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Lot 1: AMHERST, JEFFREY. Autograph Letter Signed, "Jeff: Amherst," to Colonel [John] Bradstreet, discussing a land grant
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $700 - $1,000
Description: AMHERST, JEFFREY. Autograph Letter Signed, "Jeff: Amherst," to Colonel [John] Bradstreet, discussing a land grant from New York Governor Nicolls, and sending a letter for Major Duncan [not present]. With a postscript, additionally signed "J:A:," instructing him to ask Captain Lieutenant Winepress to remain at Albany until a suit has been concluded. 1 page, 4to, with integral blank; short closed separations at folds. New York, 7 February 1762
View additional info » Platinum House Live AuctionLot 3: BLAINE, JAMES G. Autograph Letter Signed, "J.G. Blaine," to President Ulysses S. Grant ("To the President"),
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $250 - $350
Description: BLAINE, JAMES G. Autograph Letter Signed, "J.G. Blaine," to President Ulysses S. Grant ("To the President"), recommending that John A. Wills should fill the vacancy on the Supreme Court created by the death of Edwin M. Stanton. 1 page, 4to, with integral blank, ruled paper; folds. Np, 30 December 1869
View additional info » Platinum House Live AuctionLot 4: BLAINE, JAMES G. Autograph Letter Signed, "J.G. Blaine," to Rev. Samuel Taylor,
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $80 - $120
Description: BLAINE, JAMES G. Autograph Letter Signed, "J.G. Blaine," to Rev. Samuel Taylor, making arrangements for the separate boarding of his sons, Emmons and Walker, at their Andover school. 1 1/4 pages, 4to, "House of Representatives" ruled stationery, written on a single folded sheet; short closed tears at upper edge expertly repaired. Washington, 18 June 1870
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Lot 6: BROWN, JOHN. Autograph Letter Signed, twice, to Samuel Whitman,
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $3,500 - $5,000
Description: SHEPHERDING HIS FLOCK BROWN, JOHN. Autograph Letter Signed, twice, to Samuel Whitman, stating that he has left 300 cattle in the care of Col. Wells, requesting that Whitman prepare the sheep he left with him as he would return next week, stating that he purchased 400 sheep, and reporting that he expects to remain in New England one month. Additional signature and holograph return address on verso. 1 page, tall 4to; complete separations at folds with one vertical fold affecting "B" of recto signature, backed with translucent tissue (affecting holograph address). Fairview, NY, 8 April 1839
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Lot 7: (CIVIL WAR.) GRANT, ULYSSES S. Autograph Letter Signed, "U.S. Grant / Brig. Gen. Com.," to General John Alexander McClernand,
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $800 - $1,200
Description: (CIVIL WAR.) GRANT, ULYSSES S. Autograph Letter Signed, "U.S. Grant / Brig. Gen. Com.," to General John Alexander McClernand, requesting that a unit of cavalry report to Grant. 1 page, 8vo, with integral blank; folds with unobtrusive horizontal one through signature, faint marginal discoloration. Cairo, IL, 22 September 1861
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Lot 8: (CIVIL WAR.) LEE, MARY CUSTIS. Autograph Letter Signed, "M.C. Lee," to Colonel Edward G.W. Butler, promoting her memoir on George Washi
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $400 - $600
Description: ON HER MEMOIR OF GEORGE WASHINGTON (CIVIL WAR.) LEE, MARY CUSTIS. Autograph Letter Signed, "M.C. Lee," to Colonel Edward G.W. Butler, promoting her memoir on George Washington, and apologizing that Robert E. Lee had been unable to visit Butler in Louisiana. With original envelope, addressed in her hand. 3 1/2 pages, 8vo, written on a single folded sheet. "White House" [VA], March 1860
View additional info » Platinum House Live AuctionLot 9: CLAY, HENRY. Autograph Letter Signed, "H. Clay," to Leonard Jacoby,
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $150 - $250
Description: CLAY, HENRY. Autograph Letter Signed, "H. Clay," to Leonard Jacoby, stating that he thought the money owed him had been paid and promising to investigate. 1/2 page, 4to, with integral address leaf, addressed in his hand and with a Franking Signature; toning and brittling overall, marginal discoloration from prior matting, faint scattered dampstaining. sold as is./span Washington, 5 March 1819
