chagall. Color 9.75 x 13 program photo of Chagall in front of a work of art, signed in blue artist’s pencil. In fine condition, with lightly trimmed edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

670. Marc Chagall. Lovely color 12.5 x 9.5 print entitled ‘Over Vitebsk,’ signed in the lower border in blue artist’s pencil. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

669. Julia A. Carney. American educator and poet (1823–1908) best known for her poem ‘Little Things,’ and her Universalist writings. ANS, one page, 3.75 x 2.25, Galesburg, Illinois, April 11, 1892. In full: “Many thanks for your appreciation of my little poem.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

672. Marc Chagall. Attractive FDC with a cachet honoring Chagall’s stained glass memorial to Dag Hammarskjold, signed at the bottom in blue ballpoint. A small tape-repaired tear to the bottom (slightly affecting the signature) and mounting remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condi-tion. Accompanied by an unsigned glossy photo of Chagall. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

673. Marc Chagall. Typed manuscript en-titled ‘Circus People,’ one page, 7.25 x 10.5, dated 1967. Manuscript reads, in part: “I have al-ways thought of clowns, acrobats and actors as tragically human beings who, for me, are like characters in certain religious paintings. Even today, when I paint a crucifixion or some other religious scene, I experience almost the same emotions I used to feel painting circus people.” Signed at the conclusion in black artist’s pencil by Chagall. In fine condition, with a few scattered light creases. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

6 7 4 . M a r c Chagall. Ernest Bloch: Baal Shem & Sonata No. 1 album signed ver-tically in the right border in black artist’s crayon by Chagall. In fine condition, with slight foxing and toning to the top. The record is in-cluded. RR Auc-tion COA.…(MB $100)

“I have always thought of clowns, acrobats and actors as

tragically human beings”







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678. Noel Coward. Vintage matte-finish 5 x 7 photo of a seated Cow-ard holding a cigarette, signed and inscribed in the lower border in blue ballpoint “For Ian Hodg-kins, with all my best wishes, Noel Coward.” In fine condition, with a few light surface marks and a hint of trivial silver-ing. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

679. Samuel L. Clemens. Vintage 4.5 x 6.5 photo of Clemens in a wooden chair, affixed to a 5 x 7 mount, in turn affixed to a slightly larger card, signed and inscribed in black ink “Truly yours, Mark Twain, For Elizabeth, April 1909.” In very good condition, with scattered creases and surface impressions, signature and inscription a shade or two light, and mild-to-moderate fading to image. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

677. Arthur C. Clarke. Souve-nir typescript, one page, 8.5 x 11, signed in black ink. The open-ing passages of 2001: A Space Odyssey, begin-ning with “The d r o u g h t h a d lasted now for ten million years, and the reign of the terrible lizards had long since ended.” Scat-tered creases to edges and cor-ner tips, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

676. Giorgio de Chirico. Color post-card of Chirico’s 1917 work entitled ‘The Great Metaphysician,’ 4.5 x 6, signed vertically in the left border in black felt tip. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

675. Marc Chagall. Color postcard of Chagall’s work entitled ‘La Lutte de Jacob et de l’Ange,’ 4 x 6, signed in the lower border in blue ballpoint. In fine condition, with a crease to the upper left. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Clemens portrait from the twilight of his life







680. Samuel L. Clemens. Ornate partly-printed DS, signed “S. L. Clem-ens,” one page both sides, 10.75 x 7, January 16, 1884. Stock certificate for 22 shares of The Clearfield Bituminous Coal Company issued to Clemens. Signed at the bottom by President C. L. Langdon, and signed on the reverse by Clemens, transferring the stock to William D. Kelly. Several vertical folds, some mild light toning, and the receipt affixed to left edge, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by two thick ledgers of issued stock certificates.

Clemens was one of a number of ‘newly moneyed’ men urged to invest in the company by William K. Vanderbilt and Cornelius Vanderbilt II. The brothers hoped that the coal would wind up in the locomotives of their Beech Creek Railroad, which stretched from the Jersey Shore into the heart of Pennsylvania coal country. Certainly helping to convince Clemens of the investment was his relationship with the company’s president, his brother-in-law, C. L. Langdon. Kelly, the man Clemens transferred this stock to, was Langdon’s longtime business associate. A couple years later, Clemens’s investments would fail, necessitating a series of lecture tours in order to meet his expenses. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Twain invests in coal at the behest of the Vanderbilts



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685. Salva-dor Dali. Color postcard of Dali’s 1941 work entitled ‘Honey Is Sweeter than Blood,’ 6 x 4, signed in purple felt tip, “Dali.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

684. Salvador Dali. Original signed and inscribed felt tip sketch of a small crown on an off-white 8 x 6 sheet, with Dali adding a couple of lines in French, and signing at the bottom, “Dali 1974.” In very good condition, with a uniform shade of mild toning from previous display, scattered creases, and heavier toning to top corners. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

683. Salvador Dali. The Spanish Lady and the Roman Cavalier album signed on the reverse in black felt tip by Dali. In fine condition, with light wear to cover and edges. The record is included. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

681. Salvador Dali. Color limited edition 29 x 22.5 lithograph entitled ‘The Persistence of Memory,’ numbered 27/75 HC, and signed in pencil. Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 38 x 31.5. In fine condition. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

682. Noel Coward. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Coward in formal attire, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “For Paul, Noel Coward.” In very good to fine condition, with scat-tered surface creases and cracks to the emul-sion, scattered surface spotting, and a spot of surface loss to the left border. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auc-tion COA.…(MB $200)

Very limited edition publisher’s proof of

‘The Persistence of Memory’








686. P ierre P u v i s d e Chavannes . French painter ( 1 8 2 4 – 1 8 9 8 ) who became the president and co-founder of the Société Nationale des Beaux-Arts. ALS in French, signed “P. Puvis de Chavannes,” one page both sides, 4.25 x 7, Janu-ary 16, [1880]. Untranslated letter to a friend. In very good condition, with scattered light toning and foxing, several pencil notations, and conclusion of text and signature a shade or two light due to decreased ink flow. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

687. Willem de Kooning. Color postcard of de Kooning’s work en-titled ‘Queen of Hearts,’ 4 x 5.75, signed in blue felt tip, “de Kooning.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

688. Richard Dehmel. Ger-man poet and wri ter (1863–1920). Untrans-lated ALS in Ger-man, signed “R. Dehmel , ” one page, 5.5 x 3.75, no date, but post-marked February 23, 1905. Letter to Dr. Friedrich Braun. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

689. Paul Delvaux. Two color postcards of Delvaux’s nudes entitled ‘Le Voix Publique’ and ‘L’age de Fer,’ both 6 x 4, each signed on the reverse in black ballpoint, “P. Delvaux.” In overall fine condition, with trivial corner tip dings. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

690. Charles Dickens. Ink signature, “Dear Sir, faithfully yours, Charles Dickens,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 slip. An unknown hand has added “I am” at the top, and “The Reverend W. B. Sprague” at the bottom. Nicely matted and framed with an enormous engraved portrait of Dickens to an overall size of 23 x 32. In very good condition, with a central vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, and moderate scattered foxing and soiling. The Reverend William Buell Sprague (1795-1876) was a well-known 19th century autograph collector who at one time had amassed the largest private collection in the world. He was credited in 1833 with being the first to assemble a complete set of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce Dickens signature framed with an enormous portrait










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691. Charles Dickens. ALS, one page, 4 x 5, Office of All the Year Round letterhead, June 21, 1869. Letter to novelist and journalist Eliza Lynn Linton. In full: “I had not the least intention of returning you the enclosed paper, and had ordered it—in sight of our long as-sociation—to be placed to your credit in the business account. That order I shall certainly not cancel (except under compulsion) but you are perfectly free to publish the paper nevertheless.” Letter is affixed by its integral second page to the second free end page of Volume I of the Victoria Edition of The Post-humous Papers of the Pickwick Club, with both volumes present. Autographic condition is fine, with a few pencil notations along top edge and some slight mirroring of ink near top. Book condition is available online. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

692. Charles L. Dodgson. Remarkable ALS signed “C. L. Dodgson” at the conclusion and “Lewis Carroll” within the text, one page on black-bordered stationery, 4 x 6, Christ Church, Oxford, November 5, 1884. Letter to “Mr. Bowles.” In full: “I hope you may think the enclosed worth noticing—not for the sake of the sale of it (it is sure to be a loss) but because of the importance of the subject, at this most critical time. If you do, please make no allusion to ‘Lewis Carroll!’” Light soiling to the top, a slight crease to the right border, and a pencil office notation to the upper left, otherwise fine condition.

Having retired from lecturing at Christ Church, Oxford in 1881, Dodgson shifted his focus onto his philosophical and political interests. The enclosed item mentioned in this letter was most likely a copy of his recently com-pleted booklet titled The Principles of Parliamentary Representation, the preface to which he wrote the same day. As Britain’s political landscape continued to change, shifting throughout the 19th century from a small ruling elite in Parliament to a more democratic and representative base, Dodgson presented this booklet as a unified approach to the electoral reform issues which were being discussed at the time. Though commercially unsuccessful (as anticipated by Dodgson, noting, “it is sure to be a loss”) it contributed valuable ideas to the political scene. Explicitly requesting that Bowles keep his intellectual identity separate from his identity as the

famed Alice author, this extraordinary piece holds both his given name and pen-name, making it one of the finest we have seen! Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Dickens writes to fellow author, and feminist critic, Eliza Lynn Linton

“Please make no allusion to ‘Lewis Carroll’!” requests

Dodgson, keeping his role as political writer separate from his

persona as the adored Alice author





693. Charles L. Dodgson. Beloved British author of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, better known by his pen name, Lewis Carroll (1832–1898). ANS signed “C. L. Dodgson,” one page, 6 x 4, no date, with “Monday,” written by Dodgson in the lower left corner. Brief note to W. Warner. In full: “What theatre is Lizzie Coote acting at?” On the reverse, Dodgson has addressed the note “W. Warner, Esq.” Several diagonal and vertical folds from folding for transmittal, scattered toning, and a brush to “Monday,” otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

694. Otto Dix. Vintage ink signature, “Otto Dix,” on an off-white 7 x 4 sheet of Dix’s personal stationery. A vertical fold through a single letter of signature, light block of tape toning above signature, and some slight feathering to ink, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

695. Gustave Dore. Painter and book illustrator (1832–1883). He first made his mark by his illustrations to books by Rabelais and Balzac. These were fol-lowed by illustrated editions of Dante, the Bible, Milton,

and other works. ALS in French, signed “G. Dore,” one page, 3.75 x 2.5, no date. Brief untranslated letter to a friend. Two horizontal folds, scattered light toning and soiling, and a mounting remnant along reverse left edge, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

696. Alexander Dumas, pere. Handwritten manuscript in French entitled ‘Le Brigandage,’ 8.5 x 11, five pages, written in Dumas’s hand and signed at the conclusion, “Alex. Dumas.” Manuscript begins (translated): “The one thing which amazes us more than anything else is that the Bourbon news-papers insist on regarding brigandage as a justifiable manifestation of their political views.” The manuscript goes on to mention the War in the Vendee; it is most likely related to Dumas’s novel Les Louves de Machecoul, which deals with the Vendee uprising. Central vertical and horizontal folds, light scattered creases, and small edge chips and tears, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a full translation. An exceedingly scarce and desirable work by the acclaimed French author. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

697. Lord Dunsany. ALS signed “Dunsany,” one page both sides, 4.5 x 7, Dunsany Castle letterhead, January 22, 1935. Letter to Miss Franklin. In part: “I have left all business connected with quotations from my books running to anything more than two or three lines, with all the complicated matters of publisher’s rights in them, in the hands of W. Sydney Sanders…I am sure that he will give you permis-sion to do what you want.” In fine condition, with a bit of light toning and missing lower right corner tip. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Alice in Wonderland’s creator follows an actress to the theatre

Possibly unpublished Dumas manuscript, likely related to Les Louves de Machecoul







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701. William Faulkner. TLS in French, signed “Faulkner,” one onion-skin page, 8.5 x 11, April 20, [early 1950s]. In a scarce letter, Faulkner crosses between French and English while writing Parisian writer and editor Monique Lange to arrange a clandestine rendezvous with Else Jonsson. In part (translated): “I received a letter from Else. She is able to come to Paris. Since Faulkner will be a little bit official, discretion is called for. Would it be possible to find a place for the two of us for a week, from 20th May, a small discrete hotel, unknown, for us two, or perhaps a room for Else and one for me in the same house [and] a room for the official F. in some other house? If you and Jean-Jacques will do this kindness for your father-in-law, you will be blessed.” In very good condition, with several intersecting horizontal and vertical folds with a vertical fold crossing his signature, a tear along the horizontal fold on the right side, wrinkles, and a few words crossed out with the mark mirrored at the bottom of the page.

Despite a 33-year marriage to Estelle Oldham, Faulkner is known to have had several extramarital affairs, among them Jonsson, widow of a Swedish reporter who had once interviewed the author. Faulkner had met Else Jonsson in Stockholm in 1950 when he received his Nobel Prize and conducted an affair with her until 1953. The clandestine rendezvous put into action here likely dates to 1952, as Faulkner is known to have journeyed France in May and was joined by Jonsson, who was there to participate in an international writers’ congress. The need for “a small discrete hotel” turned out to be less important than he imagined, as pain from an existing back injury led to his hospitalization.

Undaunted and still in intense pain Faulkner, soon made plans to travel to Oslo where he and Else were reunited. A straightforward and blunt request from the author to indulge his libido with his paramour. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

700. Erte. Color post-card of one of Erte’s works, 5 x 7, signed on the reverse in black felt tip, “Erte.” Also bears a pre-printed signature on the front, and an extremely faint signature attempt to the upper right, which failed due to irregular adhesion. In fine condition, with light creases to corner tips. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

699. Erro. Postmodern Icelandic artist (b. 1932). ANS signed “Erro Vila,” on a 5.75 x 4 photo postcard of Tokyo, Japan, no date, but postmarked 1979. Brief note to a man in London. In full: “Love from Japan trip through Korea and Philippines. Have exhaustion here.” In fine condition, with some light surface marks to image side. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

698. Jacob Epstein. American-born Jewish sculptor (1880–1959) who worked primarily in Great Britain and whose nude public sculptures stirred controversy. ALS, one page, 7 x 9, personal let-terhead, July 29, 1935. In full: “Would you come in to-morrow between 4 & 5 o’clock & we could talk over the matter of the bust of yourself.” In very good con-dition, with a few creases, intersecting central horizontal and vertical folds with the vertical fold passing through the first letter of his name, scattered spots of ton-ing, brushing to a couple of words, a printed biography affixed to the bottom of the page and show-through from a similar item affixed to the reverse. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

Faulkner requests a “small discrete hotel, unknown,” for a Parisian rendezvous







702. F. Scott Fitzgerald. Vintage ink signature, “Yrs. in Xt., F. Scott Fitzgerald,” on an off-white 4 x 3.25 slip affixed to a 6.75 x 3.75 album page. In very good condition, with scattered toning and soiling, some slight rippling due to adhesive, and a couple spots of adhesive remnants to surface. The sentiment, short for “Yours in Christ,” is unusual coming from the typically-secular Fitzgerald—however, it was a closing often used by H. L. Mencken and others in a mocking fashion. Nevertheless, Fitzgerald was the first author of Catholic descent to achieve canonical success in America, making this an interesting associative piece. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

703. Charles Fazzi-no. American pop artist known for his 3D style. Original signed black and yellow felt tip sketch of a skyscraper on a yellow 5.75 x 4 card. Matted to an overall size of 9 x 7. In fine condition. RRAuc-tion COA.…(MB $200)

704. Jean-Michel Folon. Two color postcards of Folon’s works entitled ‘Dazzled’ and ‘To Jaques Prevert,’ 5.75 x 4 and 4 x 5.75, each signed on the reverse in red pencil. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

705. William Harnden Fos-ter. American artist (1886–1941) known for his paintings of railroads and early automobiles. Color 9 x 11.5 book photo of Foster’s paint-ing of a 1910 Oldsmobile racing against a locomotive, signed and inscribed in black ink, “To J. W. Baer, from William Harnden Fos-ter, July 13, 1914.” In very good condition, with moderate scattered creases (heavier to the lower right), and a couple small tears to borders. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

706. Max Frisch. Swiss playwright and novelist (1911–1991). Untrans-lated TLS in German, one page, 8.25 x 11.5, personal letterhead, May 23, 1977. Letter to Gerard Leman, on the present status of his literary career. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

707. Robert Frost. Signed book: A Further Range. First edition. NY: Henry Holt and Company, 1936. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6 x 9, 102 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page in fountain pen to fellow poet Robert Liddell Lowe, “Robert Frost, to Robert Lowe, 1940.” Autographic condition: light toning, an erased pencil notation, and ink ownership notation to signed page, otherwise fine condition. Book condition is available online. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Scarce signature of the Jazz Age author

A Further Range, inscribed to a fellow poet









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7 1 0 . A l l e n G i n s b e r g . Signed book: P lanet News. First edition. San Francisco: City Lights Books, 1968. Softcover, 5 x 6.25, 144 pages. Signed and inscribed on the title page, “Allen Ginsberg, 1977, for Brian Bailey,” along with a small sketch of a flower and attribution of a printed quote to “Scott Joplin.” In fine condition, with scattered toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

7 0 9 . J e a n Leon Gerome. French Academic painter and sculp-tor (1824–1904). Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by Maison Ad. Braun & Cie of Paris, signed and inscribed at the top of the image in black ink, “A Mme. Leslie D. Ward, J. L. Gerome.” In fine condition, with scat-tered spotting to the image. Extremely scarce in any for-mat. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

708. Hamlin Gar-land. ALS, one page both sides, 7.25 x 10.5, per-sonal letterhead, August 1, 1936. In part: “As I read your letter I put in contrast my own poor equipment in Boston—fifty years ago. I knew only the Middle West and a little of New England. I knew nothing but farm and village life and I had but one change of linen and one suit!” In fine condition, with a few light creases. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

711. Allen Ginsberg. Postcard portrait of Ginsberg at Harvard Uni-versity in 1978, 4.75 x 6.5, signed at the bottom in blue felt tip, “Allen Ginsberg, 5/17/89.” In fine condition, with scattered surface marks and light corner tip dings. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

712. Nathalia Gontcharova. Russian artist and writer (1881–1962). Together with her husband, Mikhail Larionov, Gontcharova ushered forth the free-form Rayonism movement, which sought to move beyond the boundaries of all art before it, using “rays” of con-trasting color to emulate lines of reflected light. Rare, untranslated ALS in French on the correspondence side of a 5.5 x 3.5 postcard of Cote Vermeille. Gontcharova writes from Paris to “Chere Amie.” In fine condition, with some trivial rubbing. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

713. Grandma Moses. Signed book: My Life’s History. First edition, limited issue, numbered 257/275. NY: Harper & Brothers, 1952. Hardcover, 6.5 x 9.5, 140 pages. Signed on the colophon in fountain pen. Autographic condi-tion: fine. Book condition is avail-

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

714. Zane Grey. Vintage 3.5 x 5.75 cardstock head-and-shoulders photo, signed in the lower border in fountain pen. In very good condition, with scat-tered surface marks and light soiling, and a tack hole to the upper border. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Founder of Rayonism













717. Chaim Gross. Two color postcards of Gross’s work, both approximately 4.5 x 6, each signed on the front in blue felt tip, one sig-nature being last name only. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

716. Chaim Gross. Scarce matte-finish 6.5 x 9.25 portrait of Gross on its original 11 x 15.5 Pach Bros. mount, signed on the mount in black ink, “Chaim Gross.” A heavy crease to the upper left corner of the mount, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

715. John Grisham. Signed book: The Firm. First edition, later print-ing. NY: Doubleday, 1991. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6.5 x 9.5, 421 pages. Signed verti-cally in black ink on the half-title page. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

718. Edward Everett Hale. ALS signed “E. E. Hale,” one page, 5 x 8, per-sonal letterhead, October 5, 1883. Letter to “Dr. Parker.” In full: “I should much rather read and speak about the Harry Wadsworth Club—and we will consider it so arranged. Judging from my experience at Springfield and other places I think it will interest the young people more than anything else I can read to them.” In fine condition, with light scattered creases. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

720. Ernest Hemingway. Air mail envelope, postmarked Habana, Cuba, November 10, 1959, addressed by Hemingway to his son, “John H. N. Hemingway, Esq., 254 Mill Valley, California, Estados Unidos,” and signed on the reverse, “E. Hemingway.” In very good to fine condition, with scattered creases, a couple lightly affecting address, a vertical crease through a single letter of signature, and toning along bottom of back flap. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

719. Keith Haring. Color postcard of Haring’s work entitled ‘Untitled 1982,’ 4 x 5.75, signed in the upper border in black felt tip, “K. Haring ’85.” In fine condition, with some haloing to the signature.Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

721. Al Hirschfeld. Lim-ited edition 12.75 x 16.25 print of Hirschfeld’s portrait of Lucille Ball, numbered #16/150, signed in pencil in the lower border, “Hirschfeld.” Triple-matted and framed to an overall size of 19.5 x 23. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)











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722. Al Hirschfeld. Vibrant and captivating color limited edition 21.25 x 29.5 lithograph of a samurai, numbered 46/275, and signed in pencil, “Hirschfeld.” Framed to an overall size of 22 x 30.25. In fine condition. Highly-desirable, this print was previously appraised at $5,000. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

724. Julia Ward Howe. Autograph draft of a poem, signed “Julia Ward Howe,” two pages (7.75 x 10.25 and 7.75 x 5), no date. The poem, titled “In Cologne Cathedral,” reads in full: “I felt the glories of the ancient shrine / Wrap me about with harmonies divine / The childlike faith, the earnest sacrifice, / The inspiration of the truly wise. / Here missing souls for centuries have prayed, / Here hath man’s bleeding heart atonement made, / What throngs devout, what aspirations vast / People the dreamy regions of the Past! / But now, the splendors of the later thought / Break on my dream, deliverance dearly bought / By martyr spirits that could waste and burn / With pangs enforced, our liberties to earn. / Above the mass-bell the clear sentence rings, / Above the incense soar the angel’s wings / And for the mystic sentence hid in light, / I see uprise the prophet’s brow of might / Chiding us human chil-dren from our toys, / Meeting our tasks out with unflinching voice / Oh! Holy Past—oh Future, dear to me; / I stand between in God’s eternity.” There are corrections over several words, indicating that this was a draft of the final poem and not a commemorative copy. In very good condition, with trimming to second page, light toning, a few smudges, wrinkles, and pinholes, and faint pencil stroke through signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

723. Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr. Ink signature, “Oliver Wendell Holmes, Boston, Oct. 20th, 1877,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card. Nicely mounted, matted, and framed with a portrait of Holmes to an overall size of 9.5 x 14.5. In fine condition, with light overall toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Spectacular original concept from the acclaimed

caricature aficionado

Signed working draft of Howe’s ‘In Cologne Cathedral’






725. Victor Hugo. Draft auto-graph poem, one page, 7.75 x 5, consisting of three stanzas identi-fied by Hugo on the reverse as coming from his long epic poem ‘Dieu,’ but not included in it since Hugo notes to himself at the upper right: “This could make an entire piece.” Hugo writes, in part (translated): “The wise, while they pursue their necessary dreams, do not lose sight of the miseries here below…the star ties them to its chariot…Septentrion, Aldebaran, the world, and God the dreamer leaning on his work, they rise suddenly and cry courage!…Strike the tyrant…the enormous constellations which God sometimes points toward the bitter night, sometimes towards the pale dawn, the shade, the abysses, the fears, the immense vision of eternal things.” Hugo has drawn a black “X” through the text. Three vertical folds, some scattered light toning and soiling, and a few slight brushes to text, otherwise fine condition. The three stanzas appear in Hugo’s poem ‘Written on a Copy of the Life of Appolonius of Tyana,’ included in the collection Les Années Funestes. Accompanied by a complete typewritten transcription of the three stanzas. This long religious epic was written between 1855 and 1862. Left unfinished, it was published after his death. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

726. Victor Hugo. Signed book: Reli-gions et Religion. Diexieme edition. Paris: Calmann-Lévy, 1880. Softcover, 6.25 x 9, 141 pages. Signed and inscribed to his sister-in-law on the first free end page, “A ma chere et gracieuse soeur Julie, V.”

