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OAK RIDGE BOYS (William Lee Golden, Richard Sterban, Joe ... Signed color photograph of the four members of the American country music band. 10" x 8", signed by each member on his picture, against a plain blue background. N.p. Ca. 1980.

Price: USD 85.00 other currencies   order no. 5519   details     inquire
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GUEST BOOK PAGE (George Plimpton, James Lipton, John le C... Lillian Gish, Julia Child, George Plimpton, John le Carré and other signatures, with dates, on a page from a guestbook. Both side of one page, 14 signatures total, first page containing all the noted signatures (left margin ragged where removed from binding). N.p. Dates from 1968-1970.
"George Plimpton 14 Nov 1968" "James Lipton Nov. 19, 1968" John le Carré Jan 9 69" "Lillian Gish: April 15 - 69." "Julia Child - March 2, 1970"
Price: USD 200.00 other currencies   order no. 5520   details     inquire
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LIBBY, Willard Frank Inscribed photograph of the American chemist who won the 1960 Nobel Prize for Chemisty in honor of his method for carbon dating archaeological, geological, and other items. Black and white, 8 1/2" x 11", showing the smiling scientist in tweed jacket and tie. N.p. Ca. 1970.
1908-1980 Inscribed: "With best regards W.F. Libby."
Price: USD 100.00 other currencies   order no. 5522   details     inquire
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VANDERBILT, Gloria A.L. signed "Gloria" by the American heiress and fashion designer, a condolence letter to author Edward Jablonski, biographer of Harold Arlen, on the occasion of Arlen's death. 2 pp., 4to, on heavy gray paper embossed in bright yellow with a swan and her name in lowercase (creased top third). N.p. Apr. 26, 1986.
1924- "...I have his voice on the tapes you sent me which I treasure always. It must be so hard foryou after all these years of friendship and my loving and deepest sympathy is with you..."
Price: USD 125.00 other currencies   order no. 5523   details     inquire
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SWANSON, Gloria A.L. signed "Gloria S" by the American screen legend to her lawyer, Arnold Weissberger. 1 page, in pencil, on "Multiprises Incorporated" letterhead (2 holes punched in left margin, presumably by recipient). New York. Feb. 10, 1943.
1899-1983 "...what day next week will be convenient for you to see us? I am sending you these letters so that we can keep them under one roof..."
Price: USD 150.00 other currencies   order no. 5525   details     inquire
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MAUGHAM, W. Somerset T.L.S. by the British novelist and playwright to a fan. 1 page, sm. 8vo, on "The Dorchester" stationery, accompanied by blue 12mo "The Dorchester" envelope, typed. London. Oct. 7, 1960.
1874-1965 "...It was extremely kind of you to write to me; I was touched and much pleased."
Price: USD 150.00 other currencies   order no. 5527   details     inquire
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MENCKEN, H.L. T.N.S. by the American author and journalist declining an assignment. 1 page, oblong 8vo, on personal stationery (bottom right corner clipped, light stain near top margin). Baltimore. Feb. 4, 1946.
1880-1956 "...I am quite up to my eyes in a long and vexatious book, and it is quite impossible forme to do the article you so kindly suggest..."
Price: USD 150.00 other currencies   order no. 5528   details     inquire
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INDIAN WAR -- 7TH CAVALRY (William Badger, Edward G. Math... D.S., with rank, by three survivors of Custer's infamous defeat at Little Big Horn, a "Special Requistion" for three corn brooms.
1878 1 page, with voucher number and date on verso, mounted on heavy paper then mounted on gold cardboard (top edge slightly chipped, paper mounting separating at lower right corner). Fort Rice, Dakota Terr. Jan. 5, 1878. Rare. Signed first, "E.G. Mathey, Captain, 7th Calvary", second "1st Lieut. William Badger 6th Inf'y" and last, Elwell Otis Lt. Col. of 22nd Infantry.
Price: USD 1,250.00 other currencies   order no. 5530   details     inquire
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QUINCY, Josiah (Sr.) A.D.S. by the American patriot and lawyer who died at sea on political mission to England on behalf of the colonies, refunding his fee to a British soldier-defendant on the eve of the Boston Massacre trial. 1 page, approx. 8" x 3" (edges chipping, one small hole in center). Boston. Jul. 16, (1771). Very rare.
1744-1775 "...please to pay Mr. John Smith Twenty Two pounds on account..."
Price: USD 900.00 other currencies   order no. 5531   details     inquire
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MASSENET, Jules A.L.S. by the French composer of operas, concertos and ballets. 2 pp., sm. 8vo, on plain notepaper (lightly soiled). In French. N.p. June, 1902.
1842-1912
Price: USD 200.00 other currencies   order no. 5534   details     inquire
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GOUNOD, Charles François A.L.S. by the French composer best known for his acclaimed opera Faust, asking a friend to arrive on Wednesday instead of Thursday. 1 page, 8vo, in French, on plain paper, with bold signature. Saint-Cloud, France. Jul. 3, 1865.
