W. C. FIELDS - DOCUMENT SIGNED 11/12/1924 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 283420

W. C. FIELDS - DOCUMENT SIGNED 11/12/1924 CO-SIGNED BY: FLORENZ FLO ZIEGFELD - HFSID 283420

Both sign and initial a typed documentary letter (1924) extending Fields' contractual obligation to a Ziegfeld production. Documentary Letter signed: "W. C. Fields", "F. Ziegfeld, Jr." , 1 page, 7¼x10½. New York City, 1924 November 12. On Ziegfeld's New Amsterdam Theatre letterhead to W. C. Fields, New York City. Both have initialed a one-line ink addition in Ziegfeld's hand. Noting that Fields' current Equity Run-of-the-Play Contract for J. P. McEvoy's "Comic Supplement" expires on June 1, 1925, Fields agrees to extend his commitment after that date at the rate of $1,750 per week, provided that Fields is successful through the Actors Equity Association in getting released from a conflicting commitment with Phillip Goodman. Fields' weekly salary is to rise to $2,000 per week if "Comic Supplement" should continue running into 1926. Red-nosed, gravel-voiced, bottle-hitting American comedian W. C. FIELDS (1880-1946), born William Claude Dukenfield, began his career in silents, later excelling in such films as David Copperfield (as Micawber), My Little Chickadee (with Mae West) and The Bank Dick. The vaudeville veteran, who appeared in every version of the "Ziegfeld Follies" from 1915 to 1921, made his last film, Sensations of 1945, in 1944. FLORENZ ZIEGFELD, JR.

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JEAN HARLOW - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 350507

The glamorous leading lady's signature on a vintage photograph. Photograph signed: "Jean Harlow". B/w, 7 x 4¼. Beginning as an extra in 1928, Harlow began her rise to stardom in Howard Hughes' sound production of Hell's Angels in 1930. She starred in The Public Enemy and Platinum Blonde in 1931 and proved her comedic talents in such films as Dinner at Eight (1934) and China Seas (1935). Minor surface creases. Slight smudge at "H". Overall, fine condition. Framed to an overall size of 14¾ x 18½. (1911-1937) American actress Jean Harlow, the daughter of a dentist, eloped at 16 with a young businessman. The newlyweds settled in Los Angeles, where the bride soon found work as an extra in films. In between parts in features she was displayed more prominently in Hal Roach shorts, notably "Double Whoopee" (1928) with Laurel and Hardy. In 1929 she obtained a divorce and committed herself to a film career. Opportunity came with Howard Hughes when she was cast in his 1927 movie "Hell's Angels". After a slow start, she was cast opposite stars like Spencer Tracy and Clark Gable and became a superstar. Known for her platinum blonde hair, she appeared in such films as: Dinner at Eight, Red Dust, Riffraff, Libeled Lady, The Public Enemy, Reckless, China Seas and Personal Property.

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GEORGE "SUPERMAN" REEVES - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 350608

Signed photograph showing Reeves in classic Superman pose. Photograph inscribed and signed: "George Reeves". B/w, 7x9. Inscription in Spanish, not translated. Best known for playing the "Man of Steel" on film and on television, George Reeves (1914-1959), born George Bessolo, made his film debut in 1939. Reeves played Stuart Tarleton, one of the Scarlett O'Hara's hopeful beaus, in David O. Selznick's Civil War epic, Gone With the Wind. Making an excellent impression in that role, in 1940, Reeves was cast in 17 films, including Knute Rockne, All American, Virginia City, The Fighting 69th, 'Til We Meet Again, Pony Express Days and Meet the Fleet. Shown with his girlfriend, played by Jan Clayton, and her unwelcoming father (Grant Mitchell), Father is a Prince (1940). Reeves' career took a fateful turn when he was cast as Superman/Clark Kent in 1951's Superman and the Mole Men, a role he reprised in the 1953-1957 television series. Reeves' death by gunshot wound on June 16, 1959, was officially ruled a suicide, but suspicions of murder have persisted. Minor chips on frame. Framed to an overall size of 36½ x 24. Fine condition. Accompanied by PSA/DNA LOA.

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GRETA GARBO - DOCUMENT SIGNED 09/08/1944 - HFSID 350557

Garbo filled out and signed this application for a title search on a property in Beverly Hills (1944). Partly Printed DS: "Greta Garbo". 1 page, 8½ x 11. No place, 1944 September 8. Title Insurance Application for use by the Title Company in searching the records in connection with the purchase of property at 603 N. Beverly Drive, Beverly Hills, California. She has filled in her name, birthplace, address, and occupation. In 1954, Garbo was awarded a Special Academy Award "for her unforgettable screen performances" in films such as Anna Christie, Anna Karenina, Camille and Ninotchka. After four Oscar nominations, she retired in 1941 at the age of 36. A millionaire many times over, Garbo had no need to act, nor any desire to conduct an active social life. Even after her death in 1990, the legend of Garbo was undiminished. To her devotees, she was not so much film legend as film goddess. Lightly creased. Fine condition. Anything signed by the reclusive Garbo is rarely encountered. Framed to an overall size of 32 x 18½.

