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RESZKE Jean de 1850 1925
Signature and Inscription
Polish tenor with the New York Metropolitan 1891-1901 who often performed with his celebrated younger brother the bass Edouard. Handsome "yours truly / Jean de Reszke / 1895" in dark brown ink on a heavy stock 2�" X 2" card n.p. Very good. Moderately age toned; affixed to heavy album leaf stock of same size. Nice small example of this uncommon signature seen less often than his brother's. unknown
Bookseller reference : 26818
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KOHLER Fred A. 1903 69
Inscribed Photograph Signed
One of the most powerful figures behind the scenes of professional wrestling was this influential Chicago promoter who some credit with singlehandedly engineering the "Golden Age of Wrestling" of the 1940s and '50s. Quite unusual matte-finish IPS heavy stock 16" X 20" Chicago IL 1959 October 23. Near fine. Superb formal half-length portrait of a seated Kohler in suit and tie inscribed large and bold in blue ballpoint in a darkish area at upper left: "To Donald M. Burnell / Lots of luck & best wishes / Fred A Kohler / Oct. 23 1959 / Chicago Ill." This very attractive very unusual item was likely created for some cryptic promotional purpose but it bears no photographer's credit or other identifications recto or verso. Choice vintage piece from the "Golden Age of Wrestling" -- likely one of a kind in this large format. Kohler is surprisingly uncommon. Superb for display. unknown
Bookseller reference : 20152
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LEWIS George "Duffy" 1888 1979
Signature
Debuting in 1910 this outfielder played for the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees. Bold bright RED as in Red Sox! signature heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1973 August 30. Fine. With original envelope. Lewis enclosed an article about a lady who stitched a "baseball blanket" featuring embroidered portraits of famous players each signed by that player; presumably Lewis appears on it. unknown
Bookseller reference : 23154
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CHICHESTER CLARK James D. Lord Moyola of Castledawson 1923 2004
Signature
Irish noblemen and politician parliamentarian and cabinet minister; prime minister of Northern Ireland 1969-71. Bold signature simply "Moyola" per protocol in blue ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1980 February 20. Fine. With original envelope and note from admirer on which Moyola pens "Returned herewith -- / Good wishes M." Interesting and unusual. unknown
Bookseller reference : 21999
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HAMMOND C. Herrick 1882 1969
Typed Letter Signed
This American supervised numerous memorable structures as Illinois state architect; he designed many Art Deco and Arts & Crafts style buildings in Chicago and in 1933 joined forces with the Burnham Brothers to create Burnham and Hammond. TLS 1p 7�" X 9�" Washington DC 1929 August 1. Addressed to Waldemer Kaempffert at the Rosenwald Industrial Museum of Chicago 1877-1956 long-time "New York Times" science editor and director of Chicago's Rosenwald Museum which became the reknowned Museum of Science and Industry. Very good. Small staple hole at upper left; large grease-pencilled recipient's docket at upper right. On "The American Institute of Architects" letterhead which lists Hammond as president Hammond notes "I wish to assure you that the members of the Institute will be glad to cooperate in any way possible to make the Industrial Museum a success. No doubt the local architects here can be of assistance and I shall be glad to arrange a meeting with you and some of the leaders of the profession if that is your desire." Interesting: Some sources state that the name of Kaempffert's museum was changed to what it's known as today the Museum of Science and Industry in 1928 but here in 1929 apparently Kaempffert is still using the original name. At this time he was also casting about for a museum building so perhaps was approaching Hammond for assistance. It wasn't until the 1933 Century of Progress Exposition that it opened in the 1893 Columbian Exposition "Palace of Fine Arts" building. Bold handsome full signature. Accompanied by a second letter a TLS from Hammond's executive secretary EDWARD C. KEMPER executive director 1914-48 1p 8�" X 11" Washington DC 1929 July 29. Addressed to Waldemar Kaempffert. Very good. Staple hole at upper left. On "The American Institute of Architects" letterhead Kemper thanks Kaempffert for literature on his museum and notes he will forward same to Hammond. "Mr. Hammond has given liberally of his time for many years to public service and to Chicago civic affairs. we felt that the subject of your letter should receive his personal attention." Quite interesting pair. unknown
Bookseller reference : 28610
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RENAN Ernst 1823 1892
Autograph Note Signed