Autographic condition: heavy foxing and a pencil notation to the signed page, otherwise very good. Book condition: P/None. Off-white wraps; chips, tears, and creases along edges; spine cracked in several places, separated entirely at central gathering and nearly separated at two others; heavily foxed and lightly soiled; yellowed; small rectangular discoloration inside front cover. In VG+ green cloth-covered case. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

727. George Hurrell. Limited edition matte-finish 24 x 20 portrait of Ann Sheridan originally taken in 1938, hand-numbered 31/190, signed in the lower right border in black ink, “Hurrell.” Tastefully corner-mounted and framed to an overall size of 27 x 23. In fine condition, with slight rippling to edges. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Gorgeous oversized gelatin silver Hurrell photo

728. Robert Indiana. Two color post -cards of Indi-ana’s works, both 4 x 5.75, each signed on the front in black felt

tip, “R. Indiana.” In fine condition, with a few scattered light surface marks and a fingerprint to one signature. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Presentation copy of Hugo’s attack on organized religion

Three draft stanzas from Hugo’s unfinished ‘Dieu’








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729. William H. Jackson. American painter, Civil War and geo-logical survey photographer and an explorer (1843–1942) famous for his images of the American West. TLS signed “W. H. Jackson,” two pages, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, September 30, 1926. Letter to Robert Bruce. In part: “In regard to Mr. Oleson’s criticism of my picture of the yoking up scene, he is right. In a dangerous region such a disposition of the escort would naturally follow. But I noticed that in open country, or in the vicinity of considerable bod-ies of other travel, the men rode about as they pleased—ahead, along side, or behind. I am glad, however, to have the criticism of those who really know, for there are many yet who have had a longer and more intimate acquaintance with western practices and customs than I have had. In regard to using that sketch of myself as a bullwhacker in another edition of the ‘Plainsmen’…It would seem to belong with the experiences of some ‘hobo’ rather than a real bullwhacker…The old Conestoga wagon seem to be adopted conventionally for the ‘Covered Wagon,’ although during my time on the plains they were seldom seen. I do not remember having seen one in use. The trains I was with were made up of ‘Jacksons’ and ‘Schuttlers.’” In a handwritten postscript, signed “WHJ,” he adds: “Perhaps Mr. Oleson would be interested in the enclosed sketch of a covered freight train on the North Plate route.” There are also a few corrections through the text in Jackson’s hand. In fine condition, with a rusty paperclip mark and impression to the upper left. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

732. Yousuf Karsh. Original black and white ink portrait of Karsh by an unknown artist on an off-white 8.5 x 11 sheet, signed in the lower right in black felt tip by Karsh. Overall creases and some trivial soiling, otherwise fine condi-tion. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

731. James Jones. Glossy 4.5 x 7 photo of Jones at the River Seine, signed and inscribed in black ink “For Robert Merritt Allen, James Jones.” In very good condition, with some scattered light bends and creases and some light haloing to signature and inscription. RRAuc-tion COA.…(MB $100)

730. Jasper Johns. Color post-card of Johns’s work entitled ‘Zero Through Nine,’ 4 x 5.75, signed in the lower border in black ink. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

733. Rudyard Kipling. Ink signature and sentiment, “Very sincy yours, Rudyard Kipling,” on a light gray 3.75 x 1.5 slip, clipped from the closing of a letter. In very good condition, with small tape remnant over sentiment, mounting remnants to edges, and some scattered light toning and foxing. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“The old Conestoga wagon seem to be adopted conventionally for the ‘Covered Wagon,’ although

during my time on the plains they were seldom seen”








734. Jack Kerouac. Signed book: A Bibliography of Works by Jack Kerouac. First edition. Phoenix Book Shop, Inc., 1967. Softcover, 5.5 x 8.5, 99 pages. Signed and inscribed on the second page “For Tony from Brother Jack, 9-25-67, Lowell.” Book also contains five pages of correc-tions, perhaps made by Kerouac. Autographic condition: fine, with a light central vertical bend. Book condition: G+/None. Green wraps; minor wear to edges; few splits in paper along spine-edges (largest approx. 1.5 inch at front upper edge); front hinge slightly separated; center hinge entirely split, with few pages detached; light soiling. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

7 3 6 . J e a n -Paul Laurens. French a r t i s t ( 1 8 3 8 – 1 9 2 1 ) known for his historical and re-ligious paintings. ALS in French, signed “J. P. Lau-rens,” one page, 5.25 x 7, black-bordered person-al letterhead, no date, postmarked May 4, 1913. Un-translated letter in French. In fine condit ion. Ac-companied by the original mailing envelope, filled out in Laurens’s hand. Extremely rare in any format, this is just the second Laurens item we have ever offered. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

735. Oskar Kokoschka. Color postcard of Kokoschka’s 1915 work entitled ‘Knight Errant,’ 4 x 6, signed in the lower border in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with mild toning to borders. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

737. Jacob Lawrence. Two color postcards of Lawrence’s works, both 6 x 4.25, each signed in the lower border in blue felt tip. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

738. Roy Lichtenstein. Color postcard of Lichtenstein’s work entitled ‘Still Life with Pitcher 1972,’ 4 x 5.75, signed under the image in blue felt tip. In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

739. Roy Lichten-stein. Color postcard of Lichtenstein’s 1979 work entitled ‘Red Tree,’ 6 x 4, signed vertically in the right border in black felt tip, “R. Lichtenstein.” In fine condition, with surface impressions to the left side. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

First edition of his bibliography signed “Brother Jack”









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744 . Henry W a d s w o r t h Longfe l low. Ink signature, “Henry W. Long-fellow 1881,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. Scattered light toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

743. Jack London. Three bank checks, all 6 x 2.5, two dated December 21, 1909, and one stamp-dated December 29, 1909, all filled out and signed by London. In very good condition, with vertical folds, a few staple holes, and ex-pected cancellation stamps and holes,

lightly affecting two of the signatures. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

742. Jack London. Bank check, 6 x 2.75, filled out and signed by London, payable to W. Wiget for $65.40, December 3, 1909. In very good condition, with a central vertical fold through a single letter of signature, stamps to reverse, and cancellation holes affecting first letter of signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

741. Detlev von Lil-iencron. German lyric poet and novelist (1844–1909). ALS in German, on a 5.25 x 3.5 postcard, November 28, 1899. Untranslated postcard to an associate. In fine condition, with a vertical

fold, small pencil notation to bottom edge, and a bit of light soiling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

740. Roy Lichten-stein. Color postcard of Lichtenstein’s 1962 work entitled ‘The Ring,’ 5.75 x 4, signed at the bottom in black ballpoint, “R. Lichtenstein.” In fine condition, with trivial cor-ner tip dings. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

745. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. ALS signed “Henry W. Longfellow,” one page, 4.5 x 7, May 7, 1881. Letter to “Miss May.” In part: “Miss Jewett has promised to dine with us tomorrow (Sunday) at six o’clock, and part of this plan was, that you should come with her as perhaps she has told you.” Light scattered soil-ing and an erased pencil notation to the upper left, otherwise fine condition. The letter most likely references Sarah Orne Jewett, another New England writer of

poetry and fiction. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Longfellow’s literary dinner plans

746. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Autograph poem, unsigned, one page, 8 x 5, dated April 9, 1877. Four-line poem reads, “I take some favorite volume from its shelf, / And search for [“search for” has been crossed out by Longfellow and replaced with “find my”] favorite songs; but as I read / I miss the certain something that I need, / And cannot find; that something is thyself.” In fine condition, with two vertical folds. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

An original unpublished Longfellow poem









747. Norman Mailer. Signed book: Marilyn: A Biography. First edition. NY: Grosset and Dun-lap, 1973. Hardcover with dust jacket, 9.5 x 11, 270 pages. Signed on the half-title page in black ink. In fine condition, with some light wear to the clipped dust jacket and some mild toning to a few page edges. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

748. Thomas Mann. Highly influential, Nobel Prize–winning German novelist and social critic (1875–1955). Signed book: Konigliche Hoheit [Royal Highness]. Limited edition of 150 copies (this being No. 142). Berlin: S. Fischer, 1922. Hardcover, 4.75 x 7.5, 453 pages. Signed on the colophon in pencil. Autographic condition: fine. Book condi-tion: VG/None. Navy paper-covered boards; gilted upper textblock edge. Bumps, tears, and rubbing along edges (mostly at corners and spine-ends); spine sunned; textblock edges very slightly yellowed. Binding tight and interior crisp and clean. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

749. Thomas Mann. Postcard featuring an image of Mann’s home in California, 5.5 x 3, postmarked July 14, 1945, and signed on the reverse in fountain pen, “Heartfelt thanks! Thomas Mann.” Mild scat-tered soiling, and a trivial spot of surface loss to the front, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

750. Henri Manuel: Gabriel Faure and Alexandre Georges. Manuel was the official photographer of the French government from 1914 to 1944. Vintage 6 x 8.5 Henri Manuel portrait of Gabriel Faure, affixed to its original 10 x 12.75 mount, signed on the mount in black ink by Faure, and dated Paris 1909, and also signed by Manuel; and a vintage 6.5 x 9 Manuel photo of Alexandre Georges at a piano, af-fixed to its original 10 x 12.75 mount, signed and inscribed in black ink, “Thank you, dear Sir, for your beautiful photographs which all my friends like and admire. Alexandre Georges, Nov. 11, 1905,” and also signed by Manuel. In fine condition. Accompanied by an original Manuel studio folder. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

751. Giacomo Manzu. Two color postcards of Man-zu’s sculptures, 4 x 6 and 4.25 x 6, each signed in black ink. In overall fine con-dition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

752. Marisol. Four items: three color postcards of Marisol’s works, one 6 x 5.25 and two 4.5 x 6.25, each signed on the front in felt tip; and a greeting card, 5 x 7, featuring a work by Marisol on the front, signed on the front in purple felt tip. In fine condition, with irregular ink adhesion

to one postcard. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)










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754. Ngaio Marsh. New Zea-land crime writer and theater direc-tor (1895–1982). Glossy 4.5 x 6.25 photo, signed in blue ballpoint. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

753. Peter Max. Vibrantly colored original artwork, entitled ‘Profile Series 2010 Ver. I #11,’ mixed media on an 8.5 x 11 sunburst sheet. Consists of a 3.25 x 3.25 printed color profile image, which Max has embellished with thick and colorful brushstrokes to the image and surrounding areas, and signed in mixed color paint “Max.” Printed on the reverse is the following statement: “This Peter Max work entitled ‘Profile Series’ is a variation color combination (and brushstrokes) from his original artworks of the same title on paper,” and also bears a 2010 Peter Max copyright stamp. Mounted in a shadowbox to an overall size of 14 x 17, with a window to the reverse for viewing printed info. In fine condition. Accompanied by a Peter Max original art certification. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

755. O. O. McIntyre. Print of a charcoal portrait of McIntyre by James Montgomery Flagg, 10.5 x 13.5, signed and inscribed in black ink, “To—Vincent Lopez, A great artist. From his friend—O. O. McIntyre.” Light scattered creases and soiling, otherwise fine condi-tion. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

756. Ross and Norris Mc-Whirter. Vintage 6.5 x 8.25 semi-glossy photo of the brothers, signed in blue ballpoint, “With very best wishes, Norm McWhirter &,” and “Ross McWhirter.” In fine condition, with some scattered light spotting to left side of image and some light contrast to end of one signature. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

757. Stephenie Mey-er. Signed book: Twi-light. Advanced reading copy. NY: Little, Brown, and Company, 2005. Paperback, 5.5 x 8.25, 499 pages. Signed on the title page in black ink. In fine condition, with

light handling wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

758. Henry Miller. ALS, one page, 8.5 x 11, Big Sur, January 28, 1959. Letter to Moses Cammer. In part: “How very good of you to write me about my ear troubles. No, I can’t have the operations you mention—no use, in my case. But I have still plenty of hearing. I’m enclosing a list, since you may not know all the titles…Am busy finishing ‘Nexus’ now—then going to Europe for a three or four months’ vacation.” Accompanied by the list referenced, with notations by Miller handwritten inside, and brochure about his ‘Henry Miller: Recalls and Reflects’ recordings, signed at the top in fountain pen, “Have you heard these? HM.” In fine condition, with light overall wrinkling. Also accompanied by the original mailing envelope, filled out in MIller’s hand. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Striking mixed-media art from Max’s ‘Profile Series’

Miller from Big Sur: “Am busy finishing ‘Nexus’ now”









762. Christopher Morley. Signed book: Passivity Program. First edition. Chicago: The Argus Book Shop, Inc., 1939. Hardcover, 6.25 x 9.5, 27 pages. Signed on the title page in foun-tain pen. Light dings and wear to corner tips of covers, and slight separations at top and bottom of spine, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

761. Henry Moore. Color postcard of Moore’s 1941 work entitled ‘Group of Shelterers During an Air Raid,’5.75 x 4, signed on the reverse in black ballpoint. In fine condition, with a small pencil notation and mild toning to reverse. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

760. Henry Moore. TLS, one page, 4.5 x 7, personal letterhead, April 26, 1966. Letter to Mr. Kalman. In part: “My wife will be pleased to lend you the Permeke for your exhibition…The particulars of it are: Moonlight Landscape, 1928…Oil. Perhaps you will tell us later when and how you would like to collect it.” In fine condition, with a few creases and a staple hole to top left corner. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

759. Arthur Miller. Signed book: Time-bends. Limited signed first edition (limitation not stated). Franklin Center, Pennsylvania: Franklin Library, 1987. Leather-bound hard-cover, 6.5 x 9.5, 614 pages. Signed in blue ink on the second free end page. In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

763. Felix Nadar. Pseud-onym of Gaspard-Felix Tournachon (1820–1910), a French photographer, caricaturist, journalist, nov-elist, and balloonist. ALS in French, signed “Nadar,” three pages on two adjoin-ing sheets, 5.25 x 8.25, Na-dar Photgraphie Artistique letterhead, 1858. Letter to his friend Boule, on whose name he plays, making or-nithological citations from Linnaeus and Buffon. In part (translated): “I’m told you’re not altogether happy

about the bill my cashier (!!!) sent you, and you want me to intervene personally…I persist in clinging to the happy system of limited sharehold-ers I have created whose interests are represented by a 311’ party. This allows me to have nothing to do with administrative questions, the mere thought of which makes me yawn wide was never any good at math…If you hadn’t run off like a rabbit yesterday with the speed of the bird whose name you bear…I would have informed you, my dear lamb…that I intervened just sufficiently to smooth over the fearsome slopes of our current prices…you should be treated with all consideration…our maximum discount…I still have a few leaves left from my ‘Pantheon’ reserved for my friends which makes it your duty to have one for yourself Paf, that’s you (a friend)!” In very good condition, with uniform light toning, several pencil notations, some mild soiling, and paper loss to second page affecting a few words of text. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)











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770. Wallace Nutting. TLS, one page, 8.25 x 11, illustrated personal letterhead, March 28, 1938. Letter to Lura S. Hall. In part: “Some of my ideas are too stiff for the pres-ent generation, but as long as they are true I do not see that I can do anything about it…I should be very glad to make you a door like that in the museum or any other good sort and can do it as reasonably as any nearby woodworking shop and probably do it better.” Intersecting

folds, one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, and a spot of adhesive to the upper right, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

769. Isamu Nogu-chi. Esteemed Japa-nese-American artist and industrial designer (1904–1988) who en-joyed widespread ac-claim for his sculpture and furniture designs. Postcard of Noguchi’s 1959 work entitled ‘The Cry,’ 5.75 x 4, signed in black ink in the up-per and lower border, “Isamu Noguchi, born Nov 12 ‘04, ‘76.” In fine condition, with scattered surface impressions to left side. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

768. Louise Nevelson. Four postcards, all ap-proximately 6 x 4, each one bearing an image of one of Nevelson’s works, each signed in felt tip or ballpoint, three signed on the image side and one signed on the reverse. In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

767. LeRoy Neiman. Color postcard of Nei-man’s work entitled ‘Vegas Blackjack,’ 7.75 x 5.5, signed on the front in purple felt tip. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

766. Thomas Nast. American political cartoonist and illustrator (1840–1902) best known for devising the donkey and elephant symbols of the Democratic and Republican parties and the familiar ‘American’ version of Santa Claus. Original vintage signed ink sketch of a jack-in-the-box on an off-white 3.5 x 4.5 card, signed “Th: Nast, Jan-24-1880.” Some scattered light soiling, some light ink transfer from another sheet once laying on the sketch, and mounting remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. A wonderful sketch with great Christmas association, as Nast provided a cover illustration for the January 3, 1863, issue of Harper’s Weekly, which featured a jack-in-the-box, as well as drawing one for The Night Before Christmas. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

764. Robert Moth-erwell. Color postcard of Motherwell’s work entitled ‘Elegy to the Spanish Republic, 108,’ 6 x 4.25, signed in the lower border in blue felt tip, “R. Motherwell.” In fine condition, with light creasing to the lower right corner tip. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Charming original 1880 Nast sketch of a beloved child’s toy








771. Georgia O’Keeffe. Color post-card of O’Keeffe’s 1931 work entitled ‘Cow’s Skull with Calico Roses,’ 6 x 4, signed on the reverse in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light soiling to image side. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

772. Maxfield Parrish. Signed book: Practical Ap-plications of Dy-namic Symmetry by Jay Hambidge. First edition, first printing. New Ha-ven: Yale Univer-sity Press, 1932.

Hardcover, 6.25 x 9, 109 pages. Signed with an ownership signature on the first

free end page, “Maxfield Parrish: from Mrs. Jay Hambidge, 1939.” Autographic condition: fine, on a lightly toned page. Book condition: VG+/None. Rust cloth-covered boards with stamped silver decoration and lettering, and gilted upper textblock edge. Few tiny tears in cloth at corners/spine-ends; textblock very slightly yellowed. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

773. I. M. Pei. Iconic Chinese-American architect best known for his glass pyramid designed as an updated entrance to the Louvre. His other notable buildings include the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland and the John F. Kennedy Library in Boston. Glossy 10 x 8 photo of Pei behind a desk, signed in black ballpoint. Some scattered light creases and surface marks, and binder dings to bottom edge, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

774. Walker Percy. Signed book: The Thana-tos Syndrome. Limited first edition. Pennsyl-vania: Franklin Library, 1987. Leatherbound hardcover, 6.5 x 9.5, 372 pages. Signed on the second free end page in black ink. In very fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

775. Pablo Picasso. Two Czech postage stamps affixed to an off-white 3.75 x 2.5 card, signed at the bottom in blue ballpoint, “Pi-casso.” In fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of transmittal from the Galerie Louise Leiris in Paris, dated April 23, 1969, in part: “We have now been with Picasso and he has signed on the two stamps.” Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

776. James R. Ran-dall. Writer (1839–1908) best remem-bered as the lyricist of the song, ‘Maryland, My Maryland.’ Scarce AQS on an off-white 7 x 8.75 lightly-lined sheet, signed at the conclusion, “James R. Randall.” Randall pens the second stanza of his nine-stanza poem, “Maryland! My Mary-land!” In full, “Hark to

an exiled son’s appeal, Maryland! My Mother-State, to thee I kneel, Maryland! For life and death, for woe and weal, Thy peerless chiv-alry reveal, And gird thy beauteous limbs with steel, Maryland! My Maryland!” Intersecting folds, one through a single letter of signature, a light diagonal crease, and a mild shade of toning, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Thy peerless chivalry reveal, And gird thy beauteous limbs with

steel, Maryland! My Maryland!”










