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GONZALEZ, GONZALEZ, Pedro (1925-2006)
Signature
An appearance on Groucho Marx's "You Bet Your Life" in 1953 brought this Mexican-American character actor to John Wayne's attention after which he appeared in Wayne's films "The High and the Mighty" 1953 "Rio Bravo" 1959 and "Hellfighters" 1968; other films include "The Love Bug" 1968 and "Chisum" 1970. Huge bold signature in black ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1984 December 12. Fine. With original envelope. A surprisingly scarce signature. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 39045
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KINSKEY, Leonid (1903-98)
Signature
This Russian-born American actor of film and television will always be remembered as Humphrey Bogart's bar buddy Sascha in "Casablanca" 1942 but he also appears in such films as "Duck Soup" 1933 "That Night in Rio" 1941 and "The Man with the Golden Arm" 1955 among many other films -- as well as appearing in the pilot episode of "Hogan's Heroes" 1965! Accompanied by a printed 6¼" X 9¼" typed noted with photocopied signature apologizing for tardiness "A box of important mail has been lost during remodeling". Large bold signature in black fineline heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1986 July 31. Fine. With original envelope bearing Kinskey's North Hollywood address label. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 39048
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DEAN, Isabel (1918-97)
Photograph Signed
The Story of Gilbert and Sullivan" 1953 "Light in the Piazza" 1962 and "A High Wind in Jamaica" 1965 are among this British film and television actress's many roles. Charming PS 5½" X 3½" n.p. n.y. Fine. Superb candid closeup of a smiling Dean in later years head resting on hands. Signed boldly in black ballpoint in a light area at upper right. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 39044
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HOWERD, Frankie (1917-92)
Typed Note Signed
The "comeback king" British comedian and actor whose popularity on films television and the stage rose and fell for most of his career; films include "The Runaway Bus" 1954 "Carry On Doctor" 1967 and "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band" 1978 among others. TNS 1p 8¼" X 7 3/4" London England 1983 January 19. Addressed to Richard Laade. Very good. Original mailing folds. "I am flattered that you should take the trouble to write from such a distance" he writes an American admirer transmitting a photograph not present. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 39047
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MITCHUM Robert 1917 97
Photograph Signed
This rugged he-man star counts "The Story of G.I. Joe" "Cape Fear" "El Dorado" and many more among his films. PS 10" X 8" n.p. n.d. Fine. Glossy still scene from the 1976 film "The Last Tycoon" showing tuxedo-clad Mitchum as studio executive Pat Brady looking on as Jeanne Moreau as Didi shakes hands with Robert DeNiro as production chief Monroe Stahr signed large and bold by Mitchum in blue fineline at upper right. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 38767
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REED, Thomas B. (1839-1902)
Signature
This Maine representative 1877-99 and twice Speaker of the House 1889-91 1895-99 was known as "Czar Reed" for his passage of "Reed's Rules" which greatly increased the Speaker's powers. A large and bold full signature plus "Portland / Me" in brown ink on a heavy stock 4" X 2½" slip. Near fine. Accompanied by an ALS from the Young Mens Republican Club of Stratford Iowa date 1894 October 23 requesting "your autograph and if agreeable some political sentiment. as a memento from our choice for President in '96." Not surprisingly Reed declines to be goaded into penning "some political sentiment" that could be viewed as throwing his hat into the presidential ring prematurely! Original House of Representatives envelope from Reed also present. A fun trio. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 38612
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MILLS, Roger Q. (1832-1911)
Signature
This fiery Democratic politician and attorney saw much action as an officer with the Confederate Army and later served Texas as a representative 1873-92 and senator 1892-99. Large bold "RQ Mills / Texas" in brown ink on a heavy stock 3" X 2" card n.p. n.y. Near fine. Original "House of Representatives U.S." envelope with 1889 February 8 postal cancellation present. An excellent example. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 38621
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RAFT, George (1895-1980), and HASSO, Signe (1915-2002)
Signatures and Inscriptions / Unsigned Photograph
