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LIVINGSTON, Edward Autographed letter signed in full by the Mayor of New York City, Secretary of State, staff member of Andrew Jackson at the Battle of New Orleans, senator from Louisiana and influential figure in the drafting of the Louisiana Purchase. This letter lobbies on behalf of a friend's application for his son's appointment as a Midshipman in the U.S. Navy. 1 page, 8" x 9 1/2'. n.p. February 6, 1832.
1764-1836 "I have been requested by...in aid of his application...for his son as a Midshipman in the Navy, to that which I do with pleasure...it would give me great pleasure to hear that you have been able to gratify...his application..."
Price: USD 175.00 other currencies   order no. 6138   details     inquire
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MILLER, Glenn Gracious typed 3-line thank you letter signed in full by the jazz musician and popular Big Band leader. 1 page on Glenn Miller Orchestra letterhead. 7" x 10 1/2". New York, March 11, 1942.
1904-1944 "...Just a line to thank you for your thoughtful remembrance and your good wishes. Sincerely yours, Glenn Miller"
Price: USD 400.00 other currencies   order no. 6139   details     inquire
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LUCE, Henry R. Friendly typed letter signed "Harry" by the influential publisher and founder of Time and Fortune magazines, written to Herbert Mayes of McCall's magazine for Mayes' work as editor and for his choice of successor. 1 page on Time Incorporated letterhead. 7" x 11". New York, August 20, 1965.
1898-1967 "...This note is a double-header of praise and compliment...on your outstanding performance as an editor -- devoted to that tyranny we love, the tyranny of the free press. With all good wishes for your continued labors and personal well-being..."
Price: USD 125.00 other currencies   order no. 6140   details     inquire
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LUCE, Henry R. Diplomatic letter signed "Harry" by the influential publisher and founder of Time and Fortune magazines, responding to a seemingly candid yet somewhat complimentary letter. 1 page on Time Incorporated letterhead. 7" x 11". New York,Jan. 14, 1963
1898-1967 "...I was momentarily staggered by your remark and wondered whether...I should retire hastily to an old soldier's home. But I soon got over that feeling in the pressure of business and have long since forgotten it..."
Price: USD 125.00 other currencies   order no. 6141   details     inquire
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NASH, Ogden Playful typed letter signed in full by the poet and humorist, suggesting possible alternative to "The Star Spangled Banner" as the United States' national anthem. 1 page on personal stationery. 8 1/2" x 11". New York, March 28, 1958.
1902-1917 "...What I myself feel would be an indigenous and rousing anthem would be a really inspired new lyric to "John Brown's Body." The Julia Ward Howe version is far too highfalutin. I'd love to see Oscar Hammerstein take a crack at it..."
Price: USD 200.00 other currencies   order no. 6142   details     inquire
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HENIE, Sonja Vintage, sepia-toned photograph inscribed and signed in full by the gold medal winning figure skater and film actress. This portrait photo shows Henie flashing a radiant smile and wearing a beaded blouse and ornate headpiece. Inscribed in blue ink in the lower right corner. 5 1/2" x 7". n.p. January 15, 1942.
1912-1969 Inscription: "To Virginia, Good Luck! Sonja Henie"
Price: USD 175.00 other currencies   order no. 6143   details     inquire
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BERNSTEIN, Leonard Signed Photograph
1957 Fine autographed photograph signed "Lenny Bernstein" and inscribed to New York Philharmonic concert master John Corigliano. 8" x 10" black-and-white photograph of Bernstein wearing a suit and holding a cigarette while looking over a score. Inscription and signature clearly legible in pink ink on the lower right portion of the photo. very good Inscription: "To Johnny Corigliano with affection & admiration, Lenny Bernstein. 1957"
Price: USD 750.00 other currencies   order no. 6144   details     inquire
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ROSINSKI, Arthur Vintage black & white close-up photograph signed in full by the classical music conductor and inscribed to New York Philharmonic Concert Master John Corigliano. Inscription in black ink on left side of photo with several cracks and small tear on top center. Photographer's identification stamp on verso. 7" x 9". Circa 1942.
"To my friend John Corigliano the splendid artist with many thanks for highly artistic cooperation.Arthur Rosinski. '42."
Price: USD 125.00 other currencies   order no. 6145   details     inquire
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PONS, Lily Autographed letter signed in full by the French-born U.S. coloratura soprano, responding to a request by a musicologist for information regarding Recardo Vines. 1 page on personal letterhead stapled together with the envelope in which Pons' letter was sent and the typed letter which requested the information. 7" x 10 1/4". Texas, July 31, 1973.
1898-1976 "...Ricardo Vines was a dear friend. We went to Buenos Aires where I was at the Theatre Colon Opera. He was not only a great pianist but a wonderful human being. It was a long time since I was there! 1935...."
Price: USD 200.00 other currencies   order no. 6146   details     inquire
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TAYLOR, Deems 3 wonderfully informative autograph letters and a letter fragment, all written and one signed by the composer and music critic discussing his opera The King's Henchman. Together, 14 and a half pages on personal letterhead with severe tears on the fragment page. 6" x 7". New York, January 2, 1927; Monday; Friday; November 2, 1926.
