13th President. "Montaigne's Works", Vol. II, signed "Millard Fillmore May 20, 1861". The writing is dark and clear. Montaigne is credited with being the father of the literary genre, the essay.
Inventory Number: 13234
16th President. Autograph Document Signed, one page, 7.5” x 7.5”. [Vermilion County Circuit Court, Illinois, May 1850]. In this case, John Lee, plaintiff, sued Francis Coburn, defendant, to collect $600 for five years of labor as a servant. Lincoln and Joseph Peters represented the defendant, Francis Coburn. There was no written contract, guarantee, or promise between the parties, and John Lee refused to prosecute the case further after the jury heard the evidence. Oliver L. Davis represented the plaintiff, John Lee. The judge in this case was David Davis; in 1862, Pres. Lincoln appointed Davis to the U.S. Supreme Court. The lower portion of a larger sheet, but complete in itself. Signed, “Peters & Lincoln p.d.,” Chipped at left and right edges, touching final letters of five words. Expertly reinforced at lower left partial separation and at edges, overall very good condition.
In full, “And for further plea in this behalf the said defendant says plaintiff actio non, because he says that, heretofore to wit, on the [blank] day of [blank] in the year A.D. [blank] and on divers other days and times after that day, and before the bringing of this suit at the county aforesaid, he, the said defendant fully paid to the said plaintiff the said sums of money in said declaration specified – And as evidence of said payment, said defendant says that heretofore Court, on the 13 day of May A.D. 1847, at the county aforesaid, the said plaintiff executed to and in favor of said defendant, his certain receipt in writing in the words, figures, and, mark following, to wit; ‘May 13. 1847. Received of F. Coburn five Dollars, in full of all Demands up to this Date. John his X mark Lee’ and this the said defendant is ready to verify, therefore he prays judgment & c.” The plea of actio non, in full, “actio non habere debet,” means that the plaintiff ought not to have or maintain his aforesaid action thereof against him.
Inventory Number: 13226
39th President. Signed quote from the 1979 Camp David Peace Treaty between Israel and Egypt. Dated March 26, 1979 on 5 1/2" x 8" stationary. The quote reads, "The Camp David Peace Treaty, President Jimmy Carter, March 26, 1979. Peace has one thing in common with its enemy, with the fiend in battles, with war: Peace is active, not passive; peace is doing, not waiting; peace is aggressive, attacking, peace plans its strategy and encircles the enemy; peace marshals its forces and storms the gates; peace gathers its weapons and pierces the defense. Peace, like war, is waged." Signed below in black ink, "J. Carter". In excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 13200
16th President of the United States. Original oil painting of the famous image of Lincoln seated in a chair. Canvas size about 20" x 24". A beautiful hand painted oil painting on canvas, not a machine made reproduction. This painting is 100% hand painted, it is not a "giclee" or an "artist enhanced" work -- all just fancy terms for a machine made print. You are bidding on a genuine handmade work of art. This is not from 18th or 19 century but has good brush stroke detail, oil paint color and brightness are excellent, and in very fine condition with no damage to the canvas or paint surface.
Inventory Number: 13196
16th President. Abraham Lincoln famous 1861 "Ink Well" Carte de Visite. Abraham Lincoln posed for the famous "Ink Well" portraits with Alexander Gardner on February 24, 1861. Photograph picturing Lincoln with his right hand in his lap and the left draped down over the arm of the chair. Anthony - Brady imprint on verso. A strong and poignant example of this great picture. In excellent condition with pencil notations on verso.
Inventory Number: 13166
16th President. Abraham Lincoln carte de visite photo 2 1/2" x 4". "Abraham Lincoln, Late President of the United States" printed on verso. In excellent condition with some minor toning and spotting.
Inventory Number: 13161
This cufflink has the magnificent Presidential Eagle in full color in the center. The dark blue rim have the words, "The Western White House " above the Presidential Eagle, and the words, "United States of America" below. This cufflinks measure 3/4 inch. These are in mint condition and have never been worn. These make a great "conversation" piece or use as a gift. They come individually packaged in plastic bags and place in a white jewelry box.
Inventory Number: 13158
Chicago Tribune famous issue that erroneously announces Truman's presidential defeat. As we all know, Truman actually won and this is the most famous journalistic mistake of the century. The date is November 3, 1948. The headline reads: ""Dewey Defeats Truman"" . This is one of the most sought-after papers by collectors because most of the issues were taken off the stands when the Tribune realized its error. Only 2000 were estimated to have reached private hands and most have disappeared since 1948. Unusually nice at the fold, with just a slight bit of wear at the spine (minor wear which does not impact the text). This issue is missing a small piece from the top left blank margin, but is only minimally noticeable since the margin on the page underneath is also blank. The issue did have a tear running through the top left portion, but it has been archivally mended. The issue includes a deluxe gift portfolio for presentation & safe keeping.