1818-1893 "Venir mercredi..."
Price: USD 150.00 other currencies   order no. 5541   details     inquire
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WAYNE, John In-person autograph, an inscribed postcard by the American actor remembered for his roles in classic Hollywood Westerns. Promotional postcard from the Copacabana club in New York, 12mo, signed on verso (light wear, pen notation in another hand reads "I 394200"). (New York.) N.d.
1907-1979 Bold inscription: "Good Luck John Wayne."
Price: USD 650.00 other currencies   order no. 5542   details     inquire
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FLYNN, Errol In-person autograph, a signed postcard by the American actor remembered for his swashbuckling roles. Promotional postcard from the Copacabana club in New York, 12mo, signed on verso (light wear, pen notation on face reads "Marcy"). (New York.) N.d.
1909-1959 Bold signature: "Errol Flynn."
Price: USD 550.00 other currencies   order no. 5543   details     inquire
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TURNER, Lewis A.D.S. by the American patriot, sea captain, and suspected participant in the Boston Tea Party. 1 page, 6" x 2", a receipt for "Gauging the Cargo of the Brig William & Mary," with recipient's note on verso giving Turner's rank as Captain (paper affixed to verso from earlier mounting). Boston. Jan. 21, 1767. Scarce.

Price: USD 300.00 other currencies   order no. 5546   details     inquire
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ALDRICH, Thomas Bailey Autographed Manuscript Signed
1836-1907 Autographed manuscript signed by the American author and editor. 1 page, oblong 8vo, a four-line poem entitled "Kismet" written on personal stationery and signed in full. Ponkapog, Massachusetts. N.d. very good "A glance, a word and joy or pain Befalls; what was no more shall be..."
Price: USD 100.00 other currencies   order no. 5547   details     inquire
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GROTH, John Fine A.L. signed "John" by the American illustrator and artist to author Leon Uris. 2 pp., slim 4to, on personal stationery. New York. May 21, n.y.
"...I've already gotten into the book%u2013and find it really great! Asked Short Story International to send the May-June-July issues to you. Starting with the May number I am illustrating it in its entirety each month...Hope you don't mind my 'cribbing' from 'Exodus'%u2013the horah dancing scene%u2013used it in May S.S.I. to illustrate an Israeli story..."
Price: USD 250.00 other currencies   order no. 5548   details     inquire
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THOMAS, Isaiah Important A.L.S. by the American Revolutionary War printer, one of the first printers in the Colonies, in which he fixes the date he printed his famous Bibles. 1 page, square 8vo, , wax seal in left margin (paper splitting on folds, numerous small chips around margin). Accompanied by 5" x 7" engraved portrait. Worcester, Massachusetts. Jan. 2, 1792.
1750-1831 "...Have you any encouragement for my Bibles? Will you inform the Publick, in any way youthink proper that they are out of the Press? They have been exceeding heavy works, and the weight of them proper hard upon me..."
Price: USD 1,400.00 other currencies   order no. 5550   details     inquire
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PURVIS, Melvin H. (Jr.) T.L.S. by the agent of the early Federal Bureau of Investigation who orchestrated the ambush of John Dillinger. He committed suicide after being forced out of the agency by his rival, J. Edgar Hoover. 1 page, sm. 4to, on personal stationery (discoloration of lower edge). Chicago. Nov. 2, 1935.
1903-1960 "...if other business permits I shall be more than pleased to meet and discuss the matteryou mentioned. However, I don not believe that I will desire to commit myself at the present to any speaking arrangements..."
Price: USD 275.00 other currencies   order no. 5551   details     inquire
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MOORE, Grace Inscription to her secretary by the American soprano who sang in leading opera houses and Hollywood films, on the illustrated cover of an original 1905 Ricordi vocal score of Tosca. Tan and sage cover mounted in sage and gold, framed in dark brown wood. Cover, 7 1/2" x 10 1/2". Outer dimensions, 12" x 15 1/2".
1898-1947 Unbound Boldly inscribed: To Eleanor Morgan%u2013with best wishes from Grace Moore 1942."
Price: USD 350.00 other currencies   order no. 5552   details     inquire
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CONRAD, Barnaby La Fiesta Brava, signed history of bullfighting by the American author, artist, nightclub owner, and one-time vice consul to Spain, with a full-page, original ballpoint pen sketch of a matador on the page facing the half-title. Photographs, 184 pp., large 8vo, black cloth (light wear, inscription on half-title in another hand). Boston: 1953.
Boldly signed on half-title, opposite striking ballpoint sketch of a matador's head and shoulders.
