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REASONER, Harry (1923-91)
Inscribed Photograph Signed
This broadcast journalist was the original co-host of "60 Minutes." Color IPS 8" X 10" n.p. n.d. Fine. Later life informal pose at his desk boldly inscribed in thick black ink "To Gina / my best / Harry Reasoner. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 14944
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BERLE, Milton (1909-2002)
Inscribed Photograph Signed
Uncle Miltie" a prolific comedian who began in vaudeville and became America's top television personality with "The Milton Berle Show" 1948-56. Color IPS 8" X 10" n.p. n.d. Near fine. Handsome half-length printed portrait wearing tuxedo and typically inane grin boldly inscribed and signed in a light portion at upper right in thickish black marker: "To Marshall / Bean / Love / Milton / Berle." A superb example. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 28976
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ROBESON, George M (1829-97)
Letter Signed
Secretary of the Navy under Grant; Massachusetts governor. LS 2pp 7 3/4" X 9 3/4" Washington DC 1877 February 3. Addressed to Commissioner of Pensions J.A. Bentley. Very good. Regards a pension sought by "John Heath alias Thomas Steward" for service aboard the U.S.S. Nipsic. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 20101
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PFLIMLIN, Pierre (1907-2000)
Typed Note Signed / Signature
This conservative French statesman was the last prime minister of France's Fourth Republic 1958 before handing over power to General Charles de Gaulle; he served in the European Parliament 1979-89 and as its president 1984-87. TNS 1p 6" X 8¼" Strasbourg France 1970 November 4. Addressed to Richard C. Laade. Fine. Transmits an autograph which is present on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card dated 1970 November 4 in type. Both fine. With original envelope. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 18645
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RONNE, Finn (1899-1980)
Signed First Day Cover
This Norwegian-born explorer and geographer led nine Antarctic expeditions the first in 1933 exploring over 3600 miles via dogsled; he proved that Antarctica is a continent; "Edith Ronne Land" he named after his wife and the "Ronne Ice Shelf" is named after him; he recorded his exploits in his 1961 memoir "Arctic Command." Signed First Day Cover 6½" X 3½" cancelled in Washington DC on 23 June 1971 and with "First Day of Issue" boldly stamped. Single 8-cent "Antarctic Treaty 1961-1971" stamp at upper right. At lower left beneath the postal cancellation Ronne signs large and bold in blue ballpoint. Below his handsome signature he inkstamped: "CAPTAIN FINN RONNE USNR / Military Commander - Scientific Leader / Ellsworth Station Edith Ronne Land / ANTARCTICA." He's also placed a large octagonal inkstamp on the cover's verso about the "International Geophysical Year." A superb signature on a superbly appropriate cover. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 24358
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HALL, Sir James (1761-1832)
Autograph Letter Signed
The influential English geologist is actually best known for his "Origin History and Principles of Gothic Architecture" a 1797 lecture delivered in Edinburgh that was subsequently published in a number of editions; he was father of the noted travel writer Basil Hall 1788-1844. Excellent content ALS 2pp 7¼" X 8 3/4" Edinburgh Scotland 1824 April 20. Addressed simply to "Sir." Very good. Slightest of age toning. Interesting bookish contents reading in part: "I now return with many thanks the books which you have been so kind as to lend me. The following is the list of them which I trust you will find to be correct. The principia of Sir I. Newton translated into English by Motte in two volumes. Robinson's Mechanical Philosophy. Nouvelles experience sur la resistance des fluides. I have used the freedom to keep these books some days longer than I intended to have done; being tempted to run over the last which I have done with great satisfaction having used the freedom to cut open the leaves. The book contains many interesting suggestions towards the execution of the experiments. and I shall be glad to resume it again when I hope for the advantage once more of your advice & assistance. at the same time I beg of you to accept of a copy of my book on Gothic Architecture." Bold and attractive in Hall's usual sprawling hand. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 20913
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AUSTIN, Warren R (1877-1962)
Signature / Unsigned Photograph