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780. James Whit-comb Riley. AQS on an off-white 5 x 3.25 card. Riley writes, in full: “The simple soul–reposing, glad belief in everything.” Signed at the conclusion, “James Whitcomb Riley, New

Year of 1897.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

779. Ilya Repin. Rus-sian painter (1844–1930) of the Pered-vizhniki artistic school, known for his realistic, psychologically intense works. Rare ALS in Russian, one page, lightly-lined, 8.75 x 11, no date. Untranslated letter to a friend regard-ing his having heard works of Beethoven, his daughter Ver, and his works recently on display, including ‘Gol-gotha’ and a nude. Reverse bears a letter in an unknown hand. In very good condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds, overall toning, a few tape-repaired edge tears, and a couple pencil notations. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

778. Robert Rauschenberg. Color postcard of Rauschenberg’s 1963 work entitled ‘Estate,’ 4.5 x 6, signed at the bottom in blue felt tip, “Rauschenberg.” In fine condition, with light corner tip dings. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

777. Pulitzer Prize Authors. Approximately 69 items consisting of letters, souvenir typescripts, photos, FDCs, and signatures, each signed by a Pulitzer Prize-winning author. Signers include: Harper Lee, Thornton Wilder, Moss Hart, Upton Sinclair (2), John Updike (3), Katherine Anne Porter, Eudora Welty (2), John Cheever, James A. Michener (2), John Hersey, Norman Mailer (2), Ernest Poole, Pearl S. Buck, Herman Wouk, Booth Tarkington, William Styron, Louis Bromfield, Toni Morrison, Conrad Richter, Allen Drury, Michael Shaara, Wallace Stegner, Richard Ford (3), Alice Walker, Shirley Ann Grau, Edna Ferber, N. Scott Momaday, A. B. Guthrie, Jr., MacKinlay Kantor, Bernard Malamud, Robert Lewis Taylor, Michael Chabon (2), Richard Russo, Annie Proulx, Michael Cunningham (3), William Kennedy, Steven Millhauser, Jhumpa Lahiri, Geraldine Brooks (2), Elizabeth Strout (2), Paul Harding, Peter Taylor, Alison Lurie, Anne Tyler (3), Oscar Hijuelos (2), Jane Smiley (2), Carol Shields (2), and Robert Olen Butler (4). In overall fine condition, with various light scattered creases and toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

781. Robert Ripley. Original vintage signed ink and water-color sketch for a newspaper of a cat sneezing on an off-white 3.25 x 3.5 card, with Ripley writ-ing “When a cat sneezes—It’s a sign of rain!,” and signed at the bot-tom, “Ripley 1948, Sunday Express.” In f ine condi-tion, with a bit of trivial soiling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Large collection of Pulitzer authors, including Lee, Wilder, Sinclair, and Hart







784. Edward Arlington Robinson. American poet (1869–1935) who won three Pulitzer Prizes. ALS signed “E. A. Robinson,” one page, 5.5 x 8.5, March 27, 1929. Letter to T. H. Cummings. In part: “Please excuse my long delay in acknowledging your book, which I read and enjoyed. Thank you for letting me see it.” In fine condition, with mild overall wrinkling, and tack holes to top and bottom. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, filled out in Robinson’s hand. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

783. Larry Rivers. Two postcards: a color 4 x 6 postcard of ‘The Greatest Homosexual,’ and a 6 x 4.25 of ‘Study

for the painting of George Washington Crossing the Delaware,’ each signed on the front in purple felt tip. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

782. Robert Ripley. Two items: one TLS signed “Ripley,” one page, 8.5 x 11, Believe It or Not! letterhead, September 8, 1943. In part: “Here are a couple Believe It or Nots for your Marine Corps magazine;” and one ink signature and inscription, “To Joyce, with all the best, from Ripley, Believe It or Not,” on an off-white 5 x 4.25 album page. Multiple small tears along the left edge of the letter, otherwise fine condition; album page in very good condition, with overall toning and dampstaining. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

787. Norman Rock-well. TLS, one page, 5.75 x 7.75, personal letterhead, May 1, 1976. Brief letter to an admirer. In full: “Yes, I always did want to paint. If you are interested in this, I suggest you read my autobiography called, ‘My Adventures as an Illustrator.’” In fine condi-tion. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

786. Norman R o c k w e l l . Thank-you card with a printed senti-ment, 4.25 x 3.25, signed at the bot-tom in black ink, “Thank you, Nor-man Rockwell.” Adhesive rem-nants and slight surface loss to left border, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

785. Georges Rochegrosse. French historical and decorative painter (1859–1938). ALS in French, signed “G. Rochegrosse,” one page both sides, 5.75 x 6, no date. Untranslated letter to a gentleman. In fine condition, with a couple light wrinkles and creases, and a few spots of light toning.RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)










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788. Norman Rock-well. Signed book: Norman Rockwell: Illus-trator. First edition. NY: Watson-Guptill Publica-tions, Inc., 1946. Hard-cover with dust jacket, 9 x 12, 208 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page in blue ballpoint, “My best wishes to Dorothy, sincerely, Norman Rockwell.” In very good condition, with light toning and soiling to signed page, an ownership bookplate affixed to the first free end page below the signature, and a few tears and light wear to the dust jacket. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

791. J. D. Salinger. Two items: Typed letter, signed in type “J,” one page, 8.25 x 11, not dated, but postmarked November 18, 1952. Salinger writes to his fiancee Mary Bayes. In part: “I forgot to send you that pimple business you asked me for months ago. So tonight, since your stomach’s off, etc., I’m sort of doubling up on things. See if the attached paper helps at all. I’ll call you Thursday, but if you don’t feel any better tomorrow or the next day, please call me.” Accompanied by the original mailing envelope, addressed in Salinger’s hand to “Miss Mary Bayes, Sarah Lawrence College, Bronxville, NY,” and signed on the reverse as part of the return address “Salinger, 300 E. 57th St., N.Y. 22 N.Y.” Salinger has also marked the front of the envelope “Special Delivery.”

Typed manuscript, unsigned, one page, 8.5 x 11, titled “Meditation for a Grubis with a Cough and/or Facial Blemishes that annoy her.” Salinger called his fiancée Grubis. Manuscript is an affirmation for Bayes and her conflict with her body. In part: “I, Grubis, am not my body. I am not my mind. My mind and body belong to me. But

they are possessions, not parts…If I cough, or if I see pimples on my face, my mind is responsible for them, directly or indirectly. For I am making the mistake, somewhere, of identifying myself with mind and body…I chose my forehead, nose, chin, skin tissue. But I did not choose pimples to appear on my face. Therefore, pimples do not come from the real me.” In very good condition, with uniform toning to letter, as well as fragile folds, and several small edge tears and chips, scattered creasing and soiling to envelope, and several creases to manuscript page.

Salinger memorably describes an individual needing his ‘Meditation’ in The Catcher in the Rye. Holden Caulfield characterizes one of his classmates: ‘Robert Ackley, this guy that roomed right next to me…he had a lot of pimples. Not just on his forehead or his chin, like most guys, but all over his face…Ackley never did anything on Saturday night, except stay in his room and squeeze his pimples or something.’ Salinger frequently embedded into his work personal messages as meditations, therapy or acts of cleansing. When the author encountered the teach-ings of Sri Ramakrishna in 1952, known as Vedanta, he experienced a spiritual epiphany and began to espouse the Vedantic tradition. This wry-titled meditation for “Cough and/or Facial Blemishes” stemmed from these beliefs. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

790. Auguste Rodin. Seminal and highly lauded French sculptor (1840–1917) whose works, in-cluding the iconic ‘The Kiss’ and ‘The Thinker,’ earned him a place among the most influential artistic figures of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. ALS in French, signed “A. Rodin,” one page, 4.5 x 7, personal letterhead, March 23, 1903. Letter to “Made-moiselle Cimino,” a close collaborator, Emilia Cimino, who was promoting Rodin’s work in the United States. In full (translated): “I am present with you in New York and hope the weather is now fine. If I judge from the tempests in Meudon your trip must have been terrible. Thank you for your help and friendship and do prepare your conferences later.” In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light toning. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

789. Norman Rock-well. FDC with a cachet honoring Tom Sawyer, signed at the top in black felt tip, “Sincerely, Nor-man Rockwell.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Recalling Holden Caulfield’s aversion to pimples in Catcher in the Rye, Salinger offers a Vedantic remedy to cure his girlfriend







793. Margaret E. Sangster. American poet, author and edi-tor (1838–1912). AQS, one page on an off-white 7.5 x 5 sheet. Sangster pens five lines from her poem

‘Immortal,’ in full: “Once we have loved / We cannot lose; / Who loves must trust / And cannot choose. / That is not love which can forget.” In fine condition, with toning to borders. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

792. Carl Sand-burg. Signed book: Good Morn-ing, America. First edition, limited issue, numbered 793 /811 . NY: Crosby Gaige, 1928. Hardcov-er, 6 x 8.5, 251 pages. Signed on the half-title page in fountain pen. Light scattered foxing to pastedowns and free end pages, and an owner’s bookplate affixed to the front pastedown, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

796. John Singer Sargent. Distinguished American-born art-ist (1856–1925) who spent most of his career as an expatriate in Europe. While he painted a variety of subjects in various media, his fame rests primarily on his evocative, penetrating society portraits. ALS signed “John S. Sargent,” three pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, personal letterhead, no date. Letter to “My dear Abbott.” In part: “I am obliged to go to the country on Friday afternoon. I ought to have told you, if I had thought of it, then the day had not been settled for a sitting of George Meredith at Box Hill.” Intersecting folds, some light mirroring of ink from folding, and a bit of light toning, otherwise fine condition. Sargent apparently made two drawings of the aging novelist, during the summer of 1896, at Meredith’s home in Box Hill.Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

795. George Segal. Three postcards of Segal’s impressive works, all approximately 4 x 5.75, including two color, each signed on the front in black ballpoint, with Segal adding brief inscriptions to two of the postcards. In fine condition, with a bit of light skipping to two signatures and light contrast to one signature. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

794. George Ber-nard Shaw. TLS signed “G. Bernard Shaw,” one page, 9 x 7, personal letterhead, May 3, 1911. Letter to William Poel. In part: “As you already have twelve speakers, which is about eight more than human nature can bear, and as thirteen is an unlucky number, I think I had better not come on the 8th. Besides, my personal reminisces of F. J. Furnivall would scandalize that solemn assembly. Furnivall was a queer bird. A really faithful account of his attitude towards Christianity, his domestic affairs, and the postcards with which he conducted personal controversy, would be harmless and amusing before the right sort of audience.” In very good condition, with central vertical and horizontal folds (the vertical fold passing through the first letter of the signature), an overall shade of toning, and the typed text faded but legible. The signature remains crisp and bold. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

“You already have twelve speak-ers, which is about eight more than human nature can bear”

Sargent heads to the country “for a sitting” with Victorian

writer George Meredith









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797. George Bernard Shaw. ALS signed “G. Bernard Shaw,” one page, 7 x 4.5, personal letterhead, January 9, 1917. Letter to Curtis Freshel. In part: “As a boy I used to say that Te ipsum nosce—Know thyself—was adopted by the Shaws because they were too snobbish to know anyone else; but now I cling to the hope that I am not the first philosopher of the family….It ought to be possible by this time to make a booklet out of my scattered utterances on vegetarianism; but where am I to find them, or find the time to write anything fresh?” In very good condition, with overall toning, dampstaining to the right side (slightly affecting the signature), and a lightly trimmed bottom edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

801. John Stein-beck. TLS, one page, 8.25 x 11, personal let-terhead, April 21, 1958. Letter to Marguerite Tuttle. In full “We called your sister on returning on friday [sic] from our visits to the Forman and the Eaglebrook schools. We liked what we saw in both places. I have made application for the Forman School in so far as it is possible before they see the boy and also for the Eaglebrook. On returning I had a long and concise conference with the boy’s mother. I found her quite cooperative. She agreed to take the boys to visit the schools as soon as she could. I shall check on this and if she delays it too long I shall take them myself. I believe that both schools are holding places for the boys unless of course it is delayed beyond measure. I simply wanted to assure you that we think your choices are excellent and that we hope the boys may be found cceptable [sic]. Thank your [sic] very much for your thoughtful effort. I do hope it works out.” Some light wrinkling, a staple and rusty paperclip mark to top left, some light soiling, and an office stamp to top right, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

800. Klaus Staeck. Three postcards of Staeck’s interesting works, two 5.75 x 4 and one 4 x 5.75, each signed and dated on the front in black or red ballpoint. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

799. Raphael Soy-er. Two color post-cards of Soyer’s works entitled ‘The Brown Sweater,’ and ‘Fare-well to Lincoln Square,’ both approximately 4 x 6, each signed in the lower border in blue ballpoint. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

7 9 8 . S a m u e l Francis Smith. Boston-born Baptist minister and aca-demic (1808–1895) best known as the lyricist of ‘America’

(‘My Country, ’Tis of Thee’), written while he was a student at Andover Theological Seminary. Precise ink signature, “S. F. Smith,” on an off-white 3.75 x 1.75 card. In fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

“Te ipsum nosce—Know thyself—was adopted by the Shaws because they were too snobbish to know anyone else”

“On returning I had a long and concise conference with the boy’s mother…She agreed to

take the boys to visit the schools as soon as she could”







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802. Henry David Thoreau. ALS signed “D. H. Thoreau,” one page both sides, 7.75 x 9.5, Cambridge, June 22, 1837. Letter to John. In full: “I can write you nothing definite with regard to a room. I spoke with Mr. Lavering upon the subject, and he tells me that he has already received a number of applications, but is so circumstanced as not to be able to return any positive answer at present. However, he says he will remember you, and inform me of the result. I have called upon Mr. Mason some half-dozen times but have not found him. I understand that the next class will be a large one—three will enter from Andover. Yours in haste, D. H. Thoreau. Ps. June 24th—I have at last seen Mr. Mason, and have the pleasure of informing you that Holworthy No 9, the room under him, will be reserved for you. He had a deal to say about quiet, regularity, and order, and inquired particularly with regard to the character of your charm—indeed he was apprehensive on this point, as to have no objections to your rooming alone if you choose.” Panel on reverse of second integral page is addressed in Thoreau’s hand to “Mr John Keyes, Concord Mass,” and bears a June 24, Cam-bridge, MA, postmark stamp. Fragile intersecting folds (one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature), many folds with partial separations, a light overall shade of toning and mild scattered soiling, a small area of dampstaining to the lower border (slightly af-fecting the paraph), show-through from writing to opposing sides, a small area of paper loss to second integral page from original wax seal, and some scattered foxing to second integral page, otherwise very good condition.

As Thoreau was completing his studies at Harvard in 1837, childhood friend and former Concord Academy classmate John Shepard Keyes was just about to begin his. Helping Keyes secure residence in the bustling college town, Thoreau penned this quick note and signed “D. H. Thoreau”; shortly after graduation he inexplicably reversed the order of his first and middle names, signing himself ‘Henry David’ or ‘H. D.’ from that point forward. Upon his return to Concord that summer, he began

his lifelong friendship with Ralph Waldo Emerson who introduced him into the local literary scene and encouraged him to contribute essays to The Dial, where he began to make a name for himself. This letter to Keyes (who would also connect with Emerson years later, when his daughter married Emerson’s son Edward) highlights a crucial year in the renowned author’s life, and has never before been published. Anything signed by Thoreau is highly sought after and incredibly rare; but even more rare are the few pieces signed “D. H. Thoreau,” before unofficially changing his name. This is the only such we have ever seen, an extraordinary literary treasure! Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $1000)

Phenomenally rare unpublished letter from the young author as he leaves

Harvard behind, signed “D. H. Thoreau”

“He had a deal to say about quiet, regularity, and order,

and inquired particularly with regard to the character of

your charm”



804. Bram Stoker and Henry Irving. Stoker was an Irish au-thor (1847–1912) best known for his horror classic Dracula. Irving (1838–1905) was a prominent Brit-ish stage actor who was the first of his profession to be knighted. LS signed “Henry Irving,” written in the hand of his secretary, Dracula author Bram Stoker, one page, 4.5 x 7, November 19, 1877. Stoker pens the body, in full: “With the greatest pleasure & all good wishes.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical fold, and a few stray ink spots. RRAuction COA.…(MB $150)

803. Harriet Beecher Stowe. Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by Hastings of Boston, signed in the bottom border in black ink. In fine condition, with some slight spotting to image and toning and ink notations and stamps to reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

805. Lowell Thom-as. Vintage matte-finish 11 x 14 Hal Phyfe studio portrait with a 7.5 x 9.5 image area, signed and inscribed below the image in fountain pen, “To my old Pal, Dick! Lowell.” A few light creases, light rippling to the top edge, and slight fox-ing and toning to left edge, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

806. Leo Tolstoy. Crisp ink signature on an off-white 5.25 x 4.5 lightly-lined folded sheet. An intersecting vertical and horizontal crease towards the left edge, some trivial creasing, and scattered light foxing, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

807. Paul Valery. French poet, essayist, and philoso-pher (1871-1945). Vintage 3.5 x 5.5 postcard photo, signed vertically in fountain pen. In very good condi-tion, with scattered spotting to image and background, a few creases, and a couple areas of some slight surface loss. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

Portrait of Uncle Tom’s author






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812. Andy Warhol. Color postcard of a semi-abstract portrait of Warhol, 4 x 6, signed in the lower border in thick black felt tip, “Andy.” In fine condition, with slight haloing to the signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

811. Kurt Vonnegut. Glossy 8 x 9.75 close-up photo of Vonnegut with a cigarette in hand, signed in blue felt tip. In fine condition, with scattered surface spotting. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

810. Victor Vasarely. Two color postcards of Vasarely’s mesmer-izing works, both 4 x 5.75, each signed in the lower border in blue or black ballpoint. In overall fine condi-tion, with trivial corner tip dings. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

808. Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec. Important French painter and print-maker (1864–1901) whose lively, colorful portrayals of the people and places of fin-de-siècle Paris take a place among the most iconic images of the era. Lautrec’s immersion in art stemmed largely from his isolation following a dis-figuring teenage accident that failed to heal properly, preventing his legs from growing further while his torso continued to develop normally. A rare example of Toulouse-Lautrec’s personal calling cards, 4 x 2.25, with two lines of pencil notes in his hand, a pass to admit two people to his exhibition at the Goupil Galleries in London with the date and the time along the bottom, also in his hand. Mild toning, a bit of trivial foxing, and a diagonal crease to lower right corner affecting a single word of the date line, otherwise fine condition. Anything in Toulouse-Lautrec’s hand is quite scarce, particularly such a personal item, connected with a rare exhibition outside France. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

On one of his rare calling cards, Toulouse-Lautrec writes a pass for two to his London exhibition

813. Andy Warhol. Signed book: The Philosophy of Andy Warhol (From A to B & Back Again). First edition, later print-ing. NY: Harcourt Brace Jovanovich, 1975. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.75 x 8.75, 241 pages. Signed and inscribed in black felt tip on the half-title page, “To Anne, Andy Warhol,” with Warhol adding a quick sketch of a soup can at the bottom of the page. Autographic condition: fine, with some slight mirroring of ink in signature and inscription. Book condition: VG/VG. Orange cloth-covered spine and yellow paper-covered boards; light wear at corners; some soiling and rubbing to exterior, with a few small scuffs. Dust jacket in protective mylar sleeve; few small tears and creases to edges, mostly at corners and spine-ends; two thin scratches/tears to front cover; gentle crease down spine; slight rubbing.Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)









815. Eudora Welty. Signed book: The Shoe Bird. Later printing. Mississippi: University Press of Mississippi, 1993. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6.25 x 9.25, 88 pages. Signed on a bookplate affixed to the front pastedown. In fine condition, with a bit of light wear to the dust jacket. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

814. Weegee. Color fu l pho-tographer and photojournalist ( 1899–1968 ) , born Arthur Fellig, whose sensation-alistic images of murder, may-hem, and other dramatic events appeared regu-larly in the New York press in the 1930s and ’40s. He later took up ‘art’ photography and won acclaim for his wry series of distortion portraits achieved by means of special lenses and prisms. Though the origin of his distinctive professional name remains uncertain, the most pervasive is the tongue-in-cheek claim of ‘psychic powers’ that enabled him to be first at the scene of crimes, fires, and accidents. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 abstract photo of a mirrored kiss, signed in the lower border in blue ink. In very good condition, with moderate scattered surface creases and impressions, and staple holes to the upper left corner. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

818. Thornton Wilder. ALS signed “Thornton W,” one page, 6 x 7, personal letter-head, December 30, 1927. Letter to the “General.” In part: “I’m hav-ing dinner with Gene Tunney tonight and am that frightened. Heaven knows what we’ll talk about; the Lord will provide, no

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

817. Tom Wesselmann. Vibrant color postcard of Wesselmann’s work entitled ‘Great American Nude 76,’ signed in the border in black ballpoint. In fine condition, with a couple scattered light creases and surface marks. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

819. Herman Wouk. Glossy 8 x 10 photo of Wouk with a pipe in his hand, signed in blue ballpoint. In fine condition, with a few light surface impressions and binder dings to the right edge. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)







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821. Frank Lloyd Wright. TLS signed “F. Ll. Wright,” one page, 10.75 x 8.5, Taliesin letterhead, April 26, 1946. Letter to Richard B. Gump in San Francisco. In full: “I like your attitude and your ‘piece’. You boys are in a position to help the architectural situation a lot. My best to your father. We are passing through your cosmopolitan city about May 4 and I’ll try to find time to drop in on you.” In fine condition, with two vertical folds and a light red pencil mark to lower left. As a Gump’s customer, Frank Lloyd Wright amassed a vast collection of Asian art and, today, still in existence, Gump’s offers sculptures which

re-create the foo dogs that stood guard at the entry to Taliesin, Wright’s winter residence in Arizona. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

820. Thomas Wolfe. Signed book: Look Homeward Angel. First edition. NY: Charles Scribner’s Sons, 1931. Hardcover with dust jacket, 5.25 x 7.75, 626 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page, “To Win Tilson from a fellow townsman, Tom Wolfe, July 10, 1934.” Auto-graphic condition: scat-tered toning and soil-ing, not detracting from the bold signature and inscription, otherwise fine. Book condition: VG-/None. Navy cloth-covered boards; edges worn, with tears in cloth at corners and spine-ends; gilt titles have completely disappeared; insect damage along spine; moderately shaken; textblock yellowed, with some light foxing (mostly at first/last few pages); previous owner’s bookplate to front pastedown. Tilson and Wolfe were both from Asheville, North Carolina, fictionalized in the novel as Altamont, Catawba. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Wright proclaims to his San Francisco art dealer

