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TALIN Nikita 1920 95
Signature
This dancer with Ruth Page's Chicago Opera Ballet and the Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo became director of the Harkness Ballet school in New York in 1978; noted teacher. Huge unusual signature in blue ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1982 March 17. Realizing the illegibility of his highly-stylized script Talin also prints his name at lower right. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Référence libraire : 29137
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CHASE Ilka 1900 78
Signature
Lightweight writer and columnist who occasionally graced the stage "The Women" 1937 and the screen "Now Voyager" 1942. Signature dated 1975 May 15 on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Référence libraire : 18956
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CLAY Lucius D. 1897 1978
Signature / Unsigned Photograph
As commander of U.S. forces in Germany 1947-49 Clay was in charge of the 1948 Berlin Airlift. Bold signature and date 1969 February 28 in black fineline on a special heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. New York NY. Fine. With original envelope. Accompanied by an unusual and scarce 6�" X 8�" news agency photograph of 1947 showing Clay disembarking an airplane with U.S. ambassador to Russia Bedell Smith to "discuss means of combatting the Soviet move to block the Marshall Plan." A superb image seldom seen. unknown
Référence libraire : 25086
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SMITH Joe 1884 1981
Signature
Would this comedian have signed on to become one half of the legendary vaudeville team Smith and Dale had he known it would play for seventy-three years Signature and "Smith & Dale" dated 1976 April 24 on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Référence libraire : 19067
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LANDRUM Jesse 1912 83
Signature and Inscription
This second baseman lasted only one season with the Chicago White Sox where he debuted in 1938. Bold large "My best wishes to / you James as / the 1974 Baseball / season approaches -- / Sincerely" and full signature in blue ballpoint on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. n.y. Near fine. Unusual. unknown
Référence libraire : 24114
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ZEELAND Paul van 1893 1973
Signature
Belgian prime minister 1935-37 and economist. Handsome signature and date 1968 February 16 on a special heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. Brussels Belgium. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Référence libraire : 18324
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BURDICK Quentin N. 1908 92
Signature
Democratic Idaho senator who served from 1960 to 1989. Signature heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1970 March 6 in type. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Référence libraire : 19092
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OSTENDORF Lloyd
Another Profile.
Editorial cartoon from the February 12 1964 Dayton Ohio "Journal Herald." 6�" X 9". Fine. Minor age toning. Inscribed by Ostendorf. Striking JFK assassination commentary reminiscent of Bill Mauldin's renowned "Grieving Lincoln" inscribed vertically to Arnold Gates. Lincoln is depicted standing behind JFK's famous rocking chair clutching a copy of "Profiles in Courage" head bowed. Facing him is a head-and-shoulders profile of Kennedy. unknown
Référence libraire : 27084
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SPALDING Albert 1888 1953
Autograph Document Signed
This American violinist son of the sporting goods tycoon was a popular solo performer and also composed two violin concerti an orchestras suite and other violin pieces. ADS 1p 11" X 7" New York NY n.y. ca. 1930. Very good. Evenly age toned. Front portion only of a large beige envelope signed "A. Spalding" at upper left with return address in his hand and addressed to Chicago musician and music school founder John Leiser. Theodore Roosevelt 5-cent stamp cancelled though cancellation bears no date. Accompanied by a modern glossy book photograph a reproduction of a superb half-length portrait of a standing Spalding in middle age sporting three-piece suit fiddle tucked casually under one arm hand wielding bow and other fist resting jauntily on hip. A nifty pair. unknown
Référence libraire : 22495
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BULL Charles Edward 1881 1971 and DORGAN N. Louise ? ?
