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Oklahoma representative (1951-73). Large signature and "MC / (1st Okla Dist)" on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card, n.p., 1969 November 25. Fine. With original envelope. More
Oklahoma representative (1951-73). Large signature and "MC / (1st Okla Dist)" on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card, n.p., 1969 November 25. Fine. With original envelope. More
Famed French actress, remembered for a few select films of the 1930s and '40s ("Carnet de Bal," "Innocents of Paris," "The Night Is Ours"). Large signature, dated 1978 December 10, on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card, n.p. Fine. With original envelope. Uncommon. More
Mild-mannered leading man of countless films from the 1930s and '40s, later a fine character actor active into the 1980s. PS, 8½" X 6½", n.p., n.d. Near fine. Glossy scene from the 1960 film version of the 1958 play for which Bellamy won his only Tony, "Sunrise at Campobello," showing..... More
Mild-mannered leading man of countless films from the 1930s and '40s, later a fine character actor active into the 1980s. PS, 6½" X 8" archivally tipped to larger acid-free matte board, n.p., n.d. Fine. Attractive book photograph showing Bellamy in trench coat as a young man, nicely signed. More
This American politician and diplomat represented New York in Congress (1881-88), served as U.S. Minister to Spain during the Spanish-American War and in 1906 was named president of the National Publicity Bill Organization which advocated campaign finance reform. Attractive and bold signature below a typewritten "Very sincerely yours" on a...... More
The son of humorist Robert Benchley was himself the author of many humorous and historical novels. TLS, 1p, 7¼" X 10¼", Siasconset, MA, 1962 September 25. Addressed to Mrs. Peter J. Scott. Near fine. Regrets he probably cannot provide a copy of "One to Grow On" ("which... is still in..... More
This pitcher debuted in 1925 with the Cleveland Indians (until 1926), also playing for the Philadelphia Phillies (1928-32, 1936), Brooklyn Dodgers (1933-35), Boston Braves (1936) and Cincinnati Reds (1938). Bold signature in blue ballpoint, heavy stock 5" X 3" card, n.p., n.y. Near fine. Large and nice late life example..... More
Archbishop of Berlin. Signature and date (1971 March 18) on a special heavy stock 5" X 3" card, n.p. [East Berlin, East Germany]. Fine. With original envelope. More
This early Tarzan ("The New Adventures of Tarzan," 1935) also starred in the first "Lone Ranger" serial (1938) and had roles in "The Treasure of the Sierra Madre" and "Mildred Pierce." Handsome signature, dated 1984 November 27, on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card, n.p. Fine. With original envelope..... More
Popular and durable star of countless films of the 1930s and '40s. PS, 8" X 11", n.p., n.y. Near fine. Book photograph (another image on verso), a flat-finish black-and-white still scene set in Kenya from the 1947 drama "The Macomber Affair" depicting Gregory Peck (as professional hunter Robert Wilson) comforting..... More
Popular and durable star of countless films of the 1930s and '40s. Color PS, 14" X 11", n.p., n.d. Very good. Flat finish 1956 lobby card for the melodrama "There's Always Tomorrow" showing lead Fred MacMurray surrounded by co-stars Gigi Perreau and Pat Crowley while Bennett and William Reynolds stand..... More
This silent film actor turned screenwriter in the 1920s, and his credits include W.S. Van Dyke's "Half-a-Dollar Bill" (1924) and Hoot Gibson's "The Phantom Bullet" (1926). Bold and nice "Stay away from all the / 'Eves' --.-- they are full / of apple-sauce / Curtis Benton / K.N.X." on a...... More
This influential French politician and long-time senator, that country's ambassador to the United States (1926-27), headed high-level foreign affairs committees in the 1930s and in 1932 was appointed French delegate to the League of Nations. ALS, 1p, 5¼" X 8¼", Paris, France, 6 October 1934. On letterhead of the "Commission..... More
Known as "Lord Beresford," this British admiral is remembered for his part in the bombardment of Alexandria in the Egyptain War of 1882 and the Nile expedition (1884-85). LS, 1p, 5" X 8", Chicago, IL, 1899 February 19. Addressed to Miss F. Maryanna Neumann. Very good. Moderately age toned, with..... More
Candice's father was America's leading ventriloquist in vaudeville, in films, on radio and on television for over half a century, performing with everyone's favorite dummy, Charlie McCarthy. IPS, 5" X 7", n.p., n.y. [ca. 1965]. Near fine. Handsome half-length portrait of a young McCarthy in tails and cape and top..... More
Candice's father was America's leading ventriloquist in vaudeville, in films, on radio and on television for over half a century, performing with everyone's favorite dummy, Charlie McCarthy. Signed Postal Cover, 6½" X 3½", cancelled in Chicago, Illinois, on February 16, 1973. Near fine. 8-cent "Pharmacy" stamp at upper left. NOT..... More
This Austrian-born character actor appeared in numerous stage productions and was an influential drama instructor; he did do a few films, though, such as "Five Fingers" and "Cleopatra." Signature and date (1988 November 25) on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card, n.p. Fine. With original envelope. More
This college baseball star played first base and outfield for the New York Yankees (1975, 1977), Houston Astros (1978-81), San Francisco Giants (1981-83) and Detroit Tigers (1984-92). Choice bold signature in blue fineline on a special 5" X 3" heavy card, n.p., 1988 July 8. Fine. With original envelope. A...... More
British composer. Lovely signature, heavy stock 5" X 3" card, n.p., 1980 November 30. Fine. With original envelope. More
"Uncle Miltie," a prolific comedian who began in vaudeville and became America's top television personality with "The Milton Berle Show" (1948-56). Color IPS, 8" X 10", n.p., n.d. Near fine. Handsome half-length printed portrait wearing tuxedo and typically inane grin, boldly inscribed and signed in a light portion at upper..... More
"Uncle Miltie," a prolific comedian who began in vaudeville and became America's top television personality with "The Milton Berle Show" (1948-56). Signed Postal Cover, 6½" X 3½", cancelled at New York, NY, on July 12, 1973. Near fine. 5-cent "Voice of America" stamp and 3-cent "Francis Parkman American Historian" stamps..... More
Best known as Tevye in the stage play "Fiddler on the Roof," this character actor played innumerable cops and robbers on film and television. Bold signature, dated 1969 January 4, on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card, n.p. [New York, NY]. Fine. With original envelope. More
This Chicago pianist -- no relation to Leonard -- debuted with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra in January 1928 and proved a popular soloist; her gigs included a stint with the Woman's Symphony Orchestra of Chicago, one of the first all-female orchestras in the U.S. IPS [Moffett], 8" X 10", n.p...... More
The long-time president of the International Pressmen and Assistants' Union of North America (1907-48) was appointed U.S. senator from Tennessee by that state's governor at the death of Senator Nathan L. Bachman in 1937 to complete his term, but served only until 1938, failing in his bid for election. Printed..... More
This British-born actress, once married to Herbert Marshall, starred on stage and in English and American films such as "The Man Who Knew Too Much," "The Swiss Family Robinson" and "The Ghost and Mrs. Muir." PS, 5" X 7", n.p., n.d. Good plus. Heavy mounting traces on verso. Vintage matte..... More