1885-1966 "...What I planned to do, if possible, was to get a first-night audience assembled, knowing neither the story nor the score beforehand, and see if the show wouldn't get over to them sufficiently...I can't help feeling that until an American audience goes to a new opera as it goes to a new play there's not much future for American Opera..." "...Good as the score of 'The Magic Flute" is, it's a rotten show, a damned silly entertainment, and I wish it could be done in English, to show just how silly it is..."
Price: USD 750.00 other currencies   order no. 6147   details     inquire
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SCHUMANN, Clara Autographed letter signed in full by the pianist and composer as well as the wife of composer Robert Schuman, regretting that she cannot play at a concert at the Musical Union. 3 pages on folded stationery paper. In English. n.p. February 16, 1867.
1819-1896 "...Mr. Chappell reengaged me for all the time I shall remain here, I could not accept any engagements than by him. I am anxious to say you this, as perhaps you could make any arrangements for your concert..."
Price: USD 2,000.00 other currencies   order no. 6148   details     inquire
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COOPER, Gary Autographed black and white photograph signed in full by the two-time Academy Award winning actor. Portrait photo with a 1/4" white border depicts Cooper wearing a sports-jacket and polka-dot tie, flashing an exceptionally winning smile. Signature in black ink in lower right corner. 5' x 7". Circa 1961.
1901-1961
Price: USD 375.00 other currencies   order no. 6150   details     inquire
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OPERA CAVALCADE Opera Cavalcade: The Story of the Metropolitan. Book signed by 55 opera stars. 68 pages, frontispiece, profusely illustrated with black-and-white photographs, slim 4to, pictorial boards, mylar sleeve. New York: Metropolitan Opera Guild Inc., (1938).
Signed in full by 55 opera stars throughout the book. Only six of the signatures are clipped and affixed. All signatures appear on or adjacent to the appropriate photographs. Some non-clipped signatures include: Lauritz Melchior, Rosa Ponselle, Ezio Pinza, Lucrezia Bori, Giovanni Martinelli, Lawrence Tibbet, Lily Pons, Grace Moore, Giuseppe di Luca, and Kirsten Flagstad.
Price: USD 1,750.00 other currencies   order no. 6152   details     inquire
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ROBESON, Paul The Children of Mu. Signed book by the African-American singer, actor, and left-wing activist. 266 pages, frontispiece and other black-and-white illustrations, 8vo, blue cloth (spine sun-faded). London: Rider & Co., n.d.
1898-1976 Robeson's copy of the book by James Churchward. Signed in full by Robeson inside the front cover.
Price: USD 75.00 other currencies   order no. 6158   details     inquire
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GOLDMAN, Emma My Disillusionment in Russia. Inscribed book by the Russian-born anarchist. 2 volumes, together 420 pages, 8vo, burgundy cloth (Vol. 2 darker and unsigned; inner hinge cracked). Garden City: Doubleday, Page & Company, 1923-24.
1869-1940 Volume 1 is in very good condition and is inscribed on the flyleaf: "Dr...With my compliments Emma Goldman London Aug. 1925" Very rare.
Price: USD 1,500.00 other currencies   order no. 6160   details     inquire
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FELLER, Bob Signed baseball by the legendary Hall-of-Fame pitcher who spent his entire 18-year career with the Cleveland Indians. N.p., circa 1996.
1918- Official Rawlings American League ball, signed in full on the sweet spot. Feller also made note of several of his accomplishments, writing "'48 W.S. champs" and "266 wins" on the sweet spot and adding "3 no Hitters '40, '46 + '51" below the stitches.
Price: USD 175.00 other currencies   order no. 6161   details     inquire
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SNIDER, Duke Signed baseball by the Hall-of-Fame outfielder who spent the majority of his 18-year career with the Brooklyn and Los Angeles Dodgers. N.p., signed in person on June 14, 1988.
1926- Official Rawlings National League ball, signed in full in sky-blue ink on the sweet spot.
Price: USD 100.00 other currencies   order no. 6162   details     inquire
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PEEL, Sir Robert (1788-1850) Autographed free frank addressed and signed in full by the Prime Minister who helped create the modern concept of the "police" force.
Includes faded, orange ink postmark stamp and red wax seal in lower right corner. 5" x 3 1/4". Nov. 2, no year.
Price: USD 175.00 other currencies   order no. 6164   details     inquire
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POLK, James K. Trimmed envelope addressed but unsigned in the 11th President's own hand to the Edward Everett an esteemed statesman and speaker of the two hour speech at the Soldier's National Cemetery that preceded Abraham Lincoln's Gettysburg Address. 5 1/4" x 2 1/4". n.p., n.d.
1795-1849 "Hon Edward Everett / .... Min. Plenipotentiary / of the U. States to Great Britain / London / In lower left corner: " Genl Armstrong U.S. Consul at (Liverpool ?)"
Price: USD 500.00 other currencies   order no. 6165   details     inquire
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ISRAELS, Jozef Autographed paper fragment signed in full by the painter known for his detailed and emotional oil and water color paintings. Addressed in the painter's hand to a woman in New York. 4 1/2" x 3 1/2".