This French philosopher and historian's "Life of Jesus" 1863 was the first to treat Jesus strictly as a historical figure -- causing a controversy which delayed Renan's confirmation as professor of Hebrew at the College de France by seven years! ANS in French 1p 8" X 12" n.p. n.d. ca. July 1887. Near fine. At the lower left corner of an Autograph Letter Signed from one A. Roblaire from Louargat in northwest France to "Monsier l'Inspecteur d'Academie" Renan pens a brief 5-line note to his correspondent. Not translated. unknown
Bookseller reference : 14239
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FAYE Alice 1912 98
Inscribed Photograph Signed
The long-time wife of bandleader Phil Harris was a popular singer and actress in the 1930s and early '40s appearing in "Alexander's Ragtime Band" "In Old Chicago" "Hello Frisco Hello" and many other films. IPS 3�" X 5�" n.p. n.d. Fine. Glossy informal closeup nicely inscribed and signed. unknown
Bookseller reference : 23018
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BAKER Gene 1925 99
Signature
Together with Ernie Banks this infielder broke the Chicago Cubs color barrier in 1953; from 1957 to 1961 he played with the Pittsburgh Pirates. Bold signature in black ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1974 May 13. Fine. With original envelope signed again and partly addressed by Baker. unknown
Bookseller reference : 19841
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PERRY Joe born 1927
Photograph Signed
This running back 1948-63 played for the San Francisco 49ers and Baltimore Colts and in 1953-54 became the first NFL player to gain 1000 yards rushing in consecutive seasons; in 1969 he was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. PS 3 3/4" X 5" n.p. n.y. 1973. Fine. Printed photograph showing Perry at the height of his career carrying the ball and charging forward signed boldly in black fineline by him at lower left with an inscription in another hand "Best / Wishes / To / Richard." Most handsome. unknown
Bookseller reference : 22042
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KIRBY Durward 1912 2000
Inscribed Photograph Signed
This genial television personality and comic served as second banana on "The Gary Moore Show" for many years and as co-host with Allen Funt on "Candid Camera" 1961-66. IPS 7" X 9" n.p. n.y. Near fine. Smiling head-and-shoulders portrait in suit and tie nicely inscribed and signed in blue fineline in a light portion at upper left: "To Donald -- / best wishes / Durward Kirby." unknown
Bookseller reference : 26885
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CALVERT Phyllis 1915 2002
Photograph Signed
British leading lady popular in such 1940s films as "Kipps" "The Man in Grey" "Fanny by Gaslight" and many others. PS 3�" X 5�" n.p. n.y. ca. 1970. Near fine. Informal close-up in later years boldly signed in black fountain pen. unknown
Bookseller reference : 23091
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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 10�" 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 7�" 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
Bookseller reference : 28278
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ABBOTT Grace 1878 1939
Signature
This influential social worker helped to organize 1908 and direct 1908-17 the Immigrants' Protective League; she was crucial to the 1918 ruling declaring child labor laws unconstitutional 1918 and served as chief of the U.S. Children's Bureau from 1921 to 1934. Uncommon signature heavy stock 3" X 2" card n.p. n.d. Very good. Minor age toning; mounting traces on verso. "Head of national Child Welfare" inked below her signature in another very small hand. A bold attractive example. unknown
Bookseller reference : 14205
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NEILSON TERRY Phyllis 1892 1977
Signature
British character actress from "Look Back in Anger" and other films of the 1950s. Uncommon sentiment and signature dated 1975 June 12 on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. Near fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 19038
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MANNING Timothy 1909 89
Signature
Archbishop of Los Angeles from 1970 to 1985. Full signature and date 1973 April 13 in bright red ink on a special heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. Los Angeles CA. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 18315
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SCHUMANN HEINK Ernestine 1861 1936
Signature
Austrian-born American operatic contralto known for her Wagner roles and radio broadcasts. Bold full signature and "Chicago 12 Nov. / 1898" in brown ink heavy stock 3�" X 2�" card. Very good. Mildly age toned with tiny tape stain at each upper corner; tipped to heavy stock album leaf stock of same size. unknown
Bookseller reference : 26849
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BROWNE Coral 1913 91
Photograph Signed
Australian-born stage actress who did a few films "Auntie Mame" "The Killing of Sister George". PS 3�" X 5�" n.p. n.d. Very good. Glossy postcard portrait an unusual pose beside a ceramic cat signed with "Best Wishes." unknown
Bookseller reference : 15577
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BOX Theodor M. 1906 ?
