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Historical Auctions
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Colonial & Revolutionary War
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Colonial & Revolutionary War
One of the rarest of Signers, Nelson discusses New York abandoning the cause,
treachery in Massachusetts, and hopes that the British will negotiate...
two months before Lexington and Concord
528. THOMAS NELSON, JR. (1738 - 1789) Signer of the Declaration of Independence. Member of the Virginia Delegation to the Continental Congress.
Later served as governor of Virginia. Extremely rare and superb content A.L.S. “Thos Nelson Jr“, 2pp. 4to. York, Feb. 18, 1775 to Col. Landon Carter
(1710-1778) discussing political affairs on the eve of the American Revolution and expressing optimism that Parliament might redress American grievances, “sooner than was at first imagined“. Nelson writes, in full: “Dear Sir, It gives me pleasure to find that I am not forgot by my friends at a distance,
especially by so respectable a one as yourself. We have been much alarm’d at a report that the New Yorkers had deserted the cause, but it is with joy
I acquaint you that that report is contradicted & that the Motion that was rejected was the postponing the consideration of the proceedings of the
general congress to a future day; but that they immediately took the matter up & highly approved every thing the Delegates had done.“ In February
1775 Philip Schulyer introduced a motion in the New York General Assembly to adopt and approve the proceedings of the First Continental Congress
of October 1774. The motion which included a provision that the colony elect a delegation to attend the Second Continental Congress in May 1775,
produced heated debate which delayed the vote. However, Nelson’s assessment that the measure was overwhelmingly or, “highly approved,” is somewhat mistaken as there was significant opposition to the measure in the New York Assembly. Ironically, Nelson adds in the next thought: “Some people
are apt to conceive that things are as they would wish them to be.“ Nelson, however uses this statement as a segue dispel an unnamed rumor concerning
the noted Massachusetts Tory, Timothy Ruggles. Ruggles, who had chaired the 1765 Stamp Act Congress, had ultimately opposed the resolutions it
passed and became a firm Tory: “There is as little foundation for the report concerning, that vile Traitor Ruggles , as for the other. It is true he has
drawn up a association in opposition to the Continental one but we are told he has not a single signer to it & that he is obliged to seek for he as[?] Fox
like to hide himself in, but it is to be hoped, they will make him bolt before it be long & then I think his chance will be but a bad one.“ Nelson then reports
on events in Parliament. News of the speech to Parliament by George III on November 30, 1774 had arrived in America at the end of January 1775. In
the speech he condemned the Suffolk Resolve and declared Massachusetts to be in a state of Rebellion: “A paragraph in a late English paper says that
on the day appointed for the House of Commons to take his majesty‘s most gracious speech under consideration the Gallery & Lobby were so crowded,
that (not by a common Mob, but by a very respectable body of the Peoples among them men of distinction) that they could not proceed to business,
untill they were clear’d. I may be too sanguine, but I cannot help thinking but we shall be redressed sooner than was at first imagined. We have some
powerful friends in England; I can not say whether, they are so from principle or from necessity, either will answer our purpose. “ Indeed, many London
merchants did not approve of the closure of the port of Boston or other measures which alienated their colonial customers and sought a more moderate
policy toward America. While Nelson and others had reason for optimism, the opening of hostilities at Lexington and Concord only two months later
would shatter it irrevocably. With integral transmittal leaf addressed in Nelson’s hand. A superb letter by one of the rarest Signers of the Declaration of
Independence, with particularly desirable content concerning the oncoming American Revolution. The recipient, Landon Carter is perhaps best known
today for his detailed diary describing life on the eve of the American Revolution. When he died, he left to his heirs his mansion near Richmond, Va.,
Sabine hall, 50,000 acres of land and nearly 500 slaves. A few minor losses affecting several words of text, some minor partial fold separations,
separated vertical crease repaired with glassine, else very good condition.
$30,000 - 40,000
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Thomas Paine writes Robert Morris expecting to meet him in Philadelphia
529. THOMAS PAINE (1737 - 1809) American Revolution political agitator and author on the Pamphlet Common Sense which urged an
immediate declaration of independence, issued the periodical Crisis which upheld the colonial cause. Autograph Letter Signed “T Paine“,
1p. 4to., Bordentown, [N.J.], Feb. 27, 1783 to Robert Morris: “I just now reached this place after a most troublesome and fatiguing
Journey of bad weather and bad roads and to add to the difficulties of it I feel Ill of a fever which detained me in a little Dutch House
destitute of every convenince for ten days. I shall stay in this place a day or two and hope after that to see you well in Philadelphia Please to present my Compts to Mr G - M and Mr Livingstone [sic] I am your Obt. Hble Servt. T Paine.” With integral transmittal leaf addressed in Paine’s hand and endorsed by ROBERT MORRIS at the top: “Borden Town 27 Feby. 1783 Thos Paine Esqr.“. Paine, although
a highly successful pamphleteer and patriot, who among other things helped obtain critical loans from France to finance the American
Revolution and helped establish the Bank of North America, was nearly penniless at this time. He had sunk most of his savings into a
small house in Bordentown in order to be near his friend, Col. Joseph Kirbride. At the time of writing this letter, Paine had likely just returned from Rhode Island where he had been immersed in a controversy over the state’s sovereignty. In particular, he had attempted to
urge the state to adopt a 5% duty on all imported articles, payable to Congress, a measure which the state steadfastly refused. The
transmittal sheet also bears a note of provenance by Robert W. Landis, Hillsdale, N.J., Nov. 1, 1851: “This letter was presented to me by
Miss Sally Morris granddaughter of Robert Morris; & I have consented to part with it to Mr. Davies only with the view of rendering more
perfect his invaluable collection of autographs ...“. Landis also adds a note, partially covering Paine’s handwriting on the address panel
noting that the endorsement was in the hand of Robert Morris. Usual folds, small loss from the seal tear, else very good condition.
$25,000 - 30,000
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Hancock tells James Clinton he has been promoted to brigadier general
530. JOHN HANCOCK (1737-1793) American Revolutionary politician and
first signer of the Declaration of Independence, President of the Continental Congress and two-time Governor of Massachusetts. Fine content wardate L.S. “John Hancock“ as President of the Continental Congress, 1p.
legal folio, Philadelphia, Aug. 10, 1776 to Brigadier General James Clinton
(1736 - 1812) informing him of his promotion to the rank of Brigadier General. Hancock writes in full: “The Congress having yesterday been pleased
to promote you to the Rank of Brigadier General in the Army of hte American States, I do myself the Pleasure to enclose your Commission [not present] and wish you happy. I am Sir [etc] ... “ Clinton, a veteran of the French
and Indian War was commissioned as colonel of the 3rd New York Regiment in 1775 and took part in Richard Montgomery’s expedition to Quebec. In March 1776, he took command of the 2nd New York. Clinton served
for most of the war in the Northern Department and was instrumental in
preventing Sir Henry Clinton’s relief expedition from making contact with
Burgoyne in 1777, ensuring the latter’s surrender at Saratoga. Clinton’s
brigade was also with Washington at Yorktown. Letter bears some light
soiling, the usual folds, else very good condition.
$8,000 - 10,000
531. (SALEM WITCH TRIALS) A lot of two pieces, including JOHN
HATHORNE (1641 - 1717) Salem judge who sat on the 1692 trials
who ordered the arrest of Sarah Good, Sarah Osburne and Tituba.
Grandfather of author Nathaniel Hawthorne (who added the “w” to
distance himself from his grandfather’s tarnished reputation). Manuscript D.S. “Jno Hathorne Just Ps.“ 1p. oblong 4to., Salem, Nov. 14,
1700, authorizing the commission of Samuel Wakefield as a sheriff’s
deputy. Folds with minor partial separations, some soiling and toning, else very good. Offered together with an A.E.S. of Salem Judge, JONATHAN CORWIN (1640 - 1718) accomplished on the verso of a
manuscript D.S. “Benjamin Pickering“ 1p. 4to., Salem, June 22, 1702. Usual folds, else very good. Both pieces bear remnants of archival
hinging tissue from prior framing. Also offered together with the July 8, 1863 edition of The Athenian Mercury (London) containing an advertisement of “A Further Account of the Tryals of the New-England Witches, with the Observations of a Person that was upon the place six
or seven days when the suspected Witches were first taken into Examination: To which is added Cases of Conscience concerning Witchcrafts
and Evil Spirits personating Men. Written at the Request of the Ministers of New-England, by Increase Mather, President of Harvard -Colledge [sic]....” Together, three pieces.
$800 - 1,200
532. GEORGE CLINTON (1739 - 1812) Vice President of the United States (1805-12) and Continental Congressman who opposed ratification of the Constitution. D.S., 3 1/2” x 8”, Oct. 31,
1765, a financial/legal document, in part: “And if Benjamin Male should sue Harry Dow promise
to have that sum discounts by assigning Males Bond to me to said Dow - Go to repay to said
George & James...”. Boldly signed by Clinton. Folds, edge wear, else fine.
$200 - 300
533. CHARLES CORNWALLIS (1738 - 1805) British major general who drove Washington from
New Jersey, defeated Gates at Camden, S.C., and ultimately surrendered to Washington at Yorktown. A.L.S., 1 p., 8vo, Pheenix Park, July 24, 1800, to Thomas Pelham. In full: “Dear Sir, It would
afford me great pleasure to be able to accommodate Dear Palmer, but on the present occaasion
I have no hope of doing it, as every thing that can be vacated——————, has been long since
specifically promised. No 2nd Lient ———had half so many pressing engagements in the church
as are at this moment imposed upon me, and some of my ———- without as union on their back,
ever had so small a ———. I am, with great regard, Dear Sir, Most faithfully your’s Corwallis”
$500 - 700
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534. JAMES DUANE (1733 - 1797) Revolutionary patriot, member of the Continental Congress (1774 - 1784), assisted in the drafting of
the Articles of Confederation. Partly-printed D.S., 1p. folio, New York, Aug. 24, 1787, an indenture concerning the rental of a tract of
land in Duanesburgh to farmer Silas Thompson, boldly signed at bottom. Folds, with a tiny hole at juncture at center, light foxing here
and there with a small ink spot, else very good.
$100 - 150
535. OLIVER ELLSWORTH, JR. (1745 - 1807) American politician, delegate to the Continental Congress and Constitutional Convention,
Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. Manuscript D.S. 1p. oblong 8vo., [n.p.] Mar. 10, 1776, an order to “Pay Sergt. Samuel Lockwood
Twelve Shillings - to help forward on their way to N. York a Number of Invalids of the Continental Army under his care - & charge the
Colony“ The invalids were likely employed to construct defenses for Washington’s ultimately unsuccessful defense of New York. Light
marginal wear, else very good.
$150 - 200
Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. D.S., 2pp. 4” x 8”, Hartford, Dec. 20, 1776, enlisting additional soldiers during the Revolutionary
War. In part: “Sir, Please to pay Capt. Amaziah Wright One Hundred & Seventy five pounds - to improve for enlisiting his own company
in Col. Ene’s Battalion now raising for the Winter campai(g)n - he to account accordingly & charge the State...”. Fine
$150 - 200
Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. D.S., 4” x 8”, 2 pp., Hartford (CT), Dec. 28, 1776, a document to pay the militia. In part: “Sir, Please
to pay W. John Couns Ogden for Maj. General Wosler towards & to be in account of pay of the Militia now in service under his command
- the sum of Four Hundred Pounds - & charge the State...”. Fine
$150 - 200
Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. D.S., 8vo., Hartford, Apr. 7, 1777, in part: “Pay M. Eliakim Haydon, or order, seventy two pounds
seventeen shillings & nine pence for purchase & premium of 294 of Saltpetre...”. Saltpeter, often referred to as potassium nitrate, is the
critical oxidizing component of gunpowder. Fine.
$150 - 200
539. MOSES HAZEN (1733 - 1802) American Revolution brigadier general who led the 2nd Canadian Regiment (“Congress’ Own”) at
Brandywine and Germantown. Scarce A.L.S. “Moses Hazen“, 2pp. legal folio with integral holograph address leaf, Manchester, [N.H.],
Oct. 16, 1783 to “Colonel Timothy Bidle/at Haverhill on Connecticut/River at/Coos“. In part, “...I made a journey myself to New York. I
found Mr. Apthrop to be well inclined to what we could wish at the same time he was diffident of his own judgment of the real value of
the premises...he consult with his friend Mr. Kelley the great land jobber on the matter...Mrs. Hazen is gone into Canada...I have hinted
to Mr. Moors our intention to speculate in lands...“. Address leaf bears a marginal mounting strip, else fine condition.
$300 - 400
540. PATRICK HENRY (1736 - 1799) American Revolutionary leader, with Jefferson and
Lee initiated the Committee of Correspondence, member of the Continental Congress, remembered for his famous quote “Give me liberty, or give me death!” Partly-printed D.S. as
Governor of Virginia, 1p. folio, Richmond, Dec. 10, 1785, a grant of 1,000 acres of land
in Fayette County to John Edwards, signed “P. Henry“ at bottom right. Some condition
problems: fold splits have been mended on recto with cello tape, and ink in engrossment
and signature has bled a bit, still good. Matted with a portrait.
$800 - 1,200
A pass through the lines
541. JAMES IRVINE (1735 - 1819) Revolutionary War major general of Pennsylvania militia,
later served as vice president of Pennsylvania. War-date D.S., 1p. legal folio, Philadelphia,
July 27, 1782 to WILLIAM MOORE (1735-1793) President of Philadelphia (who pencils a
1782 pass on verso, traced-over). Citizen Martha Robins writes to Moore stating that her
daughter is: “...in a poor state of health and wishes to be with me...“. She asks that Moore
write New Jersey Gov. Livingston to request he allow the lady to pass through the state en
route to Pennsylvania. At bottom Irvine, JOHN CONNELLY and JOHN FRANKLIN attest to
the family’s background: “...[we] know them to be well affected to the cause of the United
States of America and know them to have been of the greatest service to the prisoners of
years past...“. Ink erosion from Franklin’s signature affects that of Irvine’s, expertly inlaid
and overall very good.
$150 - 200
542. (RICHARD HENRY LEE) JOSEPH COSEY (1887 - 1950?) Notorious forger of historical letters and documents which a penchant for
early American historical figures including George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, James Monroe, and Richard Henry Lee. Cosey even
attempted a forged draft of Thomas Jefferson’s Declaration of Independence. Forged A.L.S. “Richard Henry Lee“ 1p. 4to., Philadelphia,
May 6, 1777. A particularly ambitious forgery, this one supposedly directed to Patrick Henry (another of Cosey’s favorites), reporting on
political developments. In part: “...a late letter from France we understand that our enemies have given up their plan of attacking
Virginia for the present...A curious act of Parliament has passed to make our opposition on the land high Treason, and on the sea
Piracy... it is an acrimonious and foolish display of Tyranny...“ This example appears on page 102 of Charles Hamilton’s, Great Forgers
and Famous Fakes (1996 ed.). Trimmed, folds, corner losses filled in, else very good.
$400 - 500
543. WILLIAM LIVINGSTON (1723 - 1790) American Revolutionary soldier and politician, he served as a brigadier general until his election
as Governor of New Jersey and as a delegate to the Constitutional Convention, he signed the Constitution. Partly-printed D.S. as Governor, 1p.
oblong legal folio, Burlington, Feb. 20, 1787, a probate document allowing the will of one Deliverance Randolph of Monmouth County. Also
included is Randolph’s fully-executed will. Folds, some tape stains at extreme corners, else very good with a bold signature
$200 - 300
544. (LOYALISTS) THEODORE FOSTER (1757-1823) Federalist Representative and Senator from Massachusetts. Good content A.L.S.
1p. 4to. Washington, Apr. 10, 1802 to Paul Fearing (1762-1822) concerning lands (presumably in the Ohio country, or further west) to
be sold to a loyalist refugee living in Nova Scotia. He writes, in part: “...Mr. William Howe was one of the Nova Scotia Refugees for whose
use You made Choice of the Locations in his Name...His Patents have been issued for the following Tracts...“, and proceeds to detail
three 320 acre tracts, adding that the loyalist refugee “...is desirous to sell if advantageous Sales can be made & has desired Me to
request your attention & care of the Lands till you can bargain them...In the meantime you will be careful to have the Taxes to be
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assessed discharged so as to save you any additional Expense...“. The William Howe in question was most likely a lieutenant who served
under Capt. Michael Grass in a loyalist company during the Revolutionary War. An interesting slice of life demonstrating how old animosities from the Revolution were beginning to fade in the face of opportunities to make money! Usual folds, otherwise fine condition.
$200 - 300
545. SAMUEL H. PARSONS (1737 - 1789) Major General in the Continental Army who saw service during the siege of Boston and the
Battle of Long Island. Succeeded Israel Putnam in command of the Connecticut line. Served on the jury that convicted John Andre. Fine
content war date A.L.S. 1p. 4to., Reading, Nov. 22, 1780 to N.Y. Gov. George Clinton concerning a suspected counterfeiter. Parsons
writes, in part: “...In common with Mr Muirson’s other Friends, I had entertained the highest Opinion of his Zealous Attachment to our
Cause; but since he was with his Father & other Relatives, There’s Reason to Suppose he as pas’d large Sums of Counterfeit Bills of
Credit knowing them to be false: I fear on Examination he will not be able to Satisfy his Friends of his Innocence; if this is true I can no
longer Esteem him a friend to our Cause, and I am convinced that any man who can be guilty of this Fraud is unworthy of every Trust.
I Sincerely wish he may give Satisfactory Proof of his Innocence but a present, I have little Hope of it...” With integral transmittal leaf on
verso. Heathcote Muirson was a soldier, sailor, and spy for George Washington. The British had sanctioned a counterfeiting operation
in 1776, which was used by those colonists who remained loyal to the British government. Whether Murison was involved is still a matter
of conjecture. Muirson would meet his demise in 1781 after being wounded in a raid. Mounting strip affixed to verso of left margin,
else very good.
$200 - 300
546. TIMOTHY PICKERING (1745 - 1829) American politician and Adjutant General of the Continental Army, Secretary of War (1795)
and Secretary of State (1795-1800). A.N.S., 8vo, [n.p.] Feb 6, 1795, an invitation to dinner. Pickering invites a Dr. Hotten to dinner, in
part: “If Dr. Hotten can excuse this late invitation, & make a dinner of salt-fish, Col. Pickering will be happy to see him, with a few other
friend(s) alike invited...”. Signed in the third person “Col. Pickering” in the text. Document affixed to a larger sheet, partial loss of one
word, repaired folds, else fine.
$200 - 300
547. GEORGE ROSS (1730 - 1779) Signer of the Declaration of Independence from Pennsylvania, elected to the First and Second Continental Congresses. Partial document signed, 3 1/2” x 6”, a section of a financial document with Ross’ signature at the bottom. Tape reinforcement at fold, signature a bit light.
$150 - 200
548. WILLIAM S. SMITH (1755 - 1816) American military officer who served as an aide to Washington, Lafayette and Sullivan, wounded
at Harlem Heights, and was the son-in-law of President John Adams. Manuscript D.S. as Port Surveyor, 2pp. 8vo., [n.p.], Sep. 11, 1801,
a “Return of Merchandize unpaid“ on the vessel Volunteer, including rum and sugar, boldly signed adding “Accepted“ on verso. Very
good.
$100 - 150
549. JOHN SULLIVAN (1740 - 1795) American Revolution major general captured at Long Island and exchanged, he later wintered at Valley
Forge, and was abandoned by D’Estaing to face the British at Newport. Manuscript D.S. “Jno Sullivan MGnl“ 1p. small legal folio, “Head
Quarters Providence“ Dec. 12, 1778 passing an order to paymaster Benjamin Steele: “Army in the State of Rhode Island sir Pay Capn. Clark
& Officers Eighty three pounds seven shillings and six pence for their Expences [sic] to & from Stonington and during their stay there...“ On
the verso is the account in question which included expenses for the feeding and care of horses as well as “Cash paid Candles & Nails for
the use of the Piggot Galley...“ The galley was a British vessel captured on Oct 28, 1778 by Capt. Silas Talbot, then commanding the Hawk.
The account also notes 14 Shillings 8 pence paid to “...To Cash pd Wm Card for Pilotage...“ The boat ended up at Newport harbor (following
the British evacuation) and was utilized as a salvage vessel for the shipwrecks left by the British following their occupation of the town. The
clearing of wrecks was likely hastened by the imminent arrival of the French army under Rochambeau that would later join Washington’s
forces at Yorktown in 1781. Usual folds, some weak, moderate uneven toning, else very good.
$300 - 400
550. SAMUEL B. WEBB (1753 - 1807) Continental officer in the American Revolution, secretary and aide to Washington and Israel Putnam,
present at Bunker Hill and Long island, a founder of the Society of Cincinnati. Good content A.D.S. as Colonel of the 3rd Conn. Regt.,
1p. oblong 8vo., West Point, June, 1783, his certification that John Mix had served under him as a lieutenant from January, 1781 until
the date of this document. Vertical 2” split at center, else very good. Sold with a second document, 1p. 8vo., Hartford, Apr. 2, 1783 in
which Mix is paid his military wages, signed by him at bottom. Two pieces.
$200 - 300
551. OLIVER WOLCOTT (1726 - 1797) Signer of the Declaration of Independence, member of the Continental Congress, major general
in the Continental Army. D.S., 8vo., 1 p., Dec. 16, 1773, a financial document, in part: “...Due to the state of Zachariah Bates,
allowed...from Eph. Bates who is involvement and the promise is therefore not charge...”. Affixed to large sheet, fine.
$200 - 300
552. OLIVER WOLCOTT JR. (1760 - 1833) American Revolution soldier and patriot, Secretary of the Treasury succeeding Hamilton. Interesting D.S., 1p., 4” x 7 3/4”, 1783, New Haven, a legal document prosecuting a Tory: “in a prosecution against the estate of Charles
McEvers who hath gone over to and put himself under the protection of the enemy...”.
$200 - 300
553. 1720 NEWSPAPER ADVERTISES LAND ON HILTON HEAD The Post Boy, London, Printed For John Morphew near Stationers-Hall,
Sept. 22, 1720, single sheet, small folio. London paper advertising land in Hilton Head, S.C. The land advertisement, which is printed at
the top left corner of the back page, is “to the South of Port Royal in Carolina”. Port Royal is at the north end of Hilton Head. Continues
“containing upwards of One hundred thousand Acres of the richest and cleanest lands in America...for the general benefit of the purchasers of One thousand allotments of the said lands...”. A great early advertisement for land in the Carolina colonies. Fine.$200 - 300
554. 1777 RECEIPT FOR SALTPETRE Document for the purchase of “Saltpetre”, an ingredient for gunpowder, 5 3/4” X 7 3/4”, 2 pp.,
Hartford , Mar. 5, 1777, in part: “Pay to Mr. Daniel Dimock on order the sum of twenty eight pounds seventeen shilling & seven guinea
farthings lawful money for the purchase & premium of 116 1/2 Saltpetre...”. Signed at bottom by JESSE ROOT. Repair at fold, edge
wear, else fine. Saltpetre, often referred to as potassium nitrate, is the critical oxidizing component of gunpowder.
$100 - 150
555. AMERICAN REVOLUTION Group of four Revolutionary era documents Includes two partly printed State of Connecticut pay vouchers
signed by American soldier and patriot OLIVER WOLCOTT, JR. dated May 1793 and Feb. 1784, a clipped signature of THOMAS RODNEY
who fought at Trenton and Princeton and was part of the Delaware militia, and a District of Mass. shipping document dated June 1804.
Very good.
$100 - 150
556. MEMBERS OF THE HOUSES OF PARLIAMENT, 1724 Printed document, “A Compleat and Exact List of Both Houses of the Sixth Parliament of Great Britain...As they Stood On the 6th Day of January, 1724-5”, 40pp. 8vo., London, 1725, with every member listed including area represented, title, and employment, with King George II of course mentioned first. Disbound, very good.
$100 - 150
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557. MUSKET BALL AND GRAPESHOT Group of musket balls and grapeshot from the American Revolution. The collection, a majority
of which comes from the Kravic and Sprouse Collection, consists of a ball from Fort Ticonderoga, a ball from Freeman’s Farm near
Saratoga, a fired ball from Brandywine, Pa., a ball from Crown Point, N.Y., a ball recovered from a British ship near Charleston, S.C., and
grapeshot from Mount Independence. A nice group housed in a riker mount, ready for display.
$200 - 300
558. POWDER HORN Large powder horn, approximately 18” in length, likely owned by a British soldier or Tory. Bears detailed carving
throughout, including a large ship with cannons, a British coat of arms with a lion and horse, and a map of the Hudson River from the
Adirondacks and including Long Island Sound. Along the length is carved:“Defending King George Your Country & Lawes Defending
Yourselves & Ye Protestant Cause Ensign Nathan Myrton 3 Co. Y. Arty.” The piece certainly has the appearance of an 18th century powder
horn. Should be examined in person, sold as is.
$400 - 600
559. U.S.S. CHESAPEAKE VS. U.S.S. SHANNON JAMES FREEMAN CURTIS (d. 1839) U.S. Naval
officer and midshipman aboard the U.S.S. Chesapeake when it was captured by the H.M.S. Shannon in the climatic 1813 battle off Boston Harbor. He additionally served aboard U.S.S. Constitution when she captured the H.M.S. Cyane and H.M.S. Levant. He was also the father of James
F. Curtis II (1825 - 1914) the noted 49er, San Francisco vigilante leader and the city’s first police
chief. Superb A.D.S. “James Freeman Curtis U.S. Navy“ 1p. oblong 8vo., Boston, Sept. 22, 1817
certifying the identity of a seaman who served with him aboard the U.S.S. Chesapeake in the
1813 battle. The document reads, in full: “This certifies that the bearer Thomas Arthur served
on board the U.S. Frigate Chesapeake from the period of her sailing from Boston in Decr. 1812
till she was captured by the British Frigate Shannon June 1st 1813. & was carried as a prisoner
of War to Halifax, during all which time I belonged to said ship as a midshipman.“ Matted and
framed with a partly-printed D.S. “Thomas Arthur“, 1p. legal folio, Boston, Sept. 23, 1817, appointing Charles P. Curtis of Boston as his lawful attorney: “I Thomas Arthur, late a seaman on
board the Frigate Chesapeake, now of Boston ... ordain .. in my stead and place ...Charles P.
Curtis ... Attorney at Law to be my true, sufficient and lawful attorney for me and in my name
... to demand & receive from the Clerk of the District Court of the United Sates for the District
of Massachusetts - or from the Marshall of said District ... all sums of money owed me as prize
money for any captures made by the Frigate Chesapeake ... “ The attorney named in the power
of Attorney was James Freeman Curtis’ older brother Charles Pelham Curtis, a prominent member of the Boston Bar. The 1813 duel between the two frigates was made famous by the Chesapeake’s Capt. James Lawrence’s final order: “Don’t give up the ship!” Both documents bear the
usual folds, some minor marginal tears, else very good. condition. Both matted and framed
with an image of the naval battle between the American and British frigates.
$600 - 800
560. (BENJAMIN FRANKLIN) JEAN-BAPTISTE NINI MEDALLION Large 3 5/8” high relief glazed ceramic clay medallion of Benjamin Franklin, produced by Jean-Baptiste
Nini. Nini has signed and dated the medallion on Franklin’s trunk, “Nini 1777“. Nini
produced several varieties of Franklin medallions, with this variety having the inscription “B. Franklin - Americain“ surrounding Franklin’s bust wearing his familiar fur cap.
Being a celebrated genius, Franklin was an individual worthy of the Nini medallions.
On June 3, 1779, Franklin sent a letter from France to his daughter in Philadelphia,
recognizing the privilege of such an honor, he wrote: “The clay medallion you say you
gave to Mr. Hopkinson was the first of the kind made in France. A variety of others
have been made since of different sizes; some to be set in the lids of snuffboxes, and
some so small as to be worn in rings; and the numbers sold are incredible. These,
with the pictures, busts, and prints, (of which copies upon copies are spread everywhere,) have made your father’s face as well known as that of the moon, so that he
durst not do anything that would oblige him to run away, as his phiz would discover
him wherever he should venture to show it. It is said by learned etymologists, that
the name doll, for the images children play with, is derived from the word IDOL. From
the number of dolls now made of him, he may be truly said, in that sense, to be idoll-ized in this country”. The medallion has a few points of wear at the top left and
right edge, else a fine example of this contemporary
Revolutionary War period piece.
$1,500 - 2,000
561. BRITISH FIELD MARSHAL’S PRESENTATION AWARD FIELD MARSHALL SIR GEORGE HOWARD
(1718-1796) Howard commanded the 3rd Regiment of Foot at the Battle of Fontenoy during the War of the
Austrian Succession, fought at the Battle of Falkirk and the Battle of Culloden during the Jacobite Rebellion
and was accused of treating the defeated highlanders harshly. He commanded a brigade at the Battle of
Warburg in 1760 during the Seven Year’s War, was Colonel of the 7th (The Queen’s Own) Regiment of Dragoons and then the 1st (The King’s) Dragoon Guards, and was appointed Knight of the Bath in 1763. He
served in the House of Commons 1761 until his death. A commemorative gift given to Howard during his
career, although we cannot determine its exact use, a 2 1/4” x 3 3/4” silver plated copper medallion bearing a lion and crown representative of the King of England, with a rectangular tab soldered at top. The reverse is unfinished. The medallion is contained within a linen backed leather case of approximately the
same date, with a paper label affixed with writing in a later hand: “Field Marshal Sir George Howard of Effingham commandant the King’s Dragoon Guards 1779”. Plating on the medallion is worn in places, leather
presentation case typically worn from age.
$600 - 800
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The War Between the States
Lee offers his
family genealogy
562. ROBERT E. LEE Fine genealogical content A.L.S.
“R. E. Lee“ 1p. 8vo., Lexington, Va., Oct 9, 1868 to Mr.
Edwin James, and writes, in full: “Dear Sir, I have forgotten the year in which Mr. Charles Lee was born, also
the date of the birth of Judge Bushrod Washington, I
have no records to which I can find. By reference to Dr.
Thos: Miller of Washington City who married the 3rd
daughter of Mr. Lee, you may probably learn the date
of the births of both gentlemen. Very Rspy R. E. Lee”
Lee is referring to Charles Lee (1758 - 1815) who
served as Attorney General in the Washington and
Adams administrations. Charles was the brother of
Henry “Light Horse Harry” Lee (1756-1818) and the
uncle of Robert. Ornately framed with an engraving, biographical plaque and “A Genealogical Chart of The
Lees of Virginia” showing Charles lee on the fourth
generation (1758 - 1815). The mat is done in relief suggesting a tree making for a superb presentation. Fine
condition.
$4,000 - 5,000
“The killing of Bill Anderson is “
Confirmed beyond a Doubt”
563. THE DEATH OF “BLOODY BILL” ANDERSON JAMES CRAIG (1819 - 1875) Union
brigadier general who commanded artillery at Antietam, Fredericksburg and Chancellorsville where he was wounded and captured, later rejoining for Gettysburg. Fine
content war-date A.L.S. “Jas. Craig”, 1p. 4to., [Missouri], Oct. 29, 1864, to an unnamed lieutenant. Three days after Anderson was ambushed by militiamen fighting
under Craig, he writes, in part: “...Henry Brett...employed by Gen. Fisk will hand you
this note. He has captured two Rebels in Gentry Co. who will be in tonight...[I] have
instructed him to turn the Two Horses over to you & that you will permit him to
ride...on public business to Clay Co...“. He adds in a postscript: “The killing of Bill Anderson is Confirmed beyond a Doubt”. Fine. Confederate partisan William T. “Bloody
Bill” Anderson (c. 1838 – October 26, 1864) was known for his brutality towards Union
soldiers, and pro Union partisans. With Quantrill and the James Brothers, Anderson
participated in Quantrill’s raid on Lawrence, Kansas where an estimated 200 civilian
men and boys were killed.
$750 - 1,000
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564. JOHN S. MOSBY (1833 - 1916) Confederate
officer, “The Grey Ghost” led his Partisan Rangers
on numerous troublesome raids against Union
forces and supply trains. His signature “Very
Truly Jno. S. Mosby“ on a small slip. Matted and
framed with a carte-de-visite portrait of Mosby.
Light vertical crease does little to detract from this
fine bold, signature.
$1,000 - 1,500
565. ROBERT ANDERSON (1805 - 1871) Union brigadier general, the “Hero of Fort Sumter”, who refused Confederate demands to surrender the fort and ultimately endured two days of bombardment before capitulating. Signature clipped from a letter, 2 1/4” x 4 1/2”,
most likely war date, signed: “Respectfully your servt. Robert Anderson Brig. Gen. U.S.A”.
$100 - 200
566. PIERRE G. T. BEAUREGARD (1818-1893) Confederate major general who initiated the attack on Fort Sumter that started the Civil War. He also led with distinction at First Bull Run, Shiloh, and in the defense of Richmond. Scarce, good
content war-date A.L.S. as brigadier general, 1p. 8vo., Charleston, Apr. 30, 1861,
written just a little more than two weeks after he commanded the bombardment
of Fort Sumter just offshore. Beauregard writes to Col. R. W. Habersham, in part:
“...I beg to thank you & the Hon. Trescott for your kind offer which I will be happy
to accept as soon as I will be able to leave on my Tour of Inspection of the Coast.
I think the suggestions contained in your letter, [are] of such importance, that I
have inclosed the letter to the Gov’r...“. Trimmed slightly at top, bottom margin a
bit frayed, neither defect affecting text, else very good.
$700 - 900
567. MILLEDGE LUKE BONHAM (1813 - 1890) Confederate brigadier general who
commanded troops on Morris Island, at the beginning of the war, and a brigade
at First Bull Run. In January, 1863 he resigned to become governor of South Carolina, after which he was reappointed to brigadier general and led a cavalry
brigade in the Carolinas. War date A.L.S. as governor, 1p. 4to., Columbia, Nov.
13, 1963 to Confederate Secretary of War, James A. Seddon: “I have the honor to
state in reply to your communication of 5th inst. that I omitted to mention that
the agent referred to by governor Gist was Thomas J. Moore. Capt. Keitt named
no one.“ Separated folds repaired on verso, some minor losses marginal chips not
affecting text, else very good.
$200 - 300
568. TELEGRAMS SENT TO MAJ. GEN. JOHN C. BRECKENRIDGE War-date manuscript document, 1p. 4to., Nov. 7, 1863 during his campaign in and around Tennessee, a copy by one of his aides of the texts of three telegrams received by the
general, all having been sent from Bristol, Tn. The first was sent by an unidentified
A.A.G.: “Have just arrived here with three hundred sixty (360) men do you wish
them brought immediately forward...”. The second, also from an adjutant, reads:
“...Troops have just arrive. Genl [?] suggests that we go down early in the morning as night is not very safe...”. The last was sent by a
Capt. J. M. Orr sending flour and wagons. Bottom margin curled a bit, else very good.
$150 - 200
569. HENRY B. CARRINGTON (1824 - 1912) Union brigadier general placed in command of the Mountain District, a military department
created to include the Powder River country, through which the Bozeman Trail had been forged. When Carrington arrived with the Second
Battalion, 18th Infantry, to garrison the new trail, he underestimated Lakota and Cheyenne resistance to the incursion and invasion, and
what became known as “Red Cloud’s War” began on July 9, 1866, when Carrington marched north of Fort Connor. He also oversaw the
disastrous Fetterman Battle, and spent much of the rest of his life trying to salvage his reputation in the wake of that overwhelming defeat. Signed book written by Carrington, Washington the Soldier, Lamson, Wolffe & Co.: New York, 1898, first edition. On the front flyleaf
Carrington pens a lengthy inscription, adding: “Born at Wallingford Ct. March 2nd 1824 Dated at Wallingford Ct. July 15, 1900“. Light,
scattered foxing on the first few pages, else very good.
$150 - 200
570. JAMES CHESNUT, JR. (1815 - 1885) Confederate brigadier general who also served on Jefferson Davis’ staff, he and Stephen D. Lee
bore to Major Anderson the formal demand to surrender Fort Sumter before the bombardment began. A.L.S. 1p. 8vo., “Senate“ [Washington], June 15, 1860 to the Hon. J. L. Manning writing, in part: “... I understand that you are not going to the White Sulphur [Springs]
this Summer. If such is the fact; and if you have not other ways arranged & if it should be perfectly agreeable to you. I will thank you if
you can give me an order for your cottage...“ Usual folds, else very good condition.
$200 - 300
571. WAR-DATE DOCUMENT FROM A MORGAN RAIDER AND SPY Rare partly printed D.S., 1p., 4to., Atlanta, Ga., March 7, 1864, a
requisition for forage signed twice by Morgan Raider Captain J.B. Castleman. He was a confessed Confederate spy, and later banished
from the country. From Kentucky, he enlisted in Co. D of Morgan’s Squadron, and soon commanded the 2nd. Kentucky Cavalry. After
the death of Morgan, he was captured on Oct. 30, 1864 in Indiana, and was held in solitary confinement for ten months. He was released
in August 1865 under a decree of banishment, and was sent to Canada. This scarce document requests “three horses and one hundred
eight pounds of corn”. Fine
$400 - 500
572. JEFFERSON DAVIS (1808 - 1889) President of the Confederacy who led his armies beyond the surrender at Appomattox. Memorial
services program, St. Johns Church, Savannah, Ga., Dec. 11, 1889, 8vo., 4 pp. Program contains hymns to be sung memorializing the
dead Confederate president, with the back page having an image of Davis with the quote “I have fought a good fight, I have finished my
course, I have kept the faith”. Below his image, in bold letters, it reads “AT REST“. A rare Davis memorial program, light edge wear, small
tear, good.
$200 - 300
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573. JEFFERSON DAVIS’ MESSAGE TO CONGRESS EXPLAINING HIS FIRING OF GEN.
JOSEPH E. JOHNSTON Superb content A.Ms., 22pp. legal folio, Richmond , Feb. 11 &
Mar 1, 1865, headed “Correct copies of a letter to [Mississippi Confederate Congressman]
James Phelan of Miss... and a paper prepared for congress... These copies were made by
me at the request of Col. Wm. Preston Johnston.“, a contemporary copy of Jefferson Davis’
lengthy explanation of his decision to remove Joseph E. Johnston from his command.
The original letter was addressed to Col. James Phelan of Mississippi who had asked Davis
for his rationale for removing Joseph E. Johnston from his command following his failure
to halt the Union advance toward Atlanta. Following Atlanta’s fall, a public clamor ensued
demanding Johnston be reinstated. Davis acquiesced after Robert E. Lee requested the
move. This copy, transcribed by secretary W.G. Howell includes Davis’ cover letter to Phelan which notes: “...[I] do not see that I can answer it appropriately than by sending you
the annexed copy of a paper which I had prepared for transmission to Congress. As it
would however have been necessary, to accompany it if sent with a protest against any
congressional interference with the Junction exclusively executive of assigning officers
to command. I determined to withhold it rather than under existing circumstances send
it to Congress, with such a protest, as I should have felt bound to make. The paper willfully explain my views and position in the matter. I may add that since the accompanying
paper was written Genl. Lee has asked that Genl. Johnson should be ordered to report to
him for duty and that I have complied with this with the hope that Genl. Johnston’s soldierly qualities may be made serviceable to his country, when acting under Genl. Lee’s
orders, and, that in his new position those defects, which I found manifested by him when
serving as an independent commander will be remedied by the control of the Genl in
Chief...“ Davis’s message to the Confederate Congress, made on Feb. 18, 1865, reads,
in very small part: “...At the commencement of this present war there were few persons
in the Confederacy who entertained a more favorable opinion of Genl. Johnston as a soldier than I did. I knew him to be brave and well informed in his profession. I believed that
he possessed with capacity for becoming a successful commander in the field.... it has
recently been apparent that there exists in some quarters a purpose not simply to criticize
the past, but to arraign me before the bar of public opinion and to compel me to do what
my judgment and conscience disapprove or to destroy my power for usefulness, by undermining the confidence of my fellow citizens...“
In defense of his position, Davis noted several instances where Johnston had ordered a retreat prematurely, including Harper’s Ferry
and Yorktown as well as poor decision making in the Vicksburg campaign allowing the loss of that strategic city. After Vicksburg, “My
confidence in Genl. Johnston[‘s] fitness for separate command was now destroyed. The proof was too complete to admit of longer doubt,
that he was deficient in enterprise, tardy in movements, defective in preparing, and singularly neglected of the duty of preserving our
means of supply, and transportation, although experience should have taught him their value and the difficulty of procuring them.“ Despite these reservations, Davis gave Johnston a new command to defend the approach to Atlanta, a decision that produced results all
too familiar: “His course in abandoning a large extent of country abounding in
supplies, and offering from its mountainous character admirable facilities for defense so disheartened and demoralized the Army that he himself announced by
telegram large losses from straggling and desertion...“ Much more fine content.
Bound in marbled covers now detached, light toning and foxing, else very good
condition. William Preston Johnston (1831-1899), who requested this copy be
made, was the son of CSA Gen. Albert Sidney Johnston, served as an aide to Jefferson Davis and was captured with him on May 10, 1865.
$1,500 - 2,000
574. RANDALL LEE GIBSON (1832 - 1892) Confederate brigadier general who
led a brigade at Chickamauga and Chattanooga. He also fought under Hood at
Atlanta and in Tennessee. Lot of two items, includes an A.L.S. on his legal letterhead, 1p. 4to., New Orleans, Mar. 17, 1869, rather cryptic content concerning
his inability to assist his correspondent, and mentioning that the subject discussed shall remain “strictly confidential“. Sold with an A.D.S. also on his letterhead, 1p. 4to., New Orleans, [n.d.], a statement of account concerning the sale
of a lot of land in New Orleans, showing a sum of $1,257.39 due to him. Nicely
signed. Both items very good to fine.
$200 - 300
575. WINFIELD SCOTT HANCOCK (1824 - 1886) Union major general severely
wounded facing Pickett’s charge at Gettysburg, also active at Antietam, Fredericksburg and Chancellorsville. Probable war-date S.P., a sharp carte-de-visite
image picturing Hancock chest, up in uniform in profile, boldly signed at the
bottom of the image: “Winf’d S. Hancock Major General U.S.A.”. Beautifully matted in blue cloth with silver wood fillets and brass biographical plaque, all set
into a matching ornate silver frame. Photo bears a crease at lower chest level
but clear of signature, and a very light corner crease at upper-left, else very
good. Not examined out of frame.
$1,000 - 1,500
576. WINFIELD SCOTT HANCOCK (1824 - 1886) Union major general severely
wounded facing Pickett’s charge at Gettysburg, also active at Antietam, Fredericksburg and Chancellorsville. A.L.S. 1p. 8vo., [n.p., n.d.], to John Coyle. In part:
“...I expect to be home...unless Mrs. Hancock considers to go to the matinee for
the Grand Duchess at 1 P.M. which is not likely. And will be very glad to see you
friend...”. Fine.
$300 - 400
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577. (WILLAM S. HARNEY) (1800 - 1889) Union brigadier general who reached an agreement with Confederate Gen. Sterling Price not
to interfere with the Missouri State Guard, suspected of Southern sympathies and relieved of command in May, 1861. Cabinet photo, 4
1/4” x 6 1/2”, a chest, up pose in uniform by Washburn, New Orleans. Very good.
$75 - 100
578. WILLIAM J. HARDEE (1815 - 1873) Confederate lieutenant general who led his corps at Shiloh and Atlanta, and attempted to halt
Sherman’s March to the Sea. Scarce pre-war D.S. “W. J. Hardee Capt. 2’nd Dragoons Comd’g R. Party“, 1p. 4to., Vera Cruz, Feb. 5, 1848,
a commutation of rations with payment of $15.00 attendant. Some toning, overall very good.
$300 - 400
579. JOHN P. HAWKINS (1830 - 1914) Union brigadier general who commanded a colored brigade during the Mobile campaign. A.L.S.
“John P. Hawkins“ adding rank 1p. 3 1/2” x 4 1/2”, Cincinnati, Mar. 3, 1869, concerning an appointment of Bvt. Brig. Gen. Alonzo W.
Webber as U. S. Marshall in New York. Minor ink stains affect a few letters of text, else very good.
$75 - 100
580. (DANIEL H. HILL) A.L.S. by Hill’s wife, Arkansas Industrial Univ., Fayetteville, 2pp. 8vo., Apr. 26, 1882. Mrs. Hill writes on behalf
of her husband, former C.S.A. Gen. Daniel H. Hill. In part: “Very frequently my husband Gen. Hill gets letters enclosing stamps for his
autograph & photograph. When he is not too busy he sends them and when he forgets it I send them for him. I enclose to you today one
that has been lying around a long time waiting. And in return I now also ask a favor of you. Will you be kind enough to give me the
names & addresses of any land agents who are seeking land in the west, or North Carolina? These lands belonging to my family of six
sisters, of whom Mrs. General T.J. Jackson (Stonewall) & myself are two of them...“. Gen. Hills wife Isabella had a younger sister, Mary
Anna, who married Jackson in 1857. A few repaired splits, and the lower right corner missing, else good.
$100 - 150
Hood writes Joe Johnston promising
to help him obtain an appointment
581. JOHN BELL HOOD (1831-1879) Confederate general during the Civil War, reputation for bravery and
aggressiveness, wounded at Battle of Gettysburg. A.L.S., 1p., 16mo., Headquarters, April 12, 1863, in
pencil, to Major Gen. Joseph Johnston. In full: “Dear Johnston, So soon as this little affair is over, I will
write Wigfall, and sincerely hope you will receive the appointment you desire. You wish to command the
East in N.C. not Brigade. I will aid you with great pleasure all that I can. Yours, Hood“. Hood had replaced
Louis Wigfall as commander of the “Texas Brigade” in early 1862, Wigfall taking a seat in the Confederate
Senate. Johnston is taking advantage of Hood’s relationship with Wigfall asking him to speak with him on
his behalf for a new assignment. In less than three months Hood would be embroiled in the Battle of Gettysburg. Edge roughness, folds, good.
$800 - 1,200
582. JOHN BELL HOOD Scarce signature “John B. Hood“ and pre-war rank as Brevet Second Lieutenant of
Infantry, cut from a document. A bit closely-cut, slight toning, else a very good and most affordable example.
$300 - 400
Writing from Havana in January 1898: “...We are on the eve of something interesting...”
583. FITZHUGH LEE (1835 - 1905) Confederate major general and nephew of Robert E. Lee who directed troops in Stuart’s ride around
McClellan, and fought at Antietam and Gettysburg. He also cut his way out of Appomattox only to surrender two days later. Fine content
A.L.S. as American Consul at Havana, 3pp. 4to., [n.p., Havana], Jan. 14, 1898 describing the civil war then raging in Cuba only weeks
prior the explosion that destroyed the U.S.S. Maine. He writes, in small part: “...We have had a high old time here since Wednesday morning
last. A regular Monkey & Son time, Mobs - riots - streets filled with excited people yelling
death to Blanco! Muerta (death) to Autonomeina! viva Weyler &c &c. The attack was started
by Spanish officers some 50 in number who broke into and destroyed a newspaper office.
The Reconcentration a newspaper in favor of autonomy. A large crowd followed them & they
then came up to the La Discussion paper which had its office just to the left of Ivy Inglaterra
as you look at the square. It was formerly an insurgent paper or leaned that way & Weyler
suppressed it and its editor fled out of the country & returned going to the Insurgents - his
name was Coronado or some such name... By this time the officers has quite a crowd behind
them - the foremost men rushed into the building over some of its police etc and tore up
everything and the crowd yelling and shouting muerta Blanco... the streets are crowded with
the regular soldiers - Infantry and Cavalry ... there is a strong undercurrent of feeling and
excitement vs Blanco and Autonomy. Nothing so far against the U.S. I feel very sorry for ole
Blanco because he has been sent here to do an impossible thing - his own troop regulars will
not support him in it and the volunteers the local defense fellows are very bitter... These fellows in all this are the extreme Spaniards... They all prefer U.S... Annexation to Autonomy.
Whatever may be the outcome of all this, it demonstrates the failure of autonomy... all classes
may ask for U.S. intervention. It is only thing left now and it has become whether to question.
We are on the eve of something interesting...“ More fine content. With original transmittal
envelope. Usual folds, Light toning, else very good condition.
$300 - 400
584. ROBERT E. LEE (January 19, 1807 – October 12, 1870) was a career military officer
who is best known for having commanded the Confederate Army of Northern (1807 - 1870)
Confederate General and commander of the Army of Northern Virginia, arguably the most
brilliant commander of field armies in American history. S.P., a carte de visite, Stonewall
Art Gallery, Boude & Miley, Lexington, Va. back imprint. Lee has bolding signed on the
mount of an image as a Colonel in the U.S. Army. The albumen is a bit light, else fine. The
signature is bold and dark.
$3,000 - 4,000
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“The sad memories of our unfortunate struggle against
everything that was powerful & ungenerous...”
585. JOHN N. MAFFITT (1829-1886) Confederate naval officer, second only to Raphael Semmes. After
service during 1861 in command of a blockade runner, he was given command of a commerce raider,
C.S.S. Florida. Because his ship was unfit for combat, Maffitt made a daring run through the Federal
blockade to Mobile for a refit. Returning to sea in 1863, he destroyed or bonded 22 Federal merchantmen before giving up his command for reasons of health. Rare A.L.S. 2p. 8vo., Wilmington, N.C., Sept.
1, 1874, to a lady regarding the court martial of George Henry Preble, who had been held responsible
for Maffitt’s dash into Mobile. In part: “...I send you the copy of the trial of Capt. Preble. My evidence restored this ver fr [veritable friend] & shipmate to his proper rank - he is now a...Comg at Phila...As soon
as I can collect myself (a poor Confederate farmer, looking out for...his crop), I will devote myself to
you...Ah, my dear Madam, the sad memories, of our unfortunate struggle against everything that was
powerful & ungenerous; causes my heart to shed tears of sorrow - not only over our failure, but for the
majestic lives lost...“. Light staining, very good.
$800 - 1,000
586. J. FRASER MATHEWES Confederate military officer, organized Mathewes Light Artillery which
fought in the defense of Charleston. Mathewes also developed the concept of barring Charleston
Harbor from the entry of hostile vessels by running stout ropes across the harbor - and idea which
ultimately failed. A.L.S., 2pp. 4to., Charleston, Jan. 30, 1865, 18 days before the city surrendered,
to Mr. A. Q. Barton. Mathewes advises that he is shipping by order of Col. Clark 150 parcels of rope
already issued to him and that he will be including some supplies for his family in the same shipment. The goods are to be sent via rail on a circuitous route through Columbia to his family which
had fled to Chester. Very good.
$150 - 200
587. GEORGE B. MCCLELLAN (1826 - 1885) Union major general and general-in-chief of the army
whose hesitation in attacking Confederate forces caused him to be sacked by Lincoln. Bold signature
on a small white card. SOLD WITH: a carte de visite photo of McClellan in uniform standing beside his seated wife, Gutekunst, Phila.
backstamp. Fine.
$100 - 150
588. JAMES B. MCPHERSON (1828 - 1864) Union major general who fought in Grant’s Tennessee campaigns, lead the right wing at
Vicksburg, and was killed in battle at Atlanta. Signed 1 3/4” x 3”card: “Jas. B. McPherson Maj. Genl.” A dark bold signature from this rare
KIA Union general.
$400 - 600
589. THOMAS F. MEAGHER AND YOUNG IRELANDERS (1823 - 1867) Irish-born Union brigadier general who commanded his Irish
Brigade at Antietam, Fredericksburg and Chancellorsville where his brigade was decimated. Signed album page, “Thomas Francis
Meagher”, along with signatures of other 19th Century Irish politicians, and “Young Irelanders”, including “Charles Gavin Duffy Richmond
Prison 1849” (1816-1903), “William S. O’Brien” (1803-1864), and “John Martin” (1812-1875). The Young Irelander Rebellion was a failed
Irish nationalist uprising led by the Young Ireland movement. It took place on 29 July 1848 in the village of Ballingarry, County Tipperary.
After being chased by a force of Young Irelanders and their supporters, an Irish constabulary unit raided a house and took those inside
as hostages. A several-hour gunfight followed, but the rebels fled after a large group of police reinforcements arrived. The 4” x 4” heavy
paper stock page is lightly toned, and has a light crease, else fine.
$300 - 400
590. HUGH WEEDON MERCER (1808 - 1877) Confederate brigadier general who commanded
the defense of Savannah and later joined Hardee in the Atlanta campaign. Partly-printed D.S., a
ten dollar bank note issued by The Planters Bank of the State of Georgia, 1856, signed by Mercer
as Cashier. Usual wear from circulation, light soiling but boldly signed, very good. $100 - 150
591. JAMES MULLIGAN (1830-1864) Union officer who raised the Irish Brigade, he was mortally wounded at Winchester and begged his men to “Lay me down and save the flag!”. rare
war-date L.S. “Jas. A. Mulligan” as colonel, 1pp. sm. folio, Head Quarters 2d Division, Department West Virginia, New Creek, Virginia, Nov. 29, 1863, addressed to Col. Quirk, then commanding the Irish Brigade. In part: “...I have received the Muster Rolls of A,D,F, G, E, C, also
Descriptive Rolls of Field Staff and Line of our regt. E and C. I return you, the company commanders having failed to sign the certificate. You will please cause the omission to be corrected...”. Fine
$500 - 700
592. LUCIUS EUGENE POLK (1833 - 1892) Confederate officer who rose from private in the Yell
Rifles to the rank of brigadier general under Patrick Cleburne by the end of 1862. Nephew of
general Leonidas Polk. A.L.S. 1p. 4to., Atwood, Tenn., Oct 31, 1844 to Secretary of the Navy
John Y. Mason in Washington, writing, in part: “My nephew Thomas G. Polk is an applicant for a
midshipman’s Warrant he is a boy of fine constitution, uncommonly bold and fearless and very
desirous of serving his country in the Navy ...“ With integral transmittal envelope addressed in
his hand. Tipped along left margin to a larger sheet, else very good.
$200 - 300
593. WILLIAM S. ROSECRANS (1819-1898) Union major general who headed the Army of the Cumberland to gain a hard-won victory at Murfreesboro, only to be routed by Longstreet at Chickamauga. Fine association A.L.S on Treasury dept. letterhead, 1p. 8vo., [Washington], Sep. 8, 1887
to Louis Garesche, in part: “...I will comply with your request as soon as I have had time to read
the book carefully. The opening chapters which I have read strike me favorably. The narrative is
clear, simple, faithful to facts...“. Very good. No doubt Rosecrans’ correspondent was related to Louis Garesche (1821-1862), who declined a
general’s commission to serve as Rosecrans’ chief of staff. Garesche had premonitions of his death in his first battle, and they came to fruition.
Leading a charge at Stones River, a cannonball blew his head off, and his horse continued to carry his upright, headless body some distance
before his horrified command. Likely the book mentioned was a biography of the late Union officer.
$100 - 150
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594. NO LOT
595. JAMES A. SEDDON (1815-1880) Confederate Secretary of War from 1862 until February 1865, when he was sacked because of his
removal of Johnston at Atlanta. War date partly-printed D.S. “J A Seddon“ as Secretary of War, 1p. legal folio on Confederate War Department letterhead, Sept. 26, 1864 being a pay warrant for $150,000 to be paid to Confederate Treasurer E. C Elmore “...to be placed to
the credit of Capt. Z. S. Farland A.C. S. Newton King & Queen Co. Va....“. The use of the vast sum, noted at the bottom, was for “...Purchase
of Sub Stores &c....“. Marginal wear, weak folds repaired on verso, else very good.
$300 - 400
596. RAFAEL SEMMES (1809 - 1877) Confederate admiral of the raider Alabama which battled
and was eventually destroyed by the Union frigate Kearsarge off Cherbourg in 1864. Scarce
A.L.S. 1p. 4to., Mobile, June 22, 1876 to Wm. L Maury, Jr. responding to his inquiry “...as to business prospects in Mobile. When I say to you, that our people have been and still are envying the
prosperity of Savannah, you will be able to form some idea of the dearth of business, in our
stagnant - old City of the Gulf. A man who can bring some capital with him, can find something
to do with is here, as everywhere, else, lest where we have one place to fill by a young man without capital, we have at least half a dozen young men anxious to fill it. But if you care looking for
a new place of business, the best plan is to visit the locality, yourself, and examine for yourself“.
Mounting remnants on verso, usual folds, light soiling, else very good condition. $800 - 1,000
597. PHILIP H. SHERIDAN (1831 - 1888) Union major general of cavalry and famous Indian
fighter. Sheridan’s fighting prowess was evident throughout the war, from Booneville to Chickamauga and the elimination of J.E.B. Stuart at Yellow Tavern. Bold signature adding rank as lieutenant general on a small card. Fine.
$100 - 150
“...It would not be difficult to organize
an Excelsior Division...”
598. DANIEL SICKLES (1825-1914) Union major general who commanded a brigade at Chancellorsville and Gettysburg, where his rash advance in the Peach Orchard nearly caused a Union rout.
War date A.L.S. 3pp. 8vo., “Head Quarters Near Alexandria“ Sep. 29, 1862 to Adjutant Gen. Lorenzo
Thomas concerning expanding the Excelsior Brigade into a full division: “I have received several
applications from Regiments desiring to join my command and believing it would not be difficult
to organize an Excelsior Division to be comprised of New York Regiments if the Governor favors
the proposal. In order to develop the Excelsior Brigade into a
Division I would begin by organizing the 2nd Excelsior
Brigade, under the command of Brig. Gen. Milton Taylor (late
Col of the 72nd N.Y.) With your Approval five of your new
Regiments could be so organized... Those Regiments desiring
to [?] in the Division could be ascertained & made known to
you through Col. Graham now in charge at New York City.
Four Regiments would be sufficient: because I would add Gen.
Taylors orphaned Regiments to his Brigade; and so with the
other Brigades of the Division - I would assign one of my veteran Regiments to each new Brigade. There is good reason
to believe that Col. Dwight will by promoted as soon as [?]
and Col. Graham … for that such Brigade would be commanded by experienced officers. While in Albany I submitted
this programme [?] to His Excellency the Governor who was
pleased to signify his approval … Col. Benedict desires to join
the Division. Col. Buckingham has expressed the same desire.