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Lot 10: CLAY, HENRY. Autograph Letter Signed, "H. Clay," to Editor of the New York Daily Express James Brooks,
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $800 - $1,200
Description: WHY HE WILL NOT BE A CANDIDATE FOR PRESIDENT CLAY, HENRY. Autograph Letter Signed, "H. Clay," to Editor of the New York Daily Express James Brooks, thanking him for a favorable editorial, explaining why he is opposed to being made a candidate for the Presidency, discussing the forthcoming Philadelphia convention, stating his opinion of the Whig party, and noting his lack of support for General Taylor. With a postscript, additionally signed with initials, remarking that he favors Fillmore. 2 pages, 4to, with integral blank; scattered short separations at folds, wax seal and address portion of mailing envelope mounted to blank third page. Ashland, 8 September 1848
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Lot 13: DAVIS, VARINA HOWELL. Autograph Letter Signed, "Varina Davis," to "My dear Mr. Mann,"
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $600 - $900
Description: HUSBAND JEFFERSON DAVIS "IS ON A TOUR IN THE SOUTHWEST" DAVIS, VARINA HOWELL. Autograph Letter Signed, "Varina Davis," to "My dear Mr. Mann," announcing her daughter's impending marriage and the groom's pedigree, her husband's current activities, her present state of mind, etc. With a 10-line postscript concerning a package delivery written vertically on the 4th page. 3 pages, 8vo, personal stationery, written on a single folded sheet; short separations at folds, 1/2-inch hole at center top affecting a few letters of text. Memphis, 15 September 1875
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Lot 15: HENRY, PATRICK. Autograph Document Signed, "P. Henry," four times,
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $4,000 - $6,000
Description: HENRY, PATRICK. Autograph Document Signed, "P. Henry," four times, retained copy of a land deed in 19 holograph lines, granting 3,000 acres in Jefferson County [VA] to Patrick Henry & John May by Beverly Randolph on June 3, 1789, signed at the lower edge of the page, "Truly copy'd by P. Henry." On the verso is a brief note written in holograph and signed both within the text and after: "Note the patent was delayed several years on account of a caveat which was tryed in Kentucky; & after being long kept at Law, the Land was adjudged to P. Henry & Jno May. Taxes have been duly paid for it by me--the Title never questioned since the Patent. P. Henry." Also on the verso is a holograph statement empowering George Woodson Payne to sell the land described in the deed on Henry's behalf, dated and signed: "P. Henry / Nov'r 10th 1796." 1 1/2 pages, 4to, written on the recto and verso of a single sheet; folds; suspended between sheets of glass and framed. Np, vd
View additional info » Platinum House Live AuctionLot 16: JAY, JOHN. Autograph Letter Signed, to his wife ("My dear Sally"),
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $2,500 - $3,500
Description: TENDER WORDS TO HIS AILING WIFE JAY, JOHN. Autograph Letter Signed, to his wife ("My dear Sally"), expressing eagerness to hear of improvement in her health and conveying his frustration at being unable to visit her. 1 page, 4to, with detached address leaf; folds, faint marginal discoloration from prior matting. Bedford, "Tuesday Evg" no year
View additional info » Platinum House Live AuctionLot 17: KNOX, HENRY. Autograph Letter Signed, "HKnox," to General Henry Jackson ("My dear friend"),
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $350 - $500
Description: KNOX, HENRY. Autograph Letter Signed, "HKnox," to General Henry Jackson ("My dear friend"), introducing John George Williams, explaining that he plans to settle in Maine, and asking him to extend his hospitality. 1 page, small 4to; horizontal folds. Philadelphia, 16 January 1795
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Lot 19: SMITH, SAMUEL FRANCIS. Autograph Poem Signed, "S.F. Smith," all 4 stanzas of his hymn, "America,"
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $1,000 - $1,500
Description: "MY COUNTRY 'TIS OF THEE" SMITH, SAMUEL FRANCIS. Autograph Poem Signed, "S.F. Smith," all 4 stanzas of his hymn, "America," with a holograph note: "Written in 1832." 1 page, oblong 4to, stiff board; brittling to edges, faint scattered foxing, even toning. Np, nd
View additional info » Platinum House Live AuctionLot 20: (AMERICANA.) Group of 6 items Signed, or Signed and Inscribed, by a prominent American.