“You boys are in a position to help the architectural

situation a lot”

Wolfe presents a copy of Look Homeward Angel to “a fellow townsman”




200 | February 13, 2013 | COMIC ART & ANIMATION

825. Jim Da-vis. Two items: TLS, one page, 5.5 x 8.5, i l-lustrated Gar-field letterhead, thanking an ad-mirer; and one color 4.5 x 6 cardstock photo of Garfield and Odie, signed in red felt tip. In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

824. Bob Connolly. Original hand-drawn ink artwork for five single-panel comic strips, each on heavy 12 x 11.5 artist’s cardstock and signed in a lower corner. Light toning and soiling to borders, otherwise overall fine condition. Accompanied by a book entitled Connolly Cartoons, featuring his comics from the Rand Daily Mail. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

823. Mel Blanc. Color 8 x 10 cardstock photo of Blanc amongst his characters, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “Eh—what’s up Mat-thew? ‘Bugs Bunny & Gang,’ 3-21-86, Mel Blanc.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

822. Archie: Mon-tana and Gold-berg. Two items: original pencil sketch of Archie, 8 x 7.25, featuring Archie hold-ing papers, scratch-ing his head and exclaiming, “Wow! This guy Larry sure write [sic] a long let-ter!!,” signed in pencil just below the sketch, “Stan G.,” affixed to personal letterhead and matted to an overall size of 9 x 12; and a magazine page featuring the header of an Archie comic and a printed photo of artist, Bob Montana, 8 x 6, signed and in-scribed in pencil, “Best Wishes to Larry White, from Bob Montana,” affixed to a slightly larger board, with a printed sketch of Archie, to an overall size of 14 x 7.5. In very good condition, with light toning to the first sketch, and uniform ton-ing, scattered foxing, multiple pieces of tape, one of which affects the first letter of the last name, and a small area of white out to bottom. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

826. Jim Davis. Two items: TLS, one page, 5.5 x 8.5, Gar-field letterhead, no date. Davis thanks a fan for his support and encloses “an au-tographed print that I hope you will enjoy”; and a color print of

Garfield and Odie, 4.25 x 6, signed in black felt tip, “Thanks! Jim Davis.” In overall fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

827. Disney Voic-es. Three signed photos: one color 8 x 10 photo from Pinoc-chio, signed in blue felt tip, “Sincere best wishes, from ‘Dickie’ Jones, the voice of Pinocchio;” and two identical glossy 10 x 8 photos from Sleeping Beauty, each signed in red felt tip, “Mary Costa, ‘Sleeping Beauty.’” In overall fine condition, with a slightly grainy quality to the Pinocchio image. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

828. Disney: Anima-tors. Color 14 x 11 print from Sleeping Beauty, signed in the lower bor-der in felt tip by four great animators, including three of Walt Disney’s “Nine Old Men”: Marc Davis, Ollie Johnston, Frank Thomas, and

Maurice Noble. In very good condition, with some noticeable creasing and surface marks. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

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830. Walt Disney. Signed book: Fantasia. First edition. NY: Simon & Schuster, 1940. Hardcover, 9.5 x 13, 158 pages. Signed and inscribed on the half-title page in blue artist’s pencil, “To Melvin, My thanks & appreciation, Walt Disney.” Page also bears an ownership signature of Melvin L. Severy. Autographic condition: fine, with just some trivial toning and soiling to signed page. Book condition: G/None. Tan cloth-covered boards with chips, tears, and rubbing along edges; discolored and heavily soiled; hinges split, with covers hanging on by thin strips of thread; several

interior hinges split as well, with some gatherings very loose; edges slightly yellowed. Severy was an author and inventor with numerous patents. He worked on Fantasia to sync the images and music for the final film. Accompanied by a 2012 letter of provenance from Severy’s great-granddaughter. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

829. Walt Disney. DS, signed “Walter E. Disney,” one page, 8.5 x 11, February 15, 1960. Waiver reads, “We, the undersigned, as Voting Trustees of WED Enterprises, Inc., being all of the shareholders of said corporation, waive notice of the annual meeting of the shareholders of said corporation held on the 15th day of February, 1960, and do hereby approve and adopt the foregoing as the minutes of said meeting.” Nicely signed at the conclusion by Disney and countersigned by William H. D. Cotrell. Attractively matted and framed with a Fantasia program cover, a book portrait of Disney, and several smaller color images of Disney characters, to an overall size of 29.75 x 23. In fine condition. Ac-companied by a certificate of authenticity from Phil Sears. Walter Elias Disney founded the company in 1952, lending his initials to its name, in order to fund and oversee the development of Disneyland. In the the 1950s, the notion of building an amusement park without a Ferris wheel or roller coaster seemed like a losing proposition to many, so Disney had to fund it himself. He provided the startup money for the park from his own personal fortune, funneled through WED Enterprises. Since it was a separate entity from the Walt Disney Company, the development of the park could be conducted in secret and without disclosure to shareholders. Today, the company is called Walt Disney Imagineering. A fantastic relic from the early days of one of America’s most famous places. Oversized. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Disney presents a first edition of Fantasia to an

inventor who was integral in the masterpiece

The Disney empire’s fiscal creators, WED Enterprises






833. Disney: Floyd Gottfredson. Original vintage signed and inscribed ink, felt tip, and watercolor sketch of Mickey Mouse in a Santa hat on an off-white 6 x 9 sheet, signed and inscribed at the bottom, “Very best wishes and Merry Christmas to Dawn from Mickey and Floyd Gottfredson.” In fine condition, with some scattered mild rippling. An eye-catching and appealing full length example from the Disney apprentice who drew Mickey Mouse for over 45 years. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

832. Walt Disney. Vintage fountain pen signature, “Walt Disney,” on an off-white 4.5 x 3 custom-made collector’s card with a clipped July 21, 1933, Chicago, Illinois, post-mark affixed to lower left corner. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered mild toning. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

831. Walt Disney. Vintage matte-finish 10 x 8 photo of Disney seated at his desk reading a book to two dressed chimpanzees, signed and inscribed in black felt tip “To Susan—Walt Disney.” In very good condition, with a few light bends and creases, silvering to darker areas of image, a bit of irregular ink adhesion to a few strokes of signature and inscription, and mounting remnants to reverse. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Phil Sears. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Vibrant Mickey Mouse Christmas sketch

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840. Chester Gould. Original ballpoint sketch of Dick Tracy in profile on an off-white 5 x 3 card, signed and inscribed, “To Jane Mulford—With best wishes, Chester Gould.” In fine condition. RRAuc-tion COA.…(MB $100)

837. Bud Fisher. Original hand-inked four-panel Mutt and Jeff comic strip on an off-white 29.5 x 9 sheet of artist’s cardstock, signed in the last panel with a stylized signature, “Fisher,” as well as his typical one, “With best wishes, Bud Fisher.” Strip depicts Jeff and Mutt after a late night out and bears an affixed 1928 copyright notice at the bottom. Framed to an overall size of 31.5 x 11. In very good condition, with two vertical folds, a uniform shade of toning, light scattered foxing and soiling, a few stray drops of white ink, and a couple areas of dampstaining. Oversized. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

838. Marcia Fertig. Limited edition hand-painted animation cel entitled ‘Downhill Adven-ture,’ numbered 177/250, 14 x 11, signed in black felt tip by Fertig, and set against a pre-printed color satin-finish back-ground. Cel features Tom and Jerry skiing and bears a 1991 Turner Home Entertainment, Inc. limited edition gold stamp. In fine condition. Accompanied by a cer-tificate of authenticity signed by Fertig. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

839. Marcia Fertig. Limit-ed edition hand-painted ani-mation cel entitled ‘I’ve Got a Pulse,’ numbered 116/250, 14 x 11, signed in black felt tip by Fertig, and set against a pre-printed color satin-finish background. Cel bears a 1991 Turner Home Entertainment, Inc. limited

edition gold stamp. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity signed by Fertig. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

836. Marcia Fer-tig. Limited edition hand-painted anima-tion cel entitled ‘Spike and Tyke,’ numbered 135/250, 14 x 11, signed in black felt tip by Fertig, and set against a pre-printed color satin-finish back-ground. Cel bears a 1991 Turner Home Entertainment, Inc. limited edition gold stamp. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity signed by Fertig. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

835. Tad Dorgan. Car-toonist (1877–1929) best known for his Indoor Sports comics, and credited with popularizing numerous slang words. Original hand-drawn six-panel comic strip, dated 1913, on an off-white

14 x 9.5 sheet of heavy artist’s cardstock, signed in the final panel, “Tad.” Strip features a dispute between a man and a puppy, titled in the upper border, ‘The Bite That Failed.’ Lightly trimmed edges and toning and production marks to borders, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

834. Disney: Milt Neil. Original signed felt tip sketch of Howdy Doody on an off-white 12 x 15 sheet. In very good condition, with a light central horizontal fold, scat-tered creases, repaired paper loss to the left border, and faint uniform toning from previous display. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)









841. Johnny Gruelle. American writer and illustrator (1880–1938) whose stories featuring the rag dolls Raggedy Ann and Andy take a place among the most beloved and best-selling children’s litera-ture of all time. Five elaborate sketches, including two very rare sketches of Raggedy Ann and Andy, contained in a guest book of industrialist George D. Morgan at his Poniente Morgan Island retreat. The book itself measures 9 x 7 and was used from 1926–1937. The sketches span a period of two years of visits from 1935–1937. The first sketch depicts four images of two stick figures enjoying several cocktails at a table, agreeing at first to have just one, and progressing to say, “This is the last one,” as empty bottles are scattered on the floor, with the final image showing two obviously inebriated figures laying on the floor insisting that they are having their final drink. Signed underneath, “Aug 31-Sept 12, Johnny Gruelle, Miami Beach.” On the reverse of the same page, Gruelle has drawn several hilarious figures including a sparkling mint julep, six people playing poker, a woman raising another mint julep next to a large bottle of liquor, and poker chips and a card hand containing four aces. Gruelle has captioned the sketches, “Eloise and George give a mint julep, dinner, and poker party…Complete list of the seriously injured: Julia & Frank Tallman, Edna & Jesse Smith, Myrtle & Johnny Gruelle, Eloise & Georgie Morgan.”

Gruelle’s next visit comes on August 17, 1936. On the top of the page he draws five staggering stick figures with their glasses raised, captioned, “The gang with their mint juleps—Johnny Gruelle, A lovely, gorgeous party even if the help did get drunk—,” adding three images of the butler passed out in the left margin of the page. A bit lower on the page, he has drawn George and Eloise Morgan kicking the butler and cook in their rear ends, captioned “Down with the upper classes! Up with the forgotten man!!! 9:30—All is swell! All is swell! Wat the ‘ell! Gleeps! The day has finished!!!!!—Gleeps!!!” On the reverse of the page, dated August 12–September 8, 1936, Gruelle has drawn a charming image of Raggedy Ann and Andy saluting their hosts, George and Eloise, and their two dogs, with a quote from Raggedy Ann “The richest one is he who spends his life in kindness, making friends.” Beneath the sketch Gruelle writes, “For the lovely time you have given the Raggedys in their months visit, they will always have their arms about your shoulders—and their hearts will be filled with love and gratitude for your lovely friendship and generous hospitality—Myrtle & Johnny Gruelle.”

The final sketch from their September 1937 stay shows the Raggedys sitting in the grass holding hands, and is signed and inscribed, “The Raggedys, for the third time enjoy the lovely hospitality of Eloise and Georgie—Myrtle & Johnny Gruelle—Sep 21, 1937.” In fine condition, with mild uniform toning to pages, some scattered light staining, and wear to covers. Any sketch of even one of the Raggedys is quite uncommon, to have two is practically unheard of, paired with the three other rather adult-orientated images done for the host, make this book a one-of-a-kind item. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

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849. Walter Lantz. Original hand-painted production cel of Woody Woodpecker, 6.5 x 7, signed in the lower right in black felt tip by Lantz. Dou-ble-matted and framed to an overall size of 19.5 x 17.5. In fine condition, with a few light surface impressions. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

848. Walter Lantz. Printed sketch of Woody Woodpecker on an off-white 3 x 5 card, signed and inscribed in black ink, “To Agnes, Walter Lantz, 1991.” In fine condition, with light overall toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

847. Bill Justice and Milt Neil. Limited edition color postcard of the seven dwarfs, 6 x 4.25, 59/300, signed in black felt tip by Bill Justice and Milt Neil. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

846. Bill Justice and Milt Neil. Signed book: Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs: An Art in Its Making. First edition, first printing. NY: Hyperion, 1994. Hardcover with dust jacket, 11 x 9.75, 194 pages. Signed and inscribed on the title page, “Best wishes to Lenore, Bill Justice,” and “Milt Neil.” In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

845. Cecil Jensen. Editorial car-toonist (1902–1976) best known for his work at the Chicago Daily News. Original vintage ink sketch of a man puffing a cigar on an off-white 3.25 x 5 card, signed and inscribed, “To Leo J. McPeak, with best wishes, Cecil Jensen.” In fine condition, with light scattered toning and soiling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

844. Bill Hanna. Glossy 10 x 8 photo of Hanna with Fred Flintstone and Yogi Bear, signed in black felt tip, “Best wishes from Bill Hanna.” In fine condition, with a couple creases to lower corners. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

843. Milt Hammer. American car-toonist known for his Speck, Spot, and Sis comic strip. Original vintage signed ink sketch of Dink on an off-white 3.25 x 5.25 card, signed, “Dink and the rest of the gang sends regards…Milt Ham-mer.” Dated March 4, 1947, in another hand. In fine condition, with some light soiling. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

842. Matt Groening. Original signed felt tip sketch of Bart Simpson on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition, with an overall shade of toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)











852. Stan Lee. Color glossy 7.75 x 10 publicity photo of Lee surrounded by his comic book characters, signed in person in blue felt tip. Irregular adhesion to the signature, otherwise fine condition. Originally ob-tained by in-person specialist Mike Wehrmann. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

851. Stan Lee. Marvel Saga comic book, September 22, 1987, 6.5 x 10, 32 pages, signed on the front cover in black felt tip. In fine condition, with light toning to pages and a PSA/DNA label affixed to the lower right corner of the cover. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

850. Walter Lantz. Two glossy pho-tos of Lantz surrounded by his char-acters, one 5 x 7 and one 8 x 10, each signed and inscribed to “Sam Sanders,” with Lantz also sketching a Woody Woodpecker outline on the larger photo. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

8 5 3 . To m a n d Charles McKimson. Signed book: That’s all Folks! First edition, later printing. NY: Henry Holt and Company, 1988. Hardcover with dust jacket, 9.25 x 12.25, 252 pages. Signed and

inscribed in blue felt tip by Tom McKimson, drawing a word balloon coming from Bugs Bunny and signed in black felt tip by Charles McKimson, adding a small sketch of Tweety. In fine condition, with a couple small creases to dust jacket. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

854. Zack M o s l e y . Three items: ALS s igned “Zack,” one page, 8.5 x 11, October 10, 1986, Smilin’ Jack Chicago Tribune—New York News Synd—New York City let-terhead. Mosley writes to a fan, in part: “Buford and I became good friends during our Chicago Academy of Fine Arts days in late twenties and we all lived on Long Island N. Y. in thirties—Ten or so years ago, a Xmas card to Buford & Tibby at their, then, Calif. Add was returned address unknown. Some other cartoonists & I tried unsuccessfully to locate them—it’s a sad mystery—Tibby had two famous musical brothers—one was Lionel Newman—Music Man for movies”; and two printed Smilin’ Jack strips from July of 1936, each measuring 11 x 7.5, signed and inscribed in red ballpoint, “Cavu to Larry from Zack Mosley, 10-10-86,” with additional notes added. Light toning, a vertical crease running parallel to the left edge, and two small staple marks to the top left corner of the letter, and a few trivial staple marks to each of the comics, otherwise fine condition. RRAuction COA.…(MB $100)

855. Rose O’Neill. Illus-trator (1874–1944) known for creating the cartoon cupids, The K e w p i e s , which were featured in w o m e n ’ s m a g a z i n e s and comic str ips unt i l her retirement in 1937. Un-signed typed le t te r, one page, 8.5 x 11, Villas Nar-

cissus Capri, Italy, December 27, 1932. Cryptic letter to a friend. In part: “I am your loving ghost and you must talk to me, but you will know I have heard, and thought and squeaked and gibbered in the streets of Rome and cared about everything, but that I can’t answer (like Hamlet’s father, that conversable phantom). And you wept at my chirp and gave it a ‘larklike’ violin of Mozart to comfort it.” O’Neill has added numerous winged illustrations and notations throughout the text. In very good condition, with intersecting folds, scattered creases, light toning, and a few small edge chips and tears. RR Auc-tion COA.…(MB $200)

Illustrated letter by the creator of The Kewpies









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859. Charles Schulz. Original signed felt tip sketch of Snoopy sitting in the grass on an off-white 8 x 5 card, signed “Charles M. Schulz.” In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

858. Leon Schlesinger. Film producer (1884–1949) most noted for founding Leon Schlesinger Productions, which later became the Warner Bros. Cartoons studio, during the golden age of Hollywood animation. Colorful original hand-painted animation cel, gouache on full celluloid, circa 1940, of the hunched-over ‘Blind Beggar’ cartoon character, 12 x 9, signed in the lower right in black ink, “This is an original painting I used in:—‘Looney Tunes’ and ‘Merrie Melodies.’ Leon Schlesinger.” This character appeared in the 1940 Merrie Melo-dies cartoon entitled ‘Busy Bakers.’ Some slight irregular adhesion of paint to celluloid and a couple chips and ripples to edges, otherwise fine condition.RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

857. Bud Sagendorf. Original artwork for a three-panel Popeye comic strip, ink on artist’s cardstock, 19 x 6, signed and inscribed in the lower border in black felt tip, “Best wishes to Patrick, from Popeye an’ Bud Sagendorf ’72.” Also signed in the third panel by Sagendorf, using his stylized signature. A central vertical fold and rippling to bottom edge, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

856. Pulitzer Prize Cartoonists. Approximately 47 items, consisting of original and printed sketches, letters, and signatures, each signed by a Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist. Signers are: Rube Goldberg, Bill Mauldin, Vaughn Shoemaker, James T. Berryman, Reg Manning, Bruce M. Shanks, Edmund S. Valtman, Pat Oliphant, C. D. Batchelor, Herb Block, Tom Darcy, Michael Ramirez (4), Jim Borgman (4), Doug Marlette, Jim Morin (2), Steve Breen (2), Joel Pett (3), Nick Anderson, Ann Telnaes, Don Wright (3), Tony Auth, John Fischetti, Paul Szep, Jeff MacNelly, Mike Peters, Paul Conrad, Garry Trudeau, Walt Handelsman, Jules Feiffer, Dick Locher, Ben Sargent (2), Signe Wilkinson, Mike Luckovich, and Jack Higgins. In overall fine condition, with some light scattered toning. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Fantastic original Merrie Melodies hand-painted cel






862. Jerry Scott. Original signed felt tip sketch of Nancy on an off-white 5 x 3 card, signed “Jerry Scott, 5-22-85.” In fine con-dition, with toning to borders. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

861. Charles Schulz. Original hand-inked four panel Peanuts daily comic strip, dated June 19, 1964, on an off-white 27 x 6.75 sheet of artist’s cardstock. Strip depicts Lucy screaming at Charlie Brown, with Charlie attempting to reason why he never wins an argument. Signed vertically in black ink in the last panel, “Schulz,” and also signed in blue ink in the top border, “Best wishes—Charles M. Schulz.” Matted and framed, with a clipped Schulz envelope panel affixed to reverse, to an overall size of 31 x 10.5. In fine condition, with an unobtrusive central vertical fold between the second and third panel. The perfect combination of desirability: an uninscribed strip featuring two of Schulz’s most beloved characters. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

860. Charles S c h u l z . TLS s igned “Charles M. Schulz,” one page, 6.25 x 7, illustrated Pea-nuts personal l e t t e r h e a d , February 14, 1967. Letter to an aspiring cartoonist. In part: “I am glad to hear of your success with your cartoons and wish every success in the future. I am very flattered that you are doing a painting in my honor.” In fine condition, with a trivial spot of toning. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope and a letter of authenticity from James Spence. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

863. Richard Taylor. Original ink sketch of musicians on an off-white 4.25 x 10 card, signed in the lower left, “R. T.” Reverse bears numerous production marks and notations, including a New Yorker Editorial Department stamp. Affixed at the top to a slightly larger sheet. Mild scattered foxing and slight rippling to top, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“Every time we argue she wins” Charlie Brown ponders Lucy’s domination in

an uninscribed 1964 daily strip “I wonder why”





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868. Rudolph Wen-delin. Original signed ink and felt tip sketch of Smokey Bear on an off-white 5 x 3 card, signed, “Smokey and Rudolph Wendelin.” In fine con-dition, with an overall shade of toning. RR Auc-tion COA.…(MB $100)

869. Mort Walker. Original artwork for a three-panel Beetle Bailey comic strip, ink on artist’s cardstock, 18.25 x 6.25, signed and inscribed in the lower border in blue ballpoint, “With all best wishes to Dean Col-lins—Mort Walker.” Also signed in the third panel by Walker, using his stylized signature. A central vertical fold, scattered soiling, and slight rippling to bottom edge, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

867. Myron Wald-man. Limited edition hand-painted animation cel entitled ‘The Big One,’ numbered AP 37/50, 14 x 11, signed in gold ink by Waldman, and set against a pre-printed color satin-finish background. Cel bears

a 1990 King Features limited edition gold stamp. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

866. Myron Wald-man. Limited edi-tion hand-painted animation cel featur-ing Popeye feeding spinach to a genie, numbered 153/250, 14 x 11, signed in gold ink by Wald-man, and set against a pre-printed color satin-finish background. Cel bears a 1990 King Features limited edition gold stamp. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