Col. Trumbull also and Col Danforth. I believe I could organize a Division which would do credit to our State - and if I do
not overestimate the success of the Excelsior Brigade the public judgment would approve of its expansion into a Division.“
On the verso, a penciled endorsement (possibly in Thomas’
hand) notes that “ … his Excellency Gov. Morgan would not
disapprove of the formation of a division … He nevertheless
deems it best to take no active part in the matter leaving the
Government to take such a course as may be deemed most conducive to the good of the service … “ The Army never did see the utility
in expanding the Excelsior Brigade into a full division. Sickles, with little formal military training, was far more concerned with his public
reputation than improving his command skills. This fact would play out tragically at Gettysburg where his insubordination nearly destroyed the III Corps on July 2, 1863. Sickles lost his leg to a cannonball in the battle, effectively ending his military career.$500 - 700
599. DANIEL SICKLES (1825-1914) Union major general who commanded a brigade at Chancellorsville and Gettysburg, where his rash
advance in the Peach Orchard nearly caused a Union rout. A.L.S. 4pp. 8vo., Madrid, Mar. 14, 1870, in part: “...Just now we have the Carnival in Madrid...the people seem insane...Gen. McCook of Ohio & his daughter are here. He was I believe a delegate to the July Convention
in New York...“. Difficult to read, but with additional mention of his promotion to brigadier general, some political content, etc. Some
cross-writing, light soiling, else very good.
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600. ISAAC R. TRIMBLE (1802 - 1888) Confederate major general who led Pender’s forces during Picket’s charge at Gettysburg after the
former was wounded. He was severally wounded, losing a leg and captured. War date signature, “I. R. Trimble Brigr. Genl. Comdg.“ on
a small lined slip of paper. Signature somewhat faded. Light vertical creases, else very good. Matted and framed with a portrait of Trimble.
$300 - 400
601. THS SURRENDER OF VICKSBURG AND CAPTURE OF JACKSON Excellent content letter describing the surrender of Vicksburg and
the capture of Jackson, contained in an A.L.S. by Pvt. Albert Cutter, Co. E., 16th Mass. Infantry, Bear Creek, Miss., 6pp. 8vo., July 30,
1863. In part: “...We soldiers are having high times down here in old Miss. We have got the rebels routed from this part of the country
and have gone into camp 17 miles back of Vicksburg on what is called Bear Creek. We are about five miles from the Big Black River...the
folks as soon as we come into a place are all good union men but they do not like to see their Darkies run off with the Yankees as they
call us. The 4th of July was a glorious one to us although we could not celebrate it any other way than by marching towards Jackson to
fight for our country. The rebels surrendered on the morning of the 4th and about noon we got orders to be ready to march at three.
We marched out to black river on the evening of the 4th and camped on the banks of the river. Shortly after I wrote to you last we left
the breast works and moved out 17 miles from there and as soon as Vicksburg was surrendered we got orders to follow Jo Johnson up
and give him battle if he made any resistance. We crossed the river on the fifth and marched out 7 miles and camped to wait for the
rest of our forces to cross the river. We being on the advance, our Army Corps was all across the river by the next morning and we once
more on the march. We did not march over 12 miles a day for the weather was so hot and sultry that the soldiers could not stand it…
On the 9th we moved up towards Jackson drove their Skirmishers inside of their breast works and moved up and took our position. In
the night and at daybreak on the 10th our guns opened on the rebels forts. The rebels answered promptly to our guns. We were exposed
to the rebels shells a great deal during the siege of Jackson, by siege, and not to storm the place unless it was actually necessary so you
see we did not have to do any charging. All we had to do was to lay behind our breast works that we had built the first night and keep
our skirmishers in the rifle pitts ahead and shell them to their hearts content. We hold our position until the night of the 16th. The
rebels marched out of Jackson in regular military style playing Dixie Land Bonnie Blue Flag and the next morning our men marched in
there playing Yankee Doodle Dixie Land and several other tunes that I do not know the name of. Two days after the evacuation of Jackson
we followed his rear guard out 14 miles and had a little battle with 3000 of them. The enemy left us victories of the field. The loss on
our side was 2 killed and two wounded the rebels loss was 7 killed and 23 wounded. The name of the place that we were after was Brandon. We camped in Brandon that night and the next morning. Burnt the Depot and tore up the rail road track and returned to
Jackson...The month of July has been filled with one series of victories. On the 4th of July the surrender of Vicksburg with 32,728 prisoners 218 pieces of Artillery 40,000 stand of small arms 132 Caissons and any ammunition. And on the same Prices forces in Arkansas
attracted Gen. Prentiss. Our forces took 900 prisoners there. On the 8th the surrender of Port Hudson with 5,000 prisoners...“. Fine.
$300 - 400
602. UNION SENTINEL SHOOTS A CONFEDERATE SPY Excellent content
A.L.S. by First Lt. Charles Morfoot, Co. C, 101st Ohio Infantry, Murfreesboro,
5pp., 8vo., Apr. 8, 1863. Morfoot writes to his son regarding a Confederate
spy attempting to pass through their lines. In part: “...a man here the other
day. He was at our camp at Nashville and also here singing Patriot songs
and selling them. He claimed to belong to the army as army poet and
singer. He went to get a pass to go through our lines and they suspisioned
him and searched him and found in his boots a draft of our forts and everything complete. They arrested him and he got away from the gard at night
and got to the picket line and was trying to pass. The sentinal halted him.
He did not stop. He fired one shot and halted him again but no stop . The
next time he shot him dead. The old cus he won’t carry any more news to
Dixy. The rebs are catching fits every few days. we send out divisions scouting all the time. Sheridans Division and the 3rd and 10th Cavalry came in
yesterday. After a scout of 5 or 6 days they brought 152 rebs 5 mule teams
and 50 or 60 horses and killed 30 or 40 rebs. I expect our turn to go again
in a few days...“. Morfoot saw action in several campaigns , including
Chickamauga, Nashville, and Kennesaw mountain. Fine.
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603. MARCUS J. WRIGHT (1831 - 1922) Confederate brigadier general wounded at Shiloh, returning to fight at Chickamauga and Atlanta.
He later compiled the Official Records of the Civil War. A.L.S., 3pp., War Records Office, Washington, Oct. 18, 1894 to Mr. Rice regarding
the sale of property. In part: “We have to pay the owner ($40,000) forty thousand dollars for the property. I have to divide with Jun...No
my dear fellow, see what you can do about it. I feel that everything said of it in endorsed papers, is strictly time...you can refer him to
Hon. N.J. Whitehouse Columbia Tennessee...“. Very good.
$75 - 100
604. AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION Small grouping of cut signatures of various historical figures, includes generals MARK CLARK, CARL
SCHURZ, DAVID MCMURTRIE GREGG, THOMAS L. CLINGMAN, Supreme Court Justice NOAH SWAYSN, and two others.
$100 - 150
605. CIVIL WAR GENERALS Group of four signatures of Civil War generals, includes: WILLIAM T. SHERMAN, ROBERT O. TYLER, JOSEPH
E. JOHNSTON, with a document signed by LORENZO THOMAS, 1p. . 4to., Aug. 19, 1861 assigning surgeon Sackley to duty under
Philip Kearney. Signatures mounted, else fine.
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606. CONTROVERSIAL POLITICIANS Fine lot of seven signatures of controversial politicians of the Civil War era, includes: STEPHEN A.
DOUGLAS, JOHN C. CALHOUN, WILLIAM H. SEWARD, SCHUYLER COLFAX (Vice President), HORATIO SEYMOUR, HENRY WILSON (Vice
President) and JOHN VAN BUREN. All are mounted, condition generally good to very good.
$150 - 200
607. UNION GENERALS Group of three Civil War Union general signatures, cut from letters, most probably war date, including ALFRED
PLEASANTON, GEORGE STONEMAN, and JOSEPH REYNOLDS. All have added their rank below their signature. Stoneman and Reynolds
fine, Pleasanton weak at fold.
$100 - 150
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608. CIVIL WAR DIARIES OF JOSEPH SCHNEIDER, 95TH ILLINOIS
VOLS. Pair of war-date diaries of Joseph Schneider, Company A,
95th Regt. Illinois Vols. Both are of the pocket variety, one purchased in December 1863 with backdated entries beginning in
March, the other “Bought January second at Vicksburg, Mississippi
in the year of our Lord 1864” with entries covering the entire year
of 1864. The 95th Illinois fought bravely during the siege of Vicksburg losing dozens of soldiers in two brave assaults in May 1863,
they later fought at Fort De Russy , the Red River expedition as
well as in pursuit of General Hood after the battle of Nashville.
With good content, the diaries read in part: “...[3/28/63] the boat
started gain, went up the river 60 miles and there stoped foraged
some corn...then turned around land on the Miss. side loosened a
negro which was in chains...[4/28] two boat loads of Darkies came
here to day, they came from Mississippi...[5/4] General Steele’s Division passed by here today...450 prisoners captured at Grand
Gulf...[5/19] Our Regiment made charge on the Rebels works
today but had to retreat again. Had five wounded...[5/22]Our Regiment made another heavy charge, retreated with a heavy loss.
We had 16 wounded and five killed in our company...[5/31] Our
forces were driven away from Pirkensens Landing today. The rebs
captured a lot of there stuff. The Rebs was 2,000 strong...[6/20]
We had a bombardment today, shot from each gun sixty rounds,
it began at 4 am and lasted till nine am...[6/25] Logan blowed up
the big fort today at half past four PM they had pretty heavy fight
over it the 45 Ill lost pretty heavy...[6/27]Logan had some 60 killed
in about 100 minutes...[7/1] Logan blowed up the fort again,
blowed up several men...[7/4] Vicksburg was surrendered at nine
oclock this morning. 35,000 prisoners and 206 canon...[8/14]Gen. Grant & Adjt General Thomas he was soluted with six guns at six in
the morning...[9/15] Our cavalry followed them up and overtook the rear guard skirmished with them killed several of the Rebs, had
one of the 72nd Ill killed...[1/25/1864] we had regimental review and inspection. We was reviewed by General Dennis and inspected by
Lieut Col. Strong...[3/15] we captured 300 prisoners some 12 guns...[4/23] at half past seven there is heavy cannonading ahead of
us....we began to fight gain at 11 am. We drove the rebs back. We was laying in support of the Missiouri battery...[5/5] The skirmish
began pretty early this morning and was kept up all day. In the afternoon our cavalry charged on the Rebs but they were driven
back...[5/7] at two we met the enemy in pretty good force, there was a charge made on both sides. We took 7 prisoners. We had some
killed and wounded...[5/19] Our regiment came in at noon. They were not yet in the fight. The loss on our side was 150 killed about the
same number wounded. That of the rebs was much greater. We also took 430 prisoners. The Rebs retreated back some eight miles they
sent in a flag of truce to bury the dead...[6/10] we began to fight at half past two, our loss was pretty heavy, the Col. was killed...” Much
more. Both field carried and worn accordingly, and in good condition.
$1,000 - 1,500
609. 1863 DIARY WITH GETTYBURG CONTENT OF JOHN W. HAMMOND, 2ND N.H. VOLS. Excellent content leather bound 1863 pocket
diary kept by John W. Hammond, Co. A, N.H. 2nd Infantry, 12mo., several pages of excellent content, in pencil. The 2nd New Hampshire
was involved in several major campaigns, including Second Bull Run, and Gettysburg, where twenty two men were killed, one hundred
thirteen wounded, and thirty seven either captured or missing. Hammond was wounded in the hip on the second day of the battle, July
2nd. In Feb. 1863 the regiment headed to New Hampshire to a rousing reception in Manchester and Concord. The regiment was reinforced with ninety four men, and on May 25th set out to rejoin the army, eventually making its way to Gettysburg on July 2nd. This excellent content diary reads in part: “June 21...Gum Springs, Va. Here we are this Sabbath morning everything packed and ready to move
but most of us hoping we may stop here through the day. Received a mail from home the first since we left Washington. One letter from
father. Towards night we moved our camp into new and better position ...Went on guard for Belknap, from six o’clock...June 22...Gum
Spring, Va., On guard duty till six o’clock P.M...At noon orders came that no one should be allowed to go outside the guard with out a
pass from Regt. or Brigd. Head Quarters and the guard was extended so as to take in the celebrated gum spring from which to get
water...On guard through the night over Regt’s horse by new detail...June 24...Out on the road. Orders for an inspection tomorrow at
nine o’clock A.M. in heavy marching order...Proceeded to clean my rifle...Drill at two o’clock P.M. in manual of arms while on drill orders
came for three regts. of our Brigd. to go out front for the purpose of keeping open communications between ours and the third and
eleventh corps. Stopped for the night in a nice grove near the house of a man who is apparently a guerilla, as there are various barrels
and boxes marked U.S. Sun. Dept. laying around....June 25...On the bank of the Cheasapeake and Ohio Canal...left our Bivouac about
six o’clock A.M. and moved towards Ewards Ferry crossing the Potomac at that place about four o’clock. Took the tow path of the canel
and proceeded up between that and the river...Commenced raining quite steady so that the path we are following becomes very slippery,
and after traveling along till after eleven o’clock P.M. and still no signs of a halt...fall out for the night...June 26...Near Point of Rocks
on the Md. side of the potomac...Early this morning started on to overtake the Regt. Found them scattered all along the canal...Overtook
the bulk of the Brigd. just after crossing Mataneez acquaduct and proceeded to this place arriving here about six o’clock P.M...June
27...Near Middleton, Md. Left our last night bivouac early this morning with the understanding that we were to march six miles to Jefferson at which place arrived about eleven o’clock and pitched a nice camp, but after eating dinner were ordered to take the road
again...Detailed for guard - Came on to this place arriving here about six o’clock...The battle field of South mountain is within right of
our present stopping place...June 28...Near Wordboro, Md. This morning we started with the promise that we should not be marched
further than Fredrick City, there to stay some time and have a chance to draw clothing...This would have been seven to nine miles but
we were marched to this place twelve to fourteen miles and the promise respect clothing not kept. I am in great want of a pair of shoes
and some of the men are bare foot. At Frederick City we see Gen. Marston formally our Col., and the boys cheered robustly...June 29
...Tanneytown, Md. Early this morning we were on the road again without any premises of easy marches or anything of the kind. passed
through Middleburg and Leadsburg...Stopping for the night just after passing through Tanney-town beside a nice brook to wash in.
Gen. Sickles commander of the thrid Corps. passed us today towards the head of the column...The Gen. had just returned from a furlough
to New York...June 30...Brideport, Md. Today we stopped in the place of last night, Bivouaced till P.M. During the A.M. we were mustered
for two months pay and shoes were issued to those in want of them. Wrote letters to father and Bro. Arthur. Rec’d mail containing letter
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from home. P.M. marched to
Bridgeport an easy march of
six miles. Sent letter to P.O. by
a negro I met on the road after
passing
through
Tenneytown...July
1...Emmitsburg,
Md. left out last bivouac at a
reasonable hour after a good
nights rest - And by easy
marching reached this place
by one o’clock and pitched
camp
just
outside
of
town...July 2...Near Gettysburg, Pa. Early this morning
by two o’clock at least we were
called up and ordered to prepare to march as it was expected we should be at this
place by day light- By eight o’clock came to our troops
massed on the left flank of our
battle line. During the A.M.
there was not much firing excepting by one battery which
appeared to be firing the enemies position, and skirmishing by the Berdan S.S. - A little after noon it became evident the enemy (July 2nd continued on January 1st
page) “ were pressing our left or working around that way for that purpose - About one o’clock P.M. our division was moved towards the
left for the purpose of supporting and extending by Batts. when the enemy open a hot fire of artillery on us - At this time our batteries
are changing position so this can not answer. Ordered to fall back into the woods again (July 2nd continued on January 2 page) “Soon
we were ordered to take up a position battle line to support a battery in the extreme angle of our battle line. hard again by cannon art
cross fire this brought us in a tight place. One piece of shell took the pains to got through my canteen and haversack using them completely up, also giving my hip a considerable struck...July 3...Near Gettysburg, Pa. Today my hip troubles me considerable being lame
and sore. Started to go to our third corps. hospital but my bruise troubled me so much and not expecting they would do anything for
me I concluded to stop beside a stream of water close beside the road. It is reported our Brig. got cut up badly yesterday and our Regt.
lost several men - This P.M. the artillery firing on the left has been very heavy...July 4...Near Gettysburg. Pa. Today I started to go to the
Regt. but it commenced raining and I turned in for the purpose of keeping dry, thinking it might be better for my general health as well
as for my hip particularly - Very little firing today, either the rebels are preparing to leave or tomorrow will see hard fighting...July...5
Near Gettysburg, Pa. This morning I thought I would try to find the Regt. as my hip troubled me very little - After considerable search
and travel suceeded in reaching the Regt. up in line behind earth works near the front of the late battlefield - men that have been out
to the front some two to three miles report that no rebels are to be seen. Go back into the woods and stay all day. Firing heard in the
dir. of South Mountain Pass...July 6...Near Gettysburg, Pa. Early this morning were we arroused up and ordered to prepare to move, so
the men cooked their coffee and dried there blankets and made other nessessary preparation to move - About nine o’clock A.M. left our
place of bivouac, but went only a short distance, and returned as the road was occupied by troops and trains - wrote letters home stopped for the night....July 7...Mechanicstown, Md. Left the battlefield of Gettysburg at four o’clock this morning and took the road towards Emmestburg - Passed through the place Franklin Mill camping just after passing Mechanicstown - We have had a good turnpike
since we left Emmettsburg to travel on but it has rained most of the day making it quite disagreable - Detailed for Brgd. duty twenty
four hours...” (July 7 continued on January 3rd page) “As we passed through Emmittsburg enroute for Middletown we stopped to rest
and take dinner on the farm near the buildings of the Covent of St. Joseph a wealthy Catholic Semminary in which are upwards of five
hundred females of nearly all ages, who have renounced the pleasures of the world and consercrated themselves to holiness. Emmittsburg
which was considerable of a town was so unfortunate as to be made the victim of a malicious person who to revenge on a neighbor set
fire to his buildiings...July 8...Frederick City, Md. Left our last nights bivouac about sunrise this morning. Is said we are to go to Middletown before night, distance twenty three to twenty five miles. Very hard marching today and long before night I begun to feel quite
tired. Today we passed a few of the N.Y. Seventh Militia on provst. duty at this city. News of the surrender of Vicksburg confirmed.
Fighting out amongst the mountains today...July 9...Out on the mountain today early in the morning, we are on the move, pass through
Middletown and about eight A.M. stop for the purpose of having rations delt out and cooking beakfest. Remain here till ten o’clock. Then
start marching up onto the side of the mountain and stop supposed for the night. About five o’clock P.M. start again and march over
the mountain. We suppose this to be South Mountain...July 10...Opposite Boonsburg, Md. Up early this morning as usual and by easy
marching move till about one o’clock P.M. and halt till four o’clock. Washed up and had a good rest. Started at the above mentioned
time and marched till nearly seven o’clock passing the Antietam creek and camping on the battle field by that name, supposed we might
stop here for the night but after laying a short time was routed up and by a rough lane marched to this place...July 15...On Antietam
Creek...Very warm marching and our officers do not seem to care if they do kill the men, but march without resting, although the men
are continually falling out with sun stroke and exaustion...July 24...Up in the gap. Early this morning the boys were called out and
ordered to pack and be ready...As soon as it became light enough all eyes were directed to the hills oppposite to see if the enemy were
in the position occupied last night but we looked in vain, not a Johnny was to bee seen...July 26...Warrington, Va....While passing through
the town we see Genl. Marston our first Col., he was looking “bully” and well pleased with something...Aug. 27...Point Lookout, Md...Detailed early this morning to work on our oven...I reported to Kit Carsen and we proceeded to work. It was reported that the Rebs had
captured two of our gun boats up on the Rappahanuck river - guess it is true as several new gun boats have come in to our harbor
today...Aug. 28...Point Lookout, Md...Detailed to go out to find some prisoners that escaped last night. Brought back three men...Sept.
4...Point Lookout, Md...It is said four men escaped from the prison camp last night...“. The remaining content of the diary pertains to
picket duty, guarding prisoners, and camp life. Hammond was promoted to Sergt. in July 1864, and Second Lieut. in Nov. 1865, and
mustered out of service at City Point in Dec. 1865. Some pages light, but readable. A fine diary with excellent Gettysburg battle content.
$2,000 - 3,000
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610. 1864 CIVIL WAR DIARY OF JOHN W. HAMMOND, 2ND N.H. VOLS. Good content 1864 pocket diary kept by Sgt. John. W. Hammond
of the 2nd N.H. Vols., 156 pp. approx. (about 1/2 filled in pencil) dating between Feb. 29, 1864 to Jan. 3, 1865. Good content describing
his experiences at the Battle of Cold Harbor and on the lines around Petersburg. In small part: “[Yorktown, Va., Apr. 15, 1864] ...
Execution of the twe deserters by shooting this AM ... [Apr. 21] ... Rec’d 3 letters ... one from Warren H. Hurd, Lieut. 23rd US Colored
Troops ... [May 5] ... Went on board the William C Marsha.., a barge tow of a steamer ... Passed up the James ...[May 7] ... Fighting in
the direction of Petersburg [May 9] Worked on earthworks... [May 9] Fighting before Petersburg ... [May 11] ... relieving men that had
beer on post over two days ... [May 16] ...The enemy tried to break through our picket lines to the right of here this Am. Reb cavalry
seen by our men on our left picket post ... [May 20] ... on picket . Stationed to the right of the line across the creek. the enemies [sic] cavalry seen from the post left. Gun boats shell them ... [May 24] ... enemies cavalry seen moving towards our right in the direction of Richmond ... [May 28] ... reported at Fortress Monroe and received orders to go to White House landing ... [May 31] Bivouacked for the night
15 miles from Richmond ... [June 1] ... marched to the left to re-inforce [sic] the Sixth Corps fighting near Cold Harbor ... [June 3] our
regiment in front battle line. Under heavy fire of artillery and infantry. Loss in regiment, 75 to 180 Men. [ June 4] Our regiment still in
the front battle line. Newman killed out on skirmish line just in our front. Lugged up rations this evening, two days. [June 5] Still in the
advanced entrenchments. No general engagement. Quite sharp picket firing. Charles McIntosh wounded, carried him to the rear. [June
6] In advanced entrenchments. The usual amount of firing today. No casualties in regiment. 5 o’clock PM Reg’t advanced and threw up
an earthwork. Loss, 1 man wounded. 12th NH Reg’t on picket line lost one man wounded ... [June 7] Occupied the same entrenchments
as for several days. Our Officers go to rear to make out discharge papers. Reg’t under command of officers from the 12th NHV. [June
8] AM Colonel Bailey returns and takes our colors to the rare. Wounded officers return to make out reports and skedaddle again. [June
9] Released form the front and went back to General Smith’s Headquarters. Expect the Reg’t will be organized into a battalion. ... [June
13] Went on board transports ... [June 14] ... Off Fortress Monroe... after receiving orders started up James River ... [June 15] ... passed
up to a pontoon bridge ... [June 16] ... received orders to report to Coll Pond, 62nd Ohio Vol. Joined this reg’t and a detachment of
cavalry and artillery in making a raid to destroy the P & R RR. [Near Smith’s Landing, June 17]...130th Ovio Vols. Out on post broke and
rushed to the rear. Our regiment had to re-establish the picket line. I remain there the remainder of 24 hours. [June 18] A portion of
the 13th OVI (100 days men) put back on picket line. They act more like young partridges than anything I can compare them to. The
reb pickets fire, scattering them ... [Trenches in Front, Petersburg, June 23] ... Just after dark Chaplain commenced religious services,
but was obliged to suspend them as we are under orders to go to the front. [June 24] ... Those with Sharps rifles acting as sharpshooters
at the river’s bank.... [June 30] ... light batteries ... have been relieved by three 32 pounders and three mortars. Our forces made an advance on our left this PM. Lynch Wounded... [July 4] Has been a quite 4th of July... About 2 o’clock PM a section of 32 pounders heavy
artillery fired a national salute. [July 5] ... relieved by the 22nd USCT in the same pits as we have occupied twice before ... “ Soon afterwards, Hammond was detailed to provost guard duty the City Point & Petersburg Railroad at Smith’s Station: “ [July 28] ... Arrested two
artillerymen on altered pass ... [July 29] Gen’l Grant takes cars at the station for City Point ... [Aug. 6] ... Had to drive off two drunken
men last evening. Have come to conclusion not to have any drinking around hdqtrs. [Aug. 9] PM Arrested Britter for selling liquor...
[Aug 21] Heavy firing down on the left where the fifth corps are on the Weldon RR ... Early this AM General Hancock came from City
Point by special train ... [Wilson’s Landing, Sept. 13] On guard over colored prisoners, 35 of them ... [Sept. 14] Very heavy firing all day
in the direction of Petersburg. Our men gain the Danville RR ... Enemy attack Gen. Butler’s front this PM and are repulsed... [Sept. 19]
Cutting and putting in abattis. In charge of a squad of colored prisoners chopping in woods most of the day... [Front North of James,
Oct. 7] ... Am at work on a new fort on a road to the left of our lines. Just before noon received orders to move an marched up to the
right of a fort captured some days ago from the rebs. ... [Fair Oaks Battlefield, Oct .27] ...engaged the enemy in the same works occupied
by him during the Peninsula Campaign in 1862. Were repulsed to fall back... [Nov. 2] Worked tunneling old works ... [Nov. 8] Presidential
election today. The legal voters in our Regt. exercise their rights according to law passed in last state session. I act as clerk of election
Co. A.... [Nov. 24] ... Thanksgiving day. Had stewed turkeys and chickens for supper... [Dec 10] ... Attacked by Johnnies this morning ...
[Dec. 25] Christmas today. The festivities are to take place tomorrow as today is the Sabbath [Dec. 26]. .. Hurdle race, wrestling match,
grip dancing, greased pig, foot race, and mock parade...“ The rear of the diary includes several “Memoranda“ which include some additional information on Cold Harbor on June 6: “Advanced entrenchments AM. Brisk picket fire as usual for some days. Cessation of hostilities for 2 hours. 9 o’clock PM advanced to picket line and threw up new earthworks. Loss in operation one man wounded in regiment
and one man wounded in 12th regiment acting as our support ...“ Much more good content. The diary bears the expected wear to the
leather binding, but is in otherwise very good condition.
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611. 1865 CIVIL WAR DIARY OF JOHN W. HAMMOND, 2ND N.H. VOLS. Fine content leather bound 1865 pocket diary kept by John W.
Hammond, Co. A, N.H. 2nd Infantry, 12 mo., nearly every page filled with entries, in pencil. The 2nd New Hampshire was involved in
several major campaigns, including Second Bull Run, and Gettysburg, where 22 men were killed, 113 wounded, and 37 were either captured or missing. Hammond was wounded in the hip on the second day of the battle, July 2nd. In the early part of 1865 the 2nd N.H.
was involved in various raids near the Chesapeake, and helped establish a base of supply for General Sheridan’s Raiders at White house,
Va. The diary has some fine content, especially regarding the assassination of Lincoln. In part: “Jan. 25 front North James...Heavy firing
down at the river last night...Feb. 4...yesterday there was considerable heavy firing in the direction of our left...Feb. 16...Heavy firing
towards the left this P.M....Feb. 18...orders came to fall in at 2 o’clock to witness an execution...two men were hung till dead. Do not
know the crime they were convicted of...Feb. 21...news of the capture of Charleston and Columbia...Salute fired of the victory...Feb.
22...Washington Birthday salutes fired...Mar. 7 Fredericksburg...captured a wagon train...Mar. 9...while at Norfolk most of our men run
the guard and went uptown - many of them got liquor and became intoxicated and got into fights...Mar. 12...our calvary, the 1st N.Y.
mounted rifles, met the enemy, Mosbys men, and had a short fight. The fight occured about five miles from our landing place...Mar. 15
White house landing...reported that Gen. Sheridan was expected here but that he passed Bottom Bridge four days ago...Mar. 16...Gen.
Sheridan is requested to be moving to join us...Mar. 18...Sheridans cavalry make appearance on the otherside of the river...Mar. 24
Near Bottom Bridge...marched into the interior of the county & accompanied by Brig. of Sheridans calvary...Mar. 25 Near Harrisons
Landing...heavy firing heard this morning...Mar. 29 Spring Hil, Va...This P.M. heard heavy firing in the direction of the left of our
lines...Mar. 30...Firing heard nearly all day today in the direction of Pettersburg. Very heavy firing last night in the same direction...Apr.
2...officers intoxicated dress parade this P.M. Dispatcher received this P.M. that our troops were meeting with success in the battles in
progress today...Petersburg captured...Apr. 3...Early this morning we were awoke by a heavy explosion...as if shells...Apr. 3...Two deserters from Lee’s army came to our camp today - They line on the Rappahanuck river and wish to go to their homes - They say many
of the Va. soldiers are deserting with the same intention...Apr. 6...Last night the two deserters mentioned stopped in my tent and took
breakfast...Apr.7...The enemy failed to attack as feared last night...went out about two miles and came to a house...there were rebs
and true blue to their cause - returning stopped and had a talk with an old darky at a grist mill...Apr. 9...There was a salute of one hundred guns fired at Richmond and Petersburg in honor of the surrender of Lee and the Army of Northern Virginia...Apr. 11...Today Richmond is ours and the Army of Northern Virginia has surrendered...Apr. 12...after dress parade prisoners were all released on promise
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of better behavior in the future...Apr. 16...It is reported that Mosby has been in Richmond since the evacuation...Apr. 18...Yesterday
learned that President Lincoln had been assassinated. This news caused a visable gloom over everyone. All the flags were displayed at
half mast and minute guns fired...Apr. 23...By orders received from Maj. Cooper kept all prisoners at work all day, allowing only thirty
minutes for dinner...Apr. 24...Today has been observed as a day of mourning through the army in around Richmond on account of the
death of President Lincoln. Thirteen guns were fired at each fort at sunrise and one each half hour from that time till sunset when a national salute of thirty four guns was fired...10 o’clock A.M. a dress parade was held and orders for ceremonies read...Apr. 28...it does
seem Gen. Sherman must have gone mad to make such terms with Johnson, and fear his acts will prolong the war six months...May 14
Manchester, Va...Reported that Jeff Davis is captured this P.M...May 15...The papers this morning contain official news of the capture
of Jeff Davis...May 26...the secesh hearts they are not patriotic at all or else they do not remember we have been over four years fighting
to put down their Southern Confederacy...June 1...Today is observed as a national fast in view of the death of our late President Abraham
Lincoln. That prayer may be made that his death may prove of lasting benefit to the entire country, as the chaplain delivered a discourse
founded on these words “Cast down but not destroyed”...June 11...posted on the Lynchburg Tpke. with orders to require passes of soldiers
gaining towards Lynchburg and negros coming towards Richmond...”. The remaining content pertains to camp life and personal matters.
Later in December Hammond made his way to City Point, Va. where he was mustered out of service, and returned to N.H. Diary has fine
content, especially notations regarding Lincoln’s assassination.
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612. CIVIL WAR DIARY OF JAMES M. WEEKS, JR., 18TH CT VOLS. 1864-64 Civil War diary of Pvt. James M. Weeks, Jr., 18th Ct. Infantry.
Weeks was a P.O.W., captured at Winchester, and was K.I.A. at Piedmont on June 5, 1864. Diary has 42pp., all entries from Martinsburg,
VA., in part: “Aug. 23 Left camp...marched thru Norwich and boarded the steamboat “City of Boston” for N.Y...Took cars thru N.J.,
crossed the Deleware and thru PA. in MD., arrived in Baltimore at 12 o’c...marched to Fort McHenry; stayed there in tents until about 6
o’c; marched into Baltimore. Quartered in the depot...Oct. 2, 1863 Landed in Matinsburg and ...went into camp on west side of town...Oct.
5, 1863 Drilled in the morning. Bayonet exercise for the first time...Oct. 18-19, 1863 Battle fought at Charleston, VA. and a victory. The
paroled prisoners left for Williamsport. Was ordered back after 8 miles marching. Stayed in barn one night 3 1/2 miles from town. Startled with artillery fire beside us. Rained in morning; later all quiet along the lines...Nov. 4-5, 1863 Bayonet drill in the morning...under
marching orders. Orders countermanded..Nov. 10, 1863...Packed knapsacks and marched downtown to relieve Co. E, 18th C.V. to do
provost guard duty...Nov. 18, 1863 Scouting party came in with prisoners, horses and carriages...Jan. 1-2, 1864 Great military excitement. Was drawn up in line of battle...expected battle...scouting parties went to Winchester...More excitement; scouts went out from
Martinsburg and Harpers Ferry down the valley...Jan. 31, 1864 On guard. Gen. Avril’s forces went up to the valley on scout with 3 regiments of mounted infantry and 3 pieces of artillery...Feb. 7, 1864 Gen. Avril’s forces returned from the valley with some loss of
men...Feb. 22, 1864 Washingtons birthday was celebrated by battery, which fired 4 guns and in evening fired rockets. 3rd & 4th P.V.
paraded in town and played their brass band...Feb. 25, 1864 Was on guard. Corporal shot one of his own men in evening and was
placed in Martinsburg jail in the stone cell for trial. Scouting party went up the valley today 1st CT, 123rd O.V.I. and battery. Pickets
was drove in by Rebs...Reb deserters came in evening...Feb. 29, 1864 Negro was arrested for murdering and robbing a soldier, but
would make his escape...Mar. 7, 1864 (Boliver Heights) Ordered from Martinsburg; packed knapsacks about 7 o’c and went out and
stacked arms in main street Martinsburg and got on board platform cars about 8 and started for place unknown and landed in Harpers
Ferry where 5 companies of us was ordered to Boliver Hts. I went to guard Rebs and federal prisoners...”. The diary entries end here,
but it is for certain that Weeks had the diary with him when captured and paroled as there is a list in the back of the diary for clothing
drawn at Camp Parole. Lists in the back of the diary include clothing drawn at Camp Parole, Annapolis, MD., Clothing drawn at Martinsburg, letters received, letters written, and expenses paid. There is also a drawing in pencil of a building on the last page. The 18th CT.
also saw action at both Winchester, VA., and Piedmont, VA, where they sustained heavy losses. The diary has a few loose pages, overall
fine.
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613. OATH OF ALLEGIANCE FROM A
MEMBER OF THOMAS’ CHEROKEE LEGION
Pair of documents for a Confederate P.O.W.
from Point Lookout, Md., Pvt. Thomas D.
Taylor, Co. C., Walkers Battn., Thomas’
Cherokee Infantry. Taylor enlisted on Sept.
29, 1862 at the age of 17, was captured at
Piedmont, Va. on June 5, 1864, and sent to
Camp Morton, then transferred to Point
Lookout for exchange on Feb. 14, 1865.
The first document is Taylor’s “Certificate
of Release of Prisoner of War”, from Point
Lookout, dated June 21, 1865, where “That
Thos. B. Taylor Prisoner of War, having this
day taken the Oath of Allegiance to the
United States, as prescribed by the President in his proclamation of December 8th,
1863, is in conformity with instructions
from the War Department, hereby released
and discharged“. The document has the
printed signature of A.G. Brady, Maj. and
Provost Marshal. The second document,
being the actual Oath of Allegiance, dated
June 21, 1865, is signed by Taylor, and
reads in part: “ ...I Thos B. Taylor of the
county of Pitt, State of N.C., do solemnly swear that I will support, protect, and defend the Constitution and Government of the United
States against all enemies, whether domestic or foreign...and I take this oath freely and voluntarily, without any mental reservation or
evasion whatever...“. Signed by A.G. Brady, Maj. and Provost Marshal. Documents measure 5 3/8” x 8”, light scattered foxing, folds. A
rare pair of P.O.W. documents. It is interesting to note that originally this regiment consisted of both white and Cherokee companies.
VG.
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614. RAISING THE 19TH VIRGINIA CAVALRY INSIDE UNION LINES! EDWARD A. PALFREY Confederate Major and A.A.G. assigned to
the Army of Northern Virginia. An outstanding and historically important A.D.S, 1p. 8vo., on “Confederate States of America, War Department, Adjutant and Inspector Generals Office” letterhead, Richmond, Feb. 23, 1863. In full: “Authority is hereby granted to Hezekiah
Holden to raise a Company for the Provisional Army, from within the enemy’s lines or in counties subject to their control in N.W. Virginia;
the same to constitute a part of the Regiment authorized to be raised by Colonel Jackson [future Brig. Gen. and cousin of Stonewall Jackson, William Lowther “Mudwall” Jackson], and with it to report to Brig. Gen’l A.G. Jenkins. By command of the Secretary of War”. According
to Generals in Gray, “Mudwall” “served on Stonewall Jackson’s staff until February 1863, when he recruited the 19th Virginia Cavalry
within the Federal lines and was elected its colonel. With this command, a part of the brigade of General A.G. Jenkins, he was active in
the Shenandoah Valley campaign”. Some creases and slight discoloration are evident but they do not detract from the document. Overall,
very good condition.
$300 - 500
“Tyson was shot in the thigh and while the Dr. was dressing his wound he was shot in the head...”
615. BURNSIDE LANDS IN NORTH CAROLINA A.L.S. of Noah Deaton, a member of the 26th. North Carolina, 2pp. 4to., in pencil, [n.p.]
Mar. 20, 1862 to his father. Writing from his hospital bed, Deaton transmits news on the landing of Burnside near New Berne, N.C.: “...
On the 13th March Burnside with his fleet of about 120 vessels sailed up the Nuse River throwing large quantities of shot and shell to
both sides of the river and routed the 35 Regiment N.C. Vol. wounded 2 of Capt. Kellys men from Moore County. They retreated just
before the 26 Regt. Reached the place. It was five miles below our camp which was 5 below New Bern. The enemy landed large forces
that day and our forces all gathered to the entrenchments and notwithstanding the wet and disagreeable night our men remained in
the trenches until overpowered and driven back by the invading host. Next day the fight lasted about 3 1/2 hours but with that loss on
either side I am unable to say. The enemies [sic] loss is very heavy and our loss is said to not be very great in killed but we lost most of
our clothing and baggage and a great many arms. I believe if all of our men had displayed the same valor that was done by the 25, 33
and 7 regiments that the enemy would have been defeated. The 26th Regt. held their position about 1 hour after all the rest of our men
had retreated and came within an inch of being taken prisoners. When they reached Newbern the bridges was burnt down and they
were forced to swim a creek or be taken. They tried swimming and lost nearly all their guns and everything else... Our company was
most wonderfully lucky to come out safe from such showers of balls. Capt. Martin was shot through the head and Brock Tyson was shot
in the thigh and while the Dr. was dressing his wound he was shot in the head... Charles Jones was hit on the side of the head glancing
the bone but the wound is not dangerous. Our major was killed. He was shot through the head...“ More fine content. Loss at bottom left
affecting several lines of text, some soiling from glue remnant, usual folds, else good condition.
$200 - 300
616. CONFEDERATE NOTES LOSE VALUE Fine content war-date A.D.S. “J. T.“, 3pp. 4to., Columbia, SC, June 29, 1863. In part: “...Whatever tends to discredit the Treasury notes issued prior to 1st of Dec. 1862, contributes to their withdrawal from circulation and therefore
advances the object of the government in limiting their fundability. The means resorted to by the government...are questionable...The
intrinsic value of these notes does not depend upon their being fundable but upon their being received for dues to this government and
upon the certainty of their ultimate redemption. After the 1st of August they will be upon the same footing as the new issue of small
note which are not fundable...Dealers in money are very naturally disappointed in their expectation of huge interest from the government
during the war...the people generally are not moved on this subject...The most of our citizens have confidence in the credit of the government and it would be unfortunate if that confidence were impaired by any action of the separate states adverse to the circulation of
the non-fundable notes...“. Very slight offsetting, else very good.
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617. CONFEDERATE OFFICER’S LETTER Confederate soldier’s letter, 1p. 8vo., Virginia, Jan. 30, 1865 in which Capt. F. Saunders, possibly
illiterate, writes a fellow captain. In part: “...Captain I want you if you please to attend to that business for me as I can’t hear anything
a bullet hit. You come go to the ordnance office and see if they’re doing anything with it...”. Phonetic spelling corrected by us. Very
good.
$100 - 150
“I have made a Pretty on this with the intention of
writing some girl a valentine but failed you & scrappy must wrestle for this one...”
618. CONFEDERATE SOLDIER’S VALENTINE AND TWO LETTERS Extremely rare
Confederate valentine with two associated letters, sent by Hezekiah Rabb of Co.,
E., 33rd Alabama Inf., “Camp 33rd Ala. Regt., Near Tunnel Hill, Ga.“, Feb. 18, 1864.
Rabb writes to his wife and sister, addressed to each on recto and verso, and includes a hand-drawn colorful valentine on the third page, which he mentions in the
letter to his sister. In part: “Dear Wife, As I have a good opportunity of sending you
a few lines I thought I would inform you that my health was yet very good...I see no
prospect of a furlough soon...I have been in the service nearly two years & now they
don’t want to give me a furlough except I re-enlist...”. The letter to his sister reads,
in part: “Dear Sister, these lines will inform you that I am in the very best of
health...I have no news that would be likely to interest...I have made a Pretty on
this with the intention of writing some girl a valentine but failed - you & scrappy
must wrestle for this one - if you ever write I will try to get some of the boys to write
& send you one of your own - we make a variety of Prettys & the boys are always
making some - I would send you a form of a valentine though I have but little time
& am quite tired of writing...“. Both letters signed “Kiah Rabb”. The valentine retains
bold red and blue colors. At the edge of the valentine Rabb has added a drawing of
a musket with bayonet. Scattered foxing, wear, and minor loss at the folds. All Civil
War valentines are considered scarce, Confederate examples are unheard of. A
touching and evocative Confederate memento...
$1,200 - 1,500
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619. LT. H. J. CLIFTON, MEMBER OF THE IMMORTAL SIX HUNDRED, WRITES HOME FROM FORT DELAWARE Rare A.L.S. of First Lt.
Henry J. Clifton, Co. K., 21st S.C. Infantry, 1p., 12mo., Officers Barracks Division 37, Fort Delaware, De., Apr. 4, 1865 to his wife. In part:
“...I must first ask you to excuse my seeming audacity. If I might so be considered I presume that you are not aware of the exact condition
of a prisoner without one cent of money; but have a very correct idea. I have been a prisoner for ten months, two here last summer, the
autumn and winter on the southern coast, until two weeks ago I returned here and have never been so fortunate as to receive any
money or other assistance except a few under clothing, since my capture. And as a few dollars would be of incalculable service to me I
respectfully ask if you will be so kind as to assist me a little. By doing you will confer a favor that will ever be indelibly cherished by your
friends & obs. servt. H.J. Clifton 1st. Lt., Co. K., 21st. S.C. Infy“. On June 17, 1865, Clifton took the Oath of Allegiance and was released.
With Clifton’s biographical background as one of the Immortal Six Hundred. Fine. On August 20, 1864, a chosen group of six hundred
Confederate officers left Fort Delaware as prisoners of war, bound for the Union base at Hilton Head, S.C. They were landed on Morris
Island, at the mouth of Charleston Harbor, and remained in an open pen, under the shelling of friendly artillery fire. Three died on the
starvation rations issued in retaliation for the conditions of Union prisoners at Andersonville and Salisbury, N.C. On Oct. 21, after 45
days under fire, the weakened survivors were removed to Fort Pulaski, Ga. Here they were crowded into the cold damp casements of the
fort. On Nov. 19, 197 of the men were sent back to Hilton Head to relieve the overcrowding. A “retaliation ration” of ten ounces of moldy
cornmeal and soured onion pickles was the only food given for forty two days. Thirteen men died at Fort Pulaski and five at Hilton Head.
The remaining members of the Immortal Six-Hundred were returned to Fort Delaware on Mar. 12, 1865, where an additional 25 died.
They became famous throughout the South for their adherence to principle, refusing to take the Oath of Allegiance under such adverse
circumstances. Clifton was promoted to 1st Lt. on May 11, 1864, and captured at Petersburg on June 18, 1864. He was sent to Fort
Delaware, and then to Charleston on Aug. 20, 1864. He was then sent back to Fort Delaware on March 12, 1865.
$500 - 700
61735-3%620. (BATTLE OF THE CRATER) A good war-date Union officer’s letter, 4pp. folio and 8vo., in ink by Capt. Webster Smith 6th New York
Hay Artillery, “Camp 6th N. Y. H. Arty, Aug. 10, 1864”, to Lt. Col. Edmund Travis concerning the battle of the Crater, the explosion at City Point, and
the regiment’s contempt for Major Edward Jones. In part: “… the affair before Petersburg on the morning of July 30th…we were marched from
camp at 2 o’clk fully expecting to participate in the struggle…we were told that ‘the mine was to be sprung at 3 a. m…of which every gun and
mortar would open…with musketry along the whole line and…the Ninth Corps would assault to be followed by the 18th A. C. and we would file in
after them…and also support the left.’ We halted in the railroad cut, our right resting at the entrance of the covered way…all were at their posts.
The fuse was extinguished twice, thereby delaying operations until a few moments past 4 a. m. when the works vibrated with the fearful explosion…
the roar of the artillery was deafening…our position was between our party & that of the enemy. Brooker, Pratt, Romer and others in rear of us
kept the air full of howling missiles…making a perfect Bedlam. The mine was a complete success…the charge too was a success…the party hurriedly
occupying the 2nd line of the Rebel works but soon the Enemy massed their troops and charging on our little band with desperate determination…
and at this time captured a goodly number. I do not know why a sufficient force…was not forwarded but the day closed without…success…a ‘court
of inquiry’ is being held to ascertain the parties at fault…our Div. returned to camp shortly afternoon…the plan on the part of Grant was most admirably conceived…picket firing is continued on our right and I am truly tired of the sound. ‘Adam’s Express’ building was blown up yesterday…
one portion of it was used as a…magazine and an ordnance boat at the wharf was first blown up caused by the explosion of a percussion shell…
25 are reported as killed and about as many wounded …“. Regrettably, Major Jones was fatally wounded at the Battle of Cedar Creek just three
months later on October 19, 1864. Much more interesting content. Light soiling, minor fold tears at margins, very good.
$400 - 500
621. 15TH US INFANTRY ON ATLANTA War-date Union soldier’s letter penned by Lewis Plett, Co. F, 15th U.S. Regular Infantry, 2pp.
quarto, Lookout Mountain, Oct. 29, 1864, pertaining to his service in the Atlanta campaign In part: “...we are in camp at Lookout Mountain, Tennessee, and the army is in very good health at this time. We stood the Atlanta campaign first rate to consider the length of time
we had to expose ourselves to all kinds of weather and the enemy too. We left Graysville on the 5th of last May and on the 7th we encountered the Rebels at Tunnelhill, when the campaign begun and on the first of September we took Atlanta and Jonesboro 15 miles
south...on the 7th of August we stormed the Rebel picket line and took every man on the line but we had a good many our men wounded
in the attack. I was wounded in the left foot, disabled me from duty for a month and a half before I could put my shoe on...this is my
last day for the army and tomorrow morning I am to start home...” Fine, with a letter from his sister, 2pp. quarto, Nov. 1, 1863, mentioning her brother and his service. Two pcs.
$75 - 100
622. A UNION P.O.W. AT SUMPTER PRISON, ANDERSONVILLE WRITES HIS FAMILY Rare Andersonville prisoner’s letter, 2pp. 8vo.,
which Pvt. Reuben Wilson, Co. K., 50th Pa. Infantry writes from Sumpter Prison, Andersonville, on June 20, 1864. Wilson was captured
at the Wilderness on May 5, 1864, and first confined at Richmond. He was then transferred to Andersonville, Ga. This letter, sent to his
sister Mary, reads in part: “...This life or rather way of living is not very desirable but as it is an honorable position through an unpleasant
one, we let nothing daunt our expectations of a time coming when all will go well and I can once more join you around that good old
table partaking of the good things of this earth...Our officers are at Macon, Georgia. It has rained here every day this month. Thirty of
us volunteered and dug us a well in front of our quarters, which produces very good water and plenty of it...”. He has signed the letter
“Reuben Wilson, Prisoner of War, Camp Sumpter, Georgia”. Camp Sumter, commonly called Andersonville, was one of the largest military
prisons established by the Confederacy during the Civil War. In existence for 14 months, over 45,000 Union soldiers were confined at
the prison. Of these, almost 13,000 died from disease, poor sanitation, malnutrition, overcrowding, and exposure to the elements. The
largest number held in the 26½-acre stockade at any one time was more than 32,000, during August of 1864. Having a well with “good
water” was certainly far from the norm. Wilson was paroled in Charleston in December 1864, and returned home where he died of
typhoid fever in January 1865. An excellent letter.
$1,200 - 1,500
623. BATTLE OF JACKSON, MISS. War-date Union officer’s letter by Captain Wm. Chase of the 45th Pennsylvania [WIA at Jackson, Mississippi, and the Wilderness], 4pp. quarto, Camp Near Jackson, Mississippi, July 14, 1863. In part, “...I am yet alive...we have been
through a pretty hard time down here for the last week...we advanced about a mile and a half driving the enemy’s skirmishers before
us...we were up to their rifle pits, when we were met by a shower of leaden hail. But our boys held their ground...the rebels had the advantage for they had the woods...James Noble was struck by a ball in the left side of the neck (breaking his neck) and passed out of his
right shoulder. He spoke to the man beside him telling him to carry him back to the rear and that is all he said...Ed Carvey then went
up towards him when he was struck in the leg with a ball passing through...just after Ed was wounded I was struck on the shoulder with
a ball but it happened to strike my shoulder strap which was a heavy brass plate breaking the strap all to pieces and tearing it off my
shoulder...our regiment had nine men in all killed and wounded...”. An excellent battle letter. Light age, stains.
$200 - 300
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623A. EDMUND RUFFIN’S PROPERTIES ARE TORCHED! Excellent content letter by 2nd Lieut. James P. Elliott, Co. I. & D., 1st Ct. Heavy Artillery, 4pp. 8vo., Harrisons Landing, Va., Aug. 4, 1862, in pencil. In part:”...our midnight revel the other night or at one o’clock of the
morning of Aug. 1st...The first I knew of the affair was the report of a cannon which woke me from a sound sleep, and the next moment
somewhere found 25-50 more let drive with shot and shell from the rebel shore into our camps in all directions scattering destruction
among the sleeping inhabitants...as far as I have been able to learn 22 men were killed and wounded upon our side in all. Just as soon as
our men could be called out we started for our siege guns which had been stationed on the bank of the river the day previous, as I passed
out of our camp a shell struck a very short distance from where we stood yet none of us were hurt and we proceeded in something of a
hurry for our guns and as we passed a small grove (where is quite a blacksmith shop) a shell came whizzing in there and knocked the tools
in all directions, making something of a fizzing but on we went the shot & shell coming in a perfect shower of hail, the ground was slippery
owing to rain we had just before, and the night was very dark and numerous were the falls the men got on our way down, but my legs
served me well and I kept my feet all of the way. We soon got the range and returned the fire and in five minutes more not a rebel gun
replied, one of our gunboats fired a few shots at the rebels before got to our guns, our batteries fired nearly fifty shots at them. My gun a
30 lbr. fired four shots and as no shots were returned we ceased firing. None of regiment were hurt at all, one of the Lieutenants was hit
by a piece of shell but it only bruised him slightly: men were killed on three sides of us...Our troops crossed the river the next day and
burnt ten buildings and cut all of the fruit trees & ornamental shrubs around them, it belonged to Judge Ruffin the man who fired the first
shot at Fort Sumpter...“. Edmund Ruffin was a farmer, slaveholder, and Confederate soldier. He was an ardent supporter of the Confederacy
and a longstanding enemy of the North. Because of his strong secessionist views and the widely held belief that he fired the first shot of
the Battle of Fort Sumter, Ruffin is credited as “Firing the first shot of the Civil War”. Ruffin was so distraught after learning that Lee had
surrendered to Grant at Appomattox, he committed suicide at his home on June 17, 1865. Fine.
$250 - 350
“Go out slyly or secretly and report to me...”
624. CONFEDERATE GUERILLA B ILL SNOW IS PURSUED BY YANKEE GUERILLAS Superb-content A.L.S. by Lt. Col. G. A. Gowin of the 6th
Tenn. Mounted Infantry, 1p. 4to., “Camp Stanley“ Dec. 16, 1864 to Capt. Jones concerning the whereabouts of the Confederate guerrilla,
Capt. Bill Snow: “I learn that you know where Bill Snow and company are. I am now starting on a Scout or I would go for him. You will find out
all you can about him and so soon as I return (which will be about 6 days) I will attend to him - Go out slyly or secretly and report to me about
the time named above - Don’t say a word to any body about it. In the mean time send your men up to Camp, where they can be better
supplied.“ William Snow (1809 -1876) was born in North Carolina and settled in Tennessee in the 1830s. At the start of the war, he was captain
of Co. B of Brazelton’s Cavarly. After a year, he resigned his commission, returned to Hamilton County and organized Snow’s Scouts with his
two sons, operating out of his three story brick home on his plantation at Snow Hill. In late 1864, Union forces hauled cannon from Chattanooga
to bombard the house, but were unable to drive out its defenders. The 6th Tennessee Mounted Infantry was organized in October 1864 in
Chattanooga and acted as scouts in the Cumberland Mountains in Tennessee and northern Georgia, in pursuit of the numerous guerilla bands
that operated in that vicinity. Usual folds, else very good.
$500 - 600
625. FILTHY-MOUTHED PRIVATE GETS COURT-MARTIALED Private brought up on charges for using profane language while addressing
a superior officer. Printed document, 1 1/2 p., 8vo., Private James Burke, Co. C., 2nd N.Y. Veteran Cavalry, Aug. 8, 1864, “Charges and
Specifications“, in part: “...In this that James Burke Priv. C. Co., 2nd N.Y., Vet., Calvary being in the service of the United States, did
absent himself from roll call, for which he was put upon fatigue duty, and while performing his duty, he used very abusive languages
toward his superior Officer, Sergt. Flaherty...To wit: You are a God damn Cock sucker. You are a God Damn Government beat...“. He
continued by lifting up a weapon upon his superior officer and stating “...I’ll be God damned if I’ll be tied up for you...”. Private Burke
was confined to Corps. Headquarters for July and August 1864, and charged with abusive language toward his superior and resisting
arrest. On November 8, 1865 Burke mustered out of the service. Outlandish behavior unbecoming a Union soldier! Fine
$200 - 300
626. UNION CONTRABAND LETTER Strong content letter concerning “contrabands” and U.S.C.T., an A.L.S. by Pvt. William H. Nichols,
17th Battery, N.Y. Light Artillery, 8pp., 8vo., Barracks No. 9, Camp Barry, Washington, D.C., May 22, 1864. In part: “....We passed through
a contraband camp on our route and darkeys of every age, color, and sex flocked to the road to behold us pass. A more curious set of
beings I have never before seen, such ludicrous features. Topsy’s cutting up their antics innumerable. Aunt’s Dinahs Uncle Toms you
could pick them out by the dress, how their eyes would roll in under & how their lips would project and open showing their glistening
ivory...And then there were some that could not be called even mulatto, hair a little crispy, skin a little tinged, you would swear there was
negro blood...Just beyond the contraband camp we came upon a row of barracks containing Negro troops. Newly raised I presume...each
Negro seemed to have spent his first wages in decorating his person. Army blue would not do them, but cloth of as fine a material as officers wear covered their persons...They feel proud of their position and I have no doubt properly disciplined will make good soldiers...I
see by the papers that the eight has been engaged in the last fight and also that Gen Tyler commanded them. Whether it is our Gen. Tyler
or not I cannot tell. He was reported to have been sent to Butler but should not be surprised if he had a division in the Potomac army. The
4th and 14th heavy also it is reported had a skirmish in which if rumor is correct they behaved rather ingloriously flying at the first yell
not even waiting the fire of the rebs...I see that the bill to pay soldiers sixteen dollars per month has passed the two houses and now
awaits the Presidents signature. I have no doubt it will become law...“. Splits at folds, ink a bit light, else good.
$200 - 300
627. UNION SOLDIERS’ LETTERS Pair of letters written by Union soldiers. The first is by “Will“ of the 17th CT Vols., 4pp. 8vo., Jacksonville,
FL, Feb. 28, 1864 to a sweetheart, in Norwalk, Ct., pencil. In part: “...we have expected the Rebs to attack us every day since we came...we
have a fine position, one we can hold...if they do not attack us soon, we shall advance our positions and attack them...they are in heavy
force about 12 or 15 miles from here...wish we were back on Folly Island...“. The second letter, 3pp. 4to., is written from Madison, Wi.
on Feb. 5, 1864 by William Handell who fought with the 17th Wisc. Vols. Just enlisted in Wisconsin’s “Irish Regiment“, Handell mentions
that he has had his picture taken, will soon draw his uniform, and so on. Stains present from old tape repairs.
$100 - 150
628. USS CARONDELET Union sailor’s letter by John Hagerty, 4pp. 4to., “US Gun Boat Carondelet off East Port, Alabama”, March 18,
1865, on US Christian Commission lettersheet. In part: “...the soldiers had a sham battle on Tuesday last and it is reported in the newspapers that we had a fight here and that the US Gun Boat Carondelet was blown up but thank god it is another false report. On Tuesday
morning at 9 oclock our men opened fire with musketry and artillery and about that time there was 7 transports went down to Paducah
and the report there that there was a battle at East Port and that our boat was blown up...I thought that I would write to you for fear
you would hear it and be uneasy...Brigadier General Hatch was on board yesterday and he wanted to bet one hundred dollars that he
war would be over by the 4th of July and I hope it will...” Very good. The USS Carondelet was one of those to pass the Vicksburg and
Warrenton, Missouri batteries in April 1863. On April 29 the vessel took part in the 5 1/2 hour exchange with the batteries at Grand
Gulf. She remained on duty off Vicksburg, hurling fire at the city in its long siege from May to July.