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $400 - $600
Description: (AMERICANA.) Group of 6 items Signed, or Signed and Inscribed, by a prominent American. Format and condition vary. sold as is./span Vp, vd
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Lot 21: (ALBUM.) Autograph album containing over 300 items Signed, or Signed and Inscribed, by 18th-20th-century musicians, authors, politician
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $20,000 - $30,000
Description: EXTRAORDINARY ASSEMBLAGE (ALBUM.) Autograph album containing over 300 items Signed, or Signed and Inscribed, by 18th-20th-century musicians, authors, politicians, artists and others, including many letters, some calling cards or clipped signatures, few drawings or musical quotations, few documents, kept by Helen Bronson Hart. Most laid down, few laid in, many identified, an average leaf contains six autographs on recto and verso. 4to, morocco with gilt lettering, worn. Vp, vd
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Lot 22: (ASTRONAUTS.) ARMSTRONG, NEIL. Photograph Signed and Inscribed:
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $3,500 - $5,000
Description: (ASTRONAUTS.) ARMSTRONG, NEIL. Photograph Signed and Inscribed: "To Allan Sanford-- / With the Best Wishes of the Photographer / Neil A'g / Apollo 11--," showing four shots of Armstrong as he descended the Lunar Module toward the Moon's surface. Inscribed on the mount below the image. 7 1/2x7 1/2 inches (image), 11x9 inches overall; extreme bottom of signature truncated at bottom edge; matted and framed. [Dayton, 1977]
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Lot 26: BOJAXHIU, AGNES GONXHA ("MOTHER TERESA"). Two items, each Signed "M Teresa MC": Brief Autograph Letter, to Mr. and Mrs. President Reaga
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $800 - $1,200
Description: MOTHER TERESA SENDING BLESSINGS TO PRESIDENT REAGAN BOJAXHIU, AGNES GONXHA ("MOTHER TERESA"). Two items, each Signed "M Teresa MC": Brief Autograph Letter, to Mr. and Mrs. President Reagan * Autograph Note, on verso of a photograph. The letter: "I am praying for you. Be all for Jesus in the present showing your love for the unborn. God bless you." Written partly above and partly below a printed prayer and portrait of her. 1 page, square 12mo, vertical fold. The note: "Keep the joy of loving God in your heart and share this joy with all your people in the U.S.A. God bless you." The photograph, showing a statue of the Virgin Mary. 5x3 1/2 inches; staple holes at upper right. With the original mailing envelope used to send both to the White House. Bronx, 17 October 1984 [from postmark]
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Lot 28: (BUSINESS.) CARNEGIE, ANDREW. Autograph Letter Signed, to Ms. [Elizabeth B.] Chace ("My Dear Miss Chace"),
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $400 - $600
Description: "I AM CONCOCTING NOBLE REVOLUTIONS" (BUSINESS.) CARNEGIE, ANDREW. Autograph Letter Signed, to Ms. [Elizabeth B.] Chace ("My Dear Miss Chace"), expressing regret at not being able to meet, and continuing with family news, the weather, his health and travel plans. 4 pages, square 8vo, personal stationery, written on a single folded sheet; soiling to upper half of signature page (not affecting signature). Np, 12 April 1876
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Lot 29: (BUSINESS.) COOKE, JAY. Brief Autograph Letter Signed, to Rev. T.H. Robinson,
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $600 - $900
Description: (BUSINESS.) COOKE, JAY. Brief Autograph Letter Signed, to Rev. T.H. Robinson, instructing him to "hand Mr Weir a memorandum of your expenses to & from Gibraltar & I will take pleasure in remitting the same." 1 page, 4to, "Jay Cooke & Co., Bankers" stationery; folds with vertical one through signature. Philadelphia, 19 September 1867
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Lot 32: CARVER, GEORGE WASHINGTON. Autograph Letter Signed, "G.W. Carver," to Mrs. Lee [former Tuskegee Choir leader Jennie C. Lee],
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $400 - $600