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GEORGE "SUPERMAN" REEVES - COLLECTION WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 350626

GEORGE SUPERMAN REEVES - COLLECTION WITH ROBERT SHAYNE, NOEL NEILL, STERLING - HFSID 350626

Amazing collection of signed photographs of the early Superman cast, framed to an overall size of 38¼ x 41½. Signed photograph of Reeves in character as Clark Kent. Photograph signed: "George Reeves". B/w, 9x7. Best known for playing the "Man of Steel" on film and on television, George Reeves (1914-1959), born George Bessolo, made his film debut in 1939. Reeves played Stuart Tarleton, one of the Scarlett O'Hara's hopeful beaus, in David O. Selznick's Civil War epic, Gone With the Wind. Making an excellent impression in that role, in 1940, Reeves was cast in 17 films, including Knute Rockne, All American, Virginia City, The Fighting 69th, 'Til We Meet Again, Pony Express Days and Meet the Fleet. Shown with his girlfriend, played by Jan Clayton, and her unwelcoming father (Grant Mitchell), Father is a Prince (1940). Reeves' career took a fateful turn when he was cast as Superman/Clark Kent in 1951's Superman and the Mole Men, a role he reprised in the 1953-1957 television series. Reeves' death by gunshot wound on June 16, 1959, was officially ruled a suicide, but suspicions of murder have persisted. Signature has light contrast, otherwise fine condition.

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ANNIE "LITTLE SURE SHOT" OAKLEY - PHOTOGRAPH MOUNT SIGNED 1908 - HFSID 292979

Elegant studio photo in high-necked embroidered blouse inscribed on the original mount and affixed to the photographer's original 12x8 folio Photograph Mount Inscribed and signed: "For Mr. Thompson/With all good wishes/From/Annie Oakley/1908". Sepia, 3½x5 oval image on a 6x8 mount. Signed in fountain pen on the mount. Photo by Sherman of Newark, New Jersey, housed in a presentation folder Annie Oakley (1860-1926) was born Phoebe Anne Oakley Mozee in Ohio. She was the sixth of eight children. At the age of nine she began to shoot rabbits and quail and was almost a dead shot from the first. Within five years, she was a breadwinner for her family as a markswoman. In 1876, at age 16, she married Frank Butler, a vaudeville performer who became her partner. Annie's self-effacing personality (on and off stage) made her a popular performer. In 1885, the Butlers joined Buffalo Bill Cody's Wild West Show. Annie, a star with the show for 17 years, charmed Kings and Queens. In 1901, she was severely injured in a railroad wreck that temporarily paralyzed her. But she made a sensational comeback in the next two decades. She and Butler were childless, but she supported 18 orphan girls. Fine condition.

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WILLIAM F. "BUFFALO BILL" CODY - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 286052

4¼x6½ cabinet card photo, signed both as W.F. Cody and as Buffalo Bill Cabinet Card Photograph signed: "W.F. Cody/'Buffalo Bill'". B/w, 4¼x6½. Superb portrait of William F. Cody with his desirable double signature. Photographer's imprint, "Gessford/238 Fifth Ave./N.Y.", at lower mount. William Frederick Cody (1846-1917) was a rider for the Pony Express in 1860, a scout for the Kansas Cavalry against the Indians (1863) and served in the U.S. Army in the Civil War (1863-1865). From 1867-1868, he furnished buffalo meat for the Union Pacific Railroad construction crews, earning his nickname, "Buffalo Bill". Cody was a scout for the 5th U.S. Cavalry from 1868-1872 and in 1876. From 1872-1883, he was on stage as an actor at first in E.Z.C. Judson's play, Scouts of the Plains. He organized Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show in 1883 and toured the United States and Europe successfully for over 30 years. Fine condition.

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DAVID COPPERFIELD MOVIE CAST - COLLECTION WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 350444

DAVID COPPERFIELD MOVIE CAST - COLLECTION - HFSID 350444

The Chief Projectionist's personal copy of the complete original movie script, signed by 32 other members of the cast and crew, presented in a custom 34½ x 37¼ display box. Original Movie Script signed. Typed on the cover at the upper left corner: "FOR USE OF CHIEF PROJECTIONIST", signed: "George Cukor" (Director), "David O. Selznick" (Producer), "W.C. Fields" (Micawber), "Lionel Barrymore" (Dan Peggotty), "Freddie Bartholomew" (Copperfield as a boy), "Frank Lawton" (Copperfield as a man), "Basil Rathbone" (Mr. Murdstone), "Maureen O'Sullivan" (Dora), "Edna May Oliver" (Aunt Betsey), "Roland Young" (Uriah Heep), "Fay Chaldecott/Little Emily" (Little Emily as a child), "Madge Evans" (Agnes), "Elizabeth Allen/(Mrs. Copperfield)", "Marilyn Knowlden/(Little Agnes)" (Agnes as a child), "Harry Beresford/Dr. Chillip", "Una O'Connor" (Mrs.