Inventory Number: 13156
Third President of the United States, the principal author of the Declaration of Independence,and one of the most influential Founding Fathers for his promotion of the ideals of Republicanism in the United States. Docketing signature in the bottom margin of a letter sent to him by Congressman William Branch Giles, one page both sides, 7.75"" x 9.5"", dated September 25, 1801. The text of the letter, which is an introduction for a Mr. Tebeuffe, reads, in part: ""He is the son of a gentleman of that name, who some years ago came from France to the United States, with a view of establishing himself in some part of the western country, but in making the attempt, was unfortunately murdered by the Indians.. After the death of the father, and during the minority of the son, the family was put on the list of emigrants by the then government of France [referring to the France's Revolutionary-era list of political ""undesirables"" who were considered enemies of the state and were subjected to permanent exile and forfeiture of personal property]. Mr. Tebeuffe having received assurances that their names will now be erased from the emigrant list proposes to visit his native country, with a view of making his respects to his Mother, who is still living, and as far as may be practicable of reclaiming his estate. Mr. Tubeuffe sensible of the high consideration attached to your name in France, conceives, that letters from you of his good conduct here, will essentially facilitate the execution of his objects.."" Giles then goes on to describe Tubeuffe and his employment in the mercantile business. Jefferson earned the ""high consideration"" of the French government during his tenure as Minister to France from 1785 to 1789, during which time he lived in a house on the Champs lyses in Paris. Signed, ""Mr. Jefferson,"". In very good condition, with a few light scattered spots and stains (mainly to margins and blank portions), mild toning to area of signature, and a few tiny chips and tears. Jefferson's signature, though small, is dark and distinct.
Inventory Number: 13147
22nd and 24th President. The only President to serve non-consecutive terms. 2 1/2" x 4" CDV photo. At the bottom reads, "S Grover Cleveland." In excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 13141
42nd President. Official White House plate about 10 1/2" in diameter, an attractive and high quality china plate, with a navy blue and gold ring around the edge. In the center of the plate is a large Presidential seal in gold. In excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 13138
World War II Hero and 34th U.S. President. There is a tradition that the President ""give"" gifts at his Birthday Party. Very scarce Eisenhower PRESIDENTIAL BIRTHDAY GIFT. This gift is a Presidential Commemorative Plate, Dated October 1953, About 10 1/2"" diameter, an attractive and high quality china plate with gold rim. Front of plate has symbol of intertwined dove with ""The President's First Birthday in the White House"" and Eisenhower's printed signature. On the back of the plate: ""This plate commemorates President Eisenhower's first birthday in the White House. The Pennsylvania Dutch symbol of the intertwined dove signifies love and peace, for which our President firmly stands."" A great piece of Presidential Memorabilia. In excellent condition. You had to be invited by Eisenhower in 53 to get this gift, otherwise here is your chance.
Inventory Number: 13132
16th President. Lengthy Autograph Endorsement Signed as President on verso of integral leaf of a Manuscript Letter Signed by Chas Olden as Governor of New Jersey, one page, 7.75"" x 9.75"". Trenton, October 8, 1861. On pictorial State of New Jersey Executive Department stationery. In full ""I take pleasure in introducing to you the bearer Captain Geo B. Raymond of New Jersey a very worthy citizen who has rendered our state good service. He has visited Washington several times at my request in charge of important business which he most satisfactorily performed. He is an accomplished Seaman, to prove which he has abundant testimonials and desirous of serving his country in this her hour of need has offered himself to the Secretary of the Navy to take command of a vessel. Should it be in accordance with your wishes to further by application I would feel under obligations for the favor."" Lincoln's endorsement to Gideon Welles: ""Respectfully submitted to the Secretary of the Navy, asking a fair consideration, and that Mr. Raymond be employed, if consistent with the public ser-vice."" Signed, ""A. Lincoln"" and ""Chas S. Olden"". Heavy worn folds on Olden's letter with tears and repairs on both sheets, mostly on the folds. Olden biographical notes in pencil at lower left of his letter. The outside blank corners of the integral page are damaged. There are copious yellow and a few reddish stains but none on Lincoln's fine signature. Both Olden's letter and Lincoln's endorsement can be displayed.
Inventory Number: 13110
The Circular, Mount Tom, May 1, 1865. A small size, 8 page newspaper from the famous Oneida Community in New York, an early "commune" in experimental living. This issue contains an article on the shooting death of assassin John Wilkes Booth. Also some other end of the war reports including the surrender of rebel guerrilla leader John Mosby. Various religiously-themed content but a bit of reporting of news of the day as well. An interesting title from this interesting community in in upstate New York. In very good condition except for a little spine wear.
