The Gary Pepper Collection Of Elvis Presley Memorabilia

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no.120
The Gary Pepper Collection
of Elvis Presley Memorabilia
Sunday 18 October 2009
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THURSDAY 15 OCTOBER | 10AM - 6PM
FRIDAY 16 OCTOBER | 10 AM - 5 PM
SATURDAY 17 OCTOBER | 10AM - 5 PM
Cover:
Detail from Lot 11,
A Large Collection of 1950s Publicity
Photographs of Elvis Presley.
Elvis Presley at Sun Records Studio, 1956
© Camera Press / Gilloon
AUCTION
SUNDAY 18 OCTOBER | 12PM
THE FIFTIES, LOTS 1 - 60
THE SIXTIES, LOTS 61 - 134
THE SEVENTIES AND LATER, LOTS 135 - 168
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Of Elvis Presley Memorabilia
The name “Elvis Presley” is indisputably
the Memphis newspapers. He requested a small
synonymous with rock ‘n’ roll. His story, both
donation and, if the person was well-known, he
inspirational and tragic, continues to captivate us
also requested an autograph or photograph. As
more than 30 years after his death.
a result, Gary amassed a significant collection of
A cultural icon unlike any other, Presley inspired
generations of loyal fans and young musicians
who have played an important role in keeping
his memory alive well into the new millennium.
and politicians. It was through this clipping
service that Gary first met Elvis Presley and soon
became a lifelong friend.
Among them, Gary Pepper, former president of
On July 10, 1954, Memphis and the nation were
The Tankers Fan Club, stood out as the ultimate
first introduced to Elvis Presley on the Dewey
“super fan.” He devoted his life to Elvis Presley and,
Phillips radio program, “Red Hot and Blue,”
in the process, rose above his challenging physical
with an innovative rendition of Arthur “Big Boy”
disabilities to create and manage a network of
Crudup’s “That’s All Right, Mamma.” Among the
over 5,000 Elvis enthusiasts worldwide. His
enthralled listeners were Gary and Mrs. Pepper,
extensive collection of Elvis Presley memorabilia
who fast became fans. Gary began clipping all
underscores the most human aspects of this
mentions of Elvis from the newspapers and
cultural icon, as a benefactor, a father, a son, a
sending them to Gladys Presley. Moved by
husband and a loyal friend.
Gary’s story, Gladys invited the Pepper family
From a young age, Gary Pepper showed an
amazing ability to bring people together in a
spirit of shared interest, outreach and charity.
Despite being born with severe cerebral palsy and
confined to a wheelchair from childhood, Gary
had a passion for life generated by an ambition to
improve the lives of others. In a 1954 interview for
a Memphis area newspaper, Gary told a reporter,
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autographs from leading musicians, celebrities
to a Christmas Eve party at Graceland where
only close friends and relatives of the Presley’s
would be in attendance. Gary’s father, Sterling
Pepper, had recently been laid off and, learning
of the family’s financial difficulties, Elvis Presley
requested that his father, Vernon Presley, place
Sterling on the Graceland payroll as a relief guard
posted at the entrance to the estate.
“My desire to help others has kept me from
Despite their outward differences, both
despondency over my misfortune.” Together
Elvis Presley and Gary Pepper shared great
with his mother, Nell Pepper, he ran a clipping
similarities, including their love of family, their
service by sending a form letter, along with
ability to connect and bring people together,
clippings, to people who were mentioned in
their passionate loyalty and their love of music.
T H E G A R Y P E P P E R C O L L E C T I O N O F E LV I S P R E S L E Y M E M O R A B I L I A
Whenever Elvis would return to Memphis, Gary
regularly accompanied him and his closest friends
to late night parties at local hotspots and movie
theaters, including the Mid-South Fairgrounds, the
Rainbow Arena Roller Rink, the Memphian Theater
and the Crosstown Theater. In addition to providing
full time employment to Sterling Pepper, Elvis
frequently surprised Gary with expensive gifts
ranging from a new wheelchair, a remote-control
television, a Polaroid camera, a new car outfitted
with power windows so Gary could operate them
and, quite often, some of the clothes Elvis had
worn in movies and photo shoots.
In the 1960s, during Elvis’ tour in the U.S. Army,
Gary played an important role in inaugurating one
of the first and farthest-reaching Elvis Presley fan
clubs, The Tankers. The fan club was named in honor
of Elvis’ service with the Second Armored Division
stationed in Germany. As president, Gary oversaw
the production of the Tankcaster newsletter and
relayed updates from Colonel Thomas Parker,
Elvis’ manager. The Tankers Fan Club was
highly successful and gained international
attention. The Tankcaster was revered by many
for the detailed updates regarding Elvis’ personal
and professional life that Gary provided. At the
height of its membership, Gary’s network of fans
exceeded 5,000 members worldwide.
Gary Pepper maintained a close relationship with
Elvis Presley and his family throughout the 1960s
and 1970s. He grieved with Elvis and Vernon at
Gladys Presley’s funeral, sat at the head table at
Elvis and Priscilla Presley’s wedding reception,
posed for photographs with the young couple at
Graceland days after the birth of their daughter,
Lisa Marie, and was seated in the front row of
many Elvis concerts. Thus when the Pepper
family was faced with their greatest hardship, the
death of their patriarch, Sterling Pepper, Elvis did
whatever he could to assist them.
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Sterling Pepper died of a sudden and unexpected
worsen, leading Nichols to hire Nancy Pease as
heart attack while on guard duty at the Graceland
a live-in nurse.
gates. Upon the death of her husband, Nell
Pepper sank into a deep depression, which left
Nancy’s vibrancy and mutual love for Elvis Presley
both her and Gary completely helpless. Having
revived Gary’s ambitions. With her assistance,
heard that the situation had become grim, Elvis
Gary resumed his clipping service and began
and Priscilla visited the Pepper house, where they
writing a regular article titled, “Memories of
found Gary crawling on the floor of his living room
Elvis,” for the Graceland Fan Club newsletter and
and Mrs. Pepper lying unresponsive in bed. Elvis
resumed making regular contributions to Elvis
immediately took full responsibility for their care
Monthly magazine in Great Britain. In addition to
and hired Carl Nichols, a trusted family friend, to
providing a paycheck to Nancy, Elvis gave Gary
see that their needs were met. Without full time
his father’s paycheck and appointed him “Fan
care, however, Gary’s condition continued to
Club Coordinator and Foreign Correspondent.”
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By the summer of 1976, Gary and Nancy had
the opportunity to not only create their own
saved enough money to purchase a home next
ambitions but to also achieve them.
door to Vernon Presley and his second wife,
Dee Presley, with a yard that abutted the back
Determined to keep the memory of Elvis
pasture of Graceland. Meanwhile, Elvis Presley
Presley’s great generosity alive, Gary Pepper
was beginning to show signs of severe health
began working to establish the “Gary Pepper
problems. On August 16, 1977, Gary Pepper
Cerebral Palsy Fund in Honor of Elvis Presley.”
received a telephone call from his friend and
His dream was to build a foster farm for
neighbor, Albert Connell, that Elvis had been
handicapped children at Elvis’ Circle G Ranch in
found dead in his Graceland home. Not long after
Mississippi. Gary raised every dollar for the fund
Presley’s funeral, where Gary was seated in the
from Elvis Presley’s many fans worldwide who
family suite, the Estate of Elvis Presley informed
were eager to contribute donations and purchase
Gary and Nancy that their paychecks had
photos, record albums and Elvis souvenirs from
stopped. “I’m sure Elvis would’ve looked after
Gary’s personal collection. Although he raised
Gary forever,” said his nurse in an interview with
more than $4,000, Gary’s dream never came
The Globe, “but he never suspected that Gary
to fruition. With the sale of Gary’s collection,
would out live him.”
those who knew him best hope to continue his
efforts to improve the lives of those afflicted with
It soon became clear that Gary, his mother, and
cerebral palsy. A portion of the proceeds from
Nancy could no longer afford to live in Memphis.
the auction will be donated to United Cerebral
Nancy began to make plans to move back to
Palsy of the Mid-South.
her home in Iowa and, learning that their only
alternative would be the Shelby County Nursing
Thirty two years after his death, this collection
Home, insisted that Gary and Mrs. Pepper
presents a remarkable postscript to Elvis Presley’s
accompany her. Gary’s extensive collection of
life and legacy. Leslie Hindman Auctioneers
Elvis memorabilia went with him. When the
is proud to present these items for sale to the
harsh Midwest winter approached, Gary and his
public in this once-in-a-lifetime auction of the
mother moved to California to stay with a cousin
Gary Pepper Collection of Elvis Memorabilia.
for fear that the unfamiliar cold may worsen
Gary’s condition. Apart from a few treasured
items, Gary left his collection with Nancy in
Iowa. On March 29, 1980, Gary Pepper died of
pneumonia at the age of 48 in a nursing home in
Long Beach, California.
Many people were touched by Gary Pepper’s
unceasing devotion to Elvis Presley and his
selfless concern for the wellbeing of others. His
character was manifested through his efforts to
provide other young sufferers of cerebral palsy
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“I’ll never forget these memories because my life was
touched and enriched by a man who is bigger than life in
the entertainment field while at the same time a wonderful
human being and has become a true friend of mine.”
- Gary Pepper, “Memories,” The Graceland Fan Club Newsletter, 1976
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Contents
THE FIFTIES 12
THE SIXTIES 32
THE SEVENTIES AND LATER
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AUCTION INQUIRIES
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CONDITIONS OF SALE
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TELEPHONE / ABSENTEE / ONLINE BID FORM
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The Fifties
Lots 1 - 60
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An Original 1954 Elvis Presley Sun Records “That’s All Right” 78rpm Single,
framed and mounted. Condition: Mint. Recorded July 1954, when the singer
was 19 years old, “That’s All Right” and the reverse, “Blue Moon of Kentucky,”
were Elvis Presley’s first Sun Recordings and became a local hits.
In his article, “Memories of Elvis,” Gary Pepper recalls the first time he heard
Elvis Presley on the radio, “all of a sudden I heard this strange sound, ‘that’s all
right mama, that’s all right for you, that’s all right mama just anyway you do’
and my ears perked up! I said, ‘ Who’s that?’ And man, like all hell broke loose!”
$800-1,200
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2
A Collection of Tupelo, Mississippi, Elvis Presley Items and Photos,
comprising three Elvis Presley bumper stickers, a Tupelo Mississippi
paperweight, visitor information, a John Mosely LP album “Tupelo
Mississippi Son” Moon Pic Records, no. 1980 1977, and candid Polaroid
photographs of Gary Pepper at the house where Elvis Presley grew up.
$50-100
3
Elvis Presley’s High School Year Book, The Herald,
Humes High School, 1950, when Elvis Presley was a freshman. On page
84, he is listed in Miss Susie Johnson’s 9th grade class. Elvis Presley also
appears in the photograph on page 66 for “The Library Helpers.”
$100-200
4
An Elvis Presley Commemorative Sun Records Belt Buckle,
on the front it reads, “In Loving Memory of Elvis Presley 1935 - 1977,”
marked “private edition,” with the Sun Records logo stamped to
the back.
$100-200
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5
A 1956 45rpm Sun Records Single, “Mystery Train” /
“I Forgot to Remember to Forget,”
Sun Records 223. Elvis’ fifth and final single for Sun Records.