1824-1911 "The Hague, 7 March 1910 To Miss Gertrude Hochschild, New York From Jozef Israels"
Price: USD 100.00 other currencies   order no. 6167   details     inquire
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HUGHES, Sarah T. First day cover signed signed in full by the U.S. District Court judge who swore Lyndon Johnson in as President aboard Air Force One following the assassination of John F. Kennedy. This first day cover commemorates John F. Kennedy and includes a black and white portrait of the President above a quote from his inaugural address. Also includes a 5-cent memorial stamp as well as a postmark stamp in black ink. 6 1/2" x 3 1/2". Boston, May 29, 1964.
1896-1985 Quote: "Ask not what your country can do for you-ask what you can do for your country..."
Price: USD 200.00 other currencies   order no. 6168   details     inquire
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EISENHOWER / PERSHING / FLONZALEY QUARTET Autographed album page with full signatures of famed Army general John Joseph "Black Jack" Pershing as well as General and President Dwight D. Eisenhower. On verso are full signatures of the New York based Flonzaley Quartet members Adolphi Betti, Louis Bailly, Alfret Ponchon and Iwan d'Archambeau.. 6" x 4".
John J. Pershing, January 7, 1920. Dwight D. Eisenhower. July 9, 1952 The Flonzale Quartet, Des Monies, Iowa, February, 1920.
Price: USD 300.00 other currencies   order no. 6169   details     inquire
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HARDING, Warren Typed letter signed in full by the 29th President of the United States thanking members of the Massachusetts State Grange for their support. 1 page on The White House letterhead. 6 1/2" x 9". Washington, December 22, 1921.
1865-1923 "...I trust, and confidently anticipate, that our hopes are destined to a most gratifyingrealization. Assurances of support and approval, such as your own...have gone far to sustain and encourage us..."
Price: USD 800.00 other currencies   order no. 6171   details     inquire
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TAFT, William Howard (1857-1930) Heart-felt typed letter signed "W. H. Taft" by the then Secretary of War,
1908 thanking the widow of a friend for offering congratulations on his presidential nomination andher constant support. 1 page on personal stationery. Letter typed in blue ink. 5 1/2" x 8". Hot Springs, Virginia, July 13, 1908. "...I never go through Philadelphia... that your husband's memory does not come back to me... He is one of the men, whom, if he had lived, I should have felt like consulting with reference to my Administration... for he was an eminently wise counsellor..."
Price: USD 275.00 other currencies   order no. 6174   details     inquire
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TAFT, William Howard (1857-1930) Sympathetic typed letter signed in full by the then Secretary of War,
1904 offering condolences to a friend on the loss of a child. 1 page on War Department letterhead and typed in blue ink. 8" x 10 1/2". Washington, February 6, 1904. "...I extend to you...my heartfelt sympathy. I have three children, and if two were taken away at a blow, I do not know whether I could retain my faculties. Still, one must be brave under certain circumstances and face the inevitable, seeking in hard and earnest work the only means of recovering..."
Price: USD 300.00 other currencies   order no. 6175   details     inquire
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ROOSEVELT, Theodore Short typed letter signed "T. Roosevelt" by the former President, complimenting Chancellor John Allison of the Davidson County Courts in Tennessee on the tone of a letter he sent. 1 page on The Outlook letterhead. 7" x 7 1/2". New York, November 8, 1912.
1858-1919 "...Your letter of November 4th is really interesting because it shows how cool and sane your judgment is..."
Price: USD 600.00 other currencies   order no. 6176   details     inquire
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JOHNSON, Andrew (1808-1875) Partially printed legal document signed in full by Johnson as President
appointing Walter B. Seates Collector of the Customs for the District of Chicago in the State of Illinois. 17" x 14" document includes full signature of Jackson's Secretary of the Treasury - Hugh McCollough - and engraved eagle emblem at the top. City of Washington, June 11, 1866.
Price: USD 1,250.00 other currencies   order no. 6178   details     inquire
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WELLS, William "Dicky" Vintage black & white photograph inscribed and signed "Dicky Wells" by the man considered the greatest jazz trombonist of all time for his unique vibrato and rhythmic ingenuity. Best known for leading All-Star combos throughout the 1940's and 1950's. Photo depicts a suited and smiling Wells, seated at a table displaying his trombone. Inscribed and signed in black ink in the light area above Wells' head. 1/4" white border. 10" x 8".
1907-1985 Inscription: "To Dennis. Dicky Wells. I wish you the Best."
Price: USD 350.00 other currencies   order no. 6180   details     inquire
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LISTON, Melba Rare, vintage black and white photograph inscribed and signed in full by the influential jazz arranger and the first woman jazz musician to be featured in a major group, first with Dizzy Gillespie, then with Count Basie. She later toured with Billie Holiday and worked with Quincy Jones in the musical Free And Easy. This grainy but well preserved photo depicts Liston playing the trombone. Inscribed and signed on the white 3/4" inch border at the bottom. 10" x 8". n.p. Circa 1951.
1926-1999 Inscription: "Best Wishes to Dennis, Sincerely, Melba Liston"
Price: USD 225.00 other currencies   order no. 6181   details     inquire
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LATEEF, Yusef Autographed promotional photograph inscribed and signed in full by the virtuoso jazz musician whose longevity and ability to change with each new jazz trend has made him a legendary performer whose career has spanned b-bop, smooth, fusion, etc. This black & white portrait photograph depicts Lateef wearing a skull cap and holding a flute. The 1" white border carries Lateef's name as well as contact information for his manager and recording company. 8" x "10. n.p. Circa 1971.
