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FISHBEIN, Morris (1889-1976)
Typed Note Signed
This American physician became high profile and influential even appearing on the front cover of "Time" magazine in 1937 as editor of the powerful "Journal of the American Medical Association" from 1924 to 1950 by exposing medical foibles and quackery in popular layman books such as "The Medical Follies" 1925 "The New Medical Follies" 1927 "Fads and Quackery in Healing" 1932 and by founding "Medical World News" in 1961. TNS 1p 8½" X 11" Chicago IL 24 May 1965. Addressed to Kenneth M. Anglemire president of "Who's Who in America." Near fine. On his personal letterhead Fishbein thanks this notable Chicago businessman who was involved in arranging an "Illinois Day" at the New York World's Fair for "your telegram of May 21. I do wish I could be present in New York to participate in the observation of Illinois Day on June 16. Unfortunately I will be in the East only until June 14 after which I simply must return to Chicago." Signed boldly in full in his typical green fineline. Accompanied by a pair of 6" X 8½" book photographs of Fishbein. unknown
Bookseller reference : 40987
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MARTIN, Lillien Jane (1851-1943)
Signature
One of the very first female American psychologists Martin was denied admission by the University of Bonn because of her sex they bestowed an honorary degree on her later; she authored a dozen books "Salvaging Old Age" 1930 "Sweeping the Cobwebs" 1933 etc. taught at Stanford University and headed a mental health clinic in San Francisco that pioneered the treatment of the elderly and children. Large bold full signature in black ink on a heavy stock 5½" X 3¼" penny postcard n.p. n.y. postal cancellation from San Francisco on 31 January 1934. Addressed to Arnold F. Gates 19143-93 noted Lincoln and Civil War scholar. Near fine. Faintly age toned. A seldom seen signature. unknown
Bookseller reference : 40989
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De CORDOVA, Fred (1910-2001)
Typed Note Signed
This American stage and motion picture producer and director worked with everyone from Humphrey Bogart and Ronald Reagan to Audie Murphy and Rock Hudson but it's for producing and directing television's "The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson" 1970-92 that he will always be remembered -- and which earned him five Emmy Awards. TNS 1p 7¼" X 10½" Burbank CA 3 February 1987. Addressed to a Chiago publisher. Near fine. Pencilled editorial notes at upper right. Cordial note on his "Carson Tonight Inc." letterhead to this Chicago Publisher who had just published Chicago Bears coach Mike Ditka's autobiography "Yes indeed we were happy with Mr. Ditka's appearance informing him that "Michael Korda of Simon & Schuster made a deal with me some time ago and 'Johnny Came Lately' should be in the stores in about six months." Boldly signed in blue ballpoint. unknown
Bookseller reference : 41010
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ATTENBOROUGH, Richard (1923-2014)
Inscribed Photograph Signed
This distinguished knighted British actor has appeared in numerous fine films over the past half century -- "The Great Escape" "The Flight of the Phoenix" and "Jurassic Park" among them -- and has directed and produced others. Color IPS 10" X 8" n.p. n.y. Fine. Matte finish lobby card for Attenborough's 1982 film "Gandhi" which he produced and directed depicting a large open square with monument in background and limousine in foreground Ben Kingsley as Gandhi climbing the steps at left foreground. In a light area at lower right Attenborough signs large and bold in black fineline. Though Attenborough doesn't appear in this still scene this film was one of his greatest successes sweeping the Academy Awards that year and earning him an Oscar for best director. Most unusual. unknown
Bookseller reference : 41050
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GROSHANS, Werner (1913-86)
Typed Letter Signed
This German-born American painter once worked for the Works Progress Administration WPA and developed a realistic wholesome yet disquieting style that earned him comparisons with Grant Wood and Salvador Dali. TLS 1p 8½" X 11" n.p. 1968 August 17. Addressed to Marshall E. Bean. Near fine. Cordial note to an educator and admirer reading in part: "I do not have any drawings or sketches available right now but am sending you a book which has a reproduction of one of my paintings on the cover. On page 20 I have expressed some of my views on art. You certainly are doing a service working with retired children." Boldly signed in full in blue ballpoint. Unusual. unknown
Bookseller reference : 34138
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PUTNAM, Tracy (1894-1975)
Inscribed Photograph Signed