The first U.S. ambassador to the United Nations 1946-53 also served as U.S. senator from Vermont. Signed envelope bearing a five-cent "Toward United Nations" stamp 6½" X 3½" n.p. n.d. Very good. Addressee's pencilled address erased but ever-so-slightly visible. Handsome signature at upper left. Not a first day cover but cancelled in New York on November 21 1946. Accompanied by a superb original black-and-white glossy 1947 news agency photograph International News Photo 8½" X 6½". Original mimeographed newsprint text sheet present and tipped to verso as issued. Titled "Joint Armed Services Committee Hears Warren Austin" this vintage image shows a jovial Austin half-length at center examining a document a legislator at each side. Text reads in part "Warren Austin member of the U.N. Security Council conferred with Senate and House Armed Services Committee members in a close door session and recommended enactment of universal military training legislation." A choice and desireable vintage photograph itself scarce -- and relevant to the autograph item it accompanies. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 27404
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SHREWSBURY, 16th Earl of (John Talbot) (1791-1852)
Signature
This British nobleman took the family's ancient but decrepit manse and built the magnificent castle known as Alton Towers that stands today; well known as the lay leader of English Catholicism in his day his philanthropic pursuits included constructing a monastery church and schools and earned him the nickname "Good Earl John." Large bold signature in brown ink 2 3/4" X 1 3/4" tipped to 4½" X 7" album leaf n.p. n.y. Very good. Slight age toning. Below this clipped signature is tipped another slip 3" X 2½" on which is penned in minute 19th century script: "The autograph of John Talbot is the Earl of Shrewsbury the great book collector -- it is genuine & I got it from a person who purchased it in a copy of Wordsworth at the Alton Towers Sale of his library" signed "Hahnhaus." Christie & Mason auctioned off most of the Alton Towers household treasures in July and August of 1857 including a large library. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 29354
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LEE, Chingwah (1901-80)
Photograph Signed
Chinese-American character actor "Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo" etc. PS 5½" X 3½" n.p. n.d. Near fine. Glossy postcard film scene depicting Lee with "Butch" Jenkins in "Little Mr. Jim" boldly signed in fountain pen. Address and message side blank. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 23013
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ANDERSON, Clinton P (1895-1975)
Signature / Unsigned Photograph
Secretary of agriculture under Truman 1945-48 and Democratic senator from New Mexico 1949-73. Bold signature in blue fountain pen heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1969 October 30. Fine. With original envelope. Accompanied by a superb vintage 8½" X 6½" glossy news agency photograph International News Photo. Fine. Issued on 9 April 1947 this informal half-length shot depicts Commerce Secretary Averill Harriman the chairman of the Economic Advisory Council and Agriculture Secretary Anderson chatting and smiling as they leave the White House. The original mimeographed caption sheet usually absent for printed on cheap newsprint is still present and in superb condition and captions this image: "Special Cabinet Meeting Weighs Rise in Prices" elaborating "President Truman met in a special meeting with his cabinet today and heard a full-dress discussion of the nation's economy but no immediate government action to halt the rise of high prices was decided upon." A scarce and desireable image. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 31199
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NAGEL, Conrad (1897-1970)
Typed Letter Signed
One of the founding fathers of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences this leading man was a romantic star of the 1920s and '30s; his work on the Motion Picture Relief Fund earned him a special Oscar in 1947. TLS 1p 7½" X 10½" Detroit MI 1932 March 24. Addressed to John A. Maloney of Chicago's Museum of Science and Industry. Very good. Faintly age toned with slightest bit of edgewear. On pictorial letterhead of the Book-Cadillac Hotel Nagel arranges a meeting. "I am opening at the Chicago Theatre. for a week's engagement." Large bold signature. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 15664
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ROBSON, Flora (1902-84)
Signature / Unsigned Photograph
Noted British character actress mostly on stage -- more than 100 plays -- but also in such memorable films as "Wuthering Heights" and "Saratoga Trunk" for which she was nominated for best supporting actress Oscar. Uncommon signature in blue ballpoint on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card dated by her 24 June 1972 at upper right. Fine. With original envelope. Accompanied by a superb glossy black-and-white 10" X 8" still scene from the Errol Flyn swashbuckler "The Sea Hawk" showing Robson as Queen Elizabeth with Claude Rains and ladies-in-waiting. Evocative pair. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 15704
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TANDY, Jessica (1909-94)
Photograph Signed
English-born actress who won a Tony in 1948 for "A Streetcar Named Desire" and an Oscar in 1990 for "Driving Miss Daisy." PS 8" X 10" n.p. n.d. Fine. Glossy scene from an unidentified film showing Tandy with husband HUME CRONYN 1911-2003 signed by both. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 15715
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WHITE, Elmo J (?-?)
