ANNIE OAKLEY 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.
JACQUELINE KENNEDY ONASSIS She has penned (but not signed) this very moving reminiscence of "happy summer evenings at the Cape … eating Mathilda's fish chowder" with JFK and his father, when "touched by destiny" was thought to mean "only happy things." Autograph Manuscript unsigned but with "Kennedy" twice in text, 1 page, 8x12½. No place, no date but written in the 1960s. In full: "4. Now Mr Kennedy is sick and Jack is gone. Mr Kennedy had seen Jack nearly die so many times. He used to say that Jack was touched by destiny. But those were happy summer evenings at the Cape when he came there, when we were all eating Mathilda's fish chowder - and you thought that meant only happy things - to be touched by destiny. Dear Grandpa - you brought all the joy to my life - more than one should dare to hope to have - and because of that - all the pain. I will remember you - and I will love you until I die." Born Jacqueline Bouvier in 1929, Jackie married John F. Kennedy in 1953.
MARY BAKER EDDY This document from the Massachusetts Metaphysical College features the religious leader's autograph! Document Signed: "Mary B.G. Eddy", 1p, 6x4. Boston, Massachusetts. Dated April 2, 1885. Certificate issued by the Massachusetts Metaphysical College, Mary B.G. Eddy, President. In full: "This Certifies That Mrs. G.P. Noyes C.S. has been my student, and is in good standing with the Massachusetts Metaphysical College, she being a member of the Christian Science Association." Emblem of Christian Science at left: "Heal the Sick, Raise the Dead, Cleanse the Lepers, Cast out Demons". While recovering from the effects of a severe fall, Mary Baker Eddy (1821-1910) sought many types of healing. She turned to the Bible in 1866 and discovered the spiritual and metaphysical system known as Christian Science. Eddy published Science and Health in 1875, explaining this system. The Church of Christ, Scientist was chartered in 1879 and in 1881, next to her home, the Massachusetts Metaphysical College was chartered. Followers multiplied and spread her teachings.
ANNIE OAKLEY Oakley handwrote, dated and signed this letter to a friend in 1909, describing life on the road as a trick shootist. This letter sheds light on how she viewed the life of a traveling performer. Autograph Letter signed: "Annie Oakley", 2 pages, 6x9¼. Wilson, North Carolina, 1909 January 13. On letterhead of New Briggs Hotel to "My dear Friend". In full: "I know I am perfectly terrible for neglecting to write and thank you for the beautiful cup & the pretty photo of dear little Verginia [sic]. I surely can appreciate them more than I can tell you. I do hope to see you at Pinehurst. Then we can eat those fine grape fruit for our breakfast. And just have a good old visit. Then you can explain why Mr. McCarty always wins when his little Wife is with him. I gave my first shot yesterday. Had a fine day & about 1500 people, best in Washington. Pouring rain now & it is 11:30 AM. Hope it will clear up. Thanking you again. And with love and every good wish, I am most sincerely." At top of page 2 she has added "for Verginia [sic]", surrounding it with x's.
AS HER WRITING CAREER WINDS DOWN, THE FAMED AUTHOR SELLS THE INVENTORY OF SEVERAL OF HER PUBLISHED WORKS - BUT RETAINS CONTROL OVER HER LITERARY LEGACY AYN RAND, ROBERT HESSEN and BEATRICE HESSEN.Scarce Typed DS: "Ayn Rand" on page 3, 3p, 8½x11, separate sheets. New York City, 1976 June 12 (dated by Rand).Letter of Agreement to Rand from Palo Alto Book Service.Begins: "Dear Ayn". In full: "This will serve as our Agreement for the Palo Alto Book Service for the purpose of promoting and selling the remaining inventory of The Ayn Rand Letter, The Objectivist, the bound copies of The Objectivist Newsletter, and the pamphlets published by The Objectivist Newsletter and The Objectivist.We will receive the physical inventory of the above as well as any remaining stock of your novels and non-fiction works, including Introduction to Objectivist Epistemology, all of which are held by The Objectivist Book Service, Inc. The inventory will be shipped to us, insured, via book rate, or by truck, if that method should prove less expensive. We will share the cost of shipment with the Objectivist Book Service, Inc.
