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BOX, Theodor M (1906-?)
Signed First Day Cover
The first time the Henley Royal Regatta begun in 1839 in Henley-on-Thomas England was won by a non-Briton was when this 21-year-old American and a partner won the double sculls rowing event in 1927; in 1971 as president of Tedruth Plastics Corporation he unveiled the world's first allurethane boat a 10' craft that could be used as a sailboat motorboat or rowboat and supposedly remained afloat even flooded with water and carrying four passengers. Signed first Day Cover 6½" X 3½" cancelled at Washington DC on November 2 1967 and with "First Day of Issue" noted. Near fine. Single 5-cent "The Biglin Brothers Racing -- Thomas Eakins" stamp depicting two rowers rowing at upper right. No decorative cachet at left; no distracting recipient's name/address. Just left of the "sweet spot" Box signs large and bold in medium green marker. Quite unusual. unknown
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WINSTON, Robert W (1860-1944)
Autograph Letter Signed
This North Carolina superior court justice authored a number of well-respected Civil War biographies such as "Robert E. Lee: A Biography" 1934 and "Andrew Johnson: Plebeian and Patriot" 1928. ALS 1p 6" X 9½" Richmond VA 1931 September 22. Addressed to H.D. Trevillian. Near fine. On pictorial letterhead of Hotel John Marshall appropriate digs for a jurist Winston agrees to sign one of his books and arranges a time -- certainly "High Stakes and Hair Trigger: The Life of Jefferson Davis" 1930. Bold and attractive. unknown
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WINTER, William (1836-1917)
Autograph Quotation Signed
The dean of American drama critics appeared in the "New York Tribune" from 1865 to 1909 and published numerous volumes of essays stage history verse and critical studies. AQS 1p 7½" X 5" n.p. 1892. Very good. Minor age toning; mounting traces on verso. Four-line tribute to Shakespeare: "Sweet bell of Stratford tolling slow / In summer gleaming's golden glow / I hear and feel this voice divine / And all my soul responds to thine." In his usual light purple ink. To the right of this quatrain is a black wax seal whose impression is faint and whose significance warrants research. An attractive unusual piece. unknown
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MARKHAM, Edwin (1852-1940)
Partly-printed Autograph Document Signed
Poet best remembered for "The Man with the Hoe." Partly-printed ADS 1p 7¼" X 10½" West New Brighton NY 1929 September 21. Very good. Updating form sent out by "Who's Who in America" for their 1930-31 edition on orange stock with Markham's 2" X 3" biographical entry from the previous edition affixed onto the blank center area. Markham has written on the wide margin "is frequently called the leader of the Democratic movement in American poetry" and "Member of the American Academy of Arts and Letters" plus one minor correction. At the bottom he signs and gives his address. An editor has made marks and drawn lines in green ink through most of Markham's additions; two checkmarks near the signature barely touch two letters; there are several other editor's marks in pencil and red pencil. A colorful extremely interesting document. unknown
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LIBERACE, George (1911-83)
Inscribed Photograph Signed
Liberace's older lookalike brother was to him what Zeppo was to the Marx Brothers and what George Burns was to Gracie Allen -- the quiet straight man; a musician himself violin he tended his more famous brother's business interests. IPS 8" X 10" New York NY n.d. ca. 1955. Very good. Mounting stains on verso. Glossy portrait boldly signed and inscribed in a light area left of center making for great contrast "For my Friend / Ambrose -- / Shall always / remember your / wonderful hospitality. / Musically Yours / George! / Waldorf Astoria / N.Y.C." A choice example. unknown
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COOKE, Jay (1821-1905)
Autograph Note Signed
The banker who founded Jay Cooke & Co. proved remarkably successful as a fiscal agent for the U.S. Treasury selling far more government bonds than was thought possible; later he financed western railroad construction such as the Northern Pacific and mines in Utah. ANS 1p 5 3/4" X 7 3/4" Philadelphia PA 1902 January 27. Very good. On his "Fourth & Library Streets" letterhead Cooke complies with an autograph request in his large bold flamboyant script. A very handsome piece. unknown
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SOOSE, Billy (1915-98)
Photograph Signed
