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TREVISAN Vittorio 1869 1958
Inscribed Photograph Signed
Italian-American opera singer for many years a leading basso with the Chicago Opera. IPS Underwood 8" X 10" Chicago IL 1928 February 14. Near fine. Wonderful sepia-tone half-length portrait of Trevisan as Sir Tristan sniffing a rose in the romantic comic opera "Martha" boldly inscribed and signed in black ink in a light area at upper right: "Chicago February 14/1928 / To Mr. John Leiser / Sincerely / Vittoria Trevisan." The "14/1928" ink faint. Leiser was a well-known Chicago pianist and music educator. Quite charming. unknown
Bookseller reference : 28444
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STRAIGHT Beatrice 1914 2000
Signed First Day Cover
Although she won an Oscar in 1976 for her performance in "Network" this actress was largely a stage performer; in 1953 she won a Tony for her role in "The Crucible." Signed First Day Cover 6�" X 3�" cancelled in Amherst Massachusetts on 28 August 1971 and with "First Day of Issue" boldly stamped. Fine. Single 8-cent "Emily Dickinson American Poet" stamp affixed. No decorative cachet at left; no distracting recipient's name/address. Straight signs large and bold in blue ballpoint near the "sweet spot." Straight portrayed Dickinson on Broadway in "Eastward in Eden" hence the relevance. With small portion of original transmittal envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 22373
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REDGRAVE Michael 1908 85
Signature
Patriarch of the noted English acting family himself a prolific stage actor who appeared in a number of films including "The Lady Vanishes" "Fame Is the Spur" and an Oscar-nominated role in "Mourning Becomes Electra." Bold signature in blue ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1975 June 20. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 19081
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BURRITT Elihu 1810 79
Autograph Letter Signed
American philanthropist pacifist reformer and social activist whose early training as a black smith combined with an uncanny ability to learn languages earned him the moniker "The Learned Blacksmith"; in 1846 he formed the League of Universal Brotherhood organizing world peace congresses and traveling and writing tirelessly for the cause. ALS 1p 5" X 8" New Britain CT 1873 May 21. Addressed to Mrs. Ogden. Very good. Paper clip rust stain at center of left edge. Cordial note to a lady acquaintance: "I remember with great pleasure meeting you at the Lake House Lake George last summer. I hope you and your sister and all near & dear to you are quite well -- that you all weathered the long cold winter & spring comfortably. I want to send you one of my little books as a souvenir of my acquaintance with you." A charming example. unknown
Bookseller reference : 27162
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BERGEN Edgar 1903 78
Inscribed Photograph Signed
Candice's father was America's leading ventriloquist in vaudeville in films on radio and on television for over half a century performing with everyone's favorite dummy Charlie McCarthy. IPS 5" X 7" n.p. n.y. ca. 1965. Near fine. Handsome half-length portrait of a young McCarthy in tails and cape and top hat speaking on a phone with a similarly-clad McCarthy alongside him. Boldly inscribed in blue fountain pen along the top: "Hello Don Burnell! / All the best from / Edgar Bergen & Charlie." A fine example. unknown
Bookseller reference : 17980
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PARTEE Roy 1917 2000
Signature
Boston Red Sox catcher who debuted in 1943. Bold signature in black fine marker heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1974 June 5. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 18341
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PAINE Albert Bigelow 1861 1937
Signature and Salutation
Mark Twain's literary executor and author of a massive 3-volume biography of Clemens 1912; journalist writer of light fiction. Handsome "Truly yours / Albert Bigelow Paine" 5" X 3" tipped to slightly larger black album leaf Arles France 1923 May 22. Very good. Most attractive. unknown
Bookseller reference : 20914
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LEONARD Elmer "Tiny" 1888 1981
Signature
Baseball player with the Philadelphia Athletics debuting in 1911. Signature 5" X 3" card n.p. n.d. Fine. unknown
Bookseller reference : 13957
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ZORN WL. "Bill" ? ? W. L.