Signed Postal Cover / Autograph Note Signed
This American artist designed everything from postage stamps to World War Two patriotic posters such as "Know Your Merchant Fleet" and "Invent for Victory." Signed Postal Cover 6½" X 3½" n.p. Washington DC n.y. 1969 October 10. Single 4-cent "Water Conservation" stamp at upper right. Fine. NOT a First Day Cover but simply an uncancelled unaddressed envelope bearing a mint example of White's stamp and at lower left signed large and bold by him in blue fineline. Also an ANS 1p heavy stock 6¼" X 3½" card n.p. 1969 October 10. Addressed to Paul Johnston. Near fine. "Thanks for your kind remarks about the 'WATER CONSERVATION' stamp." With small portion of original transmittal envelope. Most unusual. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 25763
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FONTANNE, Lynn (1887-1983)
Photograph Signed
Legendary British-born stage star of countless productions with American husband Alfred Lunt; occasionally made film appearances. PS 7½" X 11" n.p. n.d. Very good. Book photograph a glossy black-and-whitehalf-length closeup showing Fontanne and Lunt as an elderly couple in the 1949 play "I Know My Love" boldly signed by her in black fineline in a light area at lower right. Charming and unusual signed in later life. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 15608
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HALLGRIMSON, Geir (1925-90)
Photograph Signed
This long-time mayor of Reykjavik 1959-72 served as prime minister of Ireland from 1974 to 1978. PS 3 3/4" X 6" n.p. n.y. 1983 January 18. Fine. With original envelope and transmittal note from secretary. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 21996
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STRATTON, Samuel W (1861-1931)
Partly-printed Autograph Document Signed
The Bureau of Standards was based on a report and bill drafted by this noted University of Chicago physicist; the bill passed in 1901 and Stratton became its first director a position he held until 1923 turning the fledgling organization into a renowned research center; he then capped off his career as president of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1923-30. Partly-printed ADS 1p 6½" X 2 3/4" Washington DC 1923 July 18. Near fine. Usual perforated cancellation not affecting signature. Check drawn on The Riggs National Bank with handsome engraved vignette at left made out to C.G. Peters in the amount of thirty dollars. Bold and handsome. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 20954
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WAGNER, Robert F (1877-1953)
Typed Note Signed
This politician is best known for the social legislation he pioneered as New York senator 1927-49 -- the National Industrial Recovery Act Social Security Act National Labor Relations Act or "Wagner Act" and the Wagner-Steagall Housing Act. TNS 1p 8" X 10½" Washington DC 1938 February 28. Addressed to Fred G. Giffoniello. Very good. Three-punched along left margin not affecting text. The New York politico pontificates in part: "I am very much interested in the education of the youth of our country as I believe there is no safer way to insure democracy then by training our boys to be useful and healthy citizens. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 27629
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NASMYTH, Alexander (1758-1840)
Autograph Fragment unsigned
This Scottish portrait and landscape painter friend of Walter Scott and Robert Burns is often called the "father of Scottish landscape painting; as an architect he designed Edinburgh's Dean Bridge and part of St. Bernard's Well; his many children were all artists of note as well. Autograph Fragment unsigned 3½" X 1" irregular tipped to contemporary 6" X 4" sheet n.p. n.y. Curious and comical note perhaps a postscript clipped from a letter reading in full: "the sooner the Better / a Bad pen and worse / Ink." At lower left of the heavy stock sheet to which this is lightly tipped an admirer notes his name and fame. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 28608
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KAYE, Darwood "Waldo" (Darwood Kenneth Smith) (1929-2002)
Double Signature
Alfalfa and Butch's competition for the affection of Darla was the snotty rich kid Waldo played in the "Our Gang" series by this American child actor from 1937 to 1940; later a Seventh-Day Adventist pastor he was killed in a hit-and-run accident. Nice double signature "Darwood 'Waldo' Kaye / D. Kenneth Smith -- Our Gang / Little Rascals" in blue ballpoint in Kaye's tiny script heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1988 September 20. Fine. With original envelope. Rather uncommon. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 26068
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FFRANGCON-DAVIES, Gwen (1891-1992)
Photograph Signed