1920- "To Bro:...In Peace, Bro. Yusef A. Lateef
Price: USD 125.00 other currencies   order no. 6182   details     inquire
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REIK, Theodor Rare autographed letter signed in full by the psychoanalyst who trained as one of Freud's first students and whose study of Flaubert's Temptation of St. Anthony, is acknowledged as the first psychoanalytic dissertation ever written. This letter was written to a correspondent thanking her for a book. 1 page on personal letterhead. 8 1/2" x 11". New York, October 17, 1961.
1888-1969 "...I have a deadline for delivering a manuscript and it must therefore wait. Your lines gave me who is an old has-been, great pleasure..."
Price: USD 600.00 other currencies   order no. 6183   details     inquire
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GEORGE IV - George Augustus Frederick Historically important autographed document signed "George IV" by the King of England who became Prince Regent when George III became permanently deranged. This document ratifies an act of the Paris peace treaty which redistributed territories after Napoleon's abdication in 1814. 7 pages on thick white paper with embossed paper seal. 8" x 12 1/2". Carlton House, England, December 9, 1818.
1762-1830
Price: USD 1,850.00 other currencies   order no. 6184   details     inquire
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WHITNEY Jr., Eli Autographed letter signed "E. Whitney" by the man who ran the Armory established by his famed father, inventor and manufacturer Eli Whitney, and who also gained his own measure of fame by manufacturing the famous "Whitneyville Walker Colts" for the Texas Rangers. This letter requests delivery of a gun magazine in time for viewing by a "Russian agent." 1 page on Office of Whitneyville Armory letterhead. 8" x 10". Whitneyville, Connecticut. November 21, 1876.
1820-1894 "... Please write Mr. Burton... to send the sample magazine... it is important to have the gun here when the Russian agent comes..."
Price: USD 400.00 other currencies   order no. 6185   details     inquire
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PABST BREWING COMPANY- Frederick Pabst Autographed stock certificate signed in full by Pabst Brewing Company president Fred Pabst. This certificate entitles the holder to one share of Pabst Capital Stock valued at $1000. Signed by Fred Pabst and son Gustav Pabst in gold ink. Includes a fine engraved vignette of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and embossed seal on lower left corner. Cancellation holes on bottom do not effect signature. 11 1/4" x 9 3/4". Milwaukee, October 31, 1892.
1844-
Price: USD 750.00 other currencies   order no. 6186   details     inquire
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WALKER, Leroy Pope Partially printed document signed "LP Walker" by the first Confederate States Secretary of War and the man who issued orders to fire upon Fort Sumter, informing a confederate army colonel he has been appointed Assistant Quartermaster by confederate president Jefferson Davis. 1 page on Confederate States of America, War Department letterhead. 8" x 10". Richmond, Virginia, July 10, 1864.
1817-1884 "...You are requested to signify your acceptance or non-acceptance of said appointment: and should you accept you will sign before a magistrate, the oath of office herewith, and forward the same with your letter of acceptance to this Department..."
Price: USD 1,750.00 other currencies   order no. 6187   details     inquire
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PHILIP II - King of Spain Autographed document signed "Yo El Ray" by the first official King of Spain and the only legitimate son of the Holy Roman Emperor Charles V. In Spanish. 1 page on slightly foxed paper, with covered red wax seal and address on verso. 8 1/4" x 11". Madrid, 1588.
1527-1588
Price: USD 1,500.00 other currencies   order no. 6190   details     inquire
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MONTEUX, Pierre Superb vintage black and white photograph signed in full by the orchestra conductor and elegantly inscribed to fellow conductor John Corigliano. This handsome portrait photo depicts a mustached Monteux wearing a suit and tie. Inscription across the lapel of suit jacket in black ink is fully legible. Photographer's Shelburne Studio stamp on verso. 8" x 10" with 1/2" white border.
1875-1964 Inscription: "To John Corigliano in Sincere admiration and friendship. Pierre Monteux. New York, 1944."
Price: USD 225.00 other currencies   order no. 6191   details     inquire
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COCTEAU, Jean Autographed letter signed in full by the French poet, novelist, dramatist and designer, joking with a friend about publishing his writing. Written on the inside half-title page of his poetry criticism book, Le Rappel A L'ordre with a list of his other published material printed on verso. 1 page, slightly aged along the left border. 4 1/2" x 7 1/4". n.p. n.d.
1889-1963 "... vous savez bien que les photos, textes, poemes, etc... qu'on m'y demande ne s'impriment jamais..."
Price: USD 400.00 other currencies   order no. 6192   details     inquire
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SHAW, George Bernard Sharp typed letter signed "G. Bernard Shaw" by the playwright and critic, discussing the upcoming U.S. Presidential election and Palestine. 1 page on personal stationery with double-hole punched along the top edge. 7" x 5 1/4". London, March 11, 1947.
1950-1856 "... All this correspondence... is a waste of energy. What right had Balfour or has Bevinin Palestine... The Zionists and Moslems have nothing to plead except their ability to govern. They must fight it out for themselves..."
Price: USD 750.00 other currencies   order no. 6193   details     inquire
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SHAW, George Bernard Informative typed letter to his literary lawyer signed "G. Bernard Shaw" by the playwright and critic discussing the contents of his will and control over the rights to his works. 1 page on thick personal letterhead with handwritten correction and signature in blue ink. 8" x 10". London, January 5, 1949.
