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SPRAGUE, Isaac W. (1841-?)
Signature / Carte-de-visite
The man whose knee bones were the largest diameter of his leg and weighed fifty-two pounds was a popular Barnum circus attraction. Scarce "Mr Isaac W Sprague / The Living Skeleton" in a shaky hand on a 4 3/4" X 2" slip n.p. n.d. Very good. Minor mounting traces on verso. Accompanied by a striking carte-de-visite photograph 2" X 4" n.p. n.d. Very good. No backstamp. Sepia-tone image of Sprague in his circus costume standing alongside his wife and child. A quite scarce signature and a desireable image. unknown
Référence libraire : 28262
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HARRIMAN, W. Averill (1891-1986)
Partly-Printed Autograph Document Signed
The versatile diplomat and statesman served as ambassador to the U.S.S.R. 1943-46 then briefly to England; he helped negotiate the 1963 Nuclear Test-Ban Treaty and represented the U.S. at the Paris peace talks on Vietnam served as secretary of commerce governor of New York and more. Partly-printed ADS 1p 8½" X 11" New York NY 1919 October 23. Very good. Several small edge tears archivally mended on verso. Updating form sent out by WhoÃs Who in America for their 1920-21 edition on pale orange stock. HarrimanÃs then-brief entry from the previous edition -- he was less than thirty years old at the time! -- is affixed to the blank center area. Harriman has written out "Born 1891 / married Sept. 1915 / Miss Kitty Lanier Lawrence" then at the bottom added his business address signed and dated it. Unusual and by far the earliest Harriman item we have encountered. Comes with a choice original 10" X 8" news agency photograph of 1947 showing Harriman as commerce secretary -- itself scarce. Mini-biography of Harriman as an up-and-coming twenty-something. unknown
Référence libraire : 22613
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RUSK, Jeremiah M. "Uncle Jerry" (1830-93)
Typed Letter Signed
Governor of Wisconsin 1882-89 who in quelling strike riots coined the phrase "I seen my duty and I done it"; secretary of agriculture 1889-93. TLS 2pp 8" X 10" Department of Agriculture letterhead Washington DC 1889 November 18. Addressed to Col. Henry Casson. Very good. Minor darkening at bottom edge. Pale blue letterhead. Concerns Wisconsin political matters reading in part: "I differ with you very much in regard to the Bennett law. The principle contained in it is nothing more than the principle of the prohibition party in Wisconsin. Flecker's defense of the law or any Democrat's defense will have the same effect upon the party that it would have if Hastings should go out and defend the republican ticket -- drive away republicans instead of assisting to hold them. The first time I get a chance to make a public utterance in Wisconsin I shall denounce the law and put myself right with my German friends. The fact that the Catholic Democrats are patting the law on the back is enough to condemn it without anything further. I say this much to you so you may know where your old chief stands." Fiery content from "Uncle Jerry." Interesting. unknown
Référence libraire : 22675
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BREESE Edmund 1871 1936
Signature
This stage and silent film actor debuted in Al Jolson's "Sonny Boy''; other films include "All Quiet on the Western Front" 1933 as Herr Meyer and "Duck Soup" 1933 as Prime Minister Zander. Large attractive signature in brown fountain pen heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. n.y. Near fine. Faint age toning. unknown
Référence libraire : 22827
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ANDERSON, "Maxie" (1934-83)
Signed Commemorative Postal Cover
American career balloonist with many "firsts" to his name; in 1978 he Ben Abruzzo and Larry Newman piloted the Double Eagle II in the first Transatlantic balloon crossing departing Maine on August 11 and landing in France six days later -- for which they were awarded the Congressional Gold Medal in 1979. Signed commemorative postal cover honoring this achievement 6½" X 3½" cancelled in Albuquerque New Mexico on April 20 1979. Envelope bears the 13-cent "French Alliance 1778" stamp and 4-cent "A Public That Reads" stamp and a special postal cancellation featuring an image of the Double Eagle balloon and the caption "Double Eagle II / First Transatlantic Balloon Flight." No decorative printed cachet at left; no distracting recipient's name/address present. Anderson signs boldly in black fineline near the center. Also present is a small portion of the original mailing envelope used to transmit this cover cancelled in Albuquerque July 18 1979. An Albuquerque philatelic connection is relevant for the Double Eagle II crew were among those who established this town as the ballooning capital of the world. Anderson died in a balloon crash in Germany making his a rather scarce signature. unknown
Référence libraire : 27480
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FARRELL, Glenda (1904-71)
Signature
Tough blonde leading lady of the 1930s in films such as "Little Caesar" "I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang" and "Torchy Blane in Chinatown." Signature dated 1969 March 18 on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Référence libraire : 18994
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CALVIN, Melvin (1911-97)
Signature
The chemist who long headed the famed Lawrence Radiation Laboratory at Berkeley was awarded the 1960 Nobel Prize in chemistry for his research on photosynthesis. Bold signature heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1967 May 30. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Référence libraire : 18654
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KREUGER Kurt 1917 ?