$200 - 300
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629. PRISONERS AT LIBBY PRISON HOLD A CHRISTMAS SHOW An excessively rare printed
broadside, a playbill for an 1863 Christmas stage show undertaken by imprisoned Union officers at Richmond’s notorious Libby Prison! The playbill measures 6” x 15 3/4”, advertises
the Dec. 24, 1863 performance of “The Libby Prison Minstrels!“. All of the performers are officers and listed by rank and last name only. The show included a series of songs including
“Who will care for Mother Now“ and “Do they think of me at Home“, a skit entitled “Rival
Lovers“ as well as a “Masquerade Ball“ and “The Whole to Conclude with a Grand WalkAround“. With a cheeky notice at bottom: “ADMISSION FREE — Children in Arms Not Admitted“. Heavy folds, some which appear weak, moderate toning and soiling, else good
condition. Obviously, this performance was not for viewing by the citizens of Richmond, who
detested the Yankee invaders, but rather for fellow inmates. We find it incredible that despite
the enormous hardships faced by the prisoners at Libby - indiscriminate shootings, starvation, beatings, and so on - they retained enough morale to put on a Christmas revue! Neatly
matted and framed.
$2,000 - 3,000
630. VIRGINIA BOND ISSUED TO “A FREE MAN OF COLOR”, WITH LAST CONFEDERATE
CAPITOL FLAG REMNANT A most unusual Confederate bond, a Commonwealth of Virginia
State Stock (in red) (Criswell 61A), July 14, 1860, incredibly made out to: “Mitchell Yancey a
free man of color...“. The bond, recovered from the Confederate Treasury only days after the city fell, bears an attached 2” x 8” section
of the last flag to fly over the Confederate capitol building. The flag had been captured by American soldiers and divided among them
with Union Chaplain John O. Foster, the first Union chaplain to preach a sermon in the newly-”liberated” city, also receiving a section of
the huge flag. This stock certificate, along with many other stocks and bonds, was taken from the Confederate Treasury only days after
the city fell by Foster, who had been present at Richmond’s capitulation, and his visit to the Treasury is noted in his diary. Foster also
noted that the section of fabric he had obtained had been part of the Confederate flag that had flown over the Confederacy’s capitol
building. Some staining at right with a weak, somewhat brittle fold thereat, hand-cut with uneven margins (as is usually the case), still
quite good. Documents included picture Foster’s note showing the flag’s origin, with additional copies of his diary transcript, biography,
analysis of the flag material, and so on. Our genealogical research shows that according to the 1880 census, a mulatto named Mitchell
Yancey was born ca. 1834, most likely in Virginia, and in 1880 was employed as a “Waiter in Family”. He was married to “Charlot” and
had four children between the ages of 7 and 21.
$1,000 - 1,500
631. 1864 SANITARY COMMISSION REPORT ON CONFEDERATE MISTREATMENT OF UNION PRISONERS Scarce Sanitary Commission
printing: “Privations and Sufferings of United States Officers & Soldiers while Prisoners of War in the Hands of The Rebel Authorities“,
86 pp. 8vo., published by Littell’s Living Age, Boston, ca. 1865, chips to front and back cover, wear to spine, complete. First four pages
have woodcut images of emaciated Union prisoners, with the balance dedicated to eyewitness accounts of the horrors suffered by Union
soldiers. Good.
$100 - 150
632. BATTLE OF GETTYSBURG REPORTED IN THE RICHMOND EXAMINER Daily Richmond Examiner, Richmond, Va., July 13, 1863,
single sheet. Nearly seven columns of reports from the field by Confederate wounded, news of Lee’s army, information from northern
papers, The Yankees on the James River, battles before Gettysburg, and more. A fine newspaper from the capital of the Confederacy.
Light age, wear, else fine
$200 - 300
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633. C.S.A. CALL CERTIFICATE WITH C.S.A. CAPITOL FLAG
REMNANT A rare war-date Confederate Call Certificate, recovered from the Confederate Treasury only days after the
city fell, to which is attached a section of the last flag to fly
over the Confederate capital. The unengrossed four percent
call certificate (Ball
174 (355), Criswell
160) was printed by Evans and Cogswell, Columbia, SC. The
certificate, along with many others, was taken from the Confederate Treasury only days after the city fell by Union Chaplain John O. Foster, and the event was so noted in his diary.
Foster also noted that a section of fabric, part of which is attached to the verso of the bond (1” x 8 1/2”) had been part
of the Confederate flag that had flown over the city’s capitol
building. Documents included picture Foster’s note showing
the flag’s origin, with additional copies of his diary transcript, biography, analysis of the flag material, and so on. A
rare bond that catalogs at $2,000 in fine condition, this example bears some staining from glue and marginal chips,
with a small hole above area where the flag relic had been
attached. A rare financial document, with an even rarer Confederate relic!
$500 - 700
634. CASTLE THUNDER STEREOVIEW Stereoview of “Castle Thunder” prison, Taylor & Huntington, Hartford front and back imprints.
Image of building used by the Rebels as a prison to confine Union soldiers. Its history is almost as damnable as that of Libby prison. An
excellent view
$100 - 150
635. CHRISTIAN COMMISSION RECORD OF THE UNION DEAD BURIED AT CONFEDERATE PRISONS Detailed record of the Union soldiers buried at Confederate prisons throughout the South, 168pp., published by U.S. Christian Commission, Philadelphia, 1865, front
wrap detached, missing back cover, spine missing. Rare volume listing Union soldiers who died in Confederate prisons, City Point, Petersburg, and Richmond. An excellent resource.
$150 - 200
636. CIVIL WAR MARINE CORPS DISCHARGE A very rare
Marine Corps discharge, a war date partly printed D.S., 1p.,
large oblong folio, Washington, Aug. 12, 1864, reading in
part: “HONORABLE DISCHARGE From THE UNITED STATES
CORPS OF MARINES. TO ALL IT MAY CONCERN: This is to
certify, that Thomas Winder, a private of Marines, who was
enlisted the Twenty second day of August 1860, at Philadelphia being now twenty four years of age, five feet nine 1/2
inches high, having Hazel eyes, Dark hair, fair complexion;
and by occupation when enlisted, a Stone Mason says he
was born in the state of Pennsylvania is hereby DISCHARGED from the service of the UNITED STATES, having
served the full period of his enlistment...”. Signed and made
official by Colonel JACOB ZEILIN (1806-1880) as commander of the Marine Corps. Zeilin was promoted brigadier
general of the Marine Corps on March 2, 1867 and was present during the capture of Los Angeles from the Mexican
government in 1846 and was the Corps’ commander at the
battle of First Bull Run on July 21, 1861 where he was
wounded. Also signed by Union Gen. JOHN G. REYNOLDS,
post commander, and Quartermaster William B. Slack, Inspector. Slack was also present at the battle of First Bull Run
and had been a captain onboard the steam frigate USS Merrimac two years before that vessel was made the Confederacy’s first ironclad. Document has weakness at folds, light
stains, and some loss at the center and top right edge. A
rare and desirable discharge.
$600 - 800
637. CONFEDERATE $50.00 BILL Confederate $50.00 bill, issued in Richmond, Feb. 17, 1864 and picturing Jefferson Davis at center,
serial no. 13324. Recto is clean with no visible flaws, verso bears a bit of toning at margins and exhibits a portion of a Treasury stamp.
$75 - 100
638. CONFEDERATE $500.00 BILL Scarce Confederate $500.00 bill, issued in Richmond, Feb. 17, 1864, pictures Gen. T. J. Jackson, the
Seal of the Confederacy , drums, and a Confederate flag, stamped with serial no. 35768. Hand signed. Fine condition.
$300 - 400
“Uncle Ned...a good old darkey...”
639. CONFEDERATE FIRST DIXIE READER Rare war-date children’s reader, The First Dixie Reader to Succeed the Dixie Primer, by Mrs.
M. B. Moore, Branson & Farrar, Raleigh, NC, 1864, a paper and string-bound chapter reader with 42 reading lessons with vocabulary.
Among the lessons are “Uncle Ned...a good old darkey...“ The slave and his family cross the lines to join the Yankee invaders, only to
discover that life among the Northerners is not as good as it was with his “kind master“. He returns home, exclaiming: “Ah, massa, dem
Yan-kee no be good to poor nig-ger, can’t stay wid um. Ned lib wid you all his life...“. Other lessons include: “Do Not Drink a Dram“, “God
Sees Us“, etc. Printed on rather crude paper, as one would expect, covers a bit toned, else very good.
$200 - 300
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640. CONFEDERATE NEWSPAPER PRINTED ONBOARD A TRAIN AND MENTIONING FORREST The Daily Wanderer, Amite (Louisiana),
Nov. 9, 1864, two sided “Extra”, 12mo. Louisiana Confederate, printed on light brown “necessity paper”. Excellent war content, in part:
“Beast Butler has released our prisoners from labor under Confederate fire, on the canal he is digging at Dutch Gap. This was not done
until he heard that the negro prisoners, put on at our works at Richmond, were withdrawn. The Richmond Dispatch say: The truth about
these Yankee negroes is this: Eighty of them, at their own suggestion, were taken out of Castle Thunder and put to work on a part of
our lines not two miles from the city and much more than two miles beyond the range of the Yankee guns. The moment General Lee was
appraised of the fact that these negroes had been put to work, he had them sent back to prison, and they were returned to the prison
before any communication was received from Butler on the subject...Opposite Johnsonville, Tenn. Nov. 7...Major Gen. Forrest yesterday
achieved another great victory. He placed a battery above Johnsonville and moved up his artillery from below, and caught at Johnsonville
three gunboats, ten transports, and about twenty barges...Since last Sunday Gen. Forrest has captured and destroyed fourteen transports, four gunboats, twenty barges, thirty-two pieces of artillery, twenty thousand tons of freight, and over three million dollars worth
of store. Our loss only ten men wounded...Petersburg, Nov. 6 - Gen. Gracie captured a Yankee picket line last night. A number of prisoners
taken. The Yankee batteries opened and kept up a heavy fire all night...”. These small “Extras” were issued fast and furious by local
printers and newspaper publishers in an attempt to get the latest news out to the public. This example has excellent war content. Fine.
$500 - 700
641. GEN. THOMAS K. SMITH RED RIVER BATTLE REPORTS THOMAS K. SMITH (1820-1887) Brigadier general, Grant’s chief-of-staff
at Vicksburg. As a division commander in the Army of the Tennessee, Smith assisted Banks during the Red River campaign. Pair of wardate manuscripty reports in Smith’s hand (unsigned), 5pp. total, March and April, 1864, also published in the Official Records regarding
incidents during the Red River campaign. Both are written from “Head Quarters Div. 17th”, Army Corps Red River Expedition. The March
16 report reads, in part: “Agreeably to your request I have the honor to transmit unofficially this statement of progress of the naval
forces & Gen. A. J. Smiths command in the Red River Expedition. . . . The fleet of transports sailed from Vicksburg . . . on Thursday 10th
inst. the detachment I have the honor to command embarked on steamers Hastings (flag ship) Autocrat, John Raine & Diana arrived at
the mouth of Red River and reported to Admiral Porter.” The report continues with news of road conditions (“most part bad and swampy”),
bridge repairs, and enemy sightings. Beyond Marksville, Louisiana, Smith “formed line of battle . . .brisk musketry firing commenced at
the fort. . . . I was ordered by the general commanding to look well to my rear and left wing, that I might anticipate attack from Walker
with 6,000 Texans. At 6.30 news was brought me that the fort had surrendered.” General Smith’s April 5 report concerns the little
known April 4 skirmish at Campti Louisiana, a small town on the eastern bank of the Red River. According to the report, the Union effort
began at 5:00 a.m., but was hampered by faulty steamboat machinery. “Through scouts, negroes & the people of the country I learned
that the enemy was two thousand strong & were eight miles in advance & rapidly retreating in the direction of Shreveport.” When Smith’s
forces finally arrived at Campti, they found it “mostly destroyed”. Toned with some minor staining.
$600 - 800
642. HAND-DRAWN CONTEMPORARY MAP OF GETTYSBURG
A superb manuscript map accomplished in ink (6” x 9”) illustrating the roads to the south
and southwest of Gettysburg
with a double line tracing Lee’s
retreat from Gettysburg from
July 5 - 14, 1863 with an additional double line illustrating
Meade’s pursuit as far as Frederick, Maryland. The map also illustrates the Potomac River and
important mountain ranges in a
lighter shade. Map accomplished on thin paper which is
overall quite clean and in fine
condition. Matted and framed
with a photograph. Not examined out of frame.
$750 - 1,000
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643. HISTORY OF THE 71ST INFANTRY DIVISION “AMERICAN GUARD” Superb, incredibly detailed history of the 71st Infantry, N.Y.
National Guard, known as the “American Guard”, written by Henry Evertsen, an ex-captain and completed in December, 1910. Evertsen’s
history covers 209 pages, all tightly written in a handsome hand, and covers the period from 1850 to 1910. This volume not only
includes Evertsen’s extensive history, compiled from official records, notes, and personal recollections, but also lists movements, names
of all officers and non-coms, etc. Covers are detached, spine cover gone, contents are fine. The 71st was called to service for three
months under Col. Henry P. Martin and arrived in Washington on May 21, 1861. While the army assembled, a team made up of members
of regiment defeated the Washington Nationals baseball club by a score of 41 to 13. The regiment took part in the occupation of Alexandria, Virginia, in May 1861, accompanying the New York Fire Zouaves and Col. Ephraim E. Ellsworth, who was killed in the action. A detachment of the 71st, with two howitzers, fought at Acquia Creek and Port Tobacco in May and June 1861. Pvt. Charles B. Hall was the
first man injured on any U.S. vessel in the war. At Bull Run, the 71st faced the Tiger Rifles of Wheat’s Louisiana Battalion. The 71st
passed through Chambersburg on June 23, 1863, and fought at Gettysburg, as part of Sickle’s III Corps, and after the battle helped suppress the New York draft riots. In the Spanish-American War, the regiment took part in the Battle of San Juan Hill, and a regiment member
was the first to reach the top of the hill. Locally, on July 4, 1857, the Regiment, along with the seventh New York, served as riot control
personnel during the riots in the Sixth Ward between the Dead Rabbits and the Bowery Boys. During this action, Dead Rabbit leader
Mickey Free was killed and the Regiment captured an 8-lb howitzer from the rioters. The Regiment was called into action again during
the quarantine riot of September 1858 in Staten Island. A superb historical document.
$750 - 1,000
644. MINUTES OF BOSTON G.A.R. POST 191, 1888-1889 Bound minutes of Boston’s G.A.R. Post 191 “Gettysburg”, located at 3 Boylston
Place, Boston, approx. 120pp. 4to., all in the hand of Samual B. Read who enlisted on Apr. 28, 1864 into a unit of unattached Massachusetts infantry. The post’s first meeting was held on May 11, 1888 as members are admitted and officers are elected. The entire
workings of a newly-formed post are evident by the entries made, including bylaws, discussions to attend parades, design and purchase
of uniforms with individual item prices noted, purchase of flowers for, and maintenance of, graves of deceased soldiers, attendance at
conventions, etc. Interesting.
$200 - 300
645. SIEGE OF VICKSBURG AS REPORTED IN THE MEMPHIS DAILY APPEAL Scarce Confederate newspaper, the June 10, 1863 issue of
the Memphis Daily Appeal which following the capture of Memphis by Union forces published from Atlanta from 1863 to 1864 relaying
“Gratifying Intelligence from Vicksburg!“ including reports of failed Union assaults and the commencement of formal siege operations
“The enemy has adopted the spade system of warfare and is engaged in digging ... The Vicksburg ladies appear to be entirely indifferent
to the shelling of the enemy, and are out every night looking at the right[?]. Gen. Pemberton has plenty of provisions and munitions. The
enemy is erecting parallels, four hundred yards distant from our out works, and is constantly shelling.“. Also includes a report that
“GRANT’S ARMY DISCOURAGED!” and a humorous tidbit (in hindsight) that Pemberton “... has sent word that he can hold Vicksburg and
tells Johnston to take his time organizing and disciplining his forces“ Needless to say, this was probably not the best advice. More fine
content. Matted with light folds, mild damp staining, else very good.
$100 - 150
646. THE NEW YORK TIMES REPORTS THE FALL OF RICHMOND The New York Times, N.Y., Apr. 4, 1865, 8pp. The paper announces
the fall of Richmond in the left column, stating: “GRANT Richmond and Victory! The Union Army in the Rebel Capital”. Provides details
of Grant pursuing Lee’s army, and that “Jeff Davis and his Crew Driven Out”. At the top center is a huge woodcut eagle with a banner
reading “Richmond”. The balance of the paper is dedicated to more Civil War news and advertising. Light age, else fine.
$200 - 300
647. (COL. EDWARD DILLON, 2ND MISS. CAVALRY) Pre-war
carte de visite photograph of Col. Edward Dillon of the 2nd Mississippi Cavalry showing him in a chest, up view. With photographer J. H. Whitehust blindstamp at bottom, a scuff at upper-right,
else very good.
$100 - 150
648. CAPTAINS OF THE 2ND MASS. MORTALLY WOUNDED AT
GETTYSBURG Excellent mounted albumen photograph, 7” wide,
8 3/4” tall (arched top) depicting Capt. Thomas B. Fox and Capt.
Thomas R. Robeson of the 2nd Mass. Infantry, both seated to the
right of Capt. Daniel W. Davis of the 5th Mass. Infantry. All three
men are in uniform, holding their swords in a typical pose of the
era. The photo is mounted to a portion of a scrapbook page
which we believe was owned by the family of one of these officers. Very good. Capt. Thomas R. Robeson fought at Roanoke
and was wounded at Cedar Mountain before coming to Gettysburg. On July 3, the regiment was ordered to charge the base of
Culp’s Hill. Prior to that movement, Robeson exposed himself to
heavy fire in order to save a wounded comrade in the field. As
his Co. E commenced the charge, Robeson‘s upper thigh was
shattered and he succumbed to his injury three days later. Capt.
Thomas B. Fox, of Co. K, 2nd Mass., fought at Antietam and
Chancellorsville before arriving at Gettysburg. On the evening of
July 2, he was ordered to push through the woods on the lower
portion of Culp’s Hill to determine enemy strength. Encountering
men of the 23rd Va., he captured 20 Virginians. In the charge the
following day, Fox was wounded in the ankle. He returned home
and died shortly thereafter. When ordered to undertake the illfated charge, the regiment’s commander, 24-year old Lt. Col.
Charles R. Mudge, replied: “Well it is murder, but it’s the order.”
He, too, died as a result, struck in the throat by a musket ball.
$1,500 - 2,000
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649. UNION SOLDIER TINTYPE Ninth-plate tintype of a seated Union soldier. Tinted buttons and insignia on kepi in gold. Set in a
patriotic brass preserver. Leather case separated, else fine.
$100 - 200
650. (DANIEL WEBSTER DAVIS - 5TH MASS. INFANTRY) Carte de visite photograph depicting Sgt. Daniel Webster Davis of the 5th Mass.
Infantry seated with sword in hand, his hat resting on the table beside him. Backstamp by Venner, Charleston. The 5th Mass. mustered
in on Apr. 15, 1861 and fought at First Bull Run. Very good.
$100 - 150
651. UNION LITHOGRAPHS A good set of three folio lithographs, including 2 14” x 27” images of Union soldiers (including an infantryman and musicians), together with an 1887 14” x 21” cartoon from Puck lampooning General Fairchild still “blinded” by “The Bloody
Shirt” despite reconciliation between the North and South following the end of Reconstruction. He stands upon the rock of “DEAD
ISSUES“ All three pieces in very good to fine condition. Together, three pieces.
$200 - 300
652. RELIC GROUPING OF HENRY Y. BALL, K.I.A. AT PINE KNOB, GA. A superb collection of material relative to the Civil War service of
Henry (Harry) Y. Ball, Co. F 109th Pennsylvania Volunteers, who was killed in action near Pine Knob, Ga. on June 16, 1864. Ball enlisted
in the 109th Pa. Vols. on Dec. 20, 1861. He is listed as being detailed for a company of sharpshooters on June 23, 1862, participated
with the regiment in heavy fighting at Chancellorsville, and was wounded at Gettysburg July 2. . The regiment was heavily engaged at
Pine Knob, Ga. on June 15, 1864 and Ball was killed while skirmishing in advance of the regiment. Although the regiment suffered four
additional wounded, Ball was the only soldier in the regiment killed in action that day. The group features Ball’s exquisite silver corps
battle commemorative badge, 3 3/8” long overall. A scroll-like pin bar at
the top is inscribed “Cedar Mtn“ with T-bar pinback, pin itself missing,
retaining base and clasp. The silver star is suspended from a chain and
pierced in the center with “109“, which is intricately scroll engraved.
“Harry Y. Ball Co. F 109 P. V. V.“ engraved in block letters on the riband
around the piercing. The five-pointed star displays linear engraving and
is presumably representative of the 20th Corps. The longer arms of the
star are engraved with the following battles, “Sulphur Springs...Chancellorsville...Gettysburg...Wauhatchie...Lookout Mt. “ The entire badge is of
heavy 1 mm thick silver. Most badges of this type were issued after the
close of the war, making this wartime piece an especially rare example.
Offered together with a four-page letter, “June 17, 1864 In the field near
Pine Nob, Mr. Ball, It is with great sorrow I have to announce to you the
Death of your son Henry Y. Ball. Poor fellow was killed about 8 o’clock
yesterday morning while a Skirmishing with the enemy he was shot thru
the hart the ball entered the left breast killing him instantly.....he was
two brave to live he advanced beyond our Skirmish lines so far that no
one could get near him when he fell ... when I went to get him I had to
walk on my hands and neas and drag him for 20 feet when 2 others of
our company picked him up and run for our lives. I have buried him as best I could...I feel as tho I had lost the only friend in the world
the hole company mourns his loss....I have no tent companion now....I have his account book letters and everything he had with him.“
The letter is filled with further touching sentiments and memories of BallAlso present is Ball’s temporary wooden grave marker, 8” x 12”
and ½“ thick, a wood plank with two reinforcing strips screwed on the back, possibly a section of a crate lid. It is deeply and skillfully
carved in large block letters: “Killed in Action June 16th 1864 Sergt. Henry Ball Comp. F. 109th PVV Aged 21“ The marker bears a deep,
dark weathered patina with just one small age crack and it remains perfectly sound. A truly incredible Civil War grouping which conveys
the tragedy and heart breaking impact of the death of one young Federal infantryman.
$12,000 - 15,000
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653. R. BUNTING & CO. BOWIE KNIFE An exceptional knife made by R. Bunting & Co., Sheffield, ca. 1850, 17 1/2” overall with a 12”
blade bearing etching in capital letters: “I NEVER FAIL“ with scrolls on either side of the legend. The maker’s mark: “R. Bunting & Co.
Sheffield“ is stamped at the ricasso on the left side just beneath the letters “V R“ with a crown between, indicating royal approval of the
maker. The attractive bone handle has been carved in a counter-clockwise twist and meets a ringed fitting which abuts the 3 1/2” crossguard. Light oxidation to the blade, else very good.
$1,500 - 2,000
654. E. BARNES BOWIE KNIFE Clip point Bowie knife made by E. Barnes, Sheffield, ca. 1850, 14 1/8” long, blade length 9 1/8”, the
blade ornately-etched: “California Hunting Knife“ with scrolls at either end, ivory grip (a bit cracked) held with brass rivets, 3 1/2” petalshaped crossguard. An attractive Bowie.
$700 - 900
655. CAPTURED CONFEDERATE SOLDIER’S DAGGER English import knife with tortoiseshell grip (chipped near handguard) which is inlaid with an oval metal tag, 10” long overall, the blade marked near the crossguard: “I X L”, the other side marked: “WOLSTENHOLM &
SON WASHINGTON WORKS”. Scabbard also present, solid stitched leather with a tin throat, the belt loop partially cut and then crudely
torn off, now gone. The scabbard bears a very light name cut into it with a sharp instrument: “I ___ C ___ Hill”. A ca. 1930 label, possibly
from a museum, is mounted to a card present with the dagger. It notes: “...reportedly taken off the body of a dead Confederate by Geo.
Haas somewhere in Mississippi...it may actually, have been ‘ripped’ right off the Reb’s belt. On scabbard is scratched the dead Rebel’s
name...“. One George Haas fought with the 131st NY at Port Hudson, and although not Mississippi, it may have been where he obtained
this relic.
$1,200 - 1,500
656. DEVIL`S DEN GETTYSBURG CANE WITH EMBEDDED PISTOL BALL A wooden relic cane from Gettysburg, 31” long, a section of a
tree limb with a larger knob at the end which bears a clearly visible small caliber pistol ball protruding from the knob. The top of the
shaft bears a period ink notation reading: “Devil’s Den Gettysburg, Pa. July 1-2-3, 1863“. The cane bears old, period varnish worn on
places. No doubt this wood was cut at Devil’s Den, scene of some of the sharpest fighting on the second day of the battle. $500 - 600
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657. FOLK ART GETTYSBURG CANE A
fine Gettysburg battlefield relic, a 34”
knobby wood cane
with brass tip bearing
a red wood inlaid
Army of the Potomac
corps
badge
and
hand-carved
scrollwork and lettering:
“Gettysburg July 1t 3d W. Scott K 141 PV“. Varnished, two short splits, else fine condition. Daniel W. Scott enlisted as a private in 1862 Co. K, 141st Pa. Vol.
Inf’y. and on Apr. 2, 1864 was transferred into the U.S. Colored Troop 23rd Infantry and promoted to captain. Captured on Sep. 30th
of that year, he was imprisoned at Macon. The 141st was heavily engaged at Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, and Gettysburg, where
Scott carved this cane, likely at a reunion.
$300 - 400
658. MODEL1860 LIGHT CAVALRY SABER Union Model 1860 light cavalry saber, the primary saber of the Federal cavalry by the end
of the war. Leather covering the wooden grip is worn in a few places, likely from use as the top ring in the scabbard shows similar carry
wear. Wire is intact and tight. Steel blade shows light running wear and some spots of oxidation, maker marked by Providence Tool
Company, Providence, Rhode Island. Marks on ricasso: “PROV TOOL CO”, and “US 1862”, additional inspector stamps “JM”. Blade length
35 inches. Scabbard shows a few dings and bumps, consistent with use. Bears a new non-regulation leather knot.
$300 - 400
659. UNION ARMY MODEL 1840 MUSICIAN’S SWORD Union army Model 1840 musician’s sword, 33 3/4” long overall, handguard and
grip very good, the blade etched with wreaths, flags and a shield (worn). Maker stamp by Horstmann, Philadelphia. Scabbard present,
though the drag has been lost.
$300 - 400
grip very good, the blade moderately oxidized. Maker stamp by Horstmann, Philadelphia. Scabbard present, a bit worn but fullt intact.
$300 - 400
grip very good, handguard marked “G.K.C.”, the blade heavily oxidized. Maker stamp by Ames, 1864. Scabbard not present.$200
300
662. UNION ARMY MODEL 1840 N.C.O. SWORD Union army Model 1840 non-commissioned officer’s sword, 38 1/4” long overall, handguard and grip excellent, the blade slightly oxidized from age. The handguard is stamped “S”, blade is marked “U.S. 1862 SS” indicating
date of manufacture. Maker stamp partly worn, most likely by C. Roby, Chelmsford. Scabbard not present.
$300 - 400
663. UNION ARMY MODEL 1840 N.C.O. SWORD Union army Model 1840 noncommissioned officer’s sword, 38 3/4” long overall, handguard and grip excellent, the blade slightly oxidized from age. Blade is marked “US ADK 1863”
indicating date of manufacture. Maker stamp by Ames, Chicopee. Scabbard not
present.
$300 - 400
664. EAGLE BREAST PLATE RECOVERED AT GETTYBURG Union eagle breast
plate, 2 1/2” diameter, lead-filled with both loops on reverse present, found
on the battlefield at Gettysburg. From the George Rosensteel Collection, one
of the largest such collections in the United States, which got its start in 1863,
when 16-year-old John Rosensteel began picking up artifacts on the battlefield.
It now makes up 84% of the National Park Service’s collection displayed at the
battlefield museum.
$300 - 400
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665. U.S. CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE RECOVERED AT GETTYSBURG Union pattern 1839 cartridge box plate, 3 3/8” wide, lead filled, studs
gone, found on the battlefield at Gettysburg. From the George Rosensteel Collection, one of the largest such collections in the United
States, which got its start in 1863, when 16-year-old John Rosensteel began picking up artifacts on the battlefield. It now makes up 84%
of the National Park Service’s collection displayed at the battlefield museum.
$200 - 300
666. U.S. CARTRIDGE BOX PLATE RECOVERED AT GETTYSBURG Union pattern 1839 cartridge box plate, 3 3/8” wide, lead filled, studs and hook still
completely intact, found on the battlefield at Gettysburg. From the George
Rosensteel Collection, one of the largest such collections in the United States,
which got its start in 1863, when 16-year-old John Rosensteel began picking
up artifacts on the battlefield. It now makes up 84% of the National Park Service’s collection displayed at the battlefield museum. This item still bears
Rosensteel’s cataloging number painted upon one “paw”.
$400 - 500
667. UNION BREASTPLATE RECOVERED AT LEESBURG Union breastplate
found at Leesburg, Virginia, 2 1/2” dia., recovered from a field in Leesburg.
The reverse, lead-filled, lacks loops which have eroded, while the obverse
bears the green tinge common to brass found at many Virginia sites. A ca.
1970 note in a woman’s hand indicated that this item was found in a: “freshly
ploughed field in Leesburg, Va. April 1921...”.
$150 - 200
668. BULLET-STRUCK TAMPION A great battlefield relic, an Enfield tampion which has been struck straight-on by a lead U.S. bullet. A
rare find!
$200 - 300
669. EXPLOSIVE .58 CALIBER BULLET GETTYSBURG “Explosive” .58 caliber bullet found at Gettysburg, after the battle, July 1863. An
excellent “dropped” bullet, with Horse Soldier, Gettysburg Pa. provenance.
$100 - 150
670. C.S.A. STAFF OFFICER’S BUTTONS (2) Pair of Confederate staff officer’s buttons, identical design, each 1” wide with eyelet on reverse, one bearing some oxidation on front, both in otherwise good to very good condition. No maker marks.
$100 - 150
671. POST-WAR CIVIL WAR INSIGNIA Lot of four Civil War insignia produced post-war, includes: 15th Corps “40 Round” insignia, brass,
1 3/8” sq., with two fixed pins on reverse; brass eagle belt buckle, 3” x 2”, maker marked by Pettibone Bros. on the clasp; horn insignia,
3 1/2” wide, possible war-date manufacture; and a badge from The Citadel, 2” long, bears a palmetto tree, school motto, and year 1842,
with screw back. Four pieces.
$300 - 400
672. LIBBY PRISON RELIC A 5 1/2” x 2” x 1” block of wood with a brass ring mounted at top center bearing the carved caption at center:
“LIBBY PRISON“. Overall very good condition .
$200 - 300
673. SECTION OF THE RICHMOND
COURT HOUSE FLAG CAPTURED THE
DAY THE CITY FELL A 4 1/2” x 3” swatch
of fabric, being a section of the Confederate flag that flew atop the Richmond Court
House the day the city fell to Union Forces
on April 3, 1865. Matted and framed with
a period note: “A Piece of the Confederate
flag taken from the Court Hous[e] at Richmond Va at the surrender of that City.“
Fine condition.
$2000-3000
674. SLAVE-RELATED BOOK OWNED BY A SOUTH CAROLINA MEMBER OF THE CONFEDERATE CONGRESS Pro-slavery book, “American Slavery Distinguished from the Slavery of English Theorists and Justified by the Law of Nature”, by Rev. Samuel Seabury, Mason
Brothers, N.Y., 1861, 319 pp., octavo, small loss at the spine, wear and stains to cloth cover, loose pages. A rare volume signed by
Robert N. Gourdin on blank fly leaf, his book plate affixed to inside front cover. Gourdin (1812-1894) graduated from South Carolina
College, and signed the Ordinance of Secession of South Carolina in December 1860. He was also the chairman of the “1860 Association
of Charleston” which published secessionist pamphlets. Near the close of the war, he served as a Colonel in the South Carolina reserves.
$200 - 300
675. TWO BIBLES OWNED AND SIGNED BY A LIEUTENANT IN HOOD’S BATTALION, A P.O.W. AT FT. DELAWARE Pair of rare Confederate bibles owned by P.O.W. W.T. Radcliffe, 1st. Lt., Co. B., Hood’s Battalion Virginia Reserves. Bibles measures 4 1/2”, loss at the
spines, wear to covers, still tight. Radcliffe was captured during the Siege of Petersburg on June 18, 1864, and sent to Point Lookout.
Eight days after he was captured he was transferred to Fort Delaware, where he would spend the next year as a P.O.W. before being released on June 17, 1865. The first bible is inscribed in pencil “Lt. W.T. Radcliffe Prisoner of War Fort Delaware July 25 / 64”, approximately one month after he was captured. The second bible is inscribed in ink on the inside cover “S.A. Radcliffe a present Miss S.A.
Radcliffe”. He has also inscribed on the first page with a similar salutation, but a portion of the page in missing, it reads “S.A.” [Radcliffe]
“a present” [from] “her father Fort Delaware Oct. 6th” (1864)”. A rare pair of P.O.W. bibles.
$600 - 800
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676. JOHN BROWN (1800 - 1859) American abolitionist who became obsessed with
idea of abolishing slavery by force, massacred five slavery adherents at Pottawatomie, seized the arsenal at Harpers Ferry and was hanged for treason. His signature “Your Affectionate Father John Brown” on a 3 1/2” x 3 1/2” slip removed from
a letter and bearing a note of authentication from his son, JOHN BROWN, JR.
(b.1824) below, who writes: “Autograph of John Brown from letter addressed to John
Brown Jr. March 24th, 1851 J[ohn]. B[rown]. Jr.,” The slip is affixed to the front blank
flyleaf of Stephen Vincent Benét’s volume of poetry, John Brown’s Body (Garden City,
N.Y.: Doubleday, Doran, 1928) first edition, 377pp. 8vo. in black cloth boards. With
bookplate of Otto Orren Fisher on front pastedown. The manuscript bears some folds
and light soiling but is in overall very good condition. The volume is overall quite
clean with only a hint of toning to pages, binding intact.
$750 - 1,000
677. FREDERICK DOUGLASS (1817 - 1895) Black-American reformer born a slave,
Douglass was instrumental in the creation of the Union Negro regiments which
fought with great distinction during the war. Envelope addressed to his son: Chas.
R. Douglass & Sons 252 W. 25 Street New York”, postmarked in Washington, May 26,
1879. Roughly opened at left, else very good. Charles enlisted in Company F of the
famed 54th Mass. on 18 April 1863. He left the regiment on 19 March 1864 to become a 1st Sergeant in the 5th Massachusetts Cavalry.
$150 - 200
“...unto the GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA for the time
being and his successors in office, a male slave named Jesse...”
678. THE GOVERNOR OF GEORGIA BUYS A SLAVE Very rare, superb content partly-printed D.S.
by slave dealer William Adams, 1p. legal folio, Savannah, Ga., Jan. 11, 1830 in which Adams sells
for the sum of $400: “...unto the GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA for the time being and
his successors in office, a male slave named Jesse aged Twenty five of black complexion and 5
Feet 8 Inches high...“. Signed by Adams at bottom, also signed by a notary. Paper bears a tiny
thinned spot between two lines of text, folds, else very good.
$1,200 - 1,500
679. A SLAVE NAMED ‘NIMROD’ IS ACCUSED OF MURDERING HIS MASTER Fine content manuscript D.S. 2pp. legal folio, Fredrick County, Md., [n.d., c. 1815] being an arraignment in the
case of “State vs. Nimrod“: In part: “…Nimrod ... the slave and property of Charlotte Dye Owings,
not having the fear of god before his eyes, but being moved and seduced by the instigation of the
Devil on the third day of November ... [1815], with force and arms ... in a and upon one Edward
Owings ... then and there being feloniously willfully, and of his malice aforethought, did make an
assault, and that he the said Nimrod, with both his hands, then and there the said Edward Owings,
in an upon the throat ... and grasp and mortally choke; and that he the said Nimrod with a certain
instrument, commonly called a rammer, made of wood ... in his right hand ... [hit Owings] upon
the face, head and back of him ... several mortal wounds and bruises, of which said mortal chocking, mortal wounds and bruises above mentioned, the said Edward Owings, then and there instantly died ... On the docket it is noted that Nimrod, plead “Not Guilty “ According to Thomas
Sharf’s , History of Western Maryland, Nimrod was accused of Owings’ murder along with fellow
slaves Jonathan, Harry and Solomon. All four were hanged on Jan. 26, 1816 before “An immense
concourse of people…present from adjoining counties and States.” (p. 424). Portion of docket
trimmed, usual folds, else very good condition.
$300 - 400
680. SLAVE TRADER SIGNED RECEIPT Receipt signed by PETER DORDIN, a member of the Newport Triangle Trade with Samuel and
William Vernon, all considered “infamous” slave traders. The receipt, 1p. 4to., ca. 1750’s, reads in part: “Invoice....thirteen barrels of
brown sugar shipped on board the sloop Nancy by Peter Dordin, master of said sloop with two thirds for account & risque of Mr. William
Vernon & one third for P.Dordin”. Dordin has boldly signed in the lower right corner. A rare signed shipping document from one of the
most notorious Newport slavers. Fine
$200 - 300
681. SLAVE DEED OF MANUMISSION Scarce, early deed of manumission 1p. 4to., “Bedford County”, Dec. 12, 1838, in which Hiram
Cheatwood, executor of the estate of John Cheatwood, attests: “...in pursuance of the provisions of the said last will and Testament, [I]
have emancipated, and forever set free...the following negro men slaves...Dick, Henry, Edmund, and Powhatan...“. Document very brittle
and has split in several places, repaired with archival mending tape on verso, recto unaffected, some ghosting of text from having been
stored while folded, one chip in top margin, still very good.
$300 - 400
682. RICHMOND SLAVE BILL OF SALE D.S. 1p. oblong 12mo., Richmond, June 26, 1849, a partly-printed bill of sale for a slave “John“,
purchased by one E. H. Simmons for the amount of $375.00. Very good condition.
$250 - 350
683. SLAVE CARRIED ENVELOPE Blue oblong 16mo. envelope addressed to “Miss Charlotte Barnwell“ at “Johnny Venture Georgia.” At
the bottom left an additional note “By Jack“ indicates that the piece was carried by a slave. Below, another slave’s name has been crossed
out. Light soiling, else very good.
$100 - 150
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684. SLAVERY Group of seven handwritten slave related documents. Documents include property owned , which includes a “negro Mary
Wayne their children and other children of Harriet”, two slave receipts, from Mississippi, ca. 1840, for “a negro girl” and “Anthony about
twenty years old...the child about three years old...Charity thirty years old...and Hannah about twelve years old...”. Another document
pertaining to a slave being sold to settle a debt, in part: “so that the sale of a certain negro woman (a slave) by the name of Martha...”.
Another document describing “Martha”, Mar. 1843, providing birth information and the birth information of her children, and a similar
document describing “Mary Wayne” and her children. Lastly, a last will and testament of John Brightwell, 1846, in which he leaves slaves,
in part: “bequeath unto my said daughter Eliza Bester the following named slaves...”. Folds, else fine.
$400 - 500
685. (SOUJOURNER TRUTH) (1797 - 1883) Black American abolitionist born a slave, she became
the first black woman to speak out against slavery and lectured throughout the East and Midwest. Once the slaves were emancipated, Truth went on to support woman’s suffrage and equal
treatment of blacks. Carte de visite photograph showing the aged lecturer in a near three-quarter
length pose, verso bearing the imprint: “Entered according to act of Congress in the year 1864,
by SOJOURNER TRUTH, in the Clerk’s Office, of the U.S. District Court, for the Eastern District
of Michigan”. Recto has her name printed on the bottom mount along with the quote “I sell the
Shadow to Support the Substance”. An excellent example of this elusive image. The albumen
has excellent tone and clarity, with just a hint of age. A fantastic image, fine.
$1,200 - 1,500
686. ABOLITIONISTS Group of three signed items, includes: A.N.S. by GERRIT SMITH, July 27,
1865, mentions “impartial suffrage”, A.N.S. by W.L. GARRISON, May 15, 1860, in part “God
never made a tyrant nor a slave”, A.L.S. by EDWARD EVERETT, April 28, 1861, 2pp., writes of
seeing friends at a “serenade”. Smith and Garrison notes affixed to cards, Everett letter fine.
$100 - 150
687. ANTI-SLAVERY MEETING FUND RAISING BOOKLET A fine abolitionist printing, “Report of
the Twenty-Fourth National Anti-Slavery Festival”, Boston, 1858, “Printed for the Managers”,
32pp. small 8vo., first edition, in cloth covered flapcase with leather label. This pamphlet,
printed for sale at an anti-slavery meeting, includes a letter from Harriet Beecher Stowe concerning fundraising abroad, comments by William Lloyd Garrison, and the first book printing of
Oliver Wendell Holmes’ famous poem “The Chambered Nautilus”. A few miniscule spots on the
cover, otherwise near fine.
$100 - 150
688. RECONSTRUCTION STATESMEN A fine grouping of four A.L.S.’s from Northern statesmen,
each 1p. 4to., recommending various men to government positions. Included are: CHARLES ANDERSON (1814-1895) Columbus, Oh.,
Feb. 15, 1865 to the U. S. attorney general; THOMAS W. OSBORN (1836 -1873) Pensacola, Oct. 16, 1871 to the U. S. attorney general;
BENJAMIN H. BRISTOW (1832 - 1896) Louisville, Dec. 31, 1877 to the U. S. attorney general; J. W. VANCE (?) ,on State of Illinois adjutant
general’s office letterhead, June 11, 1884 to President Arthur. Minor fold splits, else very good.
$150 - 200
689. HAMBURG MASSACRE OF BLACKS IMPRINT Rare imprint, 166p. 8vo. (uncut), [n.p.], 1876, headed: “A CENTENNIAL FOURTH OF
JULY DEMOCRATIC CELEBRATION The Massacre of Six Colored Citizens of the United States at Hamburgh, S.C., on July 4, 1876 Debate
of the Hamburgh Massacre, in the U.S. House of Representatives, July 15th and 16th, 1876“. This document, obviously published by a
pro-Republican organization, prints the text of the angry debate between representatives of South Carolina, Georgia, New York and
other states concerning the “Hamburgh Massacre”. Heated accusations flew thick, with ex-CSA Gen. Mathew C. Butler being accused of
an affiliation with the KKK, the New York delegation compared with the Tammany bosses, accusations of mistreatment of black voters,
etc. Also included in the printing is an eyewitness account of the attack, various reports, etc. The Hamburg Massacre (or Hamburg Riot)
was a key event of South Carolina Reconstruction. Beginning with a dispute over free passage on a public road, this racially motivated
incident concluded with the death of seven men. It launched the furious 1876 Democratic campaign for South Carolina’s redemption,
leading to nearly a century of “Jim Crow” denial of civil rights to Blacks.
$150 - 200
690. SCOTTSBORO BOYS SUPPORTED BY THE COMMUNIST PARTY Political broadside, 1p. 8” x 12”, calling for a “Mass Protest Demonstration and Parade“ in support of the “Scottsboro Boys“ to be held in Chicago. At top the broadside pleads: “Don’t Let them Burn Stop
the Legal Lynching of Nine Innocent Negro Boys in Scottsboro...”. Three Communist political candidates are listed as speakers, and at
bottom, the broadside also asks that “masses of workers“ be brought to the parade, and that Tom Mooney be freed. The protest demonstration was organized by the International Labor Defense (ILD), a legal organization headed by the Workers Party of America from 1925.
Chips at upper corners and along bottom margin.
$100 - 150
691. BLACK MUSLIMS NEWSPAPER, 1967 Muhammad Speaks, Outside Illinois, Oct. 20, 1967, 28 pp. Cover pictures the leader of the
Nation of Islam with the quote “Warning Black Politicians”. Inside features images from Vietnam, Soviet leaders, a young Julian Bond,
and world boxing champion Muhammad Ali. Topics include blacks struggling to find support around the world, why black Americans
should support Muhammad Ali, and a warning to black politicians, in part: “The white man’s court is ruled by the will of the white man.
We can never hope to have equal justice in the courts of the land belonging to a people who are our enemies”. A cartoon is featured
where it shows a black man in a car pulling up to a group of men with guns and clubs (one being a Klan member) standing in front of
a cemetery with a sign “Lily-White Cemetery”. The caption reads: “We don’t care if he was a war hero”. A look back at the 1960’s that
most of us have forgotten.. Some pages brittle, spine separated, else good.
$100 - 150
692. (SPIRIT LAKE MASSACRE) A.L.S. 2pp. 4to., Homer, Iowa, Apr. 22, 1854 by surveyor J. W Ellis to Warner Lewis. Ellis opens his letter
discussing surveying business, then mentions a local murder of Indians: “I presume you have heard before this that [Henry] Lott killed
seven of the Sioux Indians and left the country. It has alarmed some of the frontier. settlers. However we do not apprehend any danger
from them...”. Henry Lott’s wife and son had been murdered by marauding Indians and all of his possessions stolen a few years earlier.
In retribution, he tricked a Sioux chief and three of his sons into meeting him and, once they were intoxicated, Lott viciously murdered
them and fled the region. Soon the Indians whispered that Lott was not only responsible for the death of their chief and his sons but
also the pork and whiskey sold them by Lott had something to do with the epidemic which previously had killed some 75 of the braves.
This seething anger culminated in the Spirit Lake Massacre in March, 1857 in which the Sioux killed 35-40 settlers and captured Abbie
Gardner, who would later publicize the tale of her captivity.
$200 - 300
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693. LUTHER STANDING BEAR (1868–1939), aka Ota Kte (meaning Plenty Kill) or Mochunozhin, Native American writer and actor, a
dancer and horseback rider for Buffalo Bill’s Wild West Show who inherited the position of “chief” to the Lakota peoples. His rare signed
book My People, the Sioux (Cambridge: The Riverside Press, 1928). First edition, signed “Chief Standing Bear“ on the first front endpaper,
with a 1962 gift inscription from his son-in-law LONE EAGLE beneath. Clean, attractive russet cloth cover with blind-embossed brown
design; no fading to the cover or back cover, spine lightly sunned. No foxing; the interior is clean, no marks, and with bright plates and
illustrations. Hinges strong and tight, all pages intact and firmly bound. Very good to near fine condition. Included is a 2pp. letter from
Lone Eagle, November 8, 1958, to Kenny Red Owl Englert, in which he talks about having first editions of Standing Bear’s books and
how he helped his father-in-law with the books. Lone Eagle included a very nice, unpublished, black and white photograph of Standing
Bear with the letter, dated 1930. Three pieces.
$75-100
694. RAIN IN THE FACE (1835 - 1905) Sioux warrior who joined in the Fetterman massacre for which he was later arrested by George
Custer. The Indian won his revenge at Little Big Horn, where it is believed he killed both George and Tom Custer. Ornate Barry printed
card, titled Rain the Face and copyrighted D.F. Barry 1885 and twice attributed to Barry’s Bismarck, Dakota studio, verso features Barry’s
Bismarck and Standing Rock, D.T. backstamp. Soiling to card but lighter to albumen, two small, minor stains; card edges rubbed, still
quite good.
$200 - 300
A missionary and ambassador to hostile Indians
695. SAMUEL KIRKLAND (1741 - 1808) A Presbyterian missionary among the Oneida and Tuscarora people in North America. He was
the founder (in 1793) of the Hamilton-Oneida Academy (later Hamilton College). He became an advisor and ambassador for the Iroquois
during the Revolution persuaded many Oneidas and Tuscaroras to assist the American revolutionaries. After the war, he maintained
good relations with the Indians and helped negotiate treaties and keep peace between Indians and whites. Rare A.L.S., 1p. 4to., Paris,
Oneida Co., N.Y. , May 18, 1799. The missionary conveys his correspondent twenty dollars in the form of a draft, adding: “...The difficulties in procuring, or collecting money at this time of extreme scarcity in this part of the state, are inconceivable. Don’t be offended
at my small beginning, to discharge the note...“. Small binding strip at verso of left margin, repaired seal tear at top margin, else very
good.
$200 - 300
696. ARCHIVE OF DR. ROBERT BURNS Small archive of material concerning Dr. Robert Burns, the prime mover in the establishment of
the Philosophical Society, or, as it afterwards was called, the Frankford Lyceum of Science. Present are indentures, notes, receipts, etc.,
several signed by Burns, ca. 1840-1860, about 30 pcs. total. Also present is a draft “Constitution” for the Frankford Beneficial Association,
2pp. 8vo., [Philadelphia, ca. 1860]. The group promoted temperance and its bylaws stipulated that all new members must take the
“pledge”, and that members would be ejected for any violation of the promise. Should be examined.
$150 - 200
697. CORRUPTION IN THE GEORGIA LAND OFFICE A.L.S., 1p. 4to., Feb. 7, 1784, in which “Warren Harris“, Surveyor General writes:
“...Mr. Sanders Walker will pay you your fees for carrying my plat through your office. I hope the plat has got safe to you this time
without a black list on it...I am informed by Mr. Dejernett the scheme was horrid and I think of the blackest hue that I ever seen. If the
plat had passed as it was intended I should [ have] been cut out of the land and perhaps Mr. Gorham might get a piece by it. Your
affidavit that the plat was not defaced in any part in your office will much oblige me as I want to see who is the enemy that he may know
the reward of his labors...“. Minor foxing, the bottom fold has a clean, nearly invisible split that has previously been well repaired from
the verso, else very good.
$100 - 150
698. GERMAN SOCIALISTS IN 1857 NEW YORK Rare partly-printed D.S., 2pp. 4to., New York, 1857, a membership certificate in the
“Socialistischer Turnerbund“ issued to one Philipp Berger, signed by Berger and several club members. Split at folds, soiled and worn.
The turnerbunds were distinctly German organizations initially founded in the U.S. to promoted German physical fitness and national
identity. As time passed, these organizations became more political in nature, the most extreme taking on socialist tendencies and
seeking the overthrow of the German monarchy.Good condition, some flaws.
$100 - 150
699. HARVARD CLASS OF 1808 Scarce broadside, 1p. folio, Cambridge, Aug. 31, 1808, (printed by Hillard & Metcalf, 1808) titled “Illustrissimo Jacobo Sullivan, armigero, LL.D. Gubernatori...Caeterisque, qui in Rebus Universitatis administrandis versantur; Vereandis
Ecclesiarum passium Pastoribus; Universis denique, ubicunque terrarum, Humaanitits Cultoribus, Reique Publicae nostrae literariae
Fautoribus...“. The broadside then lists the forty Harvard students receiving their bachelors’ degrees together with selected theses
recited by the students noted below. OCLC identifies one institutional example at the American Antiquarian Society (OCLC 83760373).
Not in Shaw & Shoemaker, but similar to an 1807 example (Shaw & Shoemaker, 12728). Marginal chips with losses affecting text especially at right and bottom margins, moderate uneven toning, creases, else very good.
$200 - 300
700. JOHN JACOB ASTOR (1763 - 1848) American fur trader and financier,
Astor grew to become the dominant fur trader in America and built a fortune
from investments in government loans and real estate. A.L.S. 1p. 8vo., “25
Mar.“ [n.y.], possibly to: “Mr. Cogswell“, potentially the same “Cogswell” who
served as librarian of the Astor Library. In full: “Will you do me the favor to
Dine with me to day at 1/2 past 4 o’Clock - Monday 25 March Yours, J. J.
Astor“. Fine condition, matted with an engraving and simply framed.
$600 - 700
701. HORACE GREELEY (1811 - 1872) American journalist and founder of the
New York Tribune which advocated abolition, and universal amnesty and suffrage. Greeley also posted bail for Jefferson Davis. A.Q.S., 8vo., 1 p., Mar. 13,
1865, Office of the Tribune, in part: “...that Liberty for all is to be the guidance
to follow our Country in the good time...& subscribe myself”. Affixed to another
sheet, good.
$100 - 150
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702. FRANCIS SCOTT KEY (1779 - 1843) American lawyer and poet who, inspired by Americans’ tenacity during the British bombardment of Fort
McHenry, wrote the lyrics to what was to become our national anthem, “The
Star Spangled Banner”. A.L.S. 1p. legal folio, Georgetown, Nov. 10, 1815, to
Francis Saxton in New York, writing, in part: “I am unexpectedly disappointed
in making sale of Wheaton’s life estate in his house which I had directed the
Marshall to take in Execution & which he had taken & advertized for Sale —
He had published as the day of Sale last Friday the 25th — whereas Saturday
was the 25th. In consequence of this mistake he will have to advertize it again
for 30 days longer — It shall then be sold, provided a reasonable price can be
got for it - if not I shall buy it in for you ...“ Addressed on verso in Key’s hand.
Usual folds, some marginal wear, else very good condition. $1,500 - 2,000
703. (TRAGEDY AND MURDER IN 1860 DENVER) Good content A.L.S., 3pp.
4to., Denver, June 23, 1860 in which C. D. Ronk and her daughters write to
her husband, D. T. Ronk. In part: “...our babe is dead he died May the 30 he
suffered more than I can tell his last sickness was digestion on the brain...I
had to lay the darling little one out and put him in the coffin myself there was
no men to bury him till the minister went out and got some men...we are very
unpleasantly situated here...I have three borders they pay seven dollars a
week. I expect to buy a cow in the morning...”. The daughter adds: “...little
David has left us he has gone home where no pane nor sorrow can enter in...”.
Finally, the second daughter writes: “...Susie Anderson is sick they think she
has the measles...there has been a man hung and two men murdered since
you left and they think that they will hang that man that killed that man this
week...the man that was hung was a dutch man he had a wife and a child...the
man’s wife that was killed was kinived in with him to kill her husband...So
good bye come home...”. One can only imagine the reader’s reactions! Very
good.
$300 - 400
704. NO LOT
705. (IOWA CITY) Ambrotype, 2 3/4” X 3 1/4”, showing Iowa City businessman M. T. Close half-length and seated, his arms crossed
with a derringer clearly visible in his right hand. Case broken, ambro in very good condition. The Close Family were major contributors
to the economic growth of 19th century Iowa City. Brothers Chalmer and M.T. Close arrived in Iowa City in 1854. They partnered in
several manufacturing enterprises, including a highly successful linseed oil mill opened in 1861. The mill was operated around the clock
six days a week producing six tons of paper daily. Disaster struck when a 6,000-pound chemical reducing tank exploded, sending the
tank so high in the air that a witness said it appeared no larger than a barrel. Six men were killed in the disaster.
$150 - 200
706. FRED G. JOHNSON “NELLIE THE DOG CHILD”
SIDESHOW BANNER Rare, well-executed sideshow banner,
ca. 1940s, 8’ wide, 7 1/2’ tall, canvas with metal attachments
in corner reinforced with leather corners, painted in oil. The
poster depicts a child in diapers with a rattle, doll and Teddy
Bear, with the head of a canine. The top of the banner blazes:
“NELLIE the DOG CHILD” with the come-on beneath:
$1,000.00 IF NOT REAL”. A 5” x 3” clean tear in one corner
easily repaired, a quarter-sized hole affects one letter at
lower-right, else excellent. The banner was painted by famed
sideshow artist Fred G. Johnson. Johnson is considered one
of the finest sideshow banner painters in the history of the
circus and sideshow world. He had a 65-year career of banner painting, creating many works that are still prized by collectors and museums around the world. He worked for the O.
Henry Tent and Awning Company in Chicago for 40 years
from 1934-1974. Known as the ‘Picasso’ of circus art, Johnson designed advertisements for the Century of Progress Exposition, the 1933 World’s Fair held in Chicago, the city’s old
White City and Riverview amusement parks, traveling shows
throughout the country, and all the great circuses, including
Ringling Brothers, Barnum & Bailey and the Clyde Beatty Circus. His banners have been exhibited at the State of Illinois
Building, some now hang in museums, and others were auctioned at Sotheby’s in New York in 1981.
$2,000 - 3,000
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707. (STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA) A United States of America, the State of South Carolina Sterling Funded Debt at 6% interest, 1p.,
15” x 21”, April 1, 1871, Washington, with various engravings including a cotton plant, with all 39 coupons intact. Cancelled with numerous “X” marks with no loss of text. Very good.
$100 - 200
708. AMERICAN POSTAL HISTORY AND RAILROADS A lot of six original postal covers from the early days of Wells Fargo ca. 1853 onward, along with a stock certificate for the Burlington and Missouri River Railroad Co., issuing 12 shares of stock on Dec. 20, 1878, a
partly-printed receipt from the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Company, July 3, 1839, and an A.L.S. of an unidentified individual, 3pp.
4to., Washington, June 15, 1848, mentioning the banks and railroads. Together nine pieces, very good.
$100 - 150
709. ANTI-EMBARGO BROADSIDE, CA. 1801 A
scathing anti-embargo act broadside, ca. 180506, aimed directly at Secretary of the Treasury, Albert Gallatin and titled: The CONSTITUTION gone !
!”, 2pp. 11 1/2” x 17 3/4”, signed anonymously:
“A Descendant of the Pilgrims”. It reads, in part:
“...The late act to enforce the Embargo, recommended by the American Talleyrand, ‘Mr. Gallatin’,
has given the last blow to our Civil Liberties...its
true title...should have been...’An Act to suspend
the RIGHTS of the People and top create an absolute Dictator for indefinite period’...” The text
continues, claiming that the act will deprive Americans of acquiring property, enjoying it, retaining
the right to trials by jury, loss of property without
due process, “nocturnal visits, by spies, informers
and military hirelings...malevolence of personal
enemies...subjects every man’s most secret and
confidential
papers
to
seizure
and
examination...subjects the citizens to have soldiers quartered...taxes on bread, too...a ruinous
and corrupting system of espionage...In short, it
leaves but one dreadful, horrible alternative, Civil
War, or Slavery...”, etc. The verso of the sheet
bears an abstract of the Embargo Act. A one 4”
split near top with just the tiniest loss to one word,
a few wrinkles and two marginal stains away from
text, else very good. Gallatin actually resisted Jefferson Embargo Act of 1807, which of course was
a dismal failure and helped spark the War of 1812.
$750 - 1,000
710. THE PLAINDEALER A bound run of the very
rare New York weekly newspaper, The Plaindealer,
commencing with Vol. I, No. 1, Dec. 3, 1836 to No.