This British stage and film actress had a remarkable 80-year run famed not only for being Sir John Gielgud's first Juliet but also for her performances as Eliza Doolittle and Cleopatra. Beautiful sepia tone PS 3¼" X 5¼" n.p. n.d. ca. 1930. Fine. A stunning three-quarter length pose showing Ffrangcon-Davies seated in profile in an elaborate 19th century dress -- presumably a stage pose -- taken by renowned British photographer YVONNE GREGORY 1889-1970 wife of noted photographer Bertram Park. Boldly inscribed "Sincerely yours / Gwen Ffrangcon- / Davies" along the blank bottom margin. A superb vintage example. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 31162
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MacLANE, Jean (1878-1964)
Typed Letter Signed
Examples of this noted portraitist's work hang in museums nationwide; a student of among others William Merritt Chase -- also her first customer -- she became known for her sensitive oil portraits of women and children; in 1912 she co-founded the National Foundation of Portrait Painters with her husband and in 1931 she was elected to the American Academy of Arts and Letters. Choice content TLS 1p 8½" X 11" New York NY 1933 April 25. Addressed to John G. Leiser. Near fine. Asked about her success by this admirer she replies in part: ".aside from a very early all-absorbing love of Beauty the hunger for which in some form all people have and that torturous desire to remain less inarticulate about it. I have had perhaps from my New England parents with certain influences of the West or Middle West we now call it. the tremendous love of hard work above the motives of fame and praise or so called 'Honors' -- through those blessed years of obscurity and without most of the time any economic security. And in seeking to master the difficulties of a language & conditions such as painting toward an expression of Universal fact as each sees it I have never consciously compromised in doing my best at the time. These are the qualities that have done most for me in what you have termed 'Success' rather than any outside encouragement of which for years and years I had none." She lastly notes "The painting you speak of 'The Hilltop' is a very early canvas painted in Paris in 1906 or 1907." Boldly signed. Original envelope present. Fabulous content piece. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 28617
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BAILEY, Worth (?-?)
Signed Postal Cover / Autograph Letter Signed
Noted Virginia artist-historian often associated with Mount Vernon and designer of the 1949 U.S. air mail stamp celebrating Alexandria's 200th birthday. Signed Postal Cover 6½" X 3½" n.p. n.y. Single 6-cent "Alexandria Virginia Bicentennial" stamp at upper right. Fine. NOT a First Day Cover. At lower left in bold black ink Bailey signs. Accompanied by an ALS 1p 8½" X 11" Alexandria Virginia 1970 February 14. Addressed to Paul Johnston. Near fine. Good content concerning this stamp reading in part: "One might safely say that the concept and substance of the stamp was a case of design by committee; that it had something to say however is gratifying in the way you are using graphic materials to illuminate American history. Both buildings I am happy to report still survive despite a brush with urban renewal." With original envelope. Nifty bit of postal history. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 25520
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BROWN, John Carter (1934-2002)
Signed First Day Cover
This American museum director oversaw the U.S. National Gallery of Art from 1969 to 1992 and made it the renowned institution it is today. Signed First Day Cover 6½" X 3½" cancelled in Lock Haven Pennsylvania on 2 August 1971 and with "First Day of Issue" boldly stamped. Single 8-cent "John Sloan American Artist" stamp at upper right. Fine. At lower left Sloan signs his usual small stylized signature in black fountain pen. With original envelope. Choice example of this influential figure's signature on an appropriate cover. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 24409
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MONTGOMERY, Robert (1904-81)
Inscribed Photograph Signed
Elizabeth "Bewitched" Montgomery's father was a popular leading man of the 1930s and '40s "Night Must Fall" "Here Comes Mr. Jordan" then turned to directing and politics. IPS 8" X 11" n.p. 1981. Near fine. Minor mounting traces on verso. Book photograph other images/text on verso a charming closeup mat-finish scene from an unidentified early film possibly the 1929 comedy "So This Is College" showing a really young Montgomery flirting with a besmitten young woman inscribed and signed along "All good wishes" and year in pale blue fineline in a light area at lower left. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 15933
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BRODRICK, William St John Fremantle (1856-1942)
Autograph Letter Signed