Inventory Number: 13104
1st U.S. President, Commander in Chief of the Continental Army, President of the Constitutional Convention and Signer of the U.S. Constitution. "The Annual Register or, A View of the History Politics, and Literature for the Year 1783". Includes " Gen. Washington's Farewell Orders to the Armies of the United States ," lengthy " Circular Letter " from Gen. Washington in which he cites and expounds upon four things he conceives " as essential to the well being ... to the existence of the United States, as an independent power ," " Offer of Independence to the American Colonies ," and " Address of Officers to Gen. Washington ." 223 pages plus 13 pages of unpaginated contents. Contemporary 3/4 Leather with marbled boards and matching end papers, all edges marbled. Boards are worn, marbled edges are faded. The leather has been repaired over the years.
Inventory Number: 13102
Thirty-sixth President of the United States and creator of the "Great Society" social welfare programs. Association inscribed signed photo 10" x 8" color, an official U.S. Army photograph showing Johnson as Vice President in a car on a tarmac, with Army vehicles visible in the background. The car bears a "Kennedy-Johnson" bumper sticker. Inscribed to General Lyman Lemnitzer, who at the time Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff: "To General Lyman Lemnitzer with high regard Lyndon B. Johnson". In excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 13081
37th President. Typed letter signed, one page, quarto. New Jersey, April 12, 1991, on personal letterhead, to Honorable William Hyland. In full: "Dear Bill, Talk about going into the lion's den. I thought you would like to see a list of those who attended an off-the-record appearance I made at a Carnegie Endowment forum in Washington Wednesday. I guess they thought that by having me they would balance the fact that Alger Hiss was once their President! Sincerely,". During the Red Scare of the 40's and 50's, Alger Hiss was accused of secretly being a Communist while in federal service. After Hiss appeared before Congress and denied being a Communist, Nixon, a Congressman at the time, pressed the Committee to continue the investigation. Hiss was found guilty of two counts of perjury. In a curious way, the reputation of Alger Hiss was permanently linked to that of Richard Nixon. The Nixon-haters have always been eager to exonerate Hiss while Nixon's fans are usually convinced of Alger's guilt as a spy. When Nixon was doing well, for example, when he was Vice-President and when he was a popular President during his first term, Hiss's reputation suffered a decline. When Nixon did poorly as after his disastrous run for governor and especially during and after the Watergate crisis, more people thought of Hiss as an innocent victim. "File" notation in blue marker at the top right, otherwise in excellent condition. In over 2 decades it's the only Nixon letter we have ever seen mentioning Alger Hiss.
Inventory Number: 13079
Bill Clinton, 42nd President. Typed letter signed as president, one page, 7" x 9", White House letterhead, dated October 15, 1998. Clinton writes to Reverend Stan Easty in North Carolina, one of his closest friends and spiritual advisors, who also advised him during the Monica scandal. In full: “Hillary and I want to thank you for the spiritual cards and bookmark, which Ann passed along to us. Thank you for your thoughtfulness—it means a great deal. Your prayers and friendship are deeply appreciated.” Signed, "Bill". In excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 13033
34th President and Supreme Commander of Allied Forces in W.W.II. General Eisenhower war date typed letter signed, one page, 6" x 8", "Headquarters European Theater, Office of the Commanding General" letterhead, dated February 19, 1944, General Eisenhower at that time was doing preparations for Operation Overlord. He correctly believed that this would decide the outcome of the war and lead to an Allied victory. Operation Overlord included the Allied landing on D-Day and the military Allied strike against German forces in Europe. In full: “Thank you for your letter and enclosure. I am delighted to see that you take such an active interest in an Allied victory. It was most kind of you to write and I appreciate your thoughtfulness….” Accompanied by the original mailing envelope. Signed, "Dwight D. Eisenhower". A single minuscule tear on the edge not affecting text or signature, otherwise, in excellent condition. Great content mentioning the Allied victory he hopes for.
Inventory Number: 13025
34th President Dwight D. Eisenhower vintage matte-finish 8" x 10" photo of Ike at his desk signed in fountain pen as president. Accompanied by a 1953 secretarial letter of transmittal on White House letterhead. Signed, "Dwight D. Eisenhower". Photo is in excellent condition with a very bold signature.
Inventory Number: 13024
20th President. Autograph letter signed, one page, 5" x 8", dated November 18, 1867. Garfield writes to Henri G. Blot. In full: “In answer to yours of the 7th inst. I have the honor to be very respectfully yours….” Signed in full “James A. Garfield”. In very good condition, with mild wrinkling.
Inventory Number: 13016
Official White House dinner invitation from The President and Mrs. Ford. Printed on 6" x 4" card stock with a gold Presidential seal at the top. The invitation reads, "The President and Mrs. Ford request the pleasure of the company of Mr. and Mrs. Bellson at dinner on Thursday evening, May 15, 1975 at eight o'clock. White tie." In very good condition with a few black and pink smudges on the right side not affecting invitation text.