This physician neurologist and researcher is best known for co-discovering the use of Dilantin for treating epilepsy together with H. Houston Merritt in 1938; he also did pioneering research on multiple sclerosis in the 1930s being one of the first to suggest a vascular cause. IPS 8" X 10" n.p. 1969 July 24. Near fine. Handsome half-length black-and-white glossy formal portrait of an older Putnam in suit and tie boldly signed and inscribed in a black fineline in a light area at upper left: "With regards / Tracy Putnam / July 24 / 1969." Accompanied by a secretarially-signed TNS 1p 7¼" X 10 3/4" Beverly Hills CA 1969 July 7. Addressed to Marshall E. Bean. Fine. Cordial note thanking an admiring educator remarking: "I have worked long in the same field as you and feel it is well worthwhile." Autograph material of this interesting medical figure is surprisingly scarce. unknown
Bookseller reference : 34127
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CARRADINE, David (1936-2009)
Photograph Signed
The son of actor John Carradine and sibling of other actors was a prolific stage television and film actor but will always be most remembered as the character Caine in the 1970 television series "Kung Fu" and for his accidental death by autoerotic asphyxiation in Thailand; notable film appearances include "Bound for Glory" "Kill Bill: Volume 1" and "Kill Bill: Volume 2." PS 10" X 8" n.p. n.y. Near fine. Still scene from the 1982 horror film "Q" featuring Carradine Michael Moriarty and Richard Roundtree signed boldly by Carradine in black fineline in a light area. Nice example. unknown
Bookseller reference : 34141
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ROGERS, William P (1913-2001)
Photograph Signed
This attorney and politician succeeded Herbert Brownell Jr. as attorney general under President Eisenhower in 1957 serving until 1961; in 1969 he became President Nixon's secretary of state serving until 1973 when Henry Kissinger took over. PS heavy stock 8" X 10" n.p. n.y. Near fine. Handsome matte finish head-and-shoulders soft-focus portrait of Rogers circa 1970 signed boldly by him in black ink on the blank lower margin. A choice image from the height of his career. unknown
Bookseller reference : 34572
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STANS, Maurice H (1908-98)
Photograph Signed
This Accounting Hall of Famer inducted 1960 was a civil servant who served as director of the Bureau of the Budget 1958-61 and as President Nixon's secretary of commerce 1969-72 resigning to head Nixon's re-election campaign which bore the unfortunate acronym CREEP in which capacity he got caught up in the Watergate affair. PS heavy stock 8" X 10" n.p. n.y. Fine. Superb matte finish head-and-shoulders portrait circa 1970 signed handsomely by Stand in blue ink on the blank lower margin. A choice example. unknown
Bookseller reference : 34573
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WALDHEIM, Kurt (1918-
Color Photograph Signed
This Austrian politician and diplomat succeeded U Thant and became the fourth Secretary-General of the United Nations in 1972 serving until 1981; in 1986 he was elected the ninth president of Austria serving until 1992 although allegations attempting to implicate him in Nazi war crimes on the Eastern front plagued his later years. Color PS 4" X 6" n.p. Vienna Austria n.y. December 1987. Fine. Handsome head and shoulders portrait in later years signed boldly in black fineline on the blank lower margin. With TLS dated 1987 December 3 from assistant transmitting photograph. unknown
Bookseller reference : 34584
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WOODRING, Harry H (1890-1967)
Typed Note Signed / Unsigned Photograph
This Democratic politician was elected governor of Kansas 1931-33 before being appointed Assistant Secretary of War by FDR in 1933 a position he held until 1936 when he was appointed Secretary of War serving that post until 1940. TNS 1p 7" X 9" Washington DC 1933 June 15. Addressed to Louis Thuringer. Very good. On "The Assistant Secretary of War" letterhead the newly-appointed Woodring notes "I am pleased to add my autograph to your collection" signing large and bold. Accompanied by a superb and scarce original 8½" X 6" black-and-white news agency International News Photo glossy photograph. Printed text neatly affixed to verso titles the scene "Lindy and Anne Guests of Secretary of War" and dated 10 March 1934 it describes this group scene: Colonel Lindbergh was invited to Washington by Secretary of War George Dern to discuss Army aviation the conference was still in progress behind closed doors at noon but it was 'recessed' for luncheon at the home of Secretary Dern with Mrs. Lindbergh accompanying her husband to meet Mrs. Dern." Among the eleven guests standing for this informal portrait is Woodring his wife and Douglas MacArthur. A quite scarce photograph contemporaneous with this Woodring letter. unknown
Bookseller reference : 34586