Signature / Autograph Note Signed
Swiss-born actor and male pinup who played many a menacing Nazi in such 1940s and '50s films as "Enemy Below" "The Strange Death of Adolf Hitler" "What Did You Do in the War Daddy" and many more. Bold signature and date 1984 November 28 on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. Comes with an ANS on an admirer's note to him 8½" X 3½" n.p. 1984 November 23. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Référence libraire : 19021
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BULKLEY, Robert J. (1880-1965)
Typed Note Signed
This Ohio politician served that state as a representative 1911-15 and as senator 1930-39. TNS 1p 8" X 10½" Washington DC 1938 March 26. Addressed to noted Lincoln/Civil War scholar ARNOLD F. GATES 1914-93. Very good. Lightly evenly age toned; staple hole near top center. On United States Senate letterhead Bulkley sends "a copy of the bill claiming damages for homes destroyed by Civil War soldiers. which is now pending before the Senate Claims Committee." Large bold full signature in blue fountain pen. Also present is the aforementioned printed bill 1p 7½" X 11" Washington DC 1937 January 11. Very good. Bit of minor wear and age toning along bottom edge. "S. 597" 75th Congress 1st Session being "A Bill to repeal the prohibition upon the filing of Civil War claims." Introduced by Tennessee senator Kenneth D. McKellar 1869-1957 this unusual bill sought to repeal a 1915 statute that restricted certain types of Civil War-related damage claims. Whether or not this bill passed the Senate we have not determined. unknown
Référence libraire : 28278
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LEWIS, Shari (1934-98)
Signature
Pioneer of early live television this ventriloquist starred in children's programs with her puppet "Lambchop." Large bold "Shari / / Lambchop sketch" heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. n.d. Fine and attractive. unknown
Référence libraire : 23014
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REDFIELD, William C. (1858-1932)
Typed Note Signed
This failed 1912 Democratic vice presidential nominee was a New York representative 1911-13 best known as the very first U.S. Secretary of Commerce 1913-19 under Wilson. TNS 1p 7" X 10½" New York NY 1923 March 17. Addressed to Albert Johannsen a University of Chicago geology professor who authored "The House of Beadle and Adams and Its Dime and Nickel Novels" 1950 the definitive reference work and bibliography on the subject. Near fine. "I am interested in your professorship of petrology remembering that in Washington we had to appoint a scientist of a type new to me whom I think was called a petrographer. I am wondering just what the scope of your own work is." With Johannsen's 3" X 4" printed "Collection of Albert Johannsen" catalogue slip for this item. unknown
Référence libraire : 29159
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LAUSCHE, Frank J. (1895-1990)
Signature
An Ohio landmark: mayor of Cleveland 1941-44 governor 1945-57 senator 1957-69. Bold full signature in blue ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1988 May 22. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Référence libraire : 22002
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STEVENS, Rise (1913-2013)
Inscribed Photograph Signed
This American operatic mezzo-soprano starred in many productions throughout the 1930s and '40s as well as a handful of films most notably the blockbuster "Going My Way" 1944 with Bing Crosby. IPS 8" X 10" n.p. n.d. Fine. Modern print of a lovely early head-and-shoulders portrait in evening gloves signed and inscribed huge and bold later in life "With every good wish" in black fineline. A beautiful choice example. unknown
Référence libraire : 15723
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TONCIC-SORINJ, Lujo (1915-2005)
Signature
This Austrian diplomat and politician served as secretary general of the Council of Europe from 1969 to 1974 and as Austrian foreign minister from 1966 to 1968. Handsome large full signature plus "Salzburg Austria" in blue ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card 1977 March 17. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Référence libraire : 18658
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DAY, Chon (1907-2000)
Signature
This Cartoon Hall of Famer is known for clever gag cartoons many of which were published in book form. Handsome signature heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1988 November 2. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Référence libraire : 21790
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RIVERS, L. Mendel (1905-70)
Signature
The conservative South Carolina congressman 1940-70 hitched his wagon to the unpopular Vietnam War train urging increased military presence and expenditures. Bold signature in the color of money heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1970 May 8 -- 7½ months shy of his death. Fine. With original envelope. Nice example. unknown