Price: USD 450.00 other currencies   order no. 5554   details     inquire
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DONITZ, Karl Signature by the Commander of the German navy who succeeded Hitler as head of state and executed surrender to allies, on photograph of himself in uniform. Black and white, 4" x 6". Boldly signed in blue along bottom. N.p., n.d.
1891-1980
Price: USD 225.00 other currencies   order no. 5556   details     inquire
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FELLINI, Federico Signed and dated "Exhibitors' Showmanship Manual" for the Italian cinema director's masterpiece, "8 1/2." Black and white, large folio, 18 pp., including promotional black and white 8" x 10" picture of the director and star Marcello Mastroianni on the set (one article, page 3, has been cut out). Sketch near signature may be by Fellini. N.p. 1972.
Boldly signed at top of cover: "Fellini."
Price: USD 350.00 other currencies   order no. 5558   details     inquire
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SOLDIER'S LETTER -- SPANISH AMERICAN WAR A.L.S. in pencil by a United States soldier to his wife with news and affection.
6 pp., 8vo, on patriotic "Camp Thomas Chickamauga National Park" letterhead featuring the American flag, company and regiment filled in in pencil. Chickamauga Park, Georgia. Jul. 13, 1898. "...Well dear I am surprised to think you think I do not care for loving letters and can not imagine when you got the idea unless it was because I do not write more loving ones but I am in a much different position than what you are, because I have to write my letters when there are 100 men and all around me..."
Price: USD 200.00 other currencies   order no. 5559   details     inquire
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SOLDIER'S LETTER -- SPANISH AMERICAN WAR A.L.S. in pencil by a United States soldier to his wife with news and affection.
6 pp., 8vo, on patriotic "Camp Thomas Chickamauga National Park" letterhead featuring the American flag, company and regiment filled in in pencil. Chickamauga Park, Georgia. Jul. 13, 1898. "...Capt. is about done up today. I think he has been living to [sic] high since Mrs. B. arrived. Too much night work and possible a little to [sic] much in the day time...It is reported here just now that Santiago has been taken and that we will move north inside of 10 days. Gettysburg to be our location. How true either of these may be I cannot say..."
Price: USD 200.00 other currencies   order no. 5560   details     inquire
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SOLDIER'S LETTER -- SPANISH AMERICAN WAR A.L.S. by a United States soldier to his wife with news and affection.
3 1/4 pp., 8vo, on patriotic "First Vermont U.S. Volunteers" letterhead with a gold and blue eagle seal bannered "Army of the United States" (top left corners slightly chipped). Lytle, Georgia. Aug. 15, 1898. "...Two more of the boys were carried to the hospital this morning. I think the cause of all the sickness is that they eat almost every thing that comes along. I hope my health will continue to be as good as it has been...We are to have another big review some day this coming week...I will be a grand sight I have not the slightest doubt..."
Price: USD 200.00 other currencies   order no. 5561   details     inquire
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HURD, Peter Inscribed photograph of the American artist at work. Black and white, 11" x 8 1/2", taken in the artist's studio. ca.1975
1904-1984 Inscribed near bottom margin: "For...with my best regards, Peter Hurd."
Price: USD 350.00 other currencies   order no. 5562   details     inquire
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DOLIN, Anton (Sir) Inscribed photograph of the British ballet dancer in costume. Black and white,
1904-1983 8 1/2" x 11", with the "Maurice Seymour" studio mark in the lower left corner (photo repro office stamp on verso). N.p., n.d. Inscribed in upper right: "Sincerely yours Anton Dolin."
Price: USD 125.00 other currencies   order no. 5563   details     inquire
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COBB, Irvin S. Inscribed photograph of the American author and humorist. Black and white, 8" x 10", showing a serious looking Cobb in a fedora and overcoat. N.p., n.d.
1876-1944 Inscribed: "To...with best wishes Irv. Cobb."
Price: USD 75.00 other currencies   order no. 5564   details     inquire
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MILLER, Henry A.N.S. by the American novelist to a lady, on verso of a postcard featuring a reproduction of a Miller watercolor, last lines in German. 1 page, 12mo (postmark across text does not obscure). Pacific Palisades, California. Apr. 6, 1966.
1891-1980 "Because it's Holy Week (and me such a saint!) all sorts of unexpected visitors are descending on me. I feel trapped..."
Price: USD 200.00 other currencies   order no. 5565   details     inquire
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FLOYD, John Buchanan L.S. by the Secretary of War who later served as a Brigadier General for the Confederacy and was killed in action at Abingdon. Secretly using his position as President Buchanan's Sec. of War to transfer armaments to the South, he dodges an offer to get his son into West Point. 1 page, 4to, blind-stamped (light foxing, ghost impression of text from another letter). Washington, D.C. Apr. 28, 1838.
1806-1863 "...I will add, that the appointments were made before the receipt of Mr. McAdoo's letter, and there was no refusal or acceptance, the application coming too late."