Condition: Mint.
$300-500
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A Collection of Twenty-Five 1950s Elvis Presley 45rpm Singles,
including “Good Rockin’ Tonight” /
“I Don’t Care if the Sun Don’t Shine” (1954) 47-6381, “That’s All Right” /
“Blue Moon of Kentucky” (1954) 47-6380, “You’re a Heartbreaker” /
“Milk Cow Blues Boogie” (1955) 47-6382, and “Mystery Train” /
“I Forget to Remember to Forget” (1956) 47-6357.
Refer to department for a full listing.
$200-400
7
A 1956 LP Album “Elvis” MONO RCA Victor LPM-1382,
in original pictorial sleeve.
Condition: Very Good.
$50-100
8
A Group of Two 1957 “Judy” / “There’s Always Me” Promo 45s,
(RCA Victor 47-9287) promotional white label 7” 45rpm EP discs
marked “NOT FOR SALE.”
Condition: Near Mint.
$50-100
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15
9
13
A Group of Items Pertaining to Colonel Tom Parker,
An Original 5-inch Reel-to-Reel Sound Recording of Elvis Presley
on the Ed Sullivan Show,
Elvis Presley’s manager, comprising a typed letter signed by Colonel Parker,
a signed photograph of the Colonel inscribed to Gary Pepper, a photocopy
of Elvis’ contract with “Louisiana Hayride,” and two original photographs.
$100-200
10
A Collection of Original and Publicity Photos of Elvis Presley,
comprising 155 photographs, including 100 wallet size or smaller
publicity photographs and 31 candid photographs.
$400-600
11
A Large Collection of 1950s Publicity Photographs of Elvis Presley,
mainly 8 x 10 inches, comprising 21 early 8 x 10 inch publicity portraits, three
4 x 6 inch Decca Records publicity photographs, two color 5 x 7 inch photographs
by Moss Photo Service, one 5 x 7 inch photograph and four 2 x 3 inch color
photographs, copyright Elvis Presley Enterprises, 1956, two 5 x 7 inch promotional
photographs from Twentieth Century Fox, and 11 others.
$200-400
12
A Group of Two Elvis Presley Souvenir Tour Photo Folios,
comprising Elvis Presley’s Third Tour Souvenir Photo Album
(Elvis Presley Enterprises, 1956) and his Fourth Tour Photo Folio,
with Elvis’ Golden Records back cover (n.p., 1957).
$100-200
dated on the back of the box January 5, 1957. Elvis made his last of
three appearances on the Ed Sullivan Show on January 6, 1957.
This appearance was made notorious in Elvis’ career by the fact that the CBS
censors would not allow the singer’s whole body to be shown, having caused
a frenzy in the studio by his hip gyrating performance of “Hound Dog.”
Tape speed: 7 1/2.
$1,000-2,000
14
A Sixteen Magazine Signed by Johnny Cash and Carl Perkins,
signed over original “Million Dollar Quartet” article, pertaining to the famous
impromptu recording session that took place on December 4, 1956, in a Sun
Records studio between Cash, Perkins, Elvis Presley and Jerry Lee Lewis.
Also signed by Nick Adams over his article pertaining to his friendship of
Elvis and Natalie Wood.
$400-600
15
A Pair of 1957 Men’s Magazines with Articles by Elvis Presley,
comprising Rage Magazine for Men, with article, “Elvis Presley Defends
Rock ‘n’ Roll” (No. 2, February, 1957), and Sir! with article, “How Elvis Presley
Gets His Girls” (February, 1957).
In the magazine’s inaugural issue, Rage Magazine for Men included an article
entitled, “Rock ‘n’ Roll: The Sound of Sex,” where the writer argues that the
music was corrupting young listeners. Colonel Parker offered Elvis’ rebuttal
article to the publication.
$50-100
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16
12
14
17
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A Group of 1956 - 1957 Elvis Presley Magazines,
comprising Cool Magazine: Special Issue on Elvis Presley (inaugural issue,
April, 1957), Elvis Presley Speaks (Memphis Commercial Appeal, 1956),
and The Amazing Elvis Presley (Renal Corporation, 1956).
$100-200
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A Collection of Ten 1950s Elvis Presley Rock ‘n’ Roll Magazines,
comprising three issues of Hep Cat’s Review (1957), Rock ‘n’ Roll Stars (1956),
Elvis and Jimmy: Presenting how it feels to be Elvis and the tragedy and triumph
of Jimmy Dean (The Girl Friend - Boy Friend Corporation, 1956), Elvis Presley,
Pat Boone, Bill Haley: Rock ‘n’ Roll Battlers (Ideal, 1956), Elvis Photo Album
(c. 1956), Elvis Presley: His complete life story in words with more than 100
pictures (1956), The Official Elvis Presley Album (1956), Record Whirl: Everything
in the world about the world of recordings (June, 1956), and the seventh issue
of Songs and Stars entitled Elvis Presley. Exclusive: Songs, New Hits . . . Old
Favorites (Fall, 1965).
$100-200
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A Group of Eight Books Pertaining to Elvis Presley,
comprising a very rare copy of Elvis Presley: Man or Mouse? by record producer
and author Chaw Mank and signed by him (Chaw Mank, n.d.), The Elvis Presley
Story, by James Gregory (Hillman Books, 1960), Elvis: The Swinging Kid, by
Charles Hamblett (n.p., n.d.), The Elvis Pocket Handbook, author unknown (British
title, n.d.), Meet Elvis Presley, author unknown (n.p., n.d.), Elvis, What Happened?
Red West, Sonny Hebler and Dave West, by Steve Dunleavy (Ballantyne, 1977),
Elvis Presley: Movieland and TV Time, author unknown (Stockholm, 1959), and It’s
Elvis Time, by Jan M. Schmitz (Amsterdam, 1967).
$100-200
19
A Collection of Thirty-Six Elvis Presley Trading Cards,
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comprising 26 Elvis Presley Enterprises “Ask Elvis” bubble gum trading cards,
printed in 1956, one Topps Picture Card from the “Hit Stars” series (No. 59),
printed in 1957, and nine Boxcar Enterprises “Elvis Facts” trading cards,
printed in 1978.
$100-200
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24
A Collection of Elvis Presley Pocket Calendars,
An Elvis Presley Enterprises Adjustable Photo Ring,
comprising 34 original RCA pocket calendars, including the original 1963 issue,
for the years 1963, 1966 - 1968, 1971 (2), 1973 - 1974, 1975 (2), 1976 (9), 1977
(10), and 1980. Original issues of the first year, 1963, are very rare and can be
differentiated by being an 1/8 of an inch smaller than the rest of the collection.
$50-100
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An Elvis Presley Plastic Record Charm Bracelet,
with a color photograph of Elvis Presley underneath a clear composite
cabachon covering, licensed 1956, stamped “Elvis Presley Enterprises All Rights Reserved” to the reverse.
$50-100
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A Collection of Elvis Presley Buttons,
with starburst design and various titles of albums printed in colors.
$100-200
comprising two small pinback buttons, available in penny gum machines in
1956 and copyright Elvis Presley Enterprises, Green Duck Co. Chicago, one large
“I Like Elvis” celluloid pin, diameter 1 3/4 inches, from the late 1950s, two color
celluloid pins, Elvis Presley Enterprises, Kim Cioffi, Philadelphia, 1956, featuring
color portraits of Elvis measuring 3 inches in diameter, three “Spirit of ‘76”
buttons, Mark Pack, Grand Rapids-Muskeegon, issued by a fan club and a group
of four “Return to Sender” buttons from the Hampton-Rhodes, Virgina, Elvis
Presley Fan Club.
$100-200
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featuring 14 plastic records of Elvis Presley’s greatest hits,
with two detached but present.
$50-100
22
Gary Pepper’s Elvis Presley Enterprises Gabardine Crew Hat,
An Elvis Presley Enterprises Rock ‘n’ Roll Vinyl Billfold,
distributed in 1956, with a snap closure and separate snap
compartments inside, featuring color images of Elvis Presley.
$100-200
A Group of Two Souvenir Elvis Presley Pocket Mirrors,
one of which was issued in 1957 by Elvis Presley Enterprises,
marked “EPE - 1957” along the edge.
$50-100
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A Collection of Early Elvis Presley Souvenirs,
comprising a handheld picture viewer, a souvenir floating pen,
four Elvis Presley patches, three keychains from a Graceland fan
club and two ceramic guitar-shaped ashtrays.
$50-100
28
A 1956 Elvis Presley Inscription to Gary Pepper,
inscribed in blue ink, “Yours Sincerely, Elvis Presley,” on a
torn scrap of brown paper. Written in the hand of Nell Pepper, “
(This was Gary’s first autograph from Elvis in 1956.)”
$600-800
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Photographs of Gary Pepper and Elvis Presley,
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20
comprising seven 8 x 10 inch black and white photographs of Elvis
Presley and Gary Pepper in Elvis’ Flaming Star dressing room and
at the Rainbow Arena Skating Rink.
$50-100
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A Collection of Documents and Correspondence Regarding
Sterling Pepper and Gary Pepper’s Employment at Graceland,
comprising 11 payroll statements for Sterling Pepper, five paystubs
from Vernon Presley as executor of the Elvis A. Presley Estate,
typed instructions for Mr. Pepper for taking care of Graceland
with handwritten notations, Gary Pepper Income Tax Return form
1020, where he is given the title “Promotion Coordinator” for Elvis
Presley for the year 1977, IRS filing instructions for Sterling G.
Pepper, Jr., under employment with Elvis Presley from 1971 to 1975.
Together with a collection of 34 candid Polaroid photographs of
Sterling Pepper at work at the Graceland Estate.
$100-200
31
An “EP” Monogrammed Cream Collared Cotton Shirt,
together with a magazine featuring Elvis Presley wearing the
shirt and original photographs of Gary Pepper with the shirt.
$2,000-4,000
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A Blue Velvet Top,
possibly a pajama top. Labeled: Velsheen.
$1,000-2,000
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A Blue Velvet Jacket,
with goldtone buttons. Labeled: Especially Made by Edith.
$1,000-2,000
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A Black Leather “EP” Monogrammed Cuff,
circa 1960, stamped silver gilt, together with a group of seven
original candid color photographs of Elvis wearing a similar
bracelet and signing autographs for fans.
$50-100
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35
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An “EP” Monogrammed Tan Leather Bicep Strap.
A Handwritten Letter to Gary from “Harmonica Frank” Floyd,
$50-100
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A Group of Signed Photographs and Handwritten Letters
from Elvis’ Friends, Fellow Musicians, and Costars,
comprising a signed and inscribed photograph of Fat’s Domino sitting with Elvis
Presley, together with a clipped signature, a signed photograph of Ann-Margret,
an 8 x 10 inch photograph signed by all of the members of The Jordanaires, three
signed photographs and a one page handwritten letter from George Klein along
with two 8 x 10 inch photographs of Gary and Klein and one 8 x 10 inch and
one 3 x 5 inch photograph of Klein and Elvis Presley, an inscribed photograph
and handwritten letter from Dolores Hart, an inscribed photograph and two
handwritten letters from Yvonne Lime, an inscribed photograph of Carolyn Jones,
two inscribed photographs of Shelley Winters, one 5 x 7 inch photograph of
Johnny Reggs, and three photographs of Dewey Phillips and Elvis Presley.