Middleweight boxing champion in 1941 inducted into the World Boxing Hall of Fame in 1984. PS 2¼" X 3½" n.p. n.d. "To Richard / Billy Soose" boldly in black ballpoint. Fine. Tiny but handsome. unknown
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SWING, David (1830-94)
Autograph Quotation Signed
Presbyterian clergyman who was cited for heresy in 1874 and became more popular thereafter. AQS 1p 5¼" X 2½" n.p. 1878 January 9. Very good. Minor mounting trace on verso. Bold "Great Truths heal the discords / which small ideas create" boldly penned in brown ink signed and dated. Attractive. unknown
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BARLOW, Robert (1757-1843)
Autograph Letter Signed
British Royal Navy admiral who saw extensive service in the American Revolutionary War the French Revolutionary War and the Napoleonic War. ALS 1p 7¼" X 8½" tipped to heavy album leaf of same size Spithead off coast of southern England 1800 November 2. Addressed to "Gentlemen." Near fine. Writing from aboard "His Maj. Ship Phoebe" Barlow remarks: "Mr Sewell the Kings Advocate General of Lower Canada informs me by letter of the 14th Augt. last -- that he has transmitted to you as set of Bills payable to me or order. I request you will send them to me under cover. my reason for not having them sent to Portsmouth is that we are only waiting a fair wind to sail for Ireland." Handsomely penned. A scant three months later 2 February 1801 at the Straits of Gibraltar Barlow would for the second time in his career capture a French frigate -- for which victory he was knighted and given command of the HMS Triumph in the Mediterranean. An attractive piece written just shy of his greatest military success. From the noted collection of New Jersey physician J. ACKERMAN COLES died 1925 with his printed file folder. unknown
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STAMPER, Malcolm T (1925-2005)
Signed Postal Cover
This engineer joined the Boeing company in 1962 as head of their aeronautical electronics division and soon rose to vice president where he gained fame for spearheading the race to develop the 747 jumbo jet a massive management and engineering achievement as well as an enormous financial gamble that ushered in a new age of air transport; he served as president from 1972 to 1985 their longest ever. Signed Postal Cover 6½" X 3½" cancelled in Jamaica New York on 12 April 1970. Single 20-cent "Audubon 1785-1851" air mail stamp at upper right. NOT a First Day Cover but left side bears a large circular purple inkstamp commemorating "First TWA 747 Service New York-Paris." To the right of this in the "sweet spot" Stamper signs large and bold in black ballpoint. Most unusual. Comes with original transmittal envelope and TNS secretarial 1p 7¼" X 10¼" Seattle WA 1970 May 11. Addressed to Paul Johnston. Thanks him for "the personal interest of so many people in the 747. we're very proud of this newest member of our jet family. unknown
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RIDGWAY, Matthew B (1895-1993)
Typed Note Signed
Famed World War Two Army general who commanded one of the first airborne divisions formed -- one of the first to parachute into the D-Day invasion of Normany in June 1944. TNS 1p 10 3/4" X 7¼" Pittsburgh PA 1985 June 1. Addressed to noted philatelic author Herman "Pat" Herst Jr. Near fine. Original mailing folds. Mentions meeting Herst some years earlier at one of Herst's New York stamp auctions. Signed simply "Matt." With original envelope. One of the last of the WW2 biggies. unknown
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DIX, John A (1798-1879)
Document Signed
Major general in charge of the Department of Maryland and the East; as treasury secretary he is credited with saying "If anyone attempts to haul down the American flag shoot him on the spot!" Printed DS 1p 13" X 6¼" New York NY n.d. Fine. Stock certificate "Construction Stock" never filled in or issued for shares in the Mississippi & Missouri Railroad Company bearing a superb bold Dix signature as president of the organization. Printed entirely in deep green with a handsome vignette depicting a puffing locomotive crossing the plains amidst a herd of stampeding buffalo with several Indians in the foreground one horseback observing; three smaller vignettes depict a steamboat an Indian warrior and an Indian mother with her child. A striking piece. unknown
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EAGLE, Don (1925-66)
Inscribed Photograph Signed
