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LEDERER Francis 1906 96
Typed Note Signed
Czech-born leading man famed for "Pandora's Box" in Germany 1928 and a handful of Hollywood films such as "Confessions of a Nazi Spy" 1939 and "The Bridge of San Luis Rey" 1944. TNS 1p 6" X 9" Canoga Park CA 1983 June 28. Addressed to Richard C. Laade. Fine. Gracious note of thanks to an admirer. With original envelope. Accompanied by a superb vintage 8" X 10" sepia-tone portrait of a young Lederer bearing a lengthy albeit rubber-stamped! inscription and signature "Please believe me that I deeply appreciate your interest". unknown
Bookseller reference : 17971
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AUTRY Gene 1907 98
Inscribed Photograph Signed
Known as "The Singing Cowboy" this Western star appeared in dozens of films between 1934 and 1954; turning his attention to baseball he became successful owner of the California Angels. IPS 10" X 8" n.p. n.d. ca. 1960. Very good. Small pinholes and light tape stain at each corner else attractive overall. Handsome glossy pose showing a seated Autry strumming his guitar in ten-gallon hat and typical Western garb inscribed large and bold in black fountain pen in a light area at upper right "To Donald Burnell / With my best / wishes / Gene Autry." Ever-so-slight smudge to the "D" in "Donald." Quite attractive. unknown
Bookseller reference : 17557
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TRACY Arthur 1903 97
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 : 15719
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JAGIELSKI Harry E. 1931 93
Signature
American football player -- offensive lineman with the Washington Redskins and Chicago Cardinals under the NFL and Boston Patriots and Oakland Raiders under the AFL. Large bold signature in blue ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1979 July 9. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 26176
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COLBATH Walter N. ? 1986
Signature
NCAA springboard diving champion 1927-29. Signature heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1985 December 24. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 19367
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GARRISON Mabel 1886 1963
Inscribed Photograph Signed
Metropolitan Opera prima donna who sopranoed there for many seasons. Wonderful IPS 8" X 10" n.p. n.d. dated 1926 on verso in another hand. Near fine. Superb sepia tone head-and-shoulders portrait of the smiling soprano inscribed big and bold "To Mr. John Leiser / with best wishes from / Mabel Garrison." A choice example. unknown
Bookseller reference : 15825
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McHUGH Frank 1898 1981
Signature / Unsigned Photograph
Prolific character actor famous for his surprised look; second only to Pat O'Brien in the number of Irish-American roles he played; his 150-plus films include "Going My Way" "Little Caesar" and "State Fair." Large signature dated 1975 June 23 on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. Fine. With original envelope. Comes with an 8" X 10" photograph. unknown
Bookseller reference : 23160
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RABUT Paul 1914 83
Signed First Day Cover
American artist and illustrator known for tropical and Native American scenes. Signed First Day Cover 6�" X 3�" cancelled in New York New York on 1970 May 6 and with "First Day of Issue" boldly stamped. Single Rabut-designed 6-cent "Haida Ceremonial Canoe" stamp at upper right. Fine. No decorative cachet at left; no distracting recipient's name/address. At lower right in blue ballpoint Rabut signs bold and handsome. unknown
Bookseller reference : 25847
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HENREID Paul 1908 92
Photograph Signed
This Austrian-born film star appeared in such classics as "Casablanca" "Night Train to Munich" and "Goodbye Mr. Chips." PS 8�" X 6�" archivally tipped to a larger acid-free matte board n.p. n.d. Fine. Book photograph a flat finish scene from "Now Voyager" 1942 showing Henreid with Bette Davis boldly signed. Somewhat scarce. unknown
Bookseller reference : 15633
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FRITSCH Toni 1945 2005
Signature
This Austrian soccer star with championship-winning Rapid Vienna 1964 1967 and 1968 startled the soccer world be joining the NFL becoming a place kicker in 1972 with the Dallas Cowboys who won the Super Bowl that year and several other NFL teams; his NFL record of having kicked a field goal in 13 straight playoff games has yet to be beaten. Bold large signature in blue ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. n.d. postal cancellation 1977 October 19. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 18300
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THOMPSON Jeoff
Karate: The Pursuit of Excellence
New York: Gallery Books 1989. Hardcover. 4to. Black cloth dust jacket. 140pp. Color frontispiece numerous illustrations many color. Near fine/near fine. First U.S. edition signed by Thompson and dated April 1989 on the half-title page. Gallery Books hardcover
Bookseller reference : 29825
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WILLIAMS George H. 1820 1910
Signature and Inscription
Though nominated for chief justice of the U.S. Supreme Court in 1873 an irregularity regarding election fraud kept this Territory of Oregon chief justice Grant's attorney general 1871-75 and Oregon senator 1865-71 from taking that office; ironically it was he and Lew Wallace who in 1876 examined the controversial Florida presidential vote siding with Hayes. Bold "Geo H Williams / Atty Genl / Sept 5th 1874" in brown fountain pen heavy stock 3�" X 2" n.d. Near fine. Mounting traces on verso. unknown
Bookseller reference : 19318
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DANIELS Paul C. 1903 86
Signed First Day Cover
American career diplomat: named U.S. Vice Consul at Valparaiso in 1929 U.S. ambassador to Honduras in 1947 and ambassador to Ecuador in 1951. Signed First Day Cover 6�" X 3�" cancelled at Washington DC on June 23 1971 and with "First Day of Issue" noted. Near fine. Single 8-cent "Antarctic Treaty 1961-1971" stamp at upper right. No decorative cachet at left; no distracting recipient's name/address -- but Daniels signs boldly in blue ballpoint near the "sweet spot." Small portion of original transmittal envelope present. Daniels served as chief U.S. delegate at this important conference. unknown
Bookseller reference : 21393
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WADE SMITH Catherine ? ?