$200-400
“Harmonica Frank” Floyd is considered one of the founding fathers of rock ‘n
roll and rockabilly, known by many as “the missing link.” Although he played his
whole life, Floyd began making records in 1951 at Sun Records with Sam Phillips,
who also discovered Elvis and Johnny Cash. His first recordings were later
licensed to Chess Records, including “Swamp Root,” from which he received
no royalties.
In his letter to Gary, Floyd states he will send what he can to support Gary’s
clipping service, but complains that he has been cheated out of his royalties
by Chess Records and that he does not have money to go to a lawyer. He also
complains about his diabetes, a disease that led to his death on August 7, 1984.
$100-200
39
A Jerry Lee Lewis Signed Sun Records 45rpm Single “Teenage Letter,”
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A Record Insert Signed by “The Masters Three,”
Chet Atkins, Boots Randolph and Floyd Cramer,
the insert an undated photo folio signed by all three musicians.
$50-100
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comprising one handwritten letter and original envelope postmarked
September 27, 1976, from Georgetown, Ohio.
SUN 384 U-489/490. Signed and inscribed, “To Gary, Sincerely Yours,
Jerry Lee Lewis.”
$100-200
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An Anita Wood Inscribed Promo 45rpm Single
“Memories of You” / “Two Young Fools In Love,”
SANTO S-9088. Inscribed, “To Gary, with lots of love,
Anita!” Together with three photographs of Elvis
Presley and Anita Wood and one photograph of
Gary with Anita Wood.
$100-200
41
A Group of Original Signed Photos of
Barbara Hearn and Elvis Presley,
comprising 10 photographs all inscribed on the
back that were sent to Gary from Barbara Hearn,
Elvis’ first public girlfriend, with four photographs of
Elvis Presley and Barbara Hearn, three portraits of
Barbara, one of Gladys Presley’s grave, one of Vernon
and Gladys, and one of Graceland “taken one week
before Elvis left for Germany.”
$100-200
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Two Albums of Signed Celebrity Photographs and Correspondence,
circa 1950-1960, obtained from Gary’s clipping service, comprising one
plaid cloth-backed album and one leather-backed album.
The cloth album contains signed photographs and correspondence from many
celebrities, including Liberace, Kirk Douglas, Sophie Tucker, Minnie Pearl, Kim
Novak, Jayne Mansfield, Shena, W. C. Handy, and Jack Bailey from “Queen for a
Day,” with newspaper articles pertaining to how Gary’s mom was queen for the
day, all pasted to black thick paper sheets. The leather album contains signed
photographs and correspondence from celebrities, including Jimmy Durante,
Rock Hudson, Mickey Rooney, Bing Crosby, Jimmy Stewart and others also
pasted on black thick paper sheets.
$800-1,200
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A Large Collection of Signed Celebrity Photographs,
circa 1950 - 1970, comprising a binder of approximately 50 signed photographs
featuring Kim Novak, Debbie Reynolds, George Burns, Dick Van Dyke, Jack
Lemmon, Phil Donahue, John Denver, Carol Burnett, Sophia Loren, Bob Hope,
Gloria Swanson, Walter Cronkite, Joan Crawford, Jane Russell, Jack Niklaus,
Johnny Carson, Mala Powers, and many others. Together with letters from Gary
Pepper’s clipping service.
$400-600
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A Signed Photograph of Gary Cooper,
circa 1950, black and white, 5 x 7 inches, signed in pen and pasted on thick black paper.
$100-200
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A Signed and Inscribed Photograph of Clark Gable,
black and white, 8 x 10 inches, inscribed in black pen, “To Gary Pepper, Good Luck,
Clark Gable,” pasted on thick black paper, together with a signed and inscribed
photograph of Arleen Whelan pasted on the back.
$400-600
46
A Signed Photograph of Elizabeth Taylor,
circa 1950, black and white, 8 x 10 inches, inscribed in blue pen,
“Best Wishes Always, Elizabeth Taylor.”
$100-200
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A Signed and Inscribed Photograph of Marilyn Monroe,
1955, black and white, 8 x 10 inches, inscribed in red pen, “The Gary, Warmest Regards,
Marilyn Monroe,” and dated in the hand of Nell Pepper, “March 1, 1955.” When Marilyn
Monroe signed her photographs in her own hand, she frequently used a red pen, as
opposed to the more commonly seen secretarial signatures in blue or black pen.
$1,000-2,000
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A Group of Two Signed and Inscribed Photographs of Humphrey Bogart
and Lauren Bacall,
circa 1950, black and white, pasted to thick black paper. Humphrey Bogart
photograph inscribed in blue pen, “To Gary Pepper, Best Wishes, Humphrey
Bogart,” and dated in the hand of Nell Pepper, “March 13, 1953,” pasted to thick
black paper. Lauren Bacall photograph inscribed in blue pen, “To Gary Pepper,
Best Regards, Lauren Bacall,” pasted to thick black paper.
$200-400
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A Collection of Signed Correspondence from Betty Grable to Gary Pepper,
comprising six pin-up photographs of Betty Grable inscribed in red ink to Gary
Pepper, four photographs of Betty, Harry James and their daughters, Victoria
and Jessica, inscribed in red ink, “To Gary, from The James Family,” a printed
Christmas card inscribed to Gary Pepper in red ink in Betty Grable’s hand, an
official “Jones Family Fan Club” card for Gary Pepper, three typed letters signed
by Jones Family Fan Club president, Dorene M. Granade, and four typed letters
signed in red ink by Betty Grable.
$100-200
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A Signed Photograph of the Cast of the TV Show Mash,
signed by all members of the cast on the back and accompanied by a
photograph of Loretta Swit, who played the character of Major Margaret
“Hot Lips” Houlihan, inscribed in black ink to Gary Pepper.
$20-40
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A Signed Photograph of the Jackson Five,
color, 8 x 10 inches, signed by Michael Jackson, Tito, Jermaine,
Marlon and Randy Jackson in black pen.
$400-600
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A Collection of Photographs of Dean Martin,
Shirley MacLaine and Elvis Presley,
June 17, 1960, comprising four black and white photographs
of the actors/singers celebrating Dean Martin’s birthday.
$100-200
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A Collection of Signed Photographs of U.S. Politicians,
comprising a white binder with signed photographs and correspondence from
U.S. politicians and military leaders, including J. Edgar Hoover (as Director of
the Federal Bureau of Investigation), George Wallace, Senator Joseph McCarthy,
General Douglas MacArthur, Lyndon Baines Johnson (as member of the
Committee on Armed Services) and Lady Bird Johnson (as First Lady), Senator
Robert Dole, Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy, Bill Ingram, Estes Kefauver, and others.
$400-600
54
A 1957 Signed and Inscribed Photograph of Elvis Presley,
black and white, 8 x 10 inches, inscribed in black ink, “To Gary, My Best to
You Always, Elvis Presley.” Written in the margins in the hand of Nell Pepper,
“Elvis gave Gary this picture when he visited him in his home - 1957,” and dated
in the same hand, “Monday, August 19, 1957.” Together with two additional copies
of the photograph.
$800-1,200
55
An Elvis Presley Love Me Tender Theatre Pictorial,
together with three photographs from the film.
$50-100
56
An Elvis Presley Inscribed LP Album, “Loving You,”
MONO RCA Victor LPM-1515, inscribed on the sleeve,
“To Gary, Thanks Buddy for all your help, Elvis Presley.”
$600-800
56
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30
54
57
A 1957 LP Album “Loving You” MONO RCA Victor LPM-1515,
with original picture sleeve, together with a collection of movie
stills and publicity photographs from the film.
$100-200
58
A Collection of Photos and the Soundtrack to Jailhouse Rock,
comprising 20 assorted photographs and movie stills and the 78rpm record
“Jailhouse Rock” / “Treat Me Nice” RCA Victor 20-7030, together with a collection
of three 8 x 10 inch still photographs and the corresponding negatives.
$100-200
58A
59
A Group of Movie Stills and the Soundtrack to King Creole,
comprising four movie stills, two candid photographs of Elvis Presley in New
Orleans, three photographs from the set of the film, an original photograph
of Gary Pepper outside the theater and the LP album “King Creole”
MONO RCA Victor LPM-1884.
$50-100
60
A 1959 LP Album “A Date With Elvis” MONO RCA Victor LPM-2011,
with gatefold cover, featuring “Elvis 1960” calendar on the back cover
with the date “March 24” circled in red. Lacking original RCA sticker.
Condition: Some wear to cover; otherwise album very good.
$50-100
A Reproduction 1957 Jailhouse Rock Poster,
reissued by Turner Entertainment Co. in 1997.
$10-20
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The Sixties
Lots 61 - 134
33
61
61
A Complete Run of the Tankcaster Newsletter,
comprising issues 1 - 10 of the Tankers Fan Club Newsletter, with many duplicates,
containing original photographs of Elvis Presley taken by Mrs. Pepper and
photographs sent to Gary from Elvis’ fans for publication in the newsletter.
Together with two photo collages which were used for the cover page of the
Tankcaster, three wooden stamps used by Gary in regular Tanker correspondence
and a “Tanks for the Memories” paperweight.
61
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The Tankers fan club was organized in 1958 by Elvis’ cousin, Bobby Smith,
and was named after Elvis Presley’s Army tank corp. He asked Gary to be the
president. Gary’s physical condition made typing close to impossible, but with
the assistance of his mother, Nell Pepper, Gary was able to produce a regular
newsletter and communicate with over 5,000 fans worldwide. They encouraged
fans to request Elvis songs on their local radio stations and vote for Elvis in all
of the celebrity popularity polls and contests. Gary continued the newsletter for
five years until he was forced to quit due to the rising costs of postage and health
reasons in the late 1960s. In the late 1970s, Eddie Poole, who was at that time
the president of the Graceland Fan Club, asked Gary to include a chapter entitled
“Memories” in each of the fan club newsletters.
$200-400
62
A Collection of Elvis Monthly Magazines,
edited by Albert Hand, with numerous issues from the first series, London:
1960-1978, many of which are inscribed by Albert Hand to Gary Pepper.
Approximately 50 issues. One of the most collected publications about Elvis
Presley, Albert Hand, the president of the Official Elvis Presley Fan Club of
Great Britain, launched Elvis Monthly in February 1960. The issues feature rare
photographs entitled “Elvis’ Personal Album,” the majority of which are from
Gary Pepper’s personal collection that he sold to Albert Hand. Together with
an Elvis Monthly Special issue Meet Elvis and the Elvis Monthly 1962 Special.
$100-200
63
A Group of Nine Volumes of the Elvis Monthly Special,
edited by Albert Hand and distributed by The Official Elvis Presley Fan Club
of Great Britain, London: World Distributors, 1963 - 1970. The Elvis Monthly
Special issues of Albert Hand’s Elvis Monthly Magazine are distinguished by
their hardcover photographic boards.
$100-200
64
An Official Elvis Presley Fan Club of Great Britain Pin,
together with two guitar pins, one of which is stamped “made in Italy,”
gifted to Gary Pepper from Elvis Presley, and one pin in the shape of a dog.