Inventory Number: 12987
Woodrow Wilson, who served as the 28th President during WWI. Matte-finish 6.5" x 9" photo on its original 9.5" x 13" photographer's mount, boldly signed in fountain pen on the mount “Woodrow Wilson.” In very good condition, with slight scattered silvering, a tiny corner chip to photo, a few spots, and a few chips to mount easily matted out.
Inventory Number: 12909
Clinton writes to a friend at an Arkansas school on the inside of a preprinted get well soon card. Clinton writes in full, "I talked with Mother and Carolyn before I left - Hope you are better now and that the pain has eased. Know that I think about you a lot and that the one good result of your illness is that it got me back to praying - for your quick recover. Sincerely," Signed, "Bill". In excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 12892
42nd President of the US. ""My Life"". First edition. NY: Knopf, 2004. Hardcover with dust jacket, 6.5 x 9.25, 957 pages. Signed in blue ink on the title page. In excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 12858
""Living History"". NY: Scribner, 2003. Soft cover, 6.25 x 9, 567 pages. Signed in black felt tip on the title page ""Hillary Rodham Clinton."" In excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 12829
A group of 4 original vintage black & white press photos of President John F. Kennedy and 1 color 8" x 10" press photo. One is a stamped on verso "United Press International Photo". In one photo Kennedy is seen talking with Republican Senator Barry Goldwater. In two of the other photos, Kennedy is giving a speech to the press with members of his cabinet behind him, as well as high ranking officials from the armed forces. These photos are from September 1963, just 2 months before his assassination. All in excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 12823
16th president of the United States who held the country together during civil war and abolished slavery. Newspaper "The Independent", New York, May 4, 1865. 1 page 18" x 25". Front Page, Including a poem entitled "President Lincoln Dead" and a central headline "The Last Word and Deed of Abraham Lincoln. Some spotting, some tearing around edges and at the creases, not affecting the text, and a small amount of paper loss from the top right hand corner of the banner.
Inventory Number: 12717
Green glass circular ashtray 5" in diameter with the great seal of the United States in relief on the bottom. This is a White House gift from the 70's to big donors. Barely noticeable, very small chip on the inside edge, hard to even see. The White House ashtray is very attractive. 1970's White house items have become scarce.
Inventory Number: 12628
An interesting historic relic from the infamous Watergate complex. Watergate Hotel ashtray from the 70's. A silver color , 4" in diameter, engraved "The Watergate Hotel-Washington D.C." with a large "W" in the center. The Watergate hotel was in the same complex the burglary, that ended Nixon's Presidency, took place. The ashtray shows sign of use, in very good condition. .
Inventory Number: 12627
Vice President of the United States under Harry S. Truman. White linen handkerchief with the initials "A W B" embroidered in the corner in blue. Comes with notarized certificate of authenticity, stating that it comes from his estate. In excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 12472
38th President. Signed souvenir typescript on real White House stationary. 1 page, 8"" x 10 1/2"", Title ""THE WHITE HOUSE, WASHINGTON, April 10, 1975."" A mere 20 days before the fall and evacuation of Saigon, Ford writes, ""In my judgment, a stabilization of the military situation offers the best opportunity for a political solution."" Signed in black marker, ""Gerald R. Ford"". In excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 12435
40 president of the United States. Reagan Presidential GOLF BALL. White Nike golf ball with Presidential seal and facsimile "Ronald Reagan" signature on the ball. Mint condition.
Inventory Number: 12417
Air Force One golf ball, (Clinton Era). Dunlop. Full color Presidential seal with "Seal of the President of the United States/Air Force One" around. In excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 12130
Served as Secretary of Defense during the Kennedy administration, and later as president of the World Bank. Typed Statement Signed, dated November 22, 1963. Titled ""..A Time of Transition"", in part "" ..my secretary informed me of an urgent, personal telephone call...It was Bobby Kennedy ..he told me simply and quietly that the president had been shot...A second call from Bobby ..The president was dead..Our meeting immediately adjourned amid tears and stunned silence.."". Signed boldly ""Robert S. McNamara"". In excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 11766
Stereopticon slide of Ford Theater. Full color stereoview, 6 x 3", “Old Theater Where Lincoln Was Assassinated, Washington, D.C.” This is a later view of the Ford Theater, adapted from a photograph of the time period when the slide was made. Printed descriptive remarks on reverse. Minor wear on edges, otherwise in very good condition.