Inscribed Photograph Signed
Popular American violinist of the 1920 and the 1925 Naumburg award winner. IPS 8" X 10" n.p. n.y. dated 1927 on verso in another hand. Near fine. A superb dramatic dark sepia-tone head-and-shoulders portrait G. Maillard Kesslere. A stunning portrait by the great Broadway portrait photographer 1894-1979 showing a young Wade-Smith in a simple dark dress with left hand clutching the neck of her violin gazing strangely off to the viewer's left. At lower right mostly in a light portion she boldly inscribes and signs in black fountain pen: "To John Leiser / with best wishes / Catherine Wade-Smith." Several letters are on darker areas but overall the contrast is quite good. Leiser was a Chicago musician who founded a music school. An uncommon autograph accomplished at the height of her fame on a smashing portrait. unknown
Bookseller reference : 25036
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VANDE WEGHE Albert 1916 2002
Signature
This American swimmer held many world swim records and won silver at the 1936 Olympics in Berlin in the 100-meter backstroke; inducted into the International Swimming Hall of Fame in 1990. Bold attractive signature in blue ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1982 December 7. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 21979
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ROCCA Lodovico 1895 1986
Autograph Letter Signed
Italian composer director of the Turin Conservatory 1940-66 studied under composer Giacomo Orefice and composed operas in the post-Romantic "verismo" or realistic tradition that include his popular "Monte Ivnor" as well as "Morte di Frine" "In Terra di Leggenda" and "Il Dibuk." ALS in Italian 2pp heavy stock 5�" X 4�" card Torino Italy 1929 February 8. Near fine. On a black-bordered "Corso Valentino" correspondence card. unknown
Bookseller reference : 20225
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OLIVER H. Edward "Ed" 1917 2005
Signed Postal Cover
This American artist "went native" in 1969 retreating to the Cayman Islands. Signed Postal Cover 6�" X 3�" n.p. n.y. Single 4-cent "Camp Fire Girls 1910-1960" stamp at upper right. Fine. NOT a First Day Cover but a mint example of this Oliver-designed stamp affixed to a blank cover -- which Oliver has signed in bold blue ink at lower left adding "designer" after. unknown
Bookseller reference : 25840
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MROSEK Gust ? ?