ANNIE OAKLEY 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.
ANNIE OAKLEY Recovering slowly from an auto accident late in her life, she writes a 4-page letter to a female journalist, enthusiastically describing her move to North Carolina. Autograph Letter signed: "Annie Oakley Butler", 4 pages (integral leaf), 5½x6¾. Greensboro, North Carolina, October 10 (Pencil note in unknown hand dates it 1923.) Oakley has struck through the original letterhead of the O'Henry and written her new address in Greensboro. To "Dear Miss Tildesley", in full: "I was pleased to see the sweet letter. We left Cambridge just two weeks ago. And stopped off in Balto. to see Dr. Baer. He said there was an improvement in my foot though it had been very slow. But for me to fight on and he was sure I would win out in time. So we both feel incouraged. I can walk much better than when you seen me. We have just left the Hotel and taken A suite here. We have A pretty living room, furnished in wicker with pretty colors. A wicker table with plate glass top so we can make coffee. Tea. Toast. and even boil eggs if we like. A french door opens on A private varanda with pretty flowers.
MARY CASSATT In a handwritten letter to a friend in Paris, Cassatt explains that her art keeps her too busy to reply to most letters, but that she would welcome a visit in the Spring. ALS: "Mary Cassatt", 6 pages, 5¼x7, front and verso. Mesnil-Beaufresne, Mesnil-Theribus (Oise), France, no date. On imprinted stationery to Miss Mary Gardner Swift. Begins: "My Dear Mary". In full: "Of course I had your letter but I never thought of answering it. If you knew what my life was you would [five words illegible] than in the [illegible] If you would love to write to me anything that you think I would I shall always be glad to know [two words illegible] I am a very busy woman. Most of my correspondence is done in French through my [illegible] Is French, she has been with us 43 years Ever since my Mothers (sic) death thirty years ago I have been alone, carrying on this place & working here. Ah my art. Of course I have been better known as an artist in France [illegible] is a member of the family In the meantime I send you my 
QUEEN ELIZABETH II The longest-reigning monarch in British history, exercises her Royal Prerogatives by signing a pardon for a parking fine. Partly Printed Document signed: "Elizabeth R" as Queen, 2 pages, 8½ x 13. Our Court at St James's, 1974 October 8. In part: "Whereas Ian Johnson at Wells Street Magistrates' Court on the eighteenth day of June 1974 was convicted of four offenses of causing a motor vehicle to wait in a registered street during the prescribed hours and was ordered to pay fines totaling sixteen pounds. Now know ye that We in consideration of some circumstances humbly represented unto Us, are Graciously pleased to extend Our Grace and Mercy unto the said Ian Johnson and to pardon and remit unto him the fines imposed upon him as aforesaid…." Queen Elizabeth II, Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and North Ireland and of many other realms, ascended the throne in 1952, following the death of her father, King George VI. The "R" in her signature stands for "Regina," the Latin word for Queen.
ANNIE OAKLEY Carte de visite signed by Oakley for friend Ed Goodman, Buffalo Bill's nephew, who was part of the Wild West show Photograph signed: "Annie Oakley". Sepia, 4½x6½ carte de visite. 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. However, shooting was in her blood, and the Butlers continued to make appearances around the country.
FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE "The Lady of the Lamp" thanks a patron for gifts of food and details plans for her summer holiday. Autograph Letter Signed: "F. Nightingale" in pencil, 4p, 4¼ x 7. 10 South Street,/Park Lane W. [London],1891 July 29. To Mrs. Robertson. In full with grammatical errors: "I was so sorry for Mr. Robertson's Influenza -- I trust he is quite recovered - & that you are pretty well. Thank you for all the Hampers. Every thing has done well but the cream, for which the weather was too hot. Thank you for everything. After Saturday please not to send anything here unless you are so good as to send grass & a few flowers. I am going to Embley, my old home for 2 or 3 weeks And then Sir Harry & Mrs Verney are so good as to press my coming to Claydn But don't let the eggs you have been so good as to collect run down, if that is inconvenient to you. If more convenient to you, they might still come here. & be given away from here, till further notice - I am thankful Sir Harry is so well - I can have the usual Bank Holiday & School doings. The Nurses were so pleased with their day. God's blessings on you all.