This Canadian Native American wrestler known as "Marvelous Mohawk" was one of the greatest box office attractions of the early days of televised wrestling; he won the best-of-three-falls AWA World title in 1950 but had it taken away three days later in a controversial incident during a match with Gorgeous George; he died at age 41 of a self-inflicted gunshot wound an apparent suicide. IPS 8" X 10" n.p. n.y. ca. 1960. Very good. Small chip at lower left corner not affecting image. Full-length publicity portrait of Eagle in Indian costume and full headdress posing somberly with arms outstretched; appropriate Indian props alongside him include a birch bark drum atop an Indian blanket In a light portion to the right of his torso Eagle inscribes it boldly in blue ballpoint: "Good Hunting / Chief Don Eagle." Quite handsome and quite scarce. One of wrestling's early greats a suicide at age 41. unknown
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OLIVER, Paul A (1830-1912)
Autograph Letter Signed
This Union officer a brevet general awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor is credited with inventing dynamite circa 1866 independently from Alfred Nobel; he invented other explosive manufacturing processes as well and from 1868 to 1903 operated an explosives plant in Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania. Handsome ALS 1p 5½" X 9" Oliver's Mills PA 1903 June 10. Addressed to Captain Isaac P. Gregg who was in charge of gathering appropriate noteworthies for the dedication of an equestrian statue of General Joseph Hooker. Very good. Slight age toning. On black-bordered mourning stationery Oliver thanks Gregg "that I shall be so generously provided for. at the Brunswick Hotel. I cannot say what train I will come on but I will find my way to the Hotel in the afternoon or evening without difficulty." A dyn-o-mite example! unknown
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LEGER, Paul Emile (1904-91)
Signature
This influential Canadian prelate of the Roman Catholic Church resigned as Archbishop of Montreal in 1968 to found the Fame Pereo Institute for Lepers and the Center for the Rehabilitation of the Handicapped in Cameroon Africa. Handsome full signature in blue fountain pen heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1979 October 30. Fine. With original envelope. A superb example from the same year Leger was awarded the first Pearson Medal of Peace. Rather uncommon. unknown
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SALAMAN, Charles (1814-1901)
Autograph Musical Quotation Signed
British composer. AMuQS 3½pp 13" X 9½" Frankfort Germany 1853 July 31. Inscribed "to his friend Kapel Meister Schlösser by the Author" at the conclusion and signed on the first page. Very good. Large picturesque extract from "Romance pour le Piano" Opus 23. unknown
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GIORDANO, Umberto (1867-1948)
Autograph Letter Signed
Italian composer whose ten verismo style operas include "Andrea Chenier" 1896 "Fedora" 1898 and "Siberia" 1903. Brief ALS "Umberto" in Italian 1p 5" X 6½" n.p. n.y. Addressed to "Alberti." Very good. Minor edgewear. On black-bordered mourning stationery. Not translated but notes receipt of a telegram and based on the exclamation and question marks would appear to be lively and animated content. Accompanied by a very good 3½" X 5½" postcard photograph a head-and-shoulders portrait of Giordano in later years. unknown
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PAUR, Emil (1855-1932)
Autograph Musical Quotation Signed
This Brahms champion was an Austrian conductor; in the U.S. he led the Boston Symphony Orchestra New York Philharmonic and Pittsburgh Symphony. AMuQS 1p heavy stock 3½" X 2½" card New York 1898. Very good. Mild age toning; faint mounting trace at corners. Paul pens one measure of music large and bold in brown ink adding "Allegro Beeth." above and "To Miss Neumann / New York EPaur / 98" below. unknown
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DRUZE, Johnnie (1914-2005)
Signature / Autograph Note Signed
Last survivor of Fordham University's famed and feared "Seven Blocks of Granite" 1936-37 later a football coach at Notre Dame and Marquette. Two items: First a large signature heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. Neptune NJ 1987 September 21. Fine. Second an ANS "Druze" 2pp 3½" X 5" n.p. n.d. Fine. Note to an admirer. "Why don't you write to N. Dame & get autographs of Paul Hornung Leon Hart Geo Connors John Lujack." With original envelope. unknown
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HAPGOOD, Norman (1868-1937)
Typed Letter Signed