Photograph Signed
American maker of miniatures. PS 5�" X 3�" n.p. 1933 September 12. Near fine. Handsome black and white picture postcard captioned "Ulm Cathedral / Miniature Model / Hall of Religion - A Century of Progress - Chicago." Card was neither stamped nor canceled; address portion is blank. A description at the top of the message portion tells Mrosek's tale. After giving some details on the famous cathedral in Wuertenberg Germany it gives the vital stats of Mrosek's creation: It "is hand carved from maple and holly wood. It contains 4300 pieces fitted together. It is 9 feet high 8 feet long 40 inches wide equipped with lights art glass windows and chimes. Seven years of painstaking labor were devoted." Below this Mrosek signs and dates it. A superb example of the miniature maker's art and an unusual Century of Progress artifact. unknown
Bookseller reference : 21788
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EVARTS William M. 1818 1901
Signature
This powerful New York senator 1885-91 also served as U.S. attorney general 1868-69 and secretary of state 1877-81; he served as chief defense counsel in President Johnson's impeachment proceedings and as president of the New York City bar association spearheaded a reform movement in response to the "Tweed Ring" scandal. Bold signature and "President" lined 3" X 1" slip n.p. n.d. dated 1877 in pencil on verso which fits with his 1870-80 bar association presidency. Very good. unknown
Bookseller reference : 27918
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PEALE Norman Vincent 1898 1993 and PEALE Ruth Stafford 1907 2008
Signature / Signature
Popular American clergyman author of "The Power of Positive Thinking" 1952 and other bestsellers and his co-author wife. Pair of signatures dated 1980 July 1 and 1980 July 4 on a pair of special heavy stock 5" X 3" cards n.p. New York NY. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 25757
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CUTSHAW George W. 1887 1973
Signature
Early Brooklyn Dodgers second baseman debut 1912. Three months before his death Cutshaw signs this unlined 5" X 3" card dating it 1973 May 27 n.p. Fine. Accompanied by a 1973 3�" X 5" print of an early photograph of Cutshaw at bat in his Brooklyn Nationals uniform. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 15227
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GRUENTHER Alfred M. 1899 1983
Printed Document Signed / Unsigned Photograph
American army officer the youngest 4-star general in U.S. history; supreme military commander of NATO 1953-56. Printed DS 1p heavy stock 5�" X 8�" Paris France 1952 January 22. Fine. Finely printed commemorative sheet: Within a green decorative border of laurel leaves appears the title "Supreme Headquarters / Allied Powers Europe / Paris France" acronym SHAPE in black; beneath this is the shield or emblem of this organization a green crest and within this in gold are crossed swords and laurel leaves and scroll bearing the Latin motto "Vigilia Pretium Libertatis." Below this is a paragraph of text explaining "The SHAPE Insignia" -- and below this within the laurel border the general boldly signs in black fountain pen: "Alfred M. Gruenther / General US Army / Chief of Staff Shape / Paris Jan 22 1952." Quite an attractive and appropriate souvenir piece signed at the height of his fame. Accompanied by a superb original black-and-white 1956 news agency glossy photograph International News Photo 7" X 9�". Printed text along right margin reads "Shown is Alfred M. Gruenther Supreme Commander of NATO Forces in Europe as he arrived her sic to address a worlds affairs luncheon today. Gen. Gruenther said 'Soviet aggression still is a threat to Europe but could be stopped by present NATO forces'." Gruenther is shown half-length in full uniform arriving in Los Angeles. A scarce and desireable vintage photograph. unknown
Bookseller reference : 27431
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WILSON Harold Baron of Rievaulx 1916 95
Signature
This English politician led the Labour Party for many years twice serving as the United Kingdom's prime minister 1964-70 1974-76. Bold and handsome "Wilson of Rievaulx" heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1987 July 17. Fine. With original envelope addressed in his hand. unknown
Bookseller reference : 26871
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ZINN Jimmy 1897 1991
Signature / Autograph Note unsigned
Pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates Cleveland Indians and Philadelphia Athletics debuting in 1919. Handsome signature 5" X 3" card n.p. 1975 April 11. Fine. Comes with an unsigned AN on the verso of a collector's letter 1p 8�" X 3�" n.p. n.d. Addressed to Richard. Fine. In part: "Arch Ward one of the Sports World's Greatest -- gave out with a quote -- when the Pittsburgh Manager announced my name as the Relief Pitcher -- 'Well thank Goodness for a name we can use in the box score without having to figure out some sort of an abbreviation. And it was men like Arch Ward who made Baseball the Institution it is to-day. You may quote me." Zinn inscribes and signs the collector's note on the other side. With original envelope. Nice commentary on the legendary sports writer by this early player. unknown
Bookseller reference : 22707
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BELLAMY Ralph 1904 91
Photograph Signed