Référence libraire : 19113
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FONTAINE, Joan (1917-2013)
Photograph Signed
English actress Olivia de Havilland's sister best known for the classic "Rebecca" and "Jane Eyre"; "Suspicion" 1941 earned her the best actress Oscar. PS 8" X 10½" n.p. n.d. Fine. Book photograph another image on verso a dramatic scene showing Cary Grant clutching Fontaine by the arm at the bottom of a staircase from her Academy Award-winning performance in "Suspicion." Signed in black fineline in a dark area along the bottom so contrast is only fair. unknown
Référence libraire : 15607
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WALKER, John (1906-95)
Signed First Day Cover
This legendary American museum official was a bona fide Bernard Berenson-trained art historian; he served as first chief curator and second director of the National Gallery of Art in which position he succeeded in bringing great attention and even greater masterpieces to this institution; among his published art studies are the 1974 memoir "Self-Portrait with Donors." Signed First Day Cover 6½" X 3½" cancelled in Washington DC on 17 September 1965 and with "First Day of Issue" boldly stamped. Fine. Single 5-cent "John Copley -- American Artist" stamp at upper right. No decorative cachet at left; no distracting recipient's name/address. Handsome signature of Walker in blue ballpoint at lower left near the "sweet spot." Small portion of original transmittal envelope present. unknown
Référence libraire : 23512
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GROH, David (1939-2008)
Signature
This American stage and television actor gained fame as Joe Girard on the t.v. sitcom "Rhoda" 1974-77. Large bold signature in blue ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1978 August 15. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Référence libraire : 26192
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CLAIRE, Ina (1892-1985)
Photograph Signed
This vaudevillian and Ziegfield Girl appeared in a handful of silent and talking films such as "Ninotchka" and "Claudia." PS 5" X 4" archivally tipped to a larger acid-free matte board n.p. n.d. Very good. Book photograph a closeup of Claire with young Garbo in "Ninotchka" signed by Claire in blue ballpoint across her chest. unknown
Référence libraire : 15584
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LANGE, Hope (1933-2004)
Signature / Unsigned Photograph
Television's two-time Emmy winning Mrs. Muir from "The Ghost and Mrs. Muir" 1968-70 was also nominated for an Oscar for her role in the 1957 film "Peyton Place." Handsome large and bold signature in blue fineline dated by her 2 September 1977 at upper right on a specially-prepared heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. Near fine. With original envelope. Accompanied by a superb 7" X 9" glossy publicity portrait for her 1974 made-for-television movie "I Love You Goodbye." A choice example with a primo image. unknown
Référence libraire : 14261
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LEE, Gypsy Rose (1914-70)
Typed Note Signed
The queen of American stripteasers brought a new finesse to the burlesque scene starring in the 1936 "Ziegfield Follies" and on Broadway in the 1942 musical "Star and Garter"; in addition to her 1957 memoir "Gypsy" which was turned into a hit musical starring Ethel Merman and a film in 1962 starring Natalie Wood she authored the mysteries "The G-String Murders" 1941 and "Mother Finds a Body" 1942. TNS 1p heavy stock 5½" X 3¼" picture postcard n.p. Los Angeles CA n.y. postal cancellation 1967 December 14. Addressed to Norman Ziel. Near fine. Thanks a fan for writing: "So glad you enjoy the show and hope you will continue to do so." Bold full signature. Glossy picture side shows a closeup head and shoulder portrait of a smiling Lee peering out coyly from behind a door; printed caption on message portion states "Gypsy Rose Lee / weekdays 4:30 p.m." referring to a television talk show she hosted. Rather uncommon. unknown
Référence libraire : 16001
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EDWARDS, John Passmore (1823-1911)
Autograph Note Signed
This English journalist and newspaper owner was at heart a reformer and philanthropist; his largesse helped create schools hospitals convelescent homes art galleries and 24 libraries; twice he refused a knighthood from Queen Victoria. ANS 1p 5" X 7¼" London England 1903 April 2. Addressed to "Madam." Very good. Cryptic note in response to a request: "Though I have been asked many times to answer questions somewhat similar to yours I have never answered one of them. You are however quite welcome to make what use you may think proper of the enclosed." An attractive example. From the collection of University of Chicago geology professor Albert Johannsen 1871-1962 author of "The House of Beadle and Adams and Its Dime and Nickel Novels" 1950 the definitive reference work 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