Price: USD 450.00 other currencies   order no. 5567   details     inquire
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ROSS, Lawrence A.L.S. by the Confederate Brigadier General and later founder of the "Agricultural and Mechanical College of Texas," to a friend, obliquely referring to a meeting, perhaps of other officers unreconciled to defeat. 1 page, 4to, on the College letterhead (small light stain). College Station, Texas. Feb. 8, 1893.
"I send you a letter from the Huntsville Confederates which I would be pleased to have you attend to at the earliest possible moment...I will try to come in and see you Saturday and if you have anything of importance to speak of you had better wait until that time..."
Price: USD 500.00 other currencies   order no. 5568   details     inquire
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HAMPTON, Wade A.L.S. by the Confederate Brigadier General engaged at Bull Run and Gettysburg; grandson of American Revolutionary general and politician of the same name; Governor of South Carolina. 1 page, 8vo (glue stains on verso). N.p. Oct. 24, 1865.
1818-1902 "Having been informed yesterday that some Negro had lodged a complaint in your office against me, I wish to ask that the officer who goes down to Mrs. Singleton be directed to call in my overseer to investigate the matter..."
Price: USD 500.00 other currencies   order no. 5569   details     inquire
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GOUNOD, Charles François A.L.S. by the French composer best known for his acclaimed opera Faust, to a friend, mentioning his operas, Tristan and Romeo and Juliette. 1 page, 8vo, in French, on plain paper, with bold signature (light toning on edge, verso). N.p. Nov. 27, 1882.
1818-1893
Price: USD 300.00 other currencies   order no. 5570   details     inquire
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TENNYSON, Jean Inscribed photo of the American operatic soprano, in the role of Gilda in Verdi's Rigoletto, inscribed to New York City Police Commissioner Joseph Schulz. Sepia tone, 10 1/2" x 14", with photographer's signature and date in white in the lower right corner. Mounted on cardboard. N.p. 1934.
Inscribed at right edge: "To Mr. J. Schultz [sic]%u2014with my very best wishes Jean Tennyson 1934."
Price: USD 300.00 other currencies   order no. 5574   details     inquire
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KOVACS, Ernie Rare A.L. signed "Ernie" by the American comedian and television pioneer, to Johnny (Carson). 2 pp., square 8vo, blind-stamped personal letterhead, (2 file holes in top margin). Beverly Hills, California. N.d.
1919-1962 Accompanied by promotional photograph of cast of TV show, black and white, 10" x 8", showing Kovacs in prison stripes and mug shot number with four cast members apprehending him. "...It looks like I won't be able to schedule anything for awhile%u2014leaving for N.Y. returning in late Feb%u2014starting a picture here in March%u2014then in Italy for another right after..."
Price: USD 550.00 other currencies   order no. 5576   details     inquire
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PEABODY, Nathaniel A.D.S. bearing two signatures, one in rare form "Dr. Nathaniel Peabody", by the Revolutionary War militia leader, delegate to the Continental Congress, and noted colonial physician, an agreement specifying that his nanny has been paid in clothing. 1 page, oblong 8vo, notation on verso (small split, 3 ink smudges do not obscure text). N.p. Mar. 23, 1804. Very good.
1742-1823
Price: USD 300.00 other currencies   order no. 5577   details     inquire
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WRIGHT, Marcus J. War-date D.S. with rank by Confederate Brigadier General from Tennessee who distinguished himself at Chickamauga; later appointed agent of the War Department to compile the Official Records of the War of the Rebellion, regarding the defense of Atlanta as Sherman's army approached. Includes provision to impress slaves "if the Negroes cannot be hired." 2 pp., folio, partially printed (hole near top, worn). Atlanta, Georgia. Jul. 5, 1864.
1831-1922
Price: USD 1,100.00 other currencies   order no. 5579   details     inquire
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HUSTON, Walter Inscribed vintage photograph of the American actor and Oscar winner. Sepia tone, 8" x 10" bust shot captioned in white with his name and "Metro Goldwyn-Mayer" (glue stains on verso). N.p. Mar. 16, 1934.
1884-1950 Inscribed beside face: "To...with all good wishes Walter Huston."
Price: USD 275.00 other currencies   order no. 5580   details     inquire
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KANE, Helen Inscribed vintage photograph of the American singer and actress known as the "voice of Betty Boop." Hand-tinted 8" x 10" of the singer with a "Boop" haircut and the famously up-from-under eyes (glue stains on verso). Jun. 13, 1931.
1908-1966 Inscribed in lower right corner: "For...most sincerely Helen Kane (Boop Boopu do)."
Price: USD 400.00 other currencies   order no. 5581   details     inquire
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COOPER, Jackie Inscribed photo by the child star of the "Our Gang" movies, aka The Little Rascals. Black and white, 8" x 10" bust shot of smiling Cooper, his name in the white caption marked "Metro Goldwyn-Mayer" (glue stains on verso). N.p. Ca. 1930.