Signatures
This Reno Nevada justice of the peace was better known as an Abraham Lincoln impersonator appearing in such silent films as the 1924 John Ford drama "The Iron Horse" and the 1927 Lloyd Bacon drama "The Heart of Maryland." Handsome "Chas. E. Bull / 'alias' / 'A. Lincoln' / 2-10-'30" in black ink on a heavy stock 4" X 2�" card n.p. Near fine. Slight mounting traces on verso. Bull of course mimics Lincoln's actual "A. Lincoln" signature on the third line. Also a signature and inscription from Dorgan who often appeared with Bull. Heavy stock 4" X 2�" card n.p. 1930 February 6. Near fine. Tiny mounting traces on verso. Bold handsome "N. Louise Dorgan / alias / Mary Todd Lincoln / 2-6-30." A fun and unusual pair. unknown
Référence libraire : 29973
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MARTINEZ Luis ca1914 ? a. 19
Photograph Signed
Debuting in the late 1940s the popular Mexican-American wrestler is remembered for his signature entrance call "ARRIIBBBAAAAA!" and for battling Danny McShain in 1957 for the Texas heavyweight title.PS 8" X 10" n.p. n.y. ca. 1960. Very good. Inoffensive light tape stain and staple hole at each corner. Attractive full-length informal portrait of the smiling musclebound Martinez standing in a grassy field flexing. At left center he inscribes it boldly in blue ballpoint: "Sincerely / Luis Martinez." unknown
Référence libraire : 20459
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GRELINGER Charles 1873 1942
Autograph Letter Signed
French composer of piano pieces such as "Danses et Airs alsaciens" cabarat fare such as "Nigger-Sport: Polka Americaine Cake-Walk" and operas such as "Fausta" 1894 and "On Hope of Bless" 1907. ALS in French 1p 5�" X 8�" Paris France 1931 April 18. Addressed to Irving Schwerke 1893-1975 American expatriate pianist and music critic. Fine. Not translated but Grelinger in his execrable script calls Schwerke "a sincere and rare friend" thanks him for and declines a lunch invitation and mentions stopping by the next morning to chat for fifteen minutes. Below his signature Grelinger pens a curious thing whose meaning is entirely cryptic: two intersecting blank music staffs each with a treble clef and two question marks. Interesting and odd. At lower left also strangely he appears to have penned one measure of music and then thoroughly scribbled it out! unknown
Référence libraire : 25047
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LIEBLING George 1865 1946
Inscribed Photograph Signed
The brother of noted pianists Sally a master pupil of Liszt and Emil was a noted German-American composer and pianist. Superb IPS 8" X 10" n.p. 1927 November 22. Near fine. A choice almost sepia tone head-and-shoulders of the balding mustachioed musician. A facsimile "signature" appears in white at lower left on top of his shoulder and Liebling signs here large and bold on top of in effect obscuring this dating it beneath his signature and above it adding: "To / Mr. John L. / Leiser / with best / wishes / and / in kind / remembrance / of." Quite handsome and interesting -- and rather scarce as well. unknown
Référence libraire : 24629
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HAWKINS Anthony Hope 1863 1933
Autograph Letter Signed
British author of cloak-and-sword romances of which the best known is "The Prisoner of Zenda" 1894. ALS 1p 4�" X 7" London England 1899 March 10. Addressed to P. Keary. Very good. Mounting traces on verso. To a publisher Hawkins declines an offer to bring out a lower-priced edition of one of his books. "The book still sells well. I think it better not to have any issue of it at a cheap price." Comes with a fine 8" X 11" vintage photograph of Hawkins. unknown
Référence libraire : 14880
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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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SHARPE Jim 1936 2005
Signed First Day Cover
This American artist designed twelve U.S. postage stamps five U.S. coins and Olympic medallions. Signed First Day Cover 6�" X 3�" cancelled in New York New York on 29 April 1986 and with "First Day of Issue" boldly stamped. Single 22-cent "Duke Ellington" stamp at upper right. No decorative cachet at left; no distracting recipient's name/address. Near the center in black fineline the artist boldly inscribes and signs: "Best wishes to you / Jim Sharpe." Small portion of original transmittal envelope also present. unknown
Référence libraire : 25854
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ROMERO Cesar 1907 93
Inscribed Photograph Signed
Popular Latin-American character actor of the 1930s and '40s; later played the Joker on the "Batman" television series. IPS 8" X 10" n.p. 1980. Fine. Glossy informal shot of a silver-haired Romero nicely inscribed "For the Addison Trail Film Society / With my thanks and every / best thought and wish always. / Sincerely -- / Cesar Romero / 1980." unknown
Référence libraire : 16583
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CHANDLER Chick 1905 88
Inscribed Photograph Signed
American supporting actor and hoofer "A Star Is Born" "It's a Mad Mad Mad Mad World" "Melody Cruise" etc. who occasionally played leading man in low-budget films "Seven Doorways to Death" 1943; on television co-hosted weekly adventure "Soldiers of Fortune" 1955 and guest-starred on numerous popular shows. IPS 8" X 10" n.p. n.y. ca. 1945. Near fine. Choice sepia-tone head-and-shoulders portrait of a smiling Chandler in white suit coat boldly inscribed and signed in blue fountain pen in a light area at lower left: "To Jean / Best wishes / Chick Chandler." A superb striking example in handsome condition. unknown
