Letter From Influential Campaign Strategist Urging Schuyler Colfax To Run For Speaker Of The House During Civil War: Chase Is Here With The Money Shylocks. He Thinks They Will Make Him Prest. They Have Not As Much Influence As A Wise Politician
by JAMES BRIGGS
JAMES A. BRIGGS (1811-1889). Briggs was a prominent Nineteenth Century strategist and journalist best known for coining the famous 1840 campaign slogan Tippecanoe and Tyler Too: and for helping Abraham Lincoln receive the Republican nomination in 1860. SCHUYLER COLFAX (1823-1885). Colfax served as the Speaker of the House of Representatives between 1863 and 1869, and as the Vice President under President Ulysses S. Grant. ALS. 2 pg. 8 x 10. April 27, 1863. New York. An autograph letter written... Read More
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A Free Soil Broadsheet From Boston At The Time Of The 1852 Presidential Election; It Denounces The Fugitive Slave Law! America's Bill Of Abominations!! And Examines The Positions Of The Candidates Franklin Pierce, Winfield Scott And John P. Hale
by (FUGITIVE SLAVE ACT BROADSHEET)
(FUGITIVE SLAVE ACT BROADSIDE). The controversial Fugitive Slave Act became law in 1850 when it was signed by Millard Fillmore. It authorized that all escaped slaves be returned to their owners and required that the citizens in the non-slave holding states assist in their capture. It denied the arrested slaves a day in court, and it fueled the abolitionist movement.Broadsheet. 2pg. 16 x 22. 1852. Boston. A broadsheet published in Boston shortly before the 1852... Read More
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Author Harold Brodkey Writes Letter Critiquing A Larry Woiwode Novel: There Is A Market For His Kind Of Failure
by HAROLD BRODKEY
HAROLD BRODKEY (1930-1996). Harold Brodkey, born Aaron Roy Weintraub, was an American novelist and short-story writer. He graduated from Harvard University in 1952 and began his career working for The New Yorker, where he received two O. Henry Awards for his short-stories. His most famous works are First Love and Other Sorrows, The Runaway Soul, which took him 32 years to complete, and This Wild Darkness: The Story of My Death, which is about his struggle with AIDS, which... Read More
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Future Florida Governor, James E. Broome, Signs 1845 Document As Probate Judge
by JAMES E. BROOME
JAMES EMILIUS BROOME (1808-1883). Broome served as the third Governor of Florida between 1853 to 1857. DS. 2 pg. 8 x 10. November 19. 1845. N.p. A document signed J.E. Broome. The front of the document is the Sales of Cottonfor asc and risk of Estate of John W. Gotten deceased by Henry Waring & Son. Before serving as Floridas Governor James E. Broome was Probate Judge of Leon County between 1841-1848, and as such he was required to... Read More
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New Hampshire Writer Alice Brown Pens Copy of Her Poem "The Happy Gardener"
by ALICE BROWN
AQS. No place. An autograph quote signed "Alice Brown" of her poem "The Happy Gardener": "When you die, earth-long, / Shrubs shall be your cover / Braver than the purple pale / Spun to veil dead kings mutual". The piece is in very fine condition overall.
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Robert Browning Accepts An Invitation From A Noble Woman
by ROBERT BROWNING
ROBERT BROWNING (1812-1889). Browning was among the best known and most esteemed English poets of the nineteenth century. ALS. 1pg. 4 x 6 . April 27, 1877. 19 Warwick Crescent [London]. An autograph letter signed Robert Browning to Lady Hatherley. The author penned: Dear Lady Hatherley, I beg to thank you for your kind invitation & to say that I accept it with great pleasure. With best respects to Lord Hatherley pray believe me Dear... Read More
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A William Cullen Bryant Signed Image
by WILLIAM CULLEN BRYANT
PS. 4 x 6 . No date. No place. A photograph signed William Cullen Bryant on the mount of a carte-de-visite holder. The image of an older, bearded Bryant was slipped into the holder. There is minor browning to the holder, and the signature is dark. There is a similar photograph signed John P Hale on the lower margin; he was a prominent New Hampshire Senator.