Inventory Number: 11717
16th U.S. President. Boldly penned handwritten legal document, 8 x 3.5". Handwritten by Lincoln, entirely in his hand Lincoln writes on a case regarding: “Trespass on the case upon premises...The clerk of the Sangaman circuit court will issue process in the above entitled cause.” Signed signed “Logan & Lincoln.” Uneven lower edges otherwise in very good condition. Matted and framed with a portrait of Lincoln and his son, to an overall size of 22.5" x 15".
Inventory Number: 11716
Thirty-second President . Rare Handwritten Autograph Manuscript Signed Twice ("FDR"). 1 p, no date, on yellow paper, in pencil, Roosevelt writes a list of names of Democratic Senators and others. This single sheet is an intriguing relic from the FDR administration, containing as it does a list of names of U.S. Senators, including Key Pittman, Democratic Senator from Nevada (whose name is written and then crossed out); Kenneth Douglas McKellar, Democratic Senator from Tennessee (whose name is bracketed with Pittman's); Dennis Chavez Democratic Senator from New Mexico, whose name is followed first by a question mark and then by FDR's initials; and Guy Gillette, Democratic Senator from Iowa, whose name is followed by notes and a check mark. Present also are four other names with notes beside them possibly indicating their voting position. Senator Dennis Chavez strongly supported the New Deal legislation, and also supported Roosevelt throughout the war years. This is who FDR probably picked from this handwritten list and that is why he signed "FDR" next to Chavez's name. Page stain at lower left corner, some creasing and bumping at corners, smudging. Signed ("FDR") twice. In very good condition. Provenance: From the estate of James Roosevelt, FDR's son.
Inventory Number: 11667
William McKinley, This is a partial document, Endorsement, 2 sided, 5x2", signed "McKinley, Pros Atty." on the verso of a subpoena or complaint, ordering various persons to appear at the Court of Common Pleas for Stark County, Ohio in October 1870 with respect to a legal matter involving liquors. In excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 11512
42nd US President. Bill Clinton Typed Letter Signed, one page, 8.5 x 11"", State Of Arkansas letterhead, July 12, 1989. While governor, Clinton responds to a supporter and comments on the U.S. Supreme Court's decision on flag burning. In part, Clinton writes, ""Thank you for your letter regarding your concern about the threat of a local man to burn our flag. I, too, was deeply alarmed with the recent United States Supreme Court decision regarding the burning of our flag.I am pleased that this manner has resolved itself, at least for the present time. We can now begin to put together an appropriate legal response to this incredible Supreme Court decision which will inspire and insure respect for our flag and what it stands for, while protecting our First Amendment rights."" Signed at the bottom ""Bill Clinton"". Clinton was referring to the case of Texas vs. Johnson, 491 U.S. 397 (1989), in which the Supreme Court held that Gregory Johnson's prior conviction for flag desecration was unconstitutional as it was expressive conduct, protected by the Constitution and the 1st Amendment. Under Clinton's Presidency, Congress tried on several occasions, but was unsuccessful in each instance, in passing legislation making flag burning a crime. Lot includes the original mailing envelope. In excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 11510
Photograph, cabinet size albumen print, 4" x 6 3 /4 " laid down to larger board, of Lincoln's Springfield, IL home, dated 1889, with imprint of O.H. Oldroyd, state custodian, on verso. This is a photograph of the only house the Lincoln's ever owned. The house was built in 1839, it was only a story and a half when they purchased it in May of 1844. Between 1844 and 1861, the years the Lincolns lived there, the home underwent several additions, the last in 1856 when the second story was added. A note on the verso indicates that the original owner of this photograph visited the Lincoln homestead in May of 1889. Some spotting to image, mount toned, notations in various hands on recto and verso of mount. Provenance from Ostendorf's collection.
Inventory Number: 11502
39th U.S. President. Handwritten Autograph Letter Signed, 1 page, dated January 28, 1976. On Jimmy Carter personal letterhead, Carter writes to the band The Outlaws, " Your music was great - was more exciting than the bomb scare! I really appreciate your fine help with my campaign." Signed "Your friend - Jimmy Carter". Carter is scarce in handwritten letters, this one has interesting content mentioning the Campaign and a bomb scare. Spotting and stained. In fine condition.
Inventory Number: 11262
27th U.S. President. Typed Letter Signed, 1 page, 8 x 10"" , Supreme Court letterhead, March 10, 1927. Letter to a North Carolina judge. In part, ""I am going to keep out of the North Carolina Judgeship matter. I am appealed to by Miss Linney on the ground that Linney is the one man of the proposed candidates who was loyal to me during the Roosevelt controversy in 1912"". Signed 'Wm. H. Taft'. In excellent condition. When Republican President William Howard Taft took office in 1909 he did so with the support of his reform-minded predecessor Theodore Roosevelt. At the 1912 Chicago convention, Roosevelt contested for the Republican nomination, but conservative party leaders defiantly renominated Taft. Outraged by the conservatives' heavy-handed tactics, Roosevelt organized the Bull Moose Progressive Party, and became its candidate for president. The split between Roosevelt and Taft allowed the Democratic candidate, Woodrow Wilson, to win the presidency with only about 42 percent of the vote.