Référence libraire : 22527
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BOKEN Robert "Bob" 1908 88
Signature
This second baseman debuted in 1933 with the Washington Senators until 1934 playing also for the Chicago White Sox in 1934. Handsome full signature and "Washington Senators / 1933" in blue ballpoint on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. n.y. ca. 1970. Near fine. unknown
Référence libraire : 24561
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TERBORGH Bert 1945 96
Signature
This AIDS victim became principal dancer for the Martha Graham Dance Company in 1976 and was later a director and instructor. Bold signature in blue ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. n.y. 1980 May 10. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Référence libraire : 29140
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CARNOVSKY Morris 1898 1992
Signature
Incredibly prolific stage and screen actor the subject of blacklisting in Hollywood in the '50s. Handsome signature and date 1971 January 20 on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. Bridgeport CT. Fine. With original envelope. Rather uncommon. unknown
Référence libraire : 18965
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GIBBS Vicary 1751 1820
Signature and Salutation
Known as "Vinegar" Gibbs for his sour rhetoric this knighted 1805 English jurisprudence figure was a barrister member of Parliament for Great Bedwyn attorney general and privy counsellor. Signature and salutation presumably from the close of an ALS 4�" X 3" n.p. n.y. Very good. Laid to a heavy album leaf of same size. "with great respect / Sir / yr most obedt / humble servt / V. Gibbs." Below this another hand identifies Gibbs and dates this to 1809. Attractive. unknown
Référence libraire : 20947
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ARBUTHNOT John 1667 1735
Signature and Salutation
Queen Anne's physician in ordinary 1705-14 is better known as a close friend of Swift Gay and Pope with whom he founded the Scriblerus Club; among his many political pamphlets was "The History of John Bull" 1727 which created the stereotype of John Bull the typical Englishman. Signature and salutation clipped from an ALS 1p 4�" X 2�" n.p. n.y. Near fine. Typical light brown ink. Reads in full: "and I remain / My Dear Sir / Your very trusty / Arbuthnot" on the recto while the verso bears about 19 words in his hand -- obviously an excerpt from a letter. A most attractive example and rather uncommon. unknown
Référence libraire : 20976
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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 6�" X 3�" 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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GORMAN Thomas D. 1916 86
Signature
This major league umpire debuted in 1939 and umped for the National League from 1951 to 1976. Huge and flamboyant signature in bold blue ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1983 May 31. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Référence libraire : 23149
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MacARTHUR Douglas II 1909 97
Typed Note Signed
The nephew and namesake of General Douglas MacArthur and son-in-law of Vice President Alben Barkley this U.S. diplomat fought with the French Resistance in World War Two being held prisoner of war for two years; he served as U.S. Ambassador to Japan 1957-61 Belgium 1961-65 Austria 1967-69 and Iran 1969-72. TNS 1p 8" X 10�" Tokyo Japan 1957 September 9. Addressed to Gerald L. Arnholt. Very good. A gracious reply to an autograph request from the newly-appointed ambassador thanking his correspondent "for your much-too-generous words about me." Bold full signature in blue fountain pen. Choice vintage example from the first-time ambassador at his first post. unknown
Référence libraire : 27415
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HURLBUT William J. 1883 1957
Typed Manuscript Signed
Prolific American playwright novelist and screenplay writer "Bride of Frankenstein" 1935 "Imitation of Life" 1934. TMS 1p 8�" X 11" n.p. n.y. dated 1923 February 22 in pencil in another hand. Very good. Quite mild age toning; four-punched at left margin not affecting text. Page from "Act I" of Hurlbut's play "Hail and Farewell" which was filmed in 1925 under the title "The Heart of a Siren." This double spaced page notes "April 1870" and begins by setting the scene: "The scene is the terrace of a hotel at Nice looking out to sea." and proceeds with dialogue between Comtesse Chateauriand and Comtesse d'Avillier. Almost no handwritten corrections -- only several small pencilled grammatical changes. Along the bottom in light black fountain pen it is inscribed and signed: "This is a page from the first draft / of 'Hail & Farewell' you are more / than welcome to it if it will make / a part of your collection / William Hurlbut." From the collection of Albert Johannsen 1871-1962 a University of Chicago geology professor who authored "The House of Beadle and Adams and Its Dime and Nickel Novels" University of Oklahoma Press 1950 the definitive reference work and bibliography on the subject and accompanied by Johannsen's original 8�" X 11" file folder bearing a printed "Collection of Albert Johannsen" label partly filled in by Johannsen. unknown