Although Raft like James Cagney could dance elegantly no actor was more typecast as a gangster than this star of the 1930s and '40s whose roles in such films as "Scarface" 1932 was reinforced by his real world mafia connections; in Billy Wilder's "Some Like It Hot" 1959 and Jerry Lewis's "The Ladies Man" 1961 he played a comic caricature of his earlier self. Hasso was the Swedish-born "next Garbo" who appeared in a number of films in the 1940s; in later years she achieved some success as a writer and composer. "To Donald / a swell fellow / My Best / George Raft" in blue ballpoint on an irregular roughly oval-shaped slip about 4½" X 3" n.p. n.y. ca. 1960. Very good. On a heavy linen stock with three small tape stains slightly touching upon a couple letters. "Febr. 3rd 69 / With all good wishes / Signe Hasso" in bold black fineline heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. Fine. With original envelope. This nice pair is accompanied by an unsigned 10" X 8" black-and-white photograph a closeup of the pair dancing together in the 1945 film noir classic "Johnny Angel." Very good. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 38399
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COTTEN, Joseph (1905-94)
Photograph Signed
The magnificent-voiced football player turned actor starred in numerous films over several decades "Gaslight" "Duel in the Sun" "Portrait of Jennie" and "September Affair" among them but never eclipsed his roles as Holly Martins in "The Third Man" 1949 and as Jedediah Leland in Orson Welles' 1941 classic "Citizen Kane." PS 8" X 10" n.p. n.d. ca. 1980. Fine. Modern glossy print of a classy head-and-shoulders portrait of a younger Cotten in Confederate cavalry uniform signed boldly by him in black fineline in a light are just left of center. A superb later life example. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 38209
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GLEAVE, Tom (1908-93) and SIMPSON, William (1914-2005)
Signed Commemorative Envelope
Gleave was a famed R.A.F. fighter pilot shot down during the Battle of Britain and horribly burned -- which in turn made him famous as "Chief Guinea Pig" to famed New Zealand pioneering plastic surgeon Sir Archibald McIndoe; Simpson was a R.A.F. bomber pilot shot down over Belgium in 1940 suffering severe facial and hand burns -- and he too became famous as another of McIndoe's "guinea pigs." Signed Commemorative Envelope 7½" X 4½" n.p. cancelled on 20 July 1982. Fine. Left half is filled with a color cachet depicting Battle of Britain fighters above which is a portrait of Archibald McIndoe and the caption "41st Anniversary of the Guinea Pig Club 20 July 1982" with explanatory text at right describing the commemorative flight on which this envelope was carried. At upper right near the special circular Guinea Pig Club cancellation Gleave and Simpson each sign in blue ballpoint. Limitation statement on envelope verso notes this is #361 of 1026 signed covers and is signed by R.A.F. Project Officer D. Fullock. Accompanied by a 5½" X 3½" then-and-now black and white glossy photograph of Gleave and printed heavy stock informational cards about Gleave Simpson and The Guinea Pig Club. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 37730
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SAWYER, Charles (1887-1979)
Typed Note Signed
Harry Truman's secretary of commerce 1948-53 was an Ohio lawyer and Democratic politician; FDR appointed him U.S. Ambassador to Belgium 1944-46. TNS 1p 8½" X 11" Cincinnati OH 1939 January 24. Addressed to Arnold F. Gates 1914-93 noted Lincoln and Civil War scholar. Near fine. On "Democratic National Committee" letterhead Sawyer -- who'd just lost the Ohio gubernatorial race -- comments to this young admirer "I appreciate your suggestion about the future although I am making no plans. I think for the time being the Democrats in Ohio would do well to let our political opposition have the center of the stage." Signed boldly. Accompanied by Sawyer's custom-printed Christmas card for this same period featuring a photograph of him with his wife and four children around a fireplace a printed message signed by him in type and bearing a facsimile signature. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 37839
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McCRACKEN, Harold (1894-1983)
Typed Note Signed
This American author photographer cinematographer and producer co-founded the Buffalo Bill Historical Center and the Whitney Museum of Western Art; as an explorer he led a group that attempted to prove a land bridge once existed between Alaska and Siberia; his numerous books include "Beyond the Frozen Frontier" 1936 and many titles about cowboys big game hunting and artists of the American West. TNS 1p 8½" X 11" New York NY 1940 October 4. Addressed to Arnold Gates 1914-93 noted Lincoln and Civil War scholar. Near fine. On letterhead of "Courier Productions" a documentary film production company he founded McCracken tells an admirer he "deeply appreciated your very pleasant remembrance of my birthday as well as the nice things said about 'Beyond the Frozen Frontier'. Although I have no immediate plans for another book I have been flirting with a couple of ideas which may materialize." As indeed they did with "The Biggest Bear on Earth" published in 1943 and several other titles released in the '40s. Signed boldly in full. An exceptionally early example. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 37837