This English statesman 1st Earl of Midleton and 9th Viscount Midleton held a wide array of important positions: member of Parliament 1880-1906 Under-Secretary of State for War 1895-98 member of the Privy Council 1897 Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs 1898-1900 Secretary of State for War 1900-03 and Secretary of State for India 1903-05. ALS 3pp lettersheet 4½" X 7" n.p. 1905 July 12. Addressed to Lady Cowper. Near fine. On fine stationery bearing an oval blind-embossed "House of Commons" seal on the first leaf Brodrick chats with an aristocratic lady about social matters. Reads in part: "We were so sorry to hear of Ld. Cowper's illness & trust he is really better. It must be such an anxiety." Bold and attractive. This came from the collection of Albert Johannsen author of "The House of Beadle and Adams and Its Dime and Nickel Novels" University of Oklahoma Press 1950 the definitive reference work and bibliography on the subject. Johannsen's original 8½" X 11" file folder bearing his printed "Collection of Albert Johannsen" label partly filled in by Johannsen accompanies this item. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 18025
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MILLAND, Ray (1905-86)
Photograph Signed
Prolific Welch-born leading man of more than 120 films most notably "The Lost Weekend" 1945 Hollywood's first serious treatment of alcoholism. Color PS 8" X 10" n.p. n.d. Fine. Handsome heavy stock middle-aged closeup in period costume. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 15660
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WINTER, Lumen M (1908-82)
Signed Postal Cover
This renowned muralist created many pieces for the WPA in post offices and public schools; he was also a versatile sculptor and painter. Signed Postal Cover 6½" X 3½" n.p. n.y. Single 3-cent "Labor Day" stamp at upper right. At lower left in black fineline Winter signs quite large and bold. NOT a First Day Cover but a choice example of this mural/mosaic created by Winter for the AFL-CIO headquarters in Washington DC. Small portion of original transmittal envelope also present. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 25304
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BERRY, George L (1882-1948)
Printed Document Signed
The long-time president of the International Pressmen and Assistants' Union of North America 1907-48 was appointed U.S. senator from Tennessee by that state's governor at the death of Senator Nathan L. Bachman in 1937 to complete his term but served only until 1938 failing in his bid for election. Printed DS 4pp rectos only 8" X 10½" n.p. 1936 December 12. Very good. Light even age toning; tiny staple hole at upper left corner of each not affecting text. "Excerpts from speech of Major George L. Berry Coordinator for Industrial Cooperation" a mimeographed press release intended "For Release / Morning Papers." In this NBC radio broadcast Berry addresses President Roosevelt's Council for Industrial Progress. Huge bold full signature using what must have been an enormous-nibbed fountain pen near the top of the first page. Most unusual in this format. A tremendous example from the height of his fame. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 28824
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GULLIVER, Dorothy (1908-97)
Inscribed Photograph Signed
This silent actress appeared in films alongside Hoot Gibson William Desmond and survived the transition to "talkies becoming a popular actress of the '30s and '40s in numerous cliffhangers; she appeared as "Girl" in the original "King Kong." Unusual IPS 10" X 8" n.p. n.d. Fine. Modern print of an early portrait of Gulliver behind the wheel of a snazzy early convertible inscribed in a light area at lower right to "Linda & Marshall / Sincerely -- / I'm in my new / Packard and am I proud! / 1927 / I think Dorothy Gulliver." A great example. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 14942
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HUME, Joseph (1777-1855)
Autograph Letter Signed
This Scottish-born physician was a long-time radical member of Parliament and achieved fame primarily for his numerous predictions of national disasters. ALS 2pp 4 3/4" X 7 3/4" n.p. 1832 November 21. Addressed to Thomas Fyfe. Very good. Recommends a fellow radical parliamentarian for an unnamed position: "I am much gratified by the prospect you hold out of Major Beauclerks success. I believe him to be sound in his principles sincere in his declarations and able to carry them into effect if placed in the Reformed Parliament. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 29340
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SCALI, John (1918-95)
Signed Printed Document
This ABC news reporter entered diplomacy when he acted as an intermediary during the Cuban Missile Crisis helping divert a disaster; in 1971 President Nixon named him his foreign affairs advisor; from 1973 to 1975 he served as U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations. Signed Printed Document 8" X 10" 7pp recto and verso; 4 leaves New York NY 1974 December 6. Near fine. Stapled at upper left as issued; two faint horizontal original folds. Standard mimeographed press release issued by the "United States Delegation to the General Assembly" titled "Statement by Ambassador John Scali. on Strengthening the Role of the United Nations." In a blank area at top center of the first page the ambassador boldly pens "with best wishes / from / John Scali" in black fineline. In this speech Scali deplores "the growing tendency of this Organization to adopt one-sided unrealistic resolutions that cannot be implemented" as well as "a new threat -- an arbitrary disregard of United Nations Rules even of its Charter." He goes on to cite numerous instances of both closing with: ".we must now renew our commitment to the central principles of tolerance and harmony upon which the United Nations charter was built. We must redouble our efforts to use this Organization as the world's ultimate instrument for compromise and negotiation. I pledge my nation to these efforts." Most unusual in this form. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 27704