Référence libraire : 26720
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ANDERSON George W. 1907 92
Typed Note Signed
This U.S. Navy admiral was Chief of Naval Operations in charge of the U.S. blockade of Cuba during the Soviet missile crisis in 1962; denied appointment as Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff because of friction with Secretary of Defense McNamara he was named U.S. Ambassador to Portugal. TNS 1p 5 3/4" X 7 3/4" n.p. 1962 August 31. Addressed to Gerald L. Arnholt. Near fine. Single faint horizontal fold. On "Chief of Naval Operations" letterhead featuring a 4-star blue flag the admiral complies with an autograph request. "I am honored that my signature will be added to such a distinguished collection." Bold full signature. unknown
Référence libraire : 27398
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WOODLING Gene 1923 2001
Signature
Debuting with the Cleveland Indians in 1943 the New York Yankees star outfielder showed off his skills for five consecutive World Series 1949-53. Bold signature in black fineline heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1973 May 27. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Référence libraire : 24055
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MITCHUM Robert 1917 97
Color Photograph Signed
Rugged leading man whose many films include "The Story of G.I. Joe" "Cape Fear" "El Dorado" and much more. Color PS 8" X 10" n.p. n.y. Fine. Color glossy half-length portrait of an older Mitchum in full dress naval whites as Captain Victor "Pug" Henry in the 1983 television miniseries "The Winds of War" signed large and bold in black fineline across the lower portion of his uniform -- thus superb contrast. He gazes determinedly to the viewer's right unsmiling while behind him appears a World War Two era battleship's massive deck guns. A choice example. unknown
Référence libraire : 25833
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STANLEY Edward Bishop of Norwich 1779 1849
Autograph Document Signed
This British clergyman served as Bishop of Norwich 1837-49. ADS 1p irregular 4" X 2 3/4" tipped to larger heavy album leaf n.p. n.y. between 1837 and 1849. Very good. Front portion only of an envelope addressed in an unknown hand to C.K. Murray 5 Whitehall Place London and boldly signed by Stanley in brown ink at lower left as "E. Norwich." Attractive. unknown
Référence libraire : 31244
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ALBANESI Carlo 1857 1926
Autograph Musical Quotation Signed
This Italian pianist educator and composer is well known for his many piano compositions. AMuQS 2pp single leaf 8�" X 11 3/4" London England 1907 n.d. Inscribed in Italian to "Schloesser." Very good. Two very full pages of the "Coda from Preludio e Fugato - for due Violini Viola e Violoncella." Boldly and attractively penned. unknown
Référence libraire : 28658
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BRINEGAR Paul 1917 95
Inscribed Photograph Signed
This popular whiskered American character actor made more than 100 television and film appearances between 1946 and 1994 but will always be remembered as the cook "Wishbone" on the television series "Rawhide" 1959-66; he also appears as the bartender in the 1973 Clint Eastwood film "High Plains Drifter." IPS 5" X 7" n.p. n.y. Near fine. Outstanding informal closeup of a grinning goateed Brinegar in cowboy nicely inscribed and signed in black fineline in a light portion at left of center: "To / Kathleen / from / 'Wish' / Paul Brinegar." A choice example for any "Rawhide" cast collection. unknown
Référence libraire : 26266
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CONLON Arthur J. 1897 1987
Signature
This second baseman not to be confused with umpire Jocko Conlan debuted with the Boston Braves in 1923. Large full signature and "Boston Braves / 1923" in blue ballpoint near the top of a heavy stock lined 5" X 3" card n.p. n.y. Near fine. Nice example. unknown
Référence libraire : 29293
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LONG Edward V. 1908 72
Signature
Democratic senator from Missouri. Large bold signature and "U.S. Senator 1960-69" heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1971 April 12. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Référence libraire : 19121
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PRAED Winthrop M. 1802 39
Free-Franked Envelope
This English member of the House of Parliament is better known for lightweight satirical verse such as "Stanzas to the Speaker Asleep" and other witty society pieces. Front panel of free-franked envelope 1p 5" X 3" St. Leonard's on Sea England 1836 January 11. Very good. Interesting "Hastings Penny Post" cancellation. Handsome piece addressed in Praed's hand to "The Elder Brethren / of the / Trinity House / London" and franked by him at lower left. Praed died at the young age of thirty-seven making his autograph somewhat uncommon. unknown
Référence libraire : 22665
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HAMPDEN Walter 1879 1955
Autograph Letter Signed