Signed First Day Cover
The first time the Henley Royal Regatta begun in 1839 in Henley-on-Thomas England was won by a non-Briton was when this 21-year-old American and a partner won the double sculls rowing event in 1927; in 1971 as president of Tedruth Plastics Corporation he unveiled the world's first allurethane boat a 10' craft that could be used as a sailboat motorboat or rowboat and supposedly remained afloat even flooded with water and carrying four passengers. Signed first Day Cover 6�" X 3�" cancelled at Washington DC on November 2 1967 and with "First Day of Issue" noted. Near fine. Single 5-cent "The Biglin Brothers Racing -- Thomas Eakins" stamp depicting two rowers rowing at upper right. No decorative cachet at left; no distracting recipient's name/address. Just left of the "sweet spot" Box signs large and bold in medium green marker. Quite unusual. unknown
Bookseller reference : 21359
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DUCHESNE Gaetan 1963 2007
Signature
Known as "Gator" this defensive forward played fourteen seasons in the National Hockey League and helped the Minnesota North Stars reach the 1991 Stanley Cup finals. Handsome large signature in blue ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1984 January 18. Fine. With original envelope. Duchesne debuted in the '81-'82 season making this a nice example from early in his career. unknown
Bookseller reference : 22783
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BROWN Joe E. 1892 1973
Photograph Signed
American huge-grinned comedian and actor often remembered for his hilarious portrayal of millionaire Osgood Fielding III in "Some Like It Hot" 1959. PS newspaper 2" X 3�" n.p. 6/22/60." Very good. Mild inoffensive tape stain at each corner; slight bit of age toning. Small newspaper portrait a head-and-shoulders closeup in suit and bow tie and ever-present ear-to-ear grin boldly signed and dated in blue ballpoint across his chest. unknown
Bookseller reference : 22819
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FRY Christopher 1907 2005
Signature
This renowned English dramatist known for "Venus Observed" 1950 and "The Lady's Not for Burning" 1949 also cowrote the screenplays for "Ben-Hur" and "Barabbas." Bold signature in blue ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1973 March 6. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 19149
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BROWN Joe E. 1892 1973
Signature and Inscription / Unsigned Photograph
American huge-grinned comedian and actor often remembered for his hilarious portrayal of millionaire Osgood Fielding III in "Some Like It Hot" 1959. Huge and bold "All good wishes to my friend / Donald Burnell / Joe E. Brown / 6/22/60" in blue ballpoint on an irregular-trimmed roughly-triangular 5�" width at top X 4" height slip bearing "JOE E. BROWN" printed in green at the top -- presumably trimmed from a sheet of his letterhead. Very good. Other than odd shape quite handsome. Accompanied by a superb vintage sepia-tone heavy stock 5" X 7" matte-finish photograph bearing a preprinted signature and inscription at the bottom -- a head-and-shoulders portrait of a smiling young Brown as he appeared in the 1930s the kind of image sent out by the studios in bulk at the time in response to fan mail. A charming pair. unknown
Bookseller reference : 22859
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PETERS Floyd 1936 2008
Signature
This defensive tackle played with the Cleveland Browns Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Redskins between 1959 and 1970 including three Pro Bowls. Handsome signature in black fineline heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1975 October 27. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 27962
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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 2�" card n.p. n.y. Very good. An attractive example. unknown
Bookseller reference : 22772
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BILLINGS John A. 1891 1981
Signature
Catcher for the Cleveland Indians and St. Louis Browns debuting in 1913. Bold signature in blue ballpoint 5" X 3" card n.p. n.d. Fine old age example. unknown
Bookseller reference : 23103
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PAGEOT Alphonse Joseph Yves ? ?