Mild-mannered leading man of countless films from the 1930s and '40s later a fine character actor active into the 1980s. PS 8�" X 6�" n.p. n.d. Near fine. Glossy scene from the 1960 film version of the 1958 play for which Bellamy won his only Tony "Sunrise at Campobello" showing him as FDR with Greer Garson as Eleanor and HUME CRONYN 1911-2003 as Louis Howe. Bellamy and Cronyn each sign beneath their likeness. unknown
Bookseller reference : 15573
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RABUT Paul 1914 83
Signed First Day Cover
American artist and illustrator known for tropical and Native American scenes. Signed First Day Cover 6�" X 3�" cancelled in Honaunau Hawaii on 1972 May 3 and with "First Day of Issue" boldly stamped. Single 11-cent "City of Refuge -- Hawaii" stamp at upper right. Fine. At lower right in blue fineline Rabut signs small but bold adding "Designer." Interestingly two of the persons responsible for creating the carved figure depicted on the stamp have also signed: JACOB LINDBERG-HANSEN who signs at upper left in black fineline adding his Hawaiian name: "Kimolaui haukaua Koi" and VIRGINIA C. BICKERDYKE who signs at lower left in blue fountain pen adding "Carver". Accompanied by a small Autograph Note Signed from Lindberg-Hansen 2pp heavy stock 6�" X 3�" card n.p. n.y. Signs with his Hawaiian name and gives names of Hawaiian master carver and demonstrator "one of the last pure Hawaiians." Transmittal envelope also present. unknown
Bookseller reference : 25224
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ADAMS Andy 1859 1935
Typed Note Signed
One of the few bona fide cowboys to take pen in hand and write of cowboy life this rancher authored the classic 1903 "Log of a Cowboy" described by J. Frank Dobie thusly: "If all other books on trail driving were destroyed a reader could still get a just and authentic conception of trail men trail work range cattle cowhorses and the cow country in general from The Log of a Cowboy"; his other titles include "Cowman" "Texas Matchmaker" "Cattle Brands" and others. Uncommon TNS 1p 8" X 4�" lightly tipped to slightly larger sheet Colorado Springs CO 1925 February 20. Very good. On letterhead that titles him "Western Correspondent" and lists several of his books the cowboy sends his signature "to the boys and girls of Grimes' School Burlington Iowa." unknown
Bookseller reference : 15320
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LASLEY Bill 1902 90
Signature
Relief pitcher who debuted and retired from the St. Louis Browns in 1924. Bold signature and "St Louis Browns 1924-5" in red ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. n.y. Near fine. Superb example. unknown
Bookseller reference : 29252
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BAIN H. Foster 1871 1948
Autograph Letter Signed
The internationally reknowned geologist and mining engineer authored numerous books "Alaska's Minerals as a Basis for Industry" "More Recent Cyanide Practice" "Ores & Industry in the Far East"; he served as first chief of the Illinois State Geological Survey and as director of the United States Bureau of Mines. ALS 1p 8�" X 11" Columbus OH 1944 March 28. Addressed to J. Robert Van Pelt of the American Institute of Mining Engineers. Near fine. Smudge at upper right corner not affecting text. On letterhead of "Battelle Memorial Institute" Bain arranges a date "to meet with the Chicago section once more. In these war times it is not always possible to keep appointments made so far ahead. As for title for the talk how would this do 'The Place of Philippine Mines in the Far Eastern Future' or 'Ores and Industry in the Philippines' or 'One Mining Man's experiences in the Philippines in War time'." Bold and attractive. It was while in the Philippines that Bain died. A handsome example. unknown
Bookseller reference : 20891
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BURDINO Andre 1891 1987
Typed Letter Signed
Popular French operatic tenor. TLS in French 1p 8�" X 11" Paris France 1967 January 16. Addressed to Irving Schwerke 1893-1975 American pianist and music critic. Near fine. Not translated but a chatty letter to his old American friend who was an expatriate in the 1920s and '30s but had repatriated to Wisconsin by this time -- mentions what he's doing. being in excellent health at age 75. having three children ages 18 16 and 14 etc. With original envelope addressed in Burdino's hand. unknown
Bookseller reference : 27452
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ARENDS Leslie C. 1895 1985
Typed Letter Signed
Illinois representative 1934-74 who served as House minority whip for a record thirty years. TLS 1p 8" X 10�" Washington DC 1965 May 25. Addressed to Kenneth N. Anglemire. Very good. Regrets he cannot be away from Congress mid-week to attend Illinois Day at the New York World's Fair. Comes with an 8�" X 7" news agency photograph of 1947 showing Arends posing with several other Congressmen. unknown
Bookseller reference : 28648
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SONDERGAARD Gale 1899 1985
Inscribed Photograph Signed
No one could play sinister like this character actress who was the first ever to win an Oscar for best supporting actress in 1937 for "Anthony Adverse". IPS 5" X 4" n.p. n.d. Fine. Glossy closeup of an uncharacteristically smiling Sondergaard inscribed boldly but in a rather dark area "Greet- / ings to / Terry / Gale Sondergaard." Very handsome overall. unknown
Bookseller reference : 23005
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GALAN August "Augie" 1912 93
Signature