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BRAZZI, Rossano (1916-95)
Photograph Signed
This Italian actor caught Americans' attention onstage in "South Pacific" he did the screen version as well and in the film "The Barefoot Contessa" 1954. PS 3¼" X 5¼" n.p. n.d. Very good. Nice portrait of the romantic lead signed on the blank lower margin. Ink adhesion somewhat light especially on the first name -- still a decent example. Uncommon. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 23010
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URIE, JF (?-?) J F
Partly-printed Autograph Document Signed
As a naval commander this physician was severely injured in 1904 when a turret exploded abour the "Missouri" in which many others were killed and wounded -- but for the next 36 hours he tended the injured until collapsing himself with a punctured lung; he also served as one of Theodore Roosevelt's personal physicians and was awarded a Congressional Medal of Honor for services rendered in the Spanish-American War. Partly-printed ADS 1p 7½" X 3" Washington DC 1903 October 3. Near fine. Check drawn on The Riggs National Bank filled out entirely in Urie's hand to the Chevy Chase Club for $48.50. Bank vignette at left and usual cancellation markings not affecting signature. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 20972
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WEEKS, Sinclair (1893-1972)
Signature / Unsigned Photograph
Eisenhower's secretary of commerce 1953-58 also served Massachusetts in the U.S. Senate. Bold signature in blue ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1971 March 3. Fine. With original envelope. Accompanied by a superb original black-and-white glossy 9" X 7" news agency photograph. Choice image of a seated President Eisenhower at center of his entire cabinet seated to his sides and standing behind him. Original printed text neatly attached to verso dates this January 12 1953 and under the headline "Eisenhower and Full Cabinet Meet for First Time" the scene is described: "President-Elect Dwight Eisenhower today assembled for the first time his entire cabinet to chart the course his administration will steer when it takes over the reins of government in eight days." All are identified and Weeks is standing ar rear between Ike's assistant Sherman Adams and Secretary of Interior Douglas McKay. Near fine. An outstanding pair. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 19111
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BRUSSEL-SMITH, Bernard (1914-89)
Signed First Day Cover
One of America's leading wood engravers known for his scenes of the urban working classes in the 1940s and '50s. Signed First Day Cover 6½" X 3½" cancelled in Buffalo New York on 1977 August 4 and with "First Day of Issue" boldly stamped. Single 13-cent "United States & Canada Peace Bridge 1927-77" stamp at upper right and handsome ArtCraft engraved cachet at left. Near the center in blck ballpoint Brussel-Smith signs. A classy example of this artist's virtuoso wood engraving technique -- and an uncommon autograph. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 25205
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CHABOT, Lucille Gloria (1908-2005)
Signed First Day Cover / Autograph Note Signed
In 1965 this Works Progress Administration artist later a commercial and technical artist gained fame when a watercolor she had painted in 1939 depicting an Angel Gabriel weathervane atop a church steeple in Newburyport was chosen as the country's Christmas stamp. Signed First Day Cover 6½" X 3½" Silver Bell Arizona 1965 November 2. Single 5-cent "Christmas" stamp at upper right. At the center in bold blue ballpoint the artist signs and inscribes it "Inscribed to Paul Johnston with / best wishes / Lucille Gloria Chabot." Accompanied by a brief ANS heavy stock 6" X 3½" card n.p. 1974 August 19. Addressed to Paul Johnston. Fine. Gracious note to an admirer. With small portion of original transmittal envelope present. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 25212
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BENNETT, Joan (1910-90)
Photograph Signed
Popular and durable star of countless films of the 1930s and '40s. PS 8" X 11" n.p. n.y. Near fine. Book photograph another image on verso a flat-finish black-and-white still scene set in Kenya from the 1947 drama "The Macomber Affair" depicting Gregory Peck as professional hunter Robert Wilson comforting a crouching Bennett as Margot Macomber. In a light area at lower left near her image Bennett signs boldly in black ink. Great image from the height of her fame signed later in life. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 14793