ANNIE OAKLEY Her rare signature on a 4x2½ card, matted and then attached to an 11x16 reproduction of a poster publicizing her show Signature: "Annie Oakley", 4x2½ card. Affixed to a 4¼x2¾ matte which in turn is affixed to a larger matte 11¼x16, which features a reproduction of a poster publicizing her appearance. Sharpshooter Annie Oakley (1860-1926) toured vaudeville circuits and circuses with her husband, Frank Butler, whom she married in 1876 when she was 16. She starred in Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show from 1885-1902. Oakley was called "Little Sure Shot" because she was only five feet tall. On this poster, with six illustrations of her in action, she is called "the peerless wing and rifle shot". Oakley's life story was told in Irving Berlin's 1946 musical, Annie Get Your Gun, currently enjoying a successful revival on Broadway. Her signature is rare in any form. Signature slightly lifted from the matte at its lower edge. Fine condition. Famous Women | Letters
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HELEN ADAM - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 03/02/1985 - HFSID 273071HELEN ADAM The poet pens a letter to a fan revealing that she is “still writing” and includes a list of her books in print. Extremely rare! Autograph Letter signed: "Helen Adam", 3p, 6x9, separate sheets. New York, New York, 1985 March 2. To "Dear Rick Godby".Sale Price $288.00
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JUDY (MRS. SPIRO) AGNEW - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 11/21/1968 - HFSID 273812JUDY AGNEW (MRS. SPIRO AGNEW). TLS: "Judy Agnew", 1p, 6¼x9. Annapolis, Maryland, 1968 November 21. On embossed letterhead of "Government House" to Mr. Danny Franklin, Sunnyslope, Arizona.
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CLAYRE TENNANT ANSTRUTHER - AUTOGRAPH LETTER UNSIGNED 01/01/1903 - HFSID 273126[CLAYRE TENNANT ANSTRUTHER]. Autograph Letter, signed in unknown hand [illegible], 2p, 3¾x6, front and verso. 1 Manchester Square, 1903 January 1. On imprinted stationery to "Dear Mrs. Anstruther". In full: "I had already read that little poem, so serious yet gracious.
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ELIZABETH ARDEN - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 03/15/1960 - HFSID 283133ELIZABETH ARDEN Make-up pioneer Elizabeth Arden signed this typed letter in 1960, thanking the recipient for "the enchanting little roses". Typed letter signed "Elizabeth Arden" in blue ink. 1 page, 8x10, with thin white border. March 15, 1960. Addressed to Miss Nell Stadler.
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ELIZABETH ARDEN - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 06/08/1962 - HFSID 23285ELIZABETH ARDEN. TLS: "Elizabeth Arden", 1p, 7¼x10½. New York, 1962 June 8. On company letterhead to Mr. Peter B. Shikes. In full: "Thank you very much for your nice letter asking for my autograph. I am indeed flattered that I should be included in your collection of famous people.
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MRS. MICHAEL (COUNTESS ATALANTA MERCATI) ARLEN - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 07/09/1956 - HFSID 55167MRS. MICHAEL ARLEN (COUNTESS ATALANTA MERCATI) The widow of the famed Armenian writer pens a letter to Louis Sobol, expressing her gratitude for Sobol's column in tribute to her
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ANNE ARMSTRONG - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 26754ANNE ARMSTRONG Anne Armstrong sends an autograph letter of thanks for the meeting. Autograph Letter signed: "Anne Armstrong", 1p, 7¼x10½. As Co-Chairman of the Reagan & Bush Committee, 1980. On Committee letterhead.