Inventory Number: 11164
Assassin of President Abraham Lincoln. Carte de visite photograph, 2.5x4"", sepia tone. Almost full length image of Booth seated heavily clothed with two coats and tie. Printed at bottom of photo, ""John Wilkes Booth"". No back mark. In very good condition.
Inventory Number: 11153
38th U.S. President. Signed Photo, Color 8x10". The photo captures Ford with the American Flag. Signed in blue ink "Gerald Ford". In excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 10670
16th U.S. President. 19th century CDV photo of Lincoln and his family, no backmark. Sepia toned, 2 1/2" x 4". An excellent item for display.
Inventory Number: 10664
Served as Secretary of Defense during the Kennedy administration, and later as president of the World Bank. Signature on Department of Defense card (3" x 4"), signed "Robert S. McNamara". In excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 10584
Assassin of President Abraham Lincoln. Carte de visit photograph, 2.5" x 4", sepia tone. Image of a well dressed Booth. In very good condition.
Inventory Number: 10416
28th U.S. President. Typed Letter Signed as president, one page, 7.25"" x 9"", White House letterhead, February 20, 1918. Wilson went before Congress in January 1918, to enunciate American war aims-- His famous Fourteen Points speech. In it he established the basis of a peace treaty and the foundation of a League of Nations. Following this speech Wilson was criticized by some opponents. A few weeks latter Wilson writes in our letter of his ""critical and difficult matters"" Wilson writes as President : ""I appreciate very warmly your kind letter of February eighteenth. It is very gratifying to have such assurances of your approval of my action in a critical and difficult matter."" Wilson's Fourteen Points are important for several reasons. First of all, they translated many of the principles of America into foreign policy: Notions of free trade, open agreements and democracy. Second, the Fourteen Points constituted the only statement by any of the belligerents of their war aims. They thus became the basis for German surrender, and the only criteria by which to judge the peace treaty. Wilson argued that morality and ethics had to be the basis for the foreign policy of a democratic society. Many did not agree with him and his League of nation eventually failed, but the recipient of our letter did agree and endorse his vision. In very good condition, with moderate brushing to signature and letter affixed to a slightly larger sheet of paper.
Inventory Number: 10028
Presidential Certificate of Achievement. Very nice 8 x 11". At top center is a beautiful and large 3" Color Presidential Seal. Below the Seal, printed in black script letters : "The President of the United States Commends [Blank space for a name to be filled in] for outstanding achievement in environmental protection services. Bill Clinton /The White House/ Washington , D.C." Signature looks real but is also Printed. In very good condition.
Inventory Number: 9965
Beautiful 1986 Ronald Reagan White House CHRISTMAS CARD, unsigned, 5 x 7 " card depicts the East Room at in the White House - With holiday greeting inside. Like new, not inscribed to anyone. Mint and very attractive.
Inventory Number: 9926
White House Luggage Tag. Tan leather tag, 4" x 2". On one side it reads, "The White House", with a Presidential eagle seal below. Other side with flap that opens to reveal a card where you write your name/address. Matching strap. In excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 9919
White House Champagne Bottle, 8" high green champagne bottle with a nice large etched white Presidential seal on one side, manufacturer's name (Great Western champagne) on the other side. Given at a White House dinner, in excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 9914
American Scenery stereoview card. President's House, Washington, The White House. Circa 1900, Sepia toned, 3" x 7". In excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 9843
A ceramic ""Ronald Reagan"" Cowboy Boot with a large presidential seal and ""Ronald Reagan 1984 "" printed on top . This ceramic boot is about 6"" high. A great memorabilia from Reagan who loved ridding and used this western symbol throughout his campaign. Given as gift by the White house to a few VIP's and large contributors.
Inventory Number: 9832
2 Stereoview Printed photos of the inside of the White House at the turn of the century, one of “The Red Room” and the other of “The Newly Decorated Blue Room” published by The World Wide View Co. circa early 1900’s. The Red Room is in good condition having only slight wear to edges. The Blue Room Stereoview has a little more wear and two creases. Each measure approx. 6 7/8” x 3 3/8”. 2 items
Inventory Number: 9767
16th U.S. President. Lincoln Heraldic CDV, Sepia toned, 2 1/2" x 4". Embossed mount. Published by Salisbury Bro. & Co., Providence, R.I. Slight soiling and minor spots. In excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 9621
16th President. Stereoview photograph of a faunal arrangement in which a cross with a small Lincoln image on the Cross and surrounded by white plants and flowers. 3 1/2" x 7", from a "E. & H. Anthony & Co." [this was Brady's exclusive photographic distributor] Stereoscopic Views N. 5604- Lincoln Memorial Dissected Leaves. In excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 8970
30th U.S. President. Personalized Check as an attorney, completed entirely in Coolidge's hand, dated June 4, 1929. Payable to "W.W. Boynton, Inc." for the amount of "$12.70". Signed "Calvin Coolidge." Cancellation holes touch the "C" but otherwise in excellent condition. A very clean example.
