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This famed Joffrey Ballet soloist was later a noted choreographer. Large bold signature in blue fountain pen, heavy stock 5" X 3" card, n.p., 1985 August 9. Fine. With original envelope. A great example. More
This famed Joffrey Ballet soloist was later a noted choreographer. Large bold signature in blue fountain pen, heavy stock 5" X 3" card, n.p., 1985 August 9. Fine. With original envelope. A great example. More
This American novelist and playwright (member of the American water polo team at the 1904 Olympics) often used his experiences in Alaska during the Klondike Gold Rush as the basis for his adventure tales such as the 1906 bestseller "The Spoilers"; a household name in the early 20th century because..... More
This American novelist and playwright (member of the American water polo team at the 1904 Olympics) often used his experiences in Alaska during the Klondike Gold Rush as the basis for his adventure tales such as "The Spoilers" (1906); a household name in the early 20th century because of bestsellers..... More
Pioneering, prolific and legendary self-taught American graphic designer whose work spans the commercial, editorial corporate identity and advertising art worlds and who incorporated such disparate elements as bold new typefaces, Dada and 19th century American wood types; among his designs is the U.S. 10-cent stamp honoring Andrew Jackson; one authority..... More
Few have as many television, film and stage credits as this prolific and versatile actor, also a respected comedian who wrote and produced as well -- and no one appeared on Johnny Carson's "Tonight Show" more than he -- over 200 appearances. IPS, 8" X 10", n.p., n.y. Fine. Informal..... More
American track star at the 1932 Olympics. Signature and inscription with credentials in black ballpoint ("winner of silver medal / in 1932 Olympics in / 120 yard high hurdles"), heavy stock 5" X 3" card, n.p. [Gainesville, FL], 1985 January 26. Fine. With original envelope, partly addressed by Beard. Uncommon..... More
This versatile French writer and journalist was among the leading female intellectuals of her day and produced a wide variety of fiction and nonfiction, starting with her 1930 novel "Piège," which won the Prix Renaudot.; she served as secretary for Colette, who became her mentor and in 1958 she co-edited..... More
Silent film actor, director and writer; father of actor George Beban Jr. (1914-77). Large, attractive "Sincerely" and signature, heavy stock 5" X 3" card, n.p., n.d. [dated 1908 September 20 in another hand on verso]. Near fine. Light, even age toning; verso bears an autograph request from an admirer. More
This pitcher debuted in 1924 with the St. Louis Browns (until 1928), also played for the Brooklyn Dodgers (1933-34), Philadelphia Phillies (1939-42), Philadelphia Blue Jays (1943), Detroit Tigers (1944), Cincinnati Reds (1945) and Pittsburgh Pirates (1945). Large full signature in blue ballpoint, heavy stock lined 5" X 3" card, n.p...... More
St. Louis Cardinals and New York Yankees third baseman, debuting in 1913 and retiring in 1918. Nice old-age signature in blue ballpoint, 3" X 5" card, n.p., n.y. Fine. Rather uncommon. More
St. Louis Cardinals and New York Yankees third baseman, debuting in 1913 and retiring in 1918. Nice old-age signature in blue ballpoint, heavy stock 5" X 3" card, n.p., 1973 July 25 Fine. With original envelope. Rather uncommon. More
This centerfielder debuted with the Cleveland Indians in 1936, retiring from there the following year. Bold signature in blue ballpoint, heavy stock 5" X 3" card, n.p., n.y. Near fine. More
This Knight's Cross recipient was a German Luftwaffe night fighter ace who claimed 58 downed aircraft in 110 missions -- including a record-breaking 9 four-engine bombers downed the night of March 14-15, 1945. PS, 6¼" X 4½", n.p., n.y. Fine. Matte finish black and white reprint of a WW2-era candid..... More
Character actor in an unbelievable number of films from the 1930s on -- "The Best Years of Our Lives," "The Farmer's Daughter," "Jack the Giant Killer," etc. -- often playing the archetypal policeman. Neat signature and sentiment, dated 1984 December 3, on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card, n.p...... More
This Lafayette College football star later played guard for three seasons with the Frankford Yellow Jackets (their first NFL season, 1924-25) and New York Giants (1925-26). ANS, 1p, 5 3/4" X 7 3/4", Wilkes-Barre, PA, 1977 June 2. Addressed to Richard C. Laade. Near fine. Cordial note to an admirer..... More
Delegate to First and Second Provincial Congresses; lieutenant governor of South Carolina; member of the Continental Congress (1780-82). Party-printed DS, 1p, 12½" X 7½", Charleston, SC, 1773 August 10. Very good. Minor archival strengthening on verso; minor edge chips. Paper seal present. Attorney Bee, ten a member of the Commons..... More
Few 19th century clergymen achieved the level of household-name fame and influence as this renowned Congregationalist minister, the most fiery of the fire and brimstone preachers; the brother of writer Harriet Beecher Stowe of "Uncle Tom's Cabin" fame, Beecher too was an outspoken social reformer, abolitionist and lecturer whose oratory..... More
American literary critic whose books include "Introduction to Readings from Ruskin" (1885), "An Outline Sketch of English Literature" (1886), the verse collection "Odds and Ends" (1878) and others. ALS, 8pp, 5" X 8", New Haven, CT, 1889 April 8. Addressed to Moss. Very good. Light and even age toning; slight..... More
The namesake son of the great silent film villain was himself a versatile charactor actor; making his screen debut in 1920 alongside his famed father, he appeared in countless films over the years ("The Mark of Zorro," "The Mighty Treve," etc.) and is often remembered as James Garner's father on..... More
This English military officer entered the Royal Navy in 1933, working his way up to Admiral of the Fleet. Choice bold signature in blue ballpoint along with date and "A.F." (Admiral of the Fleet), heavy stock 5" X 3" card, 1980 December 1. Fine. With original envelope. More
This pitcher debuted with the New York Yankees in 1938, and also played for the Cincinnati Reds (1940-47) and New York Giants (1947-48). Handsome signature in blue fountain pen heavy stock 5" X 3" card, n.p., n.y. [ca. 1970]. Near fine. Attractive later life example. More
This Pennsylvanian musician about whom little is known became one of the most prolific song writers and music publishers of his day; among the one thousand songs he supposedly composed are many hymns such as "Great Joy!" and the Mormon classic "Our King" as well as numerous school and church..... More
The Baltimore Oriole star shortstop (1965-81) was considered one of the best of his generation; he played on the 1970 world championship team. Color PS, 3½" X 5¼", n.p., n.d. [ca. 1971]. Near fine. Closeup portrait in Orioles uniform at the height of his fame, nicely signed. More
The Baltimore Oriole star shortstop (1965-81) was considered one of the best of his generation; he played on the 1970 world championship team. Bold signature, heavy stock 5" X 3" card, n.p., 1971 August 25. Near fine. With original envelope. Nice example at the height of his career. More
Debuting in 1950, this first baseman played for the Brooklyn Dodgers and Detroit Tigers. Bold signature in blue ballpoint, heavy stock 5" X 3" card, n.p., 1990 November 7. Fine. With original envelope. More