44, Sep. 30, 1837, 704pp. large 4to., bound. The
paper touted itself as “democratick“, with an abolitionist bent, as noted in the motto at its masthead: “Equal Rights“. Each issue contains local and
national news, lengthy editorial, theater news, advertisements, etc. Covers detached, else overall
very good condition. The Plaindealer was founded
by William Leggett (1801-1839), an American
poet, fiction writer, and journalist. In the summer
of 1829, however, William Cullen Bryant invited
Leggett to write for the New York Evening Post.
There, in addition to literary and drama reviews,
he began to write political editorials. Leggett became an owner and editor at the Post in 1831,
eventually working as sole editor of the newspaper
while Bryant traveled in Europe in 1834-5. He
founded The Plaindealer in 1836 and the Examiner
in 1837, but these publications lasted only a few
months. Their failure left Leggett in poverty.
$200 - 300
711. PRESCRIPTION FOR WHISKEY...ORDERED DURING PROHIBITION! A humorous item, being a partly-printed D.S. 1p. sm. 8vo.,
Darby, Pa., Apr. 6, 1924, in which a doctor prescribes “Whiskey O.T. Sing Tablespoonful every 4 hours“ to a patient. The benefit of such
a small dose remains unknown! Fine condition.
$75 - 100
712. FLAG COLLECTION A group of 11 high-quality reproduction flags, most 48” x 72” being including a circular 13 star American
flag; Confederate First National (7 stars); Confederate Second National; a reverse version of the aforementioned Confederate flag (white
field with battle stars backed in blue at top left with red field); Confederate Battle Flag (square); a reverse Confederate battle flag (blue
field, white stars on red crossed bars); the first Continental flag; Bunker Hill flag, Franco-American alliance flag, Fort Mercer flag; and
an embroidered regimental flag for the 13th Artillery. Thirteen pieces in very good condition. Sold as is.
$150 - 200
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Presidents & Vice Presidents
713. WILLIAM A. WASHINGTON (1752-1810) Officer in the Continental Army during Revolutionary War, commander of the Light Dragoons, nephew of George Washington. A.D.S., 1 p., 2 3/4” x 6”, n.p., regarding freight charges. Date added in another hand, fine.
$150 - 200
714. ADAMS PROTECTS HIS FAMILY DURING THE QUASI-WAR Fascinating D.S. 2pp. legal folio, [Washington, ca. June 8, 1798], an
invoice submitted by shipwright and carpenter David Evans and headed: “The United States to David Evans“. Evans bills the federal government: “...For Sundry Carpenter work at fitting up Boats for the Commander in Chief’s family and stores - Also Boats for the Paymaster
general and Store Boats - Making Gun Carriages Rammers and Spunges Compleat...smoothing the bottom of the Adams Galley...making
[?] in the Commander in Chief’s Barge &c....“. There follows a list of 16 names (including Evans) with amounts due to each for up to
thirty days’ labor, with Evans signing twice at conclusion and finally being paid off in Pittsburg. A few marginal archival tape repairs on
second page, else very good. Adams was likely preparing for anticipated hostilities against France and the likelihood that the French
would attack Washington. Increased depredations by privateers from Revolutionary France required the U.S. Navy to protect the expanding American merchant shipping fleet, leading to the Quasi-War which would commence a month later.
$200 - 300
A letter to Napoleon recalling Robert Livingston, purchaser of the Louisiana Territory
715. THOMAS JEFFERSON (1743 - 1826) Third President of the
United States, author and signer of the Declaration of Independence, ceased the importation of slaves to America. Important L.S.
“Th: Jefferson“ as President, 1p. folio, Washington, June 29, 1804
to First Consul of the French Republic and President of the Italian
Republic, Napoleon Bonaparte informing him of the departure of
the current American ambassador, Robert R. Livingston, who the
previous year, negotiated the Louisiana Purchase. The letter
reads in full: “Citizen First Consul and President, Robert R. Livingston, who for several years has resided with you as the Minister Plenipotentiary of the United States, having desired to
return to America, we have yielded to his request. He will accordingly take his leave of you, embracing that occasion to assure you of our friendship and sincere desire to preserve and
strengthen the harmony and good understanding so happily
subsisting between the two Nations, and which will be further
manifested by his Successor. We are persuaded, that he will do
this in the manner most expressive of these sentiments, and of
the respect and sincerity with which they are offered. We pray
God to keep you, Citizen First Consul and President under his
holy protection.“ Countersigned by JAMES MADISON as Secretary of State. Robert R. Livingston (1746-1813) known as “The
Chancellor,” served as the first Chancellor of New York from
1777 to 1801 when he accepted Jefferson’s appointment as minister to France. Jefferson sent Livingston specifically to negotiate
a purchase of the Port of New Orleans, which had recently reverted from Spanish to French control. Authorized to purchase
the port for $10 million, Livingston and his fellow diplomats
were blindsided when France offered the entire Louisiana territory for only $15 million. Although Livingston was authorized to
purchase New Orleans, he feared the offer would be rescinded
at any time preventing him from accomplishing his original task,
so he agreed to the offer. The purchase doubled the size of the
country, and Livingston remarked, “We have lived long but this
is the noblest work of our whole lives...The United States take
rank this day among the first powers of the world.” It was also
during his time in France that Livingston met Robert Fulton. The
pair developed the first steamboat which they tested on the Seine
on August 3, 1803. Back in the United States, the pair would
continue their work launching their first commercial steamer,
Clermont in 1807. Provenance: DuPont family to the family of
the present owner. In 1803, Jefferson had sent Pierre Samuel du
Pont de Nemours to assist Livingston and James Monroe with the
negotiations. Document is brittle with partial fold separations
and some tears, uneven toning, backed with linen, else good
condition. Certainly worthy of professional restoration. A
tremendous association piece tied to one of most important accomplishments of Jefferson’s presidency.
$8,000 - 12,000
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716. THOMAS JEFFERSON AND JAMES MADISON (1743 - 1826) Third
President of the United States, author and signer of the Declaration of Independence, ceased the importation of slaves to America. Partly printed
D.S., 2pp., folio, Washington, Feb. 25, 1807. A patent for a piece of machinery where “the crank is turned by a water wheel, the cogs of the crank
shaft connect with the cog of the large shaft & turn that shaft...the shaft
turns, & raise the hammer four times at one turn of the shaft....”. The patent
is for a “Joel Fox Jr. a citizen of Pembroke in the United States”. His patent
seems to be an improvement on the water wheel, or a piece of machinery
that is run by a water wheel. The document is signed by Jefferson as President and James Madison as Secretary of State, a sitting and future President. Ink has faded in areas, Jefferson signature is faded, but readable,
Madison signature a bit faded, seal complete and intact.
$4,000 - 5,000
717. THOMAS JEFFERSON (1743 - 1826) Third President of the United States, author and signer of the Declaration of Independence,
ceased the importation of slaves to America. Clipped signature, most likely from a letter, affixed to a larger 2” x 5 1/4” slip of paper.
The signature is bold and dark. When framed with his image, a great presentation.
$2,000 - 3,000
718. THOMAS JEFFERSON (1743 - 1826) Third President of the United States, author and signer of the Declaration of Independence,
ceased the importation of slaves to America. His signature “Th: Jefferson“ as President on a 8vo. sheet of vellum removed from a engraved
document dated 1804, also signed by JAMES MADISON as Secretary of State. Soiled and toned, both signatures appear to have been
treated with a solvent in a misguided attempt to restore them resulting in a dark blue hue to the signatures. Just good overall. Sold as
is.
$100 - 150
719. (THOMAS JEFFERSON) FEDERALIST REACTION TO EMBARGO OF 1808 WILLIAM SULLIVAN (1774-1839) Massachusetts jurist
and political leader. Son of Governor James Sullivan (1744-1808), he was noted for his defection from his father’s party to the Federalists
. Following the Hartford Convention in 1815, Sullivan served as a commissioner sent to present the convention’s suggested constitutional
amendments in Washington. Collection of seven very fine content manuscript documents (13pp. total) including documents detailing
Federalist political strategy during the presidencies of Jefferson and Madison. The collection includes an A.D. 1p. 4to. [Boston], 24 Feb.
1810, titled “Central Committee met at John Phillips Esqr...” Listing those present including, William Prescot, John Phillips, John Welles,
Stephen Higginson, Jr., and William Sullivan. Committee members Harrison Gray Otis, Daniel Sargent and Francis D. Channing were not
present. The minutes order that “S. Higgingson Jr. apply to P. Mellen Esq. and arrange with him the measures necessary to secure the
election in Cumberland of Governor, Lieut Governor and Senators...“ Concerning publications the meeting noted that “It appeared that
there were to be 2500 pamphlets of the New England Patriot to be prepared and circulated.— It appeared desirable that there should
be a brief period publication on the present State of affairs...“ Docketed on verso “Central Committee 1809“; A.D. 1p. oblong 8vo.,
[Boston], docketed “Meeting June 4. 1805“ being minutes from a meeting of the Federalist Central Committee in Boson noting “Objections
-The Boston central comm[itt]e did not send pamphlets enough - nor seasonably enough. - the pamphlets were too well written - too
long- not divided properly. $1000 w[oul]d. Set up 4 presses in Maine... The central comm[itt]ee ought to enforce the organization of
towns... that the Comm[itt]ees be ordered to send to the Democrats & not to feds...“ Verso bears further plans “That federalists turn out
and attend the meetings whether caucus or town meeting and that some persons address the assemblies with a view to contradict the
misrepresentations which are made and to give correct information.“; draft A.L. 1p. 4to.,. [n.p., n.d., paper watermarked “1807“] to an
unknown recipient: “Sir, you do not require to be inform’d that the plans we added for the prostration of commerce and for the adoption
of the Continental System in all is rigour, can be defeated only by the union of the Federalists of New England, and that the animating
principle of this Union must continue to be cherished in, and diffused from the Town of Boston. You must also be Sensible that the consequences of the present System, will be the Triumph of French influence, and of course, the enslavement & ruin of the Country— To
prevent these, no means remain, under God, but constant exertion to counteract falsehood, intrigue & corruption, by the diffusion of
correct information among the people in a mode more effectually than that of the ordinary newspapers — Whatever remains to New
England of her prosperity, her commerce or even her hopes may be attributed to this exertion. The small hand formerly rais’d for this
object is exhausted - A Committee has been appointed to replenish it by an application to a few of those who are willing to give Something to save All. The term appointed... will be shown you by the Bearer...“; A.Ms. 4pp. legal folio. [n.p., n.d., c. Apr. 1816] with now
separated leaf with matching watermark to the former, 189x198 mm. bearing docket: “H.[arrison] G[ray]. O.[tis]’s political notions eveng.
preceding the 1 Monday of April 1816 — my own before receiving these are on another paper [not present]“ Sullivan’s summation of
Otis’s remarks read in part: “The Circumstances under which we proceed to the State Elections are entirely different from any which
hence existed since the powers of the national Government were wrested from Federal hands— Since that epoch the national admn has
been constantly engaged in schemes of policy, which we could not but deem hostile to the best interests of this Country, and deem
hostile to the best interest of this Country, and hence an opposition to the National administration was inseparably connected with our
success in the choice of Federal Candidates — But as the present State of public affairs is such as we all rejoice in as the convulsions of
the country are now quieted by Peace, and as Subsequently to that event, the measures of Government have ceased to be obnoxious,
so the opposition to that Govent has subsided & a general disposition pervades all descriptions of persons to aid the adm[inistratio]n...“
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The following pages analyze Democratic intentions against the Federalists, fearing one-party rule: “...Dreadful is the condition of a people, when a popular faction can run riot uncontrolled in every excess of misgovernment, free from all apprehension, as well as from all
power in those who would expose and counteract their violence... Take a short retrospect of Gerrys reign of Terror - What they have
done, we have reason to What they have done, we have reason to fear will be repeated — There is no pretence [sic] that temporary passions and excitements were the motives which impelled them — They drew up their intolerant creed with all the deliberation of a college
of Cardinals, or an ecclesiastical Counsel, and they have registered it as the text by which they expect to be saved... Finally by preserving
our present Party, a fair prospect of harmony and peace is afforded - The National & State Govts will move quietly in their respective
orbits — As there will be less caus[e] of opposition from us, there will be less... hostility form them — Parties would in some degree approximate, and the Country realise the advantage of the aid and talents of more than one description of persons - In the other event,
the torch... will be again lighted, and while ye Southern States are recovering from the delusions of democracy & bowing to the ascendancy of federal principles - Our misery will be commending, and prospects overcast...“ Offered together three additional letters including one by Sullivan, late in life (1838) to a New York physician; a letter by May 1, 1811 A.L.S. of Ephraim Hall to Sullivan concerning
circulars left with various officials in southeastern Massachusetts; and a letter of Gertrude P. Meredith to Sullivan concerning family
matters. Letter bear minor wear including a few marginal tears and light toning. Together seven pieces, in overall very good condition.
$400-600
720. GEORGE CLINTON (1739 - 1812) Vice President of the United States (1805-12) and Continental Congressman who opposed ratification of the Constitution. Partly-printed D.S. as Governor of New York, 1p., oblong folio, Albany, Apr. 5, 1803, a letter granting a
commission to Adam Minckler to serve as ensign in a Columbia County militia regiment led by Samuel Ten Broeck. Boldly signed, “Geo.
Clinton“ and countersigned by Clinton’s secretary, THOMAS TILLOTSON. Included is an
embossed seal of New York State. Age toned with minor folds, else fine.
$200 - 300
721. JAMES MADISON (1751-1836) Fourth President of the United States considered the
“Father of the Constitution”, he authored the Federalist papers and sponsored the Bill of
Rights. Partly-printed D.S. “James Madison” as President, 1p. folio on vellum, Washington,
June 12, 1816, a scallop-top ship’s paper issued to the brig Messenger of Philadelphia,
130 tons with a crew of seven men. Boldly signed by secretary of State and future President,
JAMES MONROE. With intact paper seal at left. Usual folds, a few soiled spots, else near
fine condition.
$2,500 - 3,500
722. ANDREW JACKSON (1767-1845) Seventh President of the United
States, “Old Hickory” became a national hero in his defense of New Orleans
and as president encouraged Western expansion and paid off the national
debt. Fine partly printed D.S., 1p., vellum folio, Washington, Mar. 12, 1836,
a patent to John Ames of Springfield, MA for improvements “in the Boiler
for the generating of steam to be used in the drying of paper...“. Ames had
made several previous forays into paper technology, having famously sued
Houghton & Johnson in the paper machine trial of 1828. Ames’ paper-drying boiler patent took the steam process and created more of it for drying,
as opposed to concentrated power in an engine. Signed “Andrew Jackson“
with one of the largest, boldest examples we’ve seen, and countersigned
by JOHN FORSYTH as Secretary of State and BENJAMIN BUTLER as Attorney
General. Embossed eagle-vignette seal and yellow silk ties remain. Folded,
with moderate soiling at top and bottom border and slight foxing in the
folds. A diagram and text pertaining to the invention are also included. This
patent was one of the last signed by a President before the creation of the
Patent Office on July 4, 1836; government copies of the patent are presumed
lost in a December 15, 1836 fire.
$1,500 - 2,500
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723. BROADSIDE FIRST PRINTING OF ANDREW JACKSON’S STATE OF THE UNION Broadside, Globe Extra, (Washington), December 6, 1831, large folio, light damp stain at right
column. The broadside provides the full text of President Andrew Jackson’s third State of
the Union message delivered before the joint Congress. Of most interest are his comments
on the progress of the removal of the Indians under the 1830 Indian Removal Act. In part
Jackson reports, “Time and experience have proved that the abode of the native Indian within
their limits is dangerous to their peace and injurious to himself. In accordance with my recommendation at a former session of Congress, an appropriation of $500K was made to aid
the voluntary removal of the various tribes beyond the limits of the States. At the last session
I had the happiness to announce that the Chickasaws and Choctaws had accepted the generous offer of the Government and agreed to remove beyond the Mississippi River, by which
the whole of the State of Mississippi and the western part of Alabama will be freed from Indian occupancy and opened to a civilized population. The treaties with these tribes are in a
course of execution, and their removal, it is hoped, will be completed in the course of 1832”.
This “voluntary removal” process continued through the decade concluding with the “trail
$750 - 1,000
of tears” horror of 1838.
Seeking to underwrite the establishment of Oglethorpe University
724. MARTIN VAN BUREN (1782 - 1862) Eighth President of the United States, Secretary of State and a close
ally of Andrew Jackson. A.L.S., 1 1/2 pp., Washington,
Mar. 14, 1836. Vice President Martin Van Buren urges
New York politician Erastus Corning to support the establishment of Oglethorpe University in Georgia. In full: “My Dear Sir, My friend Mr. Talmadge of Georgia visits our section of the Union in the
hope of obtaining subscription for a seminary of learning in his state, the merits of which he will
explain. It is well known that our southern friends have heretofore been very liberal in respect to
similar applications coming from us, & I sincerely hope that Mr. Talmadge may be able to report on
his return the existence of a reciprocal spirit on our part. You will promote the deserving object &
serve a worthy man by extending to Mr. Talmadge such facilities as may be in your power. I am
D(ea)r Sir very truly yours, M.Van Buren”. The endeavor proved successful, as Oglethorpe opened
its doors in Milledgeville, Ga. in 1838. Talmadge served as its president from 1841 until his death
in 1865. Fine.
$600 - 800
725. JOHN TYLER (1790 - 1862) Tenth President of the United States following the
death of Harrison, annexed Texas, and remained loyal to Virginia following its secession. Manuscript D.S. “John Tyler” as President, 1p. folio, Washington, Oct. 10, 1843, a
pardon of “...Benjamin Demyer, late Postmaster at South Durham, Greene County [N.Y.],
was convicted of a violation of the Post Office laws, and sentenced to ten years imprisonment - And whereas it has been
made to appear by the recommendation of the jury, the opinion of the
United States District Attorney, and
the petition of numerous citizens,
that the said Benjamin Demyer, is a
fit subject for the interposition of the
Executive Clemency...” Countersigned by Secretary of State ABEL P.
UPSHER. With intact paper seal of
the United States at lower left.
Creases, else fine condition. Matted
with a small portrait of Tyler at bottom. Not examined out of mat.
$600 - 800
726. ZACHARY TAYLOR (17841850) Twelfth President of the
United States, “Old Rough and
Ready” was also a hero of the Mexican War, taking Monterrey and defeating Santa
Anna. Scarce partly-printed D.S. “Z. Taylor“ as President, 1p. folio, [n.p., n.d.], an unengrossed scallop-top ship’s passport. Countersigned by JOHN M. CLAYTON as Secretary of State. With intact paper seal of the United states at lower left and numbered
in manuscript, “115“ Unengrossed ship’s papers seldom appear on the market, let
alone examples signed during Taylor’s relatively brief presidency. Usual folds, some
cockling, else fine condition.
$3,500 - 4,000
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727. ZACHARY TAYLOR (1784-1850) Twelfth President of the
United States, “Old Rough and Ready” was also a hero of the
Mexican War, taking Monterrey and defeating Santa Anna. Mexican War date A.L.S. “Z. Taylor“ 2pp. 8vo., “Camp Near Monterey
Mexico“ June 30, 1847 to Surgeon R. C. Wood at New Orleans.
The hero of Buena Vista attends to his finances, writing his sonin-law. In part: “...not having had a word from Genl Scotts Column nor of movement from any other quarter; not having had
a mail since I wrote from the East - On the subject of the draft
refund to by you, on Col Hunts drawer by Capt Sibley, on looking over my papers in relation to yours I find the mistake respecting the same was owing to my own accounts as I
mentioned to you I got two sets of drafts in duplicate from Capt.
S at the same time one for 500 dollars in your favor, the other
for 400 in favor of Mrs. Taylor- they were forwarded me in the
night quite late & put up in a great hurry for Dr. Hitchcock to
take charge of, who was to start the next morning very early; I
now find that I inclosed to you, one for 4 hundred & the duplicate or original for a like sum to Mrs. T & find I have both the
original & duplicate in my possess[ion] for the 5 hundred, the
first, the original, for fie is now forwarded which will enable you
to explain to Col. Hunt how this mistake occurred...“ With integral address leaf. Usual folds, else very good to fine condition.
$2,500 - 3,500
728. JAMES BUCHANAN (1791 - 1868) Fifteenth President of the United States whose hands-off attitude toward states’ rights directly
contributed to the start of the Civil War. A.E.S. as President on the face of an envelope addressed to him and marked “Confidential“
noting the letter was from “Wm Grandin“ adding “These strong recommendations of W. Grandin are referred to the Secretary of the In$200 - 300
terior James Buchanan“ Very good condition.
729. ABRAHAM LINCOLN (1809-1865) Sixteenth President of the United States who led the Union through the
Civil War and emancipated the slaves, assassinated. Important partly-printed D.S. “Abraham Lincoln”, 1p. 4to.,
Washington, Aug. 12, 1863, a “draft call” for the State
of New York signed in the aftermath of the New York
Draft Riots. Here, Lincoln seeks additional soldiers despite the wanton destruction wrought by rioter in New
York City. The document reads, in part: “...I, ABRAHAM
LINCOLN...having taken into consideration the number
of volunteers and militia furnished by and from the several States...do hereby assign Two thousand and fifty as
the first proportional part of the quota of troops to be
furnished by the fifth DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF New
York under this, the first call made by me on the State
of New York, under the act approved March 3, 1863, entitled ‘An Act for Enrolling and Calling out the National
Forces, and for other purposes’...”. The Draft Riots were
the largest civil insurrection in American history apart
from the Civil War itself. The rioters were overwhelmingly working class men, resentful, among other reasons, because the draft unfairly affected them while
sparing wealthier men, who could afford to pay a $300
commutation fee to exclude themselves from its reach.
Fighting broke out on July 13, 1863 and lasted for the
balance of the week killing at least 120, including eleven
black men who were lynched. Property damage was in
the millions. The draft in the city was resumed in midAugust with only grudging cooperation from Tammany
Hall and the public. Boldly signed by Lincoln. Minor marginal wear, else very fine condition. Ornately matted and
framed making for a superb presentation.
$20,000 - 25,000
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A draft call signed the day before the cataclysmic Battle of Gettysburg
730. ABRAHAM LINCOLN (1809-1865) Sixteenth President
of the United States who led the Union through the Civil War
and emancipated the slaves, assassinated. Important partlyprinted D.S. “Abraham Lincoln”, 1p. 4to., Washington, June
30, 1863, a “draft call” signed the day before North and
South would collide with cataclysmic results at Gettysburg.
Here, Lincoln seeks additional soldiers from the State of
Connecticut. In part: “...I, ABRAHAM LINCOLN...having taken
into consideration the number of volunteers and militia furnished by and from the several States...do hereby assign
Two Thousand One Hundred and sixty two as the first proportional part of the quota of troops to be furnished by the
First DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF Connecticut under this, the
first call made by me on the State of Connecticut, under the
act approved March 3, 1863, entitled ‘An Act for Enrolling
and Calling out the National Forces, and for other purposes’...”. Light toning at two extreme corners, folds and a
few light wrinkles, very boldly signed and overall very good.
In New York, this same draft call would provoke the worst
riots in American history, with widespread looting, arson,
and murder of innocent blacks.
$10,000 - 12,000
731. A MAN LOSES TWO SONS AND A NEPHEW AND
WRITES PRESIDENT LINCOLN FOR A JOB. JOHN HAY (1838
- 1905) Lincoln’s private secretary, Secretary of State, and a
sponsor of the treaty leading to construction of the Panama
Canal. A.E.S. on the verso of a letter sent to President Abraham Lincoln, 3pp. 4to., Marshall, Mich., Aug. 18,1864 by one
George Woodruff, who writes, in part: “... my three boys, an
adopted nephew making a fourth, were lately ... in the army
of which you are the commander in chief. Three of them have
fallen at their receptive posts of duty. My son George who
gave his life to his country at Gettysburg, there, as the successor of Gen. Kirby commanded the celebrated Battery
which contributed ... to our success at Fair Oaks, & which also
under his command won distinguished praise at Antietam.
My eldest son, William, of first Mich. V. Infantry whose service
is imperfectly noticed in the enclosed slip [present] has recently closed the record of his sufferings & his perils at Petersburgh— My nephew Capt. Frank G. of the 88th U.S. (Col’d) Infantry nearly at the same time fell a victim to disease contracted during
his hard service with Gen. Banks ill starred Expedition up the Red River. With this for introduction, my youngest & only surviving son having
just left me to return to his regt. in Missouri I cannot leave the care of my remaining family of girls, their mother being no more, to join
the loyal post you have lately summon to the field. I am nevertheless ready to be made the subject of an executive act which might tend
to encourage others to encounter sacrifice for the Country’s sake. My own choice from professional taste & for the advantage of laboring
in my vocation, would be a judicial position.... “ The request is also endorsed by Michigan Congressman JOHN W. LONGYEAR together
with Michigan Senators ZACHARIAH CHANDLER and JACOB M. HOWARD. On the verso, Hay notes that the request was referred by Lincoln
to “... Hon, the Attorney General“ above which is an unsigned endorsement possibly in the hand of Attorney General EDWARD BATES. Offered together with a manuscript petition, 3pp. 4to., Marshall, Mich., Jan 20, 1865 signed by 25 associates recommending Woodruff for a
federal district judgeship. Endorsed on the verso by Lincoln’s other personal secretary JOHN NICHOLAY referring the petition on to the
Attorney General at the request of the President. Ex Harold C. Brooks Collection. Usual folds, else very good to fine condition. Together,
two pieces.
$200 - 300
732. LINCOLN CONSPIRATORS’ GALLOWS AND LINCOLN HAIR RELIC GROUPING Lincoln’s hair, tastefully matted with several chips
of wood from the gallows upon which his assassins and their fellow conspirators were hanged on July 7, 1865. The hair was obtained
from a larger lock given by Mrs. Lincoln to Mrs. Caroline Wright, the wife of former Indiana Gov. Joseph Wright, sold at Christie’s in
1992. The gallows relics were obtained by a guard at the hanging who removed a large section of wood immediately after the proceedings, just as souvenir hunters descended upon the scene. The relics are triple-matted in gold, white and red felt with images of Lincoln,
the conspirators just after they were hanged, and a printed description. Provenance for both relics accompanies.
$250 - 350
733. LINCOLN FUNERAL STEREOVIEW Lincoln funeral procession stereoview taken in New York City on April 25, 1865. The view, which
has the E. & H. T. Anthony label on the verso and credit on the recto, shows the procession heading down Broadway. Thousands of
mourners and procession marchers can be seen in this solemn view. The albumen is fine, mount has some age and a crease at the lower
right, revenue stamp removed affecting label. A desirable Lincoln funeral image.
$200 - 300
734. (ABRAHAM LINCOLN) - CONFEDERATE NEWSPAPER Confederate newspaper account of Lincoln’s renomination, folio sheet from
the Confederate newspaper “Daily Dispatch, Richmond, June 14, 1864”. Two columns dedicated to the Baltimore Convention that renominated Lincoln. Reads in part: “After further debate...the convention then proceeded to ballot for the President...The first resolution...demands the suppression of the rebellion by force of arms...Why Hannibal Hamlin was set aside, and why Andrew Johnson of all men
regarded as the man for Vice President, we do not pretend to know...It may have been supposed that his name would give strength to
Old Abe among the old line War Democracy...”. There is much more excellent content, including “Why Grant did not get the nomination...”.
Fine.
$200 - 300
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735. (JOHN WILKES BOOTH PLAYBILL) An original printed playbill, 1p folio, for the Boston Museum, for May 1862 which includes a short advance notice on the recto for an engagement of “J.
WILKES BOOTH Will appear on MONDAY EVENING, May 12th. the Management respectfully announce[s] that his engagement is for POSITIVELY TWO WEEKS ONLY. RESERVED SEAT LIST FOR
EITHER OF HIS NIGHTS NOW OPEN.“ The verso features a full page of reviews of Booth’s acting
prowess, headed “OPINIONS OF THE NEW YORK PRESS!“ quoting reviews from the Herald, Times,
Clipper, Times and Messenger, Word, Evening Express, and of course the Tribune, which raved:
“Mr. J. Wilkes Booth is a head and shoulders above those who ordinarily attempt Richard III, in
intellectual breadth and power of concentration. If he would husband his voice a little more in
the raving parts, we think the average would be improved. But at all events he is terribly in
earnest as Richard. His death scene was absolutely lion-hearted...“ Much more glowing content
throughout. Torn at left margin resulting in the loss of some text, one horizontal fold, else very
good condition.
$1,000 - 1,500
736. ABRAHAM LINCOLN AND WILLIAM SEWARD LOCKS OF HAIR A fine relic from the Lincoln
administration, several strands of hair from Abraham Lincoln and William Seward, Lincoln’s Secretary of State. The hair is housed in small magnified boxes and presented in burgundy matting
with images of Lincoln, his assassin John Wilkes Booth, and Seward. The hair was collected by
Caroline Wright, the wife of Governor of Indiana Joseph Wright. The Wrights were close friends
of Lincoln. Ex: Forbes Collection, Christie’s Auction 2002, with COA on verso of Cary Delery.
Fine condition, ideal for display.
$300 - 400
Setting the date for Thanksgiving
737. ANDREW JOHNSON (1808-1875) Seventeenth President of
the United States who came to office following the death of Abraham Lincoln. A squabble with Stanton along with his Reconstruction policies led to an impeachment by Congress. A.E.S., as
President, on the verso of a A.L.S. from Secretary of State William
Seward, 2pp.,12mo, mourning stationary, Washington, D.C., Oct.
31, 1865. On Oct. 28th Johnson issued a proclamation that
Thanksgiving would be observed on the first Thursday of December. Seward asks if the President would keep that day firm against
the wishes of the clergy. Seward writes: “My dear Sir, It would be
practically inconvenient to change the day appointed for Thanksgiving so as to conform to the wishes of the Clergy mentioned in
your note, thus I would not advise the attempt. I shall reply to the
Governor of Ohio in this sense. Very Repectfully, William H. Seward“. Johnson replies in pencil “Let the day stand as it is. Andrew
Johnson Pres.” Light ink stains, folds, else fine. $1,500 - 2,000
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“He did me the ungracious act of placing me on the retired list thus reducing my salary...”
738. ANDREW JOHNSON THROWS LORENZO THOMAS TO THE WOLVES LORENZO THOMAS (1804-1875) Union brigadier general
and Chief of Staff to Winfield Scott. Served as Secretary of War following the dismissal of Edwin Stanton. Fascinating A.L.S., 2pp. 8vo.,
Washington, Oct. 7, 1869 to Judge William A. Carter at Ft. Bridger, WY. Six months earlier, Andrew Johnson had left the Oval Office
having narrowly avoided impeachment. He had delegated Thomas with the duty of delivering Sec. of War Edwin Stanton his letter of dismissal, and had also appointed Thomas Secretary of War ad interim and reinstated his general’s pay. Indirectly, Thomas’ attitude at the
impeachment trial may also have helped to acquit Johnson. However, this letter demonstrates how Johnson abandoned Thomas once
the latter left office. In part: “...Just as my friend President Johnson was going out of office...he did me the ungracious act of placing me
on the retired list thus reducing my salary some three thousand or more dollars a year. With my large family I will find it difficult to live
on my reduced means. I must do something to add to my present income. Your new territory of Wyoming has attracted my attention...Is
there anything I could engage in at your region, or that one of my sons could take note of?...“. Perhaps Thomas was unaware that Carter
came from an old Virginia family, as he was no doubt turned down: Carter docketed the letter: “Genl. L. Thomas alias ‘Ad Interim’”. Fine
condition.
$200 - 300
739. ANDREW JOHNSON IMPEACHMENT PASS Pass to attend the impeachment trial of President Johnson, April 14, 1868, to sit in the
“Gallery”. The pass, which has been used, is missing the stub. The pass has some light toning and discoloration at the top left corner,
else fine. From an historical standpoint passes that have been used mean that a person actually attended the proceedings.$200 - 300
740. RUTHERFORD B. HAYES (1822-1893)
Nineteenth President of the United States and
Union brigadier general. Excessively rare S.P.
likely as President, 4 1/4” x 6 1/2” b/w, a cabinet photograph showing Hayes in an oval
image at center with his seven cabinet members
surrounding him and a vignette of the White
House at top. Boldly inscribed on the verso: “To
Sarah C. Foote With compliments of the ‘victim’
- RBH“. Backstamp by Brady, Washington. Marginal toning on verso, else very good to fine.
Hayes’ signed photos, especially as President,
are quite rare.
$750 – 1,000
741. RUTHERFORD B. HAYES (1822-1893) Nineteenth President of the United States and Union brigadier general. Manuscript D.S. as
President, 1p. folio, [Washington],. June 28, 1879 appointing Assistant Secretaries of State John P. Hawley and Henry F. French to assume
the duties of Secretary of State John Sherman in the event of his “absence or sickness, at any time...“ Usual folds, light soiling, else very
good.
$400 - 500
742. RUTHERFORD B. HAYES (1822-1893) Nineteenth President of the United States and Union brigadier general. Clipped signature,
7/8” x 2 3/4”, most probably from an Executive Mansion card. Mounting remnants on verso, signature bold and clear.
$150 - 200
743. PRESIDENT GARFIELD MEMORIAL ADDRESS SIGNED BY JAMES G. BLAINE (1830 - 1893) American politician, two-time Secretary
of State. Book signed, Life and Character of James A. Garfield President of The United States, by James G. Blaine, Washington: Gov.
Printing Office, 1882, 87 pp. The contents is a memorial address presented by Blaine in the Hall of Representatives, memorializing the
assassinated president. Blaine has incribed and signed the book to Union General Robert Schenck on the fly leaf: “To Genl. Robert C.
Schenck with kindest regard of James G. Blaine”. Blaine went on to run for the Presidency himself in 1884, losing to Grover Cleveland.
Spine missing, pages detached, complete. Inscription and signature bold and dark.
$100 - 150
744. MARY LORD HARRISON (1858 - 1948) First Lady, wife of Benjamin Harrison, 23rd U.S. President. A collection of four A.Ls.S. 9pp.
total, New York, June 3, 1937 to Jan. 12, 1940, together with two transmittal envelopes addressed in her hand and franked, to Dorothy
Frooks (1896 - 1997) suffragist, publisher, attorney, actress, and military figure active in public affairs and military concerns. Content
concerns Frooks’ work with World War I veterans affairs, including functions relative to the “Woman World War Veterans“ Usual folds,
light marginal wear, else very good. Together six pieces.
$100 - 150
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745. (LEON CZOLGOSZ) (1873 - 1901) American assassin of President William McKinley.
Czolgosz, an avowed anarchist, stalked McKinley at the Buffalo Pan-American Exposition
on September 5, 1901. Following a speech by the President, Czolgosz made his way past
McKinley’s fifty bodyguards, drew a pistol and shot twice. McKinley was gravely wounded
in the stomach, and died nine days later. Czolgosz’s trial took but two weeks, and the assassin was electrocuted on October 29, 1901. Fine pair of souvenir items concerning teh
assassin’s capture, each 5 1/4” x 3 1/4”, tghe first a copy of Czolgosz’s mug shot
mounted on a card, the verso signed by C. H. REYNOLDS who adds his position as “Det.
Sergt. Pan. Am. Police”, also signed by CAPT. JAMES VALLELY who adds: Chief of Detectives Pan Am Ex.” Vallely captured Czolgosz and saved him from the mob. The second
card is a copy of Czolgosz’s booking card bearing his name, alias, occupation, physical
details, scars, and notes: “Electrocuted Oct. 29, 1901”. Interestingly, the card also bears
Czolgosz’s Bertillon measurements, measurements taken of Czolgosz’s cranium used by
police to determine criminal characteristics. Very good.
$500 - 700
746. THEODORE ROOSEVELT (1858 - 1919)
Twenty-sixth President of the United States who
started the Panama Canal, settled the RussoJapanese War, broke up Standard Oil and encouraged conservation. Rare D.S. “Theodore
Roosevelt” as President, 2pp. sm. folio, Washington, Aug. 1, 1904. Roosevelt pardons: “…Hardin
Wood, alias R. E. Gilbert...for having in possession and passing altered Treasury notes...imprisoned for seven years in the United States
Penitentiary at McNeil’s Island...”. Boldly signed
by Roosevelt, counter-signed by Attorney General WILLIAM H. MOODY. Folds, some scattered
stains on second page not affecting signatures,
else very good.
$1,000 - 1,200
747. WILLIAM HOWARD TAFT (1857 - 1930) Twenty-seventh President of the United States
and Supreme Court Chief Justice. A.L.S. 1p. 4to. on his personal letterhead, Pointe a Pic, Canada,
[n.d., c. 1921] to Ralph M. Easly of the National Civic Federation complaining about “[Warren]
Stone is truculent and unwise ... I don’t think it was worth while spending so much ink on him
but you have given a sensible man the best of means for not uttering Stone’s words...“ Warren
Stone was a noted labor leader of the time, head of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers.
Light toning, usual folds, else very good.
$300 - 400
748. WOODROW WILSON (1856 - 1924) Twenty-eighth President of the United States who passed sweeping reform laws, gave women
the right to vote, and led the United States through World War I setting the ground work for the League of Nations. Partly-printed D.S.
as President, 1p. oblong folio, Washington, Feb. 9, 1916 appointing Thomas F. Meehan as postmaster for Orange, Mass. Light soiling
and vertical creases, else very good.
$300 - 500
749. FAMOUS NEWSPAPER MISPRINT - “HUGHES ELECTED” Public Ledger, Philadelphia, Pa., Nov. 8, 1916, morning edition, 20pp.
This newspaper certainly ranks up there with the famous “Dewey Defeats Truman” Chicago Daily Tribune newspaper from 1948, only
much, much rarer. This paper reports that Charles Evans Hughes had defeated President Woodrow Wilson in the 1916 Presidential race
with the headline: “HUGHES ELECTED” in the upper right column. Hughes was defeated by Woodrow Wilson in a close election (separated
by 23 electoral votes and 594,188 popular votes). The election hinged on California, where Wilson managed to win by 3,800 votes and
its 13 electoral votes and thus Wilson was returned for a second term; Hughes had lost the endorsement of the California governor
when he failed to show up for an appointment with him. The Public Ledger states “Charles Evans Hughes was elected President of the
United States yesterday over Woodrow Wilson...Incomplete returns indicate that President Hughes will not have a Republican Congress
behind him...”. There is no positive news for Wilson - all for Hughes. Just a great read. Pages are somewhat brittle, as expected from a
20th Century newspaper, still good.
$400 - 600
Writing a British statesman, Coolidge declares his: “...determination to support that form of
civilization which is characteristic of your Empire and our Republic...”
750. CALVIN COOLIDGE (1872-1933) Thirtieth President of the United States who succeeded to the presidency upon the death of Harding. Fine content T.L.S. as Governor of Massachusetts, 1p. 4to., Boston, Jan. 29, 1920 to Cecil Harmsworth, the British Under-Secretary
of State for Foreign Affairs. In part: “...Your note brings to my recollection that I wrote a prize essay on ‘The Principles Fought for in the
American Revolution’ at commencement time in 1895 and was fortunate enough to have it adjudged to be the best essay on that subject
in any of the American colleges in that year. I feel sure that I pointed out that there were adherents to the Crown in America and adherents
to the revolutionary cause in Great Britain. I feel sure that the experience of 1776 laid the foundation of your Reform Bill. But the question
of past difference is not material. The question which is essential is of the present common determination to support that form of civilization which is characteristic of your Empire and our Republic“. Offered with a retained copy of Harmsworth’s letter to Coolidge, Jan.
14, 1920 who notes that “...It is a sign and proof I think, of the reality of the friendship that exists between our two peoples that I... find
nothing in your reference to the early days of American history that gives me cause for any sort of resentment. There has been the
healing influence of time and latterly the sympathy that has sprung from comradeship in War, but more even that these has been the
growing recognition among democratic people on both sides of the Atlantic that your fight for liberty was but a Chapter in the history
$200 - 300
of our own fight for the same ends in these islands...“. Usual folds, else very good condition.
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751. HERBERT HOOVER (1874-1964) 31st President of the United States whose attempts to reverse the course of the Great Depression
led to his defeat at the polls by Franklin D. Roosevelt. T.Q.S., 1 p., Sept. 2, 1922, 8 vo., Washington, as Secretary of Commerce, in part:
“Good citizenship consists in the realization of the duty owed to your country to maintain its institutions and to contend for their orderly
progress. Remember that our civilization cannot stant (sic) still or it will decay; but its changes must come by development that maintains
an equality of opportunity, that increases a sense of service, that preserves the right of every individual to develop the best that is in
him...”. A fine early Hoover document.
$200 - 300
752. HERBERT HOOVER Signature as President on a White House card, toned, with stamps affixed to verso, WITH: CHARLES CURTIS
(1860 - 1936) Vice President of the United States under Herbert Hoover. Signature on a pass to the Senate.
$100 - 150
A signed Navy propaganda book sent to a hostile South American
president eight months before Pearl Harbor
753. FRANKLIN D. ROOSEVELT (1882 - 1945) Thirty-second President of the United
States who instituted the “New Deal” programs and who led the United States
through most of World War II. Very rare (and ironic) signed presentation American
Navy propaganda book given to the unsympathetic president of Paraguay shortly
before Pearl Harbor and America’s entry into the war. The book En Guardia para la
Defensa de las Americas - Edition de la Marina de Guerra (“On Guard for the Defense
of the Americas - Navy Edition”), 54pp., 9 1/2” x 12 1/2”, was published by the Office
of the Coordinator of Commercial and Cultural Affairs of the Americas, April, 1941,
heavily illustrated in color and black and white. This copy has specially prepared full
black leather covers with gilt title, with the front flyleaf bearing a calligraphic inscription: “To His Excellency General Higinio Morinigo President of the Republic of
Paraguay”. Beneath, Roosevelt has added a brilliant 5 1/2” long signature to which
he adds an emphatic underline. The printed publication, entirely in Spanish, bears
on its cover a dramatic artist’s depiction of a battleship plowing through heavy seas.
The contents are a mix of propaganda showing the might of the U.S. Navy and its
interest in the defense of North and South America, along with human interest Navyrelated stories. Throughout , there are constant references to “...the friends of the
United States...in the New World”. Many veterans of the war in the Pacific are pictured, including the sister battleships MISSISSIPPI and IDAHO, the NORTH CAROLINA,
the submarine SARGO, aircraft carrier RANGER, and cruiser BOISE, with other images
including destroyers, the Pensacola Air Station, and various naval aircraft. Very good.
Accompanied by a carbon copy of the letter of transmittal from the Dept. of State to
the American Ambassador to Paraguay, Aug. 22, 1941, sending the book. Despite
the fact that Paraguay received a great deal of American aid throughout the war
years, Morínigo headed a pro-Axis regime. Large numbers of Paraguayan military
officers and government officials were openly sympathetic to the Axis. Among these
officials was the national police chief, who named his son Adolfo Hirohito (!!). Police
cadets wore swastikas and Italian insignia on their uniforms. America’s entry into
the war gave the U.S. the leverage it needed to force Morínigo to commit himself publicly to the Allied cause, although he did not declare
war against Germany until February 1945.
$1,000 - 1,500
754. FRANKLIN D. ROOSEVELT D.S., small folio, New York, N.Y., 1922. Document certifies
that “H.R. Upottke” contributed and supports the “Woodrow Wilson Foundation”. Chairman
Franklin D. Roosevelt, and committee members Cleveland H. Dodge, John W. Davis, Frank I.
Cobb, and Edward M. House have signed at the bottom margin. The Woodrow Wilson Foundation was an educational non-profit created in 1922, organized under the laws of New York, for
the “perpetuation of Wilson’s ideals” through publications and support of research. Roosevelt
was the national chairman, and there were local chairmen in each of the 48 states. Among the
foundation’s goals was the establishment of the Woodrow Wilson Foundation Award for distinguished public service. Included are foundation documents for future contributors. Minor
roughness at bottom edge, light edge toning, else fine.
$500 - 600
755. FRANKLIN D. ROOSEVELT His signature as Governor of New York on an Executive Mansion, Albany card. Offered together with two vintage 8” x 10” sepia photographs of F.D.R., one
showing him standing about to board an airplane with members of his family including Eleanor
together with a photograph of Roosevelt as governor signing a bill with assembled legislators
standing behind him. Three pieces in very good condition.
$100 - 150
756. ELEANOR ROOSEVELT (1884 - 1962) First Lady, wife of Franklin D. Roosevelt, 32nd President of the United States. Eleanor was active in a wide range of liberal and humanitarian projects. T.L.S. 1p. 8vo., New York, May 22, 1962 to Lester Entrup one of her longtime caretakers
at Val Kill: “Dear Lester: this is just a little remembrance on your birthday. I hope it will be a happy day for you and that you will buy
some small thing that will give you pleasure...“ Offered with the original transmittal envelope. Light soiling, one horizontal fold, else
very good.
$50 - 75
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757. HARRY TRUMAN COLLECTION (1884-1972) 33rd President of the
United States who led the country in the closing days of World War II, and
through the rebuilding of Europe under the Marshall Plan, and the Korean
War. Scrapbook, 12” x 14”, complied by Eric. W. Bacharach, a Kansas City engineer, businessman, and an acquaintance of Harry Truman. The scrapbook
includes several newspaper articles, an A.L.S. from actor Arnold Stang, programs, and five Truman T.L.S.s, and one I.S.P. The letters are post Presidency
on his personal stationary. One letter, dated Aug. 6, 1954, thanks Bacharach
for a donation to the construction of his Presidential Library, in part: “...We
are making good progress on the library and expect to start construction
soon. Your check will be forwarded to the director of the Library Association
who will send you a formal receipt...”. The other letters pertain to Christmas
gifts. The signed photograph pictures Truman holding a revolver surrounded
by a group of men, inscribed: “To Eric from dead shot T No danger intended,
Harry S. Truman“. Truman adds a postscript “Ray Niles is a good looker!“. A
wonderful signed photograph, and collection. Front cover separated, letters
and photograph adhered to the pages with tape on verso, some bleed through
at corners of letters, photograph unaffected. Fine.
$600 - 800
758. HARRY TRUMAN (1884-1972) 33rd President of the United States who
led the country in the closing days of World War II and through the re-building
of Europe under the Marshall Plan and the Korean War. First Day cover signed, 4” x 7 1/2”, “U.S.S. Missouri Equatorial Crossing, Presidential Cruise, September 11, 1947“, inscribed and signed as President. The Missouri arrived at Rio de Janeiro on 30 August 1947 for
the Inter-American Conference for the Maintenance of Hemisphere Peace and Security. Truman boarded on Sep. 2nd to celebrate the
signing of the Rio Treaty, which broadened the Monroe Doctrine by stipulating that an attack on any one of the signatory American
states would be considered an attack on all.
$100 - 150
759. (HARRY TRUMAN) A collection of five pieces including an engraved invitation to Truman’s 1949 Inauguration, Jan. 20, 1949 together with the official “INAUGURATION CEREMONIES PROGRAM“, and a pass admitting the bearer to the House Steps on the East Front
House Wing for the ceremonies. Offered together with BESS TRUMAN T.L.S. 1p. 8vo., Independence, Mo., Sept. 11, 1975 to Dorothy
Frooks, thanking her for “...a personally inscribed copy of your book....”. Also offered together with a letter from Harry Truman (with a
printed signature), Oct. 26, 1945 concerning the Office of Price Administration. Together, five pieces in very good condition. $75 - 100
760. DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER (1890 - 1969) 34th President of the United States, Supreme Commander of Allied forces in Europe during
World War II and largely responsible for the successful invasion on D-Day. Scarce partly-printed D.S., 1p. sm. folio, New York, Oct. 26,
1949, a Master of Science diploma issued by Columbia University, boldly signed by Eisenhower at bottom. Very good.
$300 - 400
A 1918 Eisenhower signed discharge
761. DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER Uncommon very early partly-printed D.S. 1p. 4to., Camp Dix, New Jersey, Dec. 5, 1918, an Honorable
Discharge granted to “Wesley M. Gray...Private 1st Class in 319 Co., Tank Corps“. With Washington receiving stamp dated Apr. 19, 1919,
paying Gray $60.00 as decreed by Congress. Boldly signed. Weakened folds, marginal chipping, toning, good condition. Fort Dix was
used as a de-mobilization center following the end of World War I.
$300 - 400
762. DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER T.L.S. “D. E.” on his initialed letterhead, 1p. 4to., Palm Desert, Jan. 5, 1965 to Gen. Howard Snyder. Ike
thanks his old friend for sending clippings, expresses his best wishes for the new year, and adds: “...Uncle Joel and Milton are also here.
I’m getting in quite a bit of golf but am not too enthusiastic with my score at the moment...”. Very good.
$150 - 200
763. DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER Fine S.P., 8” x 10” b/w, a terrific candid shot of Ike, likely as vice president, smiling and waving at the
camera. Nicely signed in black ink. Fine.
$300 - 400
764. DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER His book Mandate for Change, Doubleday & Co., New York, 1963, first edition with dust jacket. Sold with a signed
bookplate bearing an image of Eisenhower’s Gettysburg farm, slightly foxed.
$100 - 150
765. DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER T.L.S., as President on White House letterhead, 1 p., 8vo., Washington, Aug. 24, 1958, to Gen. Maxwell
D. Taylor, his Chief of Staff. In full: “Dear Max: My secretary reminds me that just about this time last year I wrote you a note to express,
as I do now, my felicitations on your birthday anniversary. But she adds that optimistically I expressed the hope that the year just passed
would be relatively free of crisis. I seem to have made one of the greatest misstatements of the year. So on this August twenty-sixth I
shall make no predictions but simply reiterate my good wishes for your happiness and health. With personal regard, Sincerely, D.E.”
Eisenhower could be referring to the Eisenhower Doctrine and the fact the Cold War was heating up. Small stain at right edge, staple
hole at top left, else fine.
$300 - 400
766. DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER Fine content T.L.S. “D.E.” 1p. 4to., Palm Desert, Calif., Mar. 26, 1961 to Ernest “Tex” Lee, aide de camp to Eisenhower during the Second World War. Eisenhower opens by declining an invitation to be Grand Marshal of the Indianapolis 500 parade: “I am
most appreciative of the invitation you extended on behalf of the ‘500’ Festival Committee to be Grand Marshal of the Parade on May twentyseventh and to attend the Annual 500 Mile Race. While I would very much like to revisit Indiana — and to see the Lees again — I must admit
there is not prospect of it this year... I have been compelled to decline all invitations and commitments until much later in the year. As soon as
I return home next month, I expect to establish my office and start on my writings which will absorb all of my time for many weeks to come. I
am certain of your understanding...“ Eisenhower was anticipating the start of his second and final memoir: The White House Years: Waging
Peace. Staples at upper right and top, some folds, else very good condition.
$150 - 200
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A letter signed by Kennedy and dated...four days after he died!
767. JOHN F. KENNEDY (1917-1963) Thirty-fifth President of the United
States. Kennedy faced-down the Khrushchev during the Cuban Missile Crisis,
re-invigorated NASA, and signed the Nuclear Test Ban Treaty. Assassinated
November 22, 1963 by Lee Harvey Oswald. An incredible letter sent from “beyond the grave”, a letter sent by Kennedy to a congressman dated four days
AFTER he was killed by Lee Harvey Oswald at Dealey Plaza in Dallas! The typed
letter on White House letterhead is signed “John Kennedy” and Kennedy has
also deleted the word “Congressman” and penned-in “Dan” in its place. The
1p. 8vo. letter is dated November 26, 1963 and was sent to flamboyant and
long-serving Democratic U.S. Rep. Daniel J. Flood of Pennsylvania. Its somewhat ironic content reads in part: “... my warmest congratulations on your
birthday. I hope that this will be a happy and memorable occasion and that
the years to come will bring you continued health and happiness...”. Fine condition. Kennedy’s affection for Flood was sincere - Flood had convinced
Kennedy to campaign in his home district and was an avid supporter of
Kennedy’s later Presidency. Of course, Kennedy signed this letter intending
for it to be mailed during his absence while visiting Houston and Dallas...an
absence that proved permanent.
$3,000 - 4,000
768. JOHN F. KENNEDY A
grouping of doodles, 1p.,
4to., Washington, [1962],
penciled on the verso of a
typed white paper titled: “A
Simplified Explanation of Expansion in the Money Supply through Federal Reserve
Operations“. Kennedy has
drawn a series of squares
with the name “Dave“ scribbled in all of them, along
with a series of interconnected boxes and various words. Notable especially for the
controversy some argue existed between Kennedy’s presidency and the Federal Reserve. Minor folds, else fine.
$800 - 1,000
769. JACQUELINE KENNEDY (1929 - 1994) First Lady and
wife of John F. Kennedy, 35th President of the United States.
A charming item, her beautiful oversize volume One Special
Summer, co-authored and illustrated with sister LEE BOUVIER
(New York: Delacorte Press, 1974), first printing, filled with
their reminiscences and original sketches done while on a trip
abroad to Paris in 1951. Boldly signed by each on the first
free endpaper: “Lee Bouvier“ and “Jacqueline Bouvier“. A gift
inscription beneath, bubble to rear cover, else very good. $500 - 700
770. (JOHN F. KENNEDY) Archive of President John F. Kennedy photos, c. 1960’s, from the estate of Gen Chester Clifton, senior military
aid to President’s Kennedy and Johnson. The group of eight b/w and two color mounted photos have Life Magazine, Saturday Evening
Post, and U.S. Army Photographic Agency imprints on the verso, and measure in size from 10” x 12 1/2” up to 16” x 19 1/2”. Pictured
with JFK in several of the photo’s are Gen Clifton as well as special assistant Theodore Sorenson. A wonderful assemblage of period images of JFK. A few with light creases, else fine.
$200 - 300
771. (JOHN F. KENNEDY) Group of four JFK and related photographs from the estate of Gen. Chester Clifton, senior military aid to President’s
Kennedy and Johnson. All four images have the back photographers imprint of Cecil Stoughton. Stoughton (1920-2008) was an American photographer, and is best known for being President John F. Kennedy’s photographer during his White House years. Stoughton took the only photograph
ever published showing John F. Kennedy, Bobby Kennedy and Marilyn Monroe together. Stoughton was also present at the motorcade at which
Kennedy was assassinated, and was subsequently the only photographer on board Air Force One when Lyndon B. Johnson was sworn in as the next
President. Stoughton’s famous photograph of this event depicts Johnson raising his hand in oath as he stood between his wife Lady Bird Johnson
and a still blood-spattered Jacqueline Kennedy. These rare mounted color images measure in size from 7 1/2” x 9 1/2’ up to 11” x 13 3/4”. Two of
the images picture the side of the White House, one pictures the Christmas in front of the White House, and the last image pictures a rare candid
image of JFK with Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara outside the Oval Office near the Rose Garden. A rare group. Fine.
$300 - 400
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772. (JOHN F. KENNEDY) Rare group of four JFK images from the Gen.
Chester Clifton estate, c. 1960’s, all with Cecil Stoughton photographers
imprint on the verso. Stoughton (1920-2008) is best known for being
President Kennedy’s photographer during his White House years.
Stoughton took the only photograph ever published showing John F.
Kennedy, Bobby Kennedy and Marilyn Monroe together. He was present
at the motorcade at which Kennedy was assassinated, and was subsequently the only photographer on board Air Force One when Lyndon B.
Johnson was sworn in as the next President. Stoughton’s famous photograph of this event depicts Johnson raising his hand in oath as he stood
between his wife Lady Bird Johnson and a still blood-spattered Jacqueline
Kennedy. These rare mounted images, three color and one b/w, measure
7 1/2” x 9 1/2”. Three of the images were taken in the Oval Office, and
one image taken outside. Of interest is the image of JFK seated at his
desk, a rare candid photo. A rare group. Fine.
$400 - 600
773. (JOHN F. KENNEDY) Archive of President John F. Kennedy photos,
c. 1960’s, from the estate of Gen. Chester Clifton, senior military aid to
President’s Kennedy and Johnson. The group consists of nine color and
and three b/w mounted images, ranging in size from 8” x 9 3/4” up to
11” x 14”. Many have U.S. Army Photographic Agency imprints, with one
example having a Bachrach photographers imprint. JFK is picutured with Jackie, Gen. Clifton, walking his dog, and an example of JFK
and Clifton examining rifles in the Oval Office. A wonderful group of period images. Fine.
$200 - 300
774. (JOHN F. KENNEDY) Collection of photographs of John F. Kennedy signed by DAVID POWERS, special assistant to Kennedy and a
member of the “Irish Mafia”. Seven signed photographs, various sizes, featuring images of JFK, Jackie, Dave Powers, all inscribed to
Corinne Picard. Very good.
$100 - 150
775. (JOHN F. KENNEDY) Group of seventeen candid photographs taken at a golf club in the tropics, nine of which show Kennedy on
the links and in group shots. The collection, which also comes with a Hyannis Golf Club score card, comes from the estate of Gen.
Chester V. Clifton, Jr., military aid to President’s Kennedy and Johnson. The original photographs picture JFK playing with brother in
laws Stephen Smith and Peter Lawford , as well as the Kennedy patriarch Joseph P. Kennedy, and others. Two of the images have the
photographers stamp of Cecil W. Stoughton, who took thousands of photographs of JFK and his family. A great collection. Fine.
$300 - 400
776. (JOHN F. KENNEDY) A fine collection of 72 photographs mostly color, 5” x 7” (with some smaller examples) of John Kennedy in
1963 mostly taken by Army White House Photographer Cecil Stoughton. The majority of the photos were taken during a series of public
events including stops on his September 24-28, 1963 “Conservation Tour” which included stops at Milford, PA (Home of Gilford Pinchot);
Ashland, Wis., University of Minnesota at Duluth;, University of North Dakota at Grand Forks (where he received an honorary degree),
Laramie, Wy., Billings, Mont., Great Falls, Mont. including a visit to the home of Senate Majority Leader, Mike Mansfield (Mont.); and concluding in Las Vegas. Kennedy appears with a number of dignitaries including Secretary of the Interior Stuart Udall, Sen. Hubert
Humphrey, and many others. The group also includes several black and white prints including a wonderful 4” x 3” image of John Kennedy
Jr., aboard Air Force One. Two photos do bear Cecil Stoughton’s credit stamp on the verso. From the estate of Chester V. Clifton Jr.