This editor and writer edited the hugely popular "Collier's Weekly" 1903-12 and "Harper's Weekly" 1913-16 and became so highly regarded he was named U.S. minister to Denmark in 1919; his books include biographies of American statesman such as George Washington Daniel Webster and Abraham Lincoln. TLS 1p 5½" X 8½" New York NY 1912 April 18. Addressed to George Ade 1866-1944 American humorist and playwright. Near fine. "Are you going to the conventions at Chicago and Baltimore" writes Hapgood on "Collier's" letterhead referring to the Republican and Democratic National Conventions. "If so what would you think of Collier's as a medium for your impressions I am sure McCutcheon or anyone else you might prefer would be glad to work with you. If you will consider this idea at all I should like to know also how much you would charge. I expect to be at both conventions myself and should much enjoy seeing you." The letter is docketed by Ade himself: at the upper left in his large distinctive hand he pencils a huge "A / ans" to note he had replied. Pulitzer Prize-winning editorial cartoonist John T. McCutcheon was a Purdue University classmate of Ade's and a lifelong pal as well as illustrator of Ade's "Chicago Record" daily feature "Stories of the Streets and of the Town" in the 1890s. Hapgood's solicitation paid off for while Ade apparently did not attend the convention at his then-hometown of Chicago he did attend the Baltimore convention and in the 13 July 1912 issue of "Collier's" his article "The Baltimore Affair from Three Angles" appeared see Dorothy Ritter Russo's "A Bibliography of George Ade" page 232. An interesting piece. unknown
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GIORDANO, Umberto (1867-1948)
Autograph Letter Signed
Italian composer whose ten verismo style operas include "Andrea Chenier" 1896 "Fedora" 1898 and "Siberia" 1903. ALS "Giordano" in Italian in bold purple pencil 2pp 1st and 2nd leaves ideal for display 5¼" X 8¼" Baveno Italy 1914 July 17. Addressed to "Honored Maestro." Very good. On his "Villa Fedora" letterhead. Giordano's new four-act opera "Madame Sans Gene" was soon to be premiered around this time he wrote to Maria Farneti on 22 July 1914 to ask her to sing in it so although this letter is not translated its contents appear to concern music and scheduling matters perhaps related to this premiere. unknown
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LAMOUREUX, Charles (1834-99)
Autograph Letter Signed
The noted French conductor and violinist was the first to conduct Handel's "Messiah" 1873; as a devout supporter of Richard Wagner he also conducted the first French performance of "Lohengrin" in Paris in 1887 which sparked street demonstrations from a patriotic group denouncing him as unpatriotic. ALS in French 2pp 5" X 7" Paris France 1888 January 2. Addressed to "Cher Monsieur Street." Very good. Though cryptic it seems he pens a newspaper or magazine editor who commiserated with whom about the 1887 Wagner protests. Reads in part: "I thank you very much. for your sympathy which you wish to show me. I am going to give some orders immediately so that things go as you indicated relating to the Morning without constraint of course." A handsome example boldly penned in black ink. unknown
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ENGLISH, Granville (1895-1968?)
Autograph Musical Quotation Signed
American composer of popular Broadway tunes. AMuQS 1p 9½" X 4 3/4" n.p. n.d. Inscribed to James J. Rooney. Very good. Minor mounting traces on verso. English boldly writes out two lines of words and music from "Night in My Heart" on printed music notation paper nicely inscribing and signing along the top. Quite attractive. unknown
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PENNARIO, Leonard (1924-2008)
Inscribed Photograph Signed
When Joan Fontaine plays Rachmaninoff's 2nd Concerto in the 1950 film "September Affair" it's actually a recording of this American classical pianist you're hearing; he debuted while a G.I. in Carnegie Hall in 1943 and toured the country in the 1960s as part of a popular Grammy-winning trio along with cellist Gregor Piatigorsky and violinist Jascha Heifetz. IPS 8" X 10" n.p. 1984. Fine. Dramatic half-length portrait of a white-haired Pennario in tuxedo performing set against an entirely black background. At upper left in bright bold white he inscribes and signs it "To John A. Leiser -- / With the good wishes of / Leonard Pennario / 1984." Outstanding contrast. With large portion of the original mailing envelope addressed in Pennario's hand and bearing his hand-printed name and return address. Choicer than choice! unknown
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COOK, Joseph (1838-1901)
Autograph Quotation Signed