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OSTENDORF, Lloyd A. (1921-2000)
Untitled Print
Athens IL: The Long Nine Museum Collection n.y. This Dayton Ohio commercial artist became the foremost artist interpreter of Abraham Lincoln and his circle illustrating every facet of Lincoln's life in various media over several decades; he authored and/or illustrated several Lincoln books such as the 1963 classic "Lincoln in Photographs: An Album of Every Known Pose" with Charles Hamilton. Unsigned print 11½" X 14½" n.p. n.y. Fine. Pristine ink-and-wash black-and-white print an unusual waist-up closeup of young Lincoln in winter garb in the foreground looking down at envelopes he's sorting in his hands while behind him appears the snow-covered "U.S. Post Office" of New Salem. The Long Nine Museum Collection unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 37664
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FENTON, Reuben A. (1819-85)
Signature / Unsigned Portrait
The Soldiers' Friend" so called because of his advocacy of Civil War veterans and their needs was a merchant and Democrat turned Republican politician who served New York as representative 1853-55 1857-65 governor 1865-68 and senator 1869-75. Large bold "R.E. Fenton" in brown ink heavy stock 3½" X 2¼" card n.p. n.y. Very good. Faint age toning; mounting traces on verso. A handsome example. Accompanied by an outstanding 1860s vintage steel-engraved portrait heavy stock 5 3/4" X 9½" engraved by H.B. Hall of New York. Near fine. Titled "Eminent Upholders in Congress of the War for the Union" in ornate rolling typeface along the lower margin this depicts twelve notable Congressman head-and-shoulders portrait each within a small oval. Three ovals occupy the center the topmost being Fenton. A striking war-date image and superb signature example. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 37179
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ROCKWELL, Charles W. (?-?)
Signature
This important federal bureaucratic position was held from 1849 to 1853 by this Connecticut legislator. Closing portion of a Letter Signed 3 3/4" X 1 3/4" n.p. Washington DC n.y. ca. 1850. Near fine. Tipped to slightly larger sheet. Reads in full: "I am very respectfully / Your Obt Servt / C-W. Rockwell / Commissioner of Customs" -- the text secretarial the signature Rockwell's. An important position in its day overseeing the U.S. Customs Service which provided the main source of revenue for the federal government. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 37180
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SCHURZ Carl 1829 1906
Signature with Rank / Unsigned Portrait
This German-born Union general was a man of vast accomplishments: U.S. minister to Spain senator from Missouri secretary of the interior editor of the "New York Evening Post" and more. Bold strong signature typical "C. Schurz" 2½" X 1¼" slip n.p. Very good. Mild age toning with paper clip rust mark at upper left touching upon the "C." An appealing war-date example of this extraordinary figure's signature with "Maj Genl." penned beneath it and another rather illegible line bpenned beneath that may read "Dec. 23d 1863". Schurz was raised to the rank of major general in March 1863 which would make this possible 1863 date logical. Accompanied by an outstanding 1860s vintage steel-engraved group portrait entitled "Defenders of the Union" along the bottom heavy stock 6" X 9" n.p. n.y. Twelve superb individual portraits each within its own oval decorative frame with Rosecrans at upper center and Sigel Weitzel Meagher and other Union generals surrounding him -- Schurz at upper right. Near fine. Quite handsome. War-date Schurz are encountered far less often that post-war examples. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 37200
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YATES, Richard (1815-73)
Free-Franked Signature / Unsigned Portrait
The Civil War governor of Illinois 1861-65 also served as representative 1851-55 and senator 1865-71. Bold and handsome "Richd Yates / USS" tan 3½" X 1" slip n.p. n.y. Fine. Though not dated this would have been a free-franking signature clipped from a type of envelope commonly used by Congressman and dates to Yates' Senate period. Accompanied by an outstanding 1860s vintage steel-engraved portrait heavy stock 6" X 9" engraved by J.C. Buttre of New York and captioned "Eminent Loyal Governors" in ornate flowing typeface along the lower margin. Head-and-shoulders portrait of 13 Union governors each within a small oval border; Yates appears near the upper left. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 37205
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DURBIN, Deanna (1921-2013)
Inscribed Photograph Signed
This Canadian actress's musicals rescued Universal Studios from bankruptcy in the 1930s and made her a major young acting and singing star through the 1940s when she quit at the top. IPS 6½" X 4½" n.p. n.d. Fine. Matte finish book photograph a closeup still from the 1940 romantic musical "Spring Parade" showing Durbin flirting with a uniformed Robert Cummings inscribed and signed by her small but bold in black fineline: "Best always / Deanna Durbin / David." Charming piece. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 36818