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COOPER, Jackie (1922-2011)
Photograph Signed
This child star of the 1930s -- the first child actor to be nominated for an Oscar for the 1931 film "Skippy" -- appeared in such favorites as "The Champ" 1931 and "Treasure Island" 1934 and continued to appear in films and on television through the 1980s becoming a television producer and director of note. PS 8" X 10" n.p. 1985. Fine. Modern print of a vintage publicity portrait a half-length shot of a young Cooper in black leather jacket fists on hips staring angrily at the viewer -- possibly a still for the 1937 film "Boy of the Streets." In a light area at upper right Cooper signs boldly in black fineline adding "7/85. unknown
Bookseller reference : 34611
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THOMPSON, William (1794-1854)
Autograph Letter Signed
This English member of Parliament was also elected mayor of London in 1828. ALS 1p 7 3/4" X 10" Whitehall Place London 1831 January 31. Addressed to Edward Church. Very good. Lightly age toned with mild edgewear but overall bold and attractive. Writing to this noted solicitor Thompson declines an invitation: "The important business which will engage the attention of Parliament on the 10th Feby will prevent me having the honor of dining with the friends of the London Dispensary on the occasion of the anniversary meeting." Interesting a blank portion at lower right bears a lightly-pencilled note in the hand of pioneering autograph dealer Charles Hamilton misidentifying this document as being in the hand of a different William Thompson "d. 1833 Irish economist; supported Robt Owen; wrote 'Distribution of Wealth". unknown
Bookseller reference : 34750
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MITCHELL, Herbert (1898-1980)
Photograph Signed
This Polish-born American theatrical photographer set up shop on Broadway in New York in the 1920s and in the '30s developed a compelling portraiture style that made him sought after on the East coast. PS heavy stock 5" X 7" n.p. n.y. Near fine. Undated ca. 1935 head and shoulders portrait of a dark-haired young women in typical Mitchell pose -- shoulders at left but facing rightward and head turned to the right. This subject has her hair parted in the middle and pulled tight; she gazes to her right viewer's left with the barest hint of a Mona Lisa smile. In the dark lower left corner Mitchell signs boldly in his usual white ink making for superb contrast. And in the light area at lower right the unidentified subject signs boldly in black grease pencil: "To Eddie / Tamara" also with superb contrast. While we haven't been able to identify the subject she is most likely an actress or perhaps a ballet figure. "Tamara" suggests Russian and Mitchell did photograph a number of Les Ballets Russes ballerinas. A lovely vintage piece signed by a premiere photographer. unknown
Bookseller reference : 34794
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THOMAS, GB (1829-1905) G B
Autograph Note Signed
This well-known Welsh temperance advocate enjoyed a career as sailor and sea captain before becoming a mover and shaker among the Good Templars establishing many hundreds of lodges and children's lodges throughout Wales and leading their temperance cause; he was elected to their highest offices nationally and internationally. ANS 1p 5" X 8" New York NY 1874 June 6. Addressed to "Dear Brother." Near fine. Mounting traces on verso. On decorative blue "Juvenile Temples of Wales I.O.G.T." letterhead which lists Thomas as "General Superintendent" and on which he has crossed out his hometown of Carnarvon and inserted "New York" Thomas pens in his big bold hand "I have been quite delighted in visiting Peabody Salem & Massachusetts." In 1876 in Louisville Kentucky Thomas was elected Grant Treasurer of the Supreme Grand Lodge of the World so perhaps he was on an earlier tour of American Good Templar locations. Interesting and unusual. unknown
Bookseller reference : 35113
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HUTCHINS, Robert M (1899-1977)
Typed Note Signed
This wunderkind of educators had already served as dean of Yale Law School when named president of University of Chicago in 1929! With Mortimer J. Adler he introduced the famed "Great Books" program eliminated intercollegiate football and made other radical curriculum changes; he authored many volumes on education issues and served in other influential positions including president of the Center for the Study of Democratic Institutions which he founded in 1969. TNS 1p 7¼" X 10½" Chicago IL 1940 June 28. Addressed to noted Abraham Lincoln and Civil War scholar Arnold F. Gates 1914-93. Near fine. Brief note on "University of Chicago / Office of the President" letterhead thanking Gates "for writing me again and sending me a copy of 'Amberglow'. I am sure the University of Chicago will be glad to welcome you this summer." Boldly signed. Accompanied by a copy of this scarce booklet "Amberglow of Abraham Lincoln and Ann Rutledge" West Leisenring PA: The Griglak Printery 1939 a 15-ppage 16mo pamphglet in prange wrappers. The up-and-coming 25-year-old Lincoln enthusiast self-published this essay in an edition of 300 copies. Good plus. Outer wrappers only a tad soiled and a bit edge-chipped but internally near -- tight and bright. Uncommon. unknown