Popular lecturer who gave a famous series of Monday lectures at Tremont Temple in Boston on the relation of science to religion. AQS 1p 5¼" X 3" Boston MA 1878 January 10. Very good. Minor age toning; mounting traces on verso. "Duty done is the soul's fireside" boldly signed and dated. unknown
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CLAIRE, Marion (1902-88)
Signed Program
Paperback. This American opera singer also appeared in the 1937 film "Make a Wish." Printed program of the Chicago Grand Opera Company 16pp 7" X 10" Chicago IL 1934 January 27. Very good. Slight bit of age toning to outer wrappers only. Program for a performance of Puccini's "Turandot" featuring Rosa Raisa as Princess Turandot. Claire who played the role of "Liu a Young Slave Girl" has signed large and bold in black fountain pen across the center spread pp. 8-9. Quite attractive. paperback
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CHADWICK, Florence (1918-95)
Inscribed Photograph Signed
American swimmer who set the women's record for swimming the English channel in 1950 13 hours 20 minutes. IPS 8" X 11" n.p. n.y. Near fine. Reproduction on heavy stock of a superb charcoal sketch by George Loh the classic image of Chadwick in mid-crawl crossing the Channel as well as a smiling large closeup of a young Chadwick in swim cap and goggles boldly signed and inscribed by her in blue ballpoint in later years: "Kindest regards and / best wishes to Eirene Mowji. / Sincerely / Florence Chadwick." This lovely portrait was originally created for an Equitable Life Assurance Society ad campaign from which this attractive copy was made as a keepsake. unknown
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HARMEL, Lilian (1908-82)
Autograph Note Signed
Noted Austrian modern dancer wife of famed Viennese psychiatrist/psychoanalyst Lothair Henry Rubinstein 1908-71; fleeing Austria in 1938 they both became well established in London. ANS heavy stock 4¼" X 2" calling card Vienna Austria 1937 November 17. Near fine. Though not indicated recipient was Irving Schwerke 1893-1975 American expatriate pianist and music critic. Harmel thanks him "for your letter from Nov. 3rd and hopes that you have been at her recital!" Regrets she cannot see him "But coming here again in spring I shall let you know and hope to meet you then!" Boldly penned in blue fountain pen on both sides. Likely penned while performing in Paris where Schwerke resided. unknown
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MOREFIELD, Thomas W (1850-?)
Autograph Letter Signed
Supposedly the youngest soldier to enlist in the Civil War; others such as Johnny Clem born 1851 the "Union Drummer Boy of Chickamauga" were indeed younger although Clem did not carry a weapon until later was not officially mustered in and his wages were paid out of donations by the officers. Morefield's credentials therefore appear sound. ALS 1p 8" X 10" Elkhorn WI 1892 March 10. Addressed to W.E. Ambler. Near fine. Slight mailing folds. To a journalist or scholar researching Morefield's claim to fame Morefield transmits a photograph "Coppied from a tin tipe that I had taken soon after I Enlisted" not present. He agrees to "write up my Army Experience I dont know jest what you want do you want to know whare the Regiments went and What we went through I will say this much to you if it hendent of been for the Exposure of Camp life and picket duty and Rheumatism and diseases resulting from Rheumatism that I contracted while In the Army my Experience would been a good one." An intriguing very scarce item. unknown
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JONES, Eli Stanley (1884-1973)
Typed Letter Signed
This American missionary spent much of his life in India and authored works such as "How to Be a Transformed Person" 1951. TLS 1p 6" X 9½" Clifton Springs NY 1940 December 17. Addressed to John Leiser. Very good. A couple of minor paper clip rust marks else fine. Comments on the Ashram Movement and a budding mystic movement in New York begun by Dr. J. Holme Smith. ".the Ashram Movement in America is in such an embryonic state that it is difficult to see which one is going to be worth while. unknown
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CONFALONIERI, Carlo Cardinal (1893-1986)
Signature and inscription
Dean of the College of Cardinals; private secretary of Pope Pius XI 1920s-30s; Prefect of the Sacred Congregation of the Consistory. Signature and inscription in Italian in blue ballpoint heavy stock 5 3/4" X 4" postal card Vatican City 1984 February 2. Addressed to Terrence Kocsett. Near fine. Fine signature date and salutation on the message portion of a color picture postcard depicting the Church of St. Maria Maggiore in Rome; also addressed by the Cardinal. Scarce. unknown