Length of largest 1 inch.
$50-100
64
65
A Collection of Original Art Work from Elvis Presley Fans,
together with three photographs of Gary Pepper at an Elvis convention
displaying the art work.
$50-100
63
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66
66
A Large Quantity of Elvis Presley’s Hair,
given to Gary Pepper as the president of the Tankers Fan Club to mail to Elvis Presley fans.
In 1958, the nation’s newspapers announced that Elvis Presley, having been newly recruited
into the U.S. Army, had received two haircuts trimming his famous locks and sideburns down
to a greatly modified crew cut. Individual strands of Elvis Presley’s shaved locks have since
been treasured by his fans who wish to own a piece of the king himself.
According to John Reznikoff, a leading expert in celebrity hair authentication, “the hair appears
to match the hair in my collection [from same U.S. Army haircut] in coarseness and color …
this is more than likely a genuine lock of Elvis’ hair short of a DNA test (often inconclusive)
proving otherwise.”
$8,000-12,000
36
67
70
A Group of Elvis Presley Enterprises Dog Tags,
A Group of Publications Pertaining to Elvis Presley in the Army,
comprising three stainless steel dog tags featuring tiny sketches of Elvis Presley,
a reproduction of his signature, his blood type and U.S. Army Serial number
(type O, 53310761), issued by Elvis Presley Enterprises in 1958, comprising one
tag on a bracelet, one large tag and one small tag.
$100-200
68
A Photograph of Elvis Presley in Uniform Signed Twice,
black and white, 8 x 10 inches, signed and inscribed to the front, “To Gary from
Elvis Presley,” in black ink, and to the back, “To Gary, many thanks, Elvis Presley.”
$1,500-2,500
69
A Collection of Publicity and Original Photos of Elvis in the Army,
comprising 55 photographs, including original Polaroid photos sent to Gary from
Elvis’ European fans, along with official Army photographs and numerous press
photographs. Colonel Tom Parker would send the original photographs to Gary
almost exclusively and Gary would sell copies of the photographs to Albert Hand,
editor of Elvis Monthly Magazine and president of the Official Elvis Presley Fan
Club of Great Britain. Together with a printed poem entitled “Good Luck Elvis”
from a fan club member.
$600-800
comprising three issues of Elvis in the Army (Ideal Magazine, 1959),
Elvis the King Returns (Edgar Publishing, 1960), and Operation Elvis,
by Alan Levy (New York, 1960).
$50-100
71
A Group of Original Photographs and Negatives from Gladys Presley’s Funeral,
comprising 18 original photographs and two negatives from Elvis Presley’s
mother’s funeral and photographs of the Presley family.
On August 14, 1958, only six months after his enlistment in the U.S. Army, Elvis
Presley’s mother, Gladys Love Smith Presley, died of a heart attack brought on
by acute hepatitis. Gary and his mother attended the funeral and the Tankers fan
club made arrangements for flowers to be placed on Gladys’ grave throughout
the year.
$100-200
68
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72
72
A Collection of Signed Items Regarding Gary Pepper’s Request
for Elvis Presley’s Discharge From the Army Due to Grief,
including typed letters by Gary Pepper to President Eisenhower, Colonel Parker and
General Herbert Jones requesting that Elvis Presley be honorably discharged from
the military due to his grief over his mother’s recent death. Also included are their
responses, including a typed letter signed by Eisenhower’s secretary and typed
letters signed by Col. Parker and Gen. Jones, stating that they understand
his concern, but were sure Elvis would want to fulfil his military duty.
$200-400
72A
An Original 33 1/3 rpm Acetate of an Elvis Presley Radio Interview,
circa 1960, comprising an original recording from “The New KOCY, Oklahoma City”
Radio Station, featuring an interview with Elvis Presley, while in service with the
U.S. Army. In the interview, Elvis discusses his official release on March 24th, his
interests in acting and the movies and TV appearances he has scheduled, learning
“G.I. German,” and regrowing his famous sideburns.
$800-1,200
72A
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73
73
A Signed Photograph and Negative of Elvis Presley in Uniform Hugging Gary Pepper,
black and white, 8 x 10 inches, depicting Elvis Presley hugging Gary Pepper upon his return from the Army, inscribed
on the front, “To Gary, Thanks Again, Elvis Presley.” Together with two original negatives and two 3 x 5 inch black and
white duplicates of the photograph from the original negatives.
Gary Pepper and the Tankers greeted Elvis Presley at the Memphis Union Train Station upon his return from the Army
on March 7, 1960, along with hundreds of fans. After shaking a few hands, Elvis asked Col. Parker’s aide, Bitsy Mott, to
bring him over to Gary, who was holding the “Welcome Home, Elvis, The Tankers” sign over his head. Gary apologized
that there was not a larger turn out, but that it was a school day. According to a local reporter, “Elvis bit his lip . . .
seemed to by trying to repulse tears, and said ‘I’ll see you later pal.’”
$1,000-2,000
40
73A
76
An Original Photo of The Tankers Greeting Elvis at the Train Station,
A Group of Original Photographs and Negatives of Elvis Presley from
The Mid-South Fairgrounds,
black and white, 8 x 10 inches. Gary Pepper and the Tankers greeted Elvis Presley
at the Memphis Union Train Station upon his return from the U.S. Army holding a
sign that read, “Welcome Home, Elvis, The Tankers.”
$50-100
74
A 1961 Invitation to Elvis Presley to Attend the Tennessee General Assembly,
comprising a resolution to invite Elvis Presley to attend the Tennessee General
Assembly and original photographs from the event.
$100-200
75
An Official Appointment and Key to the City of Memphis Charm,
both presented to Gary Pepper from Senator Person of Tennessee.
$20-40
comprising 37 original photographs of Elvis Presley, his fans, Gary and Mrs.
Pepper at the Mid-South Fairgrounds in Memphis, Tennessee, along with nine
original negatives.
After he returned from the Army, Elvis began a tradition of post-midnight parties
at the Mid-South Fairgrounds, where he could enjoy the park in peace with his
closest friends and relatives. The present collection of photographs documents
multiple occasions at the Mid-South Fairgrounds in the early sixties. One
photograph shows Elvis with Gary and Mrs. Pepper, who are seated in the red
battery-powered cart Elvis gave to Gary; two show one of Elvis’ favorite rides,
the “Dodgem Cars”; other photographs feature Elvis signing autographs or
relaxing with relatives and friends.
$300-500
76
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77
77
A Group of Original Photographs and Negatives of Elvis Presley
at a Memphis Charity Show,
comprising 25 photographs and 14 negatives of Elvis Presley performing live
on February 25, 1961, at a charity concert in Memphis, Tennessee, together with
the Governor’s proclamation of Elvis Presley Day with a negative of a photograph
taken of Elvis Presley and the Governor.
Elvis appeared in Memphis at a luncheon in his honor. A press conference
followed where the Tennessee Governor Burford Ellington declared February
25 “Elvis Presley Day.” Following the press conference, Elvis performed two live
shows at Ellis Auditorium to benefit Memphis area charities and raised $50,000.
$400-600
78
A Group of Fourteen Photographs from the Rainbow Arena Skating Rink,
comprising two series; one, dated July 1961, features Elvis in a sailor cap; the
other, dated August, 1961, features Elvis in a black shirt with a white collar.
78
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Gary joined Elvis, Anita Wood and others at the Rainbow Rink in Memphis
on multiple occasions. He related the following story from his first trip to the
Rainbow Rink in the Graceland Newsletter years later: “Elvis gave me a real treat!
He pushed me around the rink several times in my wheel chair. Talk about a
‘Spinout!’ I didn’t know that old wheelchair could travel that fast! Man it was like
‘Too Much.’”
$100-200
79
An Original Photograph of Elvis Presley and a Female Wrestler,
Penny Banner,
from the Rainbow Roller Rink. Together with a Memphis Wrestling Program
from October 13, 1957, featuring an article about Penny Banner leaving with
Elvis Presley.
In one of his articles for the Graceland Fan Club Newsletter, Gary Pepper recalled
the night Elvis met Penny at the Rainbow Arena Skating Rink. According to Gary,
Banner had been “getting rough with Anita Wood,” thereby setting off Elvis.
He notes the “disgusted expression” on Elvis’ face in the present photograph,
snapped by Nell Pepper.
$100-200
80
A Group of Original Photographs of Elvis Presley Playing Football,
comprising six photographs of Elvis playing a charity football game. Together
with a picture card of Elvis in a football helmet with facsimile inscription,
“To the Tankers, from Elvis.”
$100-200
81
81
A Gifted Polaroid Camera from Elvis Presley,
given to Gary Pepper in the early 1960s.
$100-200
80
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82
A Photo Album of Original Photographs of Elvis Presley,
circa 1956-1969, comprising 104 original candid photographs from various
sources, including Mrs. Pepper and members of regional Elvis Presley fan clubs.
$1,000-2,000
44
83
85
86
A Group of Negatives of Photographs of
Elvis Presley,
A Collection of Correspondence from
Elvis Presley’s Aunt,
Handwritten Letters from Elvis Presley’s
Estranged Grandfather, J. D. Presley,
comprising one negative of a photograph of Elvis
showing a broken finger to his father, Vernon, after
playing football, three of Elvis and Gary, three of
Elvis standing against a car, one of Elvis from the
Memphis fairground, one of Elvis Presley with Dewey
Philips and three of Elvis signing autographs at a
train station. 12 negatives total.
$400-600
84
A Group of Original Photographs and Negatives
of Elvis Presley’s Family Members,
comprising 19 negatives and a brown leather photo
album containing photographs of Gary Pepper
with Elvis Presley’s grandmother, Minnie Presley,
dated August, 1969, photographs of Christmas with
Vernon and Dee Presley, dated April, 1968, candid
photographs of Elvis’ uncles Travis and Vester, his
cousin Harold Lloyd, and Elvis’ close friends Charlie
Hodge and Joe Esposito, various dates. Together
with a collection of 50 loose photographs of Elvis
Presley’s family and friends from various dates
and occasions.
$200-400
Reverend Nash Lorene Presley Pritchett, and her
daughters, comprising one handwritten letter,
dated January 19, 1969, one handwritten letter in
pen, undated, one printed Christmas card, undated,
inscribed by Reverend Pritchitt’s daughters to
“Pease and Pepper,” Gary and his nurse, Nancy
Pease, with three original crayon drawings on the
inside, a printed Christmas card, undated, inscribed
by Reverend Pritchitt and 10 other members of the
Pritchitt family to Gary and Nancy with an original
crayon drawing, a handwritten card, undated, from
Reverend Pritchitt to Gary, his nurse and her mother.
Lorene Pritchitt was an ordained minister for whom
Elvis Presley built a church in Memphis. Gary Pepper,
his nurse, Nancy Pease, and her family attended
many services and kept correspondence with
Reverend Pritchitt and her young daughters, Melissa,
Tammy and Debbie, for many years.
$100-200
comprising one autographed letter signed by
J. D. Presley, written in pencil to Mr. and Mrs.
Pepper and Gary “Jerry,” dated July 22, 1968, one
autographed letter signed by J. D. Presley, written
in black and blue pen to “Mr. Pepper and family”
dated December 5, 1965. Both are accompanied
by postmarked envelopes with the return address
Louisville, Kentucky.