Bookseller reference : 35260
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De HAVILLAND, Olivia (1916-2020)
Inscribed Photograph Signed
The lovely British leading lady immortalized in "Gone With the Wind" as Melanie won Oscars for "To Each His Own" 1946 and "The Heiress" 1949. IPS 4¼" X 5¼" n.p. n.d. Very good. Smudge to the "e" in "Terry." Book photograph a handsome informal head-and-shoulders glossy portrait of DeHavilland in later years wearing a large straw hat. Nicely signed and inscribed in blue fineline in a light area near the bottom: "For Terry -- / My every good wish / Olivia de Havilland. unknown
Bookseller reference : 15600
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LOVELL, Sir Bernard (1913-1912)
Signed First Day Cover
This English physicist served as first director of the Jodrell Bank Observatory from 1945 to 1980; he developed the world's first radio telescope -- the Lovell Telescope -- and his development of radio astronomy earned him knighthood in 1961. Signed FDC 6½" X 3½" cancelled in Washington DC on 23 April 1973 and with "First Day of Issue" boldly stamped. 8-cent "Copernicus 1473-1973" stamp at upper right. In blank lower left area Lovell signs boldly in blue fineline. No ornamental cachet no recipient's name/address. Fine. Accompanied by original transmittal envelope 15 May 1973 and small printed University of Manchester "With Compliments from Professor Sir Bernard Lovell" slip. unknown
Bookseller reference : 35903
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IVES, Burl (1909-95)
Photograph Signed
This popular folk singer displayed great versatility in films ranging from nasty Big Daddy in "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" to beloved avuncular characters. PS 10" X 8" n.p. n.d. Near fine. Handsome glossy head-and-shoulders portrait of an older avuncular Ives smiling at the viewer boldly signed in a blank area at left center in blue fineline. unknown
Bookseller reference : 36142
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FELL, Norman (1924-98)
Document Signed
This American actor appeared in such films as "Ocean's 11" 1960 "It's a Mad Mad Mad Mad World" 1963 "PT 109" 1963 "The Graduate" 1967 "Bullitt" 1968 and "Catch 22" 1970 but will forever be remembered as "Mr. Roper" on the television sitcom "Three's Company" 1976-81 for which he won a Golden Globe Award in 1979. DS 2pp 8½" X 14" Beverly Hills CA 1983 February 2. Very good. Printed William Morris Agency "General Materials and Packages" contract between the talent agency and Fell -- two full pages of standard boilerplate language signed at the conclusion by Fell in black fineline at lower right. Accompanied by an unsigned 8" X 10" glossy portrait of Fell around this time. unknown
Bookseller reference : 36442
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JOHNSON, Van (1916-2008)
Inscribed Photograph Signed
The freckled red-haired American golden boy of numerous films of the 1940s and '50s -- most memorably "Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo" 1944 and "The Caine Mutiny" 1954 -- continued appearing in films and on television into the 1980s. IPS 8" X 10" n.p. n.y. circa 1960. Very good. Faint inoffensive tape stain at each corner. Glossy head-and-shoulders portrait of Johnson in suit and tie facing right head turned toward the camera and grinning slyly left hand on cheek. In a light area at lower left he inscribes and signs huge and bold: "To Don -- / Kindest regards -- / Van Johnson" in thickish dark blue ink. An outstanding vintage example. unknown
Bookseller reference : 36505
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ALLEN, Rex (1920-99)
Inscribed Drawing Signed
One of the last of the singing cowboys known as "Mister Cowboy" and "The Arizona Cowboy" Allen starred in cowboy films of the 1950s and is credited with composing 300 songs among them "Crying in the Chapel" 1953. IDS 8" X 10" n.p. n.y. ca. 1960. Near fine. Original pencil sketch by an unknown artist a nicely executed head-and-shoulders portrait of a smiling Allen with a bandana around his neck with "Rex Allen / 'The Arizona Cowboy'" pencilled beneath. Just left of center Allen signs huge and bold in blur ballpoint. Undated but circa 1960 the height of his fame. unknown
Bookseller reference : 36629
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CURTIS, Tony (1925-2010) and LEIGH, Janet (1927-2004)
Inscribed Photographs Signed