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GEORGE "SUPERMAN" REEVES - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 354505

Action photograph of Reeves as Superman apprehending two villains. Photograph signed: "Thank you / for watching / George Reeves / Superman". B/w, 9 x 7½. Framed to an overall size of 17½ x 28½. Fine condition. Best known for playing the "Man of Steel" on film and on television, George Reeves (1914-1959), born George Bessolo, made his film debut in 1939. Reeves played Stuart Tarleton, one of the Scarlett O'Hara's hopeful beaus, in David O. Selznick's Civil War epic, Gone With the Wind. Making an excellent impression in that role, in 1940, Reeves was cast in 17 films, including Knute Rockne, All American, Virginia City, The Fighting 69th, 'Til We Meet Again, Pony Express Days and Meet the Fleet. Shown with his girlfriend, played by Jan Clayton, and her unwelcoming father (Grant Mitchell), Father is a Prince (1940). Reeves' career took a fateful turn when he was cast as Superman/Clark Kent in 1951's Superman and the Mole Men, a role he reprised in the 1953-1957 television series. Reeves' death by gunshot wound on June 16, 1959, was officially ruled a suicide, but suspicions of murder have persisted.

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GEORGE "SUPERMAN" REEVES - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 350610

Signed photograph showing Reeves in classic Superman pose. Photograph inscribed and signed: "To Sharon/Thanks for watching/George 'Superman'/Reeves". B/w, 7x9. Best known for playing the "Man of Steel" on film and on television, George Reeves (1914-1959), born George Bessolo, made his film debut in 1939. Reeves played Stuart Tarleton, one of the Scarlett O'Hara's hopeful beaus, in David O. Selznick's Civil War epic, Gone With the Wind. Making an excellent impression in that role, in 1940, Reeves was cast in 17 films, including Knute Rockne, All American, Virginia City, The Fighting 69th, 'Til We Meet Again, Pony Express Days and Meet the Fleet. Shown with his girlfriend, played by Jan Clayton, and her unwelcoming father (Grant Mitchell), Father is a Prince (1940). Reeves' career took a fateful turn when he was cast as Superman/Clark Kent in 1951's Superman and the Mole Men, a role he reprised in the 1953-1957 television series. Reeves' death by gunshot wound on June 16, 1959, was officially ruled a suicide, but suspicions of murder have persisted. Framed to an overall size of 23½ x 21¼. Fine condition. Accompanied by PSA/DNA LOA.

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STEVE McQUEEN - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 350602

Signed move still from the move Bullitt. Photograph inscribed and signed: "To/Kevin/Best Wishes/Steve McQueen". B/w, 8x10. Still from the 1968 film, Bullitt. Steve McQueen (1930-1980) played a police detective in the film, portraying him in the stunt-driving role typical of his anti-hero image. McQueen had his first starring film role in The Blob (1958), the same year he began a three-year run as a moody bounty hunter in TV's Wanted: Dead or Alive. McQueen was nominated for the Best Actor Academy Award for The Sand Pebbles (1966). Among his many other movie hits were The Magnificent Seven (1960), The Great Escape (1963), The Cincinnati Kid (1965) and Papillon (1973). He was married to actress Ali MacGraw from 1973-1977. Writing light but legible. Fine condition. Framed to an overall size of 15½ x 23¼. Frame exhibits wearing at corners.

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W. C. FIELDS - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH 10/11/1928 - HFSID 285843

11x14 sepia photo of Fields in the stage version of his skit, "The Caledonian Express," signed and inscribed to author and publisher Arthur Samuels. Field's inscription includes one of his famous lines from the stage and screen skit: "You'll ha to git oot/o' the compartment." Oversized Photograph inscribed and signed: "To My friend/Arthur -you'll ha to git oot/o' the compartment,/from his friend/Bill Fields/Oct 11 - 1928." Sepia, 11x14. Remarkable studio portrait inscribed to Arthur Samuels, who was involved with the publishing of "Ladies Home Journal" and authored Poppy. Half-view left profile by Hal Phype. Fields has quoted one of his lines from the Earl Carroll's Vanities sketch "The Caledonian Express" (1928), in which the legendary comedian played four Scottish characters trying to remove an uninvited guest from a train compartment. Fields repeated the skit in the film Follow the Boys (1945), but that time played the intruder. Samuels' Poppy made Fields a Broadway star in 1923, and he reprised the role in two film versions. Surface creases at upper right corner with fraying at that corner, else fine, handsome and rare.

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ANNIE "LITTLE SURE SHOT" OAKLEY - PHOTOGRAPH MOUNT SIGNED CIRCA 1880s - HFSID 350518

Rare, signed, sepia-toned photograph of Annie Oakley holding a double-barreled shotgun in a gloved hand. Materials signed by Oakley are extremely rare and desirable! Photograph mount signed "Annie. Oakley.". B/w sepia-toned, 3¾x5½ photo mounted on a 4¼x6½ card with rounded edges. Cabinet card photograph by Baker's Art Gallery, Columbus, Ohio. Oakley (1860-1926, born Phoebe Anne Moses in Darke County, Ohio), was born to a Quaker family and began to shoot rabbits and quail at age nine. Within five years, she was a breadwinner for her family as a markswoman, and, at age 15, she saved her family's farm with income she had earned from shooting game. On August 23, 1876, at age 16, Annie married Frank Butler, a vaudeville performer who became her partner. Annie's self-effacing personality (on and off stage) made her a popular performer. In 1885, the Butlers joined Buffalo Bill Cody's Wild West Show, where Annie was a star for 17 years. The five-foot-tall Oakley got her name "Little Sure Shot" from Sitting Bull and used it in her promotional materials. In 1901, she and her husband decided to retire from public life. However, shooting was in her blood, and the Butlers continued to make appearances around the country.