1922- Inscribed as an adult, in lower left in green ink: "To...Best wishes%u2014Jackie Cooper."
Price: USD 275.00 other currencies   order no. 5582   details     inquire
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PICKFORD, Mary Inscribed vintage photograph of the silent screen star, Oscar winner, and co-founder of United Artists. 8" x 10", professionally hand-tinted, profile bust of "America's Sweetheart" with huge, pom-pom flowers (signature contrast fair, glue stains on verso). N.p. Ca. 1929.
1893-1979 Inscribed in lower left: "To...Sincerely yours Mary Pickford."
Price: USD 300.00 other currencies   order no. 5583   details     inquire
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REIK, Theodor The Secret Self: Psychoanalytic Experiences in Life and Literature. Inscribed book by the Austrian-American psychoanalyst. 329 pages, 8vo, half-cloth, d.w (chipped and worn). New York: Farrar, Straus and Young, (1952).
1888-1969 Inscribed and signed boldly in full on the flyleaf (under which a small part of the page has been slightly damaged by a smudge and a partially removed piece of tape): "To... / Cordially / Theodor Reik / Novemb. 6th 1953."
Price: USD 150.00 other currencies   order no. 5584   details     inquire
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HERSEY, John Hiroshima. Inscribed book by the American author. 118 pages, small thin 8vo, cloth, d.w. (worn). New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1946. First edition
1914-1993 Inscribed and signed in full on the blank page opposite title page: "For... / with many thanks / for an evening, once, in / the Cort Theater. / John Hersey."
Price: USD 100.00 other currencies   order no. 5589   details     inquire
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CIVIL WAR -- Gen. Lorenzo Thomas Signature with rank of the Union Major General, as Adjutant General, by the appointed Secretary of War who never served as his predecessor Stanton refused to leave. 4" x 1 1/2" slip cut from larger sheet, mounted on paper. N.p. Ca. 1861.
1804-1875 "By order of Sec'ty of War L. Thomas Adjutant General."
Price: USD 100.00 other currencies   order no. 5599   details     inquire
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HIRSCHFELD, Al Inscribed 1985 Hirschfeld calendar signed "the HIRSCHFELDS" by the legendary American theatre caricaturist. 11" x 11", 12 month calendar with red cover, in mint condition. N.p. Dec. 12, 1984.
1903-2003 Inscribed inside cover below printed signature: "Health, luck and peace for the New Year the HIRSCHFELDS 12/12/84."
Price: USD 75.00 other currencies   order no. 5600   details     inquire
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MODJESKI, Ralph (Rudolf Modrzejewski) T.L.S. by the Polish-born American bridge designer of such well-known bridges as the San Francisco Bay Bridge, the Ben Franklin Bridge in Philadelphia, and the Blue Water Bridge connecting Port Huron, Michigan with Ontario, Canada. 1 page, sq. 8vo, on personal stationery, to a woman seeking an autograph by his mother, famous Polish Shakespearian actress Helena Modrezejewska, aka Madame Modjeski (inner leaves newsprint stained, slight discoloration to typed page). New York. May 6, 1930.
1861-1940 "...I am sending you herewith a letter of my Mother, written from London to her Mother, the third page being to her niece..."
Price: USD 100.00 other currencies   order no. 5601   details     inquire
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MODJESKI, Ralph (Rudolf Modrzejewski) A.L.S. by the Polish-born American bridge designer of such well-known bridges as the San Francisco Bay Bridge, the Ben Franklin Bridge in Philadelphia, and the Blue Water Bridge connecting Port Huron, Michigan with Ontario, Canada. 1 page, sm. 8vo, on blindstamped "Arlington Club Portland, Oregon" stationery, transmitting a letter by his mother, famous Polish Shakespearan actress Helena Modrezejewska, aka Madame Modjeski, to a collector (rust stain from paperclip in upper left corner). Portland, Oregon. Jan. 18, 1914.
1861-1940 "...I am sorry it is written in Polish, but all I have now are letters written to membersof the family."
Price: USD 175.00 other currencies   order no. 5602   details     inquire
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HART, William S. A.L. signed "Bill Hart" by the American actor famed as a western hero in silent films, such as "The Passing of Two Gun Hick" and "The Virginian," to (William) Edwards of the Samuel French publishing company regarding a script. 1 page, 4to, on "The Waldorf Astoria" vintage stationery. New York. Ca. 1922.
1872-1946 "...If you will send the...to me about Feb 1922 providing you have not sold it..."
Price: USD 125.00 other currencies   order no. 5603   details     inquire
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KUNI Rare signature of the Imperial High Prince of Japan and brother of Emperor Hirohito and first cousin of the Mikado, in roman script. 1 page, 8vo, on plain, heavy cream paper, probably signed during his visit to the 1909 Hudson-Fulton Exposition (very light discolorations on face, glue stains on verso). Ca. 1909.