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ANNE ARMSTRONG - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 02/17/1976 - HFSID 189705ANNE ARMSTRONG The influential Republican signs a typed letter about moving to London as US Ambassador. Typed Letter signed: "Anne", 1 page, 7x8. Washington, D.C., 1976 February 17. On letterhead of Department of State to "Dear Ernie" [Minor]. In full: "It was wonderful to hear from you.
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ANNE ARMSTRONG - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 07/24/1973 - HFSID 189723ANNE ARMSTRONG Anne Armstrong sends a typed letter if thanks for all the help for her visit to Cincinnati. Typed Letter signed: "Anne", 1p, 7¼x10½. As Counselor to the President. On White House letterhead. Washington, D.C. 1973 July 24. To W.
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VIOLET ASQUITH BONHAM CARTER - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 01/03/1912 - HFSID 140343VIOLET ASQUITH BONHAM CARTER The daughter of British Prime Minister Herbert Asquith signed this handwritten letter in ink Autograph Letter Signed: “Violet Asquith”. 7¾x6 (unfolded). Three pages of text. Dated January 3rd, 1912. Letterhead from the British Embassy.
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AVA ASTAIRE - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 255791AVA ASTAIRE Fred Astaire's youngest child penned this letter and her signature regarding some personal business in Dublin Autograph Letter signed: "Ava M.", 1p. 5¼x7, personal letterhead. Accompanied by envelope, postmarked Marina Del Rey, California, 1978 December 14, to Mr.
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AVA ASTAIRE - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 07/18 - HFSID 255790AVA ASTAIRE The youngest child of Fred Astaire writes to a family friend regarding happy memories in this letter Autograph Letter signed: "Ava", 2p. 6x4, front and verso, personalized note card. Accompanied by envelope: return address McKenzie, Castlepoint, Schull Co.
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LADY NANCY ASTOR - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 08/18/1920 - HFSID 81532NANCY ASTOR The first female Member of Parliament sends letter to fan, noting her "sad-looking" friend in the accompanying photograph, and signing her name in black ink Typed Letter signed: "Nancy Astor" in black ink. 1 page, 7¼x4. St. James' Square, London, England. 1920 August 18.
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FAITH BALDWIN - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 222116FAITH BALDWIN Handwritten letter by the author responding to a request for a signed copy of her book The Juniper Tree. Autograph Letter signed: "Faith B", 1 page, 5¾x7½, front and verso. Norwalk, Connecticut, February 26, no year. On her personal letterhead to "Dear Jackie/Jakie? with note in upper left: "Sorry.
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FAITH BALDWIN - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 222115FAITH BALDWIN The author signs a letter to a fan, speaking of several topics, including Robert Frost and another unidentified author, saying "both are fine poets if elitist" Autograph letter signed: "Faith B", in blue ink, 2 pages (front and verso), 5¾x7¾. Norwalk, Connecticut.
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FAITH BALDWIN - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 01/05/1954 - HFSID 297630FAITH BALDWIN She sends thanks for a lovely poem, but wishes she could believe it. Autograph Letter signed: "Faith Baldwin", 1 page, 5¾x8. Norwalk, Connecticut, 1954 January 5. On personal letterhead (as Mrs. Hugh Cuthrell) to "John".
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FAITH BALDWIN - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 01/07/1974 - HFSID 153830FAITH BALDWIN The author signs a letter to a fan, regarding a rare signed book plate Autograph letter signed: "Faith Baldwin", in blue ink, 1 page, 5¾x7¾. Norwalk, Connecticut. January 7, 1974.
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FAITH BALDWIN - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 03/05/1976 - HFSID 206132FAITH BALDWIN The author signs a letter to a fan about a requested signature, saying she can instead send signed book plates Autograph letter signed: "FB", in blue ink, 1 page, 5¾x7¾. Norwalk, Connecticut. March 5, 1976.
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FAITH BALDWIN - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 04/20/1961 - HFSID 18371FAITH BALDWIN Writing from her sickbed, author Baldwin tells a collector to write again for her photo because "it's now downstairs and I'm not!" Autograph Letter signed: "Faith Baldwin", 5x3 card. Norwalk, Connecticut, 1961 April 20. To N. W.