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THE SOPRANOS TV CAST - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 350400

THE SOPRANOS TV CAST - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH CO-SIGNED BY: JAMES - HFSID 350400

Eight members of America's favorite crime family sign a limited edition, 20x16 glossy photograph, adding their character names. Photograph signed: "James/Gandolfini/Tony", "Michael/Imperioli/Christopher", "Vincent/Pastore/Big Pussy", "Tony Sirico/Paulie", "Steve/Van/Zandt/Silvio", "Federico Castelluccio/Furio", "John Ventimiglia/Artie" and "Steve Schirripa/Bacala". Color, 20x16. Limited edition, #330 of 500. A huge critical and popular success since its first appearance on HBO television in 1999, this account of a mob family received 89 Emmy nominations, winning 17, in its first five seasons. The Sopranos ended in 2007 after seven seasons. Fine condition. Framed and matted with plaque to overall size of 25½ x 21½. Frame exhibits minor surface scratches and has separation at upper and lower right corners.

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OLAF WIEGHORST - SKETCH BOOK SIGNED IN PEN AND INK - HFSID 354519

OLAF WIEGHORST 10 wonderful pages of sketches by the master artist. Sketch book signed: "Olaf Weighorst". Signed along right edge of cover. 10 pages (bound) of sketches. 3 pages blank. Pen and ink on paper. 9 x 12. ½ inch separation of cover and pages at right binding, ¼ inch separation of cover and pages at left binding, otherwise fine condition. Olaf Wieghorst (1899-1988), is best known for his poignant paintings of the American West. His work graced calendars and illustrated magazines, and commanded good prices from art collectors. Many of his pieces are on display at the Olaf Wieghorst Museum in El Cajon, near San Diego. Wieghorst was a circus stunt rider in Denmark before emigrating to the US at age 19, and he appeared in two John Wayne movies.

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W. C. FIELDS - MANUSCRIPT SIGNED - HFSID 285867

Original Prohibition-era W.C. Fields comedy sketch. Manuscript Comedy Sketch titled and signed: "One of the six best Cellars/By/W.C. Fields", 13¼p, 6x8¼, separate sheets. No place, no date. The 18th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution went into effect on January 16, 1920. As of that date, "the manufacture, sale, or transportation of intoxicating liquors within, the importation thereof into, or the exportation thereof from the United States and all territory subject to the jurisdiction thereof for beverage purposes is hereby prohibited." Prohibition is the topic of this comedy sketch, One of the Six Best Cellars, which is written with a bit of satire. The phrase "six best cellars" was an expression first used in 1920 referring to the best hideaways where liquor was stored during Prohibition. The phrase was used in a "Los Angeles Herald" story on December 8, 1920 stating that actress Mabel Normand, known to be a heavy drinker, had one of the "six best cellars" of Prohibition liquor in the Hollywood film colony. Although not dated, this comedy sketch was likely written during the Prohibition era. In the early 1920s Fields wrote many comedy sketches while performing in New York's vaudeville, most notably in the Ziegfeld Follies. Many of his sketches revolved around a con man who liked his booze.

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FRANK SINATRA - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 350600

FRANK SINATRA - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH CO-SIGNED BY: TOM - HFSID 350600

Oversized color photograph of Sinatra with his arm around alleged mob boss Tom Marson, signed by both and inscribed by Marson. Large Photograph inscribed and signed: "To Papa Frank/Love & Best/wishes/Tom Marson" and "Frank Sinatra". Color, 16x20. It is said that this photograph was given to a close friend of 30 years, Vincent Albanese. It was taken at about the same time as the famous 1976 photograph of Sinatra and several Mafia chieftains taken backstage at the Westchester Premier Theatre. That photograph pictured Sinatra with his arms around Marson and Gregory DePalma. Also pictured were Paul Castellano, Carlo Gambino, Joseph Gambino, Aladena Fratianno, Salvatore Spatola and Richard Fusco. Sinatra's connection to the mafia is documented in Kitty Kelley's His Way. Tom Marson was one of the upper echelon members of the Cosa Nostra and connected to Carlo and Joe Gambino. Truly, a conversation piece! Minor surface creases across entire photograph. Otherwise, fine condition. Framed to an overall size of 27x37.

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WILLIAM F. "BUFFALO BILL" CODY - ANNOTATED ALBUM LEAF SIGNED 04/20/1899 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 350584

WILLIAM F. BUFFALO BILL CODY - ANNOTATED ALBUM LEAF SIGNED 04/20/1899 CO-SIGNED - HFSID 350584

Signatures of Cody, Longstreet and other prominent Chicagoans of the era, collected on both sides of a 6x4 sheet in 1899. Signatures on both sides of a 6x4 sheet: "W.F. Cody / 'Buffalo Bill'", "Nate Salsbury", "John M. Burke /'Arizona John'", and "Allison Nailor, Jr.". Dated in unknown hand at left: "April 20, 1899." On verso: "Yours Truly/James Longstreet/July 15 '99" and "Ferdinand W. Peck". Fine condition. Framed to an overall size of 40x20. William Frederick Cody earned the name "Buffalo Bill" for killing thousands of buffalo as a hired hunter in 1867 and 1868. Cody had begun his wild west career herding cattle at age nine. Five years later, he became the Pony Express' youngest rider. Throughout the Civil War, Cody worked as a government scout, extracting from life and the West all it had to offer. His western notoriety grew with his adventures, including those during the Sioux War, in which he purportedly fought a duel with Chief Yellow Hand. Cody's theatrical career was launched that same year with his re-enactments of such Indian battles. By 1883, he formed his first Wild West spectacle, becoming a master showman who toured internationally until 1903.