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STONE, Harlan Fiske (1872-1946)
Autograph Manuscript Signed / Engraved Portrait
The dean of Columbia Law School went on to serve as attorney general under Coolidge before joining the U.S. Supreme Court as associate justice 1925-41 and chief justice 1941-46. Partly-printed AMS 4pp 5 3/4" X 9¼" Englewood NJ 1913 November 24. Very good. "Who's Who in America" questionnaire filled out entirely in Stone's hand starting with full name occupation address birthdate and going into education marital status professional associations clubs etc. Most printed questions bear brief responses and a few namely military record and list of books written did not apply and were left blank. Truly unique a fascinating and exceptionally early biographical record by the future chief justice. Accompanied by a striking 6" X 8" steel engraving of Stone. Fine. unknown
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HUTCHESON, Grote (1862-1948)
Autograph Document Signed
American army general who served as a commander of the famed 9th Cavalry Regiment black soldiers known as "The Buffalo Soldiers"; as an Indian fighter Hutcheson participated with the 9th Cavalry in actions against the Oklahoma Indians the South Dakota Sioux and the Bannock Indians; co-authored a history of the regiment. Partly-printed ADS 1p 7½" X 3" Washington D.C. 1919 July 30. Very good. Handsome check drawn on The Riggs National Bank with a bank vignette at left made out in Hutcheson's hand to "Camp Quartermaster Laundry" for $9.88 and boldly signed. Usual cancellation perforations not affecting text. Uncommon. unknown
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BREDICEANU, Tiberiu (1877-1968)
Note Signed
This Romanian composer of symphonic dances operas piano pieces and songs also served as general manager of the Bucharest Opera House. NS in French 1p 6½" X 4½" Brasov Romania 1930 May 24. Addressed to "Monsieur" Irving Schwerke 1893-1975 pianist and music critic. Near fine. On heavy stock correspondence card Brediceanu sends his biography as requested not present. Bold and attractive. Very uncommon. unknown
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GIBBONS, Floyd (1887-1939)
Typed Letter Signed / Partly-printed Autograph Document
Colorful American adventurer and World War One "Chicago Tribune" war correspondent aviation adventurer writer editor radio commentator. Three items the first being a TLS 1p 8½" X 10 3/4" Chicago Tribune letterhead Paris France 1921 November 30. Addressed to Messrs. A.N. Marquis & Company. Very good. Minor edgewear. Encloses "a corrected personal sketch" of his "Who's Who" entry and orders a copy of the completed book. The second and third items consist of two partly-printed unsigned ADs 2pp 8½" X 11" Paris France 1921 November 30. Very good. Minor soiling. Updating form sent out by "Who's Who" for its 1922-23 edition on orange paper with Gibbons' 2½" X 3½" biographical entry from the previous edition affixed onto the blank center area. In heavy pencil Gibbons has made extensive minor corrections most notably adding the following: "While passenger on SS Laconia torpedoed and sunk night Feb 25 1917 200 miles off Irish coast after night in small boat rescued and cabled 4000 word account of disaster in which American lost lives." The third page is identical to the second but affixed to the center is the corrected entry with Gibbons' changes incorporated. A fascinating document recording the daring exploits of this legendary correspondent. Lastly also present is a printed condolence acknowledgment card sent out by Gibbons' family upon his death heavy stock 4 3/4" X 3½" n.p. n.y. 1939. Ornately printed: "The family of / Floyd Gibbons / appreciates and gratefully acknowledges / your kind expression of sympathy." Fine. unknown
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FIRESTONE, Harvey S, Jr (1898-1973)
Signed Commemorative Cover
The son of the founder of the tire magnate himself became president and chairman of Firestone Tire and Rubber Company 1941-63 and under his direction the company expanded and diversified worldwide; he was a noted philanthropist and served for 15 years as chairman of the U.S.O. Signed Commemorative Cover 6½" X 3½" cancelled in Chicago Illinois on 7 April 1971 and bearing a special "USO / 30th Anniversary / 1941 - 1971" cancellation. Single 6-Cent U.S. flag stamp at upper right. Near fine. No decorative cachet at left; no distracting recipient's name/address. Near the center below the postal cancellation Firestone signs boldly in full in blue fineline. Quite nice and on an appropriate cover since Firestone was intimately associated with the United Services Organization. Small portion of original transmittal envelope also present. unknown