Inventory Number: 8962
40th U.S. President. Large buckle featuring a color portrait of Reagan in front of the American Flag and "1984" in corner. About 3 " x 2.5", . In excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 8922
39th US President. 1980 Carter White House Christmas Card. 7" x 5", color. Depicts The President's House from a mid 19th Century painting. In excellent condition. Unsigned.
Inventory Number: 8790
39th US President. 1977 Carter White House Christmas Card. 8 x 5". Front nice with sepia drawing of the White House inside a "peanut" shaped border. In excellent condition. Unsigned.
Inventory Number: 8789
This 19th century CDV photo of Lincoln and his family, has no back mark. Sepia toned, 2 1/2" x 4". All four corners have been cut. An excellent item for display.
Inventory Number: 8593
RONALD REAGAN, GERALD FORD, George Bush and JIMMY CARTER Signed Whit House Engraving. This is a great image of the White House, about 8" x 6", a beautiful official Bureau of Engraving and Printing engraving of the White House frontal view. Boldly signed by RONALD REAGAN, GEORGE BUSH, GERALD FORD and JIMMY CARTER who also adds an inscription. Very Impressive and great for display. In excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 8555
30th U.S. President. Personalized Check as an attorney, completed entirely in Coolidge's hand, dated January 11, 1913. Payable to "Western Union Telegraph Co." for the amount of "$1.17". Signed "Calvin Coolidge." Cancellation holes and stamps not affecting bold signature. In excellent condition. A very clean example.
Inventory Number: 8449
Reagan's Secretary of State (1982-89)George Shultz . Signed Transcript. Titled Ronald Reagan by George p. Shultz. In part " ...The American people liked Ronald Reagan and reelected him in one of the biggest landslides in history because he trusted them and he conveyed to them that they need not be bound, tied down by class, or race, or childhood misfortune, or poverty, or bureaucracy--they, the people--could make something of themselves; indeed, they could remake themselves, endlessly.." . Signed in black ink " George P. Shultz".
Inventory Number: 8368
First Lady Wife of the 20th US President. Signed Free Franc Envelope, 4" x 5" , Addressed to Frances E. Willard. Signed "Lucretia R. Garfield". In excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 8347
42nd President. Very scarce PRESIDENTIAL GIFT. This is an attractive, 7""x9"" (and quite heavy) polished silver picture frame, opening is about 4""x6"". At the top is an etched Presidential seal. At the bottom, is etched: ""Bill Clinton"" signature. These are given by the White House as gifts to serious VIP's and very large contributors. New and in excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 8074
Informal white cotton cloth napkin owned by Roosevelt and used at the family's Campobella Island retreat. 14" x 14", with ornate red band near edges and embroidered "R" in red thread in one corner. Minor staining, otherwise very good condition. Obtained from the estate of Edgar and Anna McGowan, former employees of the Roosevelt family at Campobella Island until the mid-1950's. Accompanied by a copy of a Notice of Probate issued on May 17, 1945 concerning FDR's estate and mentioning Anna McGowan as a beneficiary.
Inventory Number: 7797
White House Admittance Card for the Southwest Gate. 2"X4" thick ivory card with green image of the White House. Addressed for "Mr. and Mrs. Louis Bellson", this card was to be presented at the White House Southwest Gate for admittance. dated "Thursday, February 20, 1975 at 8:00 o'clock". Mr. and Mrs. Bellson were Pearl Bailey and her famous drummer husband, Louis Bellson. excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 7355
Letter dated October 29, 1985 on White House stationary with the Vice Presidential gold seal. The typed portion of the letter reads in full: ""Dear Cy: Many thanks for your letter of October 25 and the tape. That was thoughtful of you to forward it and I appreciate it. Please give Audrey my best. Warm regards,"" In the handwritten note, then Vice President Bush writes in his hand, ""I look at the end first..."" Signed ""George B."" in black ink. In excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 7148
40th President. Gold-toned ball-point pen with black etched "Ronald Reagan" signature facsimile. Attractive White House memorabilia from an important Presidency. Original packing. Mint condition.