Jessie D. McDowell (J. D.) Presley, father of Vernon
Presley, married Minnie Mae Hood in 1913. He
remained estranged from his family after leaving his
wife, Elvis’ grandmother, in 1946, and remarrying
Vera (Kinnard) Leftwich. In the present letter, J.
D. Presley thanks Gary and his family for sending
photographs and updates them on the progress of
Vera’s health and his current job.
$200-400
86
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88
87
89
A Group of Original and Publicity Photos from Elvis Presley’s Films,
comprising seven postcards, two candid photographs from It Happened at the
World’s Fair, one cut-out publicity photograph from Roustabout, four candid
photographs from various movie sets, and a Kissin’ Cousins pinback button.
$50-100
88
A Group of Movie Stills and the Soundtrack to G.I. Blues,
comprising 35 movie stills and the LP album soundtrack “G.I. Blues” STEREO RCA
Victor LSP-2256, with original picture sleeve and “Merry Christmas” record insert,
featuring Elvis Presley posing with the three different sets of twins used to play
the role of baby “Tulsa” in the motion picture, also together with two negatives
featuring the Tankers and Gary outside of a movie theatre playing G.I. Blues.
$100-200
46
A Group of Movie Stills and the Soundtrack to Flaming Star,
comprising 30 movie stills and the LP Album “Singer Presents Elvis
Singing Flaming Star” SP RCA Victor PRS-279.
$50-100
90
A Group of Thirty-Nine Movie Stills from Wild In The Country.
$100-200
91
A Collection of Typed Elvis Presley Film Synopses and Soundtracks,
sent to Gary Pepper for publication in The Tankcaster newsletters, comprising
highlights of Stay Away Joe, a synopsis of Stay Away Joe, and a synopsis and
highlights from Speedway, together with the two copies of the LP soundtrack
from “Speedway” STEREO RCA Victor LSP-3989 and two copies of the LP
soundtrack from “Spinout” MONO LPM-3702, with six 3 x 5 inch movie stills
from the film.
$100-200
92
A Group of Candid Photographs and Movie Stills from Blue Hawaii,
comprising 17 original photographs of Elvis Presley filming Blue Hawaii and later
Hawaiian films, a collection of movie stills, two 8 x 10 inch photographs of Elvis,
one 3 x 3 inch color photograph of Elvis and Priscilla in Hawaii, and two postcards
with photographs of Elvis Presley from Blue Hawaii. Candid photographs were
sent to Gary Pepper for publication in the Tankcaster from Elvis Presley fans
involved in his multiple Hawaiian fan clubs.
$100-200
93
An Elvis Presley Inscribed LP Album, “Blue Hawaii,”
MONO RCA LPM-2426, signed on the back of the sleeve,
“To Gary, from Elvis Presley.”
$800-1,200
94
A Group of Seven Blue Hawaii Promotional Leis,
three with original cardboard buttons, together with a photograph of Gary
and the Tankers outside the premier for Blue Hawaii wearing the novelty leis,
copyright RCA, 1961.
$200-400
95
A Group of Two 1966 “Frankie and Johnny” White Label Promo 45s,
(RCA Victor 47-8780) promotional white label 7” 45rpm EP discs marked
“NOT FOR SALE.” Condition: Good, Near Mint.
$50-100
94
96
A Group of Two 1966 “Spinout” White Label Promo 45s,
“NOT FOR SALE.” Condition: Near Mint.
$50-100
93
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101
97
97
100
An Elvis Presley Inscribed LP Album “Girls, Girls, Girls,”
A Collection of LP Album Soundtracks from Elvis Presley’s Films,
MONO RCA Victor LPM-2621, inscribed on the record sleeve, “To Gary, Many
Thanks for all of your help, E. P.,” together with a photograph of Gary Pepper
holding a sign for the film.
$600-800
98
A Group of Two 1967 “Easy Come, Easy Go” Promo 45s,
(RCA Victor EPA-4387) promotional white label 7” 45rpm EP discs marked
“NOT FOR SALE.”
$20-40
99
A Group of 45rpm Singles from Elvis Presley’s Films,
comprising eight singles from Wild in the Country (1961), Charro (1969), Loving
You (1957), Spin Out (1966), Love Me Tender (1956), Jailhouse Rock (1957), and
Kissin’ Cousins (1964).
$100-200
48
comprising 15 albums featuring the soundtracks of Blue Hawaii (1961), Clambake
(1967), Double Trouble (1967), Frankie and Johnny (1966), Fun In Acapulco (1963),
Girl Happy (1965), Girls, Girls, Girls (1962), It Happened At The World’s Fair (1963),
King Creole (1958), Harum Scarum (1965), Kissin’ Cousins (1963) and Roustabout
(1964), also together with two compilations.
$200-400
100A
A Collection of Movie Teen Magazine Elvis Presley Issues,
comprising five issues of the Elvis Yearbook, issued by Movie Teen Magazine
(1960) and three issues of Movie Teen Illustrated (1961 - 1962) Special Elvis Issues.
$50-100
101
A Gifted Television from Elvis Presley,
given to Gary Pepper.
$100-200
102
A “Happy Birthday” Telegram from Elvis Presley
to Gary Pepper,
dated May 23, 1964 from West Los Angeles,
California. Elvis writes, “WISH YOU A MOST HAPPY
BIRTHDAY WITH THE HOPE OF MANY MORE TO
COME WANT TO THANK YOU ALSO FOR THE
WONDERFUL SUPPORT THAT YOU AND THE
TANKERS HAVE GIVEN TO ME GOD BLESS YOU
ELVIS PRESLEY.” Together with original envelope and
“Happy Birthday” wrapper.
$200-400
103
A Group of Photographs of Elvis Presley
in Concert,
comprising 24 photographs of Elvis at an April 3,
1957, concert in Ottawa, Canada, wearing a gold
lame jacket, 13 color photographs from the 1970s,
one 3 x 5 inch photograph of Elvis at the piano,
seven photographs of Elvis from a Tupelo Press
Conference, one 8 x 10 inch black and white
photograph of a concert in Portland, Oregon,
and four other photographs.
$100-200
102
103
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105
104
106
A Collection of Ticket Stubs From Elvis Presley Concerts.
A Collection of Concert Used Handkerchiefs and One Concert Worn Scarf,
$20-40
105
A Collection of Two Elvis Presley Concert Worn Scarves,
showing signs of use in the form of sweat stains, white, synthetic fiber,
one with stamped “Elvis Presley” inscription.
$100-200
together with one pink scarf owned by Gary Pepper, three greeting cards, four
late seventies publications and two seventies photo folios. The handkerchiefs
were owned by audience members who gave them to Elvis Presley to wipe his
face during a concert after which they were returned. Unwashed.
$100-200
107
A Collection of Items From Elvis Presley’s Las Vegas Tour,
comprising five souvenir menus, an International Hotel Room Service Menu,
a cleaning tablet with numbers written on it and a collection of publications
pertaining to Elvis Presley in the 1970s.
$50-100
50
108
A Yellow Jersey Ensemble,
comprising a shirt and pants, shirt with a black stand-up collar, pockets at side,
pants in a bell bottom style with black inserts at cuff. No label.
$4,000-6,000
108
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109
An Elvis Presley Red Ultrasuede Shirt Worn,
featured in a giant size pin-up picture inserted in a 1963 full color picture folio issued
by RCA. Labeled: Segal Collar. Together with five copies of the picture folio.
$2,000-4,000
52
110
A Collection of 45rpm Elvis Presley Singles
from the 1960s,
comprising 63 7” 45rpm singles.
$200-400
111
An Elvis Presley 1960 Inscribed Picture Sleeve,
“Stuck on You” / “Fame and Fortune,” with 45rpm single
(RCA 47-7740), inscribed on the front in ink, “To Gary,
from your pal, Elvis Presley.” Condition: Good. Together
with three original Polaroid photographs dated April, 1960,
featuring Elvis Presley posing with the signed picture
sleeve and single.
$800-1,200
112
An Elvis Presley 1962 Inscribed Picture Sleeve,
“Good Luck Charm” / “Anything That’s Part of You,” with
45 rpm single (RCA 47-7992), inscribed in black ink, “To
Gary - Thanks Again, Elvis Presley.” Condition: Very Good.
$800-1,200
112
111
111
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113
116
A Collection of Thirty-Four Elvis Presley EP Records.
A Group of Six 45rpm “Gold Standard Series” Singles,
Refer to department for a complete listing.
$300-500
114
including “That’s All Right” / “Blue Moon of Kentucky” 447-0601.
Refer to department for a complete listing.
$50-100
A Group of Six Elvis Presley Bootleg LPs,
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115
all marked “NOT FOR SALE,” comprising “How Great Thou Art” / “His Hand in
Mine,” RCA 74-0130, white label (Near Mint), “Joshua Fit the Battle” / “Known
Only to Him,” RCA 47-0651, white label (Near Mint), “You’ll Never Walk Alone”
/ “We Call on Him,” RCA 47-9600, white label (Near Mint), “Milky White Way” /
“Swing Down Sweet Chariot,” RCA 447-0652, white label (Good), “Crying in the
Chapel” / “ I Believe in the Man in the Sky,” RCA 447-0643, white label (Good).
$100-200
comprising “Elvis Dorsey Show,” 1956, Golden Archives (Mono) GA100, “Elvis
Presley, From The Waist Up,” 1956, Golden Archives (Mono) 56-57 160 6A, “The
Legend Lives On” (Stereo) PCS-1001, Presley Collection Series, “Gotta Lot O’ Livin’
To Do,” Ghost Productions (Mono) PR-101 Malaysia, “Pittsburgh, PA. Dec. 31, 1976,”
Spirit of America Records, “The ‘68 Comeback,” Memphis King (Stereo) MKS 101 B.
$50-100
A 1961 Compact 33 Single “Surrender” / “Lonely Man,”
RCA Victor 37-7850. Condition: cracked record; sleeve is in good condition.
$50-100
A Group of Five Promo 45s of Elvis Presley’s Gospel Music,
118
A Collection of Thirteen Elvis Presley Gospel Records,
comprising five 45rpm singles, and eight LP albums.
$100-200
113
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119
A Group of Eight 45rpm Foreign Singles of Elvis Presley’s Music,
comprising “Surrender / Lonely Man / Flaming Star / Summer Kisses,
Winter Tears” RCA-86.303, “Le Retour D’Elvis - Make Me Know It
/ Soldier Boy / Dirty, Dirty Feeling / I Will Be Home Again” RCA86.286, “I Feel So Bad / Wild in the Country” RCA-49.813, “Little
Sister / Are You Lonesome Tonight / His Latest Flame / I Gotta Know”
RCA-86.304, “MuBi denn, MuBi Den (Wooden Heart) / G’schichten
aus dem Wiener Wald (Tonight’s Alright for Love)” RCA-47-9340,
“Viva Las Vegas / What’d I Say” RCA-47-8340 (From the MGM Motion
Picture release, “Love In Las Vegas”), “If You Don’t Think I Need You /
I Need Somebody to Lean On / C’mon Everybody / Today, Tomorrow
+ Forever” RCA EPA-4381, “Unchained Melody / Softly, As I Leave
You” RCA-11212 (RCA-11212-A) 1978 white vinyl special limited edition.