1856-1950 "... after consulting the Public Trustee... I have been careful to leave several annuities to old servants the residue to the British Museum, the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts, and the National Gallery of Ireland... I appoint no literary or other agents: the control of the rights by the P.T. is absolute: I can only recommend.... .Buckwheat still arrives. You seem to have ordered it permanently. For heaven's sake stop it: I have enough to outlast my utmost lifetime."
Price: USD 1,250.00 other currencies   order no. 6194   details     inquire
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BATISTA, Fulgencio Paradojismo: Cuba, Victima de las Contradictiones Internacionales
Madrid 1963 In Spanish. 340 pages, 8vo, cloth (front hinge repaired), d.w. (heavily worn). Madrid, (1963). hardcover good poor Presentation copy with a five-line inscription in Spanish to Spanish diplomat Pedro Prat de Nantouillet on the title page, dated 1965. Prat's initials appear on d.w.
Price: USD 450.00 other currencies   order no. 6196   details     inquire
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SHAW, George Bernard Autographed 7-line postcard signed "GBH" by the playwright and critic regarding a revival of his play Caesar and Cleopatra. On personalized postcard and addressed specifically to "Mr. Bernard Shaw's Secretary" on verso. 3 1/2" x 5". Hertfordshire, England, March 15, 1949.
1856-1950 "... Caesar is in the market... If Aldrich has a proposal, let him make it. My shop is always open for business..."
Price: USD 400.00 other currencies   order no. 6197   details     inquire
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GERRY, Elbridge Partially printed document signed "E. Gerry" as the Governor of Massachusetts, officially appointing a soldier as an Ensign "of a Company in the Second Regiment of Infantry in the First Brigade, and Seventh Division" of the state militia during the War of 1812. 1 page with paper seal intact and certification of receipt and acceptance on verso. Slightly stained on the body of the letter and slightly torn along the natural folds. 15' x 9 1/2". Commonwealth of Massachusetts, March 27, 1812.
1744-1814
Price: USD 750.00 other currencies   order no. 6200   details     inquire
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DEARBORN, Henry Partially printed document signed "H. Dearborn" by the Secretary of War under Thomas Jefferson as Collector of The Port of Boston, enrolling a ship "in the Coasting Trade and Fisheries, and for regulating the same". 2 pages with embossed seal in tact on verso. Some browning, slight adhesive stains along edges do not interfere with the text. 7 3/4' x 12 1/2". District of Boston & Charleston, May 25, 1809.
1751-1829 "... This may certify that the written is a true copy of the Enrollment of the Schooner Cushing. Given under my hand & seal of office..."
Price: USD 375.00 other currencies   order no. 6202   details     inquire
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HOWARD, Sir Robert Document fragment probably taken from a payment request signed "R. Howard" by the playwright who was imprisoned for his Royalist sympathies after the English Civil War and later served as a member of Parliament. Clipping includes partial sentence along top edge and is mounted on firm paper. 6" x 1 1/2". n.p., January 25, 1675.
1626-1698
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FREUD, Sigmund Rare envelope hand addressed but not signed by the "Father of Psychoanalysis" to an address in Philadelphia, PA. Envelope front contains purple postage stamp and postmark stamp in black ink. Very good condition. 6 1/4" x 5". Wien. Circa 1929.
1856-1939
Price: USD 350.00 other currencies   order no. 6209   details     inquire
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MORGHEN, Raffaello Sanzio Autographed letter signed "Raff Morghen" by the Italian engraver discussing his engraving of Leonardo da Vinci's The Last Supper. In Italian. 1 page with water stains on the left and bottom right right edges. 7 1/2" x 6". Firenze, February 16, 1799.
1758-1833 Addressed to Colnaghi, Morghen's London art dealer: "...Dopo il lapo di quattro anni gradirei sentire il compimento della Vendita di mie Stampe; credo che gia aurete ricevieto in suo tempo l'auviso dell' arrivo in me delle ... di Rames che mi mandasse, e che voi pagasse ..."
Price: USD 400.00 other currencies   order no. 6212   details     inquire
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GERMAN ACES Autographed color poster of four German fighter planes, each signed underneath by a prominent German ace who flew that type of plane. A limited edition poster - entitled Four Knights - pictures the side view of each plane and has signatures of Gunther Rall (Messerschmitt BF 109 G-2), Hajo Hermman (Focke Wulf FW 190 A-6), Hans Ekkehard (Messerschmitt BF 109 E-4) and Walter Schuck (206 Luftsiege). 16" x 11 1/2" on plastic coated paper.

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BROOKE, Henry - 11th Baron Cobham Autographed letter, 8 lines, signed in full by the conspirator in the plot to place Arabella Stuart on the throne instead of James I. He was arrested with Sir Walter Scott -- who he accused of complicity -- and was condemned to death but later pardoned. This letter is written to the Earl of Suffolk, Lord High Treasurer, asking payment of a pension due him, which was never revoked. 1 page, slightly stained on the corners with slight tears along the right edge. 7 1/2" x 9". Tower of London, April 8, 1616.