Inventory Number: 7036
35th President. Historic newspaper, The San Francisco ""News Call Bulletin"" is an extra evening edition published the night of the slaying of the President, November 22. Striking bold headlines ""President Slain/ Assassin In Texas Parade"". A large photo of Kennedy and Jackie at top with caption, ""...a short time later he was lying in her lap, his head bloodied from a shot.."" An historic newspaper published the very day of the assassination. Some small tears at edges which do no interfere with the text. Minor yellowing due to age, otherwise in very good condition.
Inventory Number: 7022
PRESIDENTIAL Bill signer BALL-POINT Pen. This is the higher end Nixon Parker Bill signer Pen. Chrome top, dark blue barrel, printed "White House" and facsimile "Richard Nixon" signature. This pen was used by Nixon to sign a bill into law. Comes in presentation box with Nixon's facsimile signature in gold on the box. The pen writes very nicely. Mint condition.
Inventory Number: 6401
Historic Newspaper, The Yankee, dated March 3, 1815, Boston, MA,4 pages. Pg. 2 column heading, ""...on the Resolve, Approbating The Conduct Of Major General Jackson"" ""The Committee of the Senate to whom was referred two Resolutions relative to the successful defence of the lines at New-Orleans by the troops under the command of Major General Jackson, report the following Resolve, which is respectfully submitted..."" Minor tear in upper portion, otherwise in excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 6099
Historic newspaper. San Diego Union, California, November 23, 1963. Banner: "PRESIDENT IS ASSASSINATED; JOHNSON SWORN INTO OFFICE". Column heading, "Sniper Shots in Dallas Kill Kennedy/ 3 Shots Rings Out in the Texas Sun." Mourning rules at top and bottom. Front page portrait of Kennedy; photo of LBJ being sworn in. In very good condition.
Inventory Number: 5972
1865 Lincoln Eulogy By Charles Sumner
Historic Newspaper. "Boston Daily Journal", 1865, June 2, 1865. Eulogy by Charles Sumner taking up 90% of the front cover of the paper. Includes more news of Sumner's oration, the military procession, national fast, and solemn services at Music Hall. Last column of front page cut out, with intention to highlight this major speech. In very good condition.
Inventory Number: 5952
Stereo view photo, 7" x 3", sepia toned. President McKinley visiting Major General Wheeler in his tent, Camp Wikoff, Montauk Pt., New York. Fascinating photograph of McKinley sitting in a tent with General Wheeler and other military personnel. McKinley and his companions look directly into the camera. In excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 5920
41st U.S. President. Card Signed as president, Typed Letter Signed, 4x5.5", dated August 16, 1992. President Bush writes a welcome card for the 1992 Republican National Convention. In the upper left corner is an image of the U.S. flag with an elephant. In full: "Welcome! Barbara and I are pleased that you could be here with us in Houston for the 1992 Republican National Convention." Signed as President in bold black ink: "George." In excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 5073
38th US President. Souvenir Copy of Ford's famous pardon of Nixon, 1 page, Headed: "President Gerald Ford Speech Pardoning Richard Nixon" . In part: " I deeply believe in equal justice for all Americans, whatever their station or former station. The law, whether human or divine, is no respecter of persons; but the law is a respecter of reality. ..As President, my primary concern must always be the greatest good of all the people of the United States whose servant I am. .. My conscience tells me clearly and certainly that I cannot prolong the bad dreams that continue to reopen a chapter that is closed. My conscience tells me that only I, as President, have the constitutional power to firmly shut and seal this book...Now, therefore, I, Gerald R. Ford, President of the United States, pursuant to the pardon power conferred upon me by Article II, Section 2, of the Constitution, have granted and by these presents do grant a full, free, and absolute pardon unto Richard Nixon for all offenses against the United States...September 8, 1974 " Signed in blue ink "G. R. F" With this declaration, Watergate was officially over. In excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 4528
39th U.S. President. Signed Typescript. Excerpt from Carter's Nobel Peace Prize Speech,1 page, 9"" x 5"", dated July 30, 2005. Headed: ""Jimmy Carter - Nobel Peace Prize Acceptance Speech."" In part: ""Most Nobel laureates have carried out our work in peace and safety. Others have acted with great personal courage. None has provided more vivid reminders of the dangers of peacemaking that two of my friends -- Anwar Sadat and Yitzak Rabin-- who gave their lives for the cause of the peace in the Middle East"". Signed in blue ink ""J. Carter"" and in excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 4506
U.S. First Lady. Autograph Letter Signed, ALS, 2 pages (recto and verso of note card), on "Barbara Bush" note card with red white and blue border, no date, comes with envelope addressed to Mrs. George Graeber. In part: "Dear Betty and George--Welcome--we are sick not to be at the airport--we'll be home in a few minutes...we'll have an early evening and get ready for real sightseeing tomorrow..." Signed "Barbara." In excellent condition.
Inventory Number: 2812