$20-40
120
A Complete Set of the RCA Elvis Golden Records Series,
comprising volumes 1-4 with three duplicates, Vol. 1 (mono)
LPM-1707, Vol. 1 (stereo) LSP-1707, Vol. 2 (mono) LPM-2075,
three copies with one original cover, Vol. 3 (single play) LSP-2765,
Vol. 3 (stereo) LSP-2765, Vol. 4 (single play) LSP-3921.
$100-200
121
Gary Pepper’s Personal Collection of Elvis Presley LP
Record Albums,
circa 1956 - 1976, comprising approximately 80 Elvis Presley
LP albums, together with three novelty records.
$800-1,200
120
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124
Elvis Presley’s Personal Collection of 45rpm Singles,
A Group of Two 1967 “Big Boss Man” White Label Promo 45s,
originally from Elvis Presley’s jukebox, gifted to Gary Pepper. Featuring 7” 45rpm
singles by many musicians who influenced the singer’s career, including Jerry Lee
Lewis, Carl Perkins, Chuck Berry, Anita Wood, Brigitte Bardot, Aretha Franklin,
Ricky Nelson, Ray Charles, Little Richard, Booker T, Fats Domino, Solomon Burke,
James Brown, Nancy Sinatra and others. Approximately 70 albums.
$800-1,200
123
A Group of Two 1968 “US Male” / “Stay Away” Yellow Label Promo 45s,
(RCA Victor 47-9465) promotional yellow label 7” 45rpm EP discs, marked
“NOT FOR SALE.”
$40-60
56
(RCA Victor 47-9341) promotional white label 7” 45rpm EP discs, marked “NOT
FOR SALE.” Condition: (one Good, one Near Mint with double label on side two)
$50-100
125
A Group of Eight 1965 - 1970 Promo 45rpm Singles,
marked “NOT FOR SALE.”
$100-200
126
A 1973 LP Album “Aloha From Hawaii Via Satellite” QUAD VPSX-6089,
with original picture sleeve. The title was released only in quadraphonic,
with no stereo version.
$50-100
127
An Original Pastel Wedding Portrait of Elvis and Priscilla Presley,
one of two known, with confirmation from Graceland that the other hung in
the foyer of Elvis’ estate for many years, artist unknown, after a photograph
of the couple that was included in a limited release LP of “Clambake.”
Refer to Department for Estimate.
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129
128
A Group of Candid Photos from Priscilla’s Wedding Shower,
dated May, 1966, comprising six color Polaroid photographs, together with a large collection of newspapers
reporting on the wedding and a photocopy of Elvis and Priscilla’s wedding certificate.
$100-200
129
A Group of Original Photographs and Negatives from Elvis and Priscilla’s Wedding Reception,
comprising 17 original photographs and three negatives from the reception that took place on May 29, 1967.
A number of the photographs, including all three negatives, feature Gary Pepper with Elvis and Priscilla at
the reception in Memphis. Following a private reception in Las Vegas, Nevada, Elvis and Priscilla Presley
held a wedding reception on May 29, 1967, for their Memphis family and friends. Together with one color
photograph of Elvis and Priscilla on their honeymoon and a photo portrait of Priscilla.
$800-1,200
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130
A Group of Original Photographs of Elvis and Priscilla Riding Golf Carts at Graceland,
comprising seven black and white and three color photographs dated July, 1967.
$100-200
130
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131
131
A Gifted Elvis Presley Tonka Toy Golf Cart,
specially made and given to Gary Pepper from Elvis Presley based on
Elvis Presley’s own golf cart. Together with seven photographs of Elvis
Presley’s family members and Gary Pepper with the original pink cart.
$600-800
132
A Collection of Thank You Cards from Elvis and Priscilla Presley,
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comprising three handwritten thank you cards in Priscilla Presley’s hand
inscribed to Gary Pepper and his parents, Nell and Sterling Pepper. Each
3 x 5 inches, one with envelope postmarked Los Angeles, California,
June 28, 1967, one with envelope postmarked Memphis, Tennessee,
February 28, 1968, and one without original envelope. Also together
with a printed thank you card from Elvis Presley for “remembering me
during my illness,” stamped “Elvis Presley.”
$100-200
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133
A Group of Original Photographs and Negatives of Elvis
and Priscilla on Horseback,
comprising 31 original photographs and ten negatives of the
couple riding Domino and Rising Sun and signing autographs for
fans. One series is from June, 1969, and features Elvis in a red scarf;
the other series, from March, 1968, features Elvis in a black hat and
leather chaps with a black-haired Priscilla in white jeans and a blue
sleeveless turtleneck.
$300-500
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A Group of Original Photographs and Ephemera Pertaining
to Baby Lisa Marie Presley,
comprising a group of candid photographs of Gary Pepper with
Elvis, Priscilla and Lisa Marie Presley, official press photographs of
the family and a tissue paper diaper pin from a baby shower held
for Priscilla Presley.
$100-200
132
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The Seventies and Later
Lots 135 - 168
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136
135
A Collection of 45rpm Elvis Presley Singles from the 1970s,
comprising 26 45rpm singles and three record catalogues.
$100-200
136
An Elvis Presley Inscribed Memphis Jaycees Program,
inscribed in person to Gary Pepper at a banquet held in honor of the Memphis Jaycees Outstanding
Young Men of 1970 on January 15 - 16, 1971. Elvis invited Gary Pepper and Carl Nichols to attend the
awards ceremony held at the International Hotel, Las Vegas, wherein the United States Junior Chamber
of Congress (The Jaycees) honors ten young men annually for their achievements and community service.
All ten young men inscribed their entries to Carl Nichols, who was in charge of Gary’s care at that time.
Elvis, however, inscribed his entry “To Gary and Carl Nichols Love Elvis Presley.” Gary’s original place card,
with Elvis Presley printed at the top, is laid into the program.
$1,000-2,000
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137
A Group of Photographs from Elvis Presley’s Circle G Ranch,
comprising 27 black and white photographs from July, 1967, together with two deeds to
small portions of the Circle G Ranch.
$50-100
138
A Collection of Christmas Cards from Elvis, Priscilla and Lisa Marie Presley and Family,
to Gary Pepper and his parents. Eight cards total, comprising two Christmas cards from Priscilla and Lisa
Marie with envelopes postmarked 1975-1976, one of which contains a handwritten message to Gary and
Mrs. Pepper, “Sorry I missed you while I was in Memphis, hopefully next time Lisa and I can visit with you.
I hope you are both doing well. I think of you often,” in Priscilla’s hand.
Also comprising the following: one 6 x 8 inch, printed, from Elvis, Priscilla and Lisa Marie, with beaded
wreath on the front cover; one 3 1/2 x 7 inch, printed with photograph of Elvis and Priscilla outside a
Nativity scene on the Graceland property, with original photograph, from Elvis and Priscilla; two 10 x 5
1/2 inch, folded in quadrants, printed, from “The Presleys,” with images of Graceland; one 4 1/2 x 6 inch,
handwritten, from Elvis’ uncle Rev. Earl Pritchett and family; one 3 1/2 x 7 inch, handwritten, from Bill
Ingram, mayor of Memphis, and family. Also together with two photographs of Elvis and Priscilla in front
of a Nativity scene at Graceland.
$200-400
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139
142
139
141
An Elvis Presley Signed Gift Card to Gary Pepper,
A Group of Two “If Everyday Was Like Christmas” White Label Promo 45s,
signed “E. P.” in Elvis Presley’s hand, together with a Christmas gift box and card
from Priscilla and Elvis, signed by Priscilla, a bow from a gift from Elvis to Gary
and a receipt for a bible that Gary gave to Elvis.
$600-800
140
A Group of Items Pertaining to the Elvis and Colonel Parker
“Seasons Greetings” Photo Shoot,
comprising four photographs of Elvis Presley and Colonel Tom Parker from the
Christmas card photo shoot in 1960, 43 blank postcards “Seasons Greetings Elvis and the Colonel,” and two 8 x 10 inch photographs of Elvis’ friends posing
with Colonel Parker dressed in a Santa Claus costume.
$100-200
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“NOT FOR SALE.” Condition: Near Mint.
$50-100
142
A Collection of Thirteen Elvis Presley Christmas Records,
including “Elvis’ Christmas Album” (LOC-1034), with rare photo insert,
five 7” 45rpm singles, most in original sleeves, and seven LP albums.
Condition: Good-Very Fine.
$200-400
140
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144A
143
144A
A Bobby (Red) West Inscribed 45rpm Single “If Everyday Was Like Christmas,”
A Group of Items Pertaining to the Elvis Presley Coliseum,
BRENT 200, inscribed on the label, “To Gary Pepper, Sincerely Red West.”
Together with an 8 x 10 inch photograph of Elvis Presley greeting Red West
and Elvis’ secretary, Pat Boyd, at their July 1, 1961, wedding. Stamped “
copyright Planet News, Ltd.” to the back.
$100-200
144
A 1976 Memphis Concert LP Album Where Elvis Greets Gary Live,
“Elvis Recorded Live on Stage in Memphis” STEREO CPLI-0606. The March 20,
1974, concert took place at the Memphis Mid-South Coliseum.
$100-200
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comprising an official proclamation from the Mayor of Memphis, Bill Ingram,
that the Memphis Mid-South Coliseum be called “Elvis Presley Coliseum,”
together with correspondence written on behalf of Gary Pepper petitioning
for the name change, a pinback button for “Elvis Presley Coliseum.”
Mayor Ingram’s decision to change the name at the request of Gary and other
Elvis fans sparked controversy from city and county commissioners, who rejected
Ingram’s decision days later. Gary Pepper worked very hard for most of the 1960s
for the name change and collected signatures from all over the world via The
Tankcaster and Elvis Monthly Magazine.
$100-200
145
A Framed Presentation LP Album of “Moody Blue,” Elvis Presley’s Last Album,
R&T Productions, 1977 AFL1-2428, framed with a descriptive plaque indicating a special
presentation to Gary Pepper, together with a 45rpm single “Way Down” / “Pledging My
Love” RCA PB 10998. Condition: Both Mint.
$1,000-2,000
145
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146
A First Row Unused Ticket to a 1977 Elvis Presley Memphis Concert,
comprising the original envelope and ticket showing Row 1, Seat 1, dated August
27, 1977, for the Mid-South Coliseum in Memphis, Tennessee. The turquoise and
white ticket was printed before the king’s death on August 16, 1977, and the
concert was cancelled. Vernon Presley sent this ticket for Gary to be held under
Tom Dumovich’s name.
$100-200
147
Two White Roses and Other Items from Elvis Presley’s Funeral,
comprising two white roses from a spray Priscilla Presley placed on top of the
Elvis Presley’s casket, an original photograph of Elvis Presley’s hearse leaving
the gates of Graceland, fan tributes and a collection of newspapers reporting
Elvis Presley’s death.
$200-400
148
A Collection of Correspondence Regarding the Estate of Elvis Presley,
pertaining to the termination of Gary Pepper as an employee of the estate,
comprising one typed letter signed from Vernon Presley to Gary and Mrs. Pepper,
two copies of letters from D. Beecher Smith II, attorney for the estate, to Vernon
Pepper, advising Gary’s termination as an “unnecessary employee,” and one
typed letter signed by Nancy Pease written on behalf of Gary Pepper.