Référence libraire : 26771
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MURPHY, George (1902-92)
Inscribed Photograph Signed / Autograph Letter Signed
This solid actor and tap dancer of the 1930s and '40s gave up pictures for politics serving as senator from California from 1964 to 1970. IPS 8" X 10" n.p. n.d. Fine. Flat finish printed portrait of Murphy while senator nicely inscribed in green ink "To Terry / with my best wishes / George Murphy." Comes with an ALS 1p 7" X 10½" n.p. 1985 July 15. Addressed to "Fan." Asks where the fan "found the pictures with Astaire in the full dress suits -- I would like to have one for my collection. unknown
Référence libraire : 15663
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HARE, William Francis, 4th Earl of Listowel (1906-97)
Signature
English nobleman the 5th Earl of Listowel. Bold signature simply "Listowel" per protocol in blue ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1971 March 10. Fine. With original envelope. Unusual. unknown
Référence libraire : 21997
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RIDDLEBERGER, Harrison H. (1844-90)
Signature
Senator from Virginia 1883-89. Large bold signature and "Virginia" in purple ink heavy stock 4" X 2¼" card n.p. n.y. Very good. An attractive example. unknown
Référence libraire : 22772
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HANKS, Nancy (1927-83)
Signed Typescript
This distant cousin and namesake of Abraham Lincoln's mother was called "the mother of a million artists" for she laid the groundwork for the 1964 creation of the National Endowment for the Arts of which she was named director in 1969 along with the National Council on the Arts serving until 1977; under her direction this agency dramatically increased its budget and influence. Signed photocopies typescript 21pp rectos only 8½" X 11" n.p. Durham NC 1971 June 7. Near fine. Staple holes at upper left of each page. Copy of Hanks's Duke University Commencement Address titled ".and I lived with it for the rest of my life" -- signed boldly by Hanks in black fineline near the top of the first page. Enjoyable and of course inspirational speech double spaced naturally stressing the place of the arts in everyday life. Quite unusual. From the collection of noted Lincoln and Civil War scholar ARNOLD F. GATES 1914-93. unknown
Référence libraire : 28252
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PAGE, Anita (1910-?)
Autograph Note Signed
Blonde actress of the 1930s star of the first musical to win an Oscar for best picture "Broadway Melody." ANS 1p 5" X 3½" n.p. n.d. Addressed to Terry Kocsett. Fine. Gracious note transmitting a photograph not present to an admirer although "I very rarely do this now. unknown
Référence libraire : 15698
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ALAJALOV Constantin 1900 87
Signature
Only artist to paint covers for both The New Yorker and The Saturday Evening Post! This American artist and illustrator Russian-born is best remembered for his famed cubist-style New Yorker watercolor front covers. Uncommon signature heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1972 October 5. Trademark stylized last name in bold bright green. With original envelope. Uncommon. unknown
Référence libraire : 21789
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MONRONEY, Mike (1902-80)
Signature
Noted Joseph McCarthy opponent who served Oklahoma in the Senate from 1959 to 1969. Bold signature in dark green heavy stock 5" X 3" carded n.p. 1967 July 6. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Référence libraire : 19119
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SABATH, Adolph J. (1866-1952)
Typed Letter Signed
This Slovakian immigrant was elected a Democratic representative to Congress from Chicago in 1907 and on April 1 1934 became the "Dean of the House" longest-serving member a post he held for 18 years 7 months and 5 days -- the longest anyone has held that post. TLS 1p 8" X 10½" Washington DC 1939 August 5. Addressed to Gerald Salters. Near fine. On "House of Representatives U.S." letterhead Sabath as chairman of the Committee on Rules attempts to appease an angry constituent regarding "the 30 day furlough of W.P.A. workers. we have done all in our power to eliminate the lay-off provision but due to the solid Republican vote combined with 30 or 40 Democrats who are opposed to President Roosevelt's policies and the Administration our efforts were in vain. Nevertheless I shall continue my fight for the elimination of the provision." Although the Committee on Rules that Sabath chaired from 1937 on was