Autograph Note Signed
All-American fullback with Amos Alonzo Stagg's famed University of Chicago team and member of the group that beat Princeton 9-0 in their first game in 1921; later a long-time respected coach of the University of Wisconsin's Blugolds basketball team. ANS 1p 6" X 6" n.p. Eau Claire WI n.y. 1983 March 11. Addressed to Richard Laade. Near fine. On pale green stationery Zorn packs good content into this brief note: "You are going back a long ways. 'Timme Thomas and Zorn will wish they had never been born.' Quote from papers in 1921 Chicago 9 Princeton 0. I have an autograph which says This is the way I look at 99 and this is the way I write signed Amos Alonzo Stagg. He kept going until 102. Many of my team mates are gone. Fritz Crisler the last one Ive heard off." Boldly penned in black ballpoint. unknown
Bookseller reference : 26113
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BAYARD Thomas F. 1828 98
Signature
Delaware senator 1869-85 Cleveland's secretary of state ambassador to Great Britain. Large bold signature and date April 1891 3 3/4" X 2�" slip n.p. Very good. Small 1�" tall vintage oval portrait of Bayard neatly tipped to blank area. A nice example. unknown
Bookseller reference : 20091
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QUIN Clinton S. ? ?
Signature
This Episcopal cleric and professor of systematic theology was named Bishop of Texas in 1928. Bold and handsome "Clinton S Quin / Bishop of Texas / 7-10-1929" in blue fountain pen on a pale green 4" X 4�" slip n.p. Near fine. A small magazine portrait of a very fierce and scary looking Quin is affixed at lower right not affecting text. Unusual -- nice vintage piece from shortly after his appointment. This was signed at a Chautauqua meeting where Quin gave a lecture. unknown
Bookseller reference : 19922
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ROCHEFORT Bennett H. 1896 1981
Signature
First baseman who debuted in 1914 with the Philadelphia Phillies. Unusual double signature: "Playing name -- / Bennett H. Rochefort / Legal name -- / Bennett H.R. Gilbert" in black ballpoint on a 5" X 3" card n.p. n.d. Near fine. Later life example. Quite uncommon. unknown
Bookseller reference : 23108
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VAN DOREN Carl 1885 1950
Autograph Letter Signed
Mark Van Doren�s brilliant but lesser-known brother won a Pulitzer prize in 1938 for his biography "Benjamin Franklin." ALS 1p 5�" X 8�" New York NY 1931 January 7. Addressed to Mr. Trevillian. Near fine. In part: "Thank you for your agreeable words about my Swift which is my favorite among my books too." Viking Press published Van Doren's "Swift" in 1930. unknown
Bookseller reference : 28481
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FENNER Archibald 1888 1988
Signature
Radical English journalist and politician a famed conscription opponent and fiery anti-war activist imprisoned during World War One for militant pacifism who toyed with socialism before moving to labour; one of the founders of the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament; a statue of him in Red Lion Square in London depicts this celebrated eccentric at his oratorical best. Full signature after which he adds "Lord!" realizing the irony of someone with his beliefs bearing such a title he was Lord Brockway of Eton & Slough heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1985 April 6. Near fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 18902
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CONNELLY Christopher 1941 88
Signature
Star of television's "Peyton Place" 1964-69 as Norman Harrington. Signature and date 1973 December 21 on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 18968
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CARSON Walter L. "Kit" 1912 83
Signature
This right fielder debuted with the Cleveland Indians in 1934 and was one of the youngest players in the American League that season. Handsome full signature in blue ballpoint in Carson's interesting script heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. n.y. ca. 1970. Fine. A superb example. unknown
Bookseller reference : 24737
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COMO Perry 1912 2001
Signed Postal Cover
Popular radio-and-records crooner whose easygoing style "invented casual"; from 1948 to 1963 he hosted a hit television show. Signed Postal Cover 6�" X 3�" cancelled in the city of Como's birth Canonsburg Pennsylvania on the day of his birth 18 May 1973. Single 8-cent "George Gershwin" stamp at upper right. Fine. At left of center the crooner boldly signs and inscribes a large "To Paul -- / Best always / Perry Como" in black fineline. A choice inscription on an appropriate music cover cancelled in an appropriate place on an appropriate date. Clever and unique. unknown
Bookseller reference : 24450
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MOUNTBATTEN David Michael 1919 70
Signature
Noted English nobility the Third Marquess of Milford Haven. Signature "Milford Haven" dated 1968 July 1 on a special heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. Saffron Walden England. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 18876
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McNAMARA Tim 1898 1994
Signature