American stage and film actor renowned as Cyrano de Bergerac and for Shakespearian roles; his films include "The Hunchback of Notre Dame" 1939 "The Adventures of Mark Twain" 1944 "All About Eve" 1950 "Sabrina" 1954 and "The Prodigal" 1955. ALS 1p 8�" X 11" St. Louis MO 1922 March 4. Addressed to Mrs. Byrd Raikes Fuqua a California dude ranch owner. Very good. On pale grey "Tour of / Walter Hampden / SEASON of 1921-22" letterhead Hampden thanks as admirer adding "I feel quite satisfied with the progress we have made on our first appearances in St. Louis and shall return again and again." A quite attractive letter. With original envelope addressed in Hampden's hand. unknown
Référence libraire : 31166
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McPHATTER Clyde 1933 72
Autograph Letter Signed
This legendary R & B tenor hit the charts in the mid-50s with the Drifters and such hits as "Money Honey" "Such a Night" and "Honey Love" before going solo. ALS 1p 8�" X 11" New Rochelle NY 1958 January 2. Addressed to Donald. Very good. Yellowed tape stain at each corner and one 1�" at each side. On delightfully corny letterhead of "Clyde McPhatter's Tune Shop" this rare letter was written shortly after his split from the Drifters and the height of his fame as a soloist. A gracious letter to an admirer reading in part: "Hope that you will like the little verse that I am sending you. Very sorry that I don't have any pictures at this time hope when you write again I'll have some on hand. So until then be good." Bold full signature. The alcoholic McPhatter died of a heart attack at age 39 making his autograph material quite uncommon. unknown
Référence libraire : 17516
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ASHCROFT Peggy 1907 91
Photograph Signed
This knighted British actress appeared in "The Thirty-Nine Steps" and many other distinguished films. PS 8" X 10" n.p. n.d. Fine. Glossy still portrait of Ashcroft in her Oscar-winning role in "A Passage to India" 1984 boldly signed. unknown
Référence libraire : 15556
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KRASS Nathan ? ?
Signature
Reknowned rabbi at the Reform Temple Emanu-el in New York City from 1923 to 1949. Bold signature in dark brown fountain pen heavy stock 4" X 2�" card n.p. n.d. Very good. Slight mounting traces on verso. A handsome example of this interesting Judaica figure. unknown
Référence libraire : 19750
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STEINDEL Bruno 1866 1949
Autograph Musical Quotation Signed
German-born American cellist with the Berlin Philharmonic and then the Chicago Symphony Ochestra under Theodore Thomas; in 1918 he resigned from the CSO when accused of pro-German activities the stigma of which led to his pianist wife Mathilde's placement in a sanitarium and then her suicide by drowning in Lake Michigan in 1921. AMuQS 1p heavy stock 3�" X 2�" card n.p. n.y. 1900. Very good. Mild age toning; small mounting trace at each corner. Steindel was apparently asked for a snippet from a composition by an admirer for at the center of this heavy card he has affixed a 2 3/4" X 1�" slip bearing three small neatly penned measures identified in his hand as "Beethoven op. 56." Below the slip Steindel signs boldly. unknown
Référence libraire : 26949
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GIUSTI George 1908 91
Signed First Day Cover
This Italian-Swiss designer illustrator and sculptor co-designed the Swiss Pavilion at the 1939 New York World's Fair but it's for major magazine front covers -- "Time" "Fortune" etc. -- that he's often remembered. Signed First Day Cover 6�" X 3�" cancelled in Milwaukee Wisconsin on 21 August 1971 and with "First Day of Issue" boldly stamped. Fine. No cachet at left; no distracting recipient's name/address. Preprinted red Giusti-designed "Bowling U.S. 8c" stamp at upper right; at lower left Giusti signs large and bold in black fineline. Small portion of original transmittal envelope present. An uncommon autograph. unknown
Référence libraire : 26432
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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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LIVINGSTON Jay 1915 2001
Autograph Musical Quotation Signed
Together with Ray Evans this formidable and prolific songwriting duo composed numerous iconic film tunes. Signed First Day Cover 6�" X 3�" cancelled at Beverly Hills California on 28 February 1973 and with "First Day of Issue" boldly stamped. Fine. Single 8-cent "George Gershwin" stamp at upper right. No decorative cachet at left; no recipient's name/address. Along the top edge in bold blue ballpoint Livingston inscribes and signs: "My very best to Paul Johnston / Jay Livingston." Below this scattered among the remaining blank area Livingston pens SIX musical measures from six of his best-known tunes neatly penning the title beneath each: "Buttons and Bows" "Que Sera Sera" "To Each His Own" "Silver Bells" "Mona Lisa" and "Tammy." A veritable musical quotation autobiography -- "Buttons and Bows" was composed for "The Paleface" in 1948 "Que Sera Sera" for "The Man Who Knew Too Much" in 1956 "To Each His Own" for "To Each His Own" in 1946 "Silver Bells" for "The Lemon Drop Kid" in 1951 "Mona Lisa" for "Captain Carey" in 1950 and "Tammy" for "Tammy and the Bachelor" in 1957. One occasionally sees Christmas-theme First Day Covers inscribed with a bar or two from "Silver Bells" -- but a music theme cover such as this inscribed with music from six -- count 'em SIX! -- of their most famous songs is rather unusual and most desireable. Small portion of original transmittal envelope also present. unknown
Référence libraire : 22850
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STEPHENS William L. Jr.