powerful he was considered a weak leader who squabbled with the House leadership and failed to effectively steer the committee -- thus it's not surprising that New Deal programs of which he was a strong supporter suffered setbacks such as this under his committee. Accompanied by an outstanding original 6½" X 8½" glossy black and white news agency 1947 photograph an amusing closeup showing the cigar-clutching octogenarian puckering up to blow out the single large candle on an 81st birthday cake. Near fin -- a sharp high quality image. The original mimeographed newsprint caption is still present and reads in part: "Representative Adolph Sabath. is about to blow out the single candle that adorned his birthcake as he celebrated his 81st anniversary yesterday. Re. Sabath who is now in his 41st year as a member of the House of Representatives came to the U.S. 65 years ago from Czechoslovakia as a poor immigrant boy." An interesting letter and a highly desirable vintage photograph. unknown
Référence libraire : 28619
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WINDOM William 1827 91
Signature
This treasury secretary 1881 1889-91 was also a Minnesota senator. Large clipped signature 3" X 1¼" n.p. n.d. Near fine. Typical fluid "W. Windom. unknown
Référence libraire : 20095
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SCOTT Hugh D. Jr. 1900 94
Signature / Unsigned Photograph
Pennsylvania's long-time Republican senator 1959-77 served as minority leader from 1969 to 1977. Bold attractive "Hugh Scott / USS / PA" on heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1970 March 20. Fine. With original envelope. Accompanied by a superb and scarce 6½" X 8½" original glossy news agency photograph International News Photo dated 13 April 1947 depicting then-Congressman Scott and the twenty other junketing legislators who comprised the Interstate and Foreign Commerce Committee boarding a plane in Long Beach having "just completed its tour of duty here inspecting air facilities." Original tickertape mimeographed descriptive text heavily age toned as usual tipped to verso. A fine signature example and a choice quite uncommon early photograph of Scott. unknown
Référence libraire : 22817
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TINGLE, Dolli (1911-93)
Signed First Day Cover
The wife of famed stamp artist Ward Brackett was likewise a noted painter who designed eight USPS Christmas stamps. Signed First Day Cover 6½" X 3½" cancelled in Washington DC on November 7 1973 and with "First Day of Issue" boldly stamped. Single 8-cent "Christmas" stamp at upper right. Fine. At lower left in bold blue ballpoint Tingle signs boldly. This particular stamp depicts a needlepoint decorated Christmas tree and was one of the Post Office's most popular stamps. With original transmittal envelope signed by Tingle at upper left with return address in her hand; at lower left she also notes: "thank you for nice note. d.t. unknown
Référence libraire : 25436
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NEVILL Rupert Charles Montacute ? 1982
SIGNATURE
Private secretary to Prince Phillip; aide-de-camp to General Sir Brian Horrocks. Handsome signature dated 1980 April 6 on a special heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. Uckfield England. Fine. With original envelope and transmittal note from secretary. unknown
Référence libraire : 18311
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HIDALGO, Luis (1899-1967)
Typed Letter Signed
Famed Mexican caricaturist and sculptor who worked and exhibited in New York in the 1920s and '30s; in a February 1936 "Time" magazine review of an exhibit of his figures in Manhattan the review noted his "brilliantly colored little figures" wax pieces less than 6" tall; he described Hidalgo as a "round-faced swart young man. hates parties is intensely serious neither drinks nor smokes works ten hours a day owns only one suit of clothes and has traveled by ox cart automobile and burro. studying the Indians of his native land." TLS "Hidalgo" 1p 8¼" X 10 3/4" Mexico City Mexico 1948 November 16. Addressed to Mrs. Granger Brown. Very good. Mailing folds not weakened. Good content in English regarding a figurine he was commissioned to make for this Lake Forest Illinois socialite reading in part: "My suggestion is to make a baby deer. it is very difficult to send these figures by mail across the border I would suggest that we wait until possibly someone from Illinois comes to Mexico and can take them back personally. which will eliminate the many problems and red tape involved with the Customs." Handsome bold signature in brown ink. At lower left he makes a delightful small sketch using blue red and green pencil of a Mexican peasant in large sombrero back to the viewer seated in the grass -- quite charming. Unusual. unknown
Référence libraire : 22102
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HOFFMANN Banesh 1906 86