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GEORGE "SUPERMAN" REEVES - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 350609

Striking photograph of Reeves in his service uniform Photograph inscribed and signed: "To Jack / George / Reeves". B/w, 6¾ x 9 Framed to an overall size of 31 x 20½. Minor chips on corners of frame. Fine condition. Best known for playing the "Man of Steel" on film and on television, George Reeves (1914-1959), born George Bessolo, made his film debut in 1939. Reeves played Stuart Tarleton, one of the Scarlett O'Hara's hopeful beaus, in David O. Selznick's Civil War epic, Gone With the Wind. Making an excellent impression in that role, in 1940, Reeves was cast in 17 films, including Knute Rockne, All American, Virginia City, The Fighting 69th, 'Til We Meet Again, Pony Express Days and Meet the Fleet. Shown with his girlfriend, played by Jan Clayton, and her unwelcoming father (Grant Mitchell), Father is a Prince (1940). Reeves' career took a fateful turn when he was cast as Superman/Clark Kent in 1951's Superman and the Mole Men, a role he reprised in the 1953-1957 television series. Reeves' death by gunshot wound on June 16, 1959, was officially ruled a suicide, but suspicions of murder have persisted. Accompanied by PSA/DNA LOA.

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GEORGE "SUPERMAN" REEVES - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH CIRCA 1957 - HFSID 350578

Signed photograph of Reeves in character as Superman Photograph signed: "George / Reeves". B/w, 6¾ x 8¾. Best known for playing the "Man of Steel" on film and on television, George Reeves (1914-1959), born George Bessolo, made his film debut in 1939. Reeves played Stuart Tarleton, one of the Scarlett O'Hara's hopeful beaus, in David O. Selznick's Civil War epic, Gone With the Wind. Making an excellent impression in that role, in 1940, Reeves was cast in 17 films, including Knute Rockne, All American, Virginia City, The Fighting 69th, 'Til We Meet Again, Pony Express Days and Meet the Fleet. Shown with his girlfriend, played by Jan Clayton, and her unwelcoming father (Grant Mitchell), Father is a Prince (1940). Reeves' career took a fateful turn when he was cast as Superman/Clark Kent in 1951's Superman and the Mole Men, a role he reprised in the 1953-1957 television series. Reeves' death by gunshot wound on June 16, 1959, was officially ruled a suicide, but suspicions of murder have persisted. Minor chip at top of frame. Framed to an overall size of 12x14. Fine condition.

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ANNIE "LITTLE SURE SHOT" OAKLEY - PHOTOGRAPH MOUNT SIGNED - HFSID 273143

B/w photograph of Annie Oakley from the chest up in a white blouse and jacket. This photo is especially unusual because it shows her without the rows of shooting medals that she often wore. Anything signed by Oakley is exceedingly rare. Photograph mount signed: "Compliments. of/Annie. Oakley." on verso. B/w, 4¼x6½ overall, image 4x5½ (two surfaces). Photograph by Gray, 1030 Tremont St., Boston (imprint at lower margin). Oakley (1860-1926, born Phoebe Anne Moses in Darke County, Ohio), was born to a Quaker family and began to shoot rabbits and quail at age nine. Within five years, she was a breadwinner for her family as a markswoman, and, at age 15, she saved her family's farm with income she had earned from shooting game. On August 23, 1876, at age 16, Annie married Frank Butler, a vaudeville performer who became her partner. Annie's self-effacing personality (on and off stage) made her a popular performer. In 1885, the Butlers joined Buffalo Bill Cody's Wild West Show, where Annie was a star for 17 years. The five-foot-tall Oakley got her name "Little Sure Shot" from Sitting Bull and used it in her promotional materials. In 1901, she and her husband decided to retire from public life.

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W. C. FIELDS - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 11/10/1924 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 287816

W. C. FIELDS - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 11/10/1924 CO-SIGNED BY: FLORENZ FLO - HFSID 287816

Both sign a contract for Fields' appearance in the play "J. P. McEvoy's Comic Supplement". Not a standard form contract, this one has been written with Fields in mind. Contract signed: "Flo Ziegfeld", "W. C. Fields", 4 pages, 7¼x10½. Also initialed by both at a minor correction: "F.Z.", "W. C. F." New Amsterdam Theatre, New York, N.Y., 1924 November 10. On Ziegfeld's personal letterhead, Fields signs his acceptance of a commitment to appear in a play bearing the temporary title "J. P. McEvoy's Comic Supplement," to be produced on or before January 15, 1925. Fields is guaranteed top billing in the play credits and all advertising, and will receive $1, 750 per week for the full run of the play. He must attend five weeks of rehearsals without compensation. Clause 5 is of special interest: "You agree to get in touch promptly after the execution of this agreement with the author of this play, Mr. McAvoy and to aid and facilitate him and co-operate with him in every matter to the end that the parts to be assigned to you shall be adapted to your special talents and ability. You agree to render such services without any additional compensation." Red-nosed, gravel-voiced, bottle-hitting American comedian W. C.

