ANDERSON, Russell H. (?-?)

Autograph Letter Signed

This historian and Chicago Museum of Science and Industry curator was named director of Cleveland's renowned Western Reserve Historical Society in 1946, one of the most reknowned of its kind in the country until its recent fall from grace. ALS, 2pp, 8½" X 11", Cleveland, OH, n.y. [1947 July 2]. Addressed to Mary B. Day, librarian of the Museum of Science and Industry. Fine. On Western Reserve Historical Society letterhead, a mimeographed form letter dated June 26, 1947 and headlined "Microfilming of the Scioto Gazette, 1800 -- 1866" announces this early microfilming project and solicits the loan of missing issues for this effort. This ALS begins at the bottom of this printed letter and fills the reverse. The newly-appointed director jokes with his former colleague, "I don't expect you to have a Scioto Gazette in your handbag but I thot [sic] that you might like to know of one of my activities in my new post. This is my first venture into microfilming of a whole newspaper file -- it seems to be coming along fine.." He goes a nice summary of his new digs: "This is really quite a place. We have a very good hist. museum and a good hist. library housed in two Florentine style 'Gold Coast' residences, each with 70 rooms large and small. We have about 200000 books, 200000 pamphlets, 20000 volumes of newspapers and over 1000 rolls of microfilm of newspapers, about 1,000,000 manuscripts, a good map collection, the sixth best genealogical library (just back of Newberry, I understand) the third best stamp library, a lot of good pictures, the best Shaker Society collection anywhere, a good costume collection (i.e. books and plates and some real costumes) a collection of about 3000 Lincoln items, a lot of Civil War materials inc. a good deal of Confederate manuscripts, pamphlets, books, etc. I could go on but you see what I have to play with and can imagine what a good time I am having. We have some autographs and expect to receive (I hope, I hope) a collection of Signers of the Dec. of Independence -- owned by on of our trustees. Yes, B. Gwinnet is there!" Original envelope present, as is a December 25, 1947 "Cleveland Plain Dealer" article titled "Rich Lore Awaits History Delvers," which depicts Anderson in his office. .

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Book number: 34577

Catalogue: Autographs

Keywords: Authors

ANDERSON, Andrew "Andy" (?-?)

Signature

This Negro Leagues player (1916-36) was a teammate of Satchel Paige on the 1927 Chattanooga Black Lookouts; he also played for the Mohawk Giants and the Syracuse Black Chiefs. Large bold "Andrew Andy Anderson" in blue fineline, heavy stock 5" X 3" card, n.p. 1987 March 16. Near fine. Anderson started to sign the verso as well before realizing he'd already signed the card, thus the "Andrew Andy A" found there. .

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Book number: 21893

Catalogue: Autographs

Keywords: NEGRO LEAGUES Athletes

ANDERSON, Alfred "Alf" (1914-85)

Signature

World War Two interrupted the career of this shortstop, who debuted with the Pittsburgh Pirates in 1941 and retired there in 1946. Bold signature in blue ballpoint (below which he pens "Pittsburgh / 41, 42, 46,"), heavy stock 5" X 3" card, n.p. n.y. Near fine. Undated, but a choice later life example. .

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Book number: 21932

Catalogue: Autographs

Keywords: Athletes

ANDERSON, John (?-?)

Signature and Salutation

This officer with the 57th Regiment of Massachusetts Volunteers during the Civil War penned that regiment's official history, "The Fifth-Seventh Regiment of Massachusetts Volunteers in the War of the Rebellion" (Boston, 1896). Handsome "Very truly yours / John Anderson / Capt. U.S. Army / President 57th Association" in black ink, 3 3/4" X 2" slip, n.p. n.y. Very good. Faint age toning; mounting traces on verso. A lovely and boldly penned example complete with rank. .

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Book number: 31674

Catalogue: Autographs

Keywords: Civil War

ANDERSON, Harry (1952-2018)

Signature

This comedian and magician is best remembered as Judge Harry Stone in the popular sitcom "Night Court" (1984-92) as well as for the shorter-lived "Dave's World" (1993-97). Large bold signature in blue ballpoint on a special heavy stock 5" X 3" card, n.p. n.y. Fine. With original envelope [postal cancellation Los Angeles, CA, 9 April 1983]. An incredibly early, pre-"Night Court" example when Anderson was doing guest spots on "Saturday Night Live" and "Cheers. .