This pitcher debuted in 1922 with the Boston Braves playing also briefly for the New York Giants before retiring in 1926. Nice signature in blue ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. n.y. Near fine. Handsome example. unknown
Bookseller reference : 29266
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PERCY Hugh Algernon ? 1988
Signature
Tenth Duke of Northumberland famed English horse breeder. Signature "Northumberland" dated 1980 February 6 on a special heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. Greenwick England. Very good. Percy smudges the date slightly else fine. With original envelope and printed transmittal slip. unknown
Bookseller reference : 18312
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BECK Zinn B. 1885 1981
Signature
St. Louis Cardinals and New York Yankees third baseman debuting in 1913 and retiring in 1918. Nice old-age signature in blue ballpoint 3" X 5" card n.p. n.y. Fine. Rather uncommon. unknown
Bookseller reference : 29328
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GEORGES Alexandre 1850 1938
Autograph Letter Signed
French opera composer. Brief ALS in French 1p 6" X 4�" n.p. Paris France 1921 June 17. Addressed to A. Dandeld. Very good. Writing on an aerogramme Georges asks about a Sonia Herma as a possible singer for three fall concerts; complains about the difficulty of finding good singers. unknown
Bookseller reference : 27448
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ALBERS Henri 1866 1926
Signature
Popular Dutch baritone a frequent Metropolitan Opera guest who appeared with the Opera Comique in Paris from 1899 to 1926. Thick bold signature in deep brown ink heavy stock 3�" X 2�" card n.p. n.y. 1898. Very good. Slight age toning and small mark at each corner from mounting but overall a handsome example. unknown
Bookseller reference : 26894
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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
Bookseller reference : 19090
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LAWSON Victor F. 1850 1925
Letter Signed
This innovative Chicago publisher 1876-88 came up with the idea of using young boys to hawk his "Chicago Daily News"; he also served as president of Associated Press 1894-1900 and was a powerful leader for civic reform. LS 1p 4 3/4" X 6�" Green Lake WI 1914 October 13. Addressed to Seymour Eaton 1859-1916 Canadian-born literary and marketing genius best known for the Teddy-G and Teddy-B illustrated series he created. Near fine. On pale green letterhead Lawson sends "Thanks for sympathy in the great bereavement that has come to me." Lawson wife of 34 years Jessie Bradley daughter of a prominent Chicago family had died shortly before. unknown
Bookseller reference : 28691
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SARGENT Dick 1933 94
Inscribed Photograph Signed
Always remembered as the second ever-suffering Darrin "Durward" according to Endora Stephens on television's "Bewitched" 1969-72. IPS 4" X 5" n.p. Los Angeles CA n.d. 1984 July 4. Near fine. Nice head-and-shoulders portrait of a post-"Bewitched" Sargent boldly inscribed in thin black marker "Richard -- / Good luck! / Dick / Sargent." Handsome and surprisingly uncommon. unknown
Bookseller reference : 23031
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GISH Lillian 1896 1993
Typed Note Signed / Inscribed Photograph Signed
The First Lady of the Silent Screen" whose films ranged from silent classics such as "Birth of a Nation" 1915 to made-for-television dramas such as "The Whales of August" 1987. TNS 1p 5" X 7" n.p. 1984 November 28. Addressed to Terry Kocsett. Fine. On colorful holiday stationery Gish sends Christmas greetings. Also comes with an IPS 4" X 6" n.p. n.d. Fine. Lovely flat finish closeup inscribed "Happy Birthday / Dear Terry / And fond wishes always / Lillian Gish. unknown
Bookseller reference : 15616
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WHIPPLE Warren ? ? and BORTH Frank 1918 ?
Original Signed Ink Cartoon
Cartooning duo who produced the popular "There Oughta Be a Law" syndicated comic strip 1963-81 begun by Al Fagaly in 1944 through 1963. Original India ink drawing 1p 12�" X 9�" n.p. 1976 December 23. Near fine. Single panel depicting what we assume to be the cartoonists themselves their features are mostly hidden hard at work before drafting tables. Under the heading "Last-Minute Gift Suggestion Dep't." one of the pair asks "What can I get for my wife that's quite expensive but not too flashy" The other replies "How about a jar of instant coffee" Conclusion: "Today's LAW: 'And nothing is stirring in our house either!'" Pencilled draft faintly visible beneath. In addition to the neatly lettered "Whipple and Borth" signature at lower left this piece is signed a second time in "think pink" ink. unknown
Bookseller reference : 18013
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DICKSHOT John O. "Johnnie" 1910 97
Signature
This outfielder debuted with the Pittsburgh Pirates in 1936 playing also for the New York Giants and Chicago White Sox before retiring in 1945. Large bold "Best Wishes" and signature in blue ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. n.y. Very good. Attractive later life example. unknown
Bookseller reference : 29284
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REICHSTEIN Tadeus 1897 ?