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ALLEN, Rex (1920-99)
Inscribed Drawing Signed
One of the last of the singing cowboys known as "Mister Cowboy" and "The Arizona Cowboy" Allen starred in cowboy films of the 1950s and is credited with composing 300 songs among them "Crying in the Chapel" 1953. IDS 8" X 10" n.p. n.y. ca. 1960. Near fine. Original pencil sketch by an unknown artist a nicely executed head-and-shoulders portrait of a smiling Allen with a bandana around his neck with "Rex Allen / 'The Arizona Cowboy'" pencilled beneath. Just left of center Allen signs huge and bold in blur ballpoint. Undated but circa 1960 the height of his fame. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 36629
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CURTIS, Tony (1925-2010) and LEIGH, Janet (1927-2004)
Inscribed Photographs Signed
He was the versatile American leading man of the '50s remembered both the comedies "Some Like It Hot" 1959 and dramas "Sweet Smell of Success" 1957 "The Defiant Ones" 1958 "The Boston Strangler" 1968; his wife 1951-62 appeared in numerous films over several decades but is best remembered for her Oscar-nominated performance in "Psycho" 1960. Pair of IPsS 8" X 10" n.p. n.y. circa 1960. Very good. Faint tape stain at each corner. His is a stylish half-length glamour pose in suit and tie elbows resting on knees and cigarette in right hand boldly signed and inscribed in a light area at upper left: "To Donald -- / Good Luck Always -- / Tony Curtis" in black ink. Very faint smudge of several letters in "Donald." Hers is a smiling head-and-shoulders portrait at the height of her fame against a flowery wallpaper background inscribed and signed in black ink boldly across her light blouse: "To Donald -- / My very best wishes / Janet Leigh. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 36673
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CICERI, Leo A. (1924-70)
Signature
This highly-regarded Canadian actor appeared on stage in Shakespearian productions and in a small number of films before his tragic death in a car crash at age 46. Large bold full signature and "Stratford National Co. of Canada" in black ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1970 February 28. Fine. With original envelope. A choice example in his handsome script penned just six months before his untimely death on August 17 1970. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 36487
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JOHNSON, Van (1916-2008)
Inscribed Photograph Signed
The freckled red-haired American golden boy of numerous films of the 1940s and '50s -- most memorably "Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo" 1944 and "The Caine Mutiny" 1954 -- continued appearing in films and on television into the 1980s. IPS 8" X 10" n.p. n.y. circa 1960. Very good. Faint inoffensive tape stain at each corner. Glossy head-and-shoulders portrait of Johnson in suit and tie facing right head turned toward the camera and grinning slyly left hand on cheek. In a light area at lower left he inscribes and signs huge and bold: "To Don -- / Kindest regards -- / Van Johnson" in thickish dark blue ink. An outstanding vintage example. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 36505
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ARDEN, Eve (1912-90)
Signature and Inscription / Unsigned Photograph
Popular film actress best remembered for her 1948-56 radio later television series "Our Miss Brooks." Large and bold "Best of Luck / to Donald Burnell / Sincerely / Eve Arden" in blue ballpoint on an oddly-trimmed slip roughly 4½" X 4" n.p. n.y. ca. 1960. Good plus. Several small tape stains at margins slightly touching upon several letters. Accompanied by a modern high-quality black and white 10" X 8" glossy photograph a scene from the 1953 comedy "The Lady Wants Mink" depicting Arden in mink coat talking to William Demarest. Fine. Despite flaws the signature and inscription are attractive -- a charming pair. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 36541
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LYON, Francis D. (1905-96)
Signature
This American film editor and later film director won the Academy Award along with Robert Parrish for film editing of the 1947 film "Body and Soul." Bold full signature in blue fineline heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1994 January 24. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 36391
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BETTGER, Lyle (1915-2003)
Signature and Inscription
One of those character actors you love to hate in films such as "Union Station" 1950 "The Greatest Show on Earth" 1952 as elephant handler Klaus "The Lone Ranger" 1956 and "Gunfight at the OK Corral" 1957. Large bold "To Richard -- / with all good / wishes -- / Lyle Bettger" in black ballpoint heavy stock 5½" X 3½" card n.p. Honolulu HI n.y. September 1987. Fine. A great later life example. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 36399