$100-200
147
146
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152
149
151
A Collection of Miscellaneous Elvis Presley Collectibles,
A Series of 1977 Reel-to-Reel “Talks On Elvis,”
comprising a souvenir Elvis Presley driver’s license, numerous framed artworks,
one dollar bills with Elvis’ photograph in the center, three moulded folk art items,
pillowcases, a favorite poem of Gary Pepper’s and Elvis’. Together with Gary’s
license, his vintage Mickey Mouse watch and his copy of Peanuts, by Charles
Schulz (New York; Toronto: Rinehart, n.d.), originally sent to Elvis by a fan and
then subsequently gifted to Gary.
$20-40
150
A Collection of Items from Graceland,
comprising three carpet pieces, door beads and New Year’s Eve party
hats and noisemakers.
$20-40
by Kate Lindsey-Byres (pseud. Kay Parley) of Elvis Monthly Magazine,
dated August 1977, gifted to Gary Pepper.
Tape speed: 1 7/8.
$50-100
152
A Giannini Craviola 6-String Acoustic Guitar and Elvis Sheet Music,
comprising a Giannini Craviola 6-string guitar and case used in private
lessons with Vernon Presley, Elvis Presley sheet music, including “Don’t,”
miscellaneous guitar sheet music and candid photographs of Gary Pepper
and his nurse with the guitar.
$400-600
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153
157
A Collection of Photographs of Gary Pepper and His Family and Friends,
Gary Pepper’s 8-Track Tape Collection,
comprising 25 photographs of Gary’s room, three photographs of Gary in the
red cart Elvis gave him, 24 photographs from an Elvis Presley convention in 1976,
and 19 others. Many of the photographs were taken with the Polaroid camera
Elvis gave to Gary as a gift early in their friendship.
$100-200
154
An NIB Telemania Elvis Presley Singing Dancing Telephone,
in original box.
$20-40
housed in two leather boxes.
$20-40
158
A White Fleece Elvis Presley Robe,
with tag reading “Dakotah Luxe.”
$10-20
159
A Collection of Elvis Presley Commemorative Pocket Knives,
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Elvis Presley Mirror Frame,
issued by Vandor and Elvis Presley Enterprises in 1997.
$10-20
comprising five pocket knives each with color photographs of Elvis Presley
on both sides of the handle, housed in two wooden display cases.
$40-60
160
A Pez Collectibles Elvis Presley Gift Tin,
156
A Collection of Elvis Presley Trading Cards,
comprising approximately 1,200 trading cards from “The Elvis Collection” series,
issued in 1992 by Elvis Presley Enterprises and The River Group, housed in two
binders and two boxes.
$20-40
with three dispensers, three Pez candy cartridges,
and a three-track Elvis Presley CD included.
$10-20
153
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168
161
164
An Elvis Presley MGM Commemorative Film Collection in
Deluxe Guitar Case,
A Group of Two Framed Elvis Presley Film Reel Clips,
containing all 18 MGM Elvis Presley films, unwrapped, in original full size
leatherette guitar case. Limited edition, number 206 of 5000, issued by
MGM Home Entertainment and Elvis Presley Enterprises in 1997. Also
contains a copy of the original movie script from Jailhouse Rock.
$100-200
161A
An Elvis Presley MGM Cardboard Cutout,
issued by MGM/UA Home Video in 1984 to promote the 50th Anniversary
release of Elvis Presley’s films, together with one other cardboard cutout.
Height of tallest 57 inches.
$10-20
162
A Collection of Elvis Presley Films,
comprising 12 VHS tapes of Elvis Presley’s movies.
$10-20
163
A Group of Four Elvis Presley Dolls,
comprising two Elvis Presley “Graceland” dolls, issued in 1984 by Elvis Presley
Enterprises, a “Barbie Loves Elvis” gift set issued by Barbie Collectibles in 1996,
a large Elvis Presley Limited Edition “Super Gold” doll issued by Elvis Presley
Enterprises and designed by World Doll in 1984, and a Blue Sky Bears “Elvis The King of Rock and Roll” singing and dancing Teddy Bear, issued by Blue
Ridge Designs and Elvis Presley Enterprises in 1999.
$20-40
issued by Recollections by Lightpost in 1993.
$10-20
165
A Collection of Elvis Presley Limited Edition Wristwatches,
comprising three Fossil watches in original boxes and one watch
issued by Elvis Presley Enterprises and The River Group.
$100-200
165A
A Group of Elvis Presley Posters,
circa 1980 - 2000, comprising mainly fold-out magazine photographs
from later publications.
$10-20
166
A Group of Two Limited Edition Elvis Presley Music Boxes,
issued by The Hamilton Collection in 1991.
$20-40
167
Elvis Presley Blue Pendulum “Swinging Legs” Clock.
$20-40
168
A Set of McCormick Elvis Presley Whiskey Decanters,
comprising five decanters with original boxes, including the first
and second decanters in a series of eight.
$100-200
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UPCOMING 2009
Fine Furniture and Decorative Arts
Sunday, October 4
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Sunday, November 15 | Deadline September 28
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Thursday, November 19 | Deadline October 1
Fine Jewelry and Timepieces
Sunday, December 6 | Deadline October 19
Post-War and Contemporary Art
Sunday, December 13 | Deadline October 19
American and European Art
Monday, December 14 | Deadline October 19
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Guide for Prospective Sellers
Evaluation of Property
If you have property you wish to sell, please call our Consignment
Department at 312.280.1212 to arrange for a consultation. At that time, you
may make an appointment to bring your property or photographs, along
with any other pertinent information, to Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. and
we will be happy to provide you with complimentary estimates and advice.
If you have a large collection, an appointment may be made to evaluate the
property on-site. Fees for on-site visits may vary.
Standard Commission Rates
Our standard rate of commission is equal to ten percent (10%) of the
hammer price on each lot sold for $5,001 or more; fifteen percent (15%) of
the hammer price on each lot sold for $2,001 or more but less than $5,001;
and twenty-five percent (25%) of the hammer price on each lot sold for
$2000 and less with a minimum commission of $25 per lot sold. If your
property fails to reach the reserve price agreed upon between you and
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc., you may be obligated to pay a reduced
commission rate of five percent (5%) of the reserve price.
Shipping Arrangements
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. can advise you as to how to have your
property delivered to our galleries. Packing, shipping and insurance are
payable by the seller. In certain instances, packing and shipping costs may be
paid by Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. and deducted from the proceeds
of the sale. We may recommend packers and shippers, but we are not
responsible for their acts or omissions.
Appraisals
Appraisals can be arranged for insurance, donation, estate tax, family
division or other purposes. Appraisal fees vary according to circumstances.
Please contact our Estates and Appraisals Department at 312.280.1212 for
further information.
Guide for Prospective Buyers
Conditions of Sale
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. encourages all prospective buyers to read
the Conditions of Sale printed in this catalogue.
Exhibitions
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. recommends that all prospective buyers
attend the pre-sale exhibition prior to the auction. Staff members are
available at our pre-sale exhibitions to advise prospective buyers on
particular objects or on any aspect of the bidding process.
Estimates
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. provides catalogue descriptions and preauction estimates for each lot included in the sale. These estimates are a
guide for prospective bidders. They are not definitive. All pre-sale estimates
are subject to revision.
Condition Reports
We are happy to provide a condition report for any lot upon request.
Nevertheless, intending buyers are reminded that condition reports are
statements of our opinion only, and that each lot is sold “AS IS,” per our
Conditions of Sale, as outlined in the back of this catalogue. All lots should
be viewed personally by prospective buyers or their agents to evaluate the
condition of the property offered for sale due to the highly subjective nature
of condition reports.
Bidding at Auction
The highest bidder acknowledged by the auctioneer will be the purchaser.
In addition to the hammer price, the buyer agrees to pay Leslie Hindman
Auctioneers, Inc. a buyer’s premium as well as any applicable taxes.
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Bidding generally opens at half the low estimate and advances in the
following order, although the auctioneer may vary the bidding increments
during the course of the auction.
The normal bidding increments are:
$0-$200
$200-$500
$500-$1,000
$1,000-$2,000
$2,000-$5,000
$5,000-$10,000
$10,000-$20,000
$20,000-$50,000
$50,000-$100,000
$100,000-$200,000 Over $200,000
$10
$25
$50
$100
$200
$500
$1,000
$2,000
$5,000
$10,000
Auctioneer’s discretion
In-House Bidding
Live Bidding at Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. is by paddle only. Please
register for a paddle at the entrance of the sales room. If you are the
successful bidder, your paddle number and the hammer price will be
announced by the auctioneer.
Online Bidding
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. allows absentee and live bidding through
our website at www.lesliehindman.com as well as absentee and live bidding
through third party online bidding providers which vary by sale. For more
information regarding online bidding please visit our website at www.
lesliehindman.com.
Absentee Bidding
If you are unable to attend an auction, you may use the absentee bid form
provided at the back of this catalogue.
Leslie Hindman, Inc. will exercise written order bids and telephone bids at
no additional charge. Lots will always be sold as inexpensively as is allowed
by such other bids and reserves as are on our books or bids executed in
competition from the audience.
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Street. Take a slight right onto West Ogden Avenue. Turn right onto West
Lake Street. Building will be on the left side at 1338 West Lake Street.
From the NORTH/NORTHWEST:
Take I-90/I-94 east toward Chicago. Take the Ogden Avenue exit 50A. Stay
straight to go onto North Racine Avenue. Turn right onto West Lake Street.
Building will be on the right side at 1338 West Lake Street.
From the SOUTHWEST:
Take I-55 north. Exit 292A I-90/I-94 W Wisconsin
Follow I-90/I-94 W Wisconsin to the Lake Street exit 51A. Turn left onto
West Lake Street. Building will be on the right side at 1338 West Lake Street.
From the SOUTH/SOUTHEAST:
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Lake Street exit 51A and turn left onto West Lake Street. Building will be on
the right side at 1338 West Lake Street.
Parking:
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers has a private parking lot located on Ada Street,
diagonally across the steet from our entrance.
Conditions of Sale
LESLIE HINDMAN AUCTIONEERS, INC. AS AGENT
The lots listed in this catalogue will be offered by Leslie Hindman
Auctioneers, Inc. as owner or as agent for consignor(s) subject to the
following terms and conditions. By bidding at auction you agree to
be bound by these Conditions of Sale.
BEFORE THE SALE
Prospective buyers are strongly advised to personally examine any property
in which they are interested before the auction takes place. Condition
reports are usually available on request on lots with a low estimate of
$300 and over. All lots are sold “AS IS” and without recourse and neither
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. nor its consignor(s) makes any warranties
or representations, express or implied with respect to such lots. Neither
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. nor its consignor(s) makes any express
or implied warranty or representation of any kind or nature with respect
to merchantability, fitness for purpose, correctness of the catalogue or
other description of the physical condition, size, quality, rarity, importance,
medium, material, genuineness, attribution, provenance, period, culture,
source, origin, exhibitions, literature or historical significance of any lot
sold. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply
that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear,
imperfections or the effects of aging. No statement, whether written or oral,
and whether made in the catalogue, or in supplements to the catalogue,
an advertisement, a bill of sale, a salesroom posting or announcement,
the remarks of an auctioneer, or otherwise, shall be deemed to create
any warranty, representation or assumption of liability. Leslie Hindman
Auctioneers, Inc. and its consignor(s) make no warranty or representation,
express or implied, that the purchaser will acquire any copyright or
reproduction rights to any lot sold. Leslie Hindman Auctioneers Inc. expressly
reserves the right to reproduce any image of the lots sold in the catalogue.