Signed First Day Cover
The noted physicist and mathematician collaborated with Albert Einstein on the classic "Gravitational Equations and the Problem of Motion" while at Princeton's Institute for Advanced Study then in 1972 co-authored the biography "Albert Einstein: Creator and Rebel" with Einstein's secretary Helen Dukas; from 1937 through the late 1970s he taught at Queens College. Signed First Day Cover 6½" X 3½" cancelled in Princeton New Jersey on 4 March 1979 and with "First Day of Issue" boldly stamped. Single 15-cent "Einstein" stamp at upper right. Along the left side vertically Hoffmann signs boldly in black ballpoint. With small portion of original transmittal envelope. unknown
Référence libraire : 24332
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BRIGHT, John (1811-89)
Autograph Letter Signed
This fiery English member of parliament and orator gained fame for his crusade for free trade; he also fought for Irish independence and fiscal and electoral reform. ALS 2pp 4" X 7" Rothdale 1877 September 16. Addressed to W.H.I. Aubrey. Very good. Would be fine except for mounting trace along left edge. Envious note to a friend about to visit the United States; suggests a couple contacts although he comments "I have few friends or acquaintances in the States to whom I can give or send letters of introduction" one of them financier Cyrus W. Field "You will find him hearty in the cause of Free Trade.". unknown
Référence libraire : 22633
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BURKE, Edmund (1809-82)
Note Signed
This New Hampshire attorney and newspaper editor "New Hampshire Argus" was elected to Congress in 1839 serving until 1845 -- whereupon he became the second Commissioner of Patents serving until 1850. NS 1p 7 3/4" X 9 3/4" Washington DC 1845 August 16. Addressed to Colonel Gardner. Very good. Forwards to Gardner "two newspapers the New York Observer and Saturday Courier which are probably sent to this office by mistake." Attractively penned boldly signed. unknown
Référence libraire : 28709
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RAMBO, Ralph (1894-1990)
Signed First Day Cover
This legendary California commercial artist headed the Muirson Label Company for a half century; he created the original artwork for the 1988 U.S. "Carreta 1770s" stamp. Signed pseudo-First Day Cover 5½" X 3½" n.p. 1988 August 30. Near fine. Not actually a postally cancelled First Day Cover but a special cover created by the artist himself and hand labeled "First Day of Issue Aug. 30 88." Two 7.6-cent "Carreta1770s" stamps at upper right. At left are two small line drawings of carretas printed in brown ink and the verso is filled with a line drawing captioned "Circa 1800-1850 Californios Rode in Carretas / Crude Wooden Two-Wheeled Carts Drawn by Oxen" also printed in brown ink. Above this drawing the artist pens "Paul -- Used this scene on a cachet. / RR." Rambo pens the two "R"s back to back the second one in reverse so the result looks like a cattle brand. On the front side in the address portion at right Rambo addresses this to Paul Johnston though it was neither mailed nor postally cancelled and in the message portion at left he writes "Paul / Drew this up just / for the celebration. / Ralph Rambo / RR / Used the scene on / reverse on a cachet." A most unusual non-First Day Cover -- though hand labeled "First Day Cover" by the stamp's artist! unknown
Référence libraire : 25809
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BANCROFT, George (1800-91)
Autograph Letter Signed / Carte-de-visite
This American historian's 10-volume "History of the United States" 1854-78 helped earn him the moniker "father of U.S. history"; in his spare time he was a distingiushed cabinet member and diplomat. ALS 1p 4½" X 7" Newport RI 1853 November 2. Very good. Minor foxing along top edge; mounting traces on verso. Sends a check for $575 "which please put to my credit in account." Accompanied by a fine carte-de-visite portrait photograph Gurney & Son NY itself scarce and desirable. unknown
Référence libraire : 24596
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DOUGLAS Helen Gahagan 1900 80
Partly-Printed Document Signed
This versatile actress was married to film heartthrob Melvyn Douglas and was also a successful Congresswoman diplomat and author. Partly-printed DS 1p 7¼" X 10½" Washington DC 1945 May 2. Very good. Minor wear bit of soiling and couple of acid spots from editorial staples. "Who's Who in America" updating form consisting of Douglas' typed biographical entry for the 1946-47 edition bearing several additions in her hand and her full signature in black ink at the close. Also bearing various editors' markings in green blue and red ink and pencil. Comes with 5 other related typed documents none signed from Douglas' "Who's Who" records -- a carbon of the above document a 2-page mimeographed chronology no doubt sent by Douglas' congressional office a biographical data form and so on. A fascinating and unusual accompanied by a scarce original 1947 glossy 6½" X 8½" news agency photograph of Douglas carrying a basket of groceries to the House of Representatives. unknown