1564-1619 "May it pleas yr hs: My monthly allowens of 32p was due to me ye 8 of Aprill. I humbly (beg) your hs: to gyve order that it may be payed unto me, ...my servant William Jimson may receav it for me and so I humbly tak my leav: from the Tower ye 8th of Aprill 1616. Yr hs: poor friend humbly to be named Henry Brooke" Docketed Lord Cobham 8 Aprilis 1616.
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MITCHELL, Margaret Autographed Guest Book page signed in full by the Pulitzer Prize winning author of Gone With The Wind. This page was probably taken from the book of a Southern college Dormitory when Mitchell was 18 years old. Mitchell's bold signature is one of 15 on the page. Signed on lined paper with slight tears along the left edge where it was taken from its book. 7 1/2" x 9 1/4". April 4, 1919.
1900-1949
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KRASSINE, Leonid Borisovich Rare autographed letter signed "L. Krassine" by one the three oldest Bolshevik collaborators of Lenin who served as a member of the First Central Committee before the 1905 Revolution, Chief Commissar of the Central Commission for the Red Army Supplies during the 1917 Revolution and President of the First Soviet Delegation to London in 1920. This letter thanks a colleague for medical services rendered during a stay in Antibes. In French. 1 page. 8 1/4" x 11". Antibes, France, May 4, 1926.
1870-1926 "... Avant le depart je... vous exprimer ma sincere reconnaissance pour les soins compitents que vous m'avez donne pendant mon sejour a Antibes..."
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NAPOLEON III -- Charles Louise Napolean Bonaparte Autographed letter signed "Napoleon" by the last monarch to rule France, thanking M. Drouyn de l'Huys for sending him the works of Mr. Marius Topin, which he has looked over with great interest. In French. 1 page on palace stationery with a crown and the letter 'N' embossed in blue ink on the upper left corner. Includes the letter's original envelope, addressed in Napoleon's hand. 5 1/4" x 8". Palais des Tuileries, October 11, 1869.
1808-1873
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LISZT, Franz Autographed letter signed "F. Liszt" by the piano virtuoso and composer
Bayreuth 1884 2 pages with slight stains. In German. 5 1/2" x 8 1/2". Liszt is thanking a friend for the Bulow letter as well as giving a tactful and finely nuanced report on a performance of Parsifal. In the Bulow letter he notices a neologism, "Protzenthum," and remarks that there is no lack of cannons and munitions in the Bulow arsenal.
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WAGNER, Cosima Francesca Gaetana Elegant autographed letter signed "Cosima" by the daughter of Franz Liszt, second wife of Richard Wagner and director of the Bayreuth Festival for 31 years. This letter thanks a friend, Claire, for sending her clothing measurements and giving her carte blanche for both color and make of an item of clothing. She also writes that the children's maid has gone away leaving her to do the "washing, hairdressing, clothing, playing, teaching, running up and down stairs like a rat," etc. She ends with a request for used foreign stamps for her daughter Loulou's collection. In French. 2 pages. 5...
1837-1930 "... je lave, je coiffe, j'habille, je joue, j'enseigne, je cours comme un rat a travers les escaliers..."
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WALTER, Bruno Handsome black & white photograph signed in full by the composer and conductor and inscribed to fellow conductor John Corigliano. This portrait photo depicts Walter in profile wearing a jacket, striped shirt and bow tie. Inscribed in blue ink across the jacket and bow tie. Includes the photography studio's copyright logo, "NELLY'S" on the bottom left corner. 5" x 7" with 1/8" white border. n.p. May 15, 1981.
1876-1962 Inscription: "To Mr. John Corigliano with kindest thanks for a real... collaboration. Cordially, Bruno Walter"
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BEAUMARCHAIS, Pierre-Augustin Caron de Autographed Letter Signed
1772 Fine autographed letter signed "Beaumarchais" by the multifaceted playwright best known for his trilogy of Figaro plays which spanned the most turbulent period of French history. This letter deals with a legal or financial matter, commented upon in allusive, non-specific terms. In response to a letter he has received, he thanks the writer for his attention to details and states that he has "more understanding of the human heart than M. Carre who does not suspect it. You know that I will approve the changes and improvements that you will make in the management of the matter. This mixture of severity and mildness seems to be the best way you could handle such a case..." He also asks about the "interminable inventory" and mentions being again threatened by M. de Soustigne, who needs to be satisfied. 3 pages on folded paper with orange wax seal imprint on inside pages and address written in Beaumarchais' hand on verso. 6 1/2" x 8 1/2". N.p. March 9, 1772. very good "...ayant plus d'amenite dans le Caractere et de Connaissance du Coeur humaine que M. Carre qui me s'en doutte pas. Vous savez bien que j'approuverai toujours les changemens et ameliorations que vous ferez dans la regie de l'affaire., ce melange de severite et de douceur me parait etre la meilleure conduite qu vous puissiez tenir en pareil cas..."
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SAND, George (Amantine-Lucile-Aurore Dupin; Baroness Dude... Fine autographed letter signed in full by the novelist, writing to three people who had signed a statement in La Siecle expressing their regrets about criticisms of Sand's comments on Italy in the novel Daniella. Sand did not find their apology sufficient and in this letter she asks them to sign "the complete declaration" owed to her as a reparation of honor and not simply because she is a woman. In French, excellent content. 3 pages with several lines blacked out for correction. 5 1/4" x 8 1/4". Nohant, March 19, 1854.