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William Cullen Bryant Thanks Banker Jay Cooke For A Letter Of Credit
by WILLIAM CULLEN BRYANT
WILLIAM CULLEN BRYANT (1794-1878). Bryant, a poet, is best remembered for Thanatopsis. He also spent time doing translations and was, for fifty years, the editor of the New York Evening Post.JAY COOKE (1821-1905). A prominent banker, Cooke helped finance the Civil War through the sale of bonds. After putting much of his money in railroads, the stock bubble burst, and Jay Cooke and Company failed. He soon began other ventures and recouped his fortune.ALS.... Read More
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William Jennings Bryan Edits His Whos Who In America Listing
by WILLIAM JENNINGS BRYAN
WILLIAM JENNINGS BRYAN (1860-1925). Bryan was the Democratic nominee for President in 1896, 1900, and 1908, and Secretary of State under President Woodrow Wilson. AMS. 1 pg. 8 x 10. 1922-1923. N.p. An autographed manuscript signed W.J. Bryan. This manuscript is For WHOS WHO IN AMERICA (Vol. 12 1922-23). Founded in 1898, Whos Who is a directory of short biographies grouped by different subjects. This includes Whos Who in America, which, according to its preface, endeavors to profile the... Read More
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William Jennings Bryan Is Not Down And Out: Hes Not Through With The World & Its Allies. The Initiative & Referendum Is Going To Make A Big Gain This Winter
by WILLIAM JENNINGS BRYAN
WILLIAM JENNINGS BRYAN (1860-1925). Bryan was a Congressman, Secretary of State, and multi-time Presidential candidate.ALS. 2pgs. December 21. Mission, Texas. An autograph letter signed W.J. Bryan on The Commoner letterhead. He wrote to Maurer: Your letter at hand. I'm very sorry I cannot attend banquet on Feb 8th. If it were Mch 8 or about that time I could come for I expect to come East about that time. I offer... the service rendered by McLean &... Read More
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William Jennings Bryan Sends Photos Of His Young Grand-Daughters She Reminds Me Of The Way A Militant Suffragette Might Be Supposed To Look
by WILLIAM JENNINGS BRYAN
WILLIAM JENNINGS BRYAN (1860-1925). Bryan was a Congressman, Secretary of State, and multi-time Presidential candidate.ALS. 3pgs. N.d. [1913-1914]. Washington D.C. An autograph letter signed W.J. Bryan as Secretary of State, on his official letterhead. Bryan wrote to a Mr. Bergen concerning his family and a trip to Asheville, North Carolina. My dear Mr. Bergen, I enclose some pictures we have recd of the children and grand-children. Little Helen is presented in more attitudes than Mary in one she... Read More
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A Man Transfers His Dividend Payment From The South Sea Company Two Years After That Company Hit The Peak Of Its Famous Bubble
by SOUTH SEA BUBBLE
(THE SOUTH SEA COMPANY). The South Sea Company was a British venture established in 1711 to trade with South American colonies. Its publicly-traded stock became the subject of a massive bubble in 1720. Shares traded for 1050 British Pounds in June of that year, up from a mere 128 in January, but then fell back to the 100 range by the end of the year. Companies and private individuals alike were financially devastated when the bubble burst, and... Read More
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Pearl Buck Sells Rights To The Spanish-Language Publication Of Command The Morning
by PEARL BUCK
PEARL S. BUCK (1892-1973). Buck was a prolific, Nobel Prize-winning writer and missionary who spent much of her life in China.DS. 2pgs. April 23, 1959. N.p. A printed document signed Pearl S Buck. It is a contract for Spanish-language publication of Bucks novel Command the Morning. MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT made and entered into this 23rd day of April 1959 BETWEEN Pearl S. Buck, c/o. Harold Ober Associates, 40 East 49th Street, New York 17, N.Y. (hereinafter called the Proprietor)... Read More
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Nobel And Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author Pearl Buck Mentions I Had Good Parents And I Have Wonderful Friends, Each Of Whom Has Added To My Life
by PEARL BUCK
PEARL S. BUCK (1892-1973). Nobel and Pulitzer Prize-winning American author best known for her book The Good Earth, which was inspired by her experiences living in China.TLS. 1pg. July 22, 1968. Perkasie, Pennsylvania. A typed letter signed Pearl S. Buck to Patricia Levine of Connecticut: I received your letter of July the 15th with its two questions period I can answer them quite briefly by saying that there is no one person who has exercised any particular influence upon... Read More
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Pearl Buck Signs A First Day Cover Honoring Francis Parkman
by PEARL BUCK
PEARL BUCK (1892-1973). Buck was an American writer and novelist best known for The Good Earth that won the 1932 Pulitzer Prize and she won a Nobel Prize later.Signed FDC. September 16, 1967. Boston, MA. A first day cover signed Pearl S. Buck that honors Francis Parkman, including a vignette of the deceased author. It is in fine condition.