He was the versatile American leading man of the '50s remembered both the comedies "Some Like It Hot" 1959 and dramas "Sweet Smell of Success" 1957 "The Defiant Ones" 1958 "The Boston Strangler" 1968; his wife 1951-62 appeared in numerous films over several decades but is best remembered for her Oscar-nominated performance in "Psycho" 1960. Pair of IPsS 8" X 10" n.p. n.y. circa 1960. Very good. Faint tape stain at each corner. His is a stylish half-length glamour pose in suit and tie elbows resting on knees and cigarette in right hand boldly signed and inscribed in a light area at upper left: "To Donald -- / Good Luck Always -- / Tony Curtis" in black ink. Very faint smudge of several letters in "Donald." Hers is a smiling head-and-shoulders portrait at the height of her fame against a flowery wallpaper background inscribed and signed in black ink boldly across her light blouse: "To Donald -- / My very best wishes / Janet Leigh. unknown
Bookseller reference : 36673
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FENTON, Reuben A (1819-85)
Signature / Unsigned Portrait
The Soldiers' Friend" so called because of his advocacy of Civil War veterans and their needs was a merchant and Democrat turned Republican politician who served New York as representative 1853-55 1857-65 governor 1865-68 and senator 1869-75. Large bold "R.E. Fenton" in brown ink heavy stock 3½" X 2¼" card n.p. n.y. Very good. Faint age toning; mounting traces on verso. A handsome example. Accompanied by an outstanding 1860s vintage steel-engraved portrait heavy stock 5 3/4" X 9½" engraved by H.B. Hall of New York. Near fine. Titled "Eminent Upholders in Congress of the War for the Union" in ornate rolling typeface along the lower margin this depicts twelve notable Congressman head-and-shoulders portrait each within a small oval. Three ovals occupy the center the topmost being Fenton. A striking war-date image and superb signature example. unknown
Bookseller reference : 37179
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YATES, Richard (1815-73)
Free-Franked Signature / Unsigned Portrait
The Civil War governor of Illinois 1861-65 also served as representative 1851-55 and senator 1865-71. Bold and handsome "Richd Yates / USS" tan 3½" X 1" slip n.p. n.y. Fine. Though not dated this would have been a free-franking signature clipped from a type of envelope commonly used by Congressman and dates to Yates' Senate period. Accompanied by an outstanding 1860s vintage steel-engraved portrait heavy stock 6" X 9" engraved by J.C. Buttre of New York and captioned "Eminent Loyal Governors" in ornate flowing typeface along the lower margin. Head-and-shoulders portrait of 13 Union governors each within a small oval border; Yates appears near the upper left. unknown
Bookseller reference : 37205
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SCHURZ, Carl (1829-1906)
Signature with Rank / Unsigned Portrait
This German-born Union general was a man of vast accomplishments: U.S. minister to Spain senator from Missouri secretary of the interior editor of the "New York Evening Post" and more. Bold strong signature typical "C. Schurz" 2½" X 1¼" slip n.p. Very good. Mild age toning with paper clip rust mark at upper left touching upon the "C." An appealing war-date example of this extraordinary figure's signature with "Maj Genl." penned beneath it and another rather illegible line bpenned beneath that may read "Dec. 23d 1863". Schurz was raised to the rank of major general in March 1863 which would make this possible 1863 date logical. Accompanied by an outstanding 1860s vintage steel-engraved group portrait entitled "Defenders of the Union" along the bottom heavy stock 6" X 9" n.p. n.y. Twelve superb individual portraits each within its own oval decorative frame with Rosecrans at upper center and Sigel Weitzel Meagher and other Union generals surrounding him -- Schurz at upper right. Near fine. Quite handsome. War-date Schurz are encountered far less often that post-war examples. unknown
Bookseller reference : 37200
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GLEAVE, Tom (1908-93) and SIMPSON, William (1914-2005)
Signed Commemorative Envelope
Gleave was a famed R.A.F. fighter pilot shot down during the Battle of Britain and horribly burned -- which in turn made him famous as "Chief Guinea Pig" to famed New Zealand pioneering plastic surgeon Sir Archibald McIndoe; Simpson was a R.A.F. bomber pilot shot down over Belgium in 1940 suffering severe facial and hand burns -- and he too became famous as another of McIndoe's "guinea pigs." Signed Commemorative Envelope 7½" X 4½" n.p. cancelled on 20 July 1982. Fine. Left half is filled with a color cachet depicting Battle of Britain fighters above which is a portrait of Archibald McIndoe and the caption "41st Anniversary of the Guinea Pig Club 20 July 1982" with explanatory text at right describing the commemorative flight on which this envelope was carried. At upper right near the special circular Guinea Pig Club cancellation Gleave and Simpson each sign in blue ballpoint. Limitation statement on envelope verso notes this is #361 of 1026 signed covers and is signed by R.A.F. Project Officer D. Fullock. Accompanied by a 5½" X 3½" then-and-now black and white glossy photograph of Gleave and printed heavy stock informational cards about Gleave Simpson and The Guinea Pig Club. unknown