Rifle Marksmanship
New York: A.S. Barnes & Company 1941. Hardcover. Small 4to. Grey paper over boards price-clipped dust jacket. 88pp. Line drawings. Very good/very good. Minor scuffing to jacket. Later 6th printing clean and tight. A.S. Barnes & Company hardcover
Référence libraire : 4945
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MARX Arthur 1921 ?
Typed Letter Signed
The son of comedian Groucho Marx was a prolific novelist playwright and biographer. TLS 1p 7�" X 10�" Pacific Palisades CA 1958 June 19. Near fine. Addressed to Mary Margaret McBride 1899-1976 popular radio personality. Gracious letter thanking McBride for featuring him on her show and talking up his new book "Not as a Crocodile." In part: ".for one of the few times in my life -- or perhaps the only time -- I wasn't a bit nervous on the air. This I attribute to a wonderful quality of yours that makes people feel completely at ease. It was like talking with you in your living room." With original envelope. unknown
Référence libraire : 15281
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MILANOV Zinka 1906 89
Signature
The Yugoslav-born operatic soprano debuted at the Metropolitan Opera House in 1937 where she remained until 1966; she soloed under Toscanini in Verdi's "Requiem" and became noted for Verdi roles. Large bold signature heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1983 November 2. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Référence libraire : 18552
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ANDREWS Harry 1911 89
Inscribed Photograph Signed
English tough guy character actor who struts his stuff in "The Battle of Britain" and numerous combat films. IPS 3�" X 5�" n.p. 1960. Fine. Striking glossy closeup in costume from "Solomon and Sheba" 1959 inscribed "Best wishes / from / Harry Andrews / 1960." unknown
Référence libraire : 15559
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CALLAWAY Frank B. 1898 1987
Autograph Note Signed
This shortstop debuted with the Philadelphia Athletics in 1921 retiring the following year. ANS 1p heavy stock lined 5" X 3" card n.p. n.y. Near fine. Bold full signature and "Phila. Athletics 1921-22" followed by comment: "Good luck & if you are ever in or near Knox ville come to see me. I have 9 nine Sporting Goods stores." unknown
Référence libraire : 29236
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HERRMANN Julius 1889 1977
Inscribed Photograph Signed / Autograph Letter Signed
Austrian arranger and leader of a famous monarchist military marching band. IPS Schikela in German 7" X 9�" n.p. 1957 July. Inscribed and signed "With hearty greetings from the old Austria" "old" meaning the unified Austria/Germany. Very good. Minor edgewear. Interesting pose conducting in bemedalled uniform in front of Vienna's Hofburg Palace. Signed "Herrmann / Kpllm." "Kpllm." as in "Kapellmeister" meaning band leader. Accompanied by ALS in German 1p 8�" X 11" Hotel Mediterraneo letterhead Venice Italy 1957 July 9. Addressed to pianist John Leiser. Very good. Reads in part iin translation: "The enclosed photograph was delivered to me here at the sea where I spend a few days of vacation. I hurry to forward this picture of myself taken at the Hofburg in Vienna." Unusual pair. unknown
Référence libraire : 28659
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