President Franklin Roosevelt Responds To Senator McAdoos Views On The Newly-Formed United States Maritime Commission
by FRANKLIN D. ROOSEVELT
FRANKLIN ROOSEVELT (1882-1945). Roosevelt was the Thirty-Second President. WILLIAM GIBBS McADOO (1863-1941). McAdoo was the Secretary of the Treasury under Woodrow Wilson and later served as a Senator from California. TLS. 1pg. December 23, 1937. The White House. A typed letter signed Franklin D Roosevelt as President. On The White House letterhead, the missive is addressed to Senator William Gibbs McAdoo of California: My dear Senator: Thank you very much for your letter of December twenty-first, setting forth your... Read More
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Typed Autographed Letter From Julius Rosenwald, Noted Philanthropist, Offering Thanks For A Condolence Letter
by JULIUS ROSENWALD
JULIUS ROSENWALD (1862-1932). Rosenwald served as President of Sears, Roebuck, and Company from 1908-1922, founded the Rosenwald Fund in 1917, and was the principal founder and backer for the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago, to which he gave $5 million. Over the course of his life, Rosenwald and his fund donated over $70 million to public schools, colleges and universities, museums, Jewish charities and African-American institutions. Among his many allies, he was especially close to Booker... Read More
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1841 Commercial Note Sent By Saloman Rothchild, The Patriarch Of The Austrian Branch Of The Rothchild Family
by SALOMON ROTHSCHILD
SALOMON MAYER FREIHERR VON ROTHSCHILD (1774-1855). Rothschild was a Frankfurt-born banker sent to Vienna in the Austrian Empire to expand his familys banking business. AD. 1 pg. 4 x 10. October 20, 1841. Vienna. An autographed document signed Sigm. De Rothschild with a secretarial autograph. The document is a 1,000 commercial note belonging to Venetian merchant Jacob Levi Figli. Given the Austrian signatory and Italian banking note, this document is an interesting view of international finance in 19th... Read More
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Letter Advocates Artist Daniel Huntington For Capitol Rotunda Painting: As All Works Of Art Should Be Done By Those Who Will Do Honour To Our Country
by (CAPITOL ROTUNDA)
WILLIAM B. COZZENS (1787-1864). Cozzens was a hotelier in New York City, giving him social and political connections. In 1812, Cozzens ran the Tammany Hotel, which was a headquarter for Democrats. By 1846, he managed the American Hotel which was considered one of the most elegant and exclusive hotels in the country.ALS. 1 pg. February 18, 1846. New York, New York. An autograph letter signed Wm B Cozzens to John Rockwell, a U.S. Representative for Connecticut, about a painting... Read More
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During The Gold Rush, A Sacramento Bank Promises Payment In Gold Dust
by (CALIFORNIA GOLD RUSH)
(CALIFORNIA GOLD RUSH). DS. 1pg. July 22, 1850. Sacramento City, [California Territory]. A demand note signed Barton Lee as a banker. The partially-printed note entitles the bearer to two hundred dollars plus 5% interest, payable in gold dust one month hence. Barton Lee and Baker & Company was a popular Sacramento bank. California would become a state seven weeks later, on September 9, 1850. This interesting piece of California Gold Rush memorabilia is in very good condition with light... Read More
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Dean Rusk Signs A Photo To Ambassador William Blair
by DEAN RUSK
DEAN RUSK (1909-1994). Rusk was Secretary of State under Kennedy and Johnson.WILLIAM McCORMICK BLAIR, JR. (1916-2015). Blair was Ambassador to Denmark and the Philippines.PS. 7 3/4 x 9 7/8. N.d. N.p. A black-and-white photograph inscribed and signed With high esteem and appreciation for my friend and colleague Bill Blair Dean Rusk on the wide bottom margin. Rusk was Secretary of State during both of Blairs Ambassadorial appointments. It is in very good condition, the photograph is slightly curled and... Read More
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A Yankee Stadium Postcard Signed By Mrs. Babe Ruth
by CLAIRE MERRITT RUTH
CLAIRE MERRITT RUTH (1897-1976). Claire was the second wife of Babe Ruth. Signature. 5 x 3 . June 19, 1959. No place. A postcard signed To Billy Sincerely Mrs. Babe Ruth June 19th 1959. The front shows The House That Ruth Built. It has very light wear and is in fine condition.