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ANNIE "LITTLE SURE SHOT" OAKLEY - ANNOTATED CHECK SIGNED 06/15/1923 - HFSID 300025

Check signed with her married name, Annie Butler, filled out by her to her grand-daughter (by adoption), with an additional note in Annie's hand on verso. Check signed: "Annie Butler", 6½x2¾. Newark, New Jersey, 1923 June 15. Check #135, drawn on the Newark & Essex Banking Co. payable to Elizabeth Hall for $50. Endorsed ""Elizabeth Hall". Handwritten note in Oakley's hand on verso: "Board to F. E. Butlers Grand Daughter. 22 Weikel Ave. Merchantville, N. J. Known as Niece". Annie Oakley (1860-1926, born Phoebe Anne Moses in Darke County, Ohio), was born to a Quaker family and began to shoot rabbits and quail at age nine. Within five years, she was a breadwinner for her family as a markswoman, and, at age 15, she saved her family's farm with income she had earned from shooting game. On August 23, 1876, at age 16, Annie married Frank Butler, a vaudeville performer who became her partner. Annie's self-effacing personality (on and off stage) made her a popular performer. In 1885, the Butlers joined Buffalo Bill Cody's Wild West Show, where Annie was a star for 17 years. The five-foot-tall Oakley got her name "Little Sure Shot" from Sitting Bull and used it in her promotional materials. In 1901, she and her husband decided to retire from public life.…"

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GEORGE "SUPERMAN" REEVES - EPHEMERA UNSIGNED CIRCA 1953 - HFSID 350552

Breakaway shirt & tie worn by Reeves in the The Adventures of Superman. Ephemera Unsigned: Shirt and tie worn by actor George Reeves on classic The Adventures of Superman television series in 1953. Accompanied by letter from prior owner when on loan to the Smithsonian National Museum of Modern History in 1987. Best known for playing the "Man of Steel" on film and on television, George Reeves (1914-1959) made his film debut in 1939. He played one of Scarlett O'Hara's hopeful beaus in Gone With the Wind (1940). Reeves' career took a turn when he was cast as Superman/Clark Kent in 1951's Superman and the Mole Men, a role he reprised in the 1953-1958 television series. In The Adventures of Superman, Reeves portrayed the character again. Reeves was neither the first nor the last film Superman, of course. Kirk Alyn preceded him, while Christopher Reeve and many others have followed. Reeves was never able to shake off being typecast as Superman; the television show ran until he was 44 years old. His death by gunshot wound on June 16, 1959, was officially ruled a suicide, but suspicions of murder have persisted. Chipped along edges of frame and at corners. Shirt exhibits yellowing and staining. Fine condition.

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GEORGE "SUPERMAN" REEVES - SCRIPT SIGNED - HFSID 350472

The actor signs a script for The Adventures of Superman episode “Lady in Black” Script signed: " George Reeves / Superman". 47 pages, p1 and p47 displayed, p2-46 stored within framing. Script measures 7½ x 9½. Framed to an overall size of 49 x 32½. Script for The Adventures of Superman episode “Lady in Black”, written by Jackson Gillis. Fine condition. Best known for playing the "Man of Steel" on film and on television, George Reeves (1914-1959), born George Bessolo, made his film debut in 1939. Reeves played Stuart Tarleton, one of the Scarlett O'Hara's hopeful beaus, in David O. Selznick's Civil War epic, Gone With the Wind. Making an excellent impression in that role, in 1940, Reeves was cast in 17 films, including Knute Rockne, All American, Virginia City, The Fighting 69th, 'Til We Meet Again, Pony Express Days and Meet the Fleet. Shown with his girlfriend, played by Jan Clayton, and her unwelcoming father (Grant Mitchell), Father is a Prince (1940). Reeves' career took a fateful turn when he was cast as Superman/Clark Kent in 1951's Superman and the Mole Men, a role he reprised in the 1953-1957 television series.

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W. C. FIELDS - DOCUMENT SIGNED 03/13/1946 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 292087

W. C. FIELDS - DOCUMENT SIGNED 03/13/1946 CO-SIGNED BY: NORMAN - HFSID 292087

Agreement with the J. Walter Thompson advertising firm setting strict rules for Fields' script for a radio broadcast, co-signed by producer and ad executive Norman Blackburn Document signed: "W. C. Fields", "Norman Blackburn", 1 page, 8¾x14. Hollywood, California, 1946 March 13. Agreement with the J. Walter Thompson advertising agency, acting as agent for Standard Brands, Inc., governing Fields' forthcoming appearance on the Chase and Sanborn radio program, March 24, 1946. The agreement stipulates that Fields must adhere strictly to a script approved in advance by the firm and by Fields himself, and that Fields shall not "improvise, extemporize or use unapproved material." It further stipulates that Fields shall be held blameless from any claims for "slander, libel, copyright infringement, etc." arising from the program. Fields is to receive $3,500 for his performance. W.C. FIELDS (1879-1946) began entertaining as an amusement park juggler at the age of fourteen. He was a vaudeville headliner before he was twenty and toured Europe in 1901, giving a command performance at Buckingham Palace. His Broadway debut in The Ham Tree (1905) was followed by appearances in the Ziegfeld Follies (1915-1921) and in George White's Scandals (1933).