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FELL, Norman (1924-98)
Document Signed
This American actor appeared in such films as "Ocean's 11" 1960 "It's a Mad Mad Mad Mad World" 1963 "PT 109" 1963 "The Graduate" 1967 "Bullitt" 1968 and "Catch 22" 1970 but will forever be remembered as "Mr. Roper" on the television sitcom "Three's Company" 1976-81 for which he won a Golden Globe Award in 1979. DS 2pp 8½" X 14" Beverly Hills CA 1983 February 2. Very good. Printed William Morris Agency "General Materials and Packages" contract between the talent agency and Fell -- two full pages of standard boilerplate language signed at the conclusion by Fell in black fineline at lower right. Accompanied by an unsigned 8" X 10" glossy portrait of Fell around this time. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 36442
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BAIN, Conrad (1923-2013)
Signature / Unsigned Photograph
This Canadian-born actor of stage and screen is best remembered as Bea Arthur's nemesis on television's "Maude" 1972-78 and as beloved father figure Philip Drummond on "Diff'rent Strokes" 1978-86. Bold large signature in black fineline heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. n.y. Fine. Accompanied by a glossy 8" X 10" "Diff'rent Strokes" cast a formal "wedding photo" from the 1984 season showing Bain and his two adopted boys in tuxedoes his daughter in formal gown bride Dixie Carter clutching wedding bouquet and her son also in tuxedo. Fine. A fun pair. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 36444
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LOVELL Sir Bernard 1913 1912
Signed First Day Cover
This English physicist served as first director of the Jodrell Bank Observatory from 1945 to 1980; he developed the world's first radio telescope -- the Lovell Telescope -- and his development of radio astronomy earned him knighthood in 1961. Signed FDC 6½" X 3½" cancelled in Washington DC on 23 April 1973 and with "First Day of Issue" boldly stamped. 8-cent "Copernicus 1473-1973" stamp at upper right. In blank lower left area Lovell signs boldly in blue fineline. No ornamental cachet no recipient's name/address. Fine. Accompanied by original transmittal envelope 15 May 1973 and small printed University of Manchester "With Compliments from Professor Sir Bernard Lovell" slip. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 35903
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HELMERICKS, Harmon "Bud" (1917-2010)
Signed Postage Stamp
One of Alaska's first and certainly one of its greatest bush pilots was this adventurer and explorer author of the bestselling 1969 "Last of the Bush Pilots." Signed postage stamp 1½" X 1" n.p. n.y. Fine. Mint example of the 1954 "Lewis and Clark Expedition" three-cent U.S. postage stamp which depicts the explorers standing in front of their boat along a rugged coastline and is printed entirely in brown. Across the sky Helmericks signs boldly with his handsome minute signature. A superb tiny example on an appropriate philatelic item. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 36115
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IVES Burl 1909 95
Photograph Signed
This popular folk singer displayed great versatility in films ranging from nasty Big Daddy in "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" to beloved avuncular characters. PS 10" X 8" n.p. n.d. Near fine. Handsome glossy head-and-shoulders portrait of an older avuncular Ives smiling at the viewer boldly signed in a blank area at left center in blue fineline. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 36142
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MAASS John 1918 91
Signed First Day Cover
This Austrian-born architectural historian and designer fled the Nazis and came to American in 1941 serving the U.S. Air Force 1943-45 before becoming the art director of the N.W. Ayer & Son Advertising Agency in Philadelphia. Signed First Day Cover 6½" X 3½" cancelled in Washington DC on 31 May 1960 and with "First Day of Issue" boldly stamped. Near fine. Four "SEATO Unity Peace Progress" 4-cent stamps at upper right and ornate Art Craft cachet honoring the South-East Asia Treaty Organization at left. Near the center Maass signs boldly in black fineline adding "Designer" below. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 35278
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De HAVILLAND, Olivia (1916-2020)
Inscribed Photograph Signed
The lovely British leading lady immortalized in "Gone With the Wind" as Melanie won Oscars for "To Each His Own" 1946 and "The Heiress" 1949. IPS 4¼" X 5¼" n.p. n.d. Very good. Smudge to the "e" in "Terry." Book photograph a handsome informal head-and-shoulders glossy portrait of DeHavilland in later years wearing a large straw hat. Nicely signed and inscribed in blue fineline in a light area near the bottom: "For Terry -- / My every good wish / Olivia de Havilland. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 15600
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THOMAS GB. 1829 1905 G. B.