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Edward Sackville-West Responds To A Request For Quotations
by EDWARD SACKVILLE-WEST
EDWARD SACKVILLE-WEST (1901-1965). Sackville-West was a British musician, writer, and politician.TLS. 1pg. 6 x 8. October 31, 1948. Long Crichel House, Wimborne, Dorset. A typed letter signed Edward Sackville West. On letterhead of his home in Dorest, Sackville-West responded to someone requesting quotes to include in a dictionary. Dear Sir, I think you for your letter, but, while feeling much flattered that you should wish to include quotations from my work in your proposed dictionary, I feel uncertain what... Read More
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Agreement For The Sale Of A New Jersey Regional Newspaper, Dated 1875
by (EARLY NEWSPAPER SALE)
DS. 4pgs. 7 x 12. December 1875. Somerset County, New Jersey. A contract for the sale of a Somerset County, New Jersey newspaper, signed C J Wilson, D. W. Wilson and V.D. Honeyman. The contract sates, in part: In consideration of one dollar to us in hand paid, and for the further consideration to be made as hereafter specified, we, Charles J .Wilson, editor and publisher of the Somerset Gazette, a newspaper printed and published in Somerville, Somerset... Read More
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A Document Related To An Early California Election
by (SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA)
DS. 1pg. 8 x 12 . 1855. County of Santa Clara. A document signed J.C. Minter Inspector about being paid $5.00 to inspect the elections in Santa Clara, California. He also certified that Benjamin Thomas and Cornelius Frame also served. The document has fading and browning to the right margin, two tape stains at the top, and is in very good condition.
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A David Sarnoff Signed Book Putting Electrons To Work
by DAVID SARNOFF
SB. 191 pg. 5 x 8 . No date. No place. A book Putting Electrons To Work inscribed on the first end page To Murray & Flo With all good wishes Dave. The hardcover book was written by John Tebbel and published in 1963. There is some wear to the dustjacket but it is in fine condition.
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Queen Amalie Of Saxony Writes To Her Sister-In-Law About Poor Health And A Visit From Her Son
by QUEEN AMALIE OF SAXONY
QUEEN AMALIE AUGUSTE (1801-1877). Amalie was a Princess of Bavaria, the daughter of King Maximilian I, and Queen of Saxony. Amalie married King John of Saxony in 1822, and they had nine children, including the future King Albert of Saxony.ALS. 1pg. N.d. [circa 1853-1854]. N.p. [likely Dresden]. An autograph letter signed A by Queen Amalie of Saxony. Responding to a prior correspondence, Amalie discusses her recent poor health and a visit from her oldest son Albert and his wife... Read More
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A Scottish Man Discusses Air Raids During World War Ii So Far Scotland Has Really Been Lucky In This Respect
by (WORLD WAR II IN SCOTLAND)
(WORLD WAR II IN SCOTLAND). ALS. 6pgs. October 5, 1940. Drummakill, Alexandria, Dunbartonshire. An autograph letter signed Hector and written during World War Two. The author discusses hosting evacuated children and the fact that Scotland has so far been lucky in avoiding air raids. Our first lot of 3 boys are no longer with us. One of them the nicest lad died last Xmas from appendicitis the other two took themselves off to a farm, as they... Read More
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General Winfield Scott Grants Passage To William Schley, His Family And Five Colored Female Servants Through Border States During Civil War
by WINFIELD SCOTT
WINFIELD SCOTT (1786-1866). Winfield Scott was an American military commander and politician that served as Commanding General of the United States Army from 1841 to 1861. He fought in the War of 1812, American Indian Wars, MexicanAmerican War, and the American Civil War. He held anti-slavery views and supported their gradual emancipation, contributing to his loss of the presidential election in 1852 against Franklin Pierce. Despite these views, he felt that the federal government lacked the constitutional authority to... Read More
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A Rare Document From Early In Winfield Scotts Military Career
by WINFIELD SCOTT
WINFIELD SCOTT (1786-1866). Scott was an American Army General and politician.DS. 1pg. October 29, 1811. Baltimore. A partially-printed military supply document, signed W. Scott as Major General. It concerns Scotts use of firewood for the month of October 1811. This is a scarce document from early in Scotts military career. It is in very good condition.
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Senator Sheafe Writes To The French Consul, Protesting The Continuing Capture Of American Ships On The High Seas: The Cases Of Capture By Ships Under The Authority Of The French Republic One Of Them The Pacific Was Made Only Twenty Two Days Prior To The Date Of The Convention.
by JAMES SHEAFE
JAMES SHEAFE (1755-1829). Sheafe was a Congressman and Senator from New Hampshire.(1798 QUASI WAR WITH FRANCE). From 1798 to 1800, The United States and France fought an undeclared naval war. It was ended by the Convention of 1800 treaty, although the United States had hundreds of ships seized. ALS. 2pg. 8 x 10. Jany 25, 1802. Senate Chamber. An autograph letter signed James Sheafe to Mr. Pichen, the French consul; Senator Sheafe was protesting... Read More
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Philip Sheridan Writes About The Funeral Of General Benjamin Alvord: Do The Pallbearers Go To The Cemetery Or Are The Ceremonies Concluded At The House?