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Hollywood Celebrities, Actors and Directors | Pamphlets

LINA BASQUETTE - PAMPHLET SIGNED - HFSID 36416

She signs brochure promoting her upcoming autobiography Pamphlet signed: "Lina Basquette", 4p, 7x8½. Titled, "Lina Basquette: Her Story, a brochure promoting her autobiography, on sale Fall, 1984.…"

Sale Price $144.00

$160.00
KATE CAPSHAW - PAMPHLET SIGNED - HFSID 291231

She signs the front cover of a publicity packet folder for Just Cause. Pamphlet signed: "Kate Capshaw", 9x12, folder. Warner Bros. media information packet holder for the film Just Cause.

Sale Price $90.00

$100.00
ART CARNEY - PAMPHLET SIGNED 3/2000 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 297364

The actor and actress sign a pamphlet for Membership to The Museum of Radio & Television.

Sale Price $216.00

$240.00
TONY CURTIS - INSCRIBED PAMPHLET SIGNED - HFSID 152515

He signs a pamphlet advertising his show at Center Art Galleries - Hawaii Pamphlet inscribed and signed: "Alan/Tony Curtis", 6p (integral leaf), 8¼x11. Undated brochure for an exhibition of Curtis' paintings at the Center Art Galleries-Hawaii.

Sale Price $162.00

$180.00
TONY CURTIS - PAMPHLET SIGNED - HFSID 75063

He signs a pamphlet advertising his show at Center Art Galleries - Hawaii Pamphlet signed: "Tony Curtis" on front cover, 8p, 8¼x11. Place, Hawaii, no date Titled: "Tony Curtis/Artist". Brochure for an exhibition of Curtis' paintings at the Center Art Galleries in Hawaii.

Sale Price $144.00

$160.00
MIKE FARRELL - PAMPHLET SIGNED - HFSID 63367

amphlet signed: "Peace!/Michael/Farrell", 52p, 7x8½. Around the World in Eight Days A Journey through Time and Space by Mike Farrell.

Sale Price $108.00

$120.00
OTTO FELIX - INSCRIBED PAMPHLET SIGNED - HFSID 36402

Signed pamphlet titled, "As I See It" featuring the actor's original poems and photographs. Inscribed Pamphlet signed: "Todd/Yes & Thanks/Otto F. Felix", 47p, 11x8½. Signed on first page.

Sale Price $90.00

$100.00
TIPPI HEDREN - PAMPHLET SIGNED 03/05/1985 - HFSID 80852

Pamphlet signed: "Tippi Hedren[She has drawn birds]". 2p, 7x10 (folded in half to 7x5). Advertising her upcoming lecture "The Cats of Shambala", presented by The Society of the Four Arts, Palm Beach, Florida.

Sale Price $108.00

$120.00
KATHARINE HEPBURN - PAMPHLET SIGNED CIRCA 1981 - HFSID 52278

This publicity booklet about the 1981 film On Golden Pond is signed by the actress. She won her fourth Academy Award for Best Actress due to her performance in this film. Booklet signed: "Katharine Hepburn", 4p, 9x12.

Sale Price $450.00

$500.00
RALPH KINER - PAMPHLET SIGNED - HFSID 290640

The Hall of Famer signs on the cover of a pamphlet for the 1988 Equitable Old Timers Game at Shea Stadium. Pamphlet signed: "Ralph Kiner", 2 pages, 8½x11. Kiner signs on the cover of this pamphlet for the Equitable Old Timers Game at Shea Stadium on July 23, 1988.

Sale Price $162.00

$180.00
EARTHA KITT - PAMPHLET SIGNED - HFSID 312985

The famed actress signs her name in black ink on this 5½x8½ pamphlet Pamphlet signed: "Eartha Kitt". Color, 5½x8½. 4 pages. The pamphlet promotes the production of Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella.

Sale Price $306.00

$340.00
ALICE LAKE - PAMPHLET SIGNED - HFSID 181889

Pamphlet from a radio reading by Guy Bates Post of T. Howard Wilson's Rhapsodies, signed by actor Alice Lake Pamphlet signed "Alice Lake". Black ink notations in unknown hand underneath signature. 6 pages including front cover, 5½x8½.

Sale Price $180.00

$200.00
ALICE LAKE - PAMPHLET SIGNED 1949 - HFSID 182135

Pamphlet from a Christmas day radio reading of poems and essays by Guy Bates Post, signed by actor Alice Lake in 1949 in red ink Pamphlet signed "Alice Lake/1949" in red ink. Red ink notations above signature and on several pages, all in unknown hand.

Sale Price $180.00

$200.00
JOYCELYNE LEW - PAMPHLET SIGNED - HFSID 40846

The actress signs this promotional photo pamphlet that also includes her physical specs Pamphlet signed: "Joycelyne Lew" on b/w interior photo in black felt tip, color: two 5¼x3¾ photos on exterior, b/w: three b/w 3¼x5 photos, one 2¼x5 photo, one 2¼x2

Sale Price $162.00

$180.00
DAYTON LUMMIS - PAMPHLET SIGNED - HFSID 36689

The actor who graced both the stage and the screen signs this 8 page ad for Moonfire (1970) Pamphlet Signed: “Dayton Lummis” in blue ink. 8p, 12x15½. Advertisement promoting the movie Moonfire.