Bookseller reference : 37730
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McCRACKEN, Harold (1894-1983)
Typed Note Signed
This American author photographer cinematographer and producer co-founded the Buffalo Bill Historical Center and the Whitney Museum of Western Art; as an explorer he led a group that attempted to prove a land bridge once existed between Alaska and Siberia; his numerous books include "Beyond the Frozen Frontier" 1936 and many titles about cowboys big game hunting and artists of the American West. TNS 1p 8½" X 11" New York NY 1940 October 4. Addressed to Arnold Gates 1914-93 noted Lincoln and Civil War scholar. Near fine. On letterhead of "Courier Productions" a documentary film production company he founded McCracken tells an admirer he "deeply appreciated your very pleasant remembrance of my birthday as well as the nice things said about 'Beyond the Frozen Frontier'. Although I have no immediate plans for another book I have been flirting with a couple of ideas which may materialize." As indeed they did with "The Biggest Bear on Earth" published in 1943 and several other titles released in the '40s. Signed boldly in full. An exceptionally early example. unknown
Bookseller reference : 37837
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ANDERSON, "Maxie" (1934-83)
Signed Commemorative Postal Cover
American career balloonist with many "firsts" to his name; in 1978 he Ben Abruzzo and Larry Newman piloted the Double Eagle II in the first Transatlantic balloon crossing departing Maine on August 11 and landing in France six days later -- for which they were awarded the Congressional Gold Medal in 1979. Signed commemorative postal cover honoring this achievement 6½" X 3½" cancelled in Albuquerque New Mexico on April 20 1979. Envelope bears the 13-cent "French Alliance 1778" stamp and 4-cent "A Public That Reads" stamp and a special postal cancellation featuring an image of the Double Eagle balloon and the caption "Double Eagle II / First Transatlantic Balloon Flight." No decorative printed cachet at left; no distracting recipient's name/address present. Anderson signs boldly in black fineline near the center. Also present is a small portion of the original mailing envelope used to transmit this cover cancelled in Albuquerque July 18 1979. An Albuquerque philatelic connection is relevant for the Double Eagle II crew were among those who established this town as the ballooning capital of the world. Anderson died in a balloon crash in Germany making his a rather scarce signature. unknown
Bookseller reference : 27480
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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
Bookseller reference : 22527
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TINGLE, Dolli (1911-93)
Signed First Day Cover
The wife of famed stamp artist Ward Brackett was likewise a noted painter who designed eight USPS Christmas stamps. Signed First Day Cover 6½" X 3½" cancelled in Washington DC on November 7 1973 and with "First Day of Issue" boldly stamped. Single 8-cent "Christmas" stamp at upper right. Fine. At lower left in bold blue ballpoint Tingle signs boldly. This particular stamp depicts a needlepoint decorated Christmas tree and was one of the Post Office's most popular stamps. With original transmittal envelope signed by Tingle at upper left with return address in her hand; at lower left she also notes: "thank you for nice note. d.t. unknown
Bookseller reference : 25436
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FONTAINE, Joan (1917-2013)
Photograph Signed
English actress Olivia de Havilland's sister best known for the classic "Rebecca" and "Jane Eyre"; "Suspicion" 1941 earned her the best actress Oscar. PS 8" X 10½" n.p. n.d. Fine. Book photograph another image on verso a dramatic scene showing Cary Grant clutching Fontaine by the arm at the bottom of a staircase from her Academy Award-winning performance in "Suspicion." Signed in black fineline in a dark area along the bottom so contrast is only fair. unknown
Bookseller reference : 15607
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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
Bookseller reference : 25833
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ERROL, Leon (1881-1951)
Inscription and Signature