865. Frank Thorne. Origi-nal felt tip sketch of Red Sonja on an off-white 11 x 14 sheet, signed, “Best wishes from Red Sonja and Frank Thorne.” Light scattered creases and some foxing to the borders, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

864. Ronald Searle. British satirical cartoonist (1920–2011) who provided illustrations for a number of newspapers, magazines, and books. Original signed ink sketch of a soldier on an off-white 7 x 9 sheet, signed in the lower left. Scat-tered foxing and toning, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)







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873. Enrico Caruso and Pol Plancon. Original vintage ink caricature sketch of Plancon, drawn by Caruso on an off-white 6.5 x 4 album page, and initialed “EC,” next to the sketch, and signed un-derneath, “Pol Plancon, New York, 16 Mars 1906.” The date added by Plancon was the day he and Caruso appeared together in Ponchielli’s La Gioconda at the Met, Caruso as Enzo, Plancon as Alvis. Some scattered light toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

872. Maria Callas. Hand-addressed and signed envelope, 6.75 x 4.5, filled out in Callas’s hand to “Mrs Lina Emery, 44 Port St., London, S. W. I,” and signed on the reverse, “Maria Callas.” Envelope bears an April 8, 1962, London, postmark. Envelope has been separated and is double-matted and framed with several strands of Callas’s hair, a color portrait, and a small name plaque, to an overall size of 20 x 15.25. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

871. Maria Callas and Giuseppe di Stefano. Program from a performance by Callas and di Stefano, 6 x 9, 7 pages, from their February 11, 1974, performance at the Academy of Music in Philadelphia. Signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Callas and in blue ballpoint by di Stefano. In fine condition, with a light central vertical fold passing through a single letter of Callas’s signature and a bit of light handling wear. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

870. Georges Bizet. French composer (1838–1875) whose operatic masterpiece, Carmen, was com-pleted just before his untimely death from heart disease. Scarce ALS in French, one page, 5.25 x 8, no date. Letter to Caro. In full (translated): “I’ve been grabbed by someone else for tomorrow and I was quite imprudent to promise you my evening. I will see Madame Trélant on Sunday and I will then talk to her. Hope to see you soon, with all my friendship.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, a uniform block of toning over text and signature, pencil notation to top edge, small tear to top edge, and small adhesive remnants to left side. With only a handful of letters from Bizet, this note represents one of the limited known communications that remain from the esteemed composer. RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

classic music

Caruso sketches Plancon on the day they appeared

together at the Met

Elegant Callas display including a lock of her hair

Uncommon correspondence from the tragic composer responsible for the

world-renowned operatic phenomena, Carmen





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877. Enrico Caruso. ALS in Italian, two pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.75 x 6.75, Conrad Uhl’s Hotel Bristol letterhead, Berlin, October 26, 1908. Letter to his lawyer, Silvio Berti. In full (translated): “As I am leaving tonight for Bremen—and from there I will sail for New York tomorrow—I have written a letter for my brother Giovanni. The letter is to be given to him in case of my death. He is to open it in front of witnesses so that my last wishes can be followed.” A vertical fold to the right border, some light foxing and a small tear where pages adjoin, and a few brushes to ink, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

876. Enrico Caruso. ALS, one page, 7.75 x 9.75, July 7, 1920. Letter to “Mr. Davies.” In part: “Thank you, once more, for your kindness to all the members of my fam-ily. Excuse the delay in my expressions of appreciation and with kind regards from Mrs. Caruso and myself.” In fine condition, with intersect-ing folds (two vertical folds passing through single letters of the signature), and light overall toning. An especially desirable example, as he writes “Caruso” in the main text, in addition to signing at the conclusion. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

875 . Enr ico Caruso. Vintage matte-finish 5.75 x 9 portrait of Ca-ruso by Herman Mishkin of New York, boldly signed and inscribed in black ink, “To Miss Ruth Donnelly, Sin-cerely, Enrico Ca-ruso, N. Y. 1914.” In very good condi-tion, with scattered surface marks, a couple small edge tears, light overall silvering to the im-age, and trimmed edges, s l ight ly affecting the in-scription and date.

Caruso inscribed this photo to the then 18-year-old Ruth Donnelly who was starring on Broadway in a George M. Cohan musical—she went on to have a long career on the stage and in Hollywood films. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

874. Enrico Caruso. Vintage 5.5 x 10.25 oversized real postcard photo of Caruso as the Duke of Mantua in ‘’Rigoletto,’ signed in fountain pen. In fine condition, with some scattered light surface marks. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Oversized postcard portrait of the famed tenor from Rigoletto

“The letter is to be given to him in case of my death”







878. Classical Music. Vintage spiral-bound autograph album, 6.25 x 4.5, signed inside primarily in fountain pen (a few in pencil) by ap-proximately 46 musicians, nearly all pages signed on a single side, with a few signatures clipped and affixed. Signers include: Leonard Ber-nstein, Jascha Heifetz, Eugene Ormandy, Marian Anderson, Nelson Eddy, Lily Pons, Artur Rodzinski, Mischa Elman, Alexander Brailowsky, Paul Meyer, Jan Peerce, Vladimir Dukelsky, Helen Traubel, Licia Albanese, Desi Halban, Raoul Jobin, Claudio Arrau, Leonard Warren, Cesare Sodero, Witold Malcuzynski, Karol Rathaus, Arpad Sandor, Zinka Milanov, Joseph Szigeti, Ethel Bartlett, Rae Robertson, James Melton, Ruth Posselt, Nathan Milstein, Franz Rupp, and Joseph Schuster. In overall fine condition, with some trivial soiling to a few pages and light toning to borders. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

880. Composers. Four untranslated ALSs, various lengths. Letters are from: Franz Abt, Sep-tember 18, 1891, about his song ‘Das Paradies der Kindheit’; Eugen d’Albert; Joachim Raff, December 10, 1871, about his Lieder and con-cert performances of his Praeludium and Gavotte; and Max von Schillings, March 18, 1909, about copyrights. In overall very good condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

880. Compos-ers. Five untrans-lated ALSs, various lengths and lan-guages. Letters are from: Henri Berton, July 1881, writing that he has finished his opera and is planning rehears-als; Ernest Guiraud; Jacques Fromental Halevy; Jacques Offenbach, February 3, 1879, in part; “I am leaving soon for Vienna…but don’t want to leave Paris without telling you how much pleasure your little note gave me”; and Ambroise Thomas, October 31, 1877, in part: “I hasten to inform you that I have just officially enrolled your young protegée Miss Dennery as a full time student.” In overall very good condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

879. Composers. Untranslated manuscript DS, one page, 6 x 4, a conclusion of a protocol about a debate signed at the conclusion by Bedrich Smetana and Anto-nin Dvorak as well as other musicians including Anton Brejcha, Purmann, Andrej Rindler, and one other. Docu-ment is affixed by its top edge to a 13.75 x 9.75 off-white board with two drawings by J. Kadlec, dated 1950, one of Dvorak, and one of Smetana.Several light horizontal folds affecting small portions of signatures, uniform ton-ing, and paper loss along bottom edge, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Dvorak and Smetana sign off on a debate

Fantastic collection of music signatures, including Heifetz, Anderson, Ormandy, and a super-early Bernstein








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886. Charles Gounod. French composer (1818–1893) known for his opera, Faust, and for his composition of ‘Ave Marie.’ ANS in

French, signed “Ch. Gounod,” on one of his 4 x 2.25 personal calling cards, no date. Note to a friend reads, in full (translated): “Here is the photograph. But, have you had some misfortune of which I am not aware? Your closing words ‘Very sadly yours’ cause me to be apprehensive.” Some soiling and surface loss to right edge, not af-fecting text, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by an unsigned carte-de-visite of Gounod by Ch. Reutlinger of Paris.Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

883. Mikhail Glinka. Beau-tifully penned ALS in Italian, signed, “Michele Glinka” (the Italian version of ‘Mikhail’), to Isidoro Cambiasi, December 6 [1832], one page, 4.75 x 7. Translated in full: “When I asked you to give me the pleasure of coming to my house at two, I had forgotten I had an appoint-ment at two thirty. I therefore beg you to anticipate a half hour your very kind visit. A thousand salutations to your very kind wife Cirilla.” In very

good condition, with light intersecting folds, scattered moderate surface creasing, uniform toning, some scattered light spots of soiling, and a professionally repaired tear towards the bottom edge. Glinka’s letters written in Russia have generally not entered into circulation, making his foreign correspondences the only obtainable Glinka letters. This piece, written during his brief three-year stay in Italy to his friend and music critic Isidoro Cambiasi, who mediated Glinka’s relationship with his musical publisher, the famous Ricordi house, is the only one we have ever offered! RRAuction COA.…(MB $200)

884. Antonin Dvorak. Esteemed Czech composer (1841–1904) of orchestral and chamber music, best known for his Symphony No. 9, ‘From the New World.’ Rare AMQS on an off-white 5.75 x 3.75 gilt-edged card. Dvorak pens seven bars of music from the first movement of his Piano Quartet No. 2 in A Major, Op. 81, boldly signed below, “Antonin Dvorak,” and dated March 25, 1896. In fine to very fine condition. The quintet is acknowledged as one of the masterpieces in the form. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

885. Eugen d’Albert. Scottish-born German composer (1864–1932) of operas and much orchestral and piano music. Vintage 3.25 x 5.25 British postcard photo, signed vertically in fountain pen. In fine condition. RRAuc-tion COA.…(MB $200)

882. Alfredo Casella. AMQS on an off-white 5.5 x 3.5 card. Casel-la pens two bars of music, signed below and dated Berlin, 1938. In fine condition, with light overall toning and a slight brush to the date. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

“Have you had some misfortune of which I am not aware? Your

closing words ‘Very sadly yours’ cause me to be apprehensive”

One of the rarest great 19th century composers

Pristine quote from a Dvorak masterpiece








887. Edvard Grieg. Rare AMQS on an off-white 3 x 4.75 card, Grieg pens two measures from his ‘Vio-lin Sonata No. 1 in F Major, Op. 8,’ signed at the bottom, “Edvard Grieg.” Quote is affixed to an identical size card. Matted and framed with a bronze portrait medal to an over-all size of 13.5 x 17; the frame back bears the printed label and red wax seal of noted dealer Charles Hamilton. Faint soiling and fingerprints, otherwise fine condition. Grieg composed this sonata in 1865 when he was just 22, and it is one of three sonatas for violin and piano among his works. A desirable musical quotation dashed off with great panache. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

888. Vic tor Herbert. Vin-tage matte-finish 10 x 12 portrait of Herbert with an image area of 6 x 8, signed and inscribed in the upper border in black ink, “To my very dear friends, Mr. and Mrs. Emil Winter, with all good wishes, Vic-tor Herbert, Sept. 11th, 1915.” To the upper left, Herbert has added a brief

three-bar AMQS from his 1911 opera Natoma. Photo affixed to a same-size mount. In very good condition, with a small tear to the upper border (slightly affecting inscription), light foxing and toning to borders, some spotting and silvering to the image, and a couple chips to the left edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Exquisite portrait of the famed operetta composer,

signed with an AMQS891. Jules Massenet. AMQS on a 3.5 x 5.5 pic-ture postcard with an image o f M i l e s i ’ s L’aspettativa. M a s s e n e t pens two bars of music in the bottom border, labeling the top “Testo,” sign-ing “M. Mas-senet, Paris, avri l 1906,” and adding a brief senti-ment to the top border. In very good condition, with uniform toning, light edge wear, a bit of soiling, and mounting remnants to reverse. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

889. Franz Lehar. Popular Aus-trian composer (1870–1948) of ‘light’ classical music, best known for his operetta, ‘The Merry Widow.’ Vintage matte-finish 3.25 x 5.5 photo, inscribed in German in fountain pen, and signed by Lehar, and dated February 15, 1929, with Lehar adding a magnificent five-bar AMQS from his work ‘Friederike.’ In fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

890. Giacomo Meyerbeer. ALS in French, signed “Meyerbeer,” one page, 5.25 x 8.25, no date. Letter asking for an appointment with the painter Camille Roqueplan. In fine condition, with scattered light toning and soiling, mainly to the edges, and pencil notation to lower left. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Rare Opus 8 musical quote






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893. Opera. Twenty-three photos of various finishes, ranging in size from 4.75 x 6.75 to 8 x 10, each signed in ink by the opera singer pictured. Many are inscribed. Signers are: Giovanni Martinelli, Lauritz Melchior (2), Beniamino Gigli, Jan Peerce (2), Antoinette Stella, Montserrat Caballe, Birgit Nilsson, Leontyne Price, Joan Sutherland (2), Beverly Sills, Renata Scotto, Jarmila Novotna, Robert Merrill, Eva Turner, Renata Tebaldi (3), Jennie Tourel, Kiri Te Kanawa, and Maria Ivogun. In overall fine condition, with various scat-tered creases, light brushing to a few signatures, and trimmed edges to a few photos. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

894. Giacomo Puccini. Italian composer (1858–1924) who earned a central place in the operatic pantheon with such repertoire staples as ‘La boheme,’ ‘Madama Butterfly,’ and ‘Tosca.’ ALS in Italian, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 4.5 x 7, George Washington letterhead, no date. Untranslated letter, written on board the George Washington, while on his way to New York for the first presentation of La fanciulla del West at the Metropolitan Opera. In fine condition, with some light show-through from writing on opposite sides. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

892. Jules Massenet. Two letters, each in French, each signed “J. Massenet”: ALS, April 16, 1882, to a fellow composer. “I regret that the orchestral score of the Prelude to the 3rd Act of Herodiade hasn’t appeared yet—it won’t be long now and I will consider it an honor to send it to you immediately. Please accept my expres-sion of collegiality”; and an ALS, October 21, 1902, “How very nice of you and your mother to remember your faithful friend. -- O those days in Milan, Parma, and Paris!” In fine condition, with some mild toning. Accompanied by an unsigned Henri Manuel postcard photo. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Puccini writes at sea on his way to premier La Fanciulla del West at the Met








896. Pol Plancon. Vintage 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by Aime Dupont of New York, signed and inscribed in foun-tain pen in French to soprano Clementine de Vere Sapio (translated): “To my very dear Comrade and Friend Madame de Vere Sapio Her Mephisto for one day Pol Plancon 1897.” Some light silvering to darker areas of image, visible only at an angle, a bit of trivial spotting to image, and mounting rem-nants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

895. Eugene Ormandy and Van Cliburn. Program for the Philadel-phia Orchestra, December 1961, 6 x 9, 31 pages, signed on the inside program page in blue ballpoint by Ormandy and Cliburn. Mild scattered creases and a small tear to the back cover, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

900. Johann Strauss III. Aus-trian composer whose uncles were Johann Strauss II and Josef Strauss, and whose grandfather was Johann Strauss I. Vintage 3.25 x 5.25 postcard photo, signed in white ink, with Strauss adding a three-bar AMQS from an un-identified work. In fine condition, with some scattered light surface marks and rubbing. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

899. Singers. Four items: three vintage photos, various sizes and finishes, signed in fountain pen by the singer pic-tured: Beniamino Gigli (ins) as des Grieux in ‘Manon,’ Al-exander Sved, and Emman-uel List; and a program page from a 1937 performance signed in pencil by Joseph Schmidt. In overall very good to fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

898. Singers. Collection of eight items: vintage 3.5 x 5.5 photo of Alessandro Bonci, signed and inscribed in fountain pen and dated 1912, and affixed to a slightly larger sheet, an unsigned 5 x 7 photo of Bonci by Aime Dupont, and a program page from his November 22, 1910, recital, signed vertically in fountain pen, and affixed to a larger white sheet; a signed cabinet photo of Leopold Demuth, dated 1904, and an AQS on an off-white album page, which translates to “Truth isn’t always plausible”; a one-page ALS from Gilbert Duprez, signed “G. Duprez,” to composer-conductor Albert Vizentini, of the Royal Academy of Music. In part (translated): “very sick today. Head and throat attacked…promise to do everything I possibly can to go to the final performance”; a four-page ALS from Amalie Joachim to Jules Sachs concert agency emphatically stating her conditions for a concert tour. She is to have 15,000 Marks for 48 concerts in three months and all her travel expenses including hotels are to be paid for; and a twice-signed ALS from Gustave-Hippolyte Roger, dated December 31, 1860, about his fees for his upcoming concert tour of Germany. In overall very good condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

897. Anton Rubinstein. Russian pianist and composer (1829–1894) acclaimed as one of the foremost keyboard artists of all time. Original 4.25 x 6.5 cabinet photo by J. Ganz of Brussels, signed on the reverse in black ink, “Ant. Rubinstein.” Light scattered surface marks and spots to the image, some light toning and soiling, and an ink notation to the upper left corner of the reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)








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904. Giuseppe Verdi. Unsigned hand-addressed en-velope, 4.75 x 3.5, addressed by Verdi to “Exc. Mr. Galimberti, Locanda Maggiore, Montecatini, Val di Nievole.” Envelope is also postmarked June 6, 1893. In very good condition, with light brushing to address, scattered light soiling, and a trivial tear to right edge. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

9 0 3 . A m b r o i s e Thomas. ALS in French, four pages on two adjoining sheets, 5.25 x 8, Paris, October 26, 1858. Untranslated letter in French. In very good condition, with intersecting folds (two vertical folds passing through single letters of the signature), some show-through from writing to opposing sides, and mounting remnants to the right border of the final page. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

902. Igor Stravinsky. Program from Stravinsky’s performance with the Boston Symphony Orchestra at the Metropolitan Theatre in Providence, on November 28, 1939, 5.5 x 8.5, 20 pages, signed and inscribed on the third page in fountain pen. In fine condition, with a light central vertical fold and mild handling wear. RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

901. Igor Stravinsky. ALS in French, signed “I. Stravinsky,” one page both sides, 8 x 10.5, April 12, 1938. Letter written from the RMS Aquitania to Mr. Dushkin (Samuel Dushkin, world re-nowned violinist and close friend, with whom he cooperated in composing many pieces, including Violin Concerto). In part (translated): “…I just sent to Nadia (63 Garden Street, Cambridge, Mass.) the third movement of my new concerto (two rolls one week apart) in response to her cable which was announcing the concert at Mrs. Bliss for May 1st (sic). You are saying on the other hand that it will take place on May 8th. It is a good thing, because I was dreading the little amount of time to make the copy which would be imprudent to undertake here in Europe…with above all uncertainty to have it on time for the rehearsals.” In fine condition, with central horizontal and vertical folds and light show-through from text on opposite side. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope addressed in Stravinsky’s hand. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

While at sea, Stravinsky attempts to plan an upcoming performance “I just sent to Nadia…the III rd movement of my new concerto…

in response to her cable which was announcing the concert”








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905. Beatles. An incredibly rare invitation ex-tended to a young woman to appear on the July 11, 1964, ABC Television show Lucky Stars Summer Spin, one page, 7.75 x 10. Typed on ABC Televi-sion Limited letterhead, inviting the woman to the studio for noon, with a live broadcast scheduled at 5:50 pm. Signed on the reverse in blue ballpoint by John Lennon, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr, and in black ballpoint by Paul McCartney. Harrison has added a second signature in black felt tip. Reverse is also signed in pencil by Mike Pender and Paul of the Big 3. Intersecting folds, none affecting any of the Beatles’s signatures, scattered foxing over three of the signatures, a few pin-size areas of paper loss along folds, light wrinkling and handling wear, and Harrison’s felt tip signature fairly light, but still legible, other-wise very good condition. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the invitation’s recipient and a certificate of authenticity from Tracks.