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BARRY, Charles (1795-1860)
Autograph Letter Signed
English architect whose most renowned creation is the Houses of Parliament Palace of Westminster a massive project completed between 1840 and 1860. ALS 2pp recto and verso 4½" X 7¼" Foley Place London 1841 May 5. Addressed to Mr. Eversfield. Very good. Mounting trace along leftmost ½" of first page touching almost no text; couple of minor foxing spots. Interesting and cryptic financial matters: "I shall be glad to be informed when I may expect another remittance on account of the Sale of the Old Materials of Bredperaton House and when it is likely you will forward to me a Marked Catalogue the Balance Sheet and the Balance. I am not sure whether I acknowledged the receipt of the first remittance of L 800." There was an auctioneer by the name of Eversfield active around this time in Kent County but what Barry's connection may have been to an auction and what the "old Materials" may have been remains to be verified. Nicely penned in brown ink. A nice example. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 28554
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BERGEN, Edgar (1903-78)
Signed Postal Cover
Candice's father was America's leading ventriloquist in vaudeville in films on radio and on television for over half a century performing with everyone's favorite dummy Charlie McCarthy. Signed Postal Cover 6½" X 3½" cancelled in Chicago Illinois on February 16 1973. Near fine. 8-cent "Pharmacy" stamp at upper left. NOT a First Day Cover but an imaginative collector had this cover cancelled in Bergen's hometown on his 70th birthday from the Chicago Philatelic Center which used an unusual pictorial cancellation. No distracting recipient's name/address -- but Bergen signs exceptionally large bold and attractive in blue fountain pen on the "sweet spot." Small portion of original transmittal envelope present. Accompanied by a superb 10" X 8" modern glossy photograph a film scene showing a suspicious Bergen and Charlie McCarthy dressed as a detective eyeballing a comely young lady who's wooing a smitten Mortimer Snerd. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 21371
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STODDERT, Benjamin (1751-1813)
Autograph Letter Signed
This Revolutionary War patriot acted on Washington's behalf to secure large lots of land in the District of Columbia area before the center of government was formally established there then served as the first secretary of the navy 1798-1801. ALS 1p 7 3/4" X 10½" n.p. n.y. Addressed to JOHN TEMPLEMAN a Georgetown merchant associated with Stoddert in various land enterprises. Very good. Mildly age toned with binding traces down left edge not affecting text. Interesting if cryptic details on some Georgetown real estate dealings in Stoddert's usual difficult script reading in part: "Col Burrows has commenced 3 Houses on two lots which Scot will not transfer without a person to get two lots already divided to him in the sale square. these are No. 9 & 10. Pray then send an order to Forrest to transfer to Scot these two lots. As for the rest -- I believe the business is not to be settled without a Law suit -- a Law suit which will not end during the lives of the Parties who commence it." One Stoddert letter to Templeman in the federal archives concerns different investors interested in Georgetown real estate; though undated it likely dates from late 1804 -- which time period is also likely for this letter which is otherwise dated simply "Friday morning." Most unusual most desirable. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 28748
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McCUTCHEON, John T (1870-1949)
Signed Ink Drawing
Pulitzer prize-winning editorial cartoonist with the "Chicago Tribune" 1903-45. Original signed ink drawing 14½" X 18" n.p. n.d. Very good. Slight edgewear and minor soiling. Untitled six-panel cartoon whose theme seems to be the improvement of cities. Each of the three left-side panels contrasts its right-side counterpart. Top left panel addresses unsanitary conditions by depicting an early "horseless carriage" under repair while a team of horses watches in amusement; top right panel shows a surprised horse reading a notice outside a city limits that reads "Notice! Horses sheep cattle and hogs not allowed within the city limits." Middle left panel addresses temperance by depicting a busy street filled with bars and men entering each while middle right panel shows a street with a gas station soft drink stand and movie theatre. Bottom left panel addresses proper housing by depicting a freight train chugging along on weedy ugly tracks while the bottom right panel shows the same boxcars transformed into cute little homes and their tracks quaint little front yards being tended by proud homeowners. A charming piece of social commentary. Signed simply "McCutcheon" at lower right as usual. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 15046
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BONNET, Henri (1888-?)