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BAER, Max (1909-59)
Inscribed Photograph Signed
Heavyweight boxing champion and father of actor Max "Jethro" Baer Jr. Uncommon IPS heavy stock 4½" X 6" n.p. 1959. Very good. Printed promotional photograph a handsome suit-and-tie closeup portrait. Boldly inscribed shortly before his death "To / Rollie / my old pal -- / your friend -- / Max Baer / 1959." Fairly scarce. unknown
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SHEHAN, Laurence (1898-1984)
Color Photograph Signed
Archbishop of Baltimore appointed 1961. Color PS 7¼" X 10¼" n.p. n.d. Near fine. Matte finish head-and-shoulders portrait of the cardinal in full regalia beautifully signed in full in blue ballpoint on the blank lower margin. unknown
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MANNING, Henry E (1808-92)
Autograph Letter Signed
The influential Church of England archdeacon converted to Catholicism in 1851 becoming Archbishop of Westminster in 1865 in which position he zealously promoted English Catholicism. Miniscule ALS 1p 3½" X 4½" London England 1864 October 12. Addressed to Mrs. Dickinson. Fine. At this time superior at the Oblatres of St. Charles in London which he founded in 1857 Manning asks a favor: "Will your kindness take me to the London Bridge Station tomorrow -- unless my hour is too late for you. I wish to leave here at 5 o'clock. I hope you are well: & have good news." Quite handsome little piece. unknown
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SHARKEY, Jack (1902-92)
Inscription and Signature
Popular world heavyweight boxing champion 1932-33. Choice bold "To / Richard C. Laade / Best of luck always / Jack Sharkey / 6/6/73" in red marker heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. Fine. Comes with a one-line thank-you note on same admirer's 8½" X 3½" note to Sharkey signed and dated. With original envelope. The "Big Skee" himself! unknown
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PEALE, Norman Vincent (1898-1993)
Typed Letter Signed
Popular American clergyman author of "The Power of Positive Thinking" 1952 and other bestsellers. TLS 1p 7¼" X 10½" New York NY 1981 December 12. Addressed to Lt. Col. M. David Samples. Near fine. Gracious if routine thank-you note to an admirer: "It means a great deal to me to have you say that my ministry has been helpful and your expression of appreciation makes it an even more joyous experience for me." Sends Christmas greeting. Usual large bold signature. With original envelope. An appealing Peale! unknown
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FRIML, Rudolf (1879-1972)
Signed First Day Cover
Czechoslavakian-born American pianist noted for his operettas and for stage and film scores. Signed First Day Cover 6½" X 3½" cancelled in Boston Massachusetts on 3 December 1969 and with "First Day of Issue" boldly stamped. Single 6-cent "William M. Harnett" stamp honoring "American Painting." Fine. No decorative cachet at left; no distracting recipient's name/address. At lower left below the postal cancellation Friml signs huge and bold in black fineline. This stamp depicts a Harnett painting of various musical instruments. A choice example on an appropriate cover. Small portion of original transmittal envelope also present. unknown
Referentie van de boekhandelaar : 24311
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BISSELL, Patrick (1957-87)
Signature
The principal dancer of the American Ballet Theatre in New York died from drug overdose at age thirty. Uncommon large signature heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1984 May 4. Fine. With original envelope. Quite uncommon. unknown
Referentie van de boekhandelaar : 22994
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ADE, George (1866-1944)
Printed Document Signed
Noted Hoosier humorist remembered for "Fables in Slang" 1900 among many other titles. Partly-printed Document Signed 1p 7" X 10½" n.p. 1937 June 23. Very good. Form sent out by "Who's Who in America" for its 1938-39 edition bearing Ade's small printed biographical entry 2" X 2½" from the previous edition affixed in the blank center area. By way of approval Ade signs this area boldly in pencil adding "O.K." An unusual mini-biography. unknown
Referentie van de boekhandelaar : 14374
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SLADEN, Douglas (?-?)