Outfielder for the Chicago Cubs and Brooklyn Dodgers debuting in 1934. Bold handsome signature in blue ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1973 April 21. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 19166
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SNOW Hank 1914 99
Signature
Popular country singer known as "The Singing Ranger" composer of the 1950 smash hit "I'm Movin' On"; a fixture at the Grand Ole Opry for half a century he was elected to the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1979. Large signature heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1984 September 10. Very good. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 18565
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BOGGS Phil 1949 90
Signature
The American diving champion won a gold medal at the 1976 Olympics for springboard diving. Signature heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1984 September 1. Fine. With original envelope partly addressed in Boggs' hand. unknown
Bookseller reference : 19255
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BUNDESEN Herman N. 1881 1960
Typed Letter Signed
Noted Chicago medical figure -- as Chicago's long-time coroner was the chief investigator into the St. Valentine's Day massacre February 14 1929 and was on the scene within a half hour of the slaughter; he later served as the president of the Chicago Board of Health. TLS 1p 8�" X 11" Chicago IL 1958 January 14. Addressed to Warren A. Reeder. Near fine. On Board of Health letterhead Bundesen declines an invitation to speak before the Hammond Indiana Board of Realtors: ".we are so short of personnel in the Department and I have so many commitments due to the pressure of time I will have to deprive myself of this privilege." Large full signature in blue ballpoint. Rather uncommon. unknown
Bookseller reference : 19983
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ZITZMANN William A. "Billy" 1895 1985
Signature
This outfielder debuted with the Pittsburgh Pirates in 1919 then played for the Cincinnati Reds for the next decade until retiring in 1929. Bold signature in blue ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. n.y. ca. 1970. Fine. Handsome example. unknown
Bookseller reference : 24560
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SADOWSKI Ted 1936 93
Signature
This pitcher debuted with the Washington Senators in 1960 retiring from the Minnesota Twins in 1962. Bold small signature in blue ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1986 May 7. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 19728
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JERITZA Maria 1887 1984
Photograph Signed
The Austrian-born soprano starred in New York Metropolitan operas and operattas from 1921 to 1932 including their first production of "Turandot"; she is noted particularly for her roles in "Tosca" and "Carmen." PS 3" X 5�" n.p. New York NY n.y. 1925 January 27. Fine. Picture postcard a stunning sepia-tone full-length portrait of Jeritza in flowing gown signed boldly across her midsection in black fountain pen. Verso address and message portion blank. With original envelope. Superb piece from the height of her fame. unknown
Bookseller reference : 26008
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AIKEN George D. 1892 1984
Signature / Unsigned Photograph
Vermont governor and senator 1941-75 a leader in legislation that created the St. Lawrence Seaway. Bold signature on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1969 July 9 in type. Fine. Accompanied by a superb and scarce vintage glossy 7" X 9" news agency photograph International News Photo. Near fine. This candid informal closeup of 21 March 1956 shows the senator in suit bow tie and overcoat tipping his hat. The still-attached mimeographed text printed on cheap newsprint stock and usually absent but here in very good condition captions this image "After White House Parley on Farm Bill" and reads in part: "Senator George D. Aiken Vermont Republican the administration's farm leader in the Senate is shown leaving the White House after attending a Republican legislative leaders' meeting yesterday." A desireable vintage image. unknown
Bookseller reference : 19097
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TOLOS Chris 1929 2005
Inscribed Photograph Signed
Together with younger brother John this Canadian wrestler formed a tag team presented as "The Greek Wrecking Crew" or "The Golden Greeks" popular in the U.S. throughout the 1950s and '60s. IPS 8" X 10" n.p. n.y. ca. 1960. Very good. Minor tape stain and staple hole at each corner. Interesting glossy full-length portrait of a young serious Tolos wearing full-length robe. Inscribed large and bold in blue at upper right: "Best Wishes / To Donald / From Chris / Tolos." Very handsome and an unusual pose. unknown
Bookseller reference : 20458
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MITCHISON Naomi 1897 1999
Signature
Versatile Scottish author of numerous works of historical fiction that brilliantly recreates ancient Greece and the Middle East "Black Sparta" etc.; she also authored children's books and more. Signature heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1980 March 25. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 18932
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SIMON Scott
Home and Away: Memoir of a Fan