(1913-1991) Major general who served as senior military aide to John F. Kennedy and Lyndon Johnson. Clifton, who was responsible for
the morning national security briefing, was in the motorcade in Dallas on Nov. 22, 1963 and oversaw arrangement with the White House
to deal with national security affairs immediately following Kennedy’s assassination. He continued to serve in the White House under
Johnson until 1965. The majority of the photographs are in fine to very fine condition. Together, 72 pieces.
$400 - 600
777. (JOHN F. KENNEDY) An excellent collection of 28 5” x 5” color photos, likely taken by White House Photographer Cecil Stoughton
Includes numerous images of the state visit by Venezuelan President Rómulo Betancourt in February 1963; four photographs document
the January 1962 visit of Kind Saud of Saudi Arabia; several of Kennedy consulting with Defense Secretary Robert McNamara; a group
portrait of Kennedy posing in front of the White House with the Joint Chiefs of Staff photo shows Kennedy seated with U.N. Secretary
General U Thant together with the U.S. Ambassador to the U.N., Adlai Stevenson. From the estate of Chester V. Clifton Jr. (1913 - 1991)
Major general who served as senior military aide to John F. Kennedy and Lyndon Johnson. Clifton, who was responsible for the morning
national security briefing, was in the motorcade in Dallas on Nov. 22, 1963 and oversaw arrangement with the White House to deal with
national security affairs immediately following Kennedy’s assassination. He continued to serve in the White House under Johnson until
1965. The majority of the photographs are in fine to very fine condition. Together, 28 pieces.
$300 - 400
778. JACK RUBY (1911 - 1967) Dallas nightclub owner who shot and killed Lee Harvey Oswald following Oswald’s assassination of President John F. Kennedy on November 22, 1963. D.S., a check signed by Jack Ruby, Dallas, Tx., Nov. 11, 1950, in the amount of $30.60.
Drawn on the nightclub Ruby managed and owned in Dallas, the “Silver Spur”, fine.
$150 - 200
779. ORIGINAL PORTRAIT OF JOHN F. KENNEDY BY WILLIAM FRANKLIN DRAPER [JOHN F. KENNEDY] WILLIAM FRANKLIN DRAPER
(1912 - 2003) American artist and lieutenant commander in the United States Navy. A graduate of Harvard and the National Academy of
Design, Draper entered the Navy in 1942. During his naval career, Draper painted the Aleutian Islands during the Japanese invasion of
that island chain and later went on to paint the U.S. attacks on Palau, Truk Island, Saipan and Guam. Following the war he continued on
as a successful painter of landscapes and portraits including John F. Kennedy, Richard Nixon, and the Shah of Iran. A superb piece, a
color pencil sketch, 12 1/2” x 10 1/4” (sight), a bust portrait of Kennedy as President, very likely a study for this 1962 oil that is now
part of the White House art collection. Signed at lower right: “Wm F. Draper 62“ The sketch is housed in a presentation folder. From the
estate of Chester V. Clifton Jr. (1913 - 1991) Major general who served as senior military aide to John F. Kennedy and Lyndon Johnson.
Clifton, who was responsible for the morning national security briefing, was in the motorcade in Dallas on Nov. 22, 1963 and oversaw
arrangement with the White House to deal with national security affairs immediately following Kennedy’s assassination. He continued
to serve in the White House under Johnson until 1965. Minor toning at edges, some minor wrinkles, else very good. Not examined out
of presentation folder. Offered with a 11” x 14” color photograph of the oil on which the sketch was presumably based.
$400 - 600
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A bill signing pen
780. LYNDON B. JOHNSON (1908-1973) Thirty-sixth President of the United
States and creator of the “Great Society” social welfare programs. America’s
growing involvement in Vietnam led to his declining a renomination as president. T.L.S., 8vo., White House, Washington, D.C., July 21, 1964, 1p., President
Johnson presents a pen used in signing a law, in full: “Dear General Duke, I am
pleased to send you, as a token of my appreciation of your efforts, the pen with
which I have signed into law H.R. 10392, authorizing the location of the Center
Leg of the Inner Loop across the Mall. Sincerely, Lyndon B. Johnson”. Brig. General Charles M. Duke was the Engineer Commissioner for the District of Columbia, and was involved in Civil engineering projects in the Capital area. The letter
and the actual pen used, being an “Esterbrook Pen”, have been elegantly framed
to an overall size of 20” x 23”. A wonderful presentation.
$1,000 - 1,500
781. LYNDON B. JOHNSON Partly-printed D.S. as President, 1p. large oblong folio, Washington, Jan. 2 ,1968. Also signed by Secretary of State
DEAN RUSK. President Johnson appoints Marvin E, Wolfgang, of Pa., “as
a Member of the Commission on Obscenity and Pornography...”. In Jan.
1968, President Johnson appointed eighteen members to this Commission, which included Wolfgang, who was a leading American criminologist. The British Journal of Criminology stated that he was “the most
influential criminologist in the English speaking world...”. The Commission was charged with the responsibility of studying the relationship of
obscene and pornographic materials to anti-social behavior and determining whether a need existed for more effective methods to control the
transmission of such materials. The Commission was terminated after the
presentation of its final report in late 1970. With the original White House
mailing tube addressed to Wolfgang. Fine. One of the most unusual appointments we have offered at auction.
$600 - 800
782. LYNDON B. JOHNSON A.L.S. on his post-presidential letterhead and signed with initials “L.B.J.“, 1p. 4to., Austin, May 6, 1972, to
American politician JAMES A. FARLEY, in part: “...Life is dearer for having gone through such an experience - and old friends mean even
more...“. With original envelope, very good. With a T.L.S. of Farley, 1p. 4to., on Coca Cola letterhead, May 10, 1973, to Sister Miriam
Thomas, forwarding the Johnson letter above to a fundraiser, and a T.L.S. of LADY BIRD JOHNSON on her letterhead, Dec. 10, 1974,
to the same Sister regarding a photograph of her husband. Three pieces, very good.
$100 - 150
“The Godfather Bebe Rebozo”
783. RICHARD M. NIXON (1913 - 1994) Thirty-seventh President of the United States who led during the Vietnam War, re-opened diplomatic ties with China and the U.S.S.R., resigned his office due to the Watergate scandal. Extraordinary D.S., a hand-lettered card, 4pp.
8vo. bearing within a color photo of Patricia Nixon Cox’s son Christopher Nixon Cox and apparently announcing his baptism (he was
born in March of the same year), boldly signed within by both Richard and PAT NIXON. The verso of the card also bears the very rare
signature of CHARLES “BEBE” REBOZO (1912-1998), Nixon’s close friend and confidante involved in the Watergate crisis when he was
investigated by a Congressional committee for accepting a $100,000 cash contribution on behalf of the Nixon campaign from industrialist Howard Hughes. He signs: “The Godfather Bebe Rebozo“. Fine.
$200 - 300
“There is a great lack of understanding of our objectives in Vietnam...”
784. RICHARD M. NIXON T.L.S., 1 p., 8vo., N.Y., on his personal letterhead, March 3, 1966 to Gen. Maxwell D. Taylor, Chairman of the
Joints Chief of Staff under Kennedy, and advisor to Robert Kennedy. In part: “... I hear you did a magnificent job at the televised Senate
hearings in handling the barbs of Wayne Morse and his colleagues. I have found in my travels around the country that there is a great
lack of understanding or our objectives in Vietnam. Anyone who heard or read your testimony before the Senate Committee will at least
know why we are there, what the risks are, and what our goals are...” . Morse, a Senator from Oregon, opposed the Vietnam War on
Constitutional grounds, and would intimidate and attack the pro Vietnam military during the Vietnam Senate hearings. Staple holes at
top left corner, else fine.
$200 - 300
785. RICHARD M. NIXON T.L.S. “Dick Nixon“ on his congressional letterhead, 1p. 4to., Washington, Aug. 2, 1950 thanking a man in Los
Angeles for his support during the California Republican Senatorial primary. Nixon crows that he had defeated his opponent by over
170,000 votes. He adds: “...we have a hard battle on our hands this fall....the opposition will be extremely well financed...political figures
from outside the state will come to California to speak in behalf of Mrs. Douglas...In view of developments in Korea, I am planning to
stay in Washington until after Congress adjourns...“. Fine. Two weeks before winning the election, Nixon accused the Democratic candidate, Helen Gahagan Douglas, of being the conduit through which the decisions made by Stalin flowed to the United States Congress:
“This action by Mrs. Douglas,” Nixon explained, “... came just two weeks after [U.S. Communist Party leader] William Z. Foster transmitted
his instructions from the Kremlin to the Communist national committee.... [Thus] this [Communist] demand found its way into the Congress”. Because Nixon won the 1950 Senate race he went on to become Vice President in 1953, and President in 1969.
$200 - 300
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786. RICHARD M. NIXON D.S., 1p. 32mo., Alexandria, Va., [n.d.], his signature on the verso of a lady’s motor vehicle application for a
temporary drivers permit from Alexandria, Va. Fine.
$75 - 100
787. RICHARD M. NIXON T.L.S. 1p. 4to., San Clemente, Aug. 13, 1976, to Congressman Del Clawson, in part: “...This is just a note to
tell you how deeply touched Pat and I were by your message of concern with regard to her illness...Excellent medical attention, plus her
courage and determination, have contributed greatly to the progress she has made...We shall always be grateful for your friendship
and kindness...“. With original envelope. Light toning to top margin, else very good.
$200 - 300
788. GERALD R. FORD (1913 - 2006) 38th President of the United States who assumed office upon the resignation of Richard Nixon,
who Ford later pardoned for any involvement in the Watergate scandal. Outstanding oversize S.P., 15 1/2” x 19 1/2“ beautifully framed
to 33” x 38 1/2”, a superb image of Ford and Japanese Emperor Hirohito standing at a formal event, boldly signed on the mount: “Gerald
R. Ford Akasaka Palace Tokyo”. Ford made a state visit to Japan in 1974 - the first trip to Japan by a sitting president.
$300 - 400
789. GERALD R. FORD T.L.S. as Congressman on his letterhead, 1p. 4to., Washington, Feb. 18, 1972, to Mrs. John Arigan, in part: “...We
are sorry to hear of your husband’s passing...We have changed the name on the mailing list...I am always interested in having the observations of the folks back home in matters referring to federal policy and practice and will be grateful for any suggestions you may
offer...“. Boldly signed “Jerry Ford“ at conclusion, matted in blue and set into a handsome gilt frame. Fine condition, not examined out
of frame.
$150 - 200
“Suspending my campaign was the toughest decision I ever had to make...”
790. GEORGE H. BUSH (b. 1924) Forty-first President of the United States who ordered the attack on Iraq to liberate Kuwait. T.L.S. on
his personal letterhead, 1p. 4to., Houston, May 30, 1989, to Peg Molin at the Washtenaw County Republican Headquarters, in part:
“...Suspending my campaign was the toughest decision I ever had to make. I had never quit a fight in my life. But the realities of too little
money and Governor Reagan’s great lead in delegates caused me to accept the inevitability of his nomination. We fought a good, strong
fight in principles...I am grateful for your support...“. He signs: “George Bush“ adding “Thanks“ beneath. Fine condition.
$150 - 200
791. GEORGE H. W. BUSH Pair of S.P.’s, 8” x 10”, color, most probably as president. Bush is receiving an honorary degree from a university. Fine.
$200 - 300
792. GEORGE H. BUSH T.N.S. as President, 1p. on an oblong 12mo. card, Washington, June 18, 1990 to Esther Buhler ‘Kitty’ Bradley
(1923-2004), the widow of General Omar Bradley (1893-1981) writing, “Your note was so thoughtful, and I am grateful. But the privilege
was mine. I hope all is well with you. Barbara and I send you our warmest personal regards.“ Very fine condition.
$100 - 150
793. WILLIAM J. CLINTON (b. 1946) Forty-second President of the United
States, the first elected president to be impeached. I.S.P. , 8“ x 10”, color, giving a speech as Governor of Arkansas. Inscribed: “To my friend George Stauicel Best wishes Bill Clinton 9/18/79”. Light mottling, else Fine. $300 - 400
794. WILLIAM J. CLINTOND.S., “Bill Clinton” as President on the title page
of a menu for a banquet held in honor of Senator Bob Graham at the Turmberry Isle Resort, march 13, 1997. Fine condition.
$500 - 700
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795. GEORGE W. BUSH (b. 1946) Forty-third President of the United States who won his office after a hotly-contested election. Very rare
A.L.S. “G. W. Bush” as President on both sides of his 7” x 4 7/8” gold-embossed presidential correspondence card, [n.p., Aug. 18, 2004]
to “Debbie”. In part: “Many thanks for your hospitality and for the BLT...I enjoyed meeting you and your family. I appreciate your hard
work in raising your children and running your own business. I wish you all the best. God bless you...”. Fine condition. Bush’s autograph
letters as President are all but non-existant.
$4,000 - 5,000
796. GEORGE W. BUSH Signed Bush-Cheney ‘04 Republican fund raising dinner menu, 5 1/2” x 8 1/2”, framed, held at The Venetian
Resort, Las Vegas, June 18, 2004. Bush, seeking to raise funds during his run for a second term as President, has bolding signed in
black sharpie across the middle of the menu. Fine.
$300 - 400
797. GEORGE W. BUSH S.P. 10” x 8” color, a somewhat grainy laser print image of Bush seated at a table with astronaut JOHN GLENN,
signed by both, dated by Glenn Dec. 15, 1999. Very good.
$150 - 200
798. GEORGE W. BUSH His book, Decision Points (New York: Crown
Publishers, 2010) xii, 497pp. 4to. bound in black paper boards and
with dust jacket. Boldly signed on the blank front flyleaf. Very fine
condition.
$300 - 400
“You will achieve great things as long as you
work hard and apply yourself…”
799. BARACK H. OBAMA (b. 1961) The 44th and current President
of the United States, and the first African American to hold the office. Rare pre-presidential A.L.S. “Barack Obama”, 1p. 4to. on yellow legal paper, [Chicago, 2006], to a student whom he met while
visiting the young man’s mother at her place of work. In full: “Dear
Isaac - It was very nice to meet you. You seem like a very intelligent
young man, so I am sure you will achieve great things as long as
you work hard and apply yourself in school. So good luck - and
keep those grades up! Best wishes, Barack Obama”. Fine condition.
With
a
letter
of
provenance
from
the
student.
$2,000 - 3,000
800. BARACK OBAMA Signed Presidential inaugural invitation, 8”
x 10 3/4” (sight), framed, Washington, D.C., January 20, 2009.
Obama has boldly signed at the top left corner with a black
sharpie. Letter of provenance from the consignor included. Fine.
$300 - 400
801. BARACK OBAMA His book The Audacity of Hope, Crown Publishers, New Uork, 2006. First edition, 2nd printing, fine, in fine
dust jacket, boldy signed on the front flyleaf. With supporting
ephemera including book signing photos, flyers, etc. $200 - 300
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802. FOUR PRESIDENTS AND SIX FIRST LADIES Scarce S.P., 11” x 14”, color, framed to an overall size of 21” x 24”, ca. 2001. Signed
by four Presidents and six First ladies, pictured in front of a replica of the front entrance to the White House. Presidential signers include
JIMMY CARTER, GEORGE H. W. BUSH, BILL CLINTON and GERALD FORD. First Lady signers include LADY BIRD JOHNSON, BETTY
FORD, ROSALYN CARTER, NANCY REAGAN. BARBARA BUSH and HILLARY CLINTON. The Lady Bird signature is a bit light, and the
Jimmy Carter signature has been written over. Our consignor has provided two letters of detailed provenance, one coming from the
Carter Center, which reads, in part: “I had asked that President Carter sign beside the faded signature, but it seems that he decided to
sign over the other one...”. The remaining signatures are bold and clear. A wonderful Presidential piece. Fine.
$800 - 1,000
803. BILL CLINTON AND JIMMY CARTER (b. 1946) Forty-second President of the United States, the first elected president to be impeached. Clipped sig.“Bill Clinton”, fine. With JIMMY CARTER (b. 1924) Thirty-ninth President of the United States who engineered a
break-through in Arab-Israeli relations. Page removed from book signed “J. Carter”. Fine.
$100 - 150
804. FIRST LADIES Group of letters and documents signed by First Ladies. Includes: A.L.S. FRANCIS CLEVELAND, Executive Mansion,
Dec. 16, 1888, 3pp., to Mrs. Cushing, in part: “...Please pardon my delay in writing this note and returning the other bracelet...The
President joins me in compliments and best wishes to both yourself and Mr. Cushing. Very Sincerely yours, Francis F. Cleveland”, fine.
A White House card signed by ELEANOR ROOSEVELT, tape and mounting remnants. An A.N.S. on a postcard from EDITH BOLLING
WILSON onboard the S.S. Pres. Jefferson, Nov. 4, 1932 w/ transmittal cover, reads in part: “The papers make me feel the tide is turning
for the Democratic Victory”, certainly regarding Franklin D. Roosevelt’s pending victory in the 1932 Presidential race, fine. Another
FRANCIS F. CLEVELAND A.L.S. on mourning stationary w/ transmittal cover, Greenwich, Ct., June 11, 1910, 4pp., in part: “...I dropped
all my sorrows, cares...imagined myself a girl again, and everything was beautiful & happy...”. Her husband, President Cleveland, had
died in 1908, and the former first lady was still in the depths of depression. Lastly an A.L.S. by ALICE ROOSEVELT, daughter of Theodore
Roosevelt, Sagamore Hill, September 1, 1900, in part: “I welcome the genealogical record & trust it may prove satisfactory. My fathers
brothers children are orphans and minors and live with their grandmother...”, fine. An excellent group.
$150 - 200
805. FIRST LADIES A collection of eight pieces, many addressed to Dorothy Frooks (1896 - 1997) suffragist, publisher, attorney, actress,
and military figure, including FRANCES CLEVELAND Two A.Ls.S. 3pp. 8vo., Tamworth, N.H., June 29 & Aug. 19, 1937 to an official at
the Women World War Veterans (association) together with her franked transmittal envelope; EDITH K. ROOSEVELT signature removed
from a document, May 4, 1940; LOU HENRY HOOVER two T.Ls.S. 3pp. total, (on Girl Scouts of America letterhead) Sept. 12 & 22, 1937
concerning the “Women World War Veterans“; MAMIE DOUD EISENHOWER T.L.S. 1p. 8vo., [n.p.] Oct. 4, 1962 thanking her correspondent for “...sending me the program of your Convention at West Point...“. BARBARA BUSH I.S.P. 8” x 10” color, a full length portrait Jan.
16, 1990 (soiled). Together, eight pieces in very good condition overall.
$150 - 200
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Cabinet Members & Supreme Court
806. WILLIAM JENNINGS BRYAN (1860-1925) American lawyer and politician, Secretary of State, and the chief prosecutor who dueled
with Clarence Darrow in the famous Scopes “Monkey” trial. Partly printed D.S., 1p. 3” x 8”, Feb. 29, 1892, as U.S. Congressman. The
document pertains to a claim put in by a U.S. soldier (most probably a Civil War veteran) for a pension. On the verso is an official “Congressional U.S. Bureau of Pensions” stamp. Document is boldly signed by Bryan. Some loss at the center.
$150 - 200
807. JOHN C. CALHOUN (1782-1850) Vice President of the United States and an ardent supporter of slavery and the Southern cause in
Senate debates. L.S. as Secretary of War, 1p. 4to., [Washington] Nov. 6, 1821 to John Crorrell an agent in the Creek Agency concerning
the recipient’s “account and vouchers for disbursements, and an estimate of the sum required for your expenditures in the 4th quarter
of the present year...“ and noting that “The situation of the appropriations for the Indian Department will not admit of a remittance for
the amount you estimate ($1,262:50) from the Treasury, but you are authorized to draw on J. W. Taylor, receiver at Cahaba[?], for that
sum...“ Carroll was likely implementing the 1818 Treaty of the Creek Agency in which the tribe agreed to cede two large tracts of land
for $120,000 over the course of eleven years. Ex. Harold C. Brooks Collection. Weak and partially separated at horizontal folds, light
even toning, else very good.
$150 - 200
808. DEWITT CLINTON (1769 - 1828) American politician, Mayor of New York, and ardent campaigner for the construction of the Erie
Canal. D.S., oblong folio, N.Y., April 25, 1821. A military appointment, appointing “Leonard Hoffman, Second Lieutenant in the 2nd Regiment of ARTILLERY”. Signed by Clinton at the lower right. Loss at bottom left corner and top right edge.
$75 - 100
809. DAVID DAVIS (1815 - 1886) Associate Justice of the Supreme Court and a close, personal friend of Abraham Lincoln. A.E.S. at the
conclusion of a lengthy manuscript D.S., 6pp. legal folio, McClean County, Ill., Mar. 12, 1853, endorsing a petition of “ ...Augustus V.
Garrett... “ appealing a judgment made in 1846. Davis endorses the last page noting “... there is probably ground for staying the proceedings ... “ Usual folds, small loss from seal tear, else very good.
$75 - 100
810. ROBERT GOODLOE HARPER (1765-1825) South Carolina Federalist who served in the House from 1795-1800. He later represented
Maryland in the Senate in 1816 and then ran unsuccessfully for Vice President. A.L.S., 7pp. 4to. Philadelphia, Aug. 4, 1797 to James Sullivan concerning the looming conflict with France and other political subjects. In part: “…You have summed up very learnedly the advantages of war; but I read it more concisely tho’ not more justly done some time ago by my friend [James A.] Bayard of the House of
Representatives. Some one observing in his company that we must all become sailors & soldiers, he replied ‘better that, than Jews and
brokers’ as to [Jayoso sic. Yazoo?] country, my ambition is not to govern it myself but to be the [illeg.] of enabling the U.S. to appoint a
Governor for it; and I should take great pleasure in seeing you that person. In the mean time if you feel a military sprint rise within you,
and should like my family better than Lees, who however will holden a higher reach, the best plan in it will be most exceedingly at your
Service. I think however you had better have a command. I believe too on second thought, that Willamson would do better for Governor.
He has a talent for messaging wild men on distant frontiers, & beside he has always been remarkably subject to the Mississippi fever,
which nothing I fear will ease but the constant use of the water of that river. It is a disease with which I myself have been somewhat afflicted, but in a desire to flight as to have yielded to those less violent remedies which he and I and so many others have taken in the
last eighteen months... “ More good content. Lightly toned at folds, light marginal wear, else very good.
$100 - 150
811. J. EDGAR HOOVER (1895 - 1972) Controversial Director of the F.B.I. who built the organization into the world’s finest investigative
agency. A collection of six T.Ls.S. 1p. ea., 8vo., Washington, Nov. 7, 1966 to Jan. 28. 1970 to Dorothy Frooks (1896-1997) suffragist,
publisher, attorney, actress, and military figure active in public affairs and military concerns. Hoover writes Frooks in her capacity as
publisher of the Murray Hill News thanking her for favorable mentions of Hoover and the F.B.I. in her paper. In 1966 he noted he had
“...received a copy of the editorial ‘John Edgar Hoover Says,’ which appeared in the November edition of ‘The Murray Hill News.’ It was
indeed good of you to feature for your readers my October, 1966, message to all law enforcement officials. Your continued interest in
his Bureau means a great deal to me.“. Together, six pieces bearing the usual folds, light soiling, else very good.
$100 - 150
812. ROBERT KENNEDY (1925 - 1968) American politician who successfully managed his brother John’s presidential campaign and was
later appointed Attorney General. He was assassinated in 1968 while running for president. I.S.P., 7” x 5”, ca. 1964. “For Corinne Picard,
With Best Wishes, Robert F. Kennedy”. Most probably taken while campaigning for the Senate in 1964, as there is an ink inscription on
the verso which reads: “Sen. Bob Kennedy N.Y. City 1964”. Corners clipped, else fine.
$200 - 300
813. MITT ROMNEY (b. 1947) American entrepreneur and politician, a candidate for the 2012 Republican Party presidential nomination.
Pair of signed books written by Romney, No Apology, St. Martin’s Press, New York, first edition, with Turnaround, Regnery Publishing,
Washington, 2004, also a first edition. Both are signed in black marker on the title page. Each book is accompanied by a “Basic Cert”
from “JSA Authentication”, which firm has idiotically glued a small sticker to the bottom of the copyright page of each book, vandalizing
the item (which is otherwise fine).
$150 - 200
814. NO LOT
815. RICHARD RUSH (1780 - 1859) American politician, Attorney General (1814-17) and Secretary of State (1817) who helped devise the
Monroe Doctrine. L.S., 1p., 4to., Department of State, Sep. 3, 1817. Rush writes to the Bank of the United States in New York as acting
Secretary of State, in full: “I have the honor to inform you that the Secretary of the Treasury has just been requested by this department
to a remittance to general Peter B. Porter, commissioner under the sixth and seventh articles of the Treat of Ghent, of the sum of eighteen
hundred and fifteen dollars and ninety five cents in a draft upon your office. I am induced to make this intimation to you, from general
Porter’s having been told some days ago by this department, that a credit in his favor for that amount would be established for him in
that office and he may think himself authorized accordingly to make use of it, before the draft now requested to be transmittted, direct
to himself, reaches his hands. I have the honor to be respectfully sir your obedient servant Richard Rush, Acting Secretary”. Rush served
as acting Secretary of State for one year in the Monroe administration. Discoloration along left edge, else fine.
$100 - 150
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Seward revises a slave trade treaty with Great Britain
816. WILLIAM H. SEWARD (1801 - 1872)
American politician and Lincoln’s Secretary of
State, responsible for preventing official European recognition of the Confederacy. Fine
content L.S. as Secretary of State, 3pp. 8vo.,
Washington, Oct. 10, 1862 to Secretary of the
Navy Gideon Welles. Marked “Unofficial“ he
writes, in full: “I have received your note of
yesterday, and in compliance with the intimation made to you in Cabinet to day, have
taken into consideration the draft of a letter
on the execution of the slave trade Treaty
with Great Britain which accompanied it. You
will notice that I have made in pencil a few
slight additions to the draft. If you should
deem them acceptable, my impression is that
the letter would better answer our purpose.“
On April 7, 1862 Lincoln signed a treaty with
Great Britain for the suppression of the
African slave trade. Congress ratified the
treaty on May 10, 1862. In response, Congress passed an act on July 11, 1862 authorizing the appointment of a judge and an arbitrator
for New York, Sierra Leone and at the Cape of Good Hope to execute the terms of the treaty. As in the past, the Navy would have been
the chief enforcer of the treaty and Welles was tasked with supplying the ships and sailors necessary. In his Second Annual Message to
Congress on Dec. 1, 1862, Lincoln reported that the treaty was in operation with a good prospect for success. In February 1863, Congress
allowed for an expansion of the treaty calling for naval patrols on the coasts of Madagascar, Puerto Rico and San Domingo. The treaty
was negotiated in the midst of improving relations with Great Britain, and only two weeks prior to this letter, both Seward and Welles
heard the reading of the first draft of Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation that would go into effect on January 1, 1863. That act convinced both Britain and France not to recognize the Confederacy as Lincoln had now cast the struggle into a war on slavery. Usual folds,
light uneven toning, else very good.
$300 - 400
817. WILLIAM H. SEWARD (1801 - 1872) American politician and Lincoln’s Secretary of State, responsible for preventing official European
recognition of the Confederacy. L.S. 1p. 4to., Washington, July 5, 1867 to B. H. Wright of Rome, N.Y., remarking that he had “...read
with much interest your remarks in relation to ‘the downfall of the attempted Austrian Empire in Mexico.’ Your opinion on our efforts
are very flattering for which be pleased to accept my acknowledgements. “ A superb association piece signed less than after a month
after the capture and execution of Maximillian I. Ex. Collection of Harold C. Brooks. Minor fold separation at top, light soiling, else very
good.
$150 - 250
818. ROBERT SMITH (1757-1842) Second Secretary of the Navy from 1801-1809 and the sixth Secretary of State from 1809-1811.
A.L.S., 1 1/2 p., 8vo, Baltimore, July 16, 1791 to Robert Carter, in part: “...I have received and I have to inform you that being at this moment engaged in the business of a court now sitting I cannot write to you so fully upon your case....I will be happy in giving you the requisite information of the circumstances that will probably attend this claim...”. Image of Smith affixed to back page, light stains.
$100 - 150
819. WILLIAM THORNTON (1759 - 1828) American architect who won a competition for the design of the U.S. Capitol in Washington
and supervised its construction until replaced by Latrobe, first Patent Office superintendent. Scarce A.N.S. on a small slip, in full: “Signed
sealed and Delivered in presence of William Thornton“. Fine.
$150 - 200
820. POLITICAL AUTOGRAPHS A large collection of approximately 95 pieces consisting of primarily T.Ls.S. all addressed to Dorothy
Frooks (1896 - 1997) suffragist, publisher, attorney, actress, and military figure active in public affairs and military concerns. Correspondents include EDWARD I. KOCH, CHARS S. RHYNE, L. PATRICK GRAY, III, JAMES L. BUCKLEY, THEODORE R. KUFERMAN, FRANK
D. O’CONNOR, SOL M. LINOWITZ, ROBERT F. WAGNER, EDITH KERMIT ROOSEVELT (II, TLS, 1975), NELSON ROCKEFELLER, RALPH
W. GWINN, FRED SCHWENGEL, DANIEL P. MOYNIHAN, CURTIS B. DALL, CHARLES H. PERCY, HERBERT LEHMAN, BARRY GOLDWATER,
MILTON S. EISENHOWER, CLARNCE M. KELLEY STROM THURMOND, ROY M. GOODMAN, HUBERT H. HUMPHREY, JOHN V. LINDSAY,
HERMAN E. TALMADGE, JACOB K. JAVITS, MARIO BIAGGI, CYRUS VANCE, JAMES L. BUCKLEY, J. R. FARRINGTON, MONTIE, LADY
MALCOM DOUGLAS-HAMILTON, FIORELLO LAGUARDIA, WALTER J. STOESSEL, DAVID SCHOTZ, ARTHUR H. VANDENBERG, JR., JAMES
A. FARLEY, WILLIAM E. JENNER, HUBERT HUMPHREY, EDGAR N. EISENHOWER, ARTUR CAPPER, ALBERT GORE, SR., JOHN W. DAVIS,
ERASTUS CORNING, 2ND, SAM SPIEGEL and many others. Also includes facsimile/secretarial/autopen examples of Dwight D. Eisenhower, Gerald R. Ford, as well as an engraved invitation to the 1981inauguration of Ronald Reagan. Overall condition, very good. Should
be viewed.
$200 - 300
821. POLITICIANS Group of political autographs, includes: FREDERICK VINSON, HANNIBAL HAMLIN (free frank), Revolutionary leader
JOHN E. HOWARD A.L.S. Mar. 1790, regarding land, WILLIAM S. JOHNSON Member of Continental Congress, A.L.S., Nov. 1793, regarding
financial matters, EDWARD LIVINGSTON Mayor of NEw York, free frank panel cut from cover, JOHN BROOME clipped signature, ROBERT
CAMPBELL Revolutionary soldier, signed stampless cover, ROBERT B. DOLE President of the Republic of Hawaii and first Governor of
Hawaii, check signed, 1923, letter from Treasury Dept., Apr. 1821, regarding accounts of Capt. James N. Baker, EDWARD LIVINGSTON
A.L.S., with free frank on stampless cover, regarding financial matters. Most fine, light age. A good group.
$200 - 300
822. SUPREME COURT First day cover honoring the Statue of Liberty Centennial, 1986, signed by six United States Supreme Court Justices, including: JOHN P. STEVENS, LEWIS F. POWELL, JR., BYRON WHITE, RUTH BADER GINSBURG, CLARENCE THOMAS, and one
unidentified justice. Fine.
$150 - 200
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Royalty & Heads of State
823. WINSTON CHURCHILL (1874 - 1965) British Prime Minister who led
England through the Blitz and orchestrated the British liberation of occupied Europe and Germany. Churchill is today considered perhaps the
greatest statesman of this century. Signed pencil sketch, 6 1/4” x 8 1/4’
(sight), signed by the artist “Swamy”. Churchill has boldly signed in ink
“Winston Churchill March 1940”. Elegantly framed in a shadow box style
to an overall size of 18” x 22”. The image of Churchill is well executed,
and in fine condition, save for some light scattered age. Churchill was
only two months away from being named Prime Minister at the time he
signed this image.
$3,000 - 4,000
824. WINSTON S. CHURCHILL (1874 - 1965) British Prime Minister who led England through the Blitz and orchestrated the British liberation of occupied Europe
and Germany. Churchill is today considered perhaps the greatest statesman of
this century. Signed book Corcil Anlatiyor (“The Second World War”), first Turkish
edition, burgundy cloth with gilt title, one of 12 volumes presented by Churchill
to Emery Reves, a Hungarian-born writer and activist who became Churchill’s literary agent. Boldly signed and dated “1950” on the front flyleaf. Fine. Ex-Bonhams, Sale No. 19239, with a copy of the catalog listing included. $1,200 - 1,500
825. JAMES I (1566 - 1625) King of England, and as James VI
was King of Scotland, son of Mary, Queen of Scots and succeeded to the throne following the death of Elizabeth I, sought
to assert the divine right of kings, and his severity toward
Roman Catholics brought about the Gunpowder Plot. The King
James version of the Bible was prepared in his honor (1611).
Scarce manuscript D.S. “James R“ as King of Scotland, 1. 8vo.,
Westminster [?], July 6, 1621 concerning lands granted to James
Maxwell, 1st Baron of Calderood (d. c. 1670). Usual folds, light
foxing and toning, else very good. Matted and framed with a
portrait. Not examined out of frame. $
1,000 - 1,500
826. JOHN CHURCHILL, 1ST DUKE OF MARLBOROUGH (1650
- 1722) 1st Duke of Marlborough. English soldier and statesman. Although he supported the House of Stuart in suppressing the Monmouth Rebellion in 1865 he abandoned James three years later in favor of William of Orange. He remained a powerful
political figure through the reigns of Queen Anne and George I. Partly-printed D.S. “Marborough” 1p. 4to., [n.p.] Feb. 17, 1691 a receipt
for £15 as the “Assignee of Richd. Earl of Reneligh[?] ... being for Nyne [sic] Months Interest of two hundred and fifty pounds ... Lent unto
Their Majesties upon the Credit of an Act of Parliament ... for the laying several Duties upon Wines, Vinegar, and Tobacco ...“ Signed by
Marlborough in the right margin. Usual folds, light soiling, else very good. Matted and framed with an engraving
$250 - 350
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827. MARY OF TECK (1867 - 1953) Queen of King George V. A.L.S., 2 pp., 4to, Buckingham Palace, Aug. 16, 1919, to Sir Cecil, in part:
“The boxes...have arrived safely, all in good order...my Chinese lacquer dressing table & chair I really have no room for...or can they be
placed with your furniture collection you can send them all home to one of the provincial museums...”. fine.
$100 - 150
828. GEORGE IV (1762 - 1830) King of England who became Prince Regent when George III became permanently deranged. Manuscript
D.S. “George R“ 2p. legal folio, Carlton House, Oct. 31, 1823, directing that some male convicts be removed from a jail and sent to Halk.
Boldly signed at top. Lightly toned margins, overall very good.
$150 - 200
829. GEORGE VI (1895 - 1952) King of England who gained the throne upon the abdication of his brother Edward VIII; brought Winston
Churchill to office as Prime Minister. His endorsement signature “Appd. G R I“ at the top of a T.L.S. by Prime Minister CLEMENT ATLEE
1p. 4to., [London], Aug. 22, 1945, requiring the King approve the nomination of “...the Right Reverend John Williams Charles Wand,
D.D., Lord Bishop of London, be sworn of Your Majesty’s most honourable Privy Council.“ Matted and framed with a portrait of Atlee.
Fine condition.
$200 - 300
830. GEORGE VI AND NEVILLE CHAMBERLAIN T.L.S. “N. Chamberlain“ as Prime Minister, 1p. 4to. on 10 Downing Street letterhead,
[London], Jan. 28, 1938 to GEORGE VI humbly recommending “... to Your majesty the appointment of the Reverend Mark Salisbury,
LL.D., lately Chaplain on the Indian Ecclesiastical Establishment, to the Vicarage of Whittlebury with Silverstone, vacant by the cession
of the Reverend David Francis Stephens M.A.“ Endorsed at the top by GEORGE VI who adds; “Appd. G R I“. Matted and framed with a portrait of Chamberlin. Fine condition.
$200 - 300
831. ELIZABETH (QUEEN MOTHER) (1900-2002) Queen consort of King George VI
from 1936-1952, Mother of Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Margaret. Signed portrait
Christmas card, 1965, 8vo., boldly signed “Elizabeth R”. Fine.
$200 - 300
832. ELIZABETH II (b. 1926) Reigning Queen of England. D.S., 4pp. small 4to. a Christmas card signed “Elizabeth R” adding “1967” also signed by her husband, Prince Consort PHILLIP DUKE OF EDINBURGH as “Phillip”, the signatures opposite a printed
photograph of the royal couple with their children, Charles, Anne, Andrew and Edward.
Very fine condition.
$500 - 700
833. CHARLES AND DIANA Partly-printed D.S., a
Christmas card measuring 16” x 6” (open) bearing
at left the printed message: “Wishing you a very
Happy Christmas and New Year” and at right a 5
1/4” x 4” color photo of Charles, Diana, and the
young princes William and Harry leaning on a
wood rail fence. Inscribed and signed by Diana:
“lots of love from, Diana“ with PRINCE CHARLES
adding “and Charles“ Very fine condition.
$1,500 - 2,000
834. AUTOGRAPHS OF THE HOUSE OF LORDS, CA. 1800 Rare grouping of 35 signed documents of members of Britain’s House of Lords,
all gathered into a ca. 1860 album from a collection which at one time
must have included the entire House of Lords. This grouping includes
many of those whose names started with “G” or “H”. The documents,
largely 1p. oblong 4to., ca. 1790-1810, are all in Latin and appear to
appoint an individual to represent the signer before Parliament. Signers of the documents include: THOMAS GRAHAM, 1ST BARON LYNEDOCH; LORD GRANTHAM (2); SIR HENRY GREY OF HOWICK; LORD
GROSVENOR; FREDERICK GEORGE NORTH, LORD GUILFORD (3);
EARL OF HADDINGTON; BENNET SHERARD, 1ST EARL OF HARLBOROUGH (2); EARL OF HARCOURT; PHILIP YORKE, 3RD EARL OF
HARDWICKE; EARL OF HAREWOOD (2); EARL OF HARRINGTON;
DUDLEY RYDER, 1ST EARL OF HARROWBY (3), HAWKE (3); LORD
HEREFORD (4); LORD HILLSBOROUGH (2), LORD HOLLAND; and five
others unidentified. Condition varies, generally good. Should be
viewed.
$750 - 1,000
835. [AUSTRALIA - SONS OF THE EMPIRE] Stoneware pitcher7 3/4”
tall, bearing identical images on either side of an Australian in military
uniform shaking hands with his British contemporary, the scene at
bottom showing a George’s Cross and flag’s of England and the commonwealth. Very good. Australian soldiers of World War I often labeled themselves “Sons of the Empire”.
$150 - 200
836. NOTABLE BRITISH FIGURES A lot of three items by British politicians and soldiers, includes: ROBERT CECIL SALISBURY, A.L.S.
3pp. 8vo., [n.p., n.d.], regretting an invitation, mounting remains to final page and biographical note affixed thereon; FREDERICK
SLEIGH ROBERTS, A.L.S. 2pp. 8vo., June 14, 1890, accepting an invitation to “...ride at the head of the 3rd...Regiment when the Prince
of Wales reviews your Militia..“; and LORD C. P. SNOW, T.L.S. 1p. 4to., London, Mar. 15, 1968, accepting an invitation. Very good, three
pieces.
$150 - 200
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837. DAVID BEN GURION (1886-1973) First Prime Minister of Israel. First day cover signed, May 1948, celebrating the statehood of
Israel, signed in pencil “D. Ben-Gurion”. Light age, mounting remnants on verso. Good.
$200 - 300
838. LOUIS XVI (1754 - 1793) King of France whose ambivalent policies cost him
the support of Royalists and Revolutionaries, put under house arrest after his attempt to flee France, condemned by a tribunal for treason and guillotined with his
wife Marie Antoinette. Partly-printed D.S. 1p. 4to., Oct. 10, 1791. A document
signed late in his reign, ordering the payment of 6,000 livres for work done on
the royal chateau of Fontainebleau. Louis would be deposed and imprisoned in
less than a year and the year after that he would be marched to the guillotine. One
horizontal fold and a light diagonal crease not affecting signature, else fine condition. Matted and framed with a portrait.
$800 - 1,000
839. JEROME BONAPARTE (1784 - 1860) French marshal and brother of
Napoleon, distinguished himself at Waterloo and in 1852 was made President of
the French Senate. L.S. 1p. 4to., London, Dec. 16, 1832 in French to Joseph
Roberts, cashier of “la Banque de Mr Stephen Giarard“ asking him to contact
Nicholas Biddle, concerning $10,000 worth of 3% stock in the Bank of the United
States. With an A.E.S. on the verso by NICHOLAS BIDDLE (1786 - 1844), “Bank US“
Feb. 1, 1833 acknowledging receipt “from Joseph Roberts Esqr. the within mentioned certificates.“ Contemporary ink smudges light toning, usual folds, else very
good condition. An unusual association piece.
$200 - 300
840. EUGENIE (1826 - 1920) Empress of France and the wife of Napoleon II, she
exercised a strong influence on Napoleon in domestic and foreign affairs. L.S. as
Empress, 4pp. 8vo. Brighton, Aug. 17, 1892 to Mme. Sauterau, in French, warmly
thanking her correspondent for her letter and hopes that the lady will join her and
Napoleon III at a part to be held in the coming months. Offered with the original
transmittal envelope. Folds, else fine. Attractively matted and framed on both sides
with an engraved portrait.
$200 - 300
841. ISABELLA I (1451 - 1504) “Isabella the Catholic”, Queen of Spain
(1474-1504) who approved and financed Columbus’ proposal to seek out
a new route to Far East. Manuscript D.S. “Yo la Reina“ 1p. 4to. Madrid, May
22, 1500[?], not translated but it appears to be an appointment. Usual folds
(very light) two slit cancellations do not affect signature, very minor losses
at top left, else fine condition. Matted and framed with a portrait.
$1,500 - 2,000
842. PHILIP II (1527 - 1598) King of Spain who inherited vast tracts of land
in the New World, developed the Inquisition, conquered Portugal but lost his
naval supremacy in the 1588 defeat of the Armada. Scarce manuscript D.S.
“Yo El Rey“ 1p. 4to., Madrid, Apr. 4, [1566?] in Spanish. Not translated, but
the document concerns the appointment of a military officer. With intact
paper seal affixed to the left margin. Minor marginal chips at bottom margin
with a few marginal tears, else very good. Matted and framed with a portrait.
$500 - 700
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843. GIUSEPPE GARIBALDI (1807 - 1882) Italian military and nationalist leader whose capture of Sicily and Naples paved the way for the
unification of Italy. L.S., 1p. oblong 8vo., Caprera[?], Sep. 18, 1871 to Mr. Michelin asking that he send the Godin family to him. Boldly
signed, with a small mounted albumin photo.
$200 - 300
844. MARIE OF ROMANIA (1875-1938) was Queen consort of Romania from 1914 to 1927, as the wife of Ferdinand I of Romania.
Signed book, My Country, Hodder & Stoughton, 1916, blue cloth over boards. Gilt coat of arms on cover, signed and dated “1924” on
front fly leaf. Tipped in plates and b/w photographs. Light foxing throughout, edges slightly bumped. Good.
$100 - 200
845. RENAISSANCE COAT OF ARMS Very attractive coat of arms executed on a 4 1\/2” x 5” sheet, ca. 1610, a gouache painting of a
coat of arms showing a black knight’s helmet, wings, and a shield with a fish painted thereon, all surrounded by a floral design trimmed
with gold paint. The coat of arms is centered on a page surrounded by several dozen words in Latin. Matted.
$200 - 300
846. EUROPEAN MAPS A good set of four 18th Century maps of the Low Countries (all approx. 24” x 20” ea.) including a very attractive
colored map of the entire region, “BELGII UNIVERSI SEU INFERIORIS GERMANIAE“ (Homannianorum Heredum, 1748); a good map of Picardy, “PICARDIA VERA ET INFERIOR“, D. Herculi de Charnace, ; a good map of the Meuse River region, “LEODIENSIS EPISCOPATUS“ Nicolaum Visscher; the countryside surrounding the Belgian town of Namur, “Comitatus Namurici“ Nicholaum Visscher. Minor soiling and
edge wear including tears and very minor losses, overall very good condition. Together, four pieces.
$700 - 900
847. OLGA ALEXANDROVNA ROMANOV (1882 - 1960) Youngest child of Emperor Alexander III of Russia and sister of Tsar Nicholas II.
D.S. 1p. folio, St. Petersburg, Sept. 1, 1914 in Russian, a diploma for the “Emperor’s Russian Musical Society of the Petrograd Conservatory” issued to Zelman Leyzer Karchmar “of Jewish Law.” The diploma, housed and bound into a set of marbled boards and backed
with linen, is also signed by the composer ALEKSANDR GLAZUNOV (1865-1936). Also signed by other members of the faculty. Usual
folds, light soiling, else fine condition. Offered together a D.S. by EUGENIA MAXIMILIANOVNA OLDENBURG KAYA (1845 - 1925) 5pp.
legal folio, St. Petersburg, March 2, 1902, a diploma for the St. Petersburg Female Gymnasium issued to Maria Vinogradova for a degree
in home teaching. Minor marginal tears and light toning, else very good. Together, two pieces.
$300 - 400
848. LEONID BREZHNEV (1906 - 1982) Soviet leader who engineered the ouster of Khrushchev, chairman of the Presidium, and established the Brezhnev Doctrine entitling the Soviet Union to interfere in affairs of Warsaw Pact countries. S.P., 7” x 9 1/2”, b/w, boldly
signed in red ink. Fine.
$200 - 300
849. MARIA ULYANOV (1878 - 1937) Member of the Russian revolutionary movement, Soviet politician and statesman. A member of
the Communist Party since 1898, sister of Vladimir Lenin. Partly-printed D.S. on letterhead of the Commission of Soviet Control, 1p. oblong 8vo., Moscow, 1935, permission for three scientists to be sent to the Agricultural Research Institute. Worn at folds, else very good.
$200 - 300
850. MIKHAIL GORBACHEV (b. 1931) General Secretary of the Soviet Union’s Communist Party who instituted policies of government
openness and restructuring. S.P., 5” x 7 3/4”, color, boldly signed in blue sharpie, fine.
$100 - 150
851. YURI ANDROPOV (1914-1984) Soviet Premier who ruled for a brief 15 months following the death of Leonid Brezhnev in 1982.
During his tenure as head of the KGB, he ruthlessly suppressed the “Prague Spring” of 1968. Partly-printed D.S., 2pp. 8vo., [n.p., n.d.],
a greeting card celebrating the October Revolution, boldly signed in blue ink. Sold with a similar card signed in print of Leonid Brezhnev.
Two pieces.
$200 - 300
852. (SOVIET GREETING CARD ARCHIVE) A substantial collection of approximately 70 pieces consisting primarily of greeting cards together with several signed letters and documents by top Soviet marshals, officials and dignitaries (as well as officials form Eastern Bloc
nations) from the 1960s through the 1980s, including NIKOLAI OGARKOV, MARSHAL LEONEV, MARSHAL KULESHOV, tank troops
Marshal ROTMISTROV, MARSHAL KRILOV, MARSHAL KIRILL MOSKALENKO (arrested Beria), and many, many more. Overall fine condition. Should be viewed.
$300 - 400
853. FRENCH PRO-STALIN POSTER A 19” x 24” color lithograph poster titled, “MARCHAL STALINE“ issued by the French Communist
Party in 1945. Some minor marginal wear, and light foxing, else very good to fine condition.
$200 - 300
854. FIDEL CASTRO (b. 1926) Cuban revolutionary who led the guerilla campaign against
Batista, overthrowing the dictator and replacing him with the first communist government in
the Western Hemisphere. S.P. 8 1/2” x 11” black and white print of a caricature of Castro boldly
signed in gold ink. Fine.
$500 - 700
855. EVA PERON (1919-1952) Wife of Argentinean President Juan Peron who struggled to obtain
improved peasant welfare, woman suffrage, and health and labor reforms. T.L.S. “Eva Peron“ at
the head on her personal letterhead, 1p. oblong 8vo., Buenos Aires, Mar. 4, 1949, in Spanish
concerning Ambassador Don Pedro Radeo. File holes, else very good. Along with JUAN PERON
A.L.S. 1p. 8vo., Colon, Dec. 24, 1955, a thank-you note, very good.
$200 - 300
856. MAXIMILIAN (1832 - 1867) Emperor of Mexico who, with the support of French forces,
drove Juarez across the northern frontier, yet had the tables turned on him when French removed their forces. Condemned and executed. Manuscript D.S., 1p. 4to., Mexico City, Aug. 4,
1865, appointing a man to temporarily fill a vacant government financial position in Cordova.
A few small stains, with two 1” tears intruding from the right margin, still overall quite good.
$200 - 300
857. AFRICAN LEADERS A nice group of nine pieces signed by prominent African leaders, in
various formats, includes: DESMOND TUTU (two S.P. 4” x 6” color, signed “God Bless, Desmond
Tutu, Sept. ‘92“); ROY WELENSKY (Rhodesia, signed card); PAUL VICTOR OBENG (Ghana, S.P.);
BAKILI MULUZI (Malawi, two signed U.N. FDCs); O. K. J. MASIIS (Botswana, signed U.N. FDC);
CYRILLE ADOULA (South Africa, signed sheet as PM), and EDMUND BRUCKNER (German diplomat and colonial governor of Togo until his capture by the British at the start of WWI, scarce A.L.S. sending autograph). Overall very
good condition, nine pieces.
$150 - 200
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Science, Exploration, Aviation & Space
Einstein’s letter to F.D.R. on atomic energy: “This new phenomenon would also lead to the
construction of bombs...extremely powerful bombs of a new type...”. It would usher in the
“atomic age” – and lead to the destruction of Hiroshima and Nagasaki
858. ALBERT EINSTEIN (1879 - 1955) American
physicist whose Theory of Relativity and and studies
of mass and energy relationships revolutionized the
field of physics. A superlative Einstein piece, an incredibly rare T.L.S. “A. Einstein“ 2pp. 4to., Peconic,
2 August 1939 [but 1946] being a fair copy of his
historic letter to Franklin D. Roosevelt warning of
German efforts to develop an atomic bomb. This
copy was prepared by Einstein during the filming of
the Oscar-nominated documentary film, Atomic
Power. The document is a near-contemporary copy
of the important letter Einstein actually forwarded
to F.D.R., alerting him that “the element uranium
may be turned into a new and important source of
energy“ which will allow the construction of “extremely powerful bombs of a new type.” The letter
reads, in full: “Some recent work by E. Fermi and L.
Szilard, which has been communicated to me in
manuscript, leads me to expect that the element
uranium may be turned into a new and important
source of energy in the immediate future” . Certain
aspects of the situation which has arisen seem to
call for watchfulness and, if necessary, quick action
on the part of the Administration. I believe therefore
that it is my duty to bring to your attention the following facts and recommendations. In the course of
the last four months it has been made probable
through the work of Joliot in France as well as Fermi
and Szilard in America—that it may become possible to set up a nuclear chain reaction in a large
mass of uranium, by which vast amounts of power
and large quantities of new radium-like elements
would be generated. Now it appears almost certain
that this could be achieved in the immediate future.
This new phenomenon would also lead to the construction of bombs, and it is conceivable—though
much less certain—that extremely powerful bombs
of a new type may thus be constructed. A single
bomb of this type, carried by boat and exploded in
a port, might very well destroy the whole port together with some of the surrounding territory. However, such bombs might very well prove to be too
heavy for transportation by air. The United States
has only very poor ores of uranium in moderate
quantities. There is some good ore in Canada and the former Czechoslovakia while the most important source of uranium is Belgian
Congo. In view of this situation you may think it is desirable to have some permanent contact maintained between the administration
and the group of physicists working on chain reactions in America. One possible way of achieving this might be for you to entrust with
this task a person who has your confidence and who could perhaps serve in an unofficial capacity. His task might comprise the following:
a) to approach Government Departments, keep them informed of the further development, and put forward recommendations for Government action, giving particular attention to the problem of securing a supply of uranium ore for the United States; b) to speed up the
experimental work, which is at present being carried on within the limits of the budgets of University laboratories, by providing funds,
if such funds be required, through his contacts with private persons who are willing to make contributions for this cause, and perhaps
also by obtaining the co-operation of industrial laboratories which have the necessary equipment. I understand that Germany has
actually stopped the sale or uranium from Czechoslovakian mines which she has taken over. That she should have taken such early
action might perhaps be understood on the ground that the son of the German Under-Secretary of State, von Weizsacker, is attached to
the Kaiser-Wilhelm-Institut in Berlin where some of the American work on uranium is being repeated.“ The impulse which led to the
letter originated not with Einstein but with the Hungarian-born physicist Leo Szilard, a former student of Einstein’s, who, like Fermi,
Teller, Einstein and a host of other European scientists and researchers, had been driven from his homeland to the United States by the
threat of Hitler’s European aggression and persecution. In fact, the collaboration of Einstein and Szilard, motivated by their fears of German war preparations and nuclear research, generated not one, but two nearly identical letters: both composed at the same time, both
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typed on the same typewriter and finally, both signed with
the same pen by Einstein. One of the two, longer by a few
sentences, was delivered to the President. That version—
arguably the most influential single letter of the twentieth
century, its text quoted in many histories and biographies—has rested, since 1945, in the permanent collections
of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Library at Hyde Park, New York.
Szilard retained the shorter version, and that letter sold at
Sotheby’s in 2002 for over $2 million. The longer letter was
not finally delivered to F.D.R. until October 11, 1939. By
the next evening, Roosevelt had formed the Briggs Committee to investigate the potentials of nuclear fission which
became the germ for the Manhattan Project. For the purposes of the 1946 documentary, Einstein chose to personally retype and sign the longer edition which was sent to
F.D.R. This fair copy was typed on his own typewriter in his
study while being filmed for the documentary. Produced by
D. Y. Bradshaw for Time’s “March of Time” newsreel series,
Atomic Power featured interviews with participants in the
development of the bomb including Einstein and Robert
Oppenheimer. Following the completion of filming, Einstein
gave the signed letter to Bradshaw as a gift. The letter has
remained in the possession of his family since that time.
In 1950, Einstein wrote to A.J. Muste that his only contribution to the project had been “a letter to Roosevelt”. Einstein
was never informed, officially or even unofficially, of the
progress of the secret project on which so many of his scientific colleagues would be engaged for the next five years.
On 6 August 1945, while vacationing at Lake Saranac, the
author of the Theory of Relativity overheard a radio announcement of the destruction of Hiroshima: the horrific,
spectacular proof of his 1905 equation of equivalence: E =
mc2. When asked by a reporter for his opinion on the
bomb, Einstein remarked “The world is not ready for it.”
Late in life, he confided to Linus Pauling that “I made one
great mistake in my life—when I signed a letter to President
Roosevelt recommending that atom bombs be made.“ It is
particularly surprising that Einstein would recreate his historic letter for any party, only a ferw scant months after the
terrible destruction of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Due to Einstein’s intense misgivings for writing Roosevelt in the first place, this is the only known fair copy of the document that ushered in the
“Atomic Age”. A tremendous rarity.
$150,000 - 250,000
859. LUTHER BURBANK (1849 - 1926) American scientist and horticulturist who developed new strains of fruits, berries and vegetables,
and the Shasta daisy as well. T.L.S., 1p. 5 3/8” x 8 1/2”, Santa Rosa, Ca., Sep. 1, 1920 to Dr. Henry M. Bland, faculty member of the
Normal School and San Jose’ Teachers College, and California Poet Laureate. In part: “The Short Story Quarterly with “Yosemite” and
other poems by your good self received. I have had the time to read one of two of the poems, and am delighted with them, and when I
can get a little leisure will be happy to read the rest, and know I shall like them. Thank you. Faithfully yours, Luther Burbank”. Fine.
$75 - 100
860. GEORGE W. GOETHALS (1858 - 1928) American army officer and engineer appointed by Theodore Roosevelt to supervise construction of the Panama Canal. Signature “Geo. W. Goethals Washington D.C. 3/3/14“ cut from a letter. Ghosting visible from verso,
some toning, otherwise good. Matted beneath a printed photo of Goethals.
$75 - 100
861. CARL JUNG (1875 - 1961) Swiss psychiatrist in association with Freud, a founder of analytic psychology who developed theories
of the collective unconscious and archetypes. His signature beneath his portrait on the cover of the Feb. 14, 1955 issue of Time Magazine.
Note lot includes the cover only, not the magazine. Marginal wear and address label affixed, else very good.
$400 - 600
862. ADOLF LORENZ (1854 - 1946) German physician, an orthopedic pioneer and specialist. A.L.S. on the verso of a postcard picturing
his chateau in Vienna, July 10, 1936 to noted collector Cornelius Greenway sending him a signed photo (not included), adding: “...I am
sorry that I have no other picture! I am very glad to hear that you enjoyed the glove!...“. Two words in text smeared, else very good.
$100 - 150
863. ROBERT OPPENHEIMER (1904 - 1967) American physicist, director of the Manhattan project which developed the first atomic
bomb, later served as director of the Institute of Advanced Study at Princeton. Signed book, “The Open Mind”, signed first edition, on
title page, first printing, 146 pp., 1955, Simon & Schuster, N.Y., w/dust jacket. Rare first edition signed by one of the most important
theoretical physicists of the twentieth century. Minor wear to dust jacket, else fine.
$400 - 600
864. JONAS SALK (1914-1995) American physician and epidemiologist who developed the first vaccine against poliomyelitis. Pair of
signed photographs, b/w, one being in his laboratory. Fine.
$100 - 150
865. ALBERT SCHWEITZER (1875 - 1965) French physician and theologian, a specialist in tropical medicine. D.S., a $2.00 check endorsed, July 31, 1960, with a picture postcard treating a patient. Fine.
$75 - 100
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866. KONSTANTIN TSIOLKOVSKY (1857 - 1935) Pioneering Russian scientist and
rocket designer who laid out the basic principles of modern space flight. Lengthy
A.D.S. on the front pastedown of what once served as Tsiolkovsky’s notebook, 14
lines in his hand which no doubt describe the contents of the notebook, dated 1931
at bottom and signed. Certainly worthy of a full translation. Binding holes at right
margin, else very good condition.