Immediately following the Liverpool premier of A Hard Day’s Night, The Beatles headed back to London for their appearance on ABC’s Thank Your Lucky Stars special Summer Spin episode the next day. They arrived at ABC’s Teddington Studio Centre around 1:45 pm to rehearse for the 5:50-6:35 pm live transmission, in which they performed ‘A Hard Day’s Night,’ ‘Long Tall Sally,’ ‘Things We Said Today,’ and ‘You Can’t Do That.’ Customarily shot six days before airing, The Beatles appearance was one of only a handful of the show’s live episodes; when ITV technicians went on strike on July 5th, they were forced to change the original plans to pre-tape at the Alpha Studios in Aston, Birmingham. A fantastically rare item signed by all four members, this is a wonderful addition to any Beatles collection! Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $900)

906. Beatles: George Harri-son. ALS signed “George xxx,” on a 6 x 6 Dark Horse photo postcard, no date, but circa 1974-75. Letter to American guitarist Jesse Ed Davis. In full: “Its swinging—dry tears now and let’s have a smile—Call you in April/May—whilst in L.A. Lovely to hear from You—Patti and Billy too Take care of yourselves (the office in L.A. will phone you about the record—when it’s ready) love to you all God Bless.” In good to very good condition, with pink highlighter applied over signature and portion of address, scattered

creasing and soiling,removed postage stamp, several stamps to edges, and creasing and light surface loss to image side. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Davis appeared on George Harrison’s 1975 album Extra Texture and this card may well reference the recording of said album which took place in Los Angeles between April and June 1975. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

contemporary musicScarce invitation to an unexpectedly live

television appearance on the Thank Your Lucky Stars Summer Spin signed by the Fab Four

George sends one of his Dark Horse postcards to Jesse Ed Davis





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contemporary music

909. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Clipped newspaper article from the June 6, 1991, Cornish Guardian, 8.5 x 17.5, featuring an image of McCartney performing, signed on the image in black ink. In fine condition, with intersecting folds and irregular edges due to nature of article. Accompanied by a ticket from McCartney’s June 7, 1991, concert at the Cornwall Coliseum. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

910. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Abbey Road album (modern pressing) signed on the front cover in black felt tip. Mild album im-pression to cover, some light contrast to end portion of signature, and some edge creasing, otherwise fine condition. The record is included. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

907. Beatles: Lennon and Harrison. Vintage glossy 5.25 x 3.5 deckle-edge Top Star promo card photo, signed on the reverse in blue ballpoint by John Len-non and in black ballpoint by George Harrison. Some light creases and impressions to image side, uniform toning to reverse and signatures just a shade light, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from the original recipient and a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

908. Beatles: George Harrison. Apple Records, Inc. business check, 8 x 3.5, filled out in another hand and signed by Harrison, payable to Fabrica for £9-15, March 22, 1971. Expected stamps to body, two punch holes near top edge, and a red ink cancellation mark through small portion of last name of signature, otherwise fine condi-tion. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Top Star promo card from John and George







911. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Vintage ballpoint signature, “Paul McCart-ney,” on an off-white 4.25 x 2.75 album page, with a lock of McCartney’s hair (contained inside plastic), taped to the bottom of the page. Old tape remnants and toning, a bit just touching the top of a single letter of signature, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and a letter of provenance from the original recipient which reads, in part: “It was around 1965/1966, my Dad use to…[get] complimentary tickets for the BBC Radio programmes…We planned to cut a piece of Paul’s hair…and went pre-pared with scissors. When the Beatles left the studio we mobbed them with a crowd of other fans and just grabbed his hair and cut.” Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

912. Beatles: Paul McCartney. Birth-day card featuring a wine glass on the front, 6.25 x 6.25 closed, signed inside in black ink, “Have a great one! Paul, x,” along with a small heart. In fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

913. Irving Berlin. Strik-ing v in tage glossy 8 x 10 three-quarter length 20th Century Fox publicity pho-to of Berlin, signed and in-scribed in foun-tain pen, “For Louis Morris, Irving Berlin.” Scattered light creasing and surface marks, mild rippling to the right edge, some light silvering to the darker areas of the image, and moderate contrast to the signature and inscription against the darker background, and brushing to the inscription, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

914. Irving Berlin. TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, July 1, 1953. Letter to Dr. Alfred Charles Levy. In full: “I have been in California for the past three months and this is the first time I’ve had a chance to thank you for your nice birthday note. It was thoughtful and I appreciate it.” In fine condition, with trivial scattered soiling. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

915. George M. Cohan. ALS in pencil, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, no date, circa February 1942. Letter to Dick Hyman. In part: “Just got your letter regard-ing the Banshees luncheon in April. Much as I should like to be with you all my plans are so uncertain at this time.” Hyman typed his response to the letter on the reverse, dated February 9, 1942. Toning to borders, paperclip impression to upper left, and a pencil notation to lower left, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Nice Paul signature along with a lock of his hair, snipped by a schoolgirl







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917. Patsy Cline. Decca Records 45 rpm single of ‘She’s Got You/Strange,’ record number 31354m, signed on the label in blue ballpoint by Cline. In fine condition, with a couple small notations to labels. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

916. Marc B o l a n . Bolan pens partial lyrics to the song ‘ F u n k y Childhood,’ one page, 6 x 9, in full (spell-i n g a n d g r a m m a r retained): “1. for to-day / an -cient build-ing/ cloack i n a g e / the foggy r e a l m s / of a dick-ens/ page, school at/ 4 thru knoledge/ door, a funky/ childhood in London.” Scattered creases and some mild toning, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a copy of a letter indicating that the page was pur-chased from the proprietors of the official Marc Bolan fan club and a certificate of authenticity from Tracks. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

918. Jimi Hendrix. Vintage felt tip signature, “Jimi Hendrix,” on an off-white 4.25 x 2 album page. Nicely quadruple-matted and framed with two photos of Hendrix to an overall size of 21.75 x 17.75. A uniform shade of toning and the signature a shade light, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auc-tion COA.…(MB $300)

Cline signs ‘She’s Got You,’ her #1 follow-up to ‘Crazy,’ which led to her American

Bandstand appearance






921. Elvis Presley. Vintage ballpoint signature and inscrip-tion on an off-white 3.5 x 2.25 card. Mounted and framed to an overall size of 7.75 x 5.75. In very good condition, with scattered creases and soiling. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

920. Darius Milhaud. Score to Chansons du Car-naval de Londres. Paris: Editions Salabert, 1950. Softcover, 9.75 x 12.5, 44 pages. Signed on the title page in blue ballpoint, “Mil-haud.” Moderate toning to borders, partial separation to cover, and a couple light creases, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

919. Led Zeppelin. Led Zeppe-lin II album signed and inscribed on the front cov-er in blue ball-point, “Best wishes Shar-man, Robert Plant,” and “John Bon-ham.” Scat-tered l ight creases, sur-face rubbing, and a mild ‘ring of wear’ to back cover, otherwise fine condition. The record is included. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Tracks and a letter of provenance from the original recipient, a neighbor of Bonham’s, which reads, in part: “I asked Mrs. Bonham (pat) if John would give me his autograph and, as a result of that conversation, I took round a copy of Led Zeppelin II, met John Bonham and Robert Plant, and they autographed the album for me.” Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

922. Queen. S e l f - t i t l e d debut album signed on the front cover in black felt tip by Freddie Mer-cury, Br ian May, Roger Taylor, and John Deacon. A noticeable ‘ring of wear’ and scattered creases to borders of the cover, otherwise fine condition. The record is included. Accompanied by an unsigned ‘Keep Yourself Alive’ bilingual exhibition booklet, in which the here-offered item is pictured. This piece originates from Queen’s official charity auction ‘Keep Yourself Alive 1992.’ Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Extremely scarce fully signed debut album from their 1992 charity

auction ‘Keep Yourself Alive’

923. Frank Sinatra. Program for a performance of The Adventures of Nasr Ed-Din from the opening of the Frank Sinatra Cultural Home in Israel, June 26, 1965, 5 x 9, three pages, signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint by Sinatra. In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

‘Bonzo’ signs Zeppelin’s sophomore effort for a neighbor






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925. Rolling Stones: Brian Jones. ALS signed “Brian,” one page both sides, 7 x 9, no date, but circa 1968. Letter to Linda Keith beginning “Dearest, darling Linda.” In full: “I’m presently very smashed. I have to tell you, we (Ossie Clark and I) were talking about people who should do the Eamon Andrews show and after suggesting a few really groovy people to fuck Eamon’s head up, Ossie suggested ‘How about Linda Keith to really floor him’ Wow! How people dig you. I’m getting two houses together Linda, a good scene, one in town & one in the country—please be with me, I’m so lonely by myself. I need you so badly & I love you so much, please understand what fucked us up before, a terrible combination of events. Please let’s start again. PLEASE MARRY ME. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds and creases, scattered light staining, not affecting the legibility, and some wrinkling. Provenance: Christies, New York, 2007.

As Brian Jones’s substance abuse spiraled out of control, his place in the Rolling Stones became less and less clear. In March 1967, after hit-ting girlfriend Anita Pallenberg while on tour in Marrakesh, Jones found himself hospitalized and alone. Pallenberg left him for bandmate Keith Richards, and in response, Jones began dating Richards’s ex-girlfriend Linda Keith, further damaging the already strained relationship. Both heavily addicted to drugs and explosive in temperament, they made an intense and destructive couple. Well-known among musicians, Linda Keith played a major role in discovering Jimi Hendrix and also served as the inspiration for the song ‘Ruby Tuesday.’ Retelling a conversation with quintessential Swingin’ Sixties designer and fellow party animal Ossie Clark about getting Keith on the popular Eamonn Andrews show, Jones gushes over Linda. This rambling letter, written towards the end of his time with the Stones, illustrates the passion and desperation that characterized his final years. An intimate look at the private thoughts of a musical legend. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

924. Queen: Freddie Mer-cury. ALS signed “Freddie,” on the inside of a 4.25 x 6 greeting card, no date. A thank you letter to “Daisy & Nigel.” In full: “Many thanks for a super evening—Such wonderful conversation and fab food! We must meet up soon. Lots of love and big kiss to Cappy!” Signed at the conclusion by Mercury and also signed “Jim xx,” (Jim Hutton, Freddie’s life partner). In fine condition. “Daisy” is David Evans, longtime friend of Mercury’s and author of This Was the Real Life—this note was reproduced in that book and originates from the author’s personal collection. Provenance: Bonhams, 2010. Items of such a personal nature seldom come to the market place. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

926. Queen. A Kind of Magic concert program, 9.5 x 13.25, signed inside, in person, in black ballpoint on their individual pages by Brian May, Roger Taylor, and John Deacon and in black felt tip by Freddie Mercu-ry. In fine condition, with light creas-ing to front cover and mild handling wear. A Kind of Magic was the band’s last tour as a complete group, since Mercury was diagnosed with HIV the following year. Pre-certified Roger Epperson/REAL and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

In 1986, Queen signs in person on their final tour

A “very smashed” Jones begs off-and-on girlfriend Linda Keith to be his wife: “Please let’s start again. PLEASE MARRY ME. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE”









939. Elmer BernsteinMB $100

938. Tony BennettMB $100

937. Beatles: James McCartney

MB $100

936. Beatles: George Martin

MB $100

935. Beatles: Sean LennonMB $100

934. The Band: Robbie Robertson

MB $100

933. Pearl BaileyMB $100

932. Ashford and SimpsonMB $100

931. Anderson Bruford Wakeman Howe

MB $100

930. Alice in ChainsMB $100

929. Christina AguileraMB $100

928. Aerosmith: Steven Tyler

MB $100

927. AerosmithMB $100

942. Eubie BlakeMB $100

941. Eubie BlakeMB $100

940. Black SabbathMB $100





















958. Emerson, Lake, and PalmerMB $100

957. Duke EllingtonMB $200

956. The Eagles: Randy Meisner

MB $100

955. Eddy DuchinMB $100

954. Fats DominoMB $100

953. Eddie ‘Lockjaw’ DavisMB $100

952. Bobby DarinMB $100

951. The CowsillsMB $100

950. The CommodoresMB $100

949. Nat King ColeMB $200

948. Cab CallowayMB $100

947. James BrownMB $100

946. Jacques BrelMB $100

945. Blues MagoosMB $100

944. Blues LegendsMB $100

943. Blue CheerMB $100



















968. Jimi Hendrix Experi-ence: Noel Redding

MB $100

967. HeartMB $100

966. HeartMB $100

965. Buddy GuyMB $100

964. Guns N’ Roses: SlashMB $100

963. Dave GrohlMB $100

962. Stephane GrappelliMB $100

961. Vince GillMB $100

960. Walter GiesekingMB $100

959. Peter GabrielMB $100

970. Michael JacksonMB $200

969. Claude HopkinsMB $100

972. Jefferson StarshipMB $100

971. Jazz and Blues LegendsMB $100

974. Huey Lewis and the News

MB $100

973. John Lennon TributeMB $200




















990. Rolling Stones: Charlie Watts

MB $100

989. Max RoachMB $100

988. Lou ReedMB $100

987. The RamonesMB $200

986. Bonnie RaittMB $100

985. Phish: Trey AnastasioMB $100

984. Pearl Jam: Eddie Vedder

MB $100

983. Sinead O’ConnorMB $100

982. MorrisseyMB $100

981. Monterey Pop Festival

MB $100

980. Glenn MillerMB $200

979. John MellencampMB $100

978. Martha and the Vandellas

MB $100

977. Guy LombardoMB $100

976. Little RichardMB $100

975. Little RichardMB $100



















998. Britney SpearsMB $100

997. Kate SmithMB $100

996. Grace SlickMB $100

995. Carlos SantanaMB $100

994. RushMB $100

993. Diana RossMB $100

992. Rolling Stones: Ronnie Wood

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991. Rolling Stones: Ronnie Wood

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1002. James TaylorMB $100

1001. Talking HeadsMB $100

1000. StyxMB $100

999. Stray CatsMB $100

1003. The TemptationsMB $100

1005. Van HalenMB $100

1004. The TurtlesMB $100

1006. Sarah VaughanMB $100




















1022. Beatles: George Martin

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1021. The Beach Boys: Dennis Wilson

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1020. Beach BoysMB $100



1017. Bad CompanyMB $100

1016. AsiaMB $100



1013. Yes: Rick WakemanMB $100

1012. YesMB $100

1011. WoodstockMB $100

1010. The Who: Pete Townshend

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1009. The Who: Townshend and Talmy

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1008. Mark WahlbergMB $100

1007. Village PeopleMB $100



















1027. The CarsMB $200

1026. Blue Oyster CultMB $100

1025. Black SabbathMB $100

1024. Jeff BeckMB $100

1023. Beatles: Klaus Voormann

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1030. Alice CooperMB $100

1029. Cheap TrickMB $100


1034. Aretha FranklinMB $100

1033. Aretha FranklinMB $100

1032. Marianne FaithfullMB $100

1031. The DoorsMB $100

1038. Jimi Hendrix: Gypsy Sun and Rainbows

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1037. Debbie HarryMB $100

1036. Guns N’ RosesMB $200

1035. The Grateful Dead: Tom Constanten

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1054. James TaylorMB $100

1053. Styx and ForeignerMB $100

1052. The SearchersMB $100

1051. ScorpionsMB $100

1050. Run DMCMB $100


1048. Ozzy OsbourneMB $100

1047. Motley CrueMB $100

1046. Steve MillerMB $100

1045. Lovin’ SpoonfulMB $100

1044. Cyndi LauperMB $100

1043. The KinksMB $100

1042. Billy JoelMB $100

1041. Billy JoelMB $100

1040. Iron MaidenMB $100

1039. Human LeagueMB $100





















1055. The Turtles and The Monkees

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1056. UFOMB $100

1062. The Who: Pete Townshend

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1061. The WhoMB $100

1060. The VenturesMB $100

1059. Vanilla FudgeMB $100

1065. AC/DCMB $200

1064. Frank ZappaMB $100

1063. Young RascalsMB $100


1069. Green DayMB $200


1067. Chad and JeremyMB $200

1070. Willie NelsonMB $200




















1085. Buffalo SpringfieldMB $100

1084. BlondieMB $100

1083. Beatles: Ringo StarrMB $100

1082. Beatles: QuarrymenMB $100

1081. Beatles: Best and White

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1080. Beach Boys: Brian Wilson

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1078. Badfinger: Joe Molland

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1077. AsiaMB $100

1076. AsiaMB $100

1075. Louis ArmstrongMB $100

1074. AC/DCMB $100

1073. 13th Floor Elevators: Roky Erickson

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1072. Red Hot Chili Peppers

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1071. Katy PerryMB $200

1086. Canned HeatMB $100


















1099. Guns N’ Roses: Slash

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1098. Grammy AwardsMB $200

1097. FoghatMB $100

1096. Ella FitzgeraldMB $100

1095. Emerson, Lake, and PalmerMB $100



1092. DrummersMB $100

1091. Def Leppard and Whitesnake

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1090. Def LeppardMB $100

1089. Jean de ReszkeMB $100


1087. Johnny CashMB $100

1102. Rolf HarrisMB $100

1100. Sammy HagarMB $100



















1113. KISSMB $100

1112. KISSMB $200

1111. KansasMB $100

1110. Jan and DeanMB $100

1109. Michael JacksonMB $200

1108. Herman’s HermitsMB $100


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1105. HeartMB $100

1104. HeartMB $100

1103. Tony HatchMB $100

1118. Cyndi LauperMB $100

1117. Lady GagaMB $100

1116. Lady GagaMB $100

1115. Billy J. Kramer and the Dakotas

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1114. KISS: Peter CrissMB $100
























1124. Don McLeanMB $100

1123. Lynyrd SkynyrdMB $100

1122. Loretta LynnMB $100

1121. Lovin’ SpoonfulMB $100

1120. Jerry Lee LewisMB $100

1119. Oscar Levant and Edward Heyman

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1126. Glenn MillerMB $100

1125. MetallicaMB $100

1127. Parliament Funkadelic

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1128. Les PaulMB $100

1129. Luciano Pavarotti and Beverly Sills

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1130. Pick GuardsMB $100

1131. Bobby ‘Boris’ PickettMB $100

1134. Pulitzer Prize MusicMB $200

1133. The Pointer SistersMB $100

1132. Pink FloydMB $200























1135. QuarterflashMB $100

1150. Frank and Moon Unit Zappa

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1149. The Who: Roger Daltrey

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1148. Vanilla FudgeMB $100


1146. Three Dog Night: Chuck Negron

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1145. Taylor SwiftMB $100

1144. StyxMB $100

1143. Rod StewartMB $100

1142. SoundgardenMB $100

1141. Sonny and CherMB $100

1140. Sonny and CherMB $100

1139. ScorpionsMB $100

1138. Sonny RollinsMB $100

1137. Richard RodgersMB $100


















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1153. Humphrey Bogart. DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, Decem-ber 7, 1953. Bogart approves “the play now entitled Angels’ Cooking as the ‘basic material’…upon which the second of two (2) motion pictures photoplays…shall be based.” Signed at the conclusion by Bogart and a Paramount Pictures rep-resentative. In fine condition, with overall creases and some mild foxing and soiling. The film was released in 1955 under the title We’re No Angels. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

1152. Birth of a Nation. Matte-finish 10 x 8 photo of Grant and Lee from the film, signed and inscribed in black felt tip, “To David, Sincerely, Donald Crisp, 1973 Happy Days,” and, “To my good friend Dave, Joseph Henabery, 1973.” In very good to fine condition, with light scattered creases and surface impressions, a small tear to the lower border, and a few spots and marks to the image. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1151. Sarah Bernhardt. Vintage matte-finish 5.25 x 8 photo of Ber-nhardt by A. Bert of Paris, affixed to its original 10 x 13 mount, signed and inscribed on the mount in black ink in French, and dated 1911. In very good c o n d i t i o n , w i th heavy overall foxing to mat and slight bleed-ing to ink. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Bogart signs on for We’re No Angels

Scarce photo signed by The Birth of a Nation’s ‘Lincoln’ and ‘Grant’

Oversized portrait of ‘The Divine Sarah,’ seated on a throne

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1158. James Dean. Vintage ink signature, “James Dean,” on an off-white 3 x 1.5 irregularly

clipped slip, affixed to a slightly larger black slip. Beautifully double-cloth-matted and framed with a portrait of Dean to an overall size of 16.5 x 21.5. Light overall toning and soiling, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1157. Dorothy Dandr idge. Scarce ALS, one page, 4 x 5, dated Septem-ber 15, 1953, in another hand. Letter to “Mr. Star.” In full: “Just a note to say thank you so very much for the n ice things you have said about me. It means a lot, and I am most greatful [sic].” In fine condi-tion. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1156. Joan Crawford. TLS signed “Joan,” one page, 6.25 x 10, personal letterhead, June 9, 1953. Letter to Eylla Jacobus. In part: “I, too, am sorry you didn’t get down to see the ‘High Yellow’ number—but I hope you like it when you see it on film…It was very fortunate for me to have had you on ‘Torch Song’ and I look forward to the happy occasion of the next picture we may work on together.” Letter is taped by its horizontal edges to an 8.5 x 11 scrapbook page, with four candid photos from the set affixed to the reverse. In fine condition, with aforementioned tape. Eylla Jacobus worked as a script surpervisor for over 30 years, including such films as Blackboard Jungle, Forbidden Planet, and The Three Stooges in Orbit. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1155. Charlie Chaplin. DS, one page, 5 x 3.25, October 14, 1940. A release authorizing the News Syndicate Co. “[To use] pictures of me for display—or otherwise to advertise the work of your studio.” In fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1154. Richard Burton. TLS signed “Richard,” one page, 7 x 9.75, personal letterhead, April 2, 1963. Letter to writer Oliver Sandys. In part: “Thank you so much for your kind letter and the copy of your ‘Miracle Stone of Wales.’ It is a fascinating book and I enjoyed reading it im-mensely.” At the conclusion, Burton has added a handwritten postscript, signed “R.,” in full: “P. S. One of these days we will put C. E. on the screen or stage—as himself if that is possible.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds and toned tape remnants affixed to borders of the center panel. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

Chaplin grants permission to the News Syndicate to use his image

classic entertainment








1159. Douglas Fairbanks, Jr. ALS signed “Doug F.,” one page on a 5.5 x 3.75 postcard depicting a sketch of a house, no date. Letter to George Cukor. In part: “Having been away from the shores for months & months, ...it wasn’t until a few days ago I realized you were working here. And aside from being miffed at not having even so much as a ‘walk-on’ part (!!!), I would—we would—love to see you again. I know how arduously you work & how little you’d normally want to dine out, but if you could, and would, we’d love to have you—very quietly, I promise (or, as I wrote Kate on the same subject, we could arrange the reverse if you’d prefer!).” In fine condition, with a light erased pencil notation to the top. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1160. W. C. Fields. ALS signed “William Fields,” one page, 5 x 8, recipient’s personal letterhead, post-marked August 9, 1939. Letter to his longtime mistress, Carlotta Monti, addressed here as “Miss C. Douglas.” In full: “Just a few brief words to hope you are well and happy.” In fine condition, with light overall creases. Ac-companied by the original mailing envelope, filled out in Fields’s hand. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1161. Errol Flynn. Personal check, 8.25 x 3.25, filled out in type and signed by Flynn, payable to Pasadena-First National Bank for $20,000.00, March 12, 1947. In fine condition, with a couple corner tip dings and expected cancellation stamps and holes, none affect-ing the clean signature area. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1163. Clark Gable. Per-sonal check, 8.25 x 3.25, filled out in t y p e a n d s igned by Gable, “Clark Gable,” payable to Laverne Keesee for $40, December 21, 1948. Three vertical folds (one passing through a single letter of the signature), expected cancellation holes, and slight haloing to the signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1162. John Ford. DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, January 21, 1965. Ford lists his earnings as a mem-ber of the Directors Guild of America, as “maximum,” and his potential earnings for 1966 also as “maxi-mum.” In the middle of the document Ford prints his name as well as signing. In very good condition, with scattered light soiling and creasing, a couple edge tears, and several notations and stamps. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1164. Rita Haywor th . Attractive vin-tage glossy 8 x 10 photo of Hayworth lying down with her hand in her hair, signed in blue ink. A few tears to borders, in-cluding a sig-ni f icant one to lower right, some emulsion loss to upper le f t , overa l l creases, and light scattered surface marks and foxing, otherwise very good condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)