New York: Hyperion 2000. Hardcover. Small 4to. Black cloth spine and black paper over boards dust jacket. x 364pp. Near fine/near fine. First edition of the NPR's "Weekend Edition" host and journalist's memoir of his many sports and other enthusiasms. Simon has filled the title page with a nifty self-caricature of himself in a basketball uniform jersey #23 arm extended holding a basketball and below this an incription: "To Joanna: / With best wishes for / a Scarlet Hose revival -- / from your / fan -- / Scott." Hyperion hardcover
Bookseller reference : 14314
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GROBE Charles 1817 80
Autograph Note Signed
German-born American pianist and prolific composer of popular piano pieces such as "Farewell." ANS 1p 7 3/4" X 5" Wilmington DE 1864 July 25. Addressed to "Friend Hagen" Theodore Hagen 1823-71 music writer and editor of "Musical Gazette". Near fine. Orders "2 Mozart Sonatas Vol. I & II. 1 Beethoven do. Vol. I & II." Unusual. unknown
Bookseller reference : 14322
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TARDIEU Andre 1876 1945
Signature
This influential and versatile French politician 1926 minister of transportation 1928 minister of interior 1931 minister of agriculture 1932 minister of war 1934 minister of state served three times as prime minister 1929-30 1930 1932; after military service in World War Two he entered politics and became Georges Clemenceau's lieutenant at the Paris Peace Conference. Signature with ten others 1p 5�" X 8�" on board the ship "Lorrain" n.y. likely 1917. Near fine. Faint even age toning. On letterhead of "Le Commissaire General auz Affaires de Guerre Franco-Americaines" Commissioner General for Franco-American War Cooperation Tardie dates it as upper right "November 17th" adding "on board Lorrain" beneath and then signing large and bold at center near the top. Below him in two rows ten other diplomatic officials also sign. Among them are Louis Aubert Tardieu's secretary in Washington. Others include D. Rimond E.J. Requin R. Pillet Rene Lebonce and five others. Below these at lower left is a fine impression of a french official seal boldly impressed in dark brown wax. Accompanied by a Typed Letter Signed from an assistant secretary "D.R. Caruth" at the Department of State 2pp 8" X 10�" Washington DC 1928 April 21. Recipient's name/address snipped out. on "Department of State" letterhead this official discusses Tardieu. In part: ".Mr. Andre Tardieu French High Commissioner to the United States arrived in Washington on May 17 1917 accompanied by the following French officials. After the French High Commission was fulle organized there were upwards of eight hundred persons connected with it the personnel changing from time to time. It is noted that Mr. Louis Aubert Mr. R. Pillet and Mr. E.J. Requin were connected with the Commission and while the names of Mr. Lebonce and Mr. Rimond do not appear on the Department's records the absence does not mean that they were at no time connected with that organization." Interesting background information apparently part of an early attempt to research this Tardieu document. In any case an intriguing shipboard-signed piece from the future prime minister and a diplomatic delegation. Most unusual. unknown
Bookseller reference : 27800
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TAYLOR Ernie ? 1985
Signature
British forward with Newcastle United Blackpool Manchester University and England. Bold signature in blue ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1982 April 14. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 19896
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CARNEVALE Bernard L. "Ben" 1915 2008
Signature
North Carolina University's basketball coach 1944-46 and Navy's coach 1947-67 was himself member of the 1935 national championship team while at New York University; athletic director New York University 1966-72 and William & Mary 1972-92; elected to the Basketball Hall of Fame in 1970. Full handsome signature in blue ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1977 March 21. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 26067
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OLIVIER Laurence 1907 89
Inscribed Photograph Signed
The English-speaking world's most revered actor star of screen and legitimate stage for several decades; films include "Rebecca" "Richard III" "Spartacus" "Henry V" "Hamlet" and many more. IPS 10" X 8" n.p. n.d. Fine. Glossy modern print of an unidentified film scene depicting a young pajama-clad Olivier on hands and knees on a mattress on the floor of a living room gazing maniacally at the viewer. Boldly inscribed in later years "To Terry / all good / from / Laurence Olivier." unknown
Bookseller reference : 14888
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HAYES Jackie 1906 83
Signature
Second baseman with the Chicago White Sox and Washington Senators. Uncommon sloppy signature dated 1973 July 20 in another hand on a special heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. Fine. With an ANS from one Alice Hayes wife or daughter noting: "'Jackie' Hayes has been blind since 1943" hence the irregular signature. Original envelope present. unknown
Bookseller reference : 18392
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WRIGHT Robert C. 1891 1993
Signature
This pitcher debuted in 1915 with the Chicago Cubs. Large but tremous old-age "R.C. Wright" heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1987 April 28. Fine. With original envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 16488
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