Description: CARVER, GEORGE WASHINGTON. Autograph Letter Signed, "G.W. Carver," to Mrs. Lee [former Tuskegee Choir leader Jennie C. Lee], expressing thanks for her musical leadership. 1 1/2 pages, 4to, written on the recto and verso of a single sheet, "Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute" stationery; remnants of prior mounting at upper corners, folds. Tuskegee, 22 January 1935
View additional info » Platinum House Live AuctionLot 36: DAVY, HUMPHRY. Autograph Letter Signed, "H. Davy," to James Smithson ("My dear Sir"),
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $350 - $500
Description: DAVY, HUMPHRY. Autograph Letter Signed, "H. Davy," to James Smithson ("My dear Sir"), responding to his question concerning the treatment of tuberculosis, and advising him to look to Paris as such remedies originate in France. 2 1/2 pages, 4to, with integral address leaf; folds. "23 Gros[veno]r Street" [London], 16 January [1821]
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Lot 37: DEBS, EUGENE V. Autograph Quotation Signed, 6 lines of free verse,
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $800 - $1,200
Description: DEBS, EUGENE V. Autograph Quotation Signed, 6 lines of free verse, famously repeated by him in his Statement to the Court when convicted of violating the Sedition Act in 1918. Written on a sheet excised from an autograph album with a few signatures by others written on verso. 1 page, 12mo; faint dampstaining affecting signature and small portion of text. New York, 23 April 1926
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Lot 38: EDISON, THOMAS A. Autograph Letter Signed, "TAE," to his wife [Mina] ("Darling Billy"),
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $3,000 - $4,000
Description: LOVE LETTER MENTIONS HISTORIC MEETING EDISON, THOMAS A. Autograph Letter Signed, "TAE," to his wife [Mina] ("Darling Billy"), 9 pages, small 8vo, personal stationery, written on three sheets with two being folded. Llewellyn Park, "Sunday" [circa August 1896]
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Lot 39: EDISON, THOMAS A. Autograph Letter Signed, "TAE," to his daughter [Madeleine Edison Sloane], in pencil, on the verso of a portion of he
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $800 - $1,200
Description: "I HAVE 3 CHILDREN WHO KNOW THE VALUE OF MONEY" EDISON, THOMAS A. Autograph Letter Signed, "TAE," to his daughter [Madeleine Edison Sloane], in pencil, on the verso of a portion of her letter to him. The five-page letter of Edison's daughter [only two pages are present], appealing to her father "to take up our loan at the West Orange bank . . . and lend us in addition the sum of two thousand dollars." Edison writes "Over," in pencil, following the closing of her letter, replying that he would do as she asks and offering to loan money again against her telephone stock. 2 pages, 8vo, written on separate sheets; few small holes at fold intersections affecting text, minor paperclip stain at top of first page. Np, [circa 4 April 1923]
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Lot 45: EINSTEIN, ALBERT. Autograph Letter Signed, "A. Einstein," to "Dear Jane," in English,
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $2,500 - $3,500
Description: SENDING A TOY ON CHRISTMAS DAY EINSTEIN, ALBERT. Autograph Letter Signed, "A. Einstein," to "Dear Jane," in English, expressing thanks for her Santa Claus, and sending a gift [not present]. 1/2 page, 4to; folds; matted with a portrait and framed. Princeton, 25 December 1941
View additional info » Platinum House Live AuctionLot 46: EINSTEIN, ALBERT. Typed Letter Signed, "A. Einstein,"
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $3,000 - $4,000
Description: WARNING AGAINST AMERICAN ANTI-SEMITISM EINSTEIN, ALBERT. Typed Letter Signed, "A. Einstein," to Lionel M. Ettlinger, in German, offering to help Dr. [Wladimir?] Lasareff to emigrate to America, but warning that coming to America is not obviously better than remaining in Europe as American Anti-Semitism is growing and university instructors are not as respected as they are in Europe. 1 page, 4to, personal stationery with blind stamped letterhead; folds. Princeton, 15 February 1945
View additional info » Platinum House Live AuctionLot 49: (ENTERTAINERS.) Group of 3 items Signed and Inscribed by 19th-century performers.