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Book number: 43663

Catalogue: Autographs

Keywords: Film & Theater

ANDERSON, Clinton P. (1895-1975)

Signature / Unsigned Photograph

Secretary of agriculture under Truman (1945-48) and Democratic senator from New Mexico (1949-73). Bold signature in blue fountain pen, heavy stock 5" X 3" card, n.p. 1969 October 30. Fine. With original envelope. Accompanied by a superb vintage 8½" X 6½" glossy news agency photograph (International News Photo). Fine. Issued on 9 April 1947, this informal half-length shot depicts Commerce Secretary Averill Harriman, the chairman of the Economic Advisory Council and Agriculture Secretary Anderson chatting and smiling as they leave the White House. The original mimeographed caption sheet (usually absent, for printed on cheap newsprint) is still present and in superb condition, and captions this image: "Special Cabinet Meeting Weighs Rise in Prices," elaborating "President Truman met in a special meeting with his cabinet today and heard a full-dress discussion of the nation's economy, but no immediate government action to halt the rise of high prices was decided upon.." A scarce and desireable image. .

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Book number: 31199

Catalogue: Autographs

Keywords: Government & Politics

ANDERSON, C. Elmer (1912-98)

Signed First Day Cover

Minnesota's 28th governor (1952-55) had already served a record-setting 11 years as lieutenant governor starting at the record-setting age of 26! Signed First Day Cover, 6½" X 3½", cancelled at Fort Snelling, Minnesota on October 17, 1970 and with "First Day of Issue" noted. Near fine. Single 6-cent "Great Northwest Fort Snelling 1820 1970" stamp at upper right. No decorative cachet at left; no distracting recipient's name/address. Just at the left of the "sweet spot," Anderson signs boldly in blue ballpoint. Anderson chaired the Fort Snelling Sesquicentennial Commission and spearheaded efforts to preserve and restore this site, thus his signature on this cover is especially relevant. Small portion of original transmittal envelope present. A printed Department of the Army "stuffer" enclosed notes that "This envelope, existing in limited edition, is probably unique in postal history," for a Post Office was created in Fort Snelling for one day only solely to issue and cancel this particular stamp. .

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Book number: 21361

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Keywords: Government & Politics

ANDERSON, "Maxie" (1934-83)

Signed Commemorative Postal Cover

American career balloonist with many "firsts" to his name; in 1978 he Ben Abruzzo and Larry Newman piloted the Double Eagle II in the first Transatlantic balloon crossing, departing Maine on August 11 and landing in France six days later -- for which they were awarded the Congressional Gold Medal in 1979. Signed commemorative postal cover honoring this achievement, 6½" X 3½", cancelled in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on April 20, 1979. Envelope bears the 13-cent "French Alliance 1778" stamp and 4-cent "A Public That Reads" stamp and a special postal cancellation featuring an image of the Double Eagle balloon and the caption "Double Eagle II / First Transatlantic Balloon Flight." No decorative printed cachet at left; no distracting recipient's name/address present. Anderson signs boldly in black fineline near the center. Also present is a small portion of the original mailing envelope used to transmit this cover (cancelled in Albuquerque July 18, 1979). An Albuquerque philatelic connection is relevant, for the Double Eagle II crew were among those who established this town as the ballooning capital of the world. Anderson died in a balloon crash in Germany, making his a rather scarce signature. .

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Book number: 27480

Catalogue: Autographs

Keywords: Exploration & Invention

ANDERSON, George W. (1907-92)

Typed Note Signed

This U.S. Navy admiral was Chief of Naval Operations in charge of the U.S. blockade of Cuba during the Soviet missile crisis in 1962; denied appointment as Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff because of friction with Secretary of Defense McNamara, he was named U.S. Ambassador to Portugal. TNS, 1p, 5 3/4" X 7 3/4", n.p. 1962 August 31. Addressed to Gerald L. Arnholt. Near fine. Single faint horizontal fold. On "Chief of Naval Operations" letterhead featuring a 4-star blue flag, the admiral complies with an autograph request. "I am honored that my signature will be added to such a distinguished collection." Bold full signature. .

