Authors starting with E from Stuart Lutz Historic Documents, Inc.

ALS. 2pg. 8 ½” x 11”. June 7, 1906. Visalia, California. An autograph letter signed “W.B. Wallace” on “Superior Court Chambers” letterhead. He wrote to Mrs. Wallace M. Bartlett of Louisville, Kentucky: “You must pardon me for the long delay in answering your letter reminding me of my promise to visit my Kentucky kinsmen this year. Since April 18th a day of disaster in this state all plans for the present year had to be re-formed and in many cases abandoned. We have all been living in a st... more information

Archive. 1966. Japan. An archive of approximately thirty photographs given to Madeline Edison Sloane, the great inventor’s only daughter. It was given to her in 1966 to commemorate a Thomas Edison monument that was unveiled in Kyoto. The majority of the images are black and white photographs (mostly 5” x 7”) with typewritten captions underneath, such as “The statue viewed from one angle”, “Scene around the statue (at noon several days later)”, “Mr. K Matasushita unveils the statue of Thom... more information

SB. 10 ¼” x 7 ¾”. 1952 to 1972. Ballintober [Maryland]. A guest book kept by Thomas Edison’s daughter, Madeline Sloane, at her estate on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. The book was begun in 1952 and ran until about 1972. Numerous Sloane and Edison family members are listed in it, including her brother Charles Edison, who was New Jersey Governor. They are many positive comments in the book, such as “I hate to leave!”, “Not enough chow! Not enough booze!” and “A wonderful spot & most gr... more information

ALS. 1pg. 8 ½” x 11”. May 24, 1884. Philadelphia. An autograph letter signed “John Hoskin” on “The Edison Company for Isolated Lighting” letterhead. It was penned by Hoskin, the “Agent for the States of Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware” to Henry A. Clark in Baltimore. As Edison patented the light bulb in 1880, this letter represents a very early mention of the invention: “…I note extension of time in re Mr. Singerly’s mill – thanks – I am regretful I said anything to you a... more information

PS. 10” x 9”. No date [probably 1950s]. No place. A black and white photograph signed “Dwight D Eisenhower” and by the two Colorado Senators, “Edwin C. Johnson” and “Eugene Milliken”. It shows three men presenting President Eisenhower with a certificate inviting the Eisenhowers to the 1954 Central City Festival. The Eisenhower signature has some short skipping but the image is in fine condition with small mounting remnants on the back.... more information

PS. 5” x 7”. No date. No place. A black and white studio photograph signed “Mamie Doud Eisenhower”in black ink along the lower margin. The last couple of letters are smeared, and it is in fine condition.... more information

TLS. 1pg. 7” x 8”. March 2, 1959. The White House. A typed letter signed “D.E.” to Sigurd Larmon, President of the advertising firm Young and Rubicam. Larmon was one of Eisenhower’s chief media consultants in the 1952 campaign and, in 1953, Eisenhower appointed Larmon to a special nine-member committee whose focus was to improve the country’s psychological warfare program. The committee worked with the CIA and many other government agencies in the process. Eisenhower wrote: “Although I hop... more information

ANS. 1pg. 5” x 8”. Fri, 24th [no year]. The White House. An autograph note signed “Surely DE” below a typed note from Helen Weaver, who was Ike’s personal secretary at NATO Headquarters and at the White House from 1953 to 1957. He wrote on “The White House” stationery to the President: “May I go with Col. Draper on flight to Lockheed factory, Burbank, departing this afternoon (about 5) & returning Sunday evening? Helen”. Weaver asked to fly on the Presidential plane, the Columbine (the... more information

TLS. 1pg. 7” x 8”. November 26, 1960. The White House. A typed letter signed “D.E.” to Sigurd Larmon, President of the advertising firm Young and Rubicam. Larmon was one of Eisenhower’s chief media consultants in the 1952 campaign and, in 1953, Eisenhower appointed Larmon to a special nine-member committee whose focus was to improve the country’s psychological warfare program. The committee worked with the CIA and many other government agencies in the process. Eisenhower wrote: “Thanks so ... more information

A British psychologist, he wrote controversial works, such as Studies in the Psychology of Sex. He also wrote The Dance Of Life and A Study of British Genius. ALS. 2pg. 4 ½" x 7". 9 Feb. Blackburn. An autograph letter signed "H Ellis" addressed to Mr. Sayle: "I hope you will receive some the crown from publishers. When he does arrive the play will not, I trust, take long to prepare. I suppose you are afraid that... is a satisfactory & adequate reputation of Emma? If you wish for rather more space for intr... more information

Signature. 6 ½” x 4 ¼”. No date. No place. A card signed “Ralph Ellison” in black ink.... more information

Ellsworth was a Continental Congressman, served as a Senator from 1789 to 1796, and is believed to have coined the term "United States." He drafted legislation that created the Federal court system and served as the second Chief Justice. ADS. 1pg. 8 ¼" x 4 ½". Sept 14 1781. Hartford. An autograph document signed "Oliver Ellsworth" in the text. Ellsworth penned "For Value recd We Moses Butler 2d & Edward Forbs both or Hartford promise to pay to Oliver Ellsworth Eight pounds nine shillings & seven pence la... more information

ALS. 2pg. 7 ¾” x 9 ¾”. September 26, 1860. No place. An autograph letter signed “J. Ericcson” in his challenging handwriting: “You will be safe in charging ½ of the cash of the engine for…on board complete with…exclusive of any work on deck house. The 24” engine…$375 18” $275 12” $175…Should you be frightened at these high figures you may without favor of being received go down to such amounts 24” – 1100 18” – 800 12” – 500. Your surprise me in relations & the fine ... more information

PS. 8” x 10”. No date. No place. A black and white photograph signed “John Erskine” along his left shoulder. There is a chip in the lower left corner, but it does not affect the actual image.... more information

PS. 1pg. October 28, 1982. No Place. A picture signed “Sam Ervin” of the senator holding a book: “To Mary Riepe, with all good wishes.” The picture is in fine condition.... more information

Signature. No date. No place. A signature “Wm M Evarts” on a small card.... more information