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $100 - $200
Description: (ENTERTAINERS.) Group of 3 items Signed and Inscribed by 19th-century performers. Format and condition vary. Vp, vd
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Lot 63: (ISRAEL.) WEIZMANN, CHAIM. Group of 3 Typed Letters Signed, "Ch. Weizmann," as President of the World Zionist Organization, to Presiden
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $8,000 - $12,000
Description: "TERMS HAVE BEEN MADE WITH HITLER AT THE EXPENSE OF THE CZECHS" (ISRAEL.) WEIZMANN, CHAIM. Group of 3 Typed Letters Signed, "Ch. Weizmann," as President of the World Zionist Organization, to President of the Zionist Organization of America, Rabbi Solomon Goldman. The first, congratulating him on being elected President, expressing uncertainty about whether a Zionist Congress would be held this year, expressing disappointment in the Évian Conference's lack of support for Palestine, and proposing that a new conference be organized with a focus upon Palestine and featuring prominent Jewish personalities such as Einstein [Keren Hayesod, Antwerp, held in September, 1938?]. 3 pages, 4to, "Jewish Agency" stationery, written on separate sheets; paper clip stain at upper left. The second, marked "Secret" at the head of the first page, projecting a negative outlook for Zionism in light of the British having negotiated with Hitler after the crisis in Czechoslovakia, pressing him for support from America, expressing skepticism that Malcolm MacDonald discussions are in earnest, suggesting that he meet with Ben Cohn, reporting that he would remain in London until the publication of the [Palestine Partition] Commission's report, and telling him to expect Berl Locker in advance of his visit to America. 2 pages, 4to, "Jewish Agency" stationery; paper clip stain and pin holes at upper left. The third, expressing hope that he would participate in the dedication of the new Institute building [Weizmann Institute of Science]. 1 page, 4to, "Weizman House" stationery, pale blue paper. London, 15 July; 3 October 1938; Rehovot, 11 June 1946
View additional info » Platinum House Live AuctionLot 66: KENNEDY, EDWARD M. Typed Letter Signed, "Ted Kennedy," with a holograph postscript, "Saying a prayer for Parren," to Michael B. Mitchel
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $80 - $120
Description: KENNEDY, EDWARD M. Typed Letter Signed, "Ted Kennedy," with a holograph postscript, "Saying a prayer for Parren," to Michael B. Mitchell, Sr., sending condolences for the loss of his uncle Parren [J. Mitchell]. 1 page, 4to, "United States Senate" stationery; horizontal fold. Washington, 31 May 2007
View additional info » Platinum House Live Auction![KING, JR., MARTIN LUTHER. Program for events held on March 13, 1966, [at the Klein Auditorium, Bridgeport], Signed on the rear cover,](http://image.artfact.com/housePhotos/Swann/20/420320/H0132-L43417989_th.jpg)
Lot 70: KING, JR., MARTIN LUTHER. Program for events held on March 13, 1966, [at the Klein Auditorium, Bridgeport], Signed on the rear cover, "
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $1,000 - $2,000
Description: KING, JR., MARTIN LUTHER. Program for events held on March 13, 1966, [at the Klein Auditorium, Bridgeport], Signed on the rear cover, "Martin Luther King." Cover features a collage of images of King surrounding an image of the Nobel Peace Prize medal at center; interior pages include printed lists of sponsors and the order of events leading up to King's address. 4 pages, square 8vo, self-wrappers; faint scattered soiling. [Bridgeport, CT, 13 March 1966]
View additional info » Platinum House Live AuctionLot 72: LIND, JENNY. Autograph Letter Signed, "Jenny Goldschmidt," to "My Dear Mr. Halle,"
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $350 - $500
Description: THE PRIMA DONNA'S REQUIREMENTS LIND, JENNY. Autograph Letter Signed, "Jenny Goldschmidt," to "My Dear Mr. Halle," asking him to help her get accommodations in Manchester, and specifying her requirements. 8 pages, 8vo, on two folded sheets, "Windsor Hotel" stationery. Edinburgh, 22 November 1861
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Lot 73: LIVINGSTONE, DAVID. Brief Autograph Letter Signed, "David Livingstone," to Rev. W. Robinson:
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $800 - $1,200
Description: LIVINGSTONE, DAVID. Brief Autograph Letter Signed, "David Livingstone," to Rev. W. Robinson: "Many thanks for your kind invitation but I am to address a public meeting tomorrow & then leave for London by the last train on Saturday." 2 pages, 8vo, with integral blank; horizontal folds. "Trinity College," 4 December 1857