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1165. Audrey Hepburn. Lovely glossy 7.75 x 9.75 photo of Hep-burn in My Fair Lady, boldly signed in black felt tip. In fine condition, with a few light surface spots and creases, and lightly trimmed edges. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1167. Grace Kelly. Beautiful glossy 8 x 10 head-and-shoulders photo of Kelly, signed in the lower border in black felt tip. In very fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1166. Harry Houdini. Vintage 3.25 x 5 postcard full-length photo of Houdini in chains, signed in fountain pen, “Harry Handcuff Houdini, July 9–1909,” adding “Photo taken 1904,” vertically along the left edge. Lightly trimmed edges, scattered light silvering to darker areas of image and mounting remnants to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Signed images of Houdini in chained poses are highly sought after. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

“Handcuff Houdini” in shackles presented in 1909





1171. Stan Laurel. TLS, one page both sides, 7.25 x 10.5, Oceana letterhead, November 27, 1959. Letter to Glen Laxton. In part: “The last L&H film was made in France, titled ‘UTOPIA’, sorry to say it was the worst we ever made. We had a lot of trouble on that one, due to language barrier—sickness etc. I was in hospital for eight weeks during the film, had a serious operation, dropped in weight from 170 lbs. to 114….It was really a nightmare for me…The John Wayne film you saw recently in which Hardy was in, was made in ’48….We had just returned from a European tour & Mr. Wayne being a good friend of Hardy requested him to appear alone in this film, so of course I had no objection as I badly needed a rest.” In good condi-tion, with large tape repairs to separations and tears, trimmed edges, some small blocks of toning from old tape, and some light toning and tape over portion of signature. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope.Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1169. Alan Ladd. TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, no date, postmarked August 1, 1958. Letter to Ann Paulino, a member of his fan club. In part: “It has been such a sad task for Carol to wind up the club affairs that Sue and I are trying to help a bit by writing…we are going to send each one a picture from David’s and my new picture, ‘The Proud Rebel,’ in which Olivia de Haviland [sic] is also starred.” In fine condition. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1170. Bruce Lee. Unissued ‘red stripe’ student membership card for Lee’s Jun Fan Gung Fu Institute, 3.75 x 2.5, signed in black ink “Bruce Lee,” and also signed by Taky Kimura. In fine condition, with a couple trivial brushes to Kimura’s sig-nature. Accompanied by a copy of a certificate of authenticity from Kimura stating the card was issued circa 1965–67. A well-preserved example of a scarce Hollywood autograph. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Unissued Jun Fan Gung Fu Institute ‘red stripe’

membership card

“Mr. Wayne being a good friend of Hardy requested him to appear alone in this film, so of course I had no objection”





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1176. Chico Marx. Vintage 5 x 7 card-stock photo of Marx playing a miniature piano, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “Regards to Le-Roy, Chico Marx.” In fine condition, with some light horizontal creases to left edge. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1175. Ernst Lubitsch. Legenda ry film director (1892–1947) best known for his sophis-ticated com-edies and the fabled ‘Lu-bitsch touch.’ Vintage 8 x 10 Paramount Pictures pub-licity photo of Lubitsch smoking a cigar at his home, signed and inscribed in fountain pen, “To Paul, from Ernst Lubitsch.” Central vertical sur-face bends and creases, light scattered impressions, and a stray ink mark, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1173. Vivien Leigh. Vin-tage g lossy 7.25 x 9 photo of Leigh from The Roman Spring of Mrs. Stone, signed and inscribed i n f o u n t a i n pen. Trimmed edges, a few creases, and light horizontal imp ress ions f r o m m a g -netic album, otherwise fine condition. Pre-

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

1172. Vivien Leigh and L a u r e n c e O l i v i e r . Special edi-tion program for South Sea Bubble, 8.25 x 10.5, featur-ing fountain pen s igna-tures from the cast, including “Vivien Leigh” and “Laurence Olivier.” In very good condi-tion, with a central verti-cal fold, light creasing, soiling, and surface marks, toning from a magnetic album on the reverse, and some light contrast to the signatures against the background. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1174. Jean Negulesco. TLS signed “Jean,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, August 7, 1952. Letter to producer Edwin H. Knopf. In full: “Isn’t it enough that you spoil me with a great script, wonderful cast, superb cooperation, understanding and fatherly help?…Do you have to haunt me after dinner, too, with my groans of satisfied delight as I enjoy your cigars! One smoke curled as a heart outline… well, what else!” In fine condition, with subtle toning to top. The letter must refer to Scandal at Scourie, directed by Negulesco and released in 1953, as it was the only one of Negulesco’s films produced by Knopf. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)







1179. Will Rogers. TLS, signed in pencil, one page, 7 x 10.5, personal letterhead, September 11, 1928. Letter to the Dean of Indiana University postponing a visit. In part: “I was planning to go into a show in New York this fall to help out Fred Stone…Fred Stone is the best friend I have; he has helped me when I needed help; and now that he is in a ‘hole’ I want to help him. I know you have done a lot of work on this thing, so I have asked Quisenberry to do anything possible to make it right with you.” Letter is affixed to an identical size sheet of scrapbook paper. Intersecting folds, with horizontal fold through signature, lightly trimmed edges, and a bit of mild toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1178. Edward G. Robinson. TLS, one page, 7 x 10, personal letterhead, October 5, 1959. Letter to an admirer. In part: “You ask, ‘In your opinion, who is the greatest living American and why?’ The first part of your question is easily answered,––Eleanor Roosevelt; but to adequately answer the second part, volumes would be required. Eleanor Roosevelt’s great work in the realm of human relations, both on a national and international scale, is well known, but only history will give perspective to the magnitude of her accomplishments. She shared with her husband…love and compassion for all people, and directed her role as the First Lady, not to the traditional function of superficial social activity, but in service to hu-manity’s needs, declining to merely pay lip service to a theory of the brotherhood of man, but working to make it a living ideal…we Americans should be proud of her, and grateful for her generous givingness.” In fine condition, with a light vertical fold through a single letter of signature and a bit of trivial soiling. An insightful and articulate letter from the actor who would appropriately receive the first Eleanor Roosevelt

Humanities Award four years later in 1963. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1177. Marilyn Monroe. Bankers Trust Company bank check, 8.25 x 3, filled out in type and signed by Monroe, “Marilyn Monroe,” payable to the Internal Revenue Service for $2.29, April 13, 1961. One vertical fold, expected cancellation holes and bank stamps, and slight show-through from stamps to reverse affecting the beginning of the signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $900)

“Eleanor Roosevelt’s great work in the realm of human relations…only history will give perspec-tive to the magnitude of her accomplishments”

Monroe’s 1961 payment to the IRS




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1183. Larry Semon. Film comedian (1889–1928) during the silent era, once considered a ‘Comedy King,’ but now mainly remembered for working with both Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy. Semon is also known for directing, as well as appearing, in the 1925 silent film the Wizard of Oz. Vintage matte-finish 7 x 9 portrait by Lujean of Los Angeles, signed and inscribed in purple ink, “To ‘Richardson,’ from Larry Semon.” In very good to fine condition, with a few creases to the upper left, a small tear to the right border repaired with tape on the reverse, and trivial silvering to dark areas of the image. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1182. Edgar Sel-wyn. Prominent direc-tor (1875–1944) who co-founded Goldwyn Pictures in 1916. TLS, one page, 8.5 x 11, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios letterhead, July 19, 1932. Letter to col-umnist Jimmy Starr. In part: “The only reason I haven’t written you before to thank you for your kind words of praise anent the direction of ‘Skyscraper Souls’ is that it has taken me all this time to recover from the shock of receiv-ing my first words of praise since coming out here.” In fine condition, with intersecting folds, one vertical fold passing through a single letter of the signature, and mild scattered creases. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1 1 8 1 . J o h n Schlesinger. TLS signed “John,” one page, 7 x 9, personal letterhead, April 16, 1970. Letter to James Leo Herlihy, writer of Midnight Cowboy. In part: “It was a pity I wasn’t able to make my thanks to you in person during the Oscar Show but I had already done the same thing for our Awards and Jon Voight knew my feelings. Of course the film could

never have happened without your basis to go on and I am genuinely thrilled…Although there are various tentative plans for other films, nothing is absolutely fixed yet and I must confess to you that none of the projects turn me on to the degree that ‘Cowboy’ did.” A few creases and some show-through from notations to reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1180. Will Rogers. Dashing vintage matte-finish 7.5 x 9.5 portrait of Rogers in a suit and tie, signed in the lower right in fountain pen. Some slightly light contrast to signature, crease to upper right corner, and silvering to borders, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

After winning three Oscars, the director of Midnight

Cowboy thanks its writer

Exceedingly rare portrait of the original Oz scarecrow






1187. Robert Taylor. Two letters: TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, personal letterhead, March 22, 1937, in part: “I’m only sorry you did not attend the President’s ball. Had you been there, and made yourself known, we might have danced a couple just for ‘couplets’ sake”; and one TLS to his tailor, signed “Bob,” one page, 7.75 x 10.75, personal letterhead, November 15, [1966], in part: “The picture here in Barcelona seems to be going quite well…except for the fact that nobody eats dinner here until around 9:30 or 10 at night…There is still a possibility that I may have to come back to Spain right after Xmas for another picture in which I’ll need the Navy-type uniform we talked about before.” Intersecting folds and overall creasing to the 1966 letter, otherwise overall fine condition. Accompanied by both original mailing envelopes and an unsigned glossy photo of Taylor. RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1185. Robert Taylor. TLS, one page, 7 x 11, personal letterhead, September 15, 1941. Letter to an admirer. In full: “This is to thank you for your kindness in commenting on the article in Cosmopolitan. I am deeply grateful for the intelligent criticism you had to offer. One of the most difficult things to adjust to in the mo-tion picture business is your ‘acceptance’ or ‘rejection’—psychologically if nothing else—by fellow members of your profession. Someone in my position having to bridge

the gap between a ‘college boy’ type of role and that of the more mature, finished actor is in a rather tough spot, but it’s a great feel-ing once you make the other side. Under these conditions diversity of type of role is the best policy—and one of the very good reasons I’m in the midst of ‘Johnnie Eager’ at the moment, the story of an archcriminal of the most vicious order. It’s a great characterization of its type and I’m looking forward to seeing what results we can get.” In fine condition, with a few mild scattered creases and uniform shade of toning. Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1184. Curt Siodmak. Signed book: Donovan’s Brain. First paperback edition. NY: Bantam, 1950. Paperback, 4.5 x 6.5, 181 pages. Signed on the title page in black ink. Scat-tered wear and soiling to covers and uniform toning to inside pages, otherwise fine condition. Consignor notes signature was obtained by a book dealer at the New York Paperback Show in the early 1990s where Siodmak had a booth for years. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1188. Three S t o o g e s : Moe Howard. A L S s i g n e d “Moe,” one page both sides, 6 x 8.5, illustrated personal letter-head, no date. Letter to an ad-mirer. In part: “Received your very nice recent letter. I’ve been so very busy for the past 7 months what with my partner Larry having a stroke which was tremendously upsetting to me and upset all the commitments we had made for 1970 and 1971. I wasn’t writing to anyone.” In fine condi-tion. Accompanied by a pair of rose colored Three Stooges souvenir stamps, one picturing Larry Fine, the other depicting all 3 Stooges. The stamps were published in 1959 by Norman Maurer Productions. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“My partner Larry having a stroke which was tremendously

upsetting to me and upset all the commitments we had made

for 1970 and 1971”

1186. Raoul Walsh. LS signed “Raoul,” one page, 7.25 x 10.5, per-sonal letterhead, no date. Letter to Tay Garnett about the 1970 film The Delta Factor. In part: “Many thanks for taking that lousy script I wrote, your masterful hand turned it into a real masterpiece.” In fine condition, with a paperclip impression to the top. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)









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1190. John Wayne and Milburn Stone. Unused high school awards booklet, 4.25 x 5.5, signed on the front cover in blue ballpoint, “Good luck, John Wayne,” and “’Doc’ Milburn Stone.” Light overall soiling to signed cover, not affecting the clarity of the signatures, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a letter of provenance from the original recipient who acquired the signatures at the New Port Inn in April of 1964 while Stone and Wayne were having breakfast in the coffee shop. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1193. Wizard of Oz: E. Y. Harburg. Lyricist (1896–1981) who wrote the lyrics to the standards, ‘Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?,’ ‘April in Paris,’ and ‘It’s Only a Paper Moon’ as well as all of the songs in The Wizard of Oz. ALS, one page, 5.5 x 8.5, personal letterhead, September 30, 1978. Letter to friends. In full: “The Iris bulbs have been delivered, planted and blessed. So your spirits will be with us in our garden, next spring, in living color.” In fine condition, with light soiling to the lower left. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1192. Wizard of Oz: Billie Burke. ALS signed “Billie,” one page both sides, 7.25 x 10.25, personal letterhead, no date. Letter to an unidentified woman thanking her for her help after a television production. In part: “You were so wonderfully kind all of you to help me hold my job down at K.T.T.V. I enjoyed being in your picture every day (except the first!!) was fantastically delightful. I loved it so—a dear group of darlings.” In very good condition, with toning to edges, tape to left edge, ink notation to top, and slight paper loss to corner near signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1191. William Wellman. Vintage glossy 10 x 8 photo of Well-man, dressed in full military uniform, posing in front of his biplane, signed and inscribed in fountain pen “C. Melvin Greenway, from another old man, William A. Wellman.” In very good condition, with a few scattered creases, tape remnants to three edges, small area of paper loss to bottom edge, and a bit of light contrast to a portion of signature and inscription. Accompanied by two typed biographies. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

Western stars the ‘Duke’ and the ‘Doc’







1195. The Wolf Man. Signed book: The Wolf Man. Limited edi-tion of 100 copies (This being No. 73). New Jersey: Magic Image Film Books, 1993. Hardcover, 8.75 x 11.25. Signed on the colophon in black ink and felt tip by six: Curt Siodmak (author), Ralph Bellamy (actor), Hans Salter (composer), Philip J. Riley, Gregory Mank, and George Turner. A very interesting book which includes the original shooting script and all the related posters and promotional pieces. Autographic condition: fine, with some light haloing to a couple of the signatures. Book condtion: NF/None. Black cloth-covered boards; minor bump at spine-head. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1194. Wizard of Oz: Bert Lahr. Vintage matte-finish 8 x 10 portrait of Lahr by Maurice Seymour, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, “To ‘Marylyn,’ Regards, Bert Lahr.” In very good condition, with light rippling to edges, tack holes to corners, and some brushing to inscription and signature. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1196. Adolph Zukor. TLS, two pages, 8.5 x 11, Paramount Pic-tures letterhead, August 31, 1928. Letter to producer and Paramount co-founder Jesse L. Lasky. In part: “Abie’s Irish Rose: Kent and DeLignemare viewed this picture yesterday and were very favorably impressed with the score and other sound features in it…it is impor-tant that we release the picture just as soon as possible as we need every big picture that we can lay our hands on to go into circulation both from a reputation standpoint as well as financially…I have also seen a test of Ethel Barrymore which looks very good to me and I am going…to see the Marx Bros. test.” Pages are affixed to each other in the upper left corner. Light toning and soiling, and expected filing holes and office notations to the top, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)