Bold and striking handwriting: "Prince Kuni...Japan."
Price: USD 250.00 other currencies   order no. 5604   details     inquire
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SLAVERY -- Texas Callously indifferent Ms. D.S. of appeal brought before the Texas Supreme Court, regarding the death of a runaway hired slave, never mentioned by name in the document, and the subsequent suit by the owner for damages. 13 pp., folio, on gray paper, four holes punched into top margin for binding, metal rings in each hole (rust stains, light foxing to first page, some margin edges lightly frayed, some chipping of last pages around punch holes). (Austin), Texas. Feb. 21, 1856.
"...As far as any liability for failing to return the negro man was concerned, it most clearly was not a debt grounded upon any contract in writing. The value of the negro was not set forth in the contract..."
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TUTU, Desmond Inscribed first-day cover featuring George Washington Carver, by the South African Nobel Peace Prize winner. 6 1/2" x 3 3/4", postmarked at the Tuskagee Institute on Jan. 5, 1948 (previous owners address label in lower right corner). N.p., n.d.
1931- Inscribed in blue pen: "God bless, Desmond Tutu."
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FREEMASONRY Mysterious D.S. apparently accepting a member to the order in the "Seventeenth and Eighteenth Degrees." 1 page, 4to, with heading in Latin above a two-headed eagle surmounted by a crown and radiant triangle containing the number "33." Hebrew letters form a border and the date is likewise in Hebrew. A red and gold seal rather like a notary's at bottom margin (one piece of tape on verso). Charleston, South Carolina. Apr. 28, 1876. Fine.
"...by his uniform zeal and singularly zealous charity, I do with pleasure, by these Letters-Patentof inspection grant unto you Chapter permission forthwith..."
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GANDHI, Indira Frank and substantive T.L.S. by the Indian Prime Minister to Briton Edward Heath, Head of the Brandt Commission. 2 pp., long 4to, on pale yellow "Prime Minister" letterhead (initials and date in upper right most probably recipient's, two staples, one punch hole in upper left). New Delhi. Dec. 21, 1980.
"...The world is becoming increasingly interdependent whether we like it or not. The ominous recession in international economic policy matters directly jeopardizes economic stability and the progress of developing nations. We are severely hit. If adequate measures are not taken soon in these inter-related issues, those who are so complacent today cannot escape its impact..."
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THATCHER, Margaret Substantive T.L. signed "Margaret" to Edward Heath, Head of the Brandt Commission. 3 pp., long 4to, on "10 Downing Street" letterhead, holograph salutation, blind-stamped second pages, and margin notes by recipients in pencil and pen (initials and note in top margin by recipients, one hole punched in upper left, staple holes). London. Jul 15, 1980.
1925- "...We thought that the international banking system should have, and should be able to discharge, the primary role in recycling surpluses. But I agree with you that the scale of the problems is even bigger this time round, and it is not going to be possible to deal with it so easily..."
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MITTERAND, François Optimistic T.L.S. by the French President to Briton Edward Heath, Head of the Brandt Commission. 1 page, long 4to, in French, on Presidential letterhead regarding topics of international concern (initials in top margin by recipients). Paris. Aug. 18, 1981.
1916-1996 "...Vos positions sur les quatre principaux probl`emes que rencontre aujourd'hui le Tiers-Monde (finance, énergie, alimentation, commerce) rejoignent souvent les miennes. Je me félicite d'ailleurs que le Sommet des pays industrialisés, `a OTTAWA, ait été l'occasion de progr`es réels..."
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HOUDINI, Harry. The Unmasking of Robert-Houdin, inscribed book by the Hungarian-born American magician. Frontis, illus. w/drawings and photographs, 319 pp., 8vo, gilt-stamped pictorial tan cloth (light wear). N.Y.: 1908.
1874-1926 Early presentation copy in the year of publication, inscribed on the flyleaf: "To...with compliments and best wishes from the Author Harry Houdini April 14, 1908."
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NEWTON, A. Edward. I Want! I Want!,
Oak Knoll 1932 First Frontispiece illustration, unpaginated, slim 8vo, in original printedwrappersbound with string. Privately printed in Oak Knoll, Christmas 1932. Fine. fine Inscribed on flyleaf: " I want, I want to go to England now that the winter's come Why? To get a heavy cold. A. Edward Newton November 29, 1933 For..."
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HELLER, Joseph Good as Gold. Inscribed limited first edition by the American author. 447 pages, 8vo, navy blue cloth, mylar sleeve, handsome yellow slipcase. New York: Simon & Schuster, (1979). Near fine.
1923-1999 Signed in full on the limitation page.