$600 - 800
867. JAMES D. WATSON (b. 1928) American molecular biologist and zoologist best
known as one of the co-discovers of DNA, sharing the Nobel Prize for his efforts together with Francis Crick and Maurice Wilkins. A signed copy of his book, Darwin:
the Indelible Stamp (Philadelphia: Running Press, 2005) xiv, 1260 pp. 4to. bound in
black paper boards and original dust jacket. Signed by Watson on the full title page.
Fine.
$75 - 100
868. JAMES WATSON & FRANCIS CRICK A pair of signed books, including JAMES D.
WATSON, The Double Helix (New York: Athenaeum, 1968) xiv, 226pp. 8vo. bound in
blue cloth with original dust jacket. Signed by Watson with a drawing of a DNA strand
at left on a bookplate affixed to the half-title page. Minor war to dust jacket, else
fine. Offered together with FRANCIS CRICK, his book What Mad Pursuit (London:
Weidenfeld and Nicolson, 1988) ix,182pp. illus. 8vo. bound in black cloth with original dust jacket. Signed by Crick on the full title page. Fine condition. Together, two
pieces. $300 - 500
869. JAMES D. WATSON (b. 1928) Scientist, one of the first to observe the structure
of DNA in 1952. His volume, Darwin: The Indelible Stamp (Philadelphia: Running
Press, 2005), paperback, boldly signed on half title page. One1/2” tear to top margin
of cover, otherwise very good.
$100 - 150
870. DENTON A. COOLEY (b. 1902) Pioneering American heart surgeon. An ink drawing of the human heart on an 8vo. piece of his personal stationery signed by Cooley below and dated “4-19-07“ Also signed by Cooley’s main collaborator, MICHAELL DEBAKEY. Usual
folds, else fine condition.
$100 - 150
871. SCIENTISTS A fine lot of nine A.L.S.s and T.L.S.s from prominent scientists, including W.A. HIGINBOTHAM regarding the danger
of the nuclear arms race, MARGARET MEAD regarding society and sex, ADOLPH SUTRO regarding Egyptology, CHARLES STEINMETZ
, a signed check, C. A. YOUNG regarding college information, HUDSON MAXIM concerning paintings and photographs, JULIUS AXELROD a drawing, and others. A fine group.
$200 - 300
872. RICHARD E BYRD (1888 - 1957) American aviator and explorer, first to fly over the South Pole and established the base “Little America”. Fine content T.L.S. 1p. 4to. on “Byrd Antarctic Expedition II“ letterhead, Boston, Aug. 25, 1933 to the Mishawaka Rubber and Woolen
Manufacturing Company, “...making a personal appeal to you to help the Byrd Antarctic Expedition II which is to leave September 15.
During this period of depression, on account of the many destitute people, I have not felt warranted in going out to raise money for our
Expedition. We have reached the very end of our rope financially, and our Expedition hangs by a thread, unless we can get certain items
donated which we have not yet succeeded in procuring. We have gone so far in our requirements that it would seem a pity to be stopped
for lack of one or two vital items...We are going to use a Curtiss-Condor for the main flying which we will do in the Antarctica and the
Curtiss-Wright Corporation are going a long way towards helping us. They are in hopes that the various manufacturers who supply material for his plane will see their way clear to be able to make donations of their parts...On looking over their list I find that you manufacture
the following: Monopul Fasteners for inspection pockets $63.00 per ship...“. Usual folds, else very good condition.
$150 - 200
873. ADOLPHUS W. GREELEY (1844 - 1935) American army officer and explorer of Ellesmere and Greenland where he lost 19 of 25
men while awaiting relief. Fine content draft T.L.S. “Done Nov. 10 A.W.G.”, 3pp. 4to., Washington, Nov. 5, 1927 to Gen. James G. Harbord
(1866- 1947), Chief of Staff of the A.E.F. in World War I and a combat commander. In this draft which has been heavily hand-corrected
by Greeley, the explorer describes his early experiences with Marconi’s wireless telegraphy. He states how he rented two sets from Marconi, the involvement of Col. Samuel Reber, the establishment of experimental stations at Governor’s Island and Ft. Wadsworth, and
more. Fine condition. Harbord was president of RCA at the time.
$100 - 150
874. SAMUEL P. LANGLEY (1834 - 1906) American aviation pioneer who explored the possibility of flight by heavier-than-air machines
and actually succeeded in inventing such a machine which flew over the Potomac for 3,000 feet. T.L.S. 2pp. 8vo., Washington, May 9,
1899, on letterhead of the Smithsonian Institute to Francis Woodbridge, a young man in care of the wife of Otho Michaelis. Michaelis
was a US Army Signal Corps officer attached to Langley’s 1881 expedition to Mount Whitney, and a close personal friend. In part: “...I
am going with another gentleman to Europe, expecting to sail on the seventeenth of this month from Boston, in the ‘Canada’, and to be
gone an indefinite time...I had arranged to take with me a young man connected with the Smithsonian...but I have reflected that I would
rather have someone on whom I could better [rely]...telegraph me ‘I accept’...“. With holograph closing: “Your affectionate Godfather S.
P. Langley“. Very good.
$200 - 300
and actually succeeded in inventing such a machine which flew over the Potomac for 3,000 feet. A.L.S. 1p. 8vo., Allegheny, Oct. 23,
1875, to Francis Woodbridge, Jr. in part: “...I have the pleasure of enclosing a card for the Duquesne Club [not present] which I hope you
may find it convenient to avail yourself of...“. Very good.
$200 - 300
876. ROBERT E. PEARY (1856 - 1920) American polar explorer who was the first man to attain the North Pole, arriving by sled on April
6, 1909. A collection of five items: two T.L.S. and one A.L.S., dated 1905-1908, to custom brokers regarding “compressed tea“ to be delivered to New York City. Along with an A.L.S. of Peary’s wife, JOSEPHINE D. PEARY, with more content regarding the tea, and an unrelated A.L.S. of JOHN M. DIX, 2pp. 4to., Paris, May 7, 1869, regarding a medal to be given to Arctic explorer Isaac Israel Hayes, fair.
Balance of the lot is very good, five pieces.
$200 - 300
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877. ROBERT E. PEARY (1856 - 1920) American polar explorer who was the first man to attain the North Pole, arriving by sled on April
6, 1909. A.L.S. “Peary” with initialed postscript on the letterhead of the National Aerial Coast Patrol Commission, 1p. 4to., New York,
Dec. 8, 1917 to the president of the Aero Club of America. In part: “...Have told Howard to see Congressman Moore & get materail &
map for an article by Moore for next Flying [magazine]. I think this will help...he, with Gillette...forms the Republican steering committee,
which directs the affairs of that party...”. Sold with an unrelated autograph note, an attachment to a bill to materials “sent out by Mayo
Dudley...covering Aviation activities...”. Two pieces.
$200 - 300
878. HENRY STANLEY (1841 - 1904) British journalist and explorer who discovered Dr. Livingstone at Ujiji. Large bold signature framed
with an issue of “Scientific American”, Sept. 5, 1885, as the first Governor of the new free state of the Congo. Framed to an overall size
of 16 1/2” x 24”. A great presentation.
$200 - 300
879. HENRY M. STANLEY (1841 - 1904) British journalist and explorer who discovered Dr. Livingstone at Ujiji. A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.,, [London], Nov. 25, 1895 to Wellington Smith concerning his “...hospitable offer of Sept 18th last has just come to hand having been sent to
Vancouver & hence redirected to England. It remains for me, however, to thank you all the same for the kind courtesy of the letter, and
your warm hearted intentions - which I do with as much sincerely as though I had enjoyed your hospitality.“ Horizontal crease, else fine.
$200 - 300
880. POLAR EXPLORERS Group of three pieces related to polar exploration, including a S.P. of ROBERT E. BYRD, first to fly over the
South Pole, a T.L.S. by ADOLPHUS W. GREELEY, American army officer and explorer of Ellesmere and Greenland, pertaining to the 79th
U.S. Colored Infantry, lastly a T.L.S. by KNUD RASMUSSEN, Danish explorer who lead expeditions across Greenland, pertaining to a lecture tour. Fine.
$150 - 200
881. A SECTION OF FABRIC FROM THE WRIGHT FLYER A section of fabric
from the Wright Flyer which made the first heavier-than-air flight at Kitty
Hawk, N.C. on Dec. 17, 1903. The fabric measures 6 1/4” x 3” and is tipped
to the verso a blank letterhead from “The Custer Specialty Company” of
Dayton, Ohio. The relic bears a blue ink notation reading: “FABRIC FROM
WRIGHT BROTHERS ‘KITTY HAWK’ HARVEY D. GEYER 3/2/51”. Period typing
on the sheet above reads: “All of the fabric for covering the original Kitty
Hawk plane was muslin, purchased from Hunter & Hardy Dry Goods Store
E. Third Street, Dayton, Ohio, and known as ‘Pride of the West’ Muslin’”. In
late 1926, early 1927, Orville Wright refurbished the Wright Flyer in preparation for loaning it to the Science Museum in London, where it stayed until
1948. During this refurbishment, the airplane was recovered entirely with
new Pride of the West muslin. Harvey D. Geyer was a close friend, associate
and employee of the Wright Brothers from 1910, on, and upon the death
of Orville Wright in 1948, was appointed the technical advisor to the Wright
Estate, so it seems obvious he could easily have obtained a sizeable section
of the original fabric. This relic was obtained by a prominent New York
dealer of Western Americana from George H. Custer Family descendants
in the Dayton area. A superb historic relic!
$3,000 - 5,000
882. A SECTION OF FABRIC FROM THE WRIGHT FLYER A section of fabric from
the Wright Flyer which made the first heavier-than-air flight at Kitty Hawk, N.C. on
Dec. 17, 1903, with outstanding provenance. The fabric measures 1 1/4” x 1 3/4”
and is tipped to a sheet bearing an image of the famous plane in flight along with
a calligraphied presentation to James L. Custer. The provenance reads, in part:
“When Orville Wright prepared the Kitty Hawk machine for public exhibition in
1928, the original fabric had to be replaced, as it had been under water during
the Dayton Flood of 1913...After his death in 1948, we found that he had preserved
some of the original coverings of the wings. We certify that this piece of fabric was
used [on the Wright Flyer I]...”. Signed by Harold S. Miller, an executor of Orville
Wright’s estate, and Ivonette Wright Miller, Wilbur and Orville’s niece. The fabric
was also flown aboard a Wright Flyer “look-alike” on Nov. 27, 1982, pictured at bottom. Fine. On the back of the frame is an envelope containing a hefty 3” splinter
of wood affixed to a ca. 1960 card with typed description: “SPLINTER FROM THE
FLOOR OF THE WRIGHT BICYCLE SHOP WILLIAMS STREET DAYTON, OHIO”. Obtained
by a major New York Western Americana dealer from a Custer family member in
Ohio.
$1,000 - 1,500
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883. RELIC OF “THE CHICAGO”, DOUGLAS WORLD CRUISER #2 A
fantastic relic, a 2” x 2” piece of the brown exterior protective fabric
removed from The Chicago, the flag plane of the first round-the-world
flight in aviation history. The Chicago, piloted by Lts. Lowell H. Smith
and Leslie P. Arnold in the company of three similar aircraft, departed
from Seattle on April 6, 1924, returning Sept. 28, 1924 after covering
26,345 miles in a total flying time of 363 hours and 7 minutes. The
fabric is mounted to a 15” x 18” lithograph that features a large image
of the planes before their departure as well as biographical notes and
statistics. Ideal for display.
$600 - 800
884. (PIONEER AVIATORS) Lot of three D.S.s, each 1p. 4to., New York,
1929 and 1930, all commercial documents on the letterhead of
Churchill-Hall, Inc. Two of the documents are signed by CHARLES E.
“CASEY” CASEY JONES, Pioneer American aviator, an early test pilot
and Army Air Corps instructor during World War I, one endorsing a
model plane the other Helbros watched. The third document is also
an endorsement endorsing a Helbros watch, signed by WILLIAM WINSTON (1896-1948) Winston is acknowledged as having taught Charles
Lindbergh the technical aspects of flying, although Lindbergh at a
rudimentary knowledge of flying as a barnstormer before Army cadet
Lindbergh arrived for flight training at Brooks Field in San Antonio. As
Lindy put it: “Military training taught me precision and perfection of
flying techniques”. Three pieces, some glue staing, some mounted,
overall very good. With period 8” x 10” portraits.
$150 - 200
885. ALEXANDER B. BEECH (1873 - 1940) Pioneer aviator, designer
and engineer of the Beech-National plane (aka: Beech Farman), a soldier of fortune who flew in the Boer War and was an barnstormer in
the U.S. Lot of two T.L.S.s on his “Beech Flying Boa” letterhead, 2pp.
total, Savannah, Apr. 21 and May 1, 1915 to Henry Woodhouse. Good
content, in part: “...carrying a passenger occasionally and doing a little
exhibition work...I went to Charleston, offered to give their militia boys
a weeks flying with concurrent lectures for $500...I offered to train them four aviators...the Naval authorities advised waiting...”. Beech’s
second letter discusses promoting an aviation event in which Beech expects to participate. Fine.
$150 - 200
886. FLOYD BENNETT (1890 – 1928) American aviator who piloted Richard E. Byrd on his attempt to reach the North Pole in 1926.
T.L.S. on Byrd Arctic Expedition letterhead, New York, 1p., 4to., July 27, 1926. Bennett replies to a request for an autograph. Bennett’s
famed flight to the North Pole took place only two months prior to writing this letter. Folds from mailing, else fine.
$150 - 200
887. WILLIAM E. BOEING (1881 - 1956) Aviation pioneer and founder of the Boeing Company
which grew exponentially through military and commercial orders. In 1934, the government
forced Boeing to break-up his company charging monopolistic practices. The resulting entities
were the United Aircraft Company, Boeing Airplane Company, and United Air Lines. Fine content T.L.S. on his personal letterhead, 2pp. 4to., Oct. 27, 1915 to the president of the Aero
Club of America. Boeing makes a $100 contribution to the Washington State National Guard
for aerial defense. He adds: “...In the past few months I have taken a great deal of interest in
aviation...at present we have two machines, one an aeroplane, and the other, a type ‘TA’ Martin Tractor Seaplane...[it] made a cross country flight, over Puget Sound of some sixty miles.
We have, under construction, two seaplanes which should be in commission by the first of the
year...we are constructing a seaplane station on Lake Union...I have already devoted
considerable funds toward the equipment we now have and in the process of construction...” The pages are pasted together along the top margin and could likely be steamed
apart, a small tear at the top margin of the first page, which also bears some soiling,
overall very good. Great content from the start of Boeing Aircraft!
$500 - 700
888. DOUGLAS “WRONG WAY” CORRIGAN (1907-1995) “Wrong-Way Corrigan”, American aviator of the Thirties who set out in his plane promising to fly west and ended
up making a trans-Atlantic crossing. His minor miscalculation brought him national
fame. Group of three items, including two celluloid buttons, one being a reception
badge from Boston, dated Aug.8, 1938, shortly after his famous “Wrong Way Flight”,
and a signed first day cover by Corrigan, dated May 1927, celebrating the 50th anniversary of Lindbergh’s transatlantic flight in May 1927. He has also added “Wrong Way to
Ireland 1938...Mechanic 1718...In San Diego in 1927 & helped to build the Spirit of St Louis”. A fine group.
$100 - 200
61748-9%889. JAMES FITZMAURICE (1898-1965) Irish aviation pioneer, a crew member of the “Bremen”, which made the first successful
Trans-Atlantic aircraft flight from East to West in April 1928. S.P. , Sep. 16, 1927, 6” x 8” showing Fitzmaurice and pilot ROBERT MCINTOSH who has also signed. Fine.
$100 - 150
890. GLENN H. CURTISS (1878 - 1930) American inventor and aviator who developed dirigible engines, invented the seaplane, and designed the JN-4 “Jenny” used in World War I, among a host of other aviation advancements. D.S. 4pp. 4to., [New York, 1920], a form
letter sent to aviators throughout the country by the Aerial Touring Association soliciting their membership. The organization sought
to promote touring the countryside by airplane, and the letter contains the group’s benefits, rules, fees, etc. Signed by the organization’s
president, fellow aviation pioneer EARLE OVINGTON (1879-1936) First U.S. Air Mail pilot (1911), formerly an assistant to Thomas Edison.
Across the face of the document, Curtiss signs his name adding: “Received”. Chip to corner of third page, else very good. $150 - 200
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891. DALE “RED” JACKSON (1906 - 1932) American stunt flyer who set a barrel-rolling record of 417 rolls. With Forrest O’Brine he set
a record of 647 hours aloft (27 days). Killed flying stunts in Miami at the age of 26. Very rare D.S., 1p. 4to., New York, Nov. 22, 1929
allowing the Helbros Watch Co. to use his image in their advertising. Sold with a vintage 8” x 10” photo of the aviator wearing the watch
and standing beside his aircraft. Some light glue staining to the letter, still very good.
$200 - 300
892. HERMANN KOHL (1888 - 1938) was a German aviation pioneer and pilot of the first trans-Atlantic flight in the east-west direction.
Unusual S.P., 6” x 4” , a brown-tone artists image of “Adolf Hitler-haus” in Erfurt, Germany, boldly signed by Kohl on verso. Very good.
$100 - 150
and actually succeeded in inventing such a machine which flew over the Potomac for 3,000 feet. A.L.S. 1p. 8vo. Allegheny, Mar. 31,
1875, to Captain Otho Michaelis of the U.S. Army Signal Corps, in part: “...I meant to have got out to see you but couldn’t. Shall be in
N.Y. and Phila. the next ten days....I’ll hope to see you if you go East...I mail the Memoirs by Captain Ricq. which please return...“. Very
light toning to left margin, very good.
$300 - 400
894. CHARLES A. LINDBERGH (1902-1974) American aviator who, in his plane, The Spirit of St. Louis, was the first to fly solo non-stop
across the Atlantic Ocean. Superb I.S.P. 10” x 13 1/2” b/w, distinguished chest, up portrait by Wilson Mantor inscribed on the mount:
“To Thomas W. Dewart Sincerely Charles A. Lindbergh June 1933“. Mount bears a tiny chip at upper right corner, else every good condition, housed in a (chipped) presentation folder. Dewart was the publisher of the influential newspaper, The New York Sun, which he
purchased in 1926.
$600 - 800
895. CHARLES LINDBERGH FLOWN LETTER A rare T.L.S. carried by Lindbergh during his flight to St. Louis, Jan. 20, 1928, with the
original envelope bearing his cancellation stamp, written by Wallace O. Lee in Indianapolis on letterhead of the Indianapolis Power &
Light Co. on Feb. 15, 1928 to his son Wallace O. Lee, Jr. in Indianapolis. In part: “...So that you may have a letter from your dad that
you can treasure in later life, and the inspiration that goes with having this letter carried across the country in the plane of a young
man who I would like to have you take as an example for your future guidance, I am sending you this letter by airmail, and the young
man to whom I referred to above...is none other than Colonal [sic] Charles A. Lindbergh, who possesses the necessary requisites for success, namely, honor, courage, humility and a thorough respect for God, the laws of his country and the right of his fellowman. May you,
my son, possess all of these virtues and be able to accomplish in your life all that you desire...“. Mysteriously, the letter is lightly burned
around the edges. Matted with the original envelope and framed in a dark wood frame. A perfect item for display.
$200 - 300
896. CHARLES LINDBERGH - SCRAPBOOK,
AUTOGRAPH, & UNPUBLISHED PHOTOS.
(1902-1974) American aviator who, in his
plane, “The Spirit of St. Louis”, was the first
to fly solo non-stop across the Atlantic
Ocean. A large 60pp. scrapbook, 10” x 12”,
compiled by Eric W. Bacharach, a Kansas City
engineer, inventor and businessman. The
scrapbook contains newspaper clippings,
programs, and other ephemera pertaining to
a visit by Charles Lindbergh. Included are unpublished photographs of Lindbergh in a
plane, the “Miss Bourbon Ky.”, and an autographed slip of paper, “C.A. Lindbergh Aug.
18, 1927”, signed only three months after his
famous transatlantic flight. According to the
newspaper clippings, Lindbergh flew to
Kansas City in August 1927 for a Rotary Club
event intended to spread “airmindedness”
among the local population. At the banquet,
Bacharach was seated next to a slick airplane
salesman who spent the entire evening trying
to convince him that he needed an airplane.
Bacharach joked the he would purchase the
plane only if Lindbergh took him for a private test flight. Lindbergh agreed, and upon landing Bacharach became the new owner of the
“Miss Bourbon Kentucky”. Bacharach never learned to fly, but soon every pilot who passed through Kansas City was begging to fly the
plane Lindy flew. He was forced to sell the plane at a loss, which the Rotary Club helped cover. Also included in the scrapbook is a T.L.S.
by Gov. Dewey of N.Y., a S.P. of Michigan football coach Fielding H. Yost, a T.L.S. from Senator Harry F. Byrd, the calling card of Ilya Tolstoy, son of Leo Tolstoy, the calling card of Commandant Paul Louis Weiller, French industrialist and aviation pioneer, and much more.
A fascinating assemblage of aviation and early 20th Century history. Front cover loose, wear to pages, photographs and autographs adhered to pages, else fine.
$700 - 900
897. PERCY GEORGE “BUD” MORRISS (1885 - 1944) Early aviator, the first to establish wireless communication while in flight with the
Marconi System. I.S.P. 8” x 10” b/w, a composite image of Morriss standing before his rather bizarre Benoist aircraft, boldly signed.
Very good.
$100 - 150
898. IGOR SIKORSKY (1889 - 1972) American aeronautical engineer and inventor of the first helicopter and multi-engine plane. Fine
I.S.P. 8” x 10” b/w, a chest, up portrait signed at bottom. Fine.
$100 - 150
899. “THE FLYING COP” Great pair of N.Y.P.D. aviation items, includes: very rare edition of the newspaper “The Flying Cop”, Vol. I, No.
1, New York, July 12, 1922, issued by the Aviation Division of the New York Police Reserves. The paper covers news largely concerning
the NYPD’s first aviation unit, part of Naval Reserve Air Force. Two articles stress the importance of an air wing for the department as
well. Also present is an original photo, 5 1/2” x 3 1/2” b/w showing the department’s first aircraft on the ground, with insignia: “Aerial
Police New York City”. Very good.
$150 - 200
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900. (EARLY AVIATION) Lot of two sets of photos and letters promoting early airplanes, includes: T.L.S. of Rolls Royce, Ltd. letterhead,
1p. 4to, London, Sep. 6, 1924 promoting: “THE WORLD’S GREATEST FLYING BOAT 2,600 HORSE POWER...the ‘Fairey’ N4 A ‘Atlanta’ I
Flying Boat...driven by four Rolls-Royce ‘Condor’ Aero Engine...”, with a 8 1/2” x 5” photo of the aircraft; with two carbon copies on
original letterhead from the Aeromarine Plane & Motor Corp., Apr. 20, 1917, promoting their “double tractor” biplane, with specification,
along with two 6” x 4” original photos of the aircraft. Overall very good to fine.
$150 - 200
901. (EARLY TRANSATLANTIC AIRLINE STOCK PROSPECTUS) Fascinating business proposal contained within the stock prospectus issued by O’Connor Transatlantic Airways, 8pp. legal folio, New York, 1928. The proposal is built around U.S. Patent 1675988, an eightengined “push-pull“ aircraft patented by founder John P. O’Connor. The proposal also bears an artist’s impression of the colossal aircraft
on the first page. The company proposes to sell 800,000 shares of stock at $12.50 per share, and lays out its plans within. The founders
promise an aircraft capable of flying 3,000 miles with an eight ton capacity, all based on wind tunnel test of a model and a few rather
flimsy promises. A great read! Covers detached, else very good.
$150 - 200
902. 1914 PROPOSAL FOR NIGHT LANDING LIGHTS Fascinating original in wash or watercolor painting used for a proposal to illuminate
a landing strip at night, executed on a 13 3/4” x 8” board dated Feb. 28, 1914 on verso. The image shows an early monoplane flying
above an airfield at night. Beneath is a tower with a light beam showing vertically, with another horizontal beam. At a distance from the
tower is a squared-off area in a field with five recessed(?) lights, one being in each corner for east, west, north and south, with a white
light at center. A scribbled explanation in French appears at bottom which indicated that the towers beam would rotate automatically,
the light being visible for 47 kilometers, it being understood that the other lights fixed for navigational purposes. A 1 1/2” tear from
bottom margin, some soiling and a few stains on the mount, but otherwise good and a clever, early aviation item.
$200 - 300
903. ORIGINAL DRAWINGS OF FRENCH AND BRITISH AIRSHIPS Three excellent drawing of very early hydrogen gas airships, each 13
1/2” x 7 1/2”, skilled original pen and ink drawings of various airships of France and Great Britain while in flight. Images include eight
designs by Alberto Santos-Dumont, 1898-1903, and four from the Royal Aircraft Factory, 1910-1912. The drawings were executed on
ivory cardboard stock, ca. 1920. Two show the effects of some dampness, not affecting the images themselves, otherwise very good.
$400 - 600
904. THE WORLD’S FIRST FLIGHT INSURANCE? Very early printed life insurance form issued by The Travelers Insurance Co., Hartford,
2pp. 5 3/4” x 12 1/4”, an “Aviation Accident Ticket Policy” covering injury or death due to accidents “including aviation accidents” dated
May 6, 1919. The policy is sold by the Aero Protective Agency. The policy makes a point of excluding injuries or death caused during:
“...any race, or speed, endurance, or altitude test...or in aerial acrobatic, or trick or stunt flying...”. Fine.
$150 - 200
905. AVIATION A fine group of ten A.N.S.s, first day covers, and S.P.s signed by prominent aviators, including F.W. VON MEISTER ,
ELLEN BAKER, KATHY THORNTON, GEORGE DE MONTEVERDE, ALFRED DE MONTEVERDE, CLAUDE RYAN, PAUL E. WILSON, FRANK
HAWKS, and others. A fine group that should be examined.
$150 - 200
906. U.S. NAVAL AIR STATION, KILLINGHOLME, U.K. Commemorative booklet issued following the American establishment of a naval
air station at Killingholme, England, 56pp. sm. 4to., ca. 1919. The station was tasked with convoy escort and submarine detection and
the text, photos and illustrations describe the station’s successes. A complete roster is included, as is a list of those lost in action.
Covers chipped, contents are very good.
$75 - 100
907. MOON WALKERS Incredible
collection of Apollo astronaut signatures, gathered in a “shadow box”
measuring 20” x 25”. The signatures
are presented as follows - On a 10”
x 8” NASA image of the moon appear
the bold ink signatures of: DAVID
SCOTT, BUZZ ALDRIN, ALAN BEAN,
ALAN SHEPARD, AL WORDEN, HARRISON S C H M I T T , F R E D H A I S E ,
JR., CHARLES CONRAD, THOMAS
STAFFORD, E U GE N E C ER NA N ,
RICHARD
GORDEN,
CHARLES
DUKE, FRANK BORMAN, JAMES
LOVELL and EDGAR MITHCELL. To
the left is mounted a card signed by
JIM IRWIN, with his hand-drawn
image of a quarter moon. At the
lower center is set the signature of
JOHN YOUNG on a “Star Voyagers”
official autograph card, and to the
right is set the signature of NEIL
ARMSTRONG, the first man to set
foot upon the moon. It appears beneath a printed quote “That’s one
small step for man one giant leap for
mankind
Neil
Armstrong,
7/20/1969”. The Irwin, Young, and
Armstrong signatures are “floated”
in the presentation, giving a three-dimensional effect. Certainly one of the finest presentations of Apollo astronaut signatures we
have encountered.
$2,000 - 3,000
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An unopened copy, never read
908. BUZZ ALDRIN AND NORMAN MAILER’S “MOONFIRE” b. 1930)
American astronaut and pilot of the Apollo 11 lunar module who
walked the Moon with Neil Armstrong. Extraordinary book, Moonfire,
by Norman Mailer, [Taschen, Cologne], 2009, 348pp. with four foldouts, 14 1/2” x 17 1/4” overall. To commemorate the 40th anniversary of the historic Apollo 11 moon landing, Taschen excerpted
Mailer’s brilliant and well-sourced book, Of a Fire on the Moon (excerpted here for the first time). Equally adept at examining the science of space travel and the psychology of the men involved, Mailer
offered provocative insights into this epoch-making event. Illustrating this volume are hundreds of the best photographs and maps
from dozens of sources, many of them previously unpublished. Captions are by leading Apollo 11 experts, explaining the history and
science behind the images, citing the mission log and publications
of the day, and post-flight astronaut interviews. Limited to 1969
copies in two editions, each copy includes a Plexiglas-framed
archival-quality, numbered print signed by Buzz Aldrin. This shot of
Aldrin walking on the moon is the definitive image of the Apollo 11
mission. Utilizing state-of-the-art technology, the original photographic materials have been restored to the highest possible standards. English language edition No. 1-1957, this being no. 348, still
in the original shipping cardboard box.
$750 - 1,000
909. BUZZ ALDRIN (b. 1930) American astronaut and pilot of the
Apollo 11 lunar module who walked the moon with Neil Armstrong.
His hardcover volume Magnificent Desolation (New York: Harmony
Books, 2009), first edition, boldly signed on the half title page, fine.
$75 - 100
910. EDWIN A. “BUZZ” ALDRIN (b. 1930) American astronaut and
pilot of the Apollo 11 lunar module who walked the Moon with Neil
Armstrong. A group of three S.P.’s each in 8” x 10” format, includes:
BUZZ ALDRIN, a great shot showing him walking on the moon, boldly signed in blue marker adding “Apollo XI“. Along with EUGENE
CERNAN, shows him on the lunar surface standing next to the American flag, boldly signed: “Gene Cernan Last Man on Moon Apollo
XVII“, and AL WORDEN, a formal shot of him in flight suit, boldly signed in blue marker: “Orbiting the Moon! Col. Al Worden Apollo 15
CMP“. Three pieces, fine condition.
$200 - 300
911. EDWIN A. “BUZZ” ALDRIN (b. 1930) American astronaut and pilot of the Apollo 11 lunar module who walked the Moon with Neil
Armstrong. His book, Magnificent Desolation, The Long Journey Home from the Moon. (New York: Harmony Books, 2009), 326 pp. 4to.,
bound in black cloth boards and original dust jacket. Signed by Aldrin on the full title page. A few pages wrinkled at back, else fine condition.
$75 - 100
912. NEIL ARMSTRONG (b. 1930) American astronaut, first person to set foot
upon the moon. Boldly signed card, 3” x 5”, fine.
$700 - 900
913. JOHN GLENN (b. 1921) American astronaut, the first American to orbit the Earth on February 20, 1962 and also became the oldest
man to travel in space. A lot of two identical S.P.’s 8” x 10” color, showing Glenn in his Mercury flight suit in head and shoulders and
boldly signed in bottom blank margin. Fine condition, two pieces.
$75 - 100
914. SCOTT CARPENTER (b. 1925) American astronaut, America’s second man in space. Fine S.P. 8” x 10” color, a great standing shot
of Carpenter in space suit. Boldly signed at top right in black marker and in very fine condition.
$40 - 60
915. SCOTT CARPENTER (b. 1925) American astronaut, America’s second man in space. Fine S.P. 8” x 10” color, a great standing shot
of Carpenter in space suit. Boldly signed at top right in black marker and in very fine condition.
$40 - 60
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916. SCOTT CARPENTER Fine S.P. 8” x 10” color, a great standing 929. FRED W. HAISE (b. 1933) American astronaut who flew on the
shot of Carpenter in space suit. Boldly signed at top right in black ill-fated Apollo 13 mission. Fine S.P. 8” x 10” color, a great shot of
marker and in very fine condition.
$40 - 60 Haise in flight suit standing beside a globe of the moon. Boldly
signed in blue marker: “Houston, we have a problem! Fred Haise
917. MICHAEL COLLINS (b. 1930) American astronaut, Command
Apollo 13“. Along with WALTER SCHIRRA, a formal shot boldly
Module pilot for the Apollo 11 mission. Excellent S.P. 8” x 10” color,
signed in blue marker, and CLYDE C. TOMBAUGH: “Discoverer of
shows Collins in a space suit with his hand resting upon his helmet,
the 9th planet, Pluto Clyde W. Tombaugh Feb. 18, 1930“. Three
with a photo of the moon in the background. Boldly signed in blue
pieces, fine condition.
$150 - 200
ink, fine.
$200 - 300
918. MICHAEL COLLINS Excellent S.P. 8” x 10” color, shows Collins
in a space suit with his hand resting upon his helmet, with a photo 930. FRED W. HAISE Fine S.P. 8” x 10” color, a great shot of Haise
of the moon in the background. Boldly signed in blue ink, fine. in flight suit standing beside a globe of the moon. Boldly signed in
$200 - 300 blue marker: “Houston, we have a problem! Fred Haise Apollo 13“.
Along with WALTER SCHIRRA, a formal shot boldly signed in blue
919. GORDON COOPER (b. 1927) American astronaut, a member
marker, and CLYDE C. TOMBAUGH: “Discoverer of the 9th planet,
of the original seven Mercury astronauts, commander of Gemini 5.
Pluto Clyde W. Tombaugh Feb. 18, 1930“. Three pieces, fine condiTwo signed quotes, “It was very high and far and fast!”, and “I saw
tion.
$150 - 200
UFO’s from an airplane years ago - never while in space.” Cooper
claimed to have seen his first UFO while flying over West Germany
in 1951, although he denied reports he had seen a UFO during his
931. HANK HARTSFIELD (b. 1933) American Air Force officer and
Mercury flight. A fine pair.
$100 - 200
NASA astronaut who spent more than 480 hours in space, support
920. GORDON COOPER T.Q.S., 1p. 8vo., a prayer signed by crew for Apollo 16 and Skylabs 2, 3, and 4. A group of four items,
Cooper during the 17th orbit of earth, May 15, 1963, while aboard includes: I.S.P. 8” x 10” color, an official NASA portrait of Hartsfield
the Mercury Atlas (Faith 7) spacecraft, which was the last Mercury in space suit; I.S.P. 4” x 3” b/w, a snapshot showing Hartsfield at
space mission. Fine.
$100 - 200 an awards ceremony, along with a similar I.S.P. 7” x 5” b/w, and a
signed cover honoring Annin & Co. Very good condition, four
921. CHARLES DUKE (b. 1935) American astronaut who flew on the
pieces.
$75 - 100
Apollo 16 mission, one of only twelve to walk on the moon. Superb
S.P. 10” x 8” color, a fantastic shot of Duke on the moon saluting
the camera, boldly inscribed at top in silver ink: “Location location
932. JAMES LOVELL (b. 1928) American astronaut who served as
location Charlie Duke Apollo 16“. Very fine.
$75 - 100
pilot on the Gemini 7 and 12 missions, Apollo 8, and on the ill-fated
922. CHARLES DUKE Superb S.P. 10” x 8” color, a fantastic shot of Apollo 13 aborted mission. Fine and rare S.P. 8” x 10” color, showDuke on the moon saluting the camera, boldly inscribed at top in ing Lovell half-length in a pressure suit, a globe of the moon before
silver ink: “Location location location Charlie Duke Apollo 16“. Very him, and a space scene in the background. Signed in blue adding
fine.
$75 - 100 his famous understatement spoken upon the explosion of Apollo
13’s oxygen system tank: “Houston we have a problem James Lovell
923. CHARLES DUKE S.P. 10” x 8” color, a fantastic shot of Duke
Apollo 13“. Very fine.
$300 - 400
on the moon saluting the camera, boldly inscribed at top in silver
ink: “Location location location Charlie Duke Apollo 16“. Very fine.
$75 - 100
933. JAMES LOVELL AND FRANK BORMAN Signed first day Gus
924. GEMINI V S.P. 8” x 10” color, a later copy of a vintage NASA Grissom commemorative cover, Nov. 22, 1969, signed by Lovell
photo of CHARLES CONRAD, JR. and GORDON COOPER in pressure who served as pilot on both the Gemini VII and XII missions, as well
suits prior to their flight aboard Gemini V. Fine condition. as Apollo VIII, and Borman who flew in the Gemini and Apollo pro$200 - 300 grams. Fine.
$200 - 300
925. GEMINI IX S.P 8” x 10” b/w, a fine image of CHARLES CONRAD, JR. and RICHARD GORDON on the flight deck of the recovery
934. JAMES MCDIVITT SP (b. 1929) American astronaut who flew
carrier following their return to earth after the flight of Gemini XI,
on the Apollo 9 mission. S.P., 8” x 10”, color, a fine seated pose.
boldly signed in black marker by both. Fine.
$200 - 300
$100 - 150
926. JOHN GLENN (b. 1921) American astronaut, the first American
to orbit the Earth on February 20, 1962 and also became the oldest
man to travel in space. A lot of two identical S.P.’s 8” x 10” color, 935. EDGAR MITCHELL (b. 1930) American astronaut who took
showing Glenn in his Mercury flight suit in head and shoulders and part in the Apollo 14 mission in which the uplands region north of
boldly signed in bottom blank margin. Fine condition, two pieces. the Fra Mauro crater on the Moon was explored by Mitchell and
$75 - 100 Commander Alan B. Shepard, Jr. Fine S.P. 10” x 8” color, an official
NASA portrait showing Mitchell standing before a backdrop honor927. DICK GORDON, ALAN BEAN, AND CHARLES CONRAD Signed
ing Apollo 14. Boldly signed at bottom margin in black: “Best wishes
first day cover, Nov. 14, 1969, celebrating the Apollo XII space misEdgar Mitchell Apollo 14“. Fine.
$40 - 60
sion. Signed by pilot Dick Gordon, lunar pilot Alan Bean, and mission commander Charles Conrad. Fine.
$150 - 200
928. RICHARD GORDON AND WALLY SCHIRRA (b. 1929) American astronaut who flew on the Gemini 11 and Apollo 12 missions.
Fine S.P. 8” x 10” color, a great shot showing Gordon in flight suit
standing before an aircraft, boldly signed in blue marker: “We sailed
to the Ocean of Storms Richard Gordon Apollo XII“. Along with WALTER SCHIRRA (b. 1923) American astronaut, the only astronaut to
fly all three types of manned spacecraft. Fine S.P. 10” x 8” color, a
head and shoulders shot of Schirra before a backdrop of a rocket.
Boldly signed and fine. Two pieces.
$75 - 100
936. EDGAR MITCHELL Fine S.P. 8” x 10” color, shows the liftoff of
Apollo 14, boldly signed in black: “Liftoff of Apollo 14 January 31,
1971 Edgar Mitchell“. Fine.
$75 - 100
Apollo 14, boldly signed in black: “Liftoff of Apollo 14 January 31,
$75 - 100
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938. EDGAR MITCHELL Fine S.P. 8” x 10” color, shows the liftoff of 949. JOHN YOUNG Fine S.P. 10” x 8” color, a great shot of Young
Apollo 14, boldly signed in black: “Liftoff of Apollo 14 January 31, walking on the moon next to the L.E.M., boldly signed in silver ink:
1971 Edgar Mitchell“. Fine. $75 - 100Fine S.P. 8” x 10” color, shows “John Young 9th man on the moon Apollo 16“. Fine condition.
the liftoff of Apollo 14, boldly signed in black: “Liftoff of Apollo 14
$300 - 400
January 31, 1971 Edgar Mitchell“. Fine.
$75 - 100
950. JOHN YOUNG Fine S.P. 10” x 8” color, a great shot of Young
939. EDGAR MITCHELL Fine S.P. 8" x 10" color, shows the liftoff of walking on the moon next to the L.E.M., boldly signed in silver ink:
Apollo 14, boldly signed in black: "Liftoff of Apollo 14 January 31, “John Young Apollo 16 CDR“. Fine condition.
$300 - 400
1971 Edgar Mitchell". Fine.#$75 - 100
951. JOHN YOUNG6 mission; also the first man to fly into space
940. EDGAR MITCHELL Fine S.P. 8” x 10” color, shows the liftoff of six times. S.P. 8” x 10” color, shows Young in suit in a full length
Apollo 14, boldly signed in black: “Liftoff of Apollo 14 January 31, pose, with Apollo 16 seal at left. Boldly signed in black marker:
$75 - 100 “John Young 9th man on the moon Apollo 16“. Fine condition.
$250 - 350
Apollo 14, boldly signed in black: “Liftoff of Apollo 14 January 31, 952. JOHN YOUNG6 mission; also the first man to fly into space
$75 - 100 six times. S.P. 8” x 10” color, shows Young in suit in a full length
pose, with Apollo 16 seal at left. Boldly signed in silver marker:
942. RUSSELL L. SCHWEICKART (b. 1935) American astronaut who
“John Young Apollo 16“. Fine condition.
$250 - 350
made first manned test of L.E.M. during the Apollo 9 mission. S.P.
8” x 10” color, a fine “fisheye” view of Schweickart and James McDi- 953. GROUP OF SPACE AND SATELLITE RELATED EPHEMERA
vitt aboard the LM, boldly signed in silver ink. Fine.
$75 - 100 Group of twenty five pamphlets, booklets, and cards pertaining to
1960’s and 1970’s NASA space and satellite programs. Included is
a group of cards picturing types of satellites sent into orbit, a book943. RUSSELL SCHWEICKART AND JIM MCDIVITT Signed first day let describing satellites with quotes from President Lyndon Johnson,
cover honoring Apollo IX, postmarked Mar. 13, 1969, signed by pamphlets regarding the “Pioneer” mission to Jupiter, and more.
$100 - 200
Lunar Module Pilot Russell “Rusty” Schweickart and Commander
Jim McDivitt. After launching on March 3, 1969, the crewmen
954. SPACE AND ROCKETRY Group of five space and rocketry
spent ten days in low Earth orbit. They performed the first manned
signed cards, including: Two first day covers signed by German
flight of a LM, the first docking and extraction of a LM, two spaceRUDOLF NEBEL, a spaceflight advocate active in Germany’s amawalks, and the second docking of two manned spacecraft. The misteur rocket group, the Verein für Raumschiffahrt (VfR - “Spaceflight
sion proved the LM worthy of manned spaceflight. Further tests on
Society”) in the 1930s and in rebuilding German rocketry following
the Apollo 10 mission would prepare the LM for its ultimate goal,
World War II, card signed by cosmonaut WLADIMIR
landing on the moon. Fine.
$100 - 200
KOWALJONOK, a signed postcard of GERMAN TITOV, and a
944. WALTER SCHIRRA (b. 1923) American astronaut, the only assigned first day cover by HERMAN OBERTH, an Austro-Hungartronaut to fly all three types of manned spacecraft.S.P. 8” x 10” ian-born German physicist and engineer. He is considered one of
color photo showing him in his Mercury pressure suit in front of a the founding fathers of rocketry and astronautics. A fine group
$75 - 100
model of a Mercury capsule adding “[Sigma] 7” to his signature. that should be examined.
Fine.
$40 - 60
955. SPACE EPHEMERA Group of early 1960’s manned space flight
945. ALAN SHEPARD (1923 - 1998) American astronaut, a member books and pamphlets, including a four page piece picturing Presiof the Mercury team and the first American in space. Signed card, dent Kennedy shaking hands with astronaut Alan Shepard, the na2 3/4” x 5”, image of Shepard affixed to upper right corner, fine. tions first man into space, May 5, 1962. Also included are four 100
$75 - 100 p. softcover books pertaining to manned space missions in 1962
and 1963. The books provide flight results, charts, images of space
946. ALAN SHEPARD Fine S.P. 8” x 10” color, a great shot showing
modules, and more. A great group for the space program enthusithe Apollo 14 liftoff, boldly signed: “Apollo 14 Liftoff Alan Shepard“,
ast. Fine.
$100 - 200
and additionally signed by EDGAR MITCHELL, who adds: “Third
Lunar Exploration Edgar Mitchell January 31, 1971“. Very fine con- 956. SPACE EPHEMERA Large group of NASA ephemera, over 100
dition.
$250 - 350 pieces, including Sky Lab and Space Shuttle stickers, a large group
of NASA photographs, pamphlets pertaining to aerospace and
947. JACK SWIGERT (1931 - 1982) American astronaut who respace exploration, large bound mission profile books from the early
placed Ken Mattingly on the Apollo 13 mission only three days beto mid 1970’s, a first space shuttle mission press kit dated April
fore launch. It was Swigert who uttered the fateful words: “Houston,
1981, and much much more. A large collection that should be prewe have a problem here.” Scarce I.S.P. 8” x 10” official NASA lithoviewed. Fine.
$200 - 300
graph of the launch of Apollo 13 inscribed to Dorothy Frooks (18961997) suffragist, publisher, attorney, actress, and military figure 957. GHERMAN TITOV (1935 - 2000) Soviet cosmonaut, the second
active in public affairs and military concerns. Inscribed, adding: Soviet in space, and the third man in space, following Shepard’s
“...This was the start of the most fantastic trip ever!...“ Addressed flight by a month. S.P., 7 1/4” x 9”, b/w, ca. 1962, chest up pose,
$75 - 100
by Swigert on the reverse to the “Committee on Science and Aero- boldly signed in blue ink. Fine.
nautics...“ Some minor smudging to signature and inscription, else
958. RUSSIAN COSMONAUTS Multi-signed D.S., 1p. 4to., [n.p., Janvery good condition.
$200 - 300
uary, 1964], a schedule for various meetings to be held in January,
948. JOHN YOUNG (b. 1930) American astronaut who walked on 1964, including those with students of the Moscow Aviation Unithe moon three times in the Apollo 16 mission; also the first man versity, and meetings at the Indian Embassy and Polytechnical Muto fly into space six times. Fine S.P. 10” x 8” color, a great shot of seum. Boldly signed at bottom by YURI GAGARIN, GHERMAN
Young walking on the moon next to the L.E.M., boldly signed in sil- TITOV, ANDRIAN NIKOLAYEV, VALENTINA TERESHKOVA, PAVEL
ver ink: “The Descartes Highlands John Young Apollo 16 CDR“. Fine POPOVICH, VALERI BYKOVSKY, ANATOLI FILIPCHENKO, and
$400 - 500
condition.
$300 - 400 DEMIN DEMIN. File holes at left, else fine.
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Authors, Artists & Composers
959. NOAH WEBSTER (1758 - 1843) American lexicographer and author.
Compiled the first American dictionary. Scarce A.L.S. “Noah Webster“, 1p.
4to., New Haven, May 14, 1838 to an unknown correspondent. Webster acknowledges receipt of his correspondent’s letter, noting that it is: “...the
first I have received from you. Please to accept of the respects of your obed.
Serv’t...“. Tiny chip in one corner, slight soiling, else very good. $500 - 600
960. EDGAR RICE BURROUGHS (1875 - 1950) American writer and the creator of Tarzan, thirty sequels to the original tale, as well as stories of life
on other planets. D.S., a check signed by Burroughs, Los Angeles, Oct. 7,
1929, in the amount of $11.01. Fine.
$150 - 200
961. TRUMAN CAPOTE (1924 - 1984) American author who pioneered the
genre of the “nonfiction novel” with his In Cold Blood. His book, Music for
Chameleons (New York: Random House, 1980). Hardcover in dust jacket
signed by Capote on the front blank flyleaf. Fine condition.
$75 - 100
962. ALEXANDRE DUMAS (PERE) (1802 - 1870) French novelist and playwright who penned the classics The Three Musketeers, The Count of Monte
Cristo and The Man in the Iron Mask. Brief A.N.S. 1p. oblong 12mo., [n.p.,
n.d.] in Italian asking that a man forward some theater tickets. Owner’s ink
stamp at lower left, else very good.
$75 - 100
963. ALEXANDRE DUMAS (PERE) (1824 - 1895) French novelist and playwright, the natural son of Alexandre Dumas pere. A.Q.S., [n.p., n.p.], 1p.
16mo., boldly signed. Fine.
$100 - 150
964. ROBERT FROST (1874-1963) American poet and four-time Pulitzer
Prize winner, his work was characterized by homey language and easy verse
forms, mainly concerning life in rural New England. Signed book, a review
copy of a limited edition of his play A Way Out: A One Act Play (New York:
Harbor Press, 1929), 20pp. sm. 8vo., string-bound, limited to 485 copies.
Boldly signed at conclusion of two-page introduction, fine.
$150 - 200
965. ROBERT FROST (1874-1963) American poet and four-time Pulitzer Prize
winner, his work was characterized by homey language and easy verse
forms, mainly concerning life in rural New England. His book, The Complete
Poems (New York: The Limited Editions Club, 1950) 2 vols, 4to. denim cloth
with gilt-lettered black morocco spine labels. Number 1461 of 1500, signed
on the limitation page by Frost together with illustrator THOMAS NASON
and book designer, BRUCE RODGER. Spine bears minor rubbing, pages clean
with some uncut, overall fine condition.
$500 - 700
966. ERLE STANLEY GARDNER(1889 - 1970) American mystery writer and
lawyer, one of the most prolific authors, writing over 80 detective novels featuring the courtroom lawyer Perry Mason. Bold, full signature on his imprinted autograph card. Fine.
$75 - 100
967. ERLE STANLEY GARDNER (1889 - 1970) American mystery writer and
lawyer, one of the most prolific authors, writing over 80 detective novels featuring the courtroom lawyer Perry Mason. Bold, full signature on his imprinted autograph card. Fine.
$75 - 100
“The Chambered Nautilus”
968. OLIVER WENDELL HOLMES (1809 - 1894) American man of letters; a
poet, novelist and doctor who wrote “The Poet at the Breakfast-Table” and
“Old Ironsides”. Fine A.Ms.S. 1p. oblong 8vo., Boston, Apr. 28, 1891, a fair
copy of the final stanza of his poem, “The Chambered Nautilus”. In part: “Build thee more stately mansion, O my soul, As the swift
seasons roll! Leave thy low-vaulted past! Let each new temple, nobler than the last, Shut thee from heaven with a dome more vast, till
thou at length art free, Leaving thine outgrown shell by life’s unresting sea!“. Light even toning, mounted to a larger sheet, else very
good to fine condition. Offered with Holmes’ personal bookplate and with a small portrait engraving, all mounted in a similar manner.
$200 - 300
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A signed copy of anecdotes on the Roman Empire which influenced Jonson’s work
...and likely read by Shakespeare as well
969. BEN JONSON (1572 - 1637) English playwright and poet best known for his satiric comedies. An immensely learned man with an
irascible and domineering personality, he was, next to his friend Shakespeare, the greatest dramatic genius of the English Renaissance.
English literature, and particularly the drama, had already entered its golden age when Ben Jonson began his career. Jonson’s special
contribution to this remarkably exuberant age was his strong sense of artistic form and control. Although an accomplished scholar, he
had an unusual appreciation of the colloquial speech habits of the unlettered, which he used with marked effect in many of his plays,
which included “Volpone, or the Fox”, “The Alchemist”, and “Bartholomew Fair”. Excessively rare signed book Valerii Maximi Dictorum
Factorum;que Memorabilium libri IX, published in Antwerp in 1574 by Christopher Plantin, small 8vo., rebound in full light green morocco
with gilt trim. This book originated from Jonson’s library and was signed by him “Su. Ben Jonsonii” at the bottom of the title page. The
title page bears two or three tiny stray scribbles and a 1/4” strip of paper was removed from the top of the page, which has been expertly
restored. There is some scattered underlining in the text, which previous owner autograph expert Kenneth Rendell attributes to Jonson.
The front pastedown bears a previous owner’s bookplate, the front flyleaf bears some old glue stains. Opposite the front flyleaf an
owner also pasted a ca. 1940 Maggs Bros. catalog listing of this book (price obliterated) which also notes that the volume is listed in
“Herford & Simpson’s ‘Ben Jonson’, under ‘Books in Jonson’s Library’, p. 267”. Also present is the original Kenneth W. Rendell descriptive
sheet sold with the book. Finally, there is a clipping from an article by book reviewer Paul W. Schmidtchen. The author points to this
book as having been quite influential in Jonson’s works. He notes that these “Nine Books of Memorable Deeds and Sayings” by Valerius
Maximus, compiled at about the time of Christ, loosely draw on Roman and Greek history to illustrate some human virtue or vice, and
also offered a first-hand look at the Roman Empire during the reign of Tiberius, a prime target of Renaissance writers. Jonson’s only two
tragedies (“Sejanus” and “Catiline”) were very likely influenced by what he learned from the anecdotes in this book. Schmidtchen further
speculates that since “Sejanus” was published before any of Shakespeare’s Roman dramas, it is entirely conceivable that the “The Bard”
himself may have used this book for reference during his early friendship and collaboration with Jonson. An important literary find.
$8,000 - 10,000
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970. RUDYARD KIPLING (1865 - 1936) English writer and Nobel
Prize winner. Among his works are The Jungle Book, Captains
Courageous and Kim. T.L.S. 1p. 4to., Burwash, Sep. 10, 1920 to W.
Brown. In part: “I am greatly indebted to you making a copy of the
little volume called “His Excellency” for me. If I had realized that you
meant to copy it, I should not have thought of asking you to undertake so big a piece of work...It is very kind of you to have taken all
this trouble and I very much appreciate it. I was interested in this
matter, because I had another letter about the book, but in that
case it was said to have been printed in Bombay by the ‘Times of
India Press’. I find no record of this story in my files and have no
remembrance of it...”. Kipling is referring to his work: “His Excellency”, published in 1895. Folds from mailing, else fine.
$150 - 200
971. JACK LONDON (1876 - 1916) American novelist and shortstory writer, author of The Call of the Wild, The Sea Wolf, and White
Fang. D.S., “Jack London”, filled out in his hand, Oakland, Ca., Jan.
19, 1905, in the amount of $7.35. Cancellation stamp touches “London”, else fine.
$100 - 150
972. JOHN STUART MILL (1806 - 1873) English economist and
philosopher, formed the Utilitarian Society and revolutionized logical thinking. He is also well remembered for his application of economic doctrines to social conditions. A.L.S. in the third person, 1p.
4 1/2” x 7”, in full: “Mr. Mill presents his compliments to Mr.
Cochrane & will thank him to send any of the accompanying list of
books, directed to him Rev. Thomas Dale; Woodhatch near Reigate”.
Affixed to larger sheet at left edge, else fine.
$300 - 400
973. MARTIN NIEMOLLER (1892 - 1984) German Protestant theologian who was imprisoned at Dachau for his outspoken anti-Nazi
views. He later became a passionate advocate of disarmament.
A.L.S., 1p. 4to, [Germany], Aug.8, 1979 to author Marlene
Maertens. In part: “You know that I for many years never have been
a friend of autobiographies, because they all leave the impression,
that the writer has felt an urge to justify in general his
behavior...Now I hear that you have written (or are writing) a story
of your life, and I want to tell you that this time I feel happy, because you have no self justification of this kind...”. Fine.
$150 - 200
974. GEORGE SANTAYANA (1863-1952) Philosopher, essayist,
poet, and novelist; best known for his oft-quoted “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it”. A.L.S. 2pp.
8vo., New York, Feb. 2, 1907, on letterhead of The Buckingham
hotel to Miss Levy, declining an invitation to speak, adding:
“...These trips to New York have proved very fatiguing, and I am
not myself; never shall I undertake such a peregrination again. Of
course, not being able to address your club, it would be an imposition to come to dinner and I must beg you to excuse me from both
engagements...I owe you most humble apologies...I really had no
idea what was being done, and it all seems to have been transacted
by magic...“. At the time, Santayana was a professor at Harvard.
Boldly penned and very good.
$200 - 300
975. (WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE) A set of three printed leaves from
the Third Folio edition of the Collected Works of William Shakespeare (1663/4) including a leaf from Henry IV, Part II (p. 379380), Henry VI, Part III (p. 797-498), and Richard II (p. 347-348).
The third folio is one of the earliest editions of Shakespeare’s
works, issued in 1663, published by .To the second impression of
the Third Folio (1664) he added seven plays, including and six others not now considered authentically Shakespearean. A rare edition,
as unsold copies were destroyed in the London fire of 1666. All
three leaves bear some very light toning, dampstains and other
minor wear, else very good to fine condition.
$300 - 500
976. ALEXANDER SOLZHENITSYN (b. 1918) Nobel Prize winning
Russian author of “The Gulag Archipelago”, “The Cancer Ward” and
other books detailng the Russian penal system which led to his
exile from Russia. Souvenir T.Ms.S., 1p. large 4to., [n.p., n.d.], the
first six paragraphs of his novel The Gulag Archipelago, boldly
signed at conclusion. Fine.
$200 - 300
977. HARRIET BEECHER STOWE (1811 - 1896) American novelist,
author of Uncle Tom’s Cabin which became an important factor in
solidifying sentiment in the North against slavery. A.L.S., 2pp., 6
1/2” x 8”, [n.p., n.d.], to her brother Henry Beecher Stowe, an ardent
abolitionist and clergyman, a letter of introduction. In part: “This is
to introduce to you our friend Mr. Leonard of the Free Church in
Andover, a good brother in the faith now in route on his Ministers
errands to Harpers Ferry. Mr. Leonard has cherished the love &
study of art as a recreation...I should like to have you show him
your collection & pictures...Ever lovingly your Sister, H.B. Stowe“.
An excellent letter from one abolitionist to another. Tape repairs at
folds. good.
$200 - 300
978. ALFRED TENNYSON (1809 - 1892) English Poet Laureate and
playwright. A.L.S. “A. Tennyson”, 1p. 8vo., Isle of Wight, July 15,
1867 to an unknown party, in part: “...I thank you for the honor you
intend me and I agree to your request...”. Light soiling and foxing,
else very good.
$200 - 300
979. WILLIAM MAKEPEACE THACKERARY (1811 - 1863) English
novelist and author of Vanity Fair, Henry Esmond, and Pendennis.
Scathing A.L.S., 1p., 12mo., [n.p., n.d.], in part: “...I am not as a
rule to take notice, even of such preposterous questions...Pray pardon me if I pain you, but your question is one with all terrible seen
word proclaim as absurd. So with to go on the stage, without any
previous experience!...they are clogging your path more than you
suppose. You would never be received as an actress - of that I am
worried.” To the point advice! Fine.