AT THE SALE
Refusal of Admission
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. has the right, at our complete discretion, to
refuse admission to the premises or participation in any auction and to reject
any bid.
Registration before Bidding
A prospective buyer must complete and sign a registration form and
provide identification before bidding. We may require bank or other
financial references.
Bidding as Principal
When making a bid, a bidder is accepting personal liability to pay the
purchase price, including the buyer’s premium, all applicable taxes and all
other applicable charges, unless it has been explicitly agreed upon in writing
with Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. before the commencement of the
sale that the bidder is acting as agent on behalf of an identified third party
acceptable to Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc., and that Leslie Hindman
Auctioneers, Inc. will only look to the principal for payment.
Absentee Bids
We will use reasonable efforts to carry out written bids given to us prior to
the sale for the convenience of clients who are not present at the auction in
person, by an agent or by telephone. Bids must be placed in U.S. dollars. If
we receive written bids on a particular lot for identical amounts, and these
are the highest bids on the lot at the auction, it will be sold to the person
whose written bid was received and accepted first. Execution of written bids
is a free service undertaken subject to other commitments at the time of the
sale and we do not accept liability for failing to execute a written bid or for
errors and omissions in connection with the written bid.
Telephone Bids
If a prospective buyer makes arrangements with us prior to the
commencement of the sale we will use reasonable efforts to contact them
to enable them to participate in the bidding by telephone and we do not
accept liability for failure to do so or for errors and omissions in connection
with telephone bidding.
Online Bids
We will use reasonable efforts to carry out online bids and do not accept
liability for equipment failure, inability to access the internet or software
malfunctions related to the execution of online bids.
Reserves
Some lots in the sale are subject to a reserve which is the confidential
minimum price below which such lot will not be sold. The reserve will
not exceed the low estimate of the lot. Reserves are agreed upon with
consignors or, in the absence thereof, the absolute discretion of Leslie
Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. The auctioneer may open the bidding on any
lot below the reserve by placing a bid on behalf of the seller. The auctioneer
may continue to bid on behalf of the seller up to the amount of the reserve,
either by placing consecutive bids or by placing bids in response to other
bidders. With respect to lots that are offered without reserve, unless there
are already competing bids, the auctioneer, in his or her discretion, will
generally open the bidding at half of the low estimate for the lot. In the
absence of a bid at that level, the auctioneer may proceed backwards at
his or her discretion until a bid is recognized, and then continue up from
that amount.
Auctioneer’s Discretion
The auctioneer has the right at his or her absolute and sole discretion to
refuse any bid, to advance the bidding in such a manner as he or she may
decide, to withdraw any lot, and in the case of error or dispute, and whether
during or after the sale, to determine the successful bidder, to continue the
bidding, to cancel the sale or to reoffer and resell the item in dispute. If any
dispute arises after the sale, our sale record is conclusive.
Successful Bid
The highest bidder acknowledged by the auctioneer will be the purchaser.
In the case of a tie bid, the winning bidder will determined by the auctioneer
at his or her sole discretion. In the event of a dispute between bidders,
the auctioneer has final discretion to determine the successful bidder or
to reoffer the lot in dispute. If any dispute arises after the sale, the Leslie
Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. sale record shall be conclusive. Title passes upon
the fall of the auctioneer’s hammer to the highest acknowledged bidder
subject to the Conditions of Sale set forth herein, and the bidder assumes
full risk and responsibility.
AFTER THE SALE
Buyer’s Premium
In addition to the hammer price, the buyer agrees to pay Leslie Hindman
Auctioneers, Inc. a buyer’s premium and the applicable sales tax added
to the final total.
HAMMER PRICE/BUYER’SPREMIUM
First
Portion from Portion from
Bidding Option
$0-$20,000 $20,001-500,000 $500,001 and above
In-house 22%
20% 12%
lesliehindman.com
22%
20% 12%
liveauctioneers.com
24%
22%
14%
the-saleroom.com
24%
22%
14%
antiqueweek.com
24%
22%
14%
Payment
The buyer must pay the entire amount due (including the hammer price,
buyer’s premium, all applicable taxes and other charges) no later than 5 p.m.
on the seventh (7) business day following the sale. Payment in U.S. dollars
may be made with cash; bank check or cashier’s check drawn on a U.S. bank;
wire payment; or money order unless other arrangements are made with
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. reserves
the right to hold merchandise purchased by personal check until the check has
cleared the bank. The purchaser agrees to pay Leslie Hindman Auctioneers,
Inc. a handling charge of $50 for any check dishonored by the drawee.
Tax Exempt Notice
Lots marked with an asterisk (*) or square (
by law.
) are tax exempt as permitted
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Conditions of Sale
continued
Collecting Purchases
Once Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. has received all funds due to us,
the buyer shall collect purchased lots within seven (7) business days from
the date of the sale.
Packing and Shipping
If your bid is successful, we can provide you with a list of shippers. We will
not be responsible for the acts or omissions of carriers or packers whether
or not recommended by us. Property will not be released to the shipper
without the buyer’s written consent and until payment has been made in
full. Packing and handling of purchased lots by us is at the entire risk of the
purchaser, and Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. will have no liability of any
loss or damage to such items.
Non Payment
If we do not receive payment in full, in good cleared funds, within seven (7)
business days following the sale, we are entitled in our absolute discretion to
exercise one or more of the following measures, in addition to any additional
actions available to us by law:
a.) to impose a late charge of one and a half percent (1.5%) per thirty (30)
days of the total purchase price
b.) to hold the defaulting buyer liable for the total amount due and to begin
legal proceedings for its recovery together with interest, legal fees and costs
to the fullest extent permitted under applicable law
c.) to cancel the sale
d.) to resell the property publicly or privately with such terms as we find
appropriate, to resell the property at public auction without reserve, and
with the purchaser liable for any deficiency, cost, including handling charges,
the expenses of both sales, our commission on both sales at our regular
rate, all other charges due hereunder and incidental damages. In addition, a
defaulting purchaser will be deemed to have granted us a security interest
in, and we may retain as collateral security for such purchaser’s obligations
to us, any property in our possession owned by such purchaser. At our
option, payment will not be deemed to have been made in full until we have
collected funds represented by checks, or in the case of bank or cashier’s
checks, we have confirmed their authenticity.
LIABILITY
Condition Reports
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. is not responsible for the correctness of
any statement of any kind concerning any lot, whether written or oral, nor
for any other errors or omissions in description or for any faults or defects in
any lot. Neither the seller, ourselves, our officers, employees or agents, give
any representation, warranty or guarantee or assume any liability of any kind
in respect of any lot with regard to merchantability, fitness for a particular
purpose, description, size, quality, condition, attribution, authenticity,
rarity, importance, medium, provenance, exhibition history, literature or
historical relevance. Except as required by local law any warranty of any kind
whatsoever is excluded by this paragraph.
Purchased Lots
If for any reason a purchased lot cannot be delivered in the same condition
as at the time of sale, or should any purchased lot be stolen, mis-delivered
or lost prior to delivery, Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. shall not be liable
for any amount in excess of that paid by the purchaser.
Legal Ramifications
The rights and obligations of the parties with respect to these Conditions
of Sale, the conduct of the auction and any matters connected with any
of the foregoing shall be governed and interpreted by the laws of the
jurisdiction in Illinois. If any part of these Conditions of Sale is found by
any court to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, that part shall be discounted
and the rest of the conditions shall continue to be valid to the fullest extent
permitted by law.
Discretion
Any and all of the conditions may be waived or modified in the sole
discretion of Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc.
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f.) to not allow any bids at any upcoming auction by or on behalf of the
buyer
g.) to take other action as we find necessary or appropriate
Failure to Collect Purchases
If property is not picked up within seven (7) business days following the sale,
whether or not payment has been made, Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc.
reserves the right to charge $5 per lot per day or to deliver said property to
a public warehouse for storage at the purchaser’s expense. Leslie Hindman
Auctioneers, Inc. shall have no liability for any damage to property left on
its premises for more than seven (7) business days following the sale. In
addition, we reserve the right to impose a late charge of one and a half
percent (1.5%) per month of the total purchase price if payment is not made
in accordance with the conditions set forth herein. For property that is not
picked up after thirty (30) calendar days, an additional administration fee of
$75 will be charged. Property which is paid for but left on our premises for
any reason in excess of sixty (60) calendar days is subject to sale by us with
the balance of any funds recovered in excess of storage charges and any
other fees being remitted to you.
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e.) to offset against any amount owed
LESLIE HINDMAN AUCTIONEERS | BID FORM
Telephone Bidding generally opens at half the low estimate
and advances in the following order, although
the auctioneer may vary the bidding increments
during the course of the auction. The normal
bidding increments are:
$0-$200 $200-$500 $500-$1,000 $1,000-$2,000 $2,000-$5,000 $5,000-$10,000
$10,000-$20,000 $20,000-$50,000 $50,000-$100,000 $100,000-$200,000 Over $200,000 Absentee Live Online
Fax form to 312.280.1211
Online registration/bid requests must be received at least 24 hours before the auction
begins. Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. will confirm all bids received by fax or by return
email. Phone bids will not be accepted on lots with a low estimate of $300 and below.
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. allows absentee and telephone bidding registration through
our website at www.lesliehindman.com.
$10
$25
$50
$100
$200
$500
$1,000
$2,000
$5,000
$10,000
Auctioneer’s discretion
Name Sale Number/Name
Business Name
For absentee bids, indicate your limit for each
lot. Your bids will be executed at the lowest
prices allowed by reserves and other bids. If we
receive more than one bid of the same value, the
first one received will take precedence.
Billing Address
City State Country/Zip
A per lot buyer’s premium is added to the final
hammer price as per the following:
Bidding Option
HAMMER PRICE/BUYER’S PREMIUM
First
Portion from Portion from
$0-$20,000 $20,001-500,000
$500,001+
In-house Live online via
lesliehindman.com
22%
20% 12%
22%
20%
12%
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. is not
responsible for failure or other inadvertent errors
relating to the execution of your bids.
Lot Number
Contact Name
Primary Phone Secondary Phone
Email
Fax
Description
Absentee Bid
(US Dollar Limit)
Phone Bid
Back-up Bid
EXCLUDES BUYER’S PREMIUM
I authorize Leslie Hindman Auctioneers, Inc. to bid on my behalf up to the amount
stated above. By bidding at auction you agree to be bound to the Conditions of
Sale as stated in the sale catalogue and on our website.
1338 West Lake Street
Chicago, Illinois 60607
Signature Date
ph 312.280.1212 l fx 312.280.1211
www.lesliehindman.com
For Leslie Hindman Date
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L E S L I E H I N D M A N AU C T I O N E E R S
1338 West Lake Street Chicago, Illinois 60607 l ph 312.280.1212 l fx 312.280.1211 l www.lesliehindman.com

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