Signature
This Swiss chemist Polish born was the first to synthesize Vitamin C in 1933; he shared the 1950 Nobel Prize for chemistry. Signature heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1989 January 20. Fine. Name and address neatly stamped at bottom of card. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 18557
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RICH Irene 1897 or 91 1988
Inscribed Photograph Signed
Silent film star "Beau Brummell" "Craig's Wife" etc. who appeared in talkies occasionally into the 1950s. IPS 5" X 6" archivally tipped to a larger acid-free matte board n.p. n.d. Near fine. Book photograph a silent film scene inscribed and signed. unknown
Bookseller reference : 15702
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PEALE Norman Vincent 1898 1993
Signed First Day Cover
Popular American clergyman author of "The Power of Positive Thinking" 1952 and other bestsellers. Signed First Day Cover 6�" X 3�" cancelled in Washington DC on 5 November 1970 and with "First Day of Issue" boldly stamped. Single 6-cent "Christmas" stamp at upper right. Fine. At lower left beneath the postal cancellation Peale signs his normal large bold handsome full signature in black fineline. Small portion of original transmittal envelope also present. unknown
Bookseller reference : 24501
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ROBINSON Bill 1943 2007
Signature
This outfielder debuted with the Atlanta Braves in 1966 also playing for the New York Yankees 1967-69 Philadelphia Phillies 1972-73 1982-83 and Pittsburgh Pirates 1975-82 including the '79 World Series championship team. Handsome bold signature in blue ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1989 March 2. Near fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 24087
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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 8�" 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
Bookseller reference : 28252
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VIVIANI Gaetano ? ?
Inscription and Signature
Italian operatic baritone. Choice and bold "To Mr. Preston Sawyer / With best Wishes / Gaetano Viviani / San Francisco / Sept. 18 1930" in black fountain pen on a pristine pink 6" X 3 3/4" autograph album leaf. Fine. Noted collector Sawyer 1899-1968 was a California journalist and historical writer. unknown
Bookseller reference : 25813
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SERKIN Rudolf 1903 91
Signed Concert Program
Noted influential American piano virtuoso; father of pianist/composer Peter. Signed concert program 6" X 9" 12pp Toronto Canada 1964 January 29. Near fine. Toronto Symphony Orchestra program featuring Serkin as guest artist in a program featuring selections from Beethoven Brahms and Bruckner -- signed boldly by Serkin in blue ballpoint on the first text page program summary. Very attractive. unknown
Bookseller reference : 28474
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BEUTER Charles ? 1964
Signature and Inscription
When the U.S. Navy Band was created by Act of Congress in 1925 this lieutenant was named its first leader; under his tutelage it played for many historic occasions such as Charles Lindbergh's return in 1927 from his trans-Atlantic flight and Admiral Richard E. Byrd's return in 1929 from his South Pole Flight; he founded the Navy School of Music in 1935 to help supply qualified musicians to the band. "Lieut Chas Beuter U.S.N / Leader U.S. Navy Band / Wash. D.C. / Regards" in bold blue fountain pen on a pale yellow 5�" X 4�" slip dated at bottom October 1929 in another hand. Very good. A small newspaper portrait of Beuter is affixed to the lower left portion not affecting writing. Interesting and unusual. This was signed at a Chautauqua meeting where Beuter gave a lecture or performance. unknown
Bookseller reference : 18451
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RAYE Martha 1916 94
Signature
Large-mouthed comedienne singer and actress awarded a special Oscar in 1968. Bold "Bless you Richard / Martha / Raye" in black fineline marker heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1968 May 1. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 18941
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BERNARDI Herschel 1923 86
Signature
Best known as Tevye in the stage play "Fiddler on the Roof" this character actor played innumerable cops and robbers on film and television. Bold signature dated 1969 January 4 on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. New York NY. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 18912
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STICKNEY Dorothy 1900 98
Signature and Inscription / Unsigned Program
This popular leading lady of the stage film and television starred on Broadway for several years with husband Howard Lindsay 1889-1968 in "Life with Father" who wrote the play with Russel Crouse based on Clarence Day's book. Handsome inscription and signature in black fineline dated by her 1974 February 21 on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. Fine. With original envelope. Accompanied by a small 4to "Playbill" program for the October 21 1940 performance of "Life with Father" at The Empire Theatre in New York. 36pp illustrations numerous advertisements. Stiff tan wrapper features artist's rendering of Stickney and Lindsay and four children in their roles seated in a horse-drawn carriage. Very good. unknown