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BEATTIE, Ann Park City: New and Selected Stories
New York Alfred A. Knopf 1998 478 pages, 8vo, cloth-backed boards, d.w. New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1998. Near fine. hardcover near fine near fine Inscribed and signed in full on the flyleaf: "For...more thanks than I can say & warm best wishes Ann Beattie NYC 1998"
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NIXON, Richard M. (1913-1994) The Real War.
1980 341 pages, 8vo, red cloth, d.w. New York: Warner Books, (1980). Very good. hardcover very goodInscribed and signed in full on the half-title page: "To...With best wishes from Richard Nixon"
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HOPKINSON, Francis Document Signed as Treasurer of Loans by the Signer of the Declaration of Independence. An engraved 30 day sight draft, ordering the U.S. Commissioners to pay Timothy Newell "Thirty Dollars, in One Hundred and Fifty Livres Tournois for interest due on Money borrowed by the United States." Countersigned by Nath. Appleton, Commmissioner of the Continental Loan Office in Massachusetts Bay. October 28, 1778. Fine condition.
Beautifully framed together with a 19th century engraved portrait of Hopkinson, Outer measurement 22" x 13"
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TREVES, Sir Frederick (1853-1923) Vintage photograph signed in full by the pioneer abdominal surgeon and physician to Joseph Merrick, The Elephant Man.
1920 Depicts 3/4 portrait of Treves wearing full academic robes. Pale signature on lower portion of photograph. 3 1/4 x 5 1/2. Circa 1920.
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BENAVENTE, Jacinto Autographed Letter Signed
1950 Autographed Letter signed in full by the Nobel Prize-winning author to the Ambassador of Argentina. The gracious letter expresses regret for being unable to attend a cocktail party for the Fiesta Nacional Argentina and extends best wishes to General Peron. 1 page personal stationery with two punch holes on the left edge. 8 1/2 x 6. N.p. May 22, 1950. very good
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CAPOTE, Truman Typewritten contract signed in full by the author of well-known works In Cold Blood and Breakfast at Tiffany's. In this contract, Capote agrees to rendering his services as an on-camera, off-camera host and interviewer in connection with two television programs entitled "Crimewatch." 4 pages. 4to. New York, NY, April 11, 1973.
1924-1984 "...We will accord you screen credit on a separate card or crawl frame of the main title of each program following the announcement of the main title, "CRIMEWATCH", substantially as follows: "WITH TRUMAN CAPOTE"...
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CURTIS, Charles Typed letter signed by the 31st Vice-President of the United States. This attentive letter is written to aviation pioneer Henry Woodhouse promising an investigation as to why information provided by Mr. Woodhouse was used without his permission. 1 page on 'The Vice President's Chamber' letterhead. 4to. Washington, D.C., March 18, 1932.
1830-1936 "...I am this day bringing the same to the attention of Senator Fess...I am sorry indeed any of your material was used without notifying you..."
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NEWELL, Peter Original 2 3/4" x 2 3/4" water color with accompanying autographed letter signed in full by the artist and illustrator known for his playful visual style and inventive wordplay. The water color depicts The Griphon and the Guinea Pig from Alice in Wonderland and the 1 page letter offers warmth and sympathy to an unknown admirer. Lernia, New Jersey, February 11, 1905.
1862-1924 "...believe me to be one who truly sympathizes with you in your ill-health. I take the liberty of sending you a little sketch..."
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VALLEE, Rudy Original pencil portriat signed in full
by the radio, film and television star responsible for launching the "crooning" style of singing. This sleepy-face portrait includes an inscription by Vallee: "Nice work of a poor subject!...Rudy Vallee." and artist signature: "Hoff 2-3-37". Slight chips around edges, not affecting drawing, inscription or signature. 8 x 10. February 3. 1937.
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CARDOZO, Benjamin N. (1870-1938) Autographed letter signed in full by the Supreme Court Justice chosen to replace Oliver Wendell Holmes.
1935 This thoughtful letter was written expressing regret at missing the visit of a friend. 2 pages, 5" x 7 3/4". Supreme Court letterhead. January 21, 1935. "I am sorrier than I can tell you that I was employed in an important conference...I appreciate the visit, and venture to express the hope that you may be willing to repeat it..."
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Du MAURIER, Daphne Typed letter signed "Daphne" by the novelist and short story writer. This complimentary letter written to her friend and lawyer, Fanny (Holtzmann), contains compliments after reading Ms. Holtmann's autobiography. 2 pages on plain white paper. 4to. Cornwall, England. January 27, 1976.
1907-1989 "...One thing that did surprise me was right at the start when you visit Frogmore for tea...and Queen Mary addresses King George as "Majesty"! ...to say "Majesty" to him sounds very strange indeed. Are you abosolutely sure of this? It takes me back to the sixteenth century and one of his wives talking to Henry VIII! Never mind. Small point. So I won't quibble..."