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Book number: 27398

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Keywords: Military

ANDERSON, Clinton P. (1895-1975)

Typed Note Signed

Secretary of agriculture under Truman (1945-48) and New Mexico senator (1949-73). TNS, 1p, 8½" X 11", Albuquerque, NM, 1939 October 26. Addressed to Owen Davies. Near fine. On Anderson's "General Insurance" letterhead, the future cabinet member orders a copy of Ruth Underhill's "First Penthouse Dwellers in America." Shipping cost was three cents -- those were the days. Large, bold signature on this exceptionally early item. .

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Book number: 31202

Catalogue: Autographs

Keywords: Government & Politics

ANDREWS, Harry (1911-89)

Inscribed Photograph Signed

English tough guy character actor who struts his stuff in "The Battle of Britain" and numerous combat films. IPS, 3½" X 5½", n.p. 1960. Fine. Striking glossy closeup in costume from "Solomon and Sheba" (1959), inscribed "Best wishes / from / Harry Andrews / 1960. .

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Book number: 15559

Catalogue: Autographs

Keywords: Film & Theater

ANDREWS, Tige (1920-2007)

Signature / Unsigned Photograph

This character actor appears in a number of films, but is remembered for cop roles on television series, portraying Lieutenant Johnny Russo on "The Detectives" (1959-62) and Captain Adam Greer on "The Mod Squad" (1968-73). Large, bold "My Best! / Tiger Andrews" in black ballpoint on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card, which he dates 23 July 1986 at upper right. Fine. With original envelope. Accompanied by a fine 10" X 8" glossy black-and-white photograph, a still scene from a 1972 "Mod Squad" episode showing Andrews scowling at Andy Grifith standing alongside him. .

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Book number: 49796

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Keywords: Film & Theater

ANDREWS, Avery D. (1864-1959)

Typed Letter Signed

This lawyer and oil company executive served in the Spanish-American War and as New York police commissioner from 1895 to1898; as a general in the U.S. Army, he served with the American Expeditionary Forces during World War One, assistant chief of staff to General John J. Pershing. TLS, 1p, 8¼" X 10½", n.p. 1918 December 19. Addressed to Joseph Cummings Chase (1891-1954). Very good. Lightly age toned, with original folds. On typed "General Headquarters / American Exppeditionary Forces / First Section -- General Staff" stationery, Andrews send this "personal and unofficial note, in part to express my sincere appreciation of your work in painting my portrait this morning, and partly to express, also unofficially, the hope that arrangements may be made for the reproduction in suitable form of all the portraits which you may paint of officers of the A.E.F." Boldly signed in brown ink. Chase had been commissioned by the A.E.F. to paint portraits of commanding generals and hero doughboys -- and they were indeed reproduced in suitable form in the 1920 book "Soldiers All: Portraits and Sketches of the Men of the A.E.F." (New York: George H. Doran Company), with a biographical entry about Andrews on page 429 and the portrait referred to in this letter on page 430. .

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Book number: 40793

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Keywords: Military

ANDRIEUX, Jacques (1917-2005)

Photograph Signed

This French fighter ace served with the 130th Squadron and later the 91st Squadron of the Royal Air Force, downing six enemy aircraft with several more possible victories. PS, 3½" X 5½", n.p. n.y. Fine. Handsome head-and-shoulders portrait of Andrieux in uniform in later years, with his typical "double signature" ("Generces. J. Andrieux / J. Andrieux"). In addition, on the verso he pens the names of four titles he received: "Croix de le liberation / Legion d Honneur. / DFC. & Bar / Silver Star." ("DFC" = Distinguished Flying Cross.) A wonderful example. .

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Book number: 38068

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Keywords: Military

ANFINSEN, Christian B. (1916-95)

Signature and Inscription

This noted American chemist shared the 1972 Nobel Prize in chemistry for his work on enzyme ribonuclease. Bold "Best regards" and full signature in blue ballpoint, heavy stock 5" X 3" card, n.p. 1977 November 8. Fine. With original envelope. A superb example. .

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Book number: 26598

Catalogue: Autographs

Keywords: Science & Medicine