Typed Note Signed
This noted diplomat served as French ambassador to the U.S. from 1944 to 1954. TNS 1p 8½" X 11" Washington DC 1947 June 10. Addressed to Kenneth Parker. Fine. On letterhead of "Ambassador de France aux Etats-Unis" Bonnet thanks the Parker Pen Company namesake -- founder George Parker's son -- for sending him a particular new pen "a great favourite of mine." Comes with a 1945 news agency 10" X 8" photograph of Bonnet and others signing the United Nations charter for France. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 15953
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PHIPPS, Constantine Henry (First Marquess of Normanby) (1797-1863)
Free-Franked Envelope
This British Whig politician was Viscount Normanby from 1812-31and rose to Earl of Mulgrave from 1831-38 when the Marquess of Normanby was created for him in 1838; he served as Governor of Jamaica 1832-34 Lord Lieutenant of Ireland 1835-39 Home Secretary 1839-41 British Ambassador to France 1846-52 and Minister to Tuscany 1854-58. Free-Franked Envelope 5" X 3½" n.p. London n.y. Very good. On a typical light grey envelope of the period bearing Normanby's black wax seal still present on the verso he signs a bold "Normanby" in brown ink at lower left addressing it to a "J. Horsley Pye / 10 Charlotte Street" in his usual challenging scrawl. Interesting piece. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 29321
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KOPAL, Zdenek (1914-93)
Signed First Day Cover
Czech-born astronomer who on behalf of the U.S. Air Force was responsible for the first-ever detailed contour map of the moon's entire surface. Signed First Day Cover 6½" X 3½" cancelled in Washington DC on 1969 September also with 1969 July 20 "Moon Landing" cancellation and with "First Day of Issue" boldly stamped. Single 10-cent "First Man on the Moon" stamp at upper right. Fine. At lower left in blue fineline Kopal signs large and bold. With original transmittal envelope and 4" X 5" printed University of Manchester "With the Compliments / of / Professor Z. Kopal" slip. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 25320
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EISENSTAEDT, Alfred (1898-1995)
Signed First Day Cover
This German-born American photojournalist shot close to 90 "Life" magazine front covers and is often remembered for his memorable image of a sailor kissing a woman in Times Square on V-J day. Signed First Day Cover 6½" X 3½" cancelled in Washington DC on 1971 May 7 and with "First Day of Issue" boldly stamped. Single 16-cent "Ernie Pyle Journalist" stamp at upper right. Fine. Near the center Eisenstaedt signs boldly in black fineline. With original transmittal envelope. Eisenstaedt's closeup portrait of a grim Pyle is perhaps the best-known portrait of the famed World War Two journalist. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 25521
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THOMAS, Norman (1884-1968)
Typed Letter Signed
Known as the "Conscience of America" this Socialist reformer helped found the American Civil Liberties Union in 1920 and ran for U.S. president no fewer than six times; his books include "The Conscientious Objector in America" 1923 and "What's the Matter with New York" 1932. TLS 1p 8½" X 11" New York NY 1956 February 20. Addressed to G.F. Robinson. Fine. Agrees to a speaking engagement and recommends other speakers. Accompanied by a superb 1948 glossy news agency photograph 6½" X 8½" showing Thomas close up testifying before the House Foreign Affairs Committee about a proposed revision of the United Nations Charter. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 15080
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SAITO, Makoto (1858-1936)
Autograph Letter Signed
Japanese admiral and prime minister who was assassinated in the "February Mutiny." ALS in English 1p 5" X 7" n.p. n.d. Addressed to "My dear General" Adolphus W. Greeley polar explorer. Fine. Thanks Greeley for sending "Reminiscences of Adventure and Service which I will read with a great interest." Uncommon. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 13937
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LIE, Trygve (1896-1968)
Signature / Unsigned Photograph
Norwegian diplomat who served as the first secretary general of the United Nations 1946-53. Nice bold "Trygve Lie / Oslo 8/29.1966" in blue ballpoint on a 3½" X 4" yellow notepad slip bearing a printed "Note from / TRYGVE LIE" at upper left. Near fine. Accompanied by a choice vintage original glossy 8½" X 6½" news agency photograph International News Photo. Fine. Dated 27 February 1947 this superb half-length shot depicts Lie shaking hands with George C. Marshall. The original mimeographed caption sheet printed on cheap acidic newsprint thus often absent is present and in very good condition. Captioned "U.N. Secretary-General Call on Secretary Marshall" the text reads in part: "Trygve Lie right Secretary-General of the United Nations today paid a formal courtesy call on Secretary of State George C. Marshall left. It was the first time the two men had met." Itself a scarce and desireable image. A great signature example and superb quite collectable image. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 18320
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RYAN, James J "Crash" (1903-73)
Autograph Note Signed
Auto safety pioneer long before Ralph Nader popularized the topic in "Unsafe at Any Speed" this University of Minnesota mechanical engineering professor 1931-63 patented the first retractable safety seat belt in 1963 and the "black box" flight recorder in 1960; he also improved hydraulic bumpers dashboards and collapsible steering columns. ANS 1p heavy stock 6¼" X 3¼" n.p. 1971 July 23. Near fine. Penned boldly in blue ballpoint. Nice note thanking an admirer and "enclosing the last publication before retirement." Closes off with a true crusader's salutation: "Please carry the program forward." A quite uncommon autograph. unknown
书商的参考编号 : 24444
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