by PHILIP SHERIDAN
PHILIP SHERIDAN (1831-1888). A Union General, Sheridan provided deft leadership during the Civil War, having victories at Chickamauga, Winchester, and Fishers Hill. He gained the trust of Ulysses Grant and was twice promoted. His victory at Five Forks pushed Robert E. Lee into a virtual corner at Appomattox, leading to Lees surrender and the virtual end of the Civil War. He later became Commanding General of the United States Army.ALS. 2pg. 5 x 6. October... Read More
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Typed Letter Signed By Famous English Writer, R.C. Sherriff
by R.C. SHERRIFF
ROBERT CEDRIC R.C. SHERRIFF (1896-1975). Sherriff was an English writer best known for his play Journey's End and his Academy Award-nominated script for Goodbye Mr. Chips.TLS. 1 pg. 8 x 10. November 16, 1933. Surrey. A typed letter signed RCS to Miss Marion R. Swingley: I much appreciate your nice letter of the 5th instant, and am returning the photograph herewith which I have signed as you wish. The signed photograph is not included. Sherriff sent this letter while... Read More
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Colonial Massachusetts Governor William Shirley Mentions King Georges War And Boston Loyalist Merchant Ezekiel Goldthwait
by WILLIAM SHIRLEY
WILLIAM SHIRLEY (1694-1771). Shirley was the British Colonial Governor of Massachusetts, as well as a British Army officer who was involved in the French and Indian Wars.DS. 1pg. June 10, 1749. Boston, New England. A payment request document signed W Shirley as Colonial Governor of Massachusetts. Writing to future Prime Minister William Pitt in his role as Paymaster of British Forces, Shirley requested a payment of 197:15 to Boston merchant and loyalist Ezekiel Goldthwait. Exch. For 197:15: -- Sterling.... Read More
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Land Indentures And Other Land Ownership Documents From The Eastern Shore Of Maryland During The Eighteenth And Nineteenth Centuries
by (MARYLAND EASTERN SHORE)
(EASTERN SHORE OF MARYLAND). Archive. 14 pieces. 1710-1864. Queen Annes County and Caroline County, Maryland. An archive of fourteen legal documents relating to land ownership on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. Most of the documents date to the mid 18th and early 19th centuries and relate to the estates of Hackton and Bayards Large Range, and areas along the Tuckahoe Creek. Prominent Maryland residents whose names appear in the several hand indentures include Scottish-born businessman Francis Sellers, his... Read More
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Benjamin Silliman, Jr. Mentions My Lecture On Deep Placer Mining
by BENJAMIN SILLIMAN
BENJAMIN SILLIMAN, JR. (1816-1885). Silliman was a Yale chemistry professor and helped develop the petroleum industry.ALS. 1pg. 6 x 8. New Haven. April 24, 1874. An autograph letter signed B Silliman to Mr. A.A. Sparks of New Rochelle, New York: The report of my lecture on deep placer mining to which you referis, I regret to say, very badly printed & especially, the latter half, very imperfect. Suchare the fate of those who speak extemporaneously upon... Read More
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Isaac Bashevis Singer Signs A Christmas Card To His Literary Editor
by ISAAC BASHEVIS SINGER
ISAAC BASHEVIS SINGER (1901-1991). The Polish-born Singer was a prominent author in America. His works, which were all in Yiddish, focused on Jewish identity and experience.Signed Christmas card. December 1966. New York. A Christmas card signed Isaac B. Singer addressed to Farrar Straus and Giroux editor Michael Di Capua: Dear Michael, Thank you very much for remembering me and for sending me reviews. I hope that our books will do well and that we will work together... Read More
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Isaac Bashevis Singer Praises His Editor: Farrar Straus And Giroux Is Becoming More And More A House Of Dedicated Men (And Women Like Lila Karp)
by ISAAC BASHEVIS SINGER
ISAAC BASHEVIS SINGER (1901-1991). The Polish-born Singer was a prominent author in America. His works, which were all in Yiddish, focused on Jewish identity and experience.ALS. 2pg. 5 x 6 . July 24, 1966. Miami. An autograph letter signed Isaac B. Singer is to editor Michael Di Capua of Farrar, Straus and Giroux. Writing on The Crown Hotel letterhead, Singer penned: I just want to tell you that I am working on our projects and thinking... Read More
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Four Turn-Of-The-Century Smithsonian Ethnologists Consider An Offer To Excavate Native American Sites In Arizona
by (SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION - ARIZONA NATIVE AMERICAN SITES)
WILLIAM HENRY HOLMES (1846-1933). Holmes was an influential American scientist, writer, and curator. WALTER HOUGH (1859-1935). Hough was an American ethnologist and a curator at the United States National Museum. OTIS TUFTS MASON (1838-1908). Mason was an American ethnologist and curator. RICHARD RATHBUN (1852-1918). Rathbun was an American scientist and key figure to the Smithsonian. Archive. 5 pieces. January-April 1907. An archive of five letters from the ethnology department of the United States National Museum of the Smithsonian Institution... Read More
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A Signed Photograph Of Comedian Red Skelton
by RED SKELTON
RICHARD RED SKELTON (1913-1997). Skelton was an American comedian known for his Junior/Mean Widdle Kid character and I dood it catchphrase. Skelton was also a circus clown, an artist, and a writer. During World War II, Skelton solicited donations from his radio audience to help the war effort.PS. 5 x 7. N.d. N.p. A black-and-white photograph signed always Red Skelton. The photo is matted and framed, and it is in fine condition.
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