This Australian-American comic actor specialized in character roles hen-pecked husbands rubber-legged drunks; he appeared in more than 150 films between 1923 and 1951 and is often remembered for the "Mexican Spitfire" series 1939-43 opposite Lupe Velez. Large and bold "To Preston / Best wishes always / Leon Errol" in blue fountain pen on a pristine beige 6" X 3 3/4" autograph album leaf n.p. n.y. Fine. Though place and date are not indicated this was obtained by noted collector Preston Sawyer 1899-1968 California journalist and historical writer in San Francisco around 1930. Verso bears signature of actress Mary Charleson Walthall 1890-1961 Irish actress and second wife of character actor Henry B Walthall. A choice example. unknown
Bookseller reference : 25818
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TILTON, George W (1830-90)
Signature
This American railroad innovator rose up through the ranks of the Chicago Burlington & Quincy Railroad until he was in charge of all design at the Chicago & Northwestern Railway in which capacity he introduced many improvements to locomotive construction and designed the "Tilton locomotive" considered one of the finest locomotives of its day; he died fittingly after a railroad accident. Handsome signature in purple fountain pen heavy stock 3½" X 2" card n.p. n.y. Very good. Faint age toning; mounting traces on verso. unknown
Bookseller reference : 24609
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SCHREIBER, Avery (1935-2002)
Signature and Self-Portrait
This large-moustachiod curly haired comedian of television film and stage is best remembered as one half of the Burns and Schreiber comedy team of the 1970s; others remember him for his many Doritos t.v. commercials. Bold signature in blue ballpoint alongside a tiny ½" self-portrait accenting his moustache curly hair and large expressive eyes heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1916 sic! December 24. Fine. Original envelope present showing 1968 postal cancellation. Unusual and fun. unknown
Bookseller reference : 26360
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MURPHY, George (1902-92)
Inscribed Photograph Signed / Autograph Letter Signed
This solid actor and tap dancer of the 1930s and '40s gave up pictures for politics serving as senator from California from 1964 to 1970. IPS 8" X 10" n.p. n.d. Fine. Flat finish printed portrait of Murphy while senator nicely inscribed in green ink "To Terry / with my best wishes / George Murphy." Comes with an ALS 1p 7" X 10½" n.p. 1985 July 15. Addressed to "Fan." Asks where the fan "found the pictures with Astaire in the full dress suits -- I would like to have one for my collection. unknown
Bookseller reference : 15663
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LUBBOCK, John (1st Baron Avebury) (1834-1913)
Autograph Note Signed
Although he had a distinguished career in economics and banking -- he is responsible for instituting bank holidays and other reforms -- it is as a writer on entomology and archeology that he is remembered; his "Pre-historic Times" 1865 was long the standard textbook on archeology. ANS 1p 4½" X 7" London England n.y. April 7. Addressed to A.L. Williams. Very good. Faint mounting trace on left edge not affecting text. Gracious note to an admirer. "I am flattered by your wish for a Photograph & have the pleasure of sending one accordingly." Photograph not present. unknown
Bookseller reference : 20930
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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 8½" 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
Bookseller reference : 31166
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COBDEN, Richard (1804-65)
Autograph Note Signed
Influential English economist and politician. ANS 1p 6¼" X 4" n.p. London n.y. Very good. Three faint vertical folds. On pale blue stationery Cobden pens in rich brown ink a rather cryptic note: "Mr. Cobden / Post Office Packet Contract / No 19 Committee Room / 12 to 4 o'clk." Perhaps an invitation to or reminder of a political meeting Interesting and attractive. unknown
Bookseller reference : 22629
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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
Bookseller reference : 15556
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BURKE, Edmund (1809-82)
Note Signed
This New Hampshire attorney and newspaper editor "New Hampshire Argus" was elected to Congress in 1839 serving until 1845 -- whereupon he became the second Commissioner of Patents serving until 1850. NS 1p 7 3/4" X 9 3/4" Washington DC 1845 August 16. Addressed to Colonel Gardner. Very good. Forwards to Gardner "two newspapers the New York Observer and Saturday Courier which are probably sent to this office by mistake." Attractively penned boldly signed. unknown
Bookseller reference : 28709
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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 6½" X 3½" 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
Bookseller reference : 26432