Référence libraire : 28643
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BELCHER, Page (1899-1980)
Signature
Oklahoma representative 1951-73. Large signature and "MC / 1st Okla Dist" on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1969 November 25. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Référence libraire : 19090
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CUSHING, Caleb (1800-79)
Signature / Cabinet Photograph
This American scholar diplomat and Congressman served as Franklin Pierce's attorney general 1853-57; special U.S. enjoy to China 1843-45 U.S. minister to Spain 1874-77. Simple and bold "C. Cushing" inked on heavy stock 4" X 2" slip n.p. n.y. Very good. Accompanied by a stunning original cabinet photograph 4¼" X 6½" Boston MA n.y. ca. 1865. Near fine. Backstamp of "Warren / Boston and Cambridgeport / Mass." -- being noted Boston society photographer William S. Warren. Original rounded corners as issued. A superb sepia-tone head-and-shoulders portrait within oval of an older Cushing in three-piece suit gazing to the viewer's left. A handsome signature example an extremely scarce choice and desirable period image. unknown
Référence libraire : 27999
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VINING, Fanny (?-1891)
Signature and Inscription
When popular English actress Vining married popular American actor Edward L. Davenport 1815-77 in 1849 the result was hugely popular actress Fanny Davenport 1850-98 who toured America with her parents. Bold attractive "Dec 25th/76 / To / Mr. Greenhouse / With kind regards / of Mrs EL Davenport / Merry Xmas & happy New Year" on a 4½" X 3¼" slip n.p. Very good. Mounting traces on verso. Quite handsome example. unknown
Référence libraire : 24740
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SYMINGTON, Stuart (1901-88)
Signature
Missouri's long-time senator 1952-77 was always considered presidential timbre; the first U.S. Air Force secretary 1947-50 he was naturally also considered a champion of the military -- and of large budget appropriations for the military. Bold signature in black fineline heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1969 July 11. Near fine. Nice example from one often found in Autopen. Accompanied by a choice 8½" X 6½" original 1947 news agency glossy photograph -- itself scarce -- showing Symington being sworn in as Secretary of the Air Force by Justice Fred Vinson. unknown
Référence libraire : 22622
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BUTLER, Richard Austin (?-1982)
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Lord Butler of Saffran Walden British home secretary foreign secretary and chancellor of the exchequer. Large aristocratic "Butler" heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. dated 1974 October 21 in another hand. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Référence libraire : 22637
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FINLETTER, Thomas K. (1893-1980)
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This diplomat and official managed to get the U.S. air power tripled in 1948 under Truman; secretary of the Air Force during the Korean War 1950-53. Handsome signature in blue ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1970 September 2. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Référence libraire : 23970
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HOLLIS, Ira N. (1856-1930)
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This influential naval engineer and engineering educator served as professor of mechanical engineering at Harvard and as dean of the Harvard University School of Engineering 1893-1913 then as president of Worcester Polytechnic Institute 1913-25. TNS 1p 8½" X 7¼" Worcester MA 1924 June 13. Addressed to the president of Massachusetts Institute of Technology noted physicist Samuel W. Stratton 1861-1931. Near fine. On Worcester Polytechnic Institute letterhead Hollis simply notes "Thank you for your letter giving me the name of Dr. Bowman as a reference for Dr. Brown." Bold attractive signature. unknown
Référence libraire : 20939
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HICKENLOOPER, Bourke B. (1896-1971)
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The Atomic Energy Act of 1954 was co-sponsored by this Iowa Congressman 1945-69 and governor. Large bold signature heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1967 November 4. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Référence libraire : 21848
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