View additional info » Platinum House Live AuctionLot 75: MACARTHUR, DOUGLAS. Brief Autograph Note Signed, "Not a word of truth in this. DMacA,"
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $350 - $500
Description: MACARTHUR, DOUGLAS. Brief Autograph Note Signed, "Not a word of truth in this. DMacA," replying to a question posed by a woman in Illinois, written diagonally in the lower margin of her letter to him. In her typed letter she states, "One or more . . . ex-service men in this area who served under you in Japan have been circulating rumors . . . to the effect that you own a palace in Japan, . . . and while your boys were tired and battle-weary, you forced them to build a road to said palace. Your answer will . . . settle an argument. . . ." 1 page, square 8vo; horizontal fold. With the original envelope used by MacArthur. [New York, March 1952]
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Lot 79: NESSELRODE, KARL ROBERT; GRAF VON. Autograph Letter Signed, "Nesselrode," to an unnamed recipient (lacking salutation), in French,
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $400 - $600
Description: NESSELRODE, KARL ROBERT; GRAF VON. Autograph Letter Signed, "Nesselrode," to an unnamed recipient (lacking salutation), in French, expressing thanks for sending wine and paté, and discussing complicated arrangements for payment. In a postscript, he asks for a shipment of the best lamp oil. 3 pages, small 4to, written on a single folded sheet; marked bleed-through throughout. St. Petersburg, 13 February 1817
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Lot 80: NIGHTINGALE, FLORENCE. Autograph Letter Signed, to "the Secretary of St. George's Hospital,"
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $800 - $1,200
Description: NIGHTINGALE, FLORENCE. Autograph Letter Signed, to "the Secretary of St. George's Hospital," asking for permission on behalf of her housekeeper for a visit to a poor German boy. 2 pages, 8vo, "4. Cleveland Row" mourning stationery, with integral blank. [London], 11 July 1863
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Lot 81: O'CASEY, SEAN. Autograph Letter Signed, to Martha Millet,
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $600 - $900
Description: "BURY THE GUNS & THE GENERALS WITH THEM" O'CASEY, SEAN. Autograph Letter Signed, to Martha Millet, praising her book of poems, agreeing with its anti-war message, stating that America, England, and Ireland are controlled by dangerous fools, expressing sympathy with her life as a housewife, and comparing the suffering of the Irish with that of Jews. 2 pages, 4to, written on the recto and verso of a single sheet, personal stationery; folds. With the original envelope. Totnes, Devon, 15 October 1952
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Lot 82: PATTON, GEORGE S. Autograph Letter Signed, "G S Patton Jr.," to his mother, in pencil,
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $3,000 - $4,000
Description: WRITTEN DURING PERSHING'S EXPEDITION AGAINST PANCHO VILLA PATTON, GEORGE S. Autograph Letter Signed, "G S Patton Jr.," to his mother, in pencil, recounting a hunting trip he made with General Pershing, mentioning the job he shares with the Chief of Staff of inspecting 2,500 horses, and telling her to encourage Pa to get into the Senate. 2 pages, 4to, written on two sides of a single sheet; folds, even toning. [Mexico], 21 August 1916
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Lot 87: STANTON, ELIZABETH CADY. Autograph Letter Signed, to Rose E. Cleveland,
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $500 - $750
Description: STANTON, ELIZABETH CADY. Autograph Letter Signed, to Rose E. Cleveland, addressing the mistaken impression that arose from the publication of an open letter from Stanton concerning her. 4 1/4 pages, 8vo, written on two sheets with one folded. With the original envelope. Tenafly, NJ, 24 March [1886: from postmark]
View additional info » Platinum House Live AuctionLot 88: STEPHENSON, GEORGE. Autograph Letter Signed, "Geo. Stephenson," to Mr. [William?] Vickers ("My dear Sir"),
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $350 - $500
Description: STEPHENSON, GEORGE. Autograph Letter Signed, "Geo. Stephenson," to Mr. [William?] Vickers ("My dear Sir"), reporting that the line from Leeds to the London & Birmingham Railway will require that his Sheffield Branch be brought forward and requesting that he ensure that his subscribers support the General Line. 1 1/4 page, 4to; moderate soiling to first page, folds with few small holes at intersections. London, 30 July 1835