Autograph Note Signed third person
This French diplomat served as ambassador to the United States in Andrew Jackson's time; he married Mary Lewis daughter of President Jackson's aide Major William Lewis in the first Roman Catholic ceremony ever held in the White House on November 29 1832; Jackson was godfather to their son -- Andrew Jackson Pageot whose baptism was the second Roman Catholic ceremony held in the White House. Third person ANS 1p 4�" X 7�" Washington DC 1846 December 7. Addressed to Mr. Young. Very good. Bit of mild age toning and minor touch of foxing. "Mr. Pageot presents his compliments to Mr. Young & begs leave to remind him of the case of appraisement he submitted to him some time ago also of the collection of the circulars in relation to the Tariff & warehouse uptown which he was good enough to promise to furnish him." Unusual. unknown
Bookseller reference : 29353
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TOBIN John J. "Jack" 1892 1969
Inscription and Signature
This right fielder debuted in 1914 with the St. Louis Terriers until 1915 playing also for the St. Louis Browns 1916 1918-25 and Boston Red Sox 1926-27. Handsome bold "To Jim from Your / Friend / John J. Tobin" in blue ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. n.y. Near fine. A nice later life example. Uncommon. unknown
Bookseller reference : 24765
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MACKO Steve 1954 81
Signature
This Chicago Cubs infielder debuted in 1979 but played only two seasons before succumbing to cancer at age 27. Bold signature in blue ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1981 April 30. Fine. With original envelope. Signed only six months before his tragic young death. Rather scarce. unknown
Bookseller reference : 19194
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MATTHEWS Stanley 1915 2000
Signature
One of Britain's finest soccer stars ever active from 1934 to 1965. Bold signature in black ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1980 October 21. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 19823
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McMURTRY R. Gerald 1906 1988
Typed Letter Signed
American historian director the Louis A. Warren Lincoln Library and Museum from 1956 to 1973 and author of more than 200 articles pamphlets and books about Lincoln. TLS "Gerald" 1p 8�" X 11" Lincoln National Life Foundation letterhead Fort Wayne IN 1968 December 12. Addressed to CARL HAVERLIN 1899-1985 noted Lincoln and Civil War scholar radio pioneer and president of Broadcast Music Inc. BMI. Good. Haverlin's pencilled notes at margin and on verso. Printed solicitation sent to member of the Foundation requesting opinions on a famed Lincoln lithograph "President Lincoln Writing the Proclamation of Freedom Jan. 1 1863" which he wanted to publish in "Lincoln Lore." Writes McMurtry "To some it may appear to be a caricature with an anti-Lincoln slant. To others it may be filled with symbolism and meaning with a pro-Lincoln approach. Can you read from the clutter of the room what this artist was attempting to say" Comes with a printed program 4pp 4�" X 6" Chicago IL 1955 April 14. Civil War Round Table program for McMurtry's lecture "Zollicoffer and the Battle of Mill Springs." Fine. unknown
Bookseller reference : 28693
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WYNN Keenan 1916 86
Signature
The son of comedian Ed "The Perfect Fool" Wynn was himself a versatile character actor adept at comedy "The Absent-Minded Professor" "Herbie Rides Again" as well as drama "Requiem for a Heavyweight" "Nashville". Bold signature dated 1976 October 22 on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. Fine. With original envelope. Comes with an 8" X 10" photograph. unknown
Bookseller reference : 15735
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TALMAGE Robert ? 2002
Signature
This dancer with the Joffrey Ballet became a noted choreographer producer and director. Bold signature and "City Center Joffrey Ballet" in green ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1969 February 1. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 29138
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SCHNEIDER Howie 1930 2007
Signed Postal Cover