$200 - 300
980. WILLIAM MAKEPEACE THACKERARY (1811 - 1863) English
novelist and author of Vanity Fair, Henry Esmond, and Pendennis.
Clipped Sig., 1 3/4” x 3 3/4”, Buffalo, Dec. 29, 1855. Tape at top,
not affecting signature.
$75 - 100
981. (LEO TOLSTOY) ILYA TOLSTOY (1966 - 1933) third son of
Russian author Leo Tolstoy. He is best known for his book of memoirs about his father, Reminiscences of Tolstoy. A.L.S. 2pp. 4to.,
[Southbury, Conn., June 7, 1922] to Mr. E. W. . Bacharach in Kansas
City, thanking him “... for the check. It was a great relief and pleasure to know that you came out of your trouble victorious. I often
think of you and your business difficulties were worrying me. ... My
wife broke a little bone in her ankle and has a plaster bandage...
and I have to take core of her as a nurse. We are in our country
house which is small but beautiful. The nature is splendid and I feel
happy in my Indian like life, working in my garden, eating, sleeping
and trying not to think...“ Tape stains at corners affecting a few
words of text, else very good.
$100 - 150
982. AUTHORS A fine group of 34 T.L.S., A.L.S., and first day cover
format documents signed by authors, including RAY BRADBURY,
ANN RICE, DEAN KOONTZ, AHMAD N. SHABAZZ, VILHJALMAR
STEFHANSSON, ROBERT UNDERWOOD, SIDNEY HOWARD,
ROBERT BLACK, MAXWELL BURT, and many others. A fine group
that should be examined.
$150 - 200
983. AUTHORS A set of three pieces, including OLIVER WENDELL
HOLMES (18009-1894) L.S. 1p. 8vo., Beverly Farms, Sept. 3, 1889,
thanking a woman for sending birthday greetings; EDWARD EVERETT
HALE (1822-1909) A.Q.S. 1p. 8vo., Boston, June 3, 1888: ‘Look up and
not down; Look forward and not back; Look out and not in; Lend a
Hand“; and JAMES FENNIMORE COOPER (1789 - 1851) partly-printed
D.S. Cooperstown, Dec. 15, 1840[?], a check for $46. Stamp cancellation affects signature. Three pieces in overall very good condition.
$150 - 200
984. LITERARY AUTOGRAPHS Fine group of fourteen signatures
of noted literary figures, including: WILKIE COLLINS, ANTHONY
HOPE HAWKINS, W. SOMERSET MAUGHAM, WILLIAM CULLEN
BRYANT, JOHN G. WHITTIER, BRET HARTE, J. W. CABLE, LOUIS
UNTERMEYER (3), CHARLES KINGSLEY, and others. A fine group,
some with tape stains not affecting signatures, should be examined.
$100 - 150
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“Midshipmite” - the original of one of Phillips’ most popular illustrations
985. COLES PHILLIPS (1880 - 1927) American artist and illustrator. In 1907, Phillips met with J. A. Mitchell, the publisher of Life magazine, and was hired onto its staff. Phillips would be associated with the magazine throughout his life. The work of Phillips quickly became
popular with Life’s readers. In May 1908, he created a cover for the magazine that featured his first “fadeaway girl”: a figure whose
clothing matched, and disappeared into, the background. Phillips developed this idea in many subsequent covers. Phillips’ use of negative
space allowed the viewer to “fill-in” the image. Phillips also produced cover art for Good Housekeeping, and advertising images. His
works also appear in the 1921 and 1922 editions of the U. S. Naval Academy yearbook, Lucky Bag. An original Phillips watercolor, one
of his most famous images, “Midshipmite”, 20 1/2” x 27 1/2” (sight), framed. The image, known to every fan of Phillips’ work, depicts
a demure young lady wrapped in an oversized sailor’s great coat, offset by her pettite feet crossed at the bottom. Her figure is framed
by an inverted sea-green triangle in the background with two seagulls facing each other at top, signed “C. COLES PHILLIPS” at upperright. At lower-right is executed the seal of the U.S. Naval Academy, with the year of the publication of this image, “1912”. There is no
mistaking that this is an original painting, and not a lithograph or other reproduced image. This piece was discovered in the Phillips’
home in New Rochelle, New York where he died of tuberculosis at the age of 47. In 2010 our consignor, an art appraiser with fifty years’
experience, was asked to appraise and receive on consignment various Phillips works which were owned by an elderly lady who had
purchased Phillips home after his demise. Six original Phillips illustrations were consigned, along with three oil paintings by other artists
which we believe are portrayals of Phillips’ brother, sister and father. They are included in the lot, though in rough, damaged condition.
“Midshipmite” is in far better condition: is does bear some slightly uneven toning below and to the right of the lady’s neckline — we presume this is due to the effects of some exposure to sunlight and perhaps a competent art restorer could lessen this effect. Besides the
above, this image bears two tiny specks near the bottom but is in otherwise fine condition. With notarized letter of provenance from the
art appraiser, our consignor.
$30,000 - 40,000
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Wyeth reacts to his critics: “They made me contemptuous of my work, consequently I become
more or less demoralized...”
986. NEWELL CONVERS WYETH (1882 -1945) Renowned American illustrator and artist who created some of the most recognizable images of his
time, the father of painter Andrew Wyeth. Rare A.L.S. with superb content,
5pp. 4to., Chadds Ford, Mar. 4, 1909, to his first teacher and famed illustrator Eric Pape in Boston, in part: “...Let me say right from the beginning
that the afternoon spent in New York with you was, above all, stimulating.
When I left you I had courage, I had belief in myself. Your words of advice
were a revelation and rang with truth, the presented and entirely new and
invigorating outlook after the deadening pessimistic views taken by certain
painters with whom I have talked many times. After seeing you and thinking
it over, hard, I felt that my confidence, my enthusiasm had been blighted
by a rapid-fire onslaught made by men who have achieved a little and who
looked upon illustrations with a certain contempt. In short, they made me
contemptuous of my work, consequently I become more or less demoralized.
I do not refer to your praise for which I of course felt honored, but to your
healthy, invigorating advice to paint, to get to work and paint, paint, paint
- to study alone, to work with confidence, to paint things with all the sincerity
and truth that I possess. Also I have belief in your idea that teaching is helpful, that the exaction demanded by pupils would strengthen one’s knowledge
of construction. It was all good - it was like a breath of fresh air...I was obstinate at the moment, I am aware, but thank heaven I have always had
some of that blessed ability to be open to suggestion...I have in hand a letter
concerning a position to teach at Columbia University. I am to give a definite
statement within six weeks, so it is my purpose in this letter to find out just
how you and I stand. Their offer from the financial standpoint is indeed
good, which fact demands some notice, but with enough from you to give
me a comfortable living I would much rather make some sacrifice in order to come to terms. Your idea is for me to handle the morning
life class, the afternoon illustration and the evening class, two complete days a week...would you consent to allow me an illustration
composition class once a week...In this I feel I could give students a great deal that would help them in their figure work. Such works as
the above I look forward to with great pleasure and hopes...In figuring things
out as carefully as it is possible I believe that for $1500 we can live comfortably and I can paint to my heart’s content...”. Eric Pape (1870-1938) was a
renowned painter who taught illustration at his eponymous school in Boston
and counted Wyeth as one of his early and youngest pupils in 1901. He routinely produced illustrations for magazines such as Scribners, Cosmopolitan,
and The Century. By 1907, Wyeth’s illustrations were appearing in some of
the same publication as his mentor’s, such as The Century, Harper’s
Monthly, Ladies’ Home Journal and Saturday Evening Post. Furthermore, his
submissions for book illustrations were accepted, the first being for Treasure Island (1911). Indeed, Wyeth was now being lauded as one of the great
painters of the outdoor American life. In 1908, Pape offered Wyeth the job
mentioned in this letter, but despite the enthusiasm for the position Wyeth
evinces herein, he ultimately declined the post to concentrate on illustrating
books. Light toning and a couple of rusted paperclip impressions, else very
good condition.
$1,200 - 1,500
987. “LA LECON D’HISTOIRE” BY EMILE HEBERT Superb original cast
bronze “La Lecon d’Histoire” (“The History Lesson”) by French sculptor Emile
Hebert (1828-1893). The bronze, standing 12 1/2” tall and 10 1/2” wide including its integral base, depicts an aged Napoleonic soldier, one leg lost in
battle, with a young lad seated before him engrossed in the old man’s tales.
Before them is an open book and here Hebert makes a political statement:
the right side of the book shows France and is labeled so, but the old man
is pointing to the left side, which depicts, and is labeled, “Alsace-Lorraine”,
long fought over by Germany and France (in response to the restoration of
Napoleon, Alsace was occupied by foreign forces, including over 280,000
soldiers in Bas-Rhin alone). Additionally, the bottom of the bronze bears the
words “PASSE” and “AVENIR”, the “past” and “future” hopes of France and
bears Hebert’s signature. No foundry marks are clearly evident, though this
is not unusual. The base does bear a period plaque bearing the title of the
piece, artist’s name, and “Medaille d’Or au Salon”. Rich patina, nicely executed, a fine artistic (and political) piece. Requires third-party shipping.
Please see Terms and Conditions of Sale.#
$3,000 - 4,000
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988. ANDY WARHOL (1928 - 1987) American artist and the founder of pop art who gained
instant notoriety with his depictions of the Campbell soup can and Brillo boxes. His book
The Philosophy of Andy Warhol, (New York: Harcourt, Brace, Jovanovich, 1975), 239 pp. 8vo.
hard cover with dust jacket. First edition, inscribed and signed on the half-title page, with
one of Warhol’s simple sketches of a Campbell’s Soup can with the name “Campbell’s Soup“,
and the round logo. Signed in full beneath the image and dated June 17, 1977. few minor
tears to dust jacket, else very fine.
$500 - 700
989. DANIEL CHESTER FRENCH (1830 - 1931) American sculptor of the seated figure of
Abraham Lincoln at the Lincoln Memorial, and of “The Minute Man” at Concord. Good content
A.L.S. 2pp. 8vo., Glendale, Mass., [n.d., but docketed June 3, 1912], likely to the widow of
John Quincy Adams Ward apologizing for not crediting her in a book with which he had been
involved: “It sees as if, in everything one does, there is always some important thing overlooked and when I read your regret that your name was not linked with Mr. Ward’s in the
book, I felt as if we had indeed committed a grievous sin of omission. I have not yet seen the
book and I did not appreciate that we had failed to give you the place in it which should be
yours. Of course you know that this was not intentional. I am very sorry for it. I had to be in
Boston at the time the Sculptors Society had its meeting in hono9r of Mr. Ward, when this
book was distributed to the members and I suppose mine was kept for me, but I have not yet
received it...“ French began his artistic career in the studio of John Quincy Adams Ward (1830
- 1910) in the 1870s. Usual folds, else very good.
$200 - 300
990. CHIAM GROSS (1904 - 1991) American painter and sculptor of a style much similar to
that of Marc Chagall. Signed drawing entitled “The Healer“ on a oblong 8vo. sheet. Signed at
lower fright. Fine condition.
$75 - 100
991. JOAN MIRO (1893 - 1983) Spanish painter and perhaps the greatest of the Surrealist
painters, his works are most noted for the vivid colors and hallucinatory figures. Signed drawing, 4” x 7”, on thick paper stock, in tan
and yellow ink. A typical Miro abstraction, with a large bold signature, fine.
$100 - 150
992. JAMIE WYETH (b. 1946) American painter of still lifes and nature scenes, the son of Andrew Wyeth. A business envelope addressed
to the “Brandywine River Museum, Chadds Ford, PA,“, postmarked Chadds Ford, Dec. 24, 1971, and showing a winter scene by his
grandfather N. C. Wyeth at left. Boldly inscribed to Frank and signed at lower right. Very good.
$100 - 150
993. NEWELL CONVERS WYETH (1882 -1945) Renowned American illustrator and
artist who created some of the most recognizable images of his time, the father of
painter Andrew Wyeth. Fine and rare A.L.S. 2pp. 4to., Chadds Ford, [n.d. but ca.
1909], on his imprinted letterhead to his teacher and fellow artist Eric Pape, in part:
“...Extremely sorry at the turn of affairs. As sorry for disturbing any of your plans
as for losing any opportunities. The fact that this fall promises to add another member to the Wyeth household and the fact that four large decorations for a western
home I find will run into the winter makes it impossible to undertake that stupendous job of moving to Boston. The former matter is enough in itself...I earnestly
hope that you are not too badly inconvenienced and trust that I am not saying too
much by adding, that I hope the future will see satisfactory arrangements carried
out...“. Eric Pape (1870-1938) was a renowned painter who taught illustration at his
eponymous school in Boston and enjoyed Wyeth as one of his first pupils. He routinely produced illustrations for magazines such as Scribners, Cosmopolitan and
The Century. Later, Wyeth considered teaching at the Eric Pape School but ultimately
declined, perhaps for the very reasons outlined in this letter. Light toning to edges,
rusted paperclip impression at top left, overall very good condition.
$800 - 1,000
994. ARTISTS Group of four artists, including LEMAN CRASKE signed postcard
from Gloucester, LESTER G. HORNBY signed ink drawing of a ship in Gloucester,
GEORGE CRUIKSHANK ink drawing of a potted flower w/ notes, and JOHN J. ZILS
signed ink drawing of the Sears Tower in Chicago. A nice group. Should be examined. Fine.
$100 - 150
995. GEORGE BAKER (1915 – 1975) Creator of the popular comic strip, The Sad
Sack. A fine cartoon of “The Sad Sack”, 3” x 5”, signed by Baker. Fine. $100 - 150
996. SAD SACK Group of twelve “Sad Sack” cartoon working story boards, most
probably drawn by Fred Rhoads (1921-2000). Rhoads was an American cartoonist
best known for his contributions to George Baker’s Sad Sack, whom he worked with for more than 20 years. Set in the U.S. Army, Sad
Sack depicted an otherwise unnamed, lowly private experiencing some of the absurdities and humiliations of military life. Each story
board measures 11 1/2” x 17 3/4”, and features Sad Sack and other familiar characters. Fine.
$200 - 300
997. FRIZ FRELENG (1906 - 1995) American artist and animator, creator of “Bugs Bunny”, “Yosemite Sam”, and a host of other Warner
characters. Wonderful signed pencil drawing of the iconic character “Bugs Bunny”, executed on a 7” x 10 3/4” sheet of heavy stock
paper. Fine.
$150 - 200
998. THEODORE GEISEL (1904 - 1992) “Dr. Seuss”, author and illustrator of children’s books and creator of The Cat in the Hat. Two
first day covers signed “Dr. Seuss”, one with the “Cat in the Hat”, Dec. 1964, and the other with a small fish, Feb. 1979. Both in fine condition.
$300 - 400
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999. CHARLES M. SCHULZ (1922 - 2000) American cartoonist and
creator of Snoopy, Charlie Brown, and the rest of the Peanuts gang.
Signed first day cover, Oct. 1989, Washington, D.C. Schulz has drawn
the iconic figure “Lucy” and has signed the cover as well. $200 - 300
1007. CHARLES GOUNOD (1818 - 1893) French composer of operas which include Sapho and Romeo and Juliette. Gounod also
wrote the beautiful song Ave Maria. A.L. unsigned, 2pp. 8vo., [n.p.],
Mar. 14, 1874, a true copy of a letter received from his friend
Carpeaux, in French and not translated but concerning an acquain1000. MAURICE SENDAK (b. 1928) American author and illustrator
tance who is suffering from severe medical problems, namely “vioof children’s books, including Where the Wild Things Are. Signed
lent inflammation and cancer“. Mounting traces to left edge and on
book, the oversize volume titled E.T.S. Hoffman’s Nutcracker, with
verso, insignificant tape stains, very good.
$75 - 100
illustrations by Sendak (New York: Crown, 1984), first edition,
signed on the half title page. Within is Hoffman’s iconic tale, with 1008. OSCAR HAMMERSTEIN II (1895 - 1960) American lyricist
charming illustrations throughout. With original dustjacket that who composed for the classic shows Showboat, Oklahoma!, South
bears light marginal wear, overall very good.
$100 - 150 Pacific, and The King and I, to name a few. T.L.S. on his personal
letterhead, 1p. 8vo. , New York, Oct. 2, 1959, to Jack Prenner. In
1001. ALBERTO VARGAS Fine content A.L. (unsigned), 2pp. 4to.,
part: “...I am getting well very fast and I’ll be out of the hospital
Switzerland, [1978], to noted art dealer J. P. Nyffeler, whom Vargas
soon. It was kind of you to think of me all the way out there in Arihad not seen for several years. He updates his friend on personal
zona. I hope you are liking it and enjoying that wonderful climate...”
and business matters, in part: “...You must pardon my very hazy
Fine
. $100 - 150
memory...everything is cloudy and foggy in my mind; the more so
since I’ve lost my beloved wife ‘Anna Mae’, my first model since I 1009. PIETRO MASCAGNI (1863 - 1945) Italian composer and dilanded in New York (1915)...Oh what a stunning beauty she was...I rector of the La Scala, composer of the one-act opera Cavalleria
have been living enveloped in a cocoon of traumatic despair from rusticana. Brief A.N.S. in Italian penned on a postcard mailed on
which I am now just beginning to emerge, to perform a sacred duty, July 5, 1911 to his greatest and final love, in full: “To my dear and
that of honoring her memory by finishing some 200 pictures I con- great Rosina Lolli, in memory of the first performance of Isabeau
ceived of 40 years ago...I’ve taken notice of your efforts trying to in Beunos Aires”. Isabeau premiered in Buenos Aires on June 2,
find back numbers of Esquire and Playboy, etc. It is a mania that 1911 at the Columbus Theater, garnering a frenetic reception.
some unscrupulous people indulge in tearing the pages with my Handsomely matted with a portrait and image of the ad for Isabeau
own girls in them...even in public libraries! I feel flattered but not so that only the inscription is visible, housed within a carved gilt
$200 - 300
by that vandalism. How did you guess so accurately what my still frame. Fine condition, ideal for display.
steady hand, and still nimble imagination was cooking for this year?
1010. PIETRO MASCAGNI AND BENIAMINO GIGLI (1863 - 1945)
For the last 12 months I’ve been engaged in the monumental task
Italian composer and director of the La Scala, composer of the oneof gathering all that’s needed to construct the ‘Vargas’ story...“.
act opera Cavalleria rusticana. Signed sheet music, the first page
Light chipping and staining to bottom margin, written on a sheet
to his opera Iris published by Ricordi, boldly inscribed and signed
of notepaper torn from a notebook, very good condition.
at top in Italian to Peppo Hirsch, dated Roma, Dec. 14, 1903. Sold
$300 - 400
with a fine S.P. of BENIAMINO GIGLI (1890 - 1957) Italian operatic
1002. ART YOUNG (1866 - 1943) American political cartoonist and tenor and a member of the Metropolitan Opera Co. , 8” x 10” b/w,
social critic, a contributor to the Socialist paper The Masses. Superb showing the tenor in role in Oriental dress in Iris. Both pieces beauoriginal signed ink drawing, 11” x 14”, typical of Young’s biting po- tifully framed in gilt, ideal for display. Fine condition. $300 - 400
litical satire showing Herbert C. Hoover and Franklin Roosevelt as
1011. HANS RICHTER (1843 - 1916) German conductor who was
new army recruits, saluting “Capitalism“. Beneath, Young has
first to conduct his friend Wagner’s Ring des Nibelungen. Rare
penned the incisive caption in pencil: “Wanted: A strong man, who
A.L.S. 1p. 8vo., London, June 29, 1886, in English to Mr. Stevens,
knows how to obey his superior and understand Fascism. Good
in part: “...I am truly sorry to hear you are going to leave England
salary, four year job assured“. Signed at lower left and in very good
and that I therefore shall lose your help and cooperation in Birmcondition.
$150 - 200
ingham for the next Music Festival. I have no doubt that wherever
1003. CARTOONISTS Two first day covers signed by cartoonists, you go your talents and ability will secure you the position you so
including Walter Lantz, Jim Davis, Bill Hanna, Bob Kane, Joe Barbera, thoroughly deserve...“. At the time of this letter, Richter was the
Jerry Siegel, Bill Keane, and Charles Schulz with Snoopy. A fine principal conductor for the Birmingham Triennial Music Festival, a
group, that should be examined.
$100 - 150 post he held until 1909. Beautifully matted in love with a vintage
portrait and set into a fine gilt frame. Fine condition, ideal for display.
$300 - 400
1004. CARTOONISTS Group of eleven cartoons drawn and signed,
1012. HANS VON BULOW (1830 - 1894) Pianist and, as a conducincluded in the group are PHIL NIBBELINK signed drawing of a cat,
tor, became a piano pupil of Liszt, whose daughter Cosima he marMINTON CANIFF signed drawing, LEN DWORKINS signed drawing
ried, and was encouraged as a conductor by Wagner, who married
of a space ship, BOB KANE signed drawing of “Robin”, RANDY
Cosima after her divorce from her first husband. Scarce A.L.S. 2pp.
CARTER signed card, MATT GROENING S.P. of Homer Simpson
8vo., Bremen, Mar 25, [n.y.], in German, not translated but mencharacter, . A nice group that should be examined in person. Fine.
tioning his works and certainly worthy of translation. Lightly toned,
$200 - 300
very good condition. Handsomely matted in black velvet and set
1005. ILLUSTRATOR AUTOGRAPHS Group of signatures by noted into a carved gilt frame. A beautiful presentation, ideal for display.
$300 - 400
illustrators, including: NORMAN ROCKWELL, MAYNARD DIXON,
LEONARD BASKIN, DALE NICHOLS (small painting of a ship), EVERET
1013. CLASSICAL MUSIC SIGNATURES Group of S.P.’s of classical
GEE JACKSON (small drawing of a man under a tree). A fine group
musicians, including: ANDREA LUCCHESINI, RAGNA SCHIRMER,
that should be examined.
$100 - 200
JUSTUS FRANTZ, EDITH PEINEMANN, MSTISLAV ROSTROPOWITSCH, SIEGFRIED PALM, SOL GABETTA. A fine group that should
be examined.
$100 - 150
1006. LEONARD BERNSTEIN (1918-1992) American composer and
conductor whose works frequently reflected American themes. An 1014. GEORGE GERSHWIN (1898 - 1937) American composer and
LP of his acclaimed musical West Side Story, boldly inscribed and songwriter in collaboration with his brother Ira, his works include
signed on verso of jacket: “For Holly Lambro Best wishes Leonard Porgy and Bess, Rhapsody in Blue, and An American in Paris. Fine
Bernstein“. Some wear as expected, original record inside (not in- bold signature on a small slip taken from a check. A small stamp
spected), overall good.
$150 - 200 cancel lightly affects one letter, else fine. Matted with a block of
commemorative stamps and ready to frame.
$300 - 400
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A prop Sinatra insisted was on stage with him for every show of his last twelve years
...and used at his last performance!
1015. FRANK SINATRA’S PERSONAL STAGE PERFORMANCE STOOL One of the greatest Frank Sinatra personality items one could obtain, the iconic four-legged
black stool which he used at every concert at which he
performed world-wide from 1985, until his last performance in Palm Springs on February 25, 1995. The custom-made stool bears several coats of flat-black paint
and stands 31” tall overall and 14” x 14” at the base. It
bears a 12” diameter cushion with round black bead
trim, the cushion affixed to a circular piece of painted
chipboard with a ball-bearing swivel fitted out of view
so that the cushion can easily turn. The cushion bears
a 4” x 2” repair made with black tape to the top surface.
Fans of Sinatra (and film evidence) document the presence of the chair everywhere Sinatra publicly sang. As a
matter of fact, Sinatra performed with only two items
onstage: this stool and a microphone. The stool was
usually used in his more melancholy, barroom ballads,
or later, as Sinatra tired toward the end of a show. This
relic, comparable to Michael Jackson’s bejeweled glove,
comes with sterling provenance. Three original letters
of provenance accompany the lot. The first is signed by
Carmel Malin, a professional concert violinist who performed with Sinatra for over 35 years. She recalls the
chair: “...always being present, on stage, when Mr. Sinatra performed. He considered it part of his act...”. The
second letter is from Paul Malignaggi who is now Production Manager and Music Contractor for Frank Sinatra, Jr. and was Assistant Production Manager for Frank
Sinatra since 1985 until his retirement. Malignaggi was
with Sinatra on every one of his tours, domestic and international, and states that the stool “was used by him
at every show and concert...he would undertake for the
rest of his life.” He concludes: “I was present at Mr. Sinatra’s final concert performance (six songs) at Palm
Springs in February, 1995, and the stool was present at
that event as well. The stool bears a repair made to the
seat with black ‘gaffer’s’ tape - I made the repair myself
in the late 1980s...”. The third letter, the most significant, is from Henry Cattaneo, Sinatra’s production manager who also produced Sinatra’s last three albums. His
letter of provenance reads, in part: “...[the stool] was
made for Mr. Sinatra in the mid-1980s after he complained that his jacket would hang up on his old stool,
and he could not easily turn to face the orchestra or the
audience. This stool traveled with Mr. Sinatra to every
show where he performed. It was also with him, and
used by him, at his last commercial performance. Interestingly, Mr. Sinatra would always pick up and reposition this stool before every show, even if he moved it
only an inch!...”. Also present are two still photos from
recent Youtube videos of 1989 and 1993 Sinatra concerts clearly showing the stool. Finally, there is a CD
cassette case and descriptive insert from Sinatra’s 2009
album Frank Sinatra Live at the Meadowlands, the cover
showing Sinatra seated on this very stool. The insert is
signed by the album’s producer, Mr. Henry Cattaneo,
who wrote the letter of provenance above. All three letters of provenance were dictated and signed before a
representative of Alexander Autographs, Inc. at our offices and at the residence of Mr. Cattaneo. A great souvenir of “Ol’ Blue Eyes”!
$15,000 - 20,000
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The only film and sound from this concert - of exceptional quality!
1016. FRANK SINATRA FILM AND AUDIO MASTER FROM HIS 1992 PERFORMANCE AT THE CIRCLE STAR THEATER A one of a kind
Frank Sinatra performance film and audio recording, an original master 8mm. digital film of the great singer Sinatra performing at the
Circle Star Theater in San Mateo, Ca. on May 14, 1992. This video, filmed with Sinatra’s permission, was taken only a few feet from away
from the concert’s audio boards and perhaps only 15-20 feet from Sinatra himself, thus the images and soundtrack are excellent almost of professional quality. Later in life, Sinatra shows himself to still be among the best performers in the world. His voice is strong
and steady, he responds perfectly to his orchestration, and as always, his banter with the audience is warm and friendly. Sinatra’s set
list included many of his old standards.
Singing a total of 15 songs, he opens
with “Come Fly With Me”, followed by “In
the Still of the Night”, “You Make Me Feel
So Young”, “For Once In My Life”, “Come
Rain or Shine”, and “Under My Skin”. At
this point, a fan sneaks on stage, at
which point Sinatra angrily orders him
three times: “Get off the stage!”. Calming
down and taking a few verbal shots at the
intruder, he spots Eddie Fischer in the
crowd and introduces his fellow singer.
Sinatra then sings “My Heart Stood Still”,
“The Best is Yet to Come”, “Strangers in
the Night”, “What Now My Love”, “The
House I Live In”, “Mack the Knife“, “One
For My Baby”, and closes the show with
the two big crowd pleasers, “My Way” and
“New York, New York”. Twelve years ago,
the film was “burned” to a compact disc
(present) which we have viewed and
which shows no technical defects at all.
In fact, the close-up images and profiles
of Sinatra make one feel as though he
was sitting in the front row of the performance. The soundtrack, recorded at
the best spot in the theater, is excellent
and contains no mentionable defects at all. We also viewed the first ten minutes of the original recording, which also appears completely
intact and free of defects. Although the filmmaker had a few jittery spots here and there, any competent film editor could easily smoothen
out these spots. To our knowledge, this concert was never filmed nor recorded, making this audio-visual recording unique. Obtained
from a close associate of Sinatra’s entourage. This film is sold without any copyright privileges whatsoever: Sinatra’s likeness, still or
video, and all of his recordings reside with his estate. This film is a concert relic, sold for the non-profit private use and display by the
purchaser only.
$5,000 - 7,000
1017. ALLMAN BROTHERS UNUSED TICKET AND BACKSTAGE PASS GROUPING (3) Two rarely seen, unused passes from the Capitol
Theatre in Passaic, N.J. from July 17, 1971, with an unused ticket from Pirate’s World in Dania, Florida, for May 30, 1970. MT.
$300 - 400
1018. LOUIS ARMSTRONG (August 4, 1901 – July 6, 1971), nicknamed Satchmo or Pops, was an American jazz trumpeter and singer
from New Orleans, Louisiana. I.S.P., 8”x10”, n.d., “Louis Armstrong and his Orchestra Rockwell-O’Keefe Inc., Radio City” (New York), imprint on verso “Louis Armstrong Joe Glaser Personal MGR.” Signed “Best wishes To Station W.O.W. From Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong and
Louis Russell”. Louis Russell, seated at the piano, was a jazz pianist and bandleader. Armstrong stands at the center right holding a
trumpet. The inscription and signatures, being to a radio station, are in bold green ink. Light edge wear to photograph, else fine. Suitable
for framing.
$300 - 400
“I think it’s very white of you to be so kind...”
1019. LOUIS ARMSTRONG (1900 - 1971) “Satchmo”, American jazz musician and inventor of scat singing, remembered for his trumpet
excellence and raspy singing. Good content A.L.S. “Swiss Krissie Louis Armstrong Satchmo” twice, 1p. 4to., Stockholm, Jan. 19, 1954
accomplished on the verso of a flyer promoting his diet plan: “‘LOSE WEIGHT THE SATCHMO WAY’” to Lilliam Tookman, thanking her for
“...all those fine write ups, concerning my Decca Records Especially the Good Book, that I made with the great Cy Oliver, Beautiful write
ups. I think its very white of you to be so kind . I shall place them All in my scrap book. The finest (in fact) all of them will be read on my
Tape, then into my Scrap Book. Yass they will. Regards to my Man Milt, and the rest of the Decca Cats...” Tape stains at top, usual folds,
else very good condition.
$400 - 500
1020. LUCILLE BALL AND DESI ARNAZ Partly-printed D.S., Hollywood Ca., Nov. 14, 1955, a check made out to Lucille Ball Arnaz in the
amount of $500.00, boldly signed “Desi Arnaz”, as well as the signature of his Secretary-Treasurer. Endorsed by Lucy on the verso
“Lucille Ball Arnaz”. Cancellation punch does not affect signatures. Fine.
$150 - 200
1021. GENE AUTRY AND OTHERS (1907 - 1998) “The Singing Cowboy”, Autry appeared in over 80 westerns and wrote over 200 songs.
Fine early signed pamphlet of his work “Rhymes of the Range”, boldly inscribed on frontis portrait “To R. E. Bradford with Best O’ Luck
Gene Autry”. Along with SAMMY DAVIS, JR., bold pencil signature on the cover of a program of the musical comedy “Mr. Wonderful” ca.
1956, and HARRY LAUDER, fine vintage I.S.P. 7” x 9” sepia, a full-length printed shot of Lauder wearing a kilt, boldly inscribed and
signed at bottom. With original mount, very good. Three pieces.
$100 - 150
1022. LUCILLE BALL (1911-1989) American comedic actress and a star, with husband Desi Arnaz, in the classic series “I Love Lucy”.
S.P., 8” x 10”, n.d., b/w, signed “Love Lucy” in dark bold ink. Fine.
$200 - 300
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1023. BEATLES 1964 AUSTRALIAN TOUR PHOTOGRAPH In this photograph of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and
substitute drummer Jimmy Nicol, the group is seen as they greet four thousand assembled fans from a balcony at the South Australian
Hotel in Adelaide at 4:00 p.m. on June 13, 1964.The eight and a half minute appearance did include a brief greeting via microphone
from The Beatles to the throng of fans below. The 3.75” x 2.5” photograph, which has an adolescent’s handwritten description on the
back, has been trimmed slightly along the top and lower left-hand border and exhibits some creasing and light surface crazing.
$300 - 400
1024. BEATLES 1964 AUSTRALIAN TOUR PROGRAM This 36-page program was sold at all twenty concerts during the group’s twoweek tour of Australia in June 1964. The Beatles one and only tour of the “land down under,” which began in Adelaide on June 12th, was
interspersed with a week of concerts in New Zealand, before a June 30th finale in Brisbane. Inside the program are pictures and biographies of The Beatles and supporting acts, including Sounds Incorporated, Alan Field, Johnny Devlin, Johnny Chester and the Phantoms,
as well as lots of ads. In very fine condition.
$300 - 400
1025. INGRID BERGMAN (1915 - 1982) Leading American dramatic actress and star of “Casablanca” and “Joan of Arc”. S.P., 8” x 10”,
pictured with Rip Torn, who has also signed, in the 1961 film “24 Hours in a Woman’s Life”. A fine signed photograph.
$200 - 300
Camp stresses physical fitness for military aviators
1026. WALTER CAMP (1859 - 1925) American football coach
most influential in setting the rules for the game, including the
11-man team, gridiron field, signal calling, quarterback position, and so on. A fine pairing of items comparing the athletic
development of football players with those of wartime military
pilots. Included is a T.L.S. on his personal letterhead, 1p. 4to.,
New Haven, Nov. 8, 1917 to the secretary of the Aero Club in
New York. On the same day that Vladimir Lenin, having just toppled the Russian government, called for an armistice with the
Central Powers, Walter Camp offers his services for the war effort. In part: “...With the Russian news today this country is
brought to a realizing sense of the fact that we should make
physically fit every man from 18 to 50. War today is a matter
of physical fitness of men in the front and men behind the
lines...”. Some soiling, a chip at top and a staple hole. Also present is a T.Ms., 7pp. 4to., [n.p., n.d. but undoubtedly ca. 1917],
heavily corrected in Camp’s hand. The title, also in Camp’s
hand, is: “The Aviator, the Quarterback of War’s Gridiron”. In
this lengthy essay, Camp stresses that military aviators should
be trained in the same way as quarterbacks, and offers his reasoning. In art: “...the aviator is for the army or navy the eyes
and nerves of the team...we should look after his physical, mental and nervous condition...Every man in the army and navy
should be should be strong, enduring and supple...” Camp then
makes the point that while earthbound soldiers use their lower
extremities a great deal, pilots should use “setting up” exercises
to develop upper body strength. He continues: “...over-developed biceps, startling pectoral muscles, and...tremendously
muscled legs are a disadvantage...The real essential is, after
all, the engine...lungs, heart and trunk...”. Camp points out that
age differences should be considered, and makes eight suggestions on how a nationwide program could be instituted. He concludes: “...we have found that it was what was under the ribs
rather than what lay over them which was of value...the greater
team of ours which is now going upon war’s gridiron...I can prepare twenty five leaders, one for each camp...”. Great content,
and in fine condition.
$500 - 700
1027. VINCE CARTER (b. 1977) American professional basketball player, currently with the Phoenix Suns. Signed New Jersey Nets jersey.
Carter played guard for the Nets from 2004-2009. He has signed the size 52 Adidas away game jersey on the “one” on the back. An excellent signed official NBA jersey.
$200 - 300
1028. JAMES J. CORBETT (1866 - 1933) “Gentleman Jim”, American heavyweight boxing champion, knocked out John L. Sullivan after
21 rounds to win the world’s championship. I.S.P., 6 1/4” x 8”, Mar. 7/25. Early signed photo of Corbett, inscribed and signed to “My
friend Arthur Cohn with best regards from Jim Corbett Mar. 7 / 25”. The image has been torn, but repaired with acid free tape. There
is some loss at the lower left corner as well. Inscription and signature are bold and dark.
$200 - 300
1029. JAMES J. CORBETT (1866 - 1933) “Gentleman Jim”, American heavyweight boxing champion, knocked out John L. Sullivan after
21 rounds to win the world’s championship. I.S.P., 7 12” x 9 3/4”, Feb. 3, 1928. Boxing legend “Gentleman” Jim Corbett inscribes and
signs a photo to “My dear friend Maylor Stone with warmest regards Jim Corbett Feb. 3 / 28”. The image has creases that affect signature,
and some loss at the top edge. Still a scarce signed image.
$300 - 400
1030. MARION DAVIES (1897 - 1961) American actress best remembered for her comic roles, and whose relationship with William Randolph Hearst was immortalized in Orson Welles’ classic Citizen Kane. I.S.P., 7 3/4” x 10” b/w inscribed: “To Dorothy Duston-Booth with
best wishes from Marion Davies”. Metro Goldwyn Mayer imprint. Pin holes at corners, else fine.
$100 - 200
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1031. MILES DAVIS (1926-1991) American jazz musician, considered one of the greatest jazz trumpeters and a cultural icon. Terrific original ink drawing on a white 12 1/2”
x 18” (sight) sheet, an abstract of what appears to be a few profiles, a female figure, a
guitar fret...a tough call. Fine condition, double-matted and framed. From the Mark
Mitchell Collection of African Americana. Davis was almost as well known for his art as
he was for his music.
$750 - 1,000
1032. DIVINE’S DRESS, RING
AND MORE! HARRIS GLENN
MILSTEAD
(1945
-1988)
Noted cross-dressing actor
who appeared in numerous
John Waters films including
Multiple Maniacs, Pink Flamingos, and Hairspray. A great
grouping of items from the
outlandish actor, the first a
bright pink sequined dress, a
large size of course, with a
scooped neckline and long
sleeves. With a letter from
makeup artist Van Smith, in
part: “I...worked for John Waters for thirty years as his costume & make-up artist. Designed all of Divine’s costumes...I traveled with him
throughout Europe...with this letter...given to Robert White...1 sequin red
dress...”. Additionally, the dress comes with a COA from Norma’s Jeans, citing
the dress and a signed photograph [not included]. The dress displays some loss
of sequins, a worn spot with a hole, and other signs of wear. Along with a truly
tacky costume ring with huge faceted faux stones, also accompanied by a COA
from Norma’s Jeans. Finally, the lot includes a fabulous signed poster of the
star in costume in the play The Neon Woman by Tom Eyen, 20” x 36”, signed at
left: “To Mel Love Divine“. Simply framed, simply Divine! A fun group of three
pieces from a truly irreverent star.
$400 - 600
1033. KIRK DOUGLAS (b. 1916) Cleft-chinned, steely-eyed and virile star of international cinema who rose from being “the ragman’s son” of Russian-Jewish
ancestry to become a bona fide superstar. Superb vintage I.S.P. 8” x 10” b/w, a
great studio portrait, boldly signed and fine.
$100 - 150
1034. DUKE ELLINGTON (1899 - 1974) American band leader and composer of such hits as “Mood Indigo”, “Ko Ko” and “Sophisticated
Lady“. D.S. 4pp. 4to., New York, May 18, 1964, a publishing agreement with Tempo Music, Inc. for his song, “La Scala, She too Pretty to
be Blue” Fine condition.
$200 - 300
1035. DUKE ELLINGTON (1899 - 1974) American band leader and composer of such hits as “Mood Indigo”, “Ko Ko” and “Sophisticated
Lady“. Signed album “Such Sweet Thunder”, Columbia Record album CL 1033, 1957, signed on the verso by Ellington in black ink. Recto
is scuffed, verso shows some light marginal wear, else very good. Record not present.
$100 - 150
1036. DOUGLAS FAIRBANKS, SR. (1883 - 1939) American film star, the greatest of the swashbuckling screen heroes who was also a
founder of United Artists. S.P. 5” x 8” sepia portrait of Fairbanks in profile, boldly signed in the bottom margin. Creases, some marginal
wear and light soiling, else very good.
$100 - 150
1037. LORNE FERGUSON (1930 - 2008) professional ice hockey left winger who played 422 games in the NHL, for the Boston Bruins, Detroit
Red Wings, and Chicago Black Hawks. D.S. partly filled-out and signed twice by Ferguson, 1p. 4to., [n.p.], Aug. 13, 1946, Ferguson’s first
commitment to pro hockey in which the 16 year-old signs an option agreement with the “Tulsa Hockey Club” in return for a $100 payment.
He would play junior hockey with the Guelph Biltmores for two more years, then turned pro with the Tulsa Oilersin 1949. Fine. $75 - 100
1038. MARVIN GAYE (1939 - 1984) Popular Black-American singer, remembered for his songs “I Heard It Through the Grapevine” and
“The Ecology Song” (“Mercy, mercy me”), killed by his father during a family dispute. His signature with inscription on the verso of a
postcard for the “New Ocean Forest Hotel-Motel, Myrtle Beach, S.C.“ writing “To Betty, Best Wishes ‘Love you Marvin Gaye“ Very good
condition.
$100 - 150
From the 1939 World’s Fair School of Baseball
1039. (LOU GEHRIG) (1903 - 1941) Baseball Hall of Famer and certainly one of the greatest players of all time. His 2,130 consecutive
games played remained unbeaten for over fifty years. A rare D.S. SIGNED BY HIS WIFE “Lou Gehrig“ 1p. on a 4 1/2” x 2 3/4” card, [New
York, c. Aug. 1939], a “Laurel Card“ issued by the New York World’s Fair Academy of Sport to Myron Morris of Richmond Hill, L.I. who
“attended class in SCHOOL OF BASEBALL“ and proxy signed for Gehrig as “Instructor of the Day.” These souvenir cards were presented
to each student who attended the daily sports clinics sponsored by the Academy of Sport at the 1939 World’s Fair. Led by 200 leading
sports figures who volunteered their time, these clinics offered youngsters instruction on the finer points of the great American pastime.
Card bears light soiling to recto with mounting remnants on verso, else very good to fine condition.
$400 - 500
1040. (CARY GRANT) (1904 - 1986) English actor who often played the suave gentleman in light comedies. Photograph, not signed, ca. 1931, James
Marqis Connelly, Chicago photographers imprint, 9 7/8” x 13”. Exceptional large photograph of “Archie Leach”, later known as Cary Grant. In 1931
Grant was performing on stage at the “Muny” in St. Louis. One of the plays he performed in was “Wonderful Night”. The photographer has signed the
image, and in a secretarial hand it reads “Archie Leach “Our Wonderful Night”. A rare image of one of the most iconic movie figures, fine. 200 - 300
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Selling his rights to “Talking Sailor”
1041. WOODY GUTHRIE (1912 - 1967) American song writer and musician, ,
considered the “Father of American Folk music”, best known for his masterpiece, “This Land Is Your Land”. Typed D.S. signed at conclusion, again in the
text, and once more in the text in block letters, 4pp. 4to., [3520 Mermaid,
Ave., Coney Island, Brooklyn, NY, n.d., ca. 1945], a document in which Guthrie
signs over the rights to his song “Talking Sailor” to People’s Songs, Inc. People’s Songs was an organization and label formed by Guthrie in 1945 to distribute American folk music. “Talking Sailor” was written by Guthrie based on
his 1943 experiences working in the Merchant Marine with Cisco Houston.
Some light toning, boldly signed, very good.
$750 - 1,000
1042. WOODY GUTHRIE (1912 - 1967) American song writer and musician, ,
considered the “Father of American Folk music”, best known for his masterpiece, “This Land Is Your Land”. Typed D.S. signed at conclusion, again in the
text, and twice more in the text in block letters, 4pp. 4to., [3520 Mermaid,
Ave., Coney Island, Brooklyn, NY, [n.d., ca. 1945], a document in which Guthrie
signs over the rights to his song “Dust Pneumonia Blues” to People’s Songs,
Inc. People’s Songs was an organization and label formed by Guthrie in 1945
to distribute American folk music. This song was written for Guthrie’s album
Dust Bowl Ballads and was written as a parody of yodeling country musician
Jimmie Rodgers. Some light toning, boldly signed, very good. $750 - 1,000
1043. OLIVER HARDY (1892 - 1957) Rotund film star, the hapless partner of Stan Laurel in dozens of comedies. I.S.P. 5” x 7” b/w, inscribed: “To Sara Kempler yours Oliver Hardy”. Hardy has added “S.P.S.” below his signature. Very good.
$200 - 300
1044. WILLIAM S. HART (1872 - 1946) American actor and a hero of the silent westerns, including “Gunfighter” and “Wild Bill Hickok”.
Excellent vintage I.S.P. 8” x 10” sepia, a great close-up in character showing Hart glaring at the camera with pistol in hand. Nicely signed,
with part of his last name in a darker area, otherwise fine.
$150 - 200
1045. DOROTHY HEYWARD (b. 1890) American author and wife of DuBose Heyward with whom she co-wrote Porgy. D.S., New York,
N.Y., Nov. 9, 1948, a check in the amount of $57.00, boldy signed “Dorothy K. Heyward”. Cancellation punch barely touches the “D”.
Fine.
$200 - 300
1046. GRACE KELLY (1929 - 1982) Beautiful American actress who gave up her film career to marry Prince Rainier of Monaco in 1956.
Partly printed D.S. “Grace de Monaco” 1p. oblong 4to., Monaco, May 12, 1968, in French, a certificate of participation for the MonteCarlo Flower Festival issued to Mme. Eileen Harvey Scott. Very fine. Offered with a candid, 9 1/2” x 7” b/w photograph of Kelly greeting
well wishers at the event, including Edward Windsor (formerly Edward VIII). Together, two pieces.
150 - 200
1047. CORKY LAING Mountain drummer and songwriter Corky Laing has hand-printed lyrics to “For Yasgur’s Farm” from Mountain’s
1970 album, “Mountain Climbing.” An excerpt: “Who am I but you and the sun, A slight reflection of everyone, Was it me who let you
walk away, Were you the one, or is it we’re the same?.....A crystal passing reflected in our eyes, Eclipsing all the jealousy and lies...Look
at me, I believe it’s true, You’re a part of me, I’m a part of you.” Executed in black ballpoint pen, the bottom of the 8.5” x 11” sheet is
signed “Corky Laing LA 09”, adding a sketch of a house and sun with two smiley faces along the left margin.
$200 - 300
1048. STAN LAUREL (1890 - 1965) American film comedian who starred in dozens of Hal Roach films as the skinny sidekick of his
partner Oliver Hardy. I.S.P., 7 3/4” x 9 3/4”, a vintage photograph inscribed: “To Sara Kempler with very best wishes Stan Laurel 1928”.
An early signed image of this iconic comedian, fine.
$200 - 300
1049. CANADA LEE (1907-1952) Scarce signed playbill program “On Whitman Avenue”, ca. 1940’s, signed on front cover. Lee was the
first African American to portray a white character on the American stage. He became a champion of civil rights causes in the 1930’s
and 1940’s, and was blacklisted in the McCarthy era in the 1950’s. He died shortly before he was scheduled to appear before the House
Un-American Activities Committee. Fine.
$100 - 150
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1050. WALTER “BUCK” LEONARD (1907-1997) First baseman in the Negro League, elected to the HOF in 1972. Fine S.P. 8” x 10” (sight),
a reproduction of a vintage image showing Leonard at bat, boldly signed in blue marker at bottom left. Matted and framed in a wood,
fine condition.
$75 - 100
1050A. MAMA LEONE’S AUTOGRAPH WALL In 1906 Enrico Caruso talked Luisa Leone’s
into opening a restaurant in her family’s dining room on West 34th. St. Caruso brought
so many friends the first night that the other patrons were forced to sit on wine crates.
Soon Mama Leone’s was situated at 239 W. 48th St. in the heart of New York’s theatre
district and became a mainstay among New York celebrities counting among its patrons,
Will Rodgers, W. C. Fields, Elizabeth Taylor (who was denied admission to the dining
room in 1960 for wearing slacks!), Liberace, Joe Namath, Harry Truman, Dwight Eisenhower and many others. The signatures on the screen include, MARLON BRANDO, IMOGENE COCA, MICHAEL REDGRAVE, GERTRUDE VANDERBILT, CHARLTON HESTON,
LEONORE ULRIC, DIANA BARRYMORE, MICHAEL O’SHEP, PEGGY HANSEN, PHILIP HUSTON, CHESTER STRATTON, GEORGE E. KELLY, GEORGE CONDEN, SIDNEY BLACKMAN,
JAY BRENNAN, GILBERT BURKE, CARL HOWARD, JACK NICHOLSON [?], GLENN ANDERS, PEE WEINGARTEN, GEORE CANDER, WILLIAM ARCHIBALD, HILTON EDWARDS,
CLARIE LUCE, HAZEL DAWN, GEORGE HAY, THOMAS PALMER, JOHN ARCHER, MAITLAND SMITH, OLGA BACHMAN [?], WALTER REED, DANA MILLER, ANN DELAFIELD,
GLENN HUNTER, GRACE HARTMAN, TOMMY WONDER, CHARLES NOLTE, ED LOWENTHAL, CHRISTOPHER PLUMMER, RICHARD WARING, FLORENCE REED, BETTY FIELD,
PETA WARNER, IRENE RICH, JACK BOLTON, FLORA ROBSEON, MARY ORR, NORMAN
MACDONALD, ELEANOR ASTOR, PHILIP GORDON, COLLETTE FRANCIS, ALBERT
HERTER, MONTGOMERY CLIFT, HELEN LEE RAINS, DU PREE HOFFMAN, FRANK E. BAXTER, VALERIE PETERS, THOMAS F. MEANEY and many more. From the collection of
Robert E. White (1921 - 2009), former editor and publisher of the Oxford Press (Oxford,
Ohio) and a long-time theatrical reviewer. The screen itself bears the expected soiling,
with one panel bearing a crack at the top, else very good condition.
$700-900
1051. JOE LOUIS (1914-1981) “The Brown Bomber”, American heavyweight champion who defended his title 25 times, winning all bouts.
S.P., 7 1/4” x 9”, Pomptom Lakes, N.J., 1938 showing Louis working out with welterweight Henry Armstrong. Louis allowed Armstrong
to train with him for his upcoming welterweight championship fight with Barney Ross, who had not lost a fight in ten years. On May
31,1938, for 15 rounds, Armstrong mercilessly pounded Ross from corner to corner, but the champion would not go down. In the late
rounds, ringsiders were shouting for the one-sided massacre to be stopped. Even Ross’s own cornermen begged Barney to let them
throw in the towel. But the champion would have none of it. Defiant to the end, he knew as well as anyone why it was crucial he finish
on his feet. In the end Armstrong won his second world title by unanimous decision. A rare boxing image.
$300 - 400
1052. MICKEY MANTLE (1931-1995) Yankee Hall
of Famer who hit 536 home runs and was a Triple
Crown winner and three-time M.V.P. A superb pair
of signed photos, the first 20 1/2” x 7 1/2”, the
second 24” x 7 3/8”, both b/w, the photos (more
recent copies) showing the Baxter Springs teams
of 1947 and 1948 with the future Yankees star
near the center of each image. Mantle boldly
signed each photograph in blue sharpie in later
years. Both photos are in very fine condition, and
are matted and framed with a third photo of Mantle
on the bench and a brass descriptive plaque. On
the verso is attached a 1988 letter from Barnett to
our consignor who had Mantle sign these images
at a private signing. A terrific display piece! At the
age of 16, Mantle played with a local semi-pro
team, the Baxter Springs Whiz Kids, owned by local
businessman Barney Barnett. Although players usually were considered for the team only after turning
age 18, Mickey easily fit in with the older players,
becoming one of the best players in the area. The
following year Yankees’ scout Tom Greenwade
came to Baxter Springs and saw Mantle hit two
homers, one righty and one lefty, into a river well past the ballpark’s fences. Greenwade wanted to sign Mickey on the spot but, upon
finding out that he was only sixteen and still in high school, told him he would come back to sign him with the Yankees on his graduation
day in 1949...and did so the following year.
$1,000 - 1,500
1053. DEAN MARTIN AND JERRY LEWIS Martin and Lewis were an American comedy team, comprising singer Dean Martin (as the
“straight man”) and comedian Jerry Lewis as the comedic “foil”. The pair first met in 1945; their debut as a duo occurred at Atlantic
City’s 500 Club on July 24/25, 1946. I.S.P, n.p., n.d., ca. 1950’s, 8” x 10”, matted to an overall size of 11” x 13”. Martin has signed “Get
well quick Marion Sincerely, Dean Martin”. Lewis has added “Same goes for me Jerry Lewis”. Small corner chip at bottom left, couple of
light creases, else good.
$200 - 300
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A rare contract with First Artists - founded by McQueen, Poitier, Newman and Streisand
1054. STEVE MCQUEEN (1930 - 1980) American actor and star of many action films including “Bullitt” and “Papillon”. Rare endorsed
check “Steve McQueen”, Universal City, May 20, 1976 in which McQueen’s First Artists Production Company pays McQueen and his Solar
Productions, Inc. the princely sum of $75,750.00. Boldly endorsed on verso in black felt top pen. In 1969, Barbra Streisand joined forces
with Paul Newman and Sidney Poitier to form a production company called “First Artists.” Steve McQueen joined the venture in 1971,
followed subsequently by Dustin Hoffman in 1976. Approximately two dozen films and television shows were produced by First Artists,
including Newman’s “The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean” and McQueen’s “The Getaway.”
$1,000 - 1,500
1055. TOM MIX (1880 - 1940) American actor who appeared in “Wild West” shows and starred in over 100 silent films. Signed album
page, 2 3/4” x 4 1/4”. Very good.
$75 - 100
1056. “SCOTTY MOORE & FRIENDS LIVE IN LONDON” DOCUMENTARY MASTER VIDEO AND AUDIO TAPES, 1999 WINFIELD SCOTT
“SCOTTY” MOORE (b. 1931) American guitarist, best known for his backing of Elvis Presley in the first part of his career, between 1954
and the beginning of Elvis’ Hollywood years. He was ranked forty-fourth in Rolling Stone magazine’s list of 100 Greatest Guitarists of
All Time. Scotty Moore has had an eventful retirement. After forming the foundation of rock & roll with his signature guitar riffs on Elvis
Presley’s historic Sun Records sides in 1954 and 1955, Moore subsequently influenced five decades of guitarists; Keith Richards, Eric
Clapton, George Harrison, Jeff Beck, to name but a few. The quiet and unassuming
guitarist left performing and the public eye in 1968. Twenty-four years would
pass before he would pick up his instrument of choice again. The 1990’s bought
a renewed interest in recording and performing to Moore, who was encouraged
by the likes of Carl Perkins, the Rolling Stones, among others. Scotty Moore was
inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2000 It was on July 13, 1999 that
Moore arrived at London’s Air Studios as a special guest of Sir George Martin and
Gibson Musical Instruments for an event held in his honor, the unveiling of the
limited edition Scotty Moore Gibson ES295 guitar. A private concert followed in
which Moore and his band was joined by a variety of special guest performers
that included former Elvis band mate, drummer D. J. Fontana, Jack Bruce (Cream)
and guitar virtuosos Alvin Lee (Ten Years After), Steve Howe (Yes), Gary Moore
(Thin Lizzy), and Phil Manzanera (Roxy Music.) The small, invited audience was
treated to a rousing set that included: Mystery Train, That’s All Right/Blue Moon
of Kentucky, My Baby Left Me, Trying To Get To You, Heartbreak Hotel, Jailhouse
Rock, Rip It Up/Blue Suede Shoes (Alvin Lee on vocals and guitar), I Got A Woman
(Steve Howe), Hound Dog and Lawdy Miss Clawdy (Jack Bruce on bass), Don’t Be
Cruel and One Night (Jack Bruce on bass and Gary Moore on guitar), Milk Cow
Boogie (Gary Moore on guitar), Baby Let’s Play House, Money Honey and Mystery
Train (Phil Manzanera on guitar). Additional footage includes the Gibson guitar
presentation, interviews and conversation with Scotty Moore, D.J. Fontana, Sir
George Martin, Jimmy Page, Jeff Beck, and Jack Bruce. A bonus video track features Money Honey with Jan Akkerman of Focus from Amsterdam on Dec. 19,
1999. The documentary was recorded by noted studio engineer Rupert Coulson
on 2-inch, 24-track analog master tapes. Each tape includes the multi-track
recordings of all the songs performed. These tapes may be used to mix customized versions of the songs. Four of the audio tracks have been mixed. Digital
transfers of the entire program include separate tracks for digital mixing. All film
footage was shot with five cameras (three Beta SP, DVCAM and PAL format
DVCAM. These include rehearsals, second takes, the entire performance, and interviews, plus all the material used in the finished film. Also included is a DVD
film master of the edited performance, DVCAM master of the edited performance,
CD master of the audio portion of the performance with four tracks digitally mastered and rough mixes of remaining tracks. While no rights can be sold with this
package of historical master material, a list of contacts for future licensing clearances will be provided, should the buyer choose to
pursue a commercial release. Also included is a 16 x 22” poster for Moore’s Spring 1999 concert tour of the U.K.
$3,000 - 4,000
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Moore’s first film contract with Hal Roach
1057. DICKIE MOORE (b. 1925) American child actor, a regular in the Our Gang series
during the 1932–1933 season. Moore is also remembered for his portrayal of the title
character in the 1933 adaptation of Oliver Twist and as Marlene Dietrich’s son in Blonde
Venus. He is also famous for giving Shirley Temple her first onscreen kiss. Important
typed D.S. “Dickie Moore”, 12pp. legal folio, [Los Angeles], Apr. 8, 1932, what likely is
Moore’s first contract with Hal Roach Studios, Inc. to perform in the series of “Our Gang”
shorts which would make Moore famous for decades to come. The fairly simple contract
stipulates that Moore, six years old at the time, would be paid $250 per week over the
five year term of his employment, that Roach would be free to contract-out his services,
could use his image and voice for promotional purposes, etc. The contract is also signed
by Moore’s parents and Hal Roach Studios vice President Henry Ginsberg. Also present
is an unexecuted modification to the contract. Paper clip stain to first page, else very
good to fine.
$800 - 1,200
1058. WILLIE MOSCONI (1913 - 1993) American billiards champion and trick-shot specialist, considered one of the greatest to ever play the game. Mosconi ran a record 526
balls during an exhibition, set a record for highest run in a single game, 127 balls, and
his high grand tournament average of 18.34 balls remains unbeaten. A neat Mosconi
item, an official size and weight number “14” pool ball boldly signed in full by Mosconi
in gold sharpie. Signature very slightly brushed affecting “ill”, else very good. From the
Goldberg sale of Mosconi’s personal effects consigned by his widow, Flora Mosconi,
April, 2005.