Autograph Note Signed
This well-known Welsh temperance advocate enjoyed a career as sailor and sea captain before becoming a mover and shaker among the Good Templars establishing many hundreds of lodges and children's lodges throughout Wales and leading their temperance cause; he was elected to their highest offices nationally and internationally. ANS 1p 5" X 8" New York NY 1874 June 6. Addressed to "Dear Brother." Near fine. Mounting traces on verso. On decorative blue "Juvenile Temples of Wales I.O.G.T." letterhead which lists Thomas as "General Superintendent" and on which he has crossed out his hometown of Carnarvon and inserted "New York" Thomas pens in his big bold hand "I have been quite delighted in visiting Peabody Salem & Massachusetts." In 1876 in Louisville Kentucky Thomas was elected Grant Treasurer of the Supreme Grand Lodge of the World so perhaps he was on an earlier tour of American Good Templar locations. Interesting and unusual. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 35113
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MORAN, Benjamin (1820-86)
Signature and Salutation
Considered the first American career diplomat this consular official held positions in the United Kingdom and Portugal; in 1948-49 his diary was published as "The Journal of Benjamin Moran 1857-65" and chronicles the English reaction to the American Civil War. Bold "Ever truly yours / Benj'n. Moran / Chas. L. Wilson Esqr." on a 4½" X 1" slip clipped from a letter n.p. n.y. Near fine. Lightly age toned. Verso in Moran's hand reads: "Chester will draw next week. I have the watches. How shall I send them unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 35109
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FRELINGHUYSEN, Frederick T. (1817-85)
Signature
New Jersey's two-time senator also served as Henry Clay's running mate; as secretary of state under Arthur 1881-85 he obtained Pearl Harbor as a naval base. Bold full signature and "Secy of State" in brown ink on a 7" X 2 3/4" slip n.p. n.d. Near fine. A great example with ample margins signed in the 1881-85 period. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 35107
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HUTCHINS, Robert M. (1899-1977)
Typed Note Signed
This wunderkind of educators had already served as dean of Yale Law School when named president of University of Chicago in 1929! With Mortimer J. Adler he introduced the famed "Great Books" program eliminated intercollegiate football and made other radical curriculum changes; he authored many volumes on education issues and served in other influential positions including president of the Center for the Study of Democratic Institutions which he founded in 1969. TNS 1p 7¼" X 10½" Chicago IL 1940 June 28. Addressed to noted Abraham Lincoln and Civil War scholar Arnold F. Gates 1914-93. Near fine. Brief note on "University of Chicago / Office of the President" letterhead thanking Gates "for writing me again and sending me a copy of 'Amberglow'. I am sure the University of Chicago will be glad to welcome you this summer." Boldly signed. Accompanied by a copy of this scarce booklet "Amberglow of Abraham Lincoln and Ann Rutledge" West Leisenring PA: The Griglak Printery 1939 a 15-ppage 16mo pamphglet in prange wrappers. The up-and-coming 25-year-old Lincoln enthusiast self-published this essay in an edition of 300 copies. Good plus. Outer wrappers only a tad soiled and a bit edge-chipped but internally near -- tight and bright. Uncommon. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 35260
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THOMPSON William 1794 1854
Autograph Letter Signed
This English member of Parliament was also elected mayor of London in 1828. ALS 1p 7 3/4" X 10" Whitehall Place London 1831 January 31. Addressed to Edward Church. Very good. Lightly age toned with mild edgewear but overall bold and attractive. Writing to this noted solicitor Thompson declines an invitation: "The important business which will engage the attention of Parliament on the 10th Feby will prevent me having the honor of dining with the friends of the London Dispensary on the occasion of the anniversary meeting." Interesting a blank portion at lower right bears a lightly-pencilled note in the hand of pioneering autograph dealer Charles Hamilton misidentifying this document as being in the hand of a different William Thompson "d. 1833 Irish economist; supported Robt Owen; wrote 'Distribution of Wealth". unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 34750
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SKINNER, Cornelia Otis (1899-79)
Signature and Inscription
The daughter of the great character actor Otis Skinner was herself a noted actress of stage screen and television but is best remembered as co-author with Emily Kimbrough of "Our Hearts Were Young and Gay" 1942. "Very truly yours / Cornelius OItis Skinner" in black ink on a 7" X 3" slip tipped to a heavier sheet n.p. n.y. Very good. Though irregularly age toned a bold and nice vintage example likely from the 1930s. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 34782