1804-1876 ".. s'il vous plait d'assumer sur vous la responsabilite des expressionis dont s'est servi votre interprete... et de faire connaitre que ses sentiments sur mon compte sont les votres, je me letiendrai pour dit et ne repondrai pas un mot, n'ayant plus alors qu'a pardonner une horrible injustice a des hommes quei beaucoup fait, l'un pour son art, les autres pour leur patrie..."
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LISZT, Franz Excellent letter of introduction signed "F. Liszt" written on behalf of his son, Daniel, in hopes that he can rely on the addressee for good advice and mentioning how important it is for his son to be introduced to men who can guide him by precept and example. Liszt alludes to their mutual acquaintance with "La Princesse W." and mentions the possibility of seeing the addressee in "Weymar." In French. 4 pages on grey, folded paper. 5" x 8". n.p. October 17, 1855.
1811-1886 "... permettez moi de vous recommander mon fils Daniel qui vous portera ces lignes.... Jevous serai sincerement oblige si vous lui accordez la permission de venir vous voir de temps a autre, et dans ce cas, reclamerai pour lui l'appui de vos bons avis et conseils, sans menagement et forme aucure. Je compte qu'il sera plus tard un homme d'honneur et d'intelligence, et attache par consequent un grand prix a ce qu'il entre en relation avec des hommes qui peuvent le guider dans cette voie, par leur example et leur lecon..."
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PUCCINI, Giacomo Autographed letter signed in full by the popular composer announcing the near completion of arrangements for an opera in three acts with a libretto by Willner called, for now, La Rondine. He describes the libretto as comic, sentimental, eminently sophisticated, Parisian. It is not an operetta but a real comic opera. He expects to have a signed contract and will have the libretto translated from French into Italian. In Italian. 1 page with eight tape stains, 3 on top edge, 3 on bottom edge and 2 on outer edges of center fold. 6" x 9 3/4". Vienna, March 27, 1914.
1858-1924
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YEATS, William Butler 2-line typed letter signed in full by the poet and dramatist sending the first verses of his play, The Shadowy Waters. 1/2 page, single 8" x 5" sheet with slight tears along the bottom edge. Framed together with 5" x 6" black & white portrait photograph -- depicting a smiling Yeats wearing a wide brimmed hat and spectacles -- in grey matte with brown frame. Outside measurement: 21" x 12 1/2". n.p. Circa 1908.
1865-1939 "Dear... I send herewith the preliminary verses for the Shadowy Waters. The verses about the Seven Woods come first. Yours truly, W.B. Yeats"
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McEWEN, Rory Fine archive of 3 autographed letters signed "Rory" by the botanical artist to a New York city gallery owner. The first letter, 3 pages and written on blue airmail paper, describes McEwen problems with an art dealer. The second, a friendly 1 page letter, thanks a friend for an announcement. The third letter, 2 pages on personal stationery, describes the effects of radiotherapy, and includes an invitation to dinner from Prince and Princess Michael of Greece. Each letter comes with the original postmarked envelope. Archive includes a program and an announcement from McEwen's 1982 Stae...
1932-1982 From first letter: "... I asked her what had become of the paintings of mine that Klaus had sold, and about 10 days later a note arrived from New York telling me where they were, which made me respect her efficiency... But I hate her concept of Art-as-a-Marketing-Exercise... If you stop and think of where that leads, philosophically... it pushes chicken farming into the higher realms of man's achievements!..."
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HALE, Edward Everett Autographed letter "Very Private" to "Dear C" signed "E.E. Hale" by the author and Unitarian clergyman, asking a colleague for a piece of information. 2 pages on the front and back of a folded piece of paper. Nice content. 5" x 7 1/2". no date.
1822-1909 "... Do not let one word of this get into print. The gentleman who was detailed by me of the many papers... would you mind telling me which paper it was?..."
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SPEER, Albert Autographed 5-line note signed in full by the author and high-ranking Nazi government official sometimes called "the first architect of the Third Reich." This note offers best wishes and congratulations on a wedding. 5 1/4" x 3 1/4". Heidelberg, May, 1975.
1905-1981 Inscription: " To... My best wishes for many more years of happiness and congratulations to the Golden Wedding. Albert Speer. Heidelberg, May, 1975"
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MAYER, Louis B. Autographed bank check signed in full by the legendary studio mogul, drawn on the Louis B. Mayer Studios account at the Los Angeles Trust & Savings Bank. This check is written for $22.79 to the Rothacker-Aller Laboratories with Mayer's bold signature at the bottom. Includes endorsement and bank stamps in black and purple ink on verso. 8 1/4" x 3 1/2". Los Angeles, CA. October 21, 1922.
1882-1957
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MAYER, Louis B. Autographed bank check signed in full by the legendary studio mogul, drawn on the Louis B. Mayer Studios account at the Los Angeles Trust & Savings Bank. This check is written for $18.40 to S.T. Leonard with Mayer's bold signature at the bottom. Includes endorsement and bank stamps in black and purple ink on verso. 8 1/4" x 3 1/2". Los Angeles, CA. October 21, 1922.