This cartoonist artist sculptor and children's book author drew the syndicated "Eek & Meek" strip from 1965 to 2000. Signed Postal Cover 6�" X 3�" cancelled in Washington Crossing Pennsylvania on 15 August 1975. Fine. Single 10-cent American crossed flags stamp at upper right. An enterprising admirer has clipped out and affixed an actual daily "Eek & Meek" strip 6�" X 2�" across the bottom edge of this cover. In this 3-panel strip customer says to bartender "This year marks the start of America's bicentennial celebration" to which the barkeep replies "So" Customer goes on "Remember those brave guys who rowed across the Delaware with George Washington" to which the barkeep again replies "So" Customer replies "So how about one for the rowed" A clever tie-in between the comic strip subject and the postal cancellation. Above the strip at upper left of the cover Schneider signs large and bold in black fineline. Small portion of original transmittal envelope also present. unknown
Bookseller reference : 23935
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BOSWORTH Welles 1868 1966
Typed Letter Signed
The reknowned American Beaux-Arts architect famed for New York City's AT & T Building MIT's Cambridge campus Theodore N. Vail's mansion Morristown NJ and much of the noted Rockefeller family estate Kykuit Tarrytown NY spent much of the 1920s and '30s in France where patron John D. Rockefeller Jr. placed him in charge of the restoration of the Palace of Versailles and Notre-Dame de Reims. TLS 1p 8�" X 9" New York NY 1924 July 2. Addressed to Dr. Samuel W. Stratton president of Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1861-1931 noted University of Chicago physicist who created the Bureau of Standards. Near fine. Just a few years after completing MIT's campus its creator writes to MIT's president "It is a great pleasure to hear from you and to know that you are going to be accessible all summer. I am of course involved just now in clearing up accumulations during my long absence but look forward to an early date when I can come over to Boston to see you." Handsomely signed. Bosworth was an MIT graduate by the way -- class of 1889. A quite uncommon autograph. unknown
Bookseller reference : 28553
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HUTCHESON Ernest 1871 1951
Typed Letter Signed
Australian-born American pianist and composer; famed as a piano student of Liszt Hutcheson became the first dean of the Juilliard School. TLS 1p 8�" X 5�" New York NY 1927 March 18. Addressed to John G. Leiser. Near fine. Advice for this music educator reading in part: "The Piano Department at Chautauqua offers a scholarship though I feel I should tell you that it has in past years been awarded only to very brilliant students." Also comments on their Violin Department. Boldly signed. unknown
Bookseller reference : 20691
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REISZ Karel 1926 2002
Signature
Czech-born English director and producer one of the leading lights in English directing in the 1960s; later moved to the U.S. and achieved success with "The French Lieutenant's Woman" 1981. Large bold signature in black ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1982 April 26. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 21875
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SMITH Ralph Tyler 1915 72
Signature
This Illinois Republican briefly filled the big shoes left vacant by the death of Everett Dirksen 1969-70. Uncommon signature in blue ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. n.d. 1970 March 24. Fine. With original envelope. An uncommon signature especially those written during his brief Senate career. unknown
Bookseller reference : 19094
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CANOVA Judy 1916 83
Signature
This comic actress portrayed yodelling hillbillies in such cornpone classics as "Singin' in the Corn" "Joan of the Ozarks" and "Louisiana Hayride." Signature and date 1972 February 28 in bright pink on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. Very good. Canova's partial pink fingerprint to one side. With original envelope. Comes with an 8" X 10" photograph. unknown
Bookseller reference : 15589
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KNOX James 1914 83
Signature
Archbishop of Melitene appointed 1953 appointed Archbishop of Melbourne in 1967 elevated to Cardinal in 1973. Bold " James Cardinal Knox" in black fountain pen heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1973 April 16. Fine. Signed one month to the day after his official appointment as Cardinal. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 19960
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MARTIN John C. "Jack" 1887 1980
Signature
This shortstop and third baseman debuted in 1912 with the New York Highlanders playing also for the Boston Braves and Philadelphia Phillies before retiring in 1914. Signature in blue ballpoint near top of heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. n.y. Very good. unknown
Bookseller reference : 29253
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TRACY Arthur 1903 97
Inscription and signature