$75 - 100
1059. WIZARD OF OZ MUNCHKINS A nice 22” x 34” reproduction of the poster for the Wizard of Oz signed by nine of the original
“munchkins,” most of whom are now deceased including: NELS NELSON, BETTY TANNER, LEWIS CROFT, JERRY MAREN, KARL SLOVER,
MICKEY CARROLL, MEINHARDT RAABE, MARGARET PELLEGRINI and CLARENCE SWENSON. Fine condition.
$100 - 150
1060. PAUL NEWMAN (1925 - 2008) American actor and film director, Academy Award winner (1986). Partly-printed D.S. “Paul Newman’,
4ppp. legal folio, [Los Angeles, 1971], an agreement between Newman and his fledgling First Artists Production Company in which Newman agrees to pay the producer and distributor one-third of the net profits from the film “Pocket Change”, with a host of related clauses
included. Boldly signed at conclusion. In 1969, Newman joined forces with Barbra Streisand Sidney Poitier to form a production company
called “First Artists.” Steve McQueen joined the venture in 1971, followed subsequently by Dustin Hoffman in 1976. Approximately two
dozen films and television shows were produced by First Artists, including Newman’s “The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean” and McQueen’s “The Getaway.”
$200 - 300
1061. PAUL NEWMAN (1925 - 2008) American actor and film director, Academy Award winner (1986). Partly-printed D.S. “Paul Newman’,
4ppp. legal folio, [Los Angeles], Aug. 2, 1971, an agreement between Newman and his fledgling First Artists Production Company in
which Newman agrees to pay the producer and distributor one-third of the net profits from the film “Pocket Change”, with a host of related clauses included. Boldly signed at conclusion. In 1969, Newman joined forces with Barbra Streisand Sidney Poitier to form a production company called “First Artists.” Steve McQueen joined the venture in 1971, followed subsequently by Dustin Hoffman in 1976.
Approximately two dozen films and television shows were produced by First Artists, including Newman’s “The Life and Times of Judge
Roy Bean” and McQueen’s “The Getaway.”
$200 - 300
1062. ASTA NIELSEN (118-1972) I.S.P., 7’’ x 9”, Berlin, Jan 1927. Silent film star actress. Was one of the most popular leading ladies of
the 1910’s, and one of the first international film stars. Fine.
$75 - 100
1063. 1932 OLYMPIANS A group of over 35 signatures of international athletes participating in the 1932 Olympic Games, executed on
small album sheets with some bearing several signatures on the same page, includes: JOHNNY WEISSMULLER, HELEN MADISON, CONRAD CALDWELL, DOROTHY POYNTON, HAROLD DUTCH SMITH, BILL GRABER, MICKEY RILEY, GEORGIA COLEMAN and numerous
others not identified by us. Overall very good condition, worthy of viewing.
$150 - 200
1064. OUR GANG JACKIE COOPER (1922 - 2011) A.L.S. 1p. oblong 12mo., [n.p.] Jan. 3, 1954 in green ink answering a piece of fan mail
writing that “Mrs. Cooper and I do not send Christmas Cards year, but rather personally write holiday notes of well wishing...“. Fine. Offered together with a rare Our Gang Crayon Book (Baltimore: Roebuck, 1937). One page colored in, pages brittle and disbound with
marginal tears and minor losses, else good condition. Together, two pieces.
$100 - 150
1065. LILLI PALMER (1914-1986) I.S.P., 6” x 8”, n.d., n.p. Nice signed photograph of the German actress and two time Golden Globe
nominee. Together with an unsigned photograph of herself and her husband Rex Harrison. Fine.
$75 - 100
1066. GENE PITNEY AUSTRALIAN TOUR PROGRAMS, SIGNED (2) Pitney’s latest hit, “Looking Through The Eyes Of Love,” was climbing
the Australian singles chart when he headlined “The Big Show” in October 1965. In blue ballpoint pen, Pitney has signed his full-page
photos in both of the 16-page programs: “Best Wishes, Gene Pitney” and “To Rick, Best Always, Gene Pitney.” The 2002 Rock & Roll Hall
of Fame inductee passed away in 2006 from heart disease The program is also signed by support acts The Bachelors, Twinkle, and Mike
Preston.
$150 - 200
1067. JOE SEWELL (1898-1990) American baseball legend, and infielder who played with the Cleveland Indians and New York Yankees.
Fine S.P. 8” x 10” (sight), a reprint of a vintage sepia image Sewell in head and shoulders wearing Yankees uniform, boldly signed in
blue marker at bottom. Tastefully framed in cream mat and wood frame, fine.
$100 - 150
1068. LYNRD SKYNRD CONCERT COLLECTION (7) Comprising: 1) County Fair Antioch, Ca., 2/8/74, handbill, 5.5” x 8.5”, NRMT., 2)
Wings Stadium, Kalamazoo, MI. Oct. 29, 1977, handbill, 5.5” x 8.5’, NRMT., 3) 1977 UK program, 24-pgs., EX., 4) Kenworth Fair Aug.
21, 1976 with Rolling Stones, Hot Tuna & others, 28-pg. program, VG., 5) UK tour ‘76 program, 16-pgs., EX., 6) Aug., 1977 tour itinerary,
7-pgs., with hotel, rental car, promoter contacts, creased, and 7) Civic Ctr. Salem, VA., Mar. 23, 1975 ticket stub glued into scrapbook
page with newspaper ad.
$200 - 300
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1069. RINGO STARR (b. 1940) nee Richard Starkey, drummer for The Beatles.
This original red label, first pressing of The Beatles debut single on Parlophone
Records, “Love Me Do” b/w “P.S. I Love You” has been nicely signed on the “Love
Me Do” side by Ringo Starr in black ballpoint pen. Starr had been a member of
The Beatles for three weeks when this version of “Love Me Do” was recorded on
Sep. 4, 1962. Released on Oct. 5th, the song ultimately peaked at #17 on the
British singles chart during the last week of December. The group’s next single,
“From Me To You,” began a two-year streak of eleven straight #1 singles in the
U.K. According to the LOA from Beatles autograph expert Frank Caiazzo, Ringo
signed this single soon after the October release. The signature side is in fine condition, the verso shows glue remnants and label tears from being previously matted and framed.
$500 - 700
1070. SHIRLEY TEMPLE (b. 1928) Child film star of the Thirties who sang and
danced with Bill “Bojangles” Robinson in many films and became a national sensation. Early I.S.P., ca. 1930’s, 8” x 10”, signed with her printed childhood signature, “To Mrs. Glen, Love Shirley Temple”. Mounted to a slightly larger else fine.
$400 - 500
1071. THREE STOOGES Two negatives of the Three Stooges, one featuring the original trio of Moe, Larry, and Curly, ca. 1930’s, the
second negative showing Moe, Larry and Shemp, ca. late 1940’s. Shemp joined after the death of Curly. Each negative measures 8” x
10”, and is in excellent condtion.
$100 - 150
1072. RUDOLPH VALENTINO (1895 - 1926) American silent film star of legendary
status, a romantic leading man and star of The Sheik. Fine vintage I.S.P. 7 1/2” x 9
1/2” sepia, a stunning head and shoulders portrait of the young star. Inscribed in
blue fountain ink at bottom right in Italian to Paolo Gasperro. In period mat and
frame. Some small areas of ink may have adhered to the glass in areas, not examined out of frame. Very good overall, and a wonderful piece for display. $700 - 900
1073. FATS WALLER 1938 CONCERT POSTER The prolific composer who blended
jazz and comedic banter with his mastery of the stride piano style, left a body of
work that includes two staples of the great American songbook, “Ain’t Misbehavin’”
and “Honeysuckle Rose;” both songs earning entry into the Grammy Hall of Fame
forty years after he succumbed to complications from pneumonia in 1943 at the
age of 39. Also wildly popular in Europe and Great Britain, this poster advertises
the “Master of Swing.....First Personal Appearance Of The World’s Greatest Rhythm
Pianist Direct from London Palladium Triumph” at the Empire Theatre, Finsbury
Park, London, on August 29, 1938. The supporting cast included the American harmony trio, The Three Peters Sisters, a comedy cartoonist, comedy, unicycle jugglers,
a ventriloquist and trapeze artists. Waller concert posters are rarely seen! This 10”
x 30” paper poster exhibits scattered stains, age-toning and machine-folds.
$200 - 300
1074. JOHNNY WEISSMULLER (1904-1984) American actor and Olympic swimming
champion, remembered for his portrayal of Tarzan in many films. S.P., 3 1/2” x 5
1/2”, Weissmuller has signed in blue ink adding “Tarzan”, his most famous movie
character. On the verso is a printed Weismuller biography listing all his swimming
records and movie accomplishments. Fine.
$300 - 400
1075. TED WILLIAMS (1918-2002) was an American professional baseball player
and manager. He played his entire 21-year Major League Baseball career as the left
fielder for the Boston Red Sox, and the last player to hit .400 in a single season. Signed 3” x 5” card with his image affixed to the left
side. Bold signature, fine.
$100 - 150
1076. ACTORS A fine lot of 13 photos signed by prominent actors of the past and present, in various formats but 8” x 10” in large part,
includes: JOHN GIELGUD, HELEN HAYES, JANE FONDA, RODDY MCDOWELL, SYBIL THORNDIKE, BRIAN AHERNE, JANE COWL (2),
WALTER CONNOLLY and PHILIP MERIVALE. With an 8” x 10” printed image signed by MARLENE DIETRICH, a 3 1/2” x 5 1/2” photo
signed by JOHN GIELGUD, a newspaper clipping signed by MAE WEST as well as a FDC signed by director FRANK CAPRA. Overall very
good condition, should be viewed. Fourteen pieces.
$500 - 600
1077. VINTAGE BASEBALL CAPS A nice lot of 11 ca. 1960s vintage baseball caps (not signed), size 6-7, includes Boston Red Sox,
Oakland A’s, Chicago Cubs, Philadelphia Phillies, St. Louis Cardinals, Pittsburgh Pirates, Los Angeles Dodgers, and more. Condition
varies, as some examples exhibit moth holes, cracked inner linings, or incomplete team logo, but overall very good. From the estate of
baseball executive Frank Slocum.
$500 - 600
1078. BOXING LEGENDS Group of four S.P.’s of boxing legends, including: MAX SCHMELING S.P., SUGAR RAY LEONARD I.S.P, TONY
ZALE I.S.P., and JAKE LAMOTTA S.P. All in fine condition. Should be examined.
$100 - 200
1079. ENTERTAINMENT AND SPORTS COLLECTION Group of sports and entertainment items, including a CHEVY CHASE signed birthday cap, TED WILLIAMS S.P., ELIA KAZAN signed book, JOE E. BROWN signed playbill, DALE EARNHARDT, SR. signed newspaper, TOM
JONES I.S.P., JOHNNY UNITAS I.S.P., LESTER MADDOX signed record album, BOB HOPE signed book, SOPHIE TUCKER I.S.P., ROCKY
GRAZIANO signed book, TIGER WOODS signed golf ball. Collection should be examined.
$200 - 300
1080. FIGURE SKATING Nice group of S.P.’s of Olympic skaters, including Nancy Kerrigan, Victor Petrenko, Brian Orser, Anissina and
Peizerat, Scott, Hamilton, Liz Manley, and others. A great group that should be examined.
$75 - 100
1081. 19TH CENTURY BOXING TINTYPE Sixth plate tintype of two 19th century pugilists. In the background are two other gentleman,
one pouring the other a drink. Some emulsion loss at the top left corner, else fine.
$75 - 100
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Notables & the Notorious!
1082. JOHN WESLEY HARDIN (1853 - 1895) Western frontier
gunman said to have gunned down over thirty men, including
several sheriffs along the Chisholm Trail. Finally captured by
Texas Rangers, he was sentenced to twenty-five years in prison
and spent much of his time learning law and managing the
prison Sunday school. However, shortly after his release, he returned to his old ways, holding up a Faro game and soon thereafter was shot in the back of the head by gunslinger John Selman.
A.N.S., “J.W. Hardin“, 1p. 16mo., Gonzales, [ca. 1894], instructions to the post office: “If not delivered in 10 days return to J.W.
Hardin att at law, Gonzales, Texas“. The note is matted against
fine ivory canvas and is presented in a 20 1/2” x 29” frame with
several plates of biographical information and a printed photograph of Hardin. Slight separations around edges not affecting
text or signature. Very good.
$4,000 - 5,000
1083. (THE WIVES OF FRANK AND JESSE JAMES) Rare photograph picturing the wive of outlaws Frank and Jesse James, a 3” circular image (cut from
a larger photo), mounted to a 4 1/2” x 4 1/4” backing. The photo depicts
Frank’s wife ANNIE RALSTON JAMES at left in profile, with Jesse’s wife ZERELADA MIMMS JAMES at right glancing to her left. Very good condition. Ex:
Jesse Edward James, displayed at the James Family Farm. Zerelda James
(1845-1900) was engaged to Jesse for nine years while the James-Younger
Gang was in full swing. She and her children were in the adjoining kitchen
when Jesse was gunned down, and she suffered from depression for the
rest of her life, never re-marrying. Annie James (1843-1915) earned a college degree and survived her husband Frank.
$1,000 - 1,500
1084. JESSE JAMES FAMILY POST MORTEM PHOTO WITH FAMILY ATTESTATION Cartede-visite photograph, 2 1/2” x 4”, a post mortem view of Jesse James showing the outlaw
from the waist, up, his hands before him. The photo bears James’ name, and place and date
of his death in the plate at bottom. The photo is accompanied by a typed letter signed by
James’ son JESSE E. JAMES (1875-1951), James’ only surviving son, and his wife STELLA F.
JAMES. The April 18, 1950 letter reads, in part: “...I, the undersigned...son of Jesse Woodson
James, hereby state and affirm that the photos of my father, in the possession of one Carl
W. Breihan, Lemay, Mo., are genuine, and are those of my father...”. Breihan was a well-recognized author of histories and biographies of the Missouri outlaws.
$1,000 - 1,500
1085. SETH BULLOCK (1847 - 1919) Western lawman, sheriff of Deadwood, S.D., who
cleaned-up the boisterous town, undertook the first legal hanging in Montana, arrested
Wild Bill Hickock’s killer, and was a lifelong friend of Theodore Roosevelt. D.S., partly
printed stock certificate, 4 1/2” x 7 3/4”, ca. 1880’s, signed as president, for shares in
the Tornado Consolidated Gold and Silver Mining and Milling Co. Heavy ink cancellation
strokes cover signature, which remains legible, else fine.
$150 - 200
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1085A. FRANK CANTON (1849 - 1927) Born “Joe
Horner”, Canton was a frontier bank robber-turnedlawman and the top enforcer of the Wyoming Stock
Grower’s Association. Later, Canton became Sheriff of
Johnson County and was used by the cattlemen to wipe
out settlers during the “Johnson County War”. Finally, his
nerves wrecked, Canton served as a Deputy U.S. Marshall under Judge Isaac Parker before going to Alaska to
tame the “gold town” of Dawson. Fine D.S. “F. M. Canton“
as Deputy U.S. Marshal, filled-out and signed by Canton
at bottom, 1p. 12mo., “Territory of Oklahoma“, Apr. 3,
1895, Canton’s certification that he had furnished Indian
prisoner “Apa-she-ah“ with food and lodging during his
transportation to face criminal charges. Tinypinhole in
blank left margin, overall near fine.
$700 - 900
1086. PAT GARRETT (1850 - 1908) American frontier lawman who
tracked down and killed Billy the Kid, he later organized the Pat Garrett
Rangers to put down cattle rustling in the Texas Panhandle. His scarce
signature, “Pat, F.Garrett“ on a small slip, adding “El. Paso Texas“ below.
A few light spots not detracting from signature, else fine condition. Matted and framed with a portrait and descriptive plaque.
$700 - 900
1087. “JESSE JAMES - THE BANDIT KING” Terrific full-page newspaper advertisement taken from the New York Clipper, Oct. 14 [n.y.], advertising the play “Jesse
James - The Bandit King”. along with a public display of two horses once owned by
James, Roan Charger” and “Bay Raider”. The ad has great come-ons and popular
appeal: “FALSE PROPHETS REBUKED! CROAKERS DISMAYED! VICTORY! VICTORY!
VICTORY! ...CAL FOR AN EXTRA POLICE FORCE ON THE OPENING NIGHT!...CAUTION
TO PLAY THIEVES AND LITERARY PIRATES...” The ad also bears the texts of various
attestations and sworn statements, including those of Charles and Robert Ford,
that the horses presented belonged to James and were in his stable at the time of
James’ murder. A very appealing display piece, in very good condition.
$500 - 700
1087A. JOSEPH H. ROBERSON (d. 1888) Wells Fargo officer. Roberson witnessed
the departure of the first Pony Express rider from St. Joseph, Missouri, and was involved in its brief operation. A.L.S. 2pp. 4to., Salt Lake City, July 25, 1865 to Paul
Coburn, a stage line operator. In part: “...two suspicious persons were there
[Sulpher Springs] the day before. [Alexander] Benham said that while at Sulpher a
man (who used to be employed somewhere on the line...came to him and asked if
any inquiries had been made...The fellow said he had just come from Virginia City
- had been mining there - got in a dispute withhis partner and had killed him - said
he had rode his
horse 300 miles and didn’t know
but they were after him...Pretty soon an older man came to Benham, and
went through the same conversation...travelling with a large train...The
police and everybody here are on the look out, and every suspicious person is watched...”. Very good.
$150 - 200
1088. JOHN H. SELMAN (1839 - 1896) Western lawman and gunman, an
acquaintance Bat Masterson, Doc Holliday, Wyatt Earp and Pat Garrett
whose varied career with “Selman’s Scouts” included cattle rustling, robbery, and outright murder. Selman later became Constable in El Paso,
and killed John Wesley Hardin in a dispute over money. Selman himself
was killed by a fellow lawman during a similar dispute. Rare D.S. “John
Selman“ as Constable in El Paso County, Texas, 1p. oblong 4to., El Paso,
July 7, 1894, an “Officer’s Return“ indicating that Selman had executed
a subpoena upon one F. L. Gomez. Tape repair to verso, else very good.
Three months earlier, on April 5, 1894, Selman killed a former Texas
Ranger named Bass during a drunken brawl in a brothel called Tillie
Howards’. He was not arrested for the shooting, which was ruled justified. A year later, Selman would murder “reformed” outlaw John Wesley
Hardin.
$600-800
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1089. THE BLACK HILLS DAILY TIMES - PUBLISHED IN DEADWOOD Black Hills Daily Times, Deadwood, Dakota, Nov. 27, 1886, 4pp.
Bold graphic issue with great advertising, including the “Star and Bullock” Hardware Company. Seth Bullock, one of the owners, had
been a U.S. Marshall and the first Sheriff of Deadwood. When appointed sheriff, one of Bullock’s first duties was to confront Dodge City
Deputy Marshal Wyatt Earp, who was possibly interested in the sheriff’s job. Bullock told Earp that his services were not needed. A week
later Earp left Deadwood to return to Dodge City. There is also excellent content pertaining to the Sioux reservation getting help for the
upcoming winter, and a “Double Shooting” in which an innocent bystander gets shot . A fine copy of this classic paper.
$200 - 300
1090. SUSAN B. ANTHONY (1820 - 1906) American reformer active in suffrage, temperance and abolitionist movements instrumental
in obtaining women the right to vote. Excellent content A.Q.S., on both sides of a 2 1/4” x 3 3/4” card, March 2, (18)82. Recto reads
“Perfect equality of rights for Women; civil and political Susan B. Anthony Rochester N.Y.” The verso reads “Spending this year 1882 at
Tenafly, New Jersey, at work on the history of women suffrage. S.B.A.” At this time Anthony was most probably working on the monumental book “History of Woman Suffrage” with fellow suffragette Elizabeth Cady Stanton, who owned a home in Tenafly. Light rub on
the word “Jersey”, else fine.
$750 - 1,000
1091. GEORGE BAKER (FATHER DIVINE) (1877 - 1965) American religious leader and founder of the Peace Mission movement, a communal religious society. T.L.S. “Rev. M. J. Divine” 1p. 4to. on his official letterhead, Philadelphia, Feb. 25, 1943 to Mr. John Ball of New
York responding to his request of an autograph, adding: “...If giving MY signature would benefit anyone, I would do so willingly, but as
it is given: ‘Written not with ink, but with the Spirit of the living God; not in tables of stone but in the freshly tables of the heart.’ this I
would that you might be as this leaves ME, as I AM Well, Healthy, Joyful, Peaceful, Lively, Loving, Successful, Prosperous and Happy in
Sprint, Body and Mind and in every organ, muscle, sinew, joint, limb, vein and bone and even in every atom fibre and cell of MY Bodily
Form...” Light creases, else fine.
$200 - 300
1092. CLARA BARTON (1821 - 1912) American nurse who tended the wounded in the Civil War and later founded the American Red
Cross. A.L.S. 1p. 8vo., Glen Echo, Oct. 10, 1904, to Mr. Wells mentioning that his two letters had arrived safely and that Barton was
awaiting the arrival of Dr. Underhill. She adds: “I have no fear for you. You will never go adrift with Mrs. Reed for a sheet-anchor...“. Very
good. .
$200 - 300
1093. CLARENCE DARROW (1857 - 1938) American lawyer who defended Eugene Debs, Leopold and Loeb, and John T. Scopes in the
infamous “Monkey Trial”. T.L.S. as on his letterhead, 1p. 4to., [n.p.], Mar. 3, 1929, to Helen M. Bramble, in part: “...I don’t know if you
need to go out of your way to publish my letter. Do just as you please about it...“. Boldly signed, rusted paper clip impression at top left,
overall very good.
$250 - 350
1094. CLARENCE DARROW (1857 - 1938) American lawyer who defended Eugene Debs, Leopold and Loeb, and John T. Scopes in the
infamous “Monkey Trial”. Large signature on 3 1/2” x 6” slip of note paper. Punch holes at top edge, not affecting signature. Fine.#$200
1095. JOHN PIERPONT MORGAN (1837 - 1913) American banker and financier who founded J.P. Morgan & Co., reorganized American
railroads and founded U.S. Steel. Manuscript L.S. “J. Pierpont Morgan“, 1p. 4to. New York, May 13, 1901[?] to Gilbert L. Wilson in Albany
asking, “May I trouble you to inform me what steps I shall need to take in the 300 shares of your company“. Faded due to bleaching,
usual folds, else very good. Estimated accordingly.
$200 - 300
1096. JOHN PAUL I (1912 - 1978) Pope elected Supreme Pontiff on the second day of the conclave, died only 33 days after assuming
the role. Excessively rare signature as a seminary student: “. Albini Luciani“ written on the excised title page of the famous Italian drama
Tragedie di Vittorio Alfieri, required reading for seminarians. Some foxing and light soiling, else very good. With a large official Vatican
color photo of the Pope walking in a garden.
#$300 - 400
1097. JOHN PAUL II (1920 - 2005) Polish Pope and the first non-Italian to be elevated to the papacy in 455 years. Rare signed book, The Official Catholic Directory Anno Domini 1993 ([New York]: P. J. Kennedy & Sons, [1992]) 1885pp.
plus advertisements, 4to. bound in gilt titled boards and spine with gold paint
on the page fore-edges. Pope John Paul II signs his name on the full title page,
“Joannes Pauls II“ in this very rare edition: each year the publisher, P.J. Kennedy,
would print two special white bound editions of the directory with the papal seal.
The two special editions would be forwarded to the Vatican where one was presented to the Pope and the other signed and returned to the publisher. We are
unsure how long this tradition lasted, especially considering the pontiff’s ill
health late in his life. Given as a gift to the consignor by the book’s publisher.
Offered together with a photo of Pope John Paul II signing the present copy. Extremely fine condition.
$1,000 - 1,500
1098. PIUS XII (1939 - 1958) Pope who maintained neutrality in World War II,
opposed Catholic collaboration with the Communists and maintained traditional
Catholic social doctrine. Fine vintage S.P. 6” x 10” b/w, showing the Pope in side
profile, mounted. Signed as Cardinal on mount at lower-right: “E. Card. Pacelli“.
Simply framed, fine condition.
$300-400
1099. PIUS X (1835 - 1914) Pope and saint greatly involved in social issues, particularly concerning the poor, revised the ecclesiastical laws, canonized in 1954.
Fine D.S. “Pius PP X“ as Pope, 9” x 12 1/2”, [Rome, n.d.], an apostolic benediction
in French given unto a family, bearing a fine 4“ x 6” photo of the Pope at center,
boldly signed at bottom. Very light toning to upper-left of mount, else fine.
$300 - 400
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1100. PIUS XI AMBROGIO DAMIANI ACHILLE RATI (1857 - 1939), Pope (1922-1939), signed the Laternan Treaty with Mussolini in 1929
establishing Vatican City, later denounced anti-Semitism, Communism and Nazism in encyclicals. Extraordinarily attractive hand-painted
and calligraphied D.S. “Pius PP XI“ as Pope, 1p. 18” x 26”, Vatican City, July 3, 1931, a papal blessing rendered unto one Dr. Jon Carry
of St. Patrick’s Church in Lowell, Mass. At center is a hand-colored portrait of the Pope, and blind-embossed seal at bottom. Photograph
is detached a bit, requiring re-affixing to document, else very good condition.
$400 - 500
1102. MOTHER TERESA (1910 - 1997) Yugoslav Catholic nun called the “Saint of the Gutters” for her work with the poor of Calcutta.
Signed first day cover honoring the United Nations, May 4, 1979, signed in blue sharpie “God bless you M. Teresa“. Fine
$150 - 200
1103. MOTHER TERESA (1910 - 1997) Yugoslav Catholic nun called the “Saint of the Gutters” for her work with the poor of Calcutta.
T.N.S., 3 1/2” x 6 1/4”, Missionaries of Charity, Calcutta, Nov. 1993, thanking an admirer, in part: “Thank you very much for your
prayers and good wishes for me. Health or sickness - all are God’s Gift’s...”. Fine
$200 - 300
1104. SAMUEL WEBBER (1759 - 1810) American clergyman and a president of Harvard, he served in the commission that drew the
boundaries between the new United States and the surrounding British provinces, later recognized by the Treaty of Paris. Very rare A.L.S.
with holograph address leaf, 1p. 8vo., Byfield, June 23, 1786 to Josiah Little, in part: “...I received a line by your son in which you invite
me to supply the Pulpit in the fourth Parish of Newbury the four next Sabbaths...I wish you would do the favour to inform me where I
shall put up, while in the Parish, as it is probable I shall not go till Lord’s day morning...“. Very good.
$100 - 150
1105. PRE-WORLD WAR I JERUSALEM HEBREW SCHOOL Pre-World War I D.S., 1p. 4to., Jerusalem, ca. 1855-57, in Hebrew, a contract
or agreement issued by the “Talmud-Thora-Schule und ‘Etz-Chajim’ Hochschule”. Bottom bears a stamp of Ashkenazi Rabbi Samuel
Salant. Chips cost some text at right, some tears, else good. With mat.
$200 - 300
1105A. 19TH CENTURY SEDER PLATE Nineteenth century European Seder plate, “pot metal”, 19” diameter, 3 1/2” tall, bearing an engraved floral pattern throughout the center with a Hebrew inscription about the edge. The fluted base has been soldered to the plate.
Deformed a bit over the years, and of course worthy of preservation.
$200 - 300
1106. “SEVEN DIALS” LONDON MURDER BROADSIDE In the early nineteenth century, much of the news of England’s murders and executions was brought to the masses through penny and half-penny broadsides. These papers were published by a number of printers
in the Seven Dials neighborhood of London (presently Cambridge Circus). This broadside, 15” x 19 1/2, describes the crime, confession,
and execution of Joseph Brooks. Its headline screams: “TRIAL, SENTENCE And EXECUCTION OF JOSEPH BROOKS , At Newgate, for the
Murder of Policeman W. Davey, at Acton”. Beneath the title is a large engraving showing Brooks’ body suspended at a gallows, a minister
at his side, as a large crowd looks on before his and from windows in surrounding buildings. The text first graphically describes the execution, in some ways evoking pity for the condemned. It then describes his crime, in which the policeman was killed as he answered
his door. Brooks was convicted at his trial, and confessed after the conviction. The text closes with a melodramatic poem written as if
it were composed by Brooks. Some chips at the top margin, else very good.
$200 - 300
1107. MUG SHOTS OF ATTICA PRISON RIOTERS Lot of fifteen mug shots of alleged participants in the notorious Attica Prison riot,
each image 4 3/4” x 3 “, unmounted, with the prisoner bearing a placard showing his prisoner number and the date of the photo. All of
the photos date between October and the first week of November, 1971, while an investigation of the riot by the N.Y Organized Crime
Task Force was underway. The faces of these men run the gamut, from arrogance to defiance to indifference, they are white and black,
young and old. All are in fine condition. The Attica Prison riot occurred at the Attica Correctional Facility in Attica, N.Y. on Aug. 21,
1971. The riot was based in part upon prisoners’ demands for better living conditions, and partly in reaction to the death of prisoner
George Jackson, a black radical activist who had been shot to death by corrections officers at San Quentin Prison a month earlier. About
1,000 of the Attica’s approximately 2,200 inmates rebelled and seized control of the prison, taking 33 staff hostage. During the following
four days of negotiations, authorities agreed to 28 of the prisoners’ demands, but would not agree to complete amnesty for the prison
takeover or for the removal of Attica’s superintendent. On the order of Gov. Nelson Rockefeller, state police took back control of the
prison. When the uprising was over, at least 39 people were dead, including ten correctional officers and civilian employees. Within four
years of the riot, 62 inmates had been charged in 42 indictments with 1,289 separate counts. Inmates and families of inmates killed in
the prison retaking sued the State of New York for civil rights violations during and after the retaking of Attica.After27 years in the
courts, the state agreed to pay $12 million to settle the case.
$400 - 600
1108. BONNIE AND CLYDE GANG CAPTURED AMMUNITION BONNIE PARKER AND CLYDE BARROW (d. 1934) American outlaw lovers,
robbers and murderers who terrorized the Southwest for two years before meeting their end in a hail of bullets at a Louisiana roadside
ambush. An outstanding find, a .38 lead bullet in brass casing which was seized from the gang in a police raid in Dallas County, Texas
in 1933. The rounds is “live”, and should be handled accordingly. This fine relic was recovered from the attic of the former home of
Dallas Co. Chief Criminal Deputy Allan L. Sweatt (d. 1971), where it had been “lost” for over thirty years. Sweatt’s father was Dep. Millard
E. Sweatt who pursued the Barrow Gang under the direction of Dallas Co. Sheriff R. A. Schmid. The bullets passed to Sweatt’s son, Allan,
and were rediscovered in the attic by a retired Massachusetts police officer who in turn sold them to our consignor. A trove of other Barrow Gang items were found with this ammunition, including additional ammunition of other calibers, two hand guns, and Sweatt’s personal photographic file with images of the gang members, given to Sweatt for identification purposes. Intensive investigation and
in-depth interviews with Sweatt Family members confirm that these bullets were seized from the Barrow Gang, and the lot is accompanied
by photographic images of Sweatt’s identification cards, and our letter of provenance indicating that the bullets had been obtained directly by our consignor from Sweatt family. Finer Bonnie and Clyde relics of this caliber would be nearly impossible to find!$400 - 600
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Ted Bundy goes to court. His treatment is
“cruel and unusual”
1109. THEODORE “TED” BUNDY (1946 - 1989) American serial killer who left up to 28 women
dead across the states of Washington, Utah, Colorado, and finally Florida where he was convicted of double murder in the notorious “Chi Omega” sorority murders. Despite having twice
escaped jail, Bundy was finally unable to escape conviction and the Florida electric chair. A.D.S.
“Theodore Robert Bundy” three times, 6pp. on canary legal paper, [prison, ca. June, 1979], a
motion made by Bundy during his murder trial in which he notoriously represented himself.
Bundy makes a “Motion to Improve Conditions of Confinement and Motion for Continuance”,
citing the withholding of assistance of legal counsel, affliction of cruel and unusual punishment, lack of access to his legal files, writing materials, a Bible and dictionary, letters, pens,
typewriter, etc. He also complains of his small cell, inadequate lighting, the fact that his builtin writing desk will not accommodate his left-handedness, and other disadvantages prohibiting
him from preparing an adequate defense. With court receiving stamp affixed to first page.
Fine condition. Surprisingly Bundy did a fairly competent job of defending himself...right up
until the moment of his electrocution.
$700 - 900
1110. THEODORE “TED” BUNDY Typed D.S., 1p. 4to., [Talahassee, Aug. 8, 1979], a certification that he had filed suit for a new trial hearing, boldly signed in full at bottom. Fine.
$300 - 400
1111. ROY DEMEO’S SHOEHORN ROY DEMEO (1942-1983) Captain of the Gambino crime
family “DeMeo crew”, a gang suspected by the FBI of somewhere between 75-200 murders
from the mid-1970s to the early 1980s. The vast majority were disposed of so thoroughly that
they were never found. The crew also gained notoriety due to their use of dismemberment as
a method of disposing of their victims. Murdered, most likely on the orders of Paul Castellano. A relic from the well-dressed hitman’s
wardrobe, his 19 1/2” long shoehorn with a fine molded resin rabbit’s head at one end, wooden shaft, and the plastic shoe horn at the
opposite end. Accompanied by a notarized letter of provenance from his son, Albert DeMeo, 1p. 4to., [North Carolina, Feb. 4, 2008]
who states that the shoehorn was given to his father on his 35th birthday as a present by his mother. Very good.
$200 - 300
1112. JOHN WAYNE GACY (1942 - 1994) Notorious mass murderer of over thirty young men whom he buried beneath his home, executed after many appeals and postponements. Original portrait of John Dillinger executed in black marker on a 8 1/2” x 11” sheet,
labeled at top: “Public Enemy No. 1” and signed by Gacy at bottom. Very good.
$200 - 300
1113. GARY HEIDNICK (1943 - 1999) American murderer who kidnapped, tortured and raped six women and kept them prisoner in his
Philadelphia basement. Fittingly executed in 1999 by lethal injection. Original art, his handprint drawn on a sheet of canary legal paper,
to which he has added finger bones, etc. He signs at top, adding his address, prisoner number, and the date Nov. 1, 1989, adding at
bottom: “Giving you a hand for the holidays!!”. With transmittal address also bearing his signature.
$200 - 300
1114. WILLIAM HEIRENS (b. 1928) American serial killer who confessed to three murders in 1946. Called “The Lipstick Killer” due to a
notorious message scrawled in lipstick at a crime scene. He is reputedly the world’s longest serving prisoner, having thus far spent 65
years in prison. Brief A.L.S. signed with his first name and full name in the text, a 12mo. greeting card, Dixon, Il, [n.d.], gives his new
address and stating that his move was necessary as: “...Vienna was getting worse...”. Very good.
$100 - 150
1115. CHARLES MANSON (b.1934) Drifter whose “family” committed the infamous Tate-LaBianca murders in 1969. So far has eluded
the gas chamber. Scarce partly-printed D.S. 1p. oblong 12mo., a contemporary “joke” check in which Manson makes a $1.00 payment
to himself, dated “8/69“, which of course was the month of the infamous Tate-LaBianca murders. The check is drawn on the Home
Saving of America bank, and features an image of the Monopoly game mascot! Of course, this check was never cancelled. Very fine condition.
$200 - 300
1116. CHARLES MANSON D.S., Corcoran, Ca., July 69, a check made out to Sharon Tate in the amount of $1,000.00, adding a swastika
in the middle of his last name. In the memo section of the check he has written phonetically “prchus (“Purchase”) Sex”. An unusual
Manson “fantasy” piece. Fine.
$150 - 200
1117. CHARLES MANSON A very rare prison-made Manson “souvenir”, a 14” long scorpion woven by Manson from red, green and
blue dyed twine, sold with his holograph addressed and signed manila transmittal envelope (torn), Tamal, Ca., Dec. 17, 1986 signed “C.
Manson” with swastika at upper-left. Very good. Early and extremely rare, as Manson is no longer permitted access to similar craft materials and may not send them beyond prison walls.
$300 - 400
1118. CHARLES MANSON Original artwork on a 8” x 10” sheet, a series of tracings of his hands done in blue and red ink, signed at
bottom: “Charles Miller Manson B33920 2000”. Fine.
$300 - 400
1119. CHARLES MANSON A.L.S. showing an an even more unusual side of Manson, 1p. legal folio, [n.p., n.d. but while eincarcertaed], to a
lady who had sent him eight semi-nude photos of herself (included). In part: “...I’m queer for women...my mom taught me to always git the
money first - don’t git me in more trouble. You know I want to see it all my old soul is not cold it got a lot more it never got to do yet - are you
a dancer?...“ On the verso of one photo Manson cautions himself: “I can’t see this this could be a guy - I’ve been FOOL A LOT - LETS SEE”. Very
good. Explicit photos are absolutely banned in maximum security prisons - these must have been smuggled to Manson.
$200 - 300
1120. CHARLES MANSON Early S.P. 3” x 5 “ color, a candid full-length image of Manson shown in what appears to be a classroom
talking two reporters. On verso he signs, adding: “I didn’t deal with the people here. I did an interview for a T.V. but for someone else
- Easy & luck to you Lagault of Norman From Charles Manson a servant of Truth”. Very good.
$150 - 200
1121. CHARLES MANSON
D.S. 4pp. 4to., Los Angeles, June 6, 1995, a copy of a subpoena issued to Manson by Geffen Records
seeking some of Manson’s records. At top of first page, Manson writes: “This is pure bunkum Charles Mc Manson” (Manson adds “Mac”
to his name as he feels he is being marketed in the same way MacDonald’s markets hamburgers). Guns N’ Roses recorded a Manson
song ‘’Look at Your Game, Girl,’’ for which it earned over $60,000, paid to a victim’s family member. This document may refer to a
court dispute over that sum.
$200 - 300
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1122. CHARLES MANSON Original artwork, his handprint surrounded by wavy lines and colorful geometric symbols, signed: Charles
Mac Manson” adding a swastika at center. Fine. Manson adds “Mac” to his name as he feels he is being marketed in the same way MacDonald’s markets hamburgers.
$400 - 500
1123. CHARLES MANSON Annotated copy of a 1998 California Dept. of Corrections letter concerning a transfer of Manson to a Protective
Housing Unit at Corcoran. The 7pp. letter lists all of Manson’s arrests, movements through the corrections system, and disciplinary actions
taken, all of which include many entries. Manson annotates the document in several places, noting: “...I acknowledge it - I respect it but I
don’t embrass it nor will I accept...never needed a you to be a me...30 years I’ve been out of the hole about 3 or 2 1/2 years...”. He also indicates in what periods he had been placed in solitary. Last page’s bottom section gone, no loss of text, else very good.
$200 - 300
1124. CHARLES MANSON...AND A LOCK OF HIS HAIR?
A.D.S. on a 24mo. card, [n.p., n.d.], in full: “SOUL & you know its real & you
know its so roll soul roll roll roll easy. Charles Manson”. The note was consigned to us with a healthy 10” lock of brown/gray hair with
a typed paper label: “A lock of hair from the head of Charles Manson himself. Cut by him while incarcerated at Corcoran Calif. State
Prison, on November 1, 1999, and authentic.” We presume Manson’s note referred to the lock of hair, sent with the note. $400 - 600
1126. DANIEL H. ROLLING (1954 - 2006) “The Gainesville Ripper”, American serial killer who murdered five students in Gainesville,
Florida. Rolling later confessed to committing an additional 1989 triple homicide in Shreveport. Lot of two signed items, includes a
hand tracing with drawn-in fingerprints on an 8” x 10” sheets, signed, with a second signature on a card.
$100 - 150
1127. OTTIS TOOLE (1947 - 1996) American serial killer, arsonist and cannibal, an accomplice of convicted serial killer Henry Lee Lucas.
Toole and Lucas admitted to hundreds of unsolved murders throughout the United States over several decades knowing details only the
perpetrator would know. S.P. 3 1/2” x 4 1/4” color, shows Toole standing beside a Christmas tree (in prison), signed in the white bottom
margin, with a second unsigned photo and his name and prison address penned on a small white card. Three pcs.
$150 - 200
1128. OTTIS TOOLE (1947 - 1996) American serial killer, arsonist and cannibal, an accomplice of convicted serial killer Henry Lee Lucas.
Toole and Lucas admitted to hundreds of unsolved murders throughout the United States over several decades knowing details only the
perpetrator would know. Original art, a 8 1/2” x 11” sheet of white paper dyed green with Toole’s white handprint thereon, to which he
has added in a spidery hand: “BEEN EVERYWHERE BUT THE ELECTRIC CHAIR. SEEN EVERYTHING BUT THE WIND. THE HAND OF DEATH IS
THE CROSS I BEAR UNTIL THE VERY END”. Signed in blue ink at bottom. Fine.
$200 - 300
1129. AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION A group of 12 pieces including MAMIE DOWD EISENHOWER T.L.S., Dec. 29, 1956 (small loss at bottom);
GEORGE CORBIN WASHINGTON (1789 - 1854) Grand-nephew of George Washington, A.L.S. [n.d., c. 1825]; JAMES K. KAULIA, signature Feb.
8, 1898; RICHARD MANSFIELD, signature; JOHN MORELY, A.NS., Feb. 9, 1888; CARRIE CHATMAN CATT, signature; MATTHEW ARNOLD,
A.L.S. Nov. 10, 1885; EDWIN ARNOLD, A.L.S. Apr. 7 [n.y.]; SAMMY CAHN, T.L.S. 19, 1976 and others. Overall very good condition. $75 - 100
1130. AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION Large group of autographs across an array of categories, including entertainment, sports, political,
etc. Includes: DORTHY MCGUIRE signed card, GLORIA ESTAFAN signed poster, STEVE ALLEN signed book, MICKEY ROONEY S.P.,
NATALIE COLE S.P., CRYSTAL GALE S.P., JOYCE DEWITT S.P (2)., ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGER S.P., DARRELL HALL & JOHN OATES
signed CD box cover, (2) ESTELLE GETTY S.P., LLOYD BENSTEN S.P., CANDICE BERGEN S.P., CARROLL O’CONNER S.P., CHEVY CHASE
S.P., BARBARA MADRELL S.P., RICHARD SIMMONS S.P., THE HARPTONES signed promo sheet & photo, DEBBIE GIBSON signed media
sheet, TANGERINE DREAM (4) S.P., LAURIE ANDERSON S.P., ALABAMA S.P., GEORGE MICHAEL signed tour book, CLYDE “BULLDOG”
TURNER signed check, HENRY KISSINGER S.P., NATALIE COLE signed CD case booklet, ANDY WILLIAMS signed address label, STEVE
MILLER BAND signed CD. All in fine condition, should be examined in person.
$200 - 300
1131. AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION A good collection of approximately 35 pieces consisting primarily of letters written to Dorothy Frooks
(1896 - 1997) suffragist, publisher, attorney, actress, and military figure active in public affairs and military concerns. Correspondents
include, BERNARD BARUCH, VINCENT LOPEZ, CORNELIUS VANDERBILT, JR., MONTE MONTANTA, JOHN GAMBLING, MAUD J. COX,
SILVIA F. PORER, LAWRENCE WELK, NORMAN COUSINS, WILLIAM ZECKENDORF, HOWARD BOYD, WILLIAM LOEB and others. Overall
condition very good. Should be viewed.
$75 - 100
1132. AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION A collection of ten pieces, consisting primarily of singed books including BILLY GRAHAM, (The Faith of
Billy Graham), CLARENCE THOMAS (My Grandfather’s Son, three signed copies), TONY BLAIR (A Journey: My Political Life), GORDON BROWN
(Beyond the Crash), JERRY SEINFELD (Sign Language). Together with J.K. ROWLING S.P. 8” x 10” color; LITTLE RICHARD S.P. 8” x 10” b/w;
and NORMAN ROCKWELL signature on the cover of the Franklin Mint Almanac. Together ten pieces in fine condition.
$200 - 300
1133. A VAMPIRE KILLING KIT! Alright, every auction needs a little levity...we
offer our customers a “genuine” vampire killing kit, guaranteed to permanently
rid yourself of pesky blood-suckers (lawyers and bill collectors have no souls and
are hence excluded). Items included in the set are: a genuine mid-1800s derringer, the hammer mechanism still operable, checkered wood grip and barrel
finish good; a small tin of Eley Bros. percussion caps; small leather-covered powder flask bearing a white cross painted thereon; a bone-handled wood ramrod
for the pistol, five round sterling silver balls, oak crucifix with hammered silver
cover plate with a cabochon stone set thereon, with silver chain, and most impressive, a 10” wood “stake”, likewise bearing a hammered silver plate covering
the stake, bone handguard beneath an ornate embossed silver ring. The handle
of the stake is an ornately-carved bone figure of “Death” holding a similar stake
in his right hand. All of these items are sent into fitted compartments in a maroon
felt-lined shelf within a dark-stained oak case carved to resemble a casket. A slide
out drawer at bottom contains an 1859 Bible, an antique holy water bottle, and,
of course, cloves of garlic. The case is trimmed in aged brass, and its top bears
a brass crucifix topped with a carved bone skull. The case may be locked with
the attached key. An impressive display which took great skill and much time to
assemble and construct.
$6,000 - 7,000
END OF SALE
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Alexander Historical Auctions - Prices Realized - July 2011 Auction (prices include buyer's premium)
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2
3
4
5
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10
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12
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19
20
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86
$19,120.00
$3,585.00
$10,157.50
$292,775.00
$4,182.50
$2,688.75
$3,585.00
$2,151.00
$239.00
$147.00
$262.90
$73.50
$310.70
$358.50
$1,553.50
$143.40
$310.70
$406.30
$119.50
$262.90
$215.10
$836.50
$896.25
$119.50
$358.50
$71.70
$657.25
$563.50
$215.10
$215.10
$143.40
$191.20
$776.75
$549.70
$776.75
$262.90
$191.20
$95.60
$406.30
$143.40
$119.50
$836.50
$358.50
$83.65
$1,075.50
$334.60
$1,314.50
$262.90
$191.20
$73.50
$98.00
$95.60
$49.00
$143.40
$1,075.50
$573.60
$262.90
$657.25
$143.40
$286.80
$430.20
$382.40
$382.40
$286.80
$358.50
$73.50
$454.10
$167.30
$717.00
$286.80
$501.90
$454.10
87
89
91
92
94
95
96
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98
99
101
102
103
104
105
106
108
110
111
112
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152
153
154
155
156
157
159
160
161
162
163
164
165
167
168
169
170
171
172
173
174
$717.00
$717.00
$3,883.75
$2,082.50
$1,912.00
$454.10
$501.90
$478.00
$191.20
$294.00
$514.50
$191.20
$191.20
$525.80
$310.70
$269.50
$539.00
$1,075.50
$215.10
$525.80
$119.50
$334.60
$73.50
$220.50
$717.00
$358.50
$215.10
$262.90
$286.80
$478.00
$776.75
$454.10
$167.30
$286.80
$310.70
$71.70
$119.50
$215.10
$478.00
$1,015.75
$191.20
$1,792.50
$657.25
$334.60
$286.80
$262.90
$1,015.75
$406.30
$191.20
$1,314.50
$167.30
$501.90
$1,553.50
$525.80
$358.50
$191.20
$143.40
$215.10
$61.25
$262.90
$191.20
$47.80
$167.30
$59.75
$673.75
$549.70
$956.00
$382.40
$83.65
$735.00
$269.50
$334.60
175
176
177
178
179
180
181
182
183
184
185
186
187
189
190
191
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259
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261
262
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266
267
268
270
271
272
274
275
279
280
282
$382.40
$573.60
$147.00
$836.50
$286.80
$143.40
$191.20
$191.20
$191.20
$239.00
$119.50
$35.85
$215.10
$406.30
$776.75
$3,585.00
$358.50
$478.00
$286.80
$262.90
$776.75
$657.25
$85.75
$501.90
$269.50
$310.70
$215.10
$549.70-$245.00
$239.00
$239.00
$430.20
$95.60
$657.25
$95.60
$16,730.00
$612.50
$1,434.00
$71.70
$85.75
$286.80
$1,195.00
$262.90
$71.70
$95.60
$119.50
$191.20
$119.50
$110.25
$1,314.50
$717.00
$318.50
$191.20
$122.50
$215.10
$143.40
$171.50
$59.75
$430.20
$119.50
$239.00
$430.20
$262.90
$334.60
$286.80
$59.75
$358.50
$717.00
$896.25
$343.00
$215.10
$358.50
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294
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309
310
312
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368
369
370
371
373
375
377
378
380
381
382
383
384
385
388
392
394
395
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398
$143.40
$215.10
$119.50
$85.75
$239.00
$143.40
$143.40
$167.30
$430.20
$122.50
$7,170.00
$1,195.00
$4,481.25
$2,868.00
$657.25
$657.25
$2,151.00
$1,792.50
$956.00
$239.00
$1,195.00
$334.60
$1,195.00
$1,553.50
$191.20
$262.90
$392.00
$61.25
$776.75
$382.40
$191.20
$310.70
$215.10
$501.90
$358.50
$122.50
$119.50
$836.50
$61.25
$1,163.75
$549.70
$776.75
$430.20
$501.90
$501.90
$367.50
$358.50
$262.90
$17,925.00
$796.25
$673.75
$1,553.50
$1,195.00
$1,041.25
$956.00
$430.20
$525.80
$239.00
$334.60
$382.40
$171.50
$406.30
$167.30
$110.25
$239.00
$122.50
$196.00
$318.50
$294.00
$367.50
$539.00
$514.50
399
401
402
403
407
408
409
410
414
417
418
419
420
423
425
427
428
429
430
431
432
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436
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450
453
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481
484
485
486
489
491
493
494
496
497
504
505
506
508
509
511
512
513
515
517
518
$465.50
$836.50
$196.00
$191.20
$239.00
$286.80
$673.75
$597.50
$167.30
$147.00
$286.80
$71.70
$191.20
$334.60
$122.50
$454.10
$73.50
$239.00
$147.00
$110.25
$836.50
$549.70
$501.90
$539.00
$334.60
$310.70
$167.30
$107.55
$269.50
$95.60
$4,182.50
$2,031.50
$2,031.50
$735.00
$454.10
$239.00
$406.30
$465.50
$119.50
$153.13
$245.00
$334.60
$8,365.00
$8,962.50
$2,688.75
$2,987.50
$1,792.50
$406.30
$220.50
$147.00
$215.10
$191.20
$147.00
$119.50
$143.40
$196.00
$441.00
$73.50
$59.75
$59.75
$286.80
$3,883.75
$4,481.25
$3,286.25
$896.25
$1,673.00
$573.60
$478.00
$430.20
$657.25
$392.00
$501.90
520
521
522
524
526
527
528
530
531
532
536
537
538
539
540
543
547
548
549
550
550A
551
552
559
561
568
569
570
571
572
573
574
576
577
578
581
583
584
585
586
588
590
591
593
595
596
598
599
600
601
604
609
611
613
614
617
618
619
620
623
624
625
626
627
628
629
630
631
632
634
636
637
$392.00
$239.00
$122.50
$183.75
$147.00
$478.00
$717.00
$525.80
$896.25
$392.00
$167.30
$171.50
$147.00
$119.50
$597.50
$122.50
$310.70
$73.50
$215.10
$918.75
$239.00
$318.50
$245.00
$245.00
$183.75
$1,135.25
$1,102.50
$1,041.25
$717.00
$1,075.50
$612.50
$956.00
$441.00
$367.50
$1,195.00
$673.75
$122.50
$147.00
$262.90
$245.00
$196.00
$171.50
$310.70
$478.00
$549.70
$1,075.50
$367.50
$392.00
$857.50
$196.00
$245.00
$262.90
$367.50
$239.00
$286.80
$735.00
$269.50
$239.00
$98.00
$490.00
$334.60
$1,434.00
$657.25
$657.25
$539.00
$110.25
$122.50
$98.00
$269.50
$343.00
$122.50
$49.00
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640
644
644A
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647
650
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654
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656
657
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659
660
661
662
664
665
666
667
668
669
670
672
673
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678
680
681
685
687
688
689
690
691
692
693
695
696
697
702
703
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707
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710
711
712
715
717
719
721
725
726
727
733
734
735
736
738
741
744
745
747
750
751
753
757
759
761
$98.00
$239.00
$122.50
$490.00
$143.40
$191.20
$143.40
$167.30
$1,102.50
$196.00
$245.00
$597.50
$191.20
$191.20
$59.75
$95.60
$220.50
$122.50
$245.00
$119.50
$119.50
$122.50
$122.50
$122.50
$196.00
$122.50
$392.00
$143.40
$478.00
$147.00
$220.50
$85.75
$196.00
$358.50
$367.50
$416.50
$147.00
$1,912.00
$2,205.00
$2,390.00
$286.80
$3,286.25
$2,151.00
$215.10
$1,434.00
$262.90
$1,912.00
$717.00
$269.50
$262.90
$191.20
$110.25
$196.00
$119.50
$196.00
$196.00
$171.50
$119.50
$167.30
$49.00
$262.90
$119.50
$71.70
$196.00
$98.00
$61.25
$441.00
$59.75
$95.60
$245.00
$85.75
$191.20
$171.50
$122.50
$196.00
763
764
765
768
769
770
771
772
773
774
777
779
783
784
785
786
787
789
790
791
792
793
794
795
796
799
801
802
803
804
805
809
810
811
812
814
815
816
817
821
822
826
827
828
830
831
832
833
834
835
836
837
838
839
840
841
844
846
847
848
849
850
851
852
853
854
855
856
857
858
861
862
863
865
866
$1,792.50
$2,151.00
$1,015.75
$3,286.25
$836.50
$143.40
$549.70
$597.50
$430.20
$215.10
$441.00
$36.75
$1,314.50
$956.00
$382.40
$478.00
$191.20
$358.50
$143.40
$95.60
$83.65
$239.00
$478.00
$430.20
$286.80
$119.50
$657.25
$71.70
$549.70
$143.40
$836.50
$119.50
$122.50
$98.00
$191.20
$71.70
$71.70
$143.40
$47.80
$1,347.50
$836.50
$191.20
$334.60
$286.80
$147.00
$406.30
$143.40
$147.00
$119.50
$430.20
$358.50
$239.00
$334.60
$227.05
$286.80
$143.40
$143.40
$239.00
$358.50
$478.00
$147.00
$245.00
$122.50
$122.50
$563.50
$294.00
$191.20
$430.20
$19,120.00
$1,912.00
$673.75
$478.00
$1,015.75
$269.50
$310.70
867
868
871
873
874
875
877
878
879
880
881
882
883
884
885
886
887
888
889
890
891
892
893
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895
897
898
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900
901
902
903
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905
906
910
912
913
914
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919
921
922
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929
935
936
937
938
940
941
942
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945
947
949
950
952
955
956
957
958
959
960
961
962
963
964
965
966
968
969
970
$3,883.75
$2,270.50
$478.00
$597.50
$215.10
$358.50
$2,151.00
$514.50
$119.50
$171.50
$179.25
$167.30
$220.50
$167.30
$171.50
$382.40
$122.50
$119.50
$245.00
$171.50
$179.25
$85.75
$343.00
$382.40
$239.00
$416.50
$215.10
$147.00
$367.50
$85.75
$294.00
$286.80
$286.80
$269.50
$119.50
$836.50
$836.50
$318.50
$110.25
$358.50
$430.20
$167.30
$382.40
$430.20
$143.40
$310.70
$119.50
$191.20
$3,675.00
$262.90
$358.50
$262.90
$430.20
$1,135.25
$122.50
$286.80
$392.00
$310.70
$83.65
$416.50
$454.10
$1,912.00
$597.50
$3,286.25
$343.00
$382.40
$334.60
$6,737.50
$382.40
$430.20
$262.90
$918.75
$441.00
$1,314.50
$735.00
971
972
973
974
975
976
977
979
980
981
982
983
984
986
987
988
989
991
992
993
994
995
996
997
998
999
1000
1001
1002
1003
1004
1005
1007
1009
1010
1011
1012
1013
1014
1015
1016
1019
1021
1022
1024
1025
1027
1028
1029
1030
1031
1032
1034
1035
1036
1037
1038
1039
1040
1041
1044
1045
1046
1047
1048B
1049
1050A
1051
1053
1054
1055
1056
1057
21060
1062
$478.00
$286.80
$294.00
$358.50
$286.80
$310.70
$286.80
$836.50
$1,553.50
$382.40
$262.90
$318.50
$245.00
$191.20
$286.80
$191.20
$597.50
$597.50
$119.50
$95.60
$110.25
$83.65
$143.40
$167.30
$478.00
$514.50
$343.00
$220.50
$343.00
$196.00
$95.60
$95.60
$239.00
$143.40
$98.00
$95.60
$478.00
$167.30
$95.60
$262.90
$95.60
$717.00
$334.60
$119.50
$239.00
$334.60
$406.30
$286.80
$95.60
$215.10
$95.60
$167.30
$73.50
$143.40
$454.10
$358.50
$406.30
$167.30
$167.30
$5,377.50
$776.75
$382.40
$310.70
$406.30
$95.60
$47.80
$83.65
$25,095.00
$4,900.00
$3,300.00
$597.50
$61.25
$549.70
$367.50
$573.60
1063
1064
1065
1069
1070
1071
1072
1073
1074
1075
1076
1077
1078
1079
1080
1081
1084
1085
1086
1087
1089
1090
1091
1092
1093
1095
1097
1098
1099
1100
1101
1102
1102A
1103
1104
1105
1106
1108
1109
1110
1111
1112
1113
1114
1115
1116
1117
1118
1120
1121
1122
1123
1124
1128
1129
1130A
1131
1132
1132A
1133
1134
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1154
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1177
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$2,688.75
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1230
$215.10
a46cover.qxd:A29 Cover.qxd 11/23/11 7:24 PM Page 1
$45.00
December 2011 Auction
Alexander
Historical Auctions
Alexander Historical Auctions
Adolf Hitler desk set from the
signing of the 1938 Munich Pact
Alexander
Historical Auctions
An affiliate of Alexander Autographs
Albert Einstein's 1946 signed
transcript of his historic
letter to Franklin D.
Roosevelt urging him to
develop “extremely powerful
bombs of a new type…”
LIVE AUCTION
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2011 - 11:00 AM EASTERN
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2011 - 11:00 AM EASTERN

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