1882-1957
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VAN RENSSELAER, Kiliaen K. Magnificent autographed letter signed "K. Rensselaer" by the New York congressman dealing with Thomas Jefferson's difficulties with Randolph of Roanoke on the Louisiana purchase. This most interesting political letter by an anti-Jeffersonian mentions Madison, Monroe, Talleyrand and Jerfferson's "back door pimps..." Written toward the end of Jefferson's term, this letter deals with his "crimes" from the point of view of an unsympathetic Rensselaer. 4 pages. 7 1/4" x 9". November 2, 1806.
1763-1845 "...RANDOLPH's charges ag(ains)t Jefferson are that he recommended one thing in his private message which he counteracted by his "back door pimps"... The enclosed paper contains our Minutes of the secret sittings. Randolph has said in his place that the Minutes are garbled and incorrect, and has called on the State printer for a fair statement. If I can obtain an extra copy, I shall forward a true Bill - Thus you see, all is ready to be hove down. JEFFERSON is down, and the only question now is, who is to be the next President!..."
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TCHEREPNIN, Alexander Fine autographed letter signed "A. Tcherepnin" by the exiled composer and pianist, sending musical memorabilia to a friend and autographed pictures to his friend's children (not enclosed). Written on a 3" x 5" card in jittery writing. March 7, 1975.
1899-1977 "...Under separate cares I am sending an autographed picture...and 4 picture cards for your children..."
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GUTHRIE, James Excellent free-franked autographed letter signed in full by the 21st U.S. Secretary of the Treasury, writing to President Andrew Jackson with a request for a member of the Ferguson commission. 4 pages with 8-line unsigned annotation by Jackson recommending Guthrie's request on verso. Slight residue from wax seal. 8" x 9 1/2". Louisville, July 9, 1834.
1792-1869 "... He is an applicant for a midshipman's warrant and I have addressed... the Navy in his behalf... I have been told to address you on this matter..."
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PIERCE, Franklin Album page signed "Franklin Pierce/ N. Hampshire" by the 14th President of the United States. Pierce's signature appears with those of three of his important cabinet members: Secretary of Treasury James Guthrie; Secretary of Interior R. McClelland (on verso); and Secretary of Navy J.C. Dobbin. A rare combination autographs . 1 page with rough left edge where it was taken from an autograph album and with a few tiny tears along the edges. 8" x 10". Circa 1854.
1804-1869
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GALLATIN,Albert Fine partially printed stock receipt- the bottom part only, signed in full by the Swiss-born financial genius and Secretary of the Treasury under Jefferson and Madison who became the chief negotiator of the Peace treaty with Britain after the War of 1812. This Louisiana 6% stock receipt for $400 was signed by Gallatin's at the height of his political activities. Also signed by U.S. Secretary of State and later Ambassador to Britain and France, Richard Rush, who was then Comptroller of the Treasury. Upper portion of the certificate has been clipped. 7 3/4" x 5 1/4". n.p. March 18, 1813.
1761-1849
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YSAYE, Eugene Fine vintage, sepia-toned photograph signed "E. Ysaye" by the violinist, composer and conductor. Ysaye is seated,looking at his violin, with his bold signature in red ink on the 1 1/2" white lower border. Slight silvering in the center covers lower portion of his violin but does not effect overall content of the photo. custom framed in cream matte and gold toned wooden frame. Frame: 15" x 18 1/2". Photograph: 7 1/2" x 10 3/4". 1921
1858-1931
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GABLE, Clark Check signed in full by the legendary actor and film icon. This check, drawn on his account at the Security-First National Bank of Los Angeles is made out to a Beverly Hills stationery company with Gable's bold signature in blue ink on the bottom right. Cancellation holes on right center portion of the check not effecting the signature. Framed together in cream matting with a handsome 7" x 9 1/4" black & white photograph of a smiling Gable in a pinstripe suit, inside a custom made dark brown frame. Frame: 15" x 19 1/4". Check: 8 1/2" x 3 1/4". Sherman Oaks, CA, October 18, 1949.
1901-1960
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WARHOL, Andy The Philosophy of Andy Warhol (From A to B and Back Again). Signed book by the American artist and filmmaker. 241 pages, 8vo, cloth-backed boards, d.w. New York: Harcourt Brace Jovanovich, (1975). First Edition. Very good.
1928-1987 Boldly signed "AW" with a black marker on the half-title page.
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RICHLER, Mordecai St. Urbain's Horseman. Inscribed book by the Canadian novelist. 467 pages, 8vo, navy blue cloth, d.w. New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1971. Very good.
1931-2001 Inscribed on the flyleaf: "For Howard with best wishes Mordecai Richler"
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JOHNSON, Lyndon B. (1908-1973) Typed letter signed "LBJ" by the President, graciously responding to a letter written by Kelly Bishop,
wife of journalist Jim Bishop. 1 page on personal stationery with gold embossed executive seal attop of the page. Includes free-franked envelope.. Austin, Texas, May 30, 1972. "... I wish I had as potent a tonic to send Jim as the one you passed on to me... Lady Bird and I are hoping that by now he is comfortable and about ready to get back to doing what he does best..."
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JENNER, Sir William (1815-1898) Autographed letter signed "W. Jenner"
by the physician and pathologist who established the separate identities of typhus and typhoid fever, attempting to reschedule a meeting. 1 page mounted onto a larger gray sheet with minor ink transfer and feathering. 4 1/2" x 7". n.p. December 3, 1866. "... I have been called to an important case... & shall be glad if you can let our meeting be... later if more convenient to you..."
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