This popular radio show singer made several films "The Big Broadcast" 1932 and "The Street Singer" 1937 that were especially popular in England. Inscription and signature and "The Street Singer" dated 1988 September 8 on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. Fine. Also comes with a 3" X 6" photocopy of a portrait of a young Tracy boldly signed. With original envelope partly addressed by Tracy. unknown
Bookseller reference : 14204
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MAGALLENES Nicholas 1922 77
Signature
Principal dancer with the New York City Ballet. Bold sloppy signature heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1967 June 20. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 23009
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DOVE Billie 1900 97
Inscribed Photograph Signed
Silent film star of the 1920s. IPS 8" X 10�" archivally tipped to larger acid-free art board n.p. n.d. Near fine. Book photograph of a glamorous Dove at the height of her fame inscribed "Best wishes / to Terry -- / Billie Dove." unknown
Bookseller reference : 15602
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KUHN Bowie 1926 2007
Signature
Reknowned sports administrator whose two decades as legal counsel for Major League Baseball precede his appointment as the fifth baseball commissioner 1969-84. Bold signature in black fineline heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1988 December 7. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 26683
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THORNDIKE Sybil 1882 1976
Signature and Inscription
This British stage actress -- most famous for Shaw's "Saint Joan" -- also made a number of films among them "Nicholas Nickleby" and "Alive and Kicking." Signature and inscription dated 1970 July 13 on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 19128
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SCOURBY Alexander 1913 85
Signature
Primarily a character actor of the stage Scourby appeared in a few films such as "Giant" 1956. Bold signature and date 1972 February 27 on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 29258
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SLANIA Czeslaw 1921 2005
Signed First Day Cover
Possibly the most famous and certainly the most prolific postage stamp and banknote designer and engraver of all time with more than 1000 stamps to his credit this Polish-born Swedish artist accomplished his first postage stamp for Poland in 1951; in 1959 he began designing stamps for Sweden and numerous other countries. Signed First Day Cover 6�" X 3�" cancelled in Philadelphia Pennsylvania on 1983 March 24 and with "First Day of Issue" boldly stamped -- AND below this cancelled in Stockholm Sweden on the same date! Single 20-cent "Treaty of Amity and Commerce Between U.S. and Sweden 1783" at upper right and nearly-identical Swedish version of same stamp below. Fine. Cachet at left features a head-and-shoulders portrait of Slania with printed caption beneath which identifies this stamp as "His First U.S. Postal Issue." Just below his portrait Slania signs boldly in silver ink. Very uncommon. unknown
Bookseller reference : 25309
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WASHBOURNE Mona 1903 88
Signature
British stage character actress who appears in "My Fair Lady" and other films. Lovely signature and date 1970 November 28 on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 19139
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WINTER William 1836 1917
Autograph Quotation Signed
The dean of American drama critics appeared in the "New York Tribune" from 1865 to 1909 and published numerous volumes of essays stage history verse and critical studies. AQS 1p 7�" X 5" n.p. 1892. Very good. Minor age toning; mounting traces on verso. Four-line tribute to Shakespeare: "Sweet bell of Stratford tolling slow / In summer gleaming's golden glow / I hear and feel this voice divine / And all my soul responds to thine." In his usual light purple ink. To the right of this quatrain is a black wax seal whose impression is faint and whose significance warrants research. An attractive unusual piece. unknown
Bookseller reference : 14236
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BLACKBURN Foster E. "Charlie" 1895 1984
Signature
This pitcher debuted with the Kansas City Packers in 1915 and also played for the Chicago White Sox in 1921. Full signature "Foster E. Blackburn / 'Charlie'" in blue ballpoint and in another hand the date 1983 July 15 and credentials "Pitcher -- Kansas City 1914-15 / -- White Socks 1921 / Semi pro though at Chicago land / until about 1936" heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. Near fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 29326
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