Autograph Letter Signed
Noted English archeologist travel writer and poet. ALS 2pp 5¼" X 8½" Palermo Sicily 1903 March. Addressed to J.H. Sutherland Jackson possibly John Hughlings Jackson 1835-1911 the English neurologist. Very good. Minor soiling. On the verso of a scarce pictorial promotional handbill for his book "Segesta Selinunte and the West of Sicily" Sladen thanks Jackson for birthday wishes "Such letters are among the greatest privileges which author's receive" and discusses portraits of and interviews with himself. He talks too of the availability of his volumes of verse: "But the best book to judge me by is the latest 'Segesta Selinunte and the West of Sicily' or the great three guinea works entitled 'In Sicily'." Unusual. unknown
Referentie van de boekhandelaar : 28673
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PIERCE, Webb (1921-91)
Inscribed Photograph Signed
Country Western recording star of the 1950s and '60s inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2001. Superb IPS 8" X 10" n.p. n.y. ca. 1965. Near fine. Mild tape stain at each corner on white border only. Vintage head-and-shoulders portrait issued by Decca Records of a smiling Pierce in embroidered Western-style shirt boldly inscribed and signed in bright green fineline in a light portion at lower left: "To Donald Burnell / My best to you / Webb Pierce." A choice example. unknown
Referentie van de boekhandelaar : 26884
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HYDE, Lawrence (1641-1711)
Autograph Document Signed
One of Dryden's patrons represented as Hushai in his 1681 poem "Absalom and Achitophel" "Hushai the friend of David in distress in publick storms of manly stedfastness; By Foreign Treaties he inform'd his Youth; And join'd Experience to his Native Truth. Frugal for that but bounteous of his own: 'Tis easie Conduct when Exchequers flow; But hard the task to manage well the low."; first Earl of Rochester; as first Lord of the Treasury was forced to participate in negotiating Charles II's treaty with Louis XIV; Lord President of the Council; Lord High Treasurer; viceroy of Ireland. ADS 1p 8½" X 7" n.p. London 1680 August 2. Addressed "To our very Loving Sir Robt" Howard. Very good. Minor chipping at edges. Howard 1626-98 was an English dramatist auditor of exchequer at the time of this document and another of Dryden's patrons as well as his brother-in-law. Requests payment of 455 pounds to Henry Sidney for "three months or ninety one dayes of his ordinary entertainmt." Sidney 1641-1704 was envoy to The Hague at the time. A rare piece with interesting connections. unknown
Referentie van de boekhandelaar : 24597
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HAMEY, H Ray (1902-91)
Autograph Document Signed
Under Hamey's management 1961-63 the New York Yankees won two World Championships and three American LEague pennants. Partly-printed ADS 1p 6¼" X 3" New York NY 1961 October 26. Very good. Check drawn on the Bankers Trust Company entirely filled out in Hamey's hand to Harry S. Stockwell for $10.50 and boldly signed. Perforated cancellation does not affect signature. Handsome and unusual. unknown
Referentie van de boekhandelaar : 19849
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BRADY, John R (1822-91)
Signature and Salutation
This New York Supreme Court Justice is remembered for the date of September 20 1881 -- when he went to a residence at 123 Lexington Avenue in New York City to swear in Chester A. Arthur upon the death of James A. Garfield. Clipped "and present my thanks. / Yrs very respy / Jno. R. Brady / Mr. Burnham" 5¼" X 2¼" n.p. n.y. Very good. Minor mounting traces on verso. Top text line slightly trimmed. Bold and attractive -- a quite nice example. unknown
Referentie van de boekhandelaar : 24516
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SADACCA, Albert V (1902-?)
Signed First Day Cover
Although Grover Cleveland had electric lights put on the White House Christmas tree in 1895 it was this 15-year-old Spanish immigrant who in New York in 1917 developed and popularized the modern concept of a string of small lights painted different colors to decorate trees and avoid the fires often caused by Christmas tree candles; his family firm NOMA Electric Company monopolized the industry for a time. Signed First Day Cover 6½" X 3½" cancelled at Washington DC on November 5 1970 and with "First Day of Issue" noted. Fine. 6-cent "Christmas" stamp and 5-cent "Christmas 1963" stamp featuring lit Christmas trees at upper right. No decorative cachet at left; no distracting recipient's name/address. Across the horizontal cancellation lines around the words "First Day of Issue" Saddaca signs large and bold in blue ballpoint. Small portion of original transmittal envelope present. Very uncommon. unknown
Referentie van de boekhandelaar : 21429
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