Bookseller reference : 19070
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ALSTON Walter 1911 84
Inscribed Photograph Signed
This Baseball Hall of Famer elected 1983 managed the Brooklyn later Los Angeles Dodgers from 1954 to 1976 bringing them four world championships. IPS 5" X 7" n.p. n.d. ca. 1960. Good plus. Yellowed tape stain at each corner and bit of general wear. Informal matte finish head-and-shoulders smiling pose of Alston in his Brooklyn uniform inscribed large and bold in blue ballpoint "Best wishes Donald / from Walt Alston." Fairly attractive despite flaw -- and definitely rather uncommon. unknown
Bookseller reference : 17512
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GIBSON Wynne 1899 1987
Signature
Starting in the chorus line this actress rose to leading lady status in the 1930s and '40s then moved into radio and television. Signature dated 1984 December 14 on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. Fine. With original envelope partly addressed in her hand. unknown
Bookseller reference : 19000
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MARX Leon 1875 1935
Signature
This child prodigy played for the Chicago Symphony Orchestra 1898-1911; he also formed the Leon Marx String Quartette later the Leon Marx Trio. Bold signature heavy stock 3�" X 2�" n.p. Chicago IL n.y. 1906. Near fine. On a 2�" X 1" slip bearing a printed musical staff neatly tipped to this heavy stock card Marx signs in full directly across the staff. Uncommon. unknown
Bookseller reference : 17918
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BECK Zinn B. 1885 1981
Signature
St. Louis Cardinals and New York Yankees third baseman debuting in 1913 and retiring in 1918. Nice old-age signature in blue ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1973 July 25 Fine. With original envelope. Rather uncommon. unknown
Bookseller reference : 29344
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PETRUCCELLI Antonio 1907 94
Signed Postal Cover
American illustrator and muralist reknowned for the 24 "Fortune" magazine covers he created between 1933 and 1945 -- among others such as "The New Yorker." Signed Postal Cover 6�" X 3�" n.p. n.y. Fine. NOT a First Day Cover but a mint example of Petruccelli's 1957 "America and Steel Growing Together" 3-cent U.S. stamp affixed at upper right to a cover; at lower left in black fineline Petruccelli signs large and bold adding "Designer" below. Most handsome. unknown
Bookseller reference : 25846
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KADAR Janos 1912 89
Photograph Signed
Twice this Hungarian Communist Party leader served as that country's prime minister 1956-58 1961-68; under his totalitarian regime all non-Communist forces and influences were ruthlessly squelched. PS 3�" X 5�" n.p. 1988 August 24. Very good. Handsome later life portrait boldly signed and dated on the blank lower margin. Rather uncommon. unknown
Bookseller reference : 28703
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GAFFKE Fabian 1913 92
Signature
Debuting in 1936 this outfielder played for the Boston Red Sox and Cleveland Indians. Bold signature in blue ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1988 November 1. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 23147
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HARVEY George 1864 1928
Typed Letter Signed
Powerful owner/editor of the "North American Review" 1899-1926; president of Harper & Brothers 1900-15; his influence helped earn Woodrow Wilson the New Jersey governorship then the presidency; his support likewise helped Harding earn the nomination. TLS 1p 5�" X 7�" New York NY 1912 February 21. Addressed to George Ade 1866-1944 the Hoosier humorist and playwright. Near fine. "Some days ago I ventured to send you an invitation to a dinner to Mr. Howells. it has occurred to me that possibly the invitation went astray. I would be gratified to receive word from you." The Howells referred to was almost certainly novelist William Dean Howells. This followup letter Ade certainly answered for his huge "ans" for "answered" is pencilled boldly in his distinctive hand at the upper left corner. unknown
Bookseller reference : 16254
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HOLST Art
Sunday Zebras
Lake Forest IL: Forest Publishing 1980. Hardcover. 8vo. Black cloth pictorial dust jacket. 308pp. Illustrations. Near fine/very good. Mild jacket edgewear. First edition tigt and nice. A look at N.F.L. football up close from a "zebra." Inscribed and signed big and bold by the author on the front flyleaf to a pubisher's rep: "To Steve / with best wishes. / Here's to the first of / 5000 copies!! / Art Holst." Forest Publishing hardcover
Bookseller reference : 13374
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PRICHARD Bob 1917 91
Signature and Inscription
First baseman who debuted with the Washington Senators in 1939. Bold "Best wishes Jim" and signature in blue ballpoint 5" X 3" card n.p. n.y. Near fine. Handsome later life example. unknown
Bookseller reference : 23128
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