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FAITH BALDWIN - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 06/29/1955 - HFSID 296546FAITH BALDWIN ALS written from Orleans, on Cape Cod, at a cottage she described in one of her books Autograph Letter signed: "Faith Baldwin", 1 page, 9x6 picture postcard. Orleans, Massachusetts, June 29, 1955. Postcard photo on verso is of Nauset Lighthouse, Eastham, Massachusetts.
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FAITH BALDWIN - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 09/20 - HFSID 298052FAITH BALDWIN Brief postcard letter to friends after a visit to Cape Cod Autograph Letter signed: "F B", 2 pages (front and verso), 5½x3½ un-canceled postcard. No place, September 20, no year. To Mr. and Mrs.
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FAITH BALDWIN - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 12/20/1974 - HFSID 297348FAITH BALDWIN Writing on her personalized postcard at the holiday season, the author explains, "Sent no cards. Haven't been well." Autograph Letter signed: "Faith", 5½x3¼ postcard. Norwalk, Connecticut, 1974 December 20. Addressed in her hand on a personalized postcard to Mr. and Mrs.
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FAITH BALDWIN - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 12/22 - HFSID 295967FAITH BALDWIN Letter to friends on how eye surgery delayed her writing schedule. "I finished a novel Jan. 70 and by June couldn't read. ..." Autograph Letter signed: "Faith", 2 pages (front and verso), 5¼x3¾. No place, December 22, no year, but circa 1971.
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FAITH BALDWIN - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 6/24 - HFSID 222114FAITH BALDWIN The author signs a letter to a fan discussing printing of books, and her voting for President Lyndob B. Johnson Autograph letter signed: "Faith", in blue ink, 2 pages (front and verso), 5¾x7¾. Norwalk, Connecticut. June 24. In part: "About L.B.J.
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FAITH BALDWIN - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED CIRCA 1955 - HFSID 297347FAITH BALDWIN She details her travel plans on a personalized postcard. Autograph Letter signed: "FB", 5½x3¼ postcard. Norwalk, Connecticut, 1955 February 18. Addressed in her hand on a personalized postcard to J. A. Fischbach, Phoenix, Arizona. In full: "Not a cold. Very bad virus.
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FAITH BALDWIN - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 08/13/1927 - HFSID 317571FAITH BALDWIN She signs a short typed letter agreeing to send a fan her autograph Typed Letter signed: "Faith Baldwin/ (Mrs. Hugh Cuthrell)", 1 page, 6¾x3¼. St. Lawrence, August 13, 1927. To "Dear Mr.
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FAITH BALDWIN - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 5/29 - HFSID 18373FAITH BALDWIN TLS with many typos and her ink corrections, explaining to radio/TV host and collector George Sanders why she cannot send him a photograph Typed Letter signed: "Faith Baldwin", 2 pages (front and verso), 5¾x7¾. Norwalk, Connecticut, May 29, no year
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FAITH BALDWIN - TYPED LETTER SIGNED CIRCA 1953 - HFSID 297631FAITH BALDWIN Long letter describing her new home, her everyday life, and her forthcoming books Typed Letter signed: "Faith Baldwin", 3 pages, 6x7½. Norwalk, Connecticut. Accompanied by original mailing envelope addressed in signer's hand.
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ETHEL BARRYMORE - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 20181ETHEL BARRYMORE. ALS: "Ethel Barrymore.", 3p, 4x5¾, front and verso. 6 Charles St. (London), no date. To "My own Miss Darby". In full: "I am so awfully sorry not to have seen you at all this summer. I've often seen you cleaning in front of your house & wondered if I dared call upon you.
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CYNTHIA C. BASS - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 07/08/1855 - HFSID 1285CYNTHIA C. BASS The Shetucket Grange founder and wife of a Connecticut farmer signs this letter in which she describes her new marriage and a flirtation with a man named Wellington, dated 1855 Autograph letter signed: "Cynthia C. Bass" in black ink. 4p, 6¾x8¼. Westminster, July 8, 1855. Written to "My Dear Mrs.
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