1212. Wesley BarryMB $100

1211. Lex BarkerMB $100

1210. Lex BarkerMB $100

1209. Brigitte BardotMB $100

1208. Lauren BacallMB $100



1205. Richard Attenborough

MB $100

1204. Fred AstaireMB $100

1203. Peggy AshcroftMB $100

1202. AnnabellaMB $100

1201. Ann-MargretMB $100

1200. ActressesMB $100

1199. ActressesMB $150

1198. ActorsMB $200

1197. Academy Award Winners

MB $100


















1228. Frank CapraMB $100

1227. Michael CaineMB $100

1226. Yul BrynnerMB $100

1225. Fanny BriceMB $100

1224. Walter BrennanMB $100

1223. Beulah BondiMB $100

1222. Ward BondMB $150

1221. Ann BlythMB $100

1220. Harry BlackstoneMB $100

1219. Joey BishopMB $100

1218. Milton BerleMB $100

1217. Elisabeth BergnerMB $100

1216. Jean Paul BelmondoMB $100

1215. Ed BegleyMB $100

1214. Warren BeattyMB $100

1213. Lionel BarrymoreMB $200


















1243. Jules DassinMB $100

1242. Denise DarcelMB $100

1241. Bebe DanielsMB $100

1240. Peter CushingMB $100

1239. Tony CurtisMB $100

1238. Tony CurtisMB $100

1237. Bing CrosbyMB $100

1236. Joan CrawfordMB $100


1234. Katharine CornellMB $100

1233. Claudette ColbertMB $100

1232. Claudette ColbertMB $100

1231. Johnny CarsonMB $100

1230. Art CarneyMB $100

1229. Art CarneyMB $100

1244. Bette DavisMB $100



















1260. Marlene DietrichMB $100





1255. Angie DickinsonMB $100



1252. Alain DelonMB $100

1251. Alain DelonMB $100

1250. Brian De PalmaMB $100

1249. Olivia de HavillandMB $100

1248. Yvonne De CarloMB $100

1247. Joan DavisMB $100

1246. Joan DavisMB $100

1245. Bette DavisMB $100




















1272. Glenn FordMB $100

1271. Joan FontaineMB $100

1270. Jane FondaMB $100

1269. Henry FondaMB $100


1267. Rhonda FlemingMB $100

1266. Jose FerrerMB $100

1265. Louise FazendaMB $100

1264. Buddy EbsenMB $100

1263. Jimmy DuranteMB $100



1276. Ava GardnerMB $100

1275. Ava GardnerMB $100

1274. Annette FunicelloMB $100

1273. John FrankenheimerMB $100



















1292. Paul HenreidMB $100

1291. Joey HeathertonMB $100

1290. Helen HayesMB $100

1289. Goldie HawnMB $100

1288. Laurence HarveyMB $100

1287. Rex HarrisonMB $100

1286. Rex HarrisonMB $100

1285. Richard HarrisMB $100

1284. Julie HarrisMB $100

1283. Happy DaysMB $100

1282. Betty GrableMB $100

1281. Gone With the Wind: Olivia de Havilland

MB $100

1280. Gone With the Wind: Olivia de Havilland

MB $100

1279. Samuel GoldwynMB $200

1278. Jackie GleasonMB $100

1277. Lillian GishMB $100


















1303. J. Warren KerriganMB $100

1302. Harvey KeitelMB $100

1301. Elia KazanMB $100

1300. Betty HuttonMB $100

1299. John HustonMB $100

1298. Kim HunterMB $100

1297. Dustin HoffmanMB $100

1296. Valerie HobsonMB $100

1295. Thora HirdMB $100

1294. Verna HillieMB $100

1293. Hugh HerbertMB $100

1304. Norman KerryMB $100

1307. Percy KilbrideMB $100

1306. Evelyn KeyesMB $100

1305. Evelyn KeyesMB $100

1308. Terry KilburnMB $100



















1324. Herbert MarshallMB $100

1323. Joseph L. Mankiewicz

MB $100

1322. Joseph L. Mankiewicz

MB $100

1321. Man from UNCLEMB $100

1320. Sophia LorenMB $100



1317. Gina LollobrigidaMB $100

1316. Janet LeighMB $100

1315. Gypsy Rose LeeMB $100

1314. Dorothy LamourMB $100

1313. Dorothy LamourMB $100

1312. Hedy LamarrMB $100

1311. Hedy LamarrMB $100

1310. Alan LaddMB $100

1309. Dennis KingMB $100




















1333. Robert MitchumMB $100

1332. Ray MillandMB $100

1331. Burgess MeredithMB $100

1330. Tim McCoyMB $100

1329. Victor MatureMB $100

1328. Giulietta MasinaMB $100

1327. Dean MartinMB $100

1326. Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis

MB $200

1325. Herbert MarshallMB $100

1336. Terry MooreMB $100

1335. Eva MooreMB $100

1334. Robert MitchumMB $100

1340. Ronald NeameMB $100

1339. Conrad NagelMB $100

1338. Conrad NagelMB $100

1337. Zero MostelMB $100



















1348. Maureen O’HaraMB $100

1347. Rudolph NureyevMB $100

1346. Ivor NovelloMB $100

1345. David NivenMB $100

1344. Anna Q. NilssonMB $100

1343. Jack NicholsonMB $100

1342. Paul NewmanMB $200

1341. Harriet Hilliard NelsonMB $100

1352. Lili PalmerMB $100

1351. Peter O’TooleMB $100

1350. Maureen O’SullivanMB $100

1349. Maureen O’HaraMB $100

1356. Suzanne PleshetteMB $100

1355. Mary Pickford and Buddy Rogers

MB $100

1354. River PhoenixMB $200

1353. Gregory PeckMB $100


















1363. Steve ReevesMB $100

1362. Steve ReevesMB $100

1361. Donna ReedMB $100

1360. Robert RedfordMB $100

1359. Gene RaymondMB $100

1358. Anthony QuinnMB $100

1357. Vincent PriceMB $100

1364. Edward G. RobinsonMB $100

1367. Jane RussellMB $100

1366. Rose-MarieMB $100

1365. Roy RogersMB $100

1368. Jane RussellMB $100

1372. Lizabeth ScottMB $100

1371. George C. ScottMB $100

1370. Reinhold SchunzelMB $100

1369. Tommaso SalviniMB $100




















1388. Meryl StreepMB $100

1387. Nick StewartMB $100

1386. James StewartMB $100

1385. James Stewart and Jean Arthur

MB $100

1384. James Stewart and Claudette Colbert

MB $100

1383. Rod SteigerMB $100

1382. Barbara StanwyckMB $100

1380. Ann SothernMB $100

1379. Ann SothernMB $100

1378. Gale SondergaardMB $100

1377. Alexis SmithMB $100

1376. Alexis SmithMB $100

1375. Red SkeltonMB $100

1374. Ann SheridanMB $100

1373. Robert ShawMB $100




















1391. Gene TierneyMB $100

1390. Gloria SwansonMB $200

1389. Superman: Neill and Larson

MB $100


1396. Claire TrevorMB $100

1395. Arthur TreacherMB $100



1400. Robert WagnerMB $100

1399. Robert WagnerMB $100

1398. Theodore von EltzMB $100

1397. Vera-EllenMB $100

1404. Wilder, Matthau, and Lemmon

MB $100

1403. Billy WilderMB $100

1402. Mae WestMB $100

1401. Karl WallendaMB $100




















1418. Jimmy DuranteMB $100

1417. Edward DmytrykMB $100

1416. Sammy Davis, JrMB $100


1414. Joe BonomoMB $100

1413. John and Lionel Barrymore

MB $100

1412. Fred ZinnemannMB $100

1411. Jane WymanMB $100

1410. Fay WrayMB $100

1409. Fay WrayMB $100

1408. Wizard of Oz: Margaret Hamilton

MB $100

1407. Roland WintersMB $100

1406. Roland WintersMB $100

1405. Warren WilliamMB $100



















1434. Ray NazarroMB $100

1433. Cleo MooreMB $100

1432. Vincente MinnelliMB $100

1431. Spanky McFarlandMB $100

1430. Bob HopeMB $100

1429. Patricia HitchcockMB $100

1428. Pat HingleMB $100

1427. Jon-Erik HexumMB $100

1426. Jim HensonMB $200

1425. Jean HarlowMB $100

1424. Edmund GwennMB $100

1423. Lawrence GrantMB $100

1422. Gone With the Wind: Hattie McDaniel

MB $100


1420. Family Affair: Anissa Jones

MB $100

1419. EntertainmentMB $200




















1450. Wizard of Oz: E. Y. Harburg

MB $100

1449. Wizard of Oz: E. Y. Harburg

MB $100

1448. Wizard of Oz: Jack Haley

MB $100

1447. Wizard of Oz: Jack Haley

MB $100

1446. William WellmanMB $100

1445. Orson WellesMB $100

1444. Johnny WeissmullerMB $100

1443. TarzanMB $100

1442. James StewartMB $100

1441. Mack SennettMB $100

1440. Victor SavilleMB $100

1439. Nicholas RayMB $100

1438. Vincent PriceMB $100

1437. Laurence Olivier and Margot Fonteyn

MB $100

1436. Rudolf NureyevMB $100

1435. David Niven and Roy Rogers

MB $100




















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1453. Baseball: 500 Home Run Club. Color 11 x 8.5 print entitled ‘500 Home Run Hitters,’ signed in blue ballpoint by Mickey Mantle, Ted Williams, Hank Aaron, Willie Mays, Reggie Jackson, Eddie Mathews, Harmon Killebrew, Mike Schmidt, Ernie Banks, Frank Robinson, and Willie McCovey. Mounted to an overall size of 17 x 13. In fine condition, with a slightly poorer image quality than usually seen in this image. It is said that these small-format prints of Ron Lewis’s famous artwork were produced by a hobby entrepreneur in 1988 and that their total issue was limited to ten. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1452. Baseball: 500 Home Run Club. Color 18 x 24 print honoring members of the elusive 500 Home Run Club, signed in blue felt tip by Mickey Mantle, Ted Williams, Willie Mays, Hank Aaron, Eddie Mathews, Willie McCovey, Reggie Jackson, Ernie Banks, Frank Robinson, Harmon Killebrew, and Mike Schmidt. Also signed at the bottom in blue felt tip by the artist, Ron Lewis. Rolled and in very good condition, with noticeable creasing and surface loss to the left border. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1451. Muhammad Ali. Green satin boxing robe, with white trim and Ali’s name sewn on the back in large white letters, signed in black felt tip on a white pocket flap, “Ali alternate robe, Angelo Dundee.” Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Dundee which reads, “Date: June 30, 1975. Ali vs. Joe Bugner. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. One green boxing robe worn by Muhammad Ali when training for the Joe Bugner fight in Malaysia. It is green with white trim and signed by me. It is an alternate robe used by the champ. His name is embroidered on the back. Angelo.” In fine condition, with a bit of light feathering to signature due to nature of the material. The Ali-Bugner fight was held on Tuesday morning, July 1, 1975, which was Monday evening, June 30, 1975 in the United States. Ali easily won a 15-round decision. After the fight he backtracked on an earlier retirement statement and said he would remain in Malaysia and train there for his October 1, 1975, fight with Joe Frazier, remembered as the ‘Thrilla in Manila.’ It is not a stretch to say that this green satin robe was most probably worn by Ali in Malaysia after the Bugner fight while training for his last fight with Joe Frazier, as well as in Malaysia before the fight, as attested to by Dundee. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

sportsRobe worn by heavyweight champ Ali while in training for

his June 30, 1975 defense against Joe Bugner, with impeccable provenance from Angelo Dundee






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1455. Mickey Cochrane. Bank check, 6.25 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Cochrane, “Gordon S. Cochrane,” for $25.00, July 21, 1959. In very good condition, with several vertical folds, and expected stamps and holes. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auc-tion COA.…(MB $200)

1456. Ty Cobb. ALS signed “Ty,” one page, 7.25 x 10.25, personal let-terhead, February 12, 1955. Letter to “Danny.” In full: “I ask a favor of you. I am about out of the reprint pictures, I have to give to boys and fans, in the past a lack of the proper people up here, I have had to pay too much for these prints and received slick finishes also very cheap paper. I have a lot of requests, I need say one hundred or more each of possibly three different poses or plays etc. I know they have firms down there that make theatrical or moving picture people reprints. I might have negatives, if not then the original pictures and they can make negative from it. Let me know who I can take matter up with, will want quotes on 5 x 7 and 8 x 10 sizes. Best wishes to you.” A uniform shade of mild toning from previous display, and a thin strip of adhesive remnant along top edge of reverse, otherwise fine condition. Interesting insight from an inaugural member of the Hall of Fame attempting to keep up with what was certainly a constant request for autographed photos. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1457. Roberto Cle-mente. Official Wil-son Grapefruit League baseball signed in blue ballpoint on the side panels by Roberto Cle-mente, Carlton Fisk, Manny Sanguillen, Dock Ellis, Vic Dava-lillo, Gene Alley, Bob Robertson, Milt May, Charlie Sands, and Jackie Hernandez. In very good condition, with overall toning and soiling, scattered surface marks, and light scattered surface loss to leather. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from JSA. With the exception of Fisk—then an up-and-coming Red Sox phenom—this baseball is signed by members of the 1971 Pirates championship team. An uncommon baseball bearing a strong signature from the legendary Pirate. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1454. Eddie Cicotte. Baseball player remembered as a member of the 1919 Chicago White Sox team. Cicotte was the pitcher who threw the first pitch of the World Series, intentionally hitting the batter to signal the gamblers that the ‘fix’ was on. Scarce ballpoint signature and inscription, “To R. J. Jack Smalling, Eddie V. Cicotte, White Sox,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition, with some mild edge toning and a couple trivial pencil notations. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“I am about out of the reprint pictures, I have to give to boys and fans”

Scarce spring training ball signed by Clemente and

his World Series-champion Pirates teammates





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1459. Lou Gehrig. Vintage pencil signatures, “Lou Gehrig,” “Joe Sewell,” and “Lyn Lary,” on an off-white 6 x 4.25 album page. Encap-sulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. In fine condition, with light scattered creases and overall toning. All three players were members of the New York Yankees from 1931 to 1933. RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

1460. Lou Gehrig. Vintage ink signature and inscription, “To Winston, Best wishes, Lou Gehrig,” on an off-white 3.5 x 2 card. A trivial spot of toning to right edge, otherwise very fine condition. A superb example of one of baseball’s most desirable signatures. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

1461 . Joe Frazier. Frazier’s personal passport, number E474304, issued on March 12, 1984. Passport measures 3.5 x 5, and contains his printed personal information on the third page, signed at the bottom “Joseph Frazier.” Affixed on the adjoining page, opposite the personal information page is Frazier’s 2.25 x 2.5 passport snapshot, which bears an embossed State Department seal over top portion. Frazier has also filled his address and emergency contact information on the inside front cover, listing Florence Frazier as his contact. Inside pages bear visa stamps from London, Trinidad and Tobago, and New York. In fine condition, with mild rippling and ex-pected handling wear. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1458. Robert Fitzsimmons. Legendary boxer (1863–1917) who was the sport’s first three-division world champion, winning the middleweight title in 1891, the heavyweight title in 1897, and the light-heavyweight title in 1903. Ink signature, “Robert Fitzsimmons,” on an off-white 3.75 x 2 slip affixed to an off-white 5 x 3 card. In fine condition, with some slight mirrored ink over the signature. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $300)

Gehrig in his prime

Choice signature of the ‘Iron Horse’

Frazier’s retirement passport

Extremely rare signature of the early heavyweight champ






1466. Connie Mack. ALS, one page, 8.5 x 7, American Baseball Club of Philadelphia letterhead, December 30, 1939. Letter to an admirer. In part: “Many thanks for the congratulations you extended me on my birthday. Am pleased you like Al Simmons, feel that he will help the boys.” Intersecting folds (one horizontal fold passing through the signature), and light scattered creases and toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1465. Chuck Klein. Rare series 1917 one dollar bill, 7.5 x 3, signed upside down on the se-rial number in fountain pen. Note is housed in a PCGS authentication sleeve, grading it “Very Fine 30.” Three vertical folds (one passing through a single letter of the signature), a few light wrinkles and creases, and the signature a shade light and slightly affected by the serial number, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1463. Michael Jordan and Muhammad Ali. Exquisite limited edition glossy 20 x 16 portrait of Jordan and Ali in profile, numbered 4/50, signed in silver ink by both legends. In fine condition, with light scattered surface marks and creases, and Upper Deck, Steiner Sports, and Online Authentics authentication labels affixed. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Upper Deck for the Jordan signature. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1464. Walter Johnson. Vintage pencil signature, “Walter Johnson,” on a light green 6 x 4.25 album page. Also signed by Sam West, Jess Doyle, Buddy Myer, Lena Stiles, Frank O’Rourke, and Joe Judge. Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder. A few mild creases, slight soiling to the top, and light toning to borders, otherwise fine condition. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1462. Chick Gandil. First baseman for the 1919 Chi-cago White Sox (1888–1970), la ter banned from baseball for being involved in the scandal of throwing the World Series to Cincinnati. Scarce ballpoint signature, “Chick A. Gandil,” on an off-white 5 x 3 lightly-lined card. In fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

“Am pleased you like Al Simmons, feel that he

will help the boys”

Rare portrait of two of the greatest of all-time, Jordan and Ali






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1469. Red Rolfe. Scarce DS, signed “Robert A. Rolfe, Penacook, N. H.,” four pages on two adjoining sheets, 8.5 x 11, June 25, 1931. American League player’s contract between the American Base Ball Club of New York and Robert ‘Red’ Rolfe, who is to “render skilled service as a baseball player in connection with all games of the Club during the year 1931,” for a salary of $600. Signed at the conclusion by Rolfe and countersigned by Ed Barrow on behalf of Yankees owner and president Jacob Ruppert. Also signed on the reverse docketing panel by the president of the American League, William Harridge. In fine condition, with two horizontal folds and mild creases and toning. Rolfe got his ‘cup of coffee’ in 1931, appearing in one game without receiving an at bat; he became a Yankee mainstay beginning in 1934. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1468. Charles ‘Kid’ Nichols. Hall of Fame pitcher (1869–1953) who, at the age of 32, became the youngest hurler to win 300 games. Vintage ink signature, “Charles A. Nichols,” on an off-white 3 x .25 clipped slip affixed to the bottom of a 4 x 6 Kid Nichols Day souvenir card. A repaired vertical separation through a single letter of first name and some light toning, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $150)

1467. ‘Pistol’ Pete Marav-ich. Felt tip sig-nature, “‘Pistol Pete,’ 7,” on an off-white 5 x 3 card. A small tear to the upper right and some slight surface loss to the reverse, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)

1470. Babe Ruth. Vintage fountain pen signature, “Sin-cerely, Babe Ruth,” on a light blue 5.25 x 4.5 album page. Page is still housed in its original hardcover 6.5 x 5 autograph album, which contains approximately 30 addition clipped signatures affixed inside, including Mel Ott, Joe McCarthy, Billy Southworth, Paul Waner, Lloyd Waner, and Al Lopez, most of the remaining signatures have been traced over. Some scattered light toning, including a block of toning over sentiment, and a bit of irregular ink adhesion to a single stroke of signature, otherwise fine condition.Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Bold Ruth autograph retained in its original album

Rolfe’s 1931 rookie contract with the New York Yankees







1472. Babe Ruth and Jacob Ruppert. Exquisite vintage 5.5 x 3.5 real photo postcard, signed in fountain pen, “George H. Babe Ruth” and “J. Ruppert.” Original collector’s note to the reverse reads, in part: “I obtained these autographs on March 20, 1934 at the Braves Wa-terfront Park winter quarters. Babe Ruth was just returning to his playing position left field, for the Yanks & I ran out on the field & asked him to sign this. Just after he was taken out of the game because many more autograph seekers collected near by.” Encapsulated in a plastic PSA/DNA authentication holder, and accompanied by a full PSA/DNA letter of authenticity grading the Ruth autograph an 8 and the Ruppert a 7. Some trivial foxing and silvering to the image, slight irregular adhesion to the signatures, and a couple small spots of surface loss to the reverse, otherwise fine condition. An exceedingly rare full name signature of the legendary New York slugger. RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

1471. Babe Ruth. Official Reach (Ernest S. Barnard) American League baseball signed and inscribed in fountain pen on a side panel, “To my friend A. G. Grubbe from Babe Ruth.” In good condition, with signature and inscription fairly light due to irregular ink adhesion and fading, but signature still mostly legible, uniform overall toning, and some scattered light spotting. Accompanied by a letter of authentic-ity from James Spence. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

Single-signed Ruth Reach ball

Extraordinarily scarce 1934 photo of Ruth and Ruppert, with a rare full signature of the New York slugger



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1473. Babe Ruth. Vintage fountain pen signature, “Sincerely, Babe Ruth,” at the bottom of an admirer’s letter, one page, 8 x 10.75, Independence Avenue Methodist Episcopal Church let-terhead, June 25, 1935. In part: “I am a high school girl of Kansas City. I am compiling biographical scrap books and autographs of famous personages of the world and desire your signature.” In very good condition, with intersecting folds, toning to borders, four areas of toned adhesive remnants surrounding the signature, and a slight brush to the sentiment. After his long and storied career, Ruth returned to Boston—this time with the Braves—for his final season in 1935. Although he was still a relatively able hitter, his abilities had deteriorated immensely in the field and on the base-paths—three Braves pitchers threatened to not play if Ruth were in the lineup, as his defense was so poor. In a stunning display reminiscent of his early years, the Babe went 4-for-4 with three home runs at Forbes Field on May 25, and announced his retire-ment two days later. During the early days of his retirement, Ruth thoughtfully took some time to return this autograph to his fan in Kansas City. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

One month after his retirement, Ruth complies with an autograph request

1474. Babe Ruth. Personal check, 8.5 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Ruth, “G. H. Ruth,” payable to U. S. Collector of Internal Revenue for $709.76, September 10, 1946. Two mild vertical folds, expected cancellation holes and bank stamps (none affecting the signature), and a pencil bank notation, slightly affecting the top of the signature. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

The Babe’s 1946 income tax payment




1477. Gene Tunney. TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, Den-man Tire & Rubber Company letterhead, August 12, 1952. Letter to a young woman asking for his favorite quote. In part: “I sincerely hope that this letter reaches you in time to help complete your scrapbook for the State and County Fairs…my ‘favorite quotation.’ It is just this: ‘Man’s inhumanity to man makes countless thousands mourn.’…Robert Burns.” In fine condition, with some mild toning to edges. Accompanied by an unsigned 8 x 10 photo of Tunney from Kings of the Ring. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1478. Gene Tun-ney. Page from a Smithsonian regis-try book, 5.5 x 8.5, signed ink at the bot-tom in black, “Gene Tunney.” Originally intended for a “Reg-ister of patrons of Smithsonian Scien-tific Series to be deposited in the ar-chives of Smithson-ian Institution Wash-ington,” and bears a gold foil Smithsonian Institution seal at the top. Intersecting folds passing through the signature, scattered creases, binding holes to the left border, and trivial irregular adhesion to the signature, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $100)

1476. Babe Ruth. Vintage 3.75 x 5 full-length photo of Ruth at the plate in his Yankees road uniform, following the ball after a gargantuan swing, signed in fountain pen, “Babe Ruth.” Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 14 x 15.5. Two horizontal creases through image, other scattered creases, surface impressions to top right from notations on reverse, and scattered crazing, otherwise very good condition. Ruth’s signature is largely unaffected by the physical flaws of the photo. Pre-certified Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.…(MB $500)

“‘Man’s inhumanity to man makes countless

thousands mourn’”

The ‘Babe’ takes a mighty home-run swing





1491. BaseballMB $200

1490. BaseballMB $100

1489. Roger BannisterMB $100

1488. Seve BallesterosMB $100

1487. Frank ‘Home Run’ Baker

MB $200

1486. Muhammad AliMB $100






1480. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

MB $100

1479. Hank AaronMB $100

1494. Baseball Hall of Famers

MB $200


MB $100


MB $100




















1505. Boston BruinsMB $100

1504. Barry BondsMB $100

1503. Basketball: OlympicsMB $200

1502. Basketball Hall of Famers

MB $100

1501. Carmen Basilio and Gene Fullmer

MB $100

1500. Baseball: Negro League

MB $100

1499. Baseball: Gold Glove

MB $100


MB $100


MB $150


MB $200


MB $100

1506. Boston CelticsMB $100

1508. James J. BraddockMB $100

1507. Boston CelticsMB $100

1510. Harold CarmichaelMB $100

1509. Reggie Bush and Matt Leinart

MB $100























1518. Dizzy DeanMB $100

1517. Oscar De La HoyaMB $100

1516. Oscar De La HoyaMB $100

1515. ‘Wahoo’ Sam CrawfordMB $100

1514. Jack CoombsMB $100

1513. Fred ClarkeMB $100

1512. Howard ‘Hopalong’ CassadyMB $100

1511. Gary CarterMB $100

1520. Jack DempseyMB $100

1519. Dizzy DeanMB $150

1528. Joe DiMaggioMB $150



1521. Jack DempseyMB $100
























1535. Bob FellerMB $100

1534. Gertrude EderleMB $100

1531. DiMaggio, Mantle, and Williams

MB $200

1530. DiMaggio, Mantle, and Williams

MB $200


1533. Dale EarnhardtMB $150

1532. Roberto Duran and Sugar Ray Leonard

MB $100

1536. Football Hall of Famers

MB $100

1539. Bart GiamattiMB $100

1538. Frank FrischMB $100

1537. Joe FrazierMB $100

1540. GolfMB $100

1541. Wayne GretzkyMB $100

1542. Golf: PGA Champions

MB $100

1544. George HalasMB $100

1543. Wayne GretzkyMB $100




















1545. Gil HodgesMB $100

1548. Indianapolis 500MB $100

1547. William ‘Dummy’ Hoy

MB $100

1546. Horse Racing: Eddie Arcaro

MB $100

1550. Michael JordanMB $100

1549. Lebron JamesMB $100

1560. Los Angeles DodgersMB $100

1559. Lennox LewisMB $100

1558. Lennox LewisMB $100

1557. Sugar Ray LeonardMB $100

1556. Mike KrzyzewskiMB $100

1555. Sandy KoufaxMB $100

1554. Sandy KoufaxMB $100

1553. Jack KempMB $100

1552. Jack KempMB $100

1551. Gary KasparovMB $100





















1564. Mantle, Maris, and Martin

MB $200

1563. Mantle, DiMaggio, Mays, and Snider

MB $200

1562. Connie Mack: William J. Dawson

MB $100

1561. Connie MackMB $100

1565. Mantle, Maris, and Skowron

MB $200

1566. Mantle, Mays, and Snider

MB $200

1568. Mickey MantleMB $100





1572. Roger MarisMB $100



1576. Floyd Mayweather, Jr

MB $100

1575. Carl MaysMB $100




















1593. Olympic MedalistsMB $100

1592. Olympic GymnastsMB $100

1591. Merlin OlsenMB $100

1590. NY YankeesMB $100



1587. NY MetsMB $100

1586. Ken NortonMB $100

1585. Ray NitschkeMB $100

1584. Jack NicklausMB $100

1583. Joe NamathMB $100

1582. Stan MusialMB $100

1581. Johnny MizeMB $100

1580. Phil MickelsonMB $100

1579. Rory McIlroyMB $100

1578. Bob McAdooMB $100






















1597. Walter PaytonMB $100

1596. Manny PacquiaoMB $100





1600. Bob Peak: Chamberlain and DiMaggioMB $200

1604. Maurice RichardMB $100

1603. Jerry RiceMB $100

1602. Grantland RiceMB $100

1601. Jerry QuarryMB $100

1606. Robin RobertsMB $100

1605. Eppa RixeyMB $100

1607. Alex RodriguezMB $100

1608. Pete RoseMB $100























1621. Mike TysonMB $100


1619. Tim ThomasMB $100

1618. Lou TheszMB $100

1617. Tennis: Wimbledon Champions

MB $100

1616. Casey StengelMB $100

1615. George SteinbrennerMB $150

1614. Warren Spahn and John Sain

MB $100

1612. Billy SouthworthMB $100

1613. Tom SeaverMB $100

1611. Ray SchalkMB $100

1610. CC SabathiaMB $100

1609. Bill RussellMB $100


1623. UCLA BasketballMB $100


















1625. Ted WilliamsMB $200

1624. Kid WilliamsMB $100










1636. Carl YastrzemskiMB $100




















MARVELS OFMODERN MUSIC

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MODERN MUSIC

A headliner of the auction is an enormous selection of items directly from Joey Ramone's estate: handwritten working lyrics to over a dozen songs, guitars, records from his collection, and hun-dreds of pieces from his wardrobe are among the items available.

Handwritten lyrics and letters, instruments, stage-worn clothing, old and new, past and present—we’ve got it all. So crank up the volume and get excited, because these items are sure to strike a chord with your taste in music collectibles.

Think about the greatest music lineup ever assembled. Live Aid? Woodstock? RR Auction has

them all beat in February’s Marvels of Modern Music auction. Our lineup includes Elvis, the

Beatles, Dylan, Marley, and everyone in between.

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