Sale Price $180.00

$200.00
ROD MCKUEN - PAMPHLET SIGNED - HFSID 201626

He signs this numbered 743 copy of a folio of eight of his poems Pamphlet Signed: "Rod McKuen", 4p, front and verso, 8½x11. Numbered folio of eight of his poems numbered 743.

Sale Price $198.00

$220.00
ROD MCKUEN - PAMPHLET SIGNED - HFSID 203298

He signs this numbered 743 copy of a folio of his poem Who was the winner of our discontent? Pamphlet signed: "Rod McKuen", 4p, front and verso, 8½x11. Numbered folio of his poem Who was the winner of our discontent? numbered 743.

Sale Price $198.00

$220.00
ROD MCKUEN - PAMPHLET SIGNED - HFSID 223404

He signs this numbered 743 copy of a folio of six of his poems Pamphlet signed: "Rod McKuen", 4p, front and verso, 8½x11. Numbered folio of six of his poems numbered 743.

Sale Price $198.00

$220.00
GEORGE MONTGOMERY - INSCRIBED PAMPHLET SIGNED 08/27/1984 - HFSID 38211

19 pages of color proofs from George Montgomery's 1981 memoir The Years of George Montgomery, signed with "My best wishes" in 1984 Inscribed pamphlet signed "For 'The American Museum/of Historical Documents' -/My best wishes -/Sincerely/George Montgomery/8-27-84" on page 14 i

Sale Price $180.00

$200.00
WAYNE NEWTON - PAMPHLET SIGNED - HFSID 303965

Color pamphlet for "Mr. Las Vegas" and for Ray Stevens both appearing at The Wayne Newton Theatre Program Signed: "Wayne". Color, 4x9 folded, 8x9 unfolded. Wayne Newton (b. 1942) began performing at an early age - mastering the piano, guitar and steel guitar at age 6.

Sale Price $180.00

$200.00
VINCENT PRICE - PAMPHLET SIGNED - HFSID 80861

Pamphlet announcing Vincent Price's lecture at The Society of the Four Arts February 5, 1980. Pamphlet signed: "All my Best/Vincent Price", 7x10. Advertising Vincent Price's lecture "Diversions and Delights" The Poetry and Plays of Oscar Wilde Tuesday, February 5 at 3 p.m.

Sale Price $234.00

$260.00
CLIFF ROBERTSON - PAMPHLET SIGNED - HFSID 80863

Cliff Robertson signs a pamphlet for The Society of the Four Arts Lecture Series presenting Cliff Robertson as guest lecturer on March 11, 1980. Pamphlet signed: "Cliff Robertson", 2p, 7x10.

Sale Price $162.00

$180.00
SANDY SANDFORD - PAMPHLET SIGNED - HFSID 142035

The comedian known for his impersonations signs this pamphlet Pamphlet Signed: "Sincerely,/ Sandy/ Sandford" 6¾x5¼ folded and 13½x5¼ unfolded.

Sale Price $180.00

$200.00
SHIRLEY STOLER - PAMPHLET SIGNED - HFSID 39938

The skilled actress pens her name on this pamphlet featuring photos of her memorable characters Pamphlet signed: “Shirley Stoler”, in black ink, 2p front and verso, b/w, 7½x9½.

Sale Price $198.00

$220.00
MILBURN STONE - INSCRIBED PAMPHLET SIGNED - HFSID 76530

He inscribes and signs the first inside page of a 12-page pamphlet about an historic site "Ranch House" maintained by the US Marine Corps at Camp Pendleton.

Sale Price $180.00

$200.00
TAMARA TOUMANOVA - PAMPHLET SIGNED - HFSID 224410

Ballerina Tamara Toumanova signs pamphlet of photographs and press reviews Pamphlet Signed: " Tamara Toumanova.", 4p. 7¼x11½. Born in Siberia, Tamara Toumanova (1919-1996) made her debut at age ten in the children's ballet L'Eventail de Jeanne at the Paris Opera.

Sale Price $180.00

$200.00
JOHN TRAVOLTA - PAMPHLET SIGNED - HFSID 290199

CD pamphlet for the soundtrack from the 1995 film White Man's Burden Pamphlet signed: "John Travolta", 4¾x4¾, CD soundtrack pamphlet for the 1995 film White Man's Burden.

Sale Price $144.00

$160.00
JUNE WHITFIELD - PAMPHLET SIGNED - HFSID 146872

Pamphlet for Chichester Festival Theatre, held in 1987 and signed "Best Wishes" by Whitfield in silver ink. Whitfield appeared in Oscar Wilde's An Ideal Husband as Lady Markby at Chichester. Pamphlet signed "Best Wishes/from/June Whitfield" in silver ink.

Sale Price $81.00

$90.00
HARRY WIERE - PAMPHLET SIGNED - HFSID 65690

Advertising pamphlet for Val Parnell's 1951-1952 variety show The Peep Show at the London Palladium, signed "(Wiere Bros)" by Harry Wiere of the Wiere Brothers. Accompanied by an unsigned 1963 pamphlet for a Wiere Brothers show at Harold's Club in Reno, Nevada.

Sale Price $108.00

$120.00
PAUL WINFIELD - INSCRIBED PAMPHLET SIGNED - HFSID 272212

Black and white publicity photograph of Paul Winfield - full beard Photograph inscribed and signed: "To Michael/Best of/Everything!/Paul/Winfield". B/w, 7¾x9¾.

Sale Price $162.00

$180.00