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TODHUNTER, Norman (1915-89)
Signed First Day Cover
This innovative American artist in addition to illustrating books was instrumental in getting the U.S. Post Office to produce more colorful stamps and to utilize new lithography processes to allow that; among other stamps he designed the 1962 "Mississippoi Riverboat" and "Boys Club of America" commemorative stamps co-designed the 1963 Christmas commemorative stamp the 1964 "Quilted" stamp the 1965 "Discus Thrower" and "Portrait of Herbert Hoover" and the 1966 "Humane Treatment of Animals." Signed First Day Cover 6½" X 3½" cancelled in New London Connecticut on 16 October 1967 and with "First Day of Issue" boldly stamped. Single $1 Todhunter-designed "Eugene O'Neill" stamp at upper right. Near fine. Blue "First Day Cover" encircling gilt Earth cachet at left; no distracting recipient's name/address. At upper right above the cancellation Todhunter signs small and sloppy in black ink. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 34802
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MITCHELL, Herbert (1898-1980)
Photograph Signed
This Polish-born American theatrical photographer set up shop on Broadway in New York in the 1920s and in the '30s developed a compelling portraiture style that made him sought after on the East coast. PS heavy stock 5" X 7" n.p. n.y. Near fine. Undated ca. 1935 head and shoulders portrait of a dark-haired young women in typical Mitchell pose -- shoulders at left but facing rightward and head turned to the right. This subject has her hair parted in the middle and pulled tight; she gazes to her right viewer's left with the barest hint of a Mona Lisa smile. In the dark lower left corner Mitchell signs boldly in his usual white ink making for superb contrast. And in the light area at lower right the unidentified subject signs boldly in black grease pencil: "To Eddie / Tamara" also with superb contrast. While we haven't been able to identify the subject she is most likely an actress or perhaps a ballet figure. "Tamara" suggests Russian and Mitchell did photograph a number of Les Ballets Russes ballerinas. A lovely vintage piece signed by a premiere photographer. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 34794
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BAXTER, Anne (1923-85)
Photograph Signed
Oscar-winning actress for "The Razor's Edge" 1946 who starred in "All About Eve" "The Ten Commandments" and numerous other films. PS book stock 5¼" X 10½" n.p. n.d. Near fine. Glossy book photograph a portrait of a smiling young Baxter peering out from the fork in a tree a young girl perched in the tree standing alongside her -- likely a film scene. At lower right she signs boldly in black fineline. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 34922
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ROGERS, William P. (1913-2001)
Photograph Signed
This attorney and politician succeeded Herbert Brownell Jr. as attorney general under President Eisenhower in 1957 serving until 1961; in 1969 he became President Nixon's secretary of state serving until 1973 when Henry Kissinger took over. PS heavy stock 8" X 10" n.p. n.y. Near fine. Handsome matte finish head-and-shoulders soft-focus portrait of Rogers circa 1970 signed boldly by him in black ink on the blank lower margin. A choice image from the height of his career. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 34572
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WOODRING, Harry H. (1890-1967)
Typed Note Signed / Unsigned Photograph
This Democratic politician was elected governor of Kansas 1931-33 before being appointed Assistant Secretary of War by FDR in 1933 a position he held until 1936 when he was appointed Secretary of War serving that post until 1940. TNS 1p 7" X 9" Washington DC 1933 June 15. Addressed to Louis Thuringer. Very good. On "The Assistant Secretary of War" letterhead the newly-appointed Woodring notes "I am pleased to add my autograph to your collection" signing large and bold. Accompanied by a superb and scarce original 8½" X 6" black-and-white news agency International News Photo glossy photograph. Printed text neatly affixed to verso titles the scene "Lindy and Anne Guests of Secretary of War" and dated 10 March 1934 it describes this group scene: Colonel Lindbergh was invited to Washington by Secretary of War George Dern to discuss Army aviation the conference was still in progress behind closed doors at noon but it was 'recessed' for luncheon at the home of Secretary Dern with Mrs. Lindbergh accompanying her husband to meet Mrs. Dern." Among the eleven guests standing for this informal portrait is Woodring his wife and Douglas MacArthur. A quite scarce photograph contemporaneous with this Woodring letter. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 34586
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STANS, Maurice H. (1908-98)