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Du MAURIER, Daphne Typed letter signed "Daphne" by the novelist and short story writer to friend and lawyer Fanny (Holtzmann). This letter grants Ms. Holtzmann permission to use a quote for her biography and provides an update on her childrens' marital status and whereabouts. 1 page on plain white paper. 4to. Cornwall, England. August 7, 1974.
1907-1989 Also included are the original correspondence from Ms. Holtzman (2 pages on yellow paper;stapled on upper right corner) as well as a photo copy permission-granting legal document . "...Family all well. Tessa and her David Montgomery off to South America any moment for the Industrial Fair in Brazil. Hope they don't get involved in a revolution..."
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NESBIT, Cathleen Fabulous 8 page autographed letter signed "Cathleen" by the English Actress. This letter written to actress and writer Ludi Claire details her being "invested" by the Queen. 8 pages on blue paper. 8vo. London. Circa March 15, 1978.
1889-1982 "...It was a fascinating experience. Everything moved with such perfect precision...The Queen is really admirable the way she does her homework! Shae can't have even heard of me -- as a girl, horses, not plays were her hobby..."
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WEBBER, Andrew Lloyd Black & white photo signed "A.L. Webber" in blue ink by the composer and songwriter responsible for several long-running West End and Broadway shows. This 3/4 portrait depicts a long-haired Webber with an earphone wearing an open-necked white shirt and blazer. 4to with 1" white border. n.p. Circa 1978.
1948-
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BURGESS, Anthony Typed letter signed in full by the author and literary critic to (Curt) Strand, president of Hilton International. This playful and reassuring letter addresses his criticism of the Hilton at Stratford-upon-Avon. Bold signature in violet marker. 1 page on Princeton University letterhead. 8 1/2 x 11. New Jersey, March 20, 1971.
1917-1993 "...Still, I recognise that the Stratford Hilton is a very Shakespearean enterprise, and I am sure that the ghost of Will will haunt your bars. I may even haunt them myself when I visit England again..."
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CAMP, Walter Typed letter signed in full by the director the naval athletic program and reknown innovator of football in the United States. This letter is a follow up to one he wrote a day earlier regarding the men he nominated as educational trainers. 1 page on Navy Department stationery. 4to. New Haven, CT, January 15, 1918.
"...I have not heard from Col. Bingham since but I have written him asking him if I should write the men personally myself...I have had many offers from other men who are ready to take it up, and, as you said, the parents of boys in Aviation who know conditions are very anxious to have this thing done and done at once..."
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WEST POINT - War Games Pass War Game pass signed by military cadets and future Civil War generals , Horace Porter, Richard Delafield and future confederate officer William Hardee. This document, the result of a war game played at the U.S. Military at West Point, states that a cadet named Jackson is to be paroled from Camp Robert E. Lee, by order of Hardee ("W. Hardee"), witnessed by Porter (signed in full) and delivered by Delafield (signed in full). 1 page on blue paper, front and back, slightly stained on upper margin of front page and lower right corner of back page. 5 x 6 1/4. June 29th, 1839. Rare.

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CRAWFORD, Joan Typed Letter signed in full by the Academy Award winning actress telling a friend about her latest movie role. 1 page on personal stationery including envelope. 6 1/2" x 10 1/2". West Los Angeles, September 7, 1943.
1904-1977 "...Thank you for your good wishes on my new contract at Warner Brothers. My first picture will be 'Night Shift'...It is a wonerful book and should make a wonderful picture...I do hope you have heard from your brother. I know you must worry when you don't know where he is..."
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BRYANT, William Cullen Autographed couplet signed in full by the poet and editor-in-chief of The Saturday Evening Post.
1878 Framed together with a fine contemporary steel engraved portrait of Bryant in green matte and brown frame. 1 page on plain stationery. Couplet: 5 1/2" x 9". Frame: 15 1/2" x 13 1/4". Unbound "'No pampered bloom of the greenhouse chamber, had half the charm of the lawn's first flower.' William Cullen Bryant, New York, February 13th, 1878."
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BURGER, WARREN E. (1907-1995) Attractive First Day Cover signed in full by the Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court from 1969 to 1986. The cover commemorates Justice Harlan Fiske Stone with engraved illustrations of Justice Stone and The Supreme Court Building. 6 1/2" x 3 1/2". Postmarked August 25, 1948.

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THOMAS, Clarence First Day Cover boldly signed in full by the Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court. This first day cover commemorating the history and significance of the The Supreme Court includes an engraved, color illustration of the The Supreme Court Building and a brief description of its history. 6 1/2" x 3 1/2". Postmarked November 17, 1983.
1948-
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KENTON, Stan Charming Ink caricature by Kaliff, signed in full by the Big Band and Jazz Band leader. This sly, mounted 1/2 portrait emphasizes Kenton's jutting chin, prominent nose and sleepy yet knowing eyes. 9" x 13". Circa 1960.
1911-1979
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SHAFTESBURY, LORD - Anthony Ashley-Cooper