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Pearl Buck, First American Woman To Win The Nobel Prize For Literature, Presents A Chinese Recipe Which I Enjoy
by PEARL BUCK
PEARL BUCK (1892-1973). Buck was an American writer and novelist best known for The Good Earth that won the 1932 Pulitzer Prize and she won a Nobel Prize later.TLS. 2 pgs. 8 x 10. March 21, 1969. Perkasie, Pennsylvania. A typed letter signed Pearl S. Buck to Prim Fletcher: I have received your letter of March the 14th, and I am enclosing a Chinese recipe which I enjoy. The second page of the letter includes an itemized recipe for... Read More
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Pearl Buck Signs A Legal Document Concerning The Spanish Language Publication Of Command The Morning
by PEARL BUCK
PEARL BUCK (1892-1973). Buck, an American writer, won both the Nobel Prize and Pulitzer Prize. She was born in West Virginia, the daughter of missionaries, and lived in China until 1933. Many of her works discuss China and its people. Her best known works are The Good Earth, Dragon Seed, My Several Worlds and A Bridge for Passing. DS. 2pg. 8 x 14. April 23, 1959. New York. A legal document signed Pearl... Read More
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A Vintage Tennis Photograph Signed By Champions Don Budge And Ellsworth Vines
by DON BUDGE
DON BUDGE (1915-2000). Budge was a successful tennis player who remains the only American man win all four major tournaments.ELLSWORTH VINES (1911-1994). Vines was a tennis pro and golf pro; he won four Grand Slam tennis tournaments. PS. 10 x 8. No date. No place. A black and white photograph signed Don Budge and Ellsworth Vines. The image shows the two champs holding rackets and shaking hands. There are mounting remnants to the verso and... Read More
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Proving That Anonymous Cranks Have Always Written Threatening Letters: If You Dare To Publish Another Word Unfavorable To HimI, As An AmericanWill Take The Matter In Hand, Visit New York And Punish You Myself
by (NED BUNTLINE)
NED BUNTLINE (March 20, 1821 July 16, 1886). Buntline, whose real name was Edward Zane Carroll Judson Sr., was an American publisher, journalist, and writer.JAMES GORDON BENNETT (1795-1872). Bennett was the publisher of The New York Herald.ALS. 2pg. October 5, 1849. Philadelphia. An autograph letter signed The Avenger addressed to Bennett. The anonymous author stated: Allow me to say that your insertions in The Herald concerning E.Z.C. Judson Esq, fully confirm the opinion that... Read More
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Horticulturalist Luther Burbank On The Recent Loss Of His Cat
by LUTHER BURBANK
LUTHER BURBANK (1849-1926). Burbank was an American botanist and horticulturalist who created more than 800 varieties of plants in his career.TLS. 1pg. March 25, 1913. Santa Rosa, California. A typed letter signed Luther Burbank on his personalized letterhead. Burbank wrote about his writing projects and the recent loss of his cat. Dear Mrs. Ward: Thank you for note, card and picture of you and your pet. You look very happy with the little doggie. We just lost a beautiful... Read More
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Anthony Burgess Quotes From His Famous Enderby Novel
by ANTHONY BURGESS
ANTHONY BURGESS (1917-1993). Burgess was a British author best remembered for A Clockwork Orange.TLS. 1pg. 9 x 6. November 2, 1971. No place. A typed letter signed Anthony Burgess to Ted Levine: Forgive this delay, not my fault since your letter has only just reached me. I fear that I may be too late to give you what you want, and anyway I'm always embarrassed by that sort of self-laudation, even minorly. But here is a specimen... Read More
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Parliamentarian Edmund Burke Writes To His Banker
by EDMUND BURKE
EDMUND BURKE (1729-1797). Burke was an Irish politician, philosopher, and longtime British parliamentarian.ALS. 1pg. May 1, 1796. Baconsfield, England. An autograph letter signed Edm. Burke. Burke wrote to banker Stephen Thurston Adey. My Dear Adey, I suppose you have already had a Bill drawn on your home from Wm. Smettel at Bath for twenty five pounds on my account. I beg you to honour it. I am ever my d. friend Very truly yours Edm Burke. The letter is... Read More
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Shenandoah Valley Resident Writes To Confederate Colonel Kenton Harper Discussing Defense Of The Valley And Seeking Promotion For His Disabled Brother
by ROBERT W. BURKE
(CIVIL WAR IN VIRGINIA). ALS. 1 pg. 8 x 10. August 31, 1864. Richmond, Virginia. An autograph letter signed RW Burke to Col Kenton Harper: I learn from the authorities that there are at least forty thousand detached men in Virginia who will legitimately belong to the reserve force and in addition to these there are many below the age who would be willing to unite with it provided it is properly officered. For this reason Gen... Read More
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A Signed Photograph By Comedian George Burns
by GEORGE BURNS
PS. 8 x 10. N.d. N.p. A black-and-white photograph signed To Jim Best George Burns showing him with his trademark cigar. The photograph is framed and in fine condition.
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Bureau Of Investigation Director William Burns Writes To A Prospective Agent
by WILLIAM J. BURNS
WILLIAM J. BURNS (1860-1932). Burns was a Secret Service agent, law enforcement official and true crime author. He started the famous Burns Detective Agency and was head of the Bureau of Investigation from August 22, 1921 to June 14, 1924.TLS. 1pg. 8 x 10. December 7, 1921. Washington. A typed letter signed Wm J Burns on Department of Justice Bureau of Investigation letterhead. He wrote to Louis J. Luxembourg of Boston: concerning your application for... Read More
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