View additional info » Platinum House Live Auction![WASHINGTON, BOOKER T. Autograph Letter Signed, twice, to Mrs. Lee [Tuskegee Choir leader Jennie C. Lee],](http://image.artfact.com/housePhotos/Swann/20/420320/H0132-L43418005_th.jpg)
Lot 90: WASHINGTON, BOOKER T. Autograph Letter Signed, twice, to Mrs. Lee [Tuskegee Choir leader Jennie C. Lee],
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $700 - $1,000
Description: WASHINGTON, BOOKER T. Autograph Letter Signed, twice, to Mrs. Lee [Tuskegee Choir leader Jennie C. Lee], suggesting that she sometimes speaks in a way that is at odds with the interests of the school, but assuring her that all know her feelings are supportive of the school. With an Autograph Postcript Signed, "BTW," concerning her relationship with Mr. Smith, written vertically on second page. 2 1/2 pages, small 4to, "Tuskegee Institute" stationery, written on a single folded sheet; minor smudging to first page text. Tuskegee, 28 March 1908
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Lot 92: WELLES, ORSON. Autograph Inscription Signed, "Good wishes," on a graphite drawing, bust portrait of him by M.H. Herrin,
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $250 - $350
Description: WELLES, ORSON. Autograph Inscription Signed, "Good wishes," on a graphite drawing, bust portrait of him by M.H. Herrin, showing him in suit and tie. Inscribed in the blank margin below the image. Additionally signed by the artist, lower left, in pencil. 7 3/4x5 1/2 inches (image), 12x9 1/4 inches overall; crease touching inscription. Np, [circa 1942]
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Lot 94: WELLINGTON, ARTHUR WELLESLEY; 1ST DUKE. Autograph Letter Signed, "Wellington," to General [Alan] Cameron, concerning his son's bad con
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $600 - $900
Description: WRITTEN DURING THE PRELUDE TO THE BATTLE OF WATERLOO WELLINGTON, ARTHUR WELLESLEY; 1ST DUKE. Autograph Letter Signed, "Wellington," to General [Alan] Cameron, concerning his son's bad conduct and his absence from the Army. 2 1/2 pages, 4to, written on a single folded sheet; short closed separations at folds. Paris, 18 January 1815
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Lot 95: WELLINGTON, ARTHUR WELLESLEY; 1ST DUKE. Autograph Letter Signed, "Wellington / Prince de Waterloo," to George Stainforth concerning lan
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $800 - $1,200
Description: WRITING TO WATERLOO COMRADE-IN-ARMS WELLINGTON, ARTHUR WELLESLEY; 1ST DUKE. Autograph Letter Signed, "Wellington / Prince de Waterloo," to George Stainforth concerning land in Belgium granted to him as a reward for his victory at Waterloo. 2 pages, 8vo, written on the first two pages of a single folded sheet; minor scattered foxing, few short separations at folds with one repaired with paper on second page (not affecting text), mounting remnants to blank terminal page. With the original envelope mounted to integral blank. "Wahull Castle," 9 November 1839
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Lot 99: WRIGHT, ORVILLE. Typed Letter Signed, to journalist and author Mark Sullivan,
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $4,000 - $6,000
Description: AGREEING TO COMMENT ON AVIATION HISTORY CHAPTER WRIGHT, ORVILLE. Typed Letter Signed, to journalist and author Mark Sullivan, praising his depiction of life in America in 1900, agreeing to comment on his draft of a chapter on flying, and remarking that Rear Admiral Melville had expressed skepticism concerning the possibility of powered flight as late as 1901. 1 page, 4to; minor staining at center and upper edge, horizontal folds. Dayton, 9 July 1926
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Lot 101: ADAMS, JOHN. Autograph Letter Signed, twice, to Thomas Clark,
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $2,500 - $3,500
Description: ADAMS, JOHN. Autograph Letter Signed, twice, to Thomas Clark, thanking him for sending his book, Naval History of the United States, and for his proposal for a general history of the U.S., mentioning Trumbull's history, and promising to distribute his proposal to others. 1 page, 4to, with integral address leaf with a Franking Signature and addressed in his hand; backed with tissue, tears in address leaf repaired with paper, small holes at fold intersections. Quincy, 25 January 1815
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Lot 103: CARTER, JIMMY. Two items: Typed Letter Signed, twice, as President * First day cover, Signed.
