Titles starting with B from Stuart Lutz Historic Documents, Inc.

Bailey, an African American entertainer, made her Broadway debut in 1946's <I>St. Louis Woman</I> and went on to win the prestigious Tony Award for the titular role in <I>Hello, Dolly!</I>. <P> PS. 1pg. 8" x 10". No Date. No Place. An early photograph signed <I>"To You My Best <B>Pearl</B>"</I> in blue ink. There is a small tear in the lower right margin, but it is in fine condition ... more information

Signed Sketch. 5 ‰¾" x 3 ‰ˆ" . No date [circa 1933]. No place. A signature " Always wear a smile Ben Turpin" on an album page; in the upper left corner, he sketched a self-portrait, complete with his hat and eyes. There is another signature on the back that affects nothing. ... more information

DS. 1pg. 5 ‰¼" x 2 ‰¾" . June 13, 1775. No Place. A document signed " Approved B. Arnold" by Benedict Arnold, regarding the purchase of planks: " Received twenty five Hundred feete [sic] Boards." The document is also signed " Collin Mackenzie" . 1775 was a very busy and important year for Arnold and the American Revolution. Arnold and his infantry had successfully captured Fort Ticonderoga only a month before this document was writt... more information

Stoddert was the first Secretary of the Navy. He fought in the Revolution, and later became a merchant. In May 1798, President Adams appointed him Secretary of the Navy. In his first two years, Stoddert acquired fifty ships to fight the undeclared naval war with France. After the end of fighting with France, he acquired for the Navy thirteen frigates and twelve 74 gun boats. He was also instrumental in starting the Marine Corps. He resigned in April 1801. <P> <B>JOHN NICHOLSON</B>. Nichol... more information

TLS. 1pg. 7 ‰¾" x 10" . October 24, 1951. New York. A typed letter signed " Bernard M. Baruch" to Frank W. Greusel, President of the Milwaukee Association of Commerce, declining an invitation to attend a medical convention: " Of course I would like to attend the convention of the Association for Physical and Mental Rehabilitation next July. Everyone connected with it has been so courteous and generous in their invitations. However, I am sorry that I cannot arrange ... more information

TLS. 1pg. 6 ‰¼" x 9 ‰ˆ" . September 11, 1974. The White House. A typed letter signed " Betty Ford" as First Lady on White House letterhead. She wrote to Mrs. Perkins McGuire: " How sweet of you to send us the magazine from Spain. Little did I ever think that the Fords would have pictures in a foreign magazine. We were quite lucky that my assistant"Äôs husband is a Spanish professor and he was able to read the article for us. Many thanks ... more information

TLS. 1pg. 7" x 9" . January 5, 1974. Washington. A typed letter signed " Betty" as First Lady on Vice President letterhead. She wrote to Mrs. Perkins McGuire: " Thank you so much for your nice note of congratulations. We appreciate your thoughts at this important moment of our lives. Many, many thanks for sending the article about my husband from the Spanish Hola magazine. It was really fun finding someone to translate the Spanish. Thank heavens my Assistant"Ä&oci... more information

A versatile entertainer, Bill "Bojangles" Robinson was a pre-eminent tap dancer and starred in numerous films. <P> PS. 8" x 10". No date. No place. A black and white studio close-up photograph inscribed <I>"To E.B. Holloway Wishing you the best of everything. Your pal <B>Bo</B>"</I>. He signed along the brim of his fedora and the writing is in dark blue ink. The image has some wear and staining to the edges, but is in fine condition with an attrac... more information

A versatile entertainer, Bill "Bojangles" Robinson was a pre-eminent tap dancer and starred in numerous films. <P> PS. 8" x 10". No date. No place. A black and white studio photograph inscribed <I>"Just a few taps for my Pal E.B. Halloway with best wishes always <B>Bill Robinson</B>"</I>. The image shows Robinson tap dancing. It is signed to the right of his body and the inscription and signature are a bit light. The image has a crease at the bott... more information

1pg. 8 ‰ˆ" x 11". April 8, 1939. New York, NY. A typed letter signed <I>"<B>Olivia D. Tucker</B>"</I> as corresponding secretary of the North Harlem Pharmaceutical Association, a professional organization of black pharmacists: <I>"You are invited to be present at our next meeting, Sunday April 16. 5pm. YMCA. This meeting will be addressed by Dr. O. Williams and Mr. Best of the anti-discrimination league. This bids fair to be on of our most im... more information

AD. 1pg. 8" x 10" . May 1850. New York. An autograph document concerning the move of B"ÄôNai Jeshurun in 1850: " In matter of petition B"ÄôNai Jeshurun of the City of New York" Get power to sell property in Elm St for the following reasons "Äi there has become several nuisances in vicinity machine shops & c chief supporters in congregation have moved up town, & say that unless we move up town they will build one for themselves. On a/c... more information

TLS. 1pg. 8 ‰ˆ" x 11" . March 17, 1949. Atlanta. A typed letter signed " Bob" on his " Jones, Williams and Dorsey" stationery. He wrote to Rufus E. Brown, the manager of Coca-Cola in Rutland, Vermont: " I would like you to tell me about the item of $45.52 for silverware for a wedding present. The Community Chest contribution is all right provided this is the total for the year and not a quarterly or semi-annual payment. From now on, consult me about expen... more information

LS. 1pg. 10" x 8" . August 31, 1967. Buenos Aires. A letter signed " J L Borges" in his shaky, elderly handwriting. He wrote to Professor Galen Williams, the Executive Secretary of the Poetry Center at Harvard: " I accept with pleasure your kind invitation. As I will be there, in Harvard, at the end of September, we can discuss the date for the lectures. Thanks for El Torastero. I am looking forward to having the pleasure of meeting you and all members of the Poetry Center.... more information

Southampton Row. A typed letter signed <I>"<B>Alfred Sutro</B>"</I> to <I>"John W. Hastings"</I>: <I>"M. Maeterlinck has handed me your letter, in which you ask for permission to publish a translation of 'JOYZELLE'. A translation of this play has already been made by Mr. Teixeira de Mattos, but not yet published, as there is a probability of the play being produced; when the time comes to publish the question as to publisher will be... more information

AM. 1pg. 8 ‰ˆ" x 11" . No date. No place. A partial autograph manuscript in the handwriting of William Cobbett concerning legal reforms there: " to be found against any person for administering, tendering or taking such oath or engagement, to set out the words of such oath or engagement, and that it shall be sufficient to set forth therein the purport or object of such oath or engagement. VII. And whereas, in several instances, persons who have given information against persons... more information

Bethesda. A typed letter signed <I>"<B>Arleigh Burke</B>"</I>. In the letter, Burke replies to a request for use of his uniforms for use in a Canadian WWII Veterans' Hall. <I>"I appreciate your interest in the material to indicate the very close relationship which existed between our two Navies during the war and since. I agree it would be helpful to both countries if your exhibit in Veteran's Hall did have something form the United States Navy"<... more information