Photograph Signed
This Accounting Hall of Famer inducted 1960 was a civil servant who served as director of the Bureau of the Budget 1958-61 and as President Nixon's secretary of commerce 1969-72 resigning to head Nixon's re-election campaign which bore the unfortunate acronym CREEP in which capacity he got caught up in the Watergate affair. PS heavy stock 8" X 10" n.p. n.y. Fine. Superb matte finish head-and-shoulders portrait circa 1970 signed handsomely by Stand in blue ink on the blank lower margin. A choice example. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 34573
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WALDHEIM, Kurt (1918-
Color Photograph Signed
This Austrian politician and diplomat succeeded U Thant and became the fourth Secretary-General of the United Nations in 1972 serving until 1981; in 1986 he was elected the ninth president of Austria serving until 1992 although allegations attempting to implicate him in Nazi war crimes on the Eastern front plagued his later years. Color PS 4" X 6" n.p. Vienna Austria n.y. December 1987. Fine. Handsome head and shoulders portrait in later years signed boldly in black fineline on the blank lower margin. With TLS dated 1987 December 3 from assistant transmitting photograph. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 34584
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PIDGEON, Walter (1897-1984)
Inscribed Photograph Signed
Soft-spoken Canadian-born actor whose numerous films include the unforgettable "How Green Was My Valley" "Mrs. Miniver" "Madame Curie" and the sci-fi classic "Forbidden Planet." IPS 8" X 10" n.p. n.y. ca. 1960. Very good. Mild bit of corner wear. A handsome head-and-shoulders MGM publicity portrait of Pidgeon in middle age in tuxedo and white bow tie boldly inscribed and signed "Best to / Donald Burnell / Walter Pidgeon" in blue ballpoint -- unfortunately penned in a dark area of tuxedo at lower right making for weak contrast. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 34597
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COOPER Jackie 1922 2011
Photograph Signed
This child star of the 1930s -- the first child actor to be nominated for an Oscar for the 1931 film "Skippy" -- appeared in such favorites as "The Champ" 1931 and "Treasure Island" 1934 and continued to appear in films and on television through the 1980s becoming a television producer and director of note. PS 8" X 10" n.p. 1985. Fine. Modern print of a vintage publicity portrait a half-length shot of a young Cooper in black leather jacket fists on hips staring angrily at the viewer -- possibly a still for the 1937 film "Boy of the Streets." In a light area at upper right Cooper signs boldly in black fineline adding "7/85. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 34611
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HAYNES, Tiger (1914-94)
Signature
This African-American actor playerd guitar with the popular group "The Three Flames" who had their own NBC radio show and later television program from 1945 to 1956 before turning to Broadway where he appeared in musicals such as "New Faces of 1956"; best known for portraying the Tin Man in the original 1975 Broadway production of the musical "The Wiz." Bold signature and date 1983 October 22 on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. Fine. With original envelope. Rather uncommon. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 34210
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GROSHANS, Werner (1913-86)
Typed Letter Signed
This German-born American painter once worked for the Works Progress Administration WPA and developed a realistic wholesome yet disquieting style that earned him comparisons with Grant Wood and Salvador Dali. TLS 1p 8½" X 11" n.p. 1968 August 17. Addressed to Marshall E. Bean. Near fine. Cordial note to an educator and admirer reading in part: "I do not have any drawings or sketches available right now but am sending you a book which has a reproduction of one of my paintings on the cover. On page 20 I have expressed some of my views on art. You certainly are doing a service working with retired children." Boldly signed in full in blue ballpoint. Unusual. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 34138
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CARRADINE, David (1936-2009)
Photograph Signed
The son of actor John Carradine and sibling of other actors was a prolific stage television and film actor but will always be most remembered as the character Caine in the 1970 television series "Kung Fu" and for his accidental death by autoerotic asphyxiation in Thailand; notable film appearances include "Bound for Glory" "Kill Bill: Volume 1" and "Kill Bill: Volume 2." PS 10" X 8" n.p. n.y. Near fine. Still scene from the 1982 horror film "Q" featuring Carradine Michael Moriarty and Richard Roundtree signed boldly by Carradine in black fineline in a light area. Nice example. unknown
Riferimento per il libraio : 34141
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