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SYMINGTON, Stuart (1901-88)
Signature
Missouri's long-time senator 1952-77 was always considered presidential timbre; the first U.S. Air Force secretary 1947-50 he was naturally also considered a champion of the military -- and of large budget appropriations for the military. Bold signature in black fineline heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1969 July 11. Near fine. Nice example from one often found in Autopen. Accompanied by a choice 8½" X 6½" original 1947 news agency glossy photograph -- itself scarce -- showing Symington being sworn in as Secretary of the Air Force by Justice Fred Vinson. unknown
Bookseller reference : 22622
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GOODALE, George Lincoln (1839-1923)
Autograph Letter Signed
Few accomplished more toward advancing the science of botany than this Harvard natural history professor who is largely responsible for the famed Harvard Botanical Garden and Museum. ALS 1p 5¼" X 8" Cambridge MA 1891 September 3. Addressed to Charles Aldrich. Very good. Small mounting remnant on verso. Apparently in response to a request for a photograph Goodale replies: ".an engraving in the Septr. number of the Popular Science monthly gives a flattering representation. unknown
Bookseller reference : 16072
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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 3½" X 5½" n.p. 1960. Fine. Striking glossy closeup in costume from "Solomon and Sheba" 1959 inscribed "Best wishes / from / Harry Andrews / 1960. unknown
Bookseller reference : 15559
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SPRAGUE, Isaac W (1841-?)
Signature / Carte-de-visite
The man whose knee bones were the largest diameter of his leg and weighed fifty-two pounds was a popular Barnum circus attraction. Scarce "Mr Isaac W Sprague / The Living Skeleton" in a shaky hand on a 4 3/4" X 2" slip n.p. n.d. Very good. Minor mounting traces on verso. Accompanied by a striking carte-de-visite photograph 2" X 4" n.p. n.d. Very good. No backstamp. Sepia-tone image of Sprague in his circus costume standing alongside his wife and child. A quite scarce signature and a desireable image. unknown
Bookseller reference : 28262
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RYAN, James J "Crash" (1903-73)
Printed Document Signed
Auto safety pioneer long before Ralph Nader popularized the topic in "Unsafe at Any Speed" this University of Minnesota mechanical engineering professor 1931-63 patented the first retractable safety seat belt in 1963 and the "black box" flight recorder in 1960; he also improved hydraulic bumpers dashboards and collapsible steering columns. PDS 3pp 8½" X 11" Los Angeles California 1967 October 10. Near fine. Single staple hole at upper corner; original light mailing folds. Mimeographed "Abstract" for a talk given by Ryan at the 11th STAPP Car Crash Conference at UCLA titled "The Hydraulic Bumper -- Automatic Seat Belt Package on Ground Vehicles." In the upper left corner of the first page Ryan signs and inscribes it bold in blue ballpoint: "J.J. Ryan to / Paul Johnston / 7-23-71." With original envelope. Quite unusual and scarce. unknown
Bookseller reference : 24359
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KEITH, DeWitt "Whit," Jr (1923-71)
Signed Postal Cover
The 1960 4-cent "John Foster Dulles" postage stamp designed by William K. Schrage uses a portrait taken by this State Department photographer who retired at an early age when he began to lose his eyesight and died at a young age. Signed Postal Cover 6½" X 3½" n.p. n.y. Single mint "John Foster Dulles" stamp at upper right. At the center in black ballpoint Keith signs boldly. Original transmittal envelope also signed by Keith at upper left with return address in his hand also present -- cancelled in Washington DC on 1971 July 26 just a few months shy of Keith's death in November 1971. A most uncommon signature on a choice piece. unknown
Bookseller reference : 25221
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HOFFMANN, Banesh (1906-86)
Signed First Day Cover
The noted physicist and mathematician collaborated with Albert Einstein on the classic "Gravitational Equations and the Problem of Motion" while at Princeton's Institute for Advanced Study then in 1972 co-authored the biography "Albert Einstein: Creator and Rebel" with Einstein's secretary Helen Dukas; from 1937 through the late 1970s he taught at Queens College. Signed First Day Cover 6½" X 3½" cancelled in Princeton New Jersey on 4 March 1979 and with "First Day of Issue" boldly stamped. Single 15-cent "Einstein" stamp at upper right. Along the left side vertically Hoffmann signs boldly in black ballpoint. With small portion of original transmittal envelope. unknown
Bookseller reference : 24332
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