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $400 - $600
Description: CARTER, JIMMY. Two items: Typed Letter Signed, twice, as President * First day cover, Signed. The letter, to fishing literature publisher Nick Lyons, thanking him for sending books by and for fishermen. With a 3-line Autograph Postscript Signed: "PS. All the books are fine, but I have particularly enjoyed The Trout and the Fly. J." The cover, commemorating Ronald Reagan's first Inauguration Day. The cachet shows the White House with fountain in foreground. 3 1/2x6 1/2 inches. Both matted together with a portrait and framed. Washington, 28 July 1980; 20 January 1981; inscription: Np, nd
View additional info » Platinum House Live AuctionLot 104: CLEVELAND, GROVER. Fragment of an Autograph Letter Signed, as Governor, to the Committee of the Democratic National Convention,
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $2,000 - $3,000
Description: ACCEPTING NOMINATION FOR PRESIDENT CLEVELAND, GROVER. Fragment of an Autograph Letter Signed, as Governor, to the Committee of the Democratic National Convention, the signature page including the last 17 lines of text, retained draft of the letter accepting his first nomination for president. 1 page, folio, ruled paper; remnants of prior mounting at upper corners and upper edge verso, folds. [Albany, 18 August 1884]
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Lot 110: GARFIELD, LUCRETIA. Autograph Letter Signed, "L.R. Garfield," to "My Dear Mrs. Sheldon,"
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $400 - $600
Description: "WE SHALL FIND OURSELVES ALONE IN THE WHITE HOUSE" GARFIELD, LUCRETIA. Autograph Letter Signed, "L.R. Garfield," to "My Dear Mrs. Sheldon," regretting her own neglect of White House social planning, inviting General and Mrs Sheldon to be their guests for several weeks, and asking her to recommend contacts familiar with Washington etiquette. With a one-page postscript, additionally signed with initials, discussing dresses and expressing relief that the reading of the electoral count had been completed so quietly. 4 pages, 8vo, written on a single folded sheet, "Lawnfield" stationery; folds, minor scattered bleed-through. Mentor, 9 February 1884
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Lot 111: GRANT, JULIA DENT. Autograph Letter Signed, to her sister-in-law, Helen Louise Lynd Dent ("My dear Helen"),
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $600 - $900
Description: GRANT, JULIA DENT. Autograph Letter Signed, to her sister-in-law, Helen Louise Lynd Dent ("My dear Helen"), extending condolences on the recent death of her husband, General Frederick Tracy Dent. 3 pages, 8vo, mourning stationery, written on a single folded sheet with the first two on facing pages and the third on the full 4to verso; staining on second page with minor loss of text, folds. Salem Center, NY, 28 December 1892
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Lot 112: GRANT, ULYSSES S. Autograph Document Signed, "Rec'd Payment / J.R. Grant / By U.S. Grant,"
May 23, 2013, 1:30 PM EST
New York, NY, USA
Estimated Price: $500 - $750
Description: TANNER AND SOON-TO-BE COMMANDING GENERAL GRANT, ULYSSES S. Autograph Document Signed, "Rec'd Payment / J.R. Grant / By U.S. Grant," a receipt for the purchase of hides and other items by Mr. S. Ellison from the leather shop in Galena, IL, belonging to his father, Jesse Root Grant. The receipt, 24 lines, for $83.00 of goods. 1 page, folio, "J.R. Grant, Dealer in Leather" stationery, ruled paper; short closed tear touching signature, two quarter-size holes in left margin affecting text, folds. Galena, IL, 12 September 1860
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