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MEYER L. "J. ROSS DONAHUE" ABRAMS - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 10/19/1994 - HFSID 294814Typed letter signed: "Mike", consisting of 2 pages, dated October 19, 1994. Addressed to "Dear Ann", discussing personal updates and his books, including The Rape of Wrath under the pseudonym J. Ross Donahue.
Price: $280.00
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SIR HENRY W. ACLAND - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 02/21/1874 - HFSID 44407Letter by Henry W. Acland, dated February 21, 1874, is addressed to Dr. John Russell Reynolds, discussing a friend's situation. It includes Acland's signature with a tiny stain and comes with the original envelope addressed by Acland.
Price: $100.00
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ARTHUR S. ADAMS - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 09/21/1973 - HFSID 17625Letter written by Arthur S. Adams in 1973 on his personalized stationery, responding to a recommendation for Justice Louis D. Brandeis' nomination to the Hall of Fame for Great Americans. Autograph letter signed "Arthur S. Adams" in blue ink.
Price: $120.00
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WILLIAM ADAMS - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 10/28/1868 - HFSID 44408Letter signed by William Adams, requesting Dr. R. Reynolds' opinion on a prospective tenant, Mrs. Neil Goen. Signed as "Wm Adams," the letter discusses trustworthiness and is dated October 28, 1868, in London.
Price: $160.00
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LOUIS AGASSIZ - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 12/8 - HFSID 76196Letter signed by Louis Agassiz, acknowledging receipt of a $100 draft in gold. Dated December 8 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, it addresses the Cashier of Granite Bank, expressing acceptance of the draft for future use.
Price: $460.00
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HANS W. AHLMANN - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 04/30/1972 - HFSID 201172Letter from Hans W. Ahlmann, dated April 30, 1972, includes a typed signature of "Hans W. Ahlmann" while answering a previous correspondence. Ahlmann served as President of the International Geographical Union from 1956 to 1960.
Price: $90.00
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BRUCE A. AIKENHEAD - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 11/25/2010 - HFSID 299763Letter signed: "Bruce A. Aikenhead O. C.", consisting of three typed pages dated November 25, 2010, addressed to space memorabilia collector Roger Nees. Aikenhead discusses his career in aerospace, NASA's early projects, and shares collectible items from his collection.
Sale Price $85.00
$100.00
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JEAN-LOUIS-MARC ALIBERT - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 07/25/1823 - HFSID 72717Autograph letter signed by Jean-Louis Alibert, dated July 25, 1825, and addressed to Etienne Geoffroy St. Hilaire. Written in French, it discusses natural history and personal sentiments. Signature marked as "Alib". Includes integral address leaf.
Price: $775.00
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WALTER C. ALVAREZ - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 01/08/1973 - HFSID 273193Letter signed by Walter C. Alvarez, dated January 8, 1973, addressed to "Dear Dr. Rogers." Discussing his medical achievements, including his work on duodenal ulcers and epilepsy, Alvarez mentions his books and contributions to medicine.
Sale Price $175.00
$220.00
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WALTER C. ALVAREZ - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 11/03/1956 - HFSID 273054Letter signed by Walter C. Alvarez, dated November 3, 1956, thanking Leon Gutterman for an award. The letter expresses regret for not being able to attend the ceremony. Alvarez is noted for his medical columns and television appearances.
Price: $160.00
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CHRISTIAN B. ANFINSEN - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 01/13/1976 - HFSID 312879Letter signed by Christian Anfinsen, stating he cannot assist with a project and recommending the book "The Meaning of Evolution". Dated January 13, 1976, and typed with his signature "Chris Anfinsen".
Price: $180.00
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CHRISTIAN B. ANFINSEN - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 11/16/1982 - HFSID 59077Typed letter signed by Christian Anfinsen, dated November 16, 1982, on Johns Hopkins University letterhead. Addressed to a high school science teacher, discussing a signed first day cover from Stanford Moore. Anfinsen won the 1972 Nobel Prize in Chemistry.
Sale Price $150.00
$180.00
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SIR WILLIAM ARBUTHNOT-LANE - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 08/06/1920 - HFSID 287861Letter signed by William Arbuthnot Lane, expressing gratitude for paintings from Mrs. Eastwood. Dated from 21 Cavendish Square, it includes a personal message about valuing the artwork. Lane was a noted Scottish surgeon known for his contributions to medical practices.
Price: $320.00
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EDWARD ROBERT ARMSTRONG - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 07/25/1948 - HFSID 291727Letter signed by Edward R. Armstrong, dated June 25, 1948, addressing William Gerhard. In the letter, he mentions an original letter from Louis Bleriot, inviting Gerhard to visit. Armstrong, a pioneer in aviation engineering, proposed floating platforms for airplanes.
Price: $800.00
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WILLIAM WOODS AVERELL - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 05/28/1867 - HFSID 142571Handwritten letter signed by William W. Averell, dated May 20, 1867, on U.S. Consulate General letterhead. The letter begins with, "I have the honor to acknowledge your letter of the 24th..." Averell served as a Civil War Union officer and consul general.
Price: $460.00
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CHARLES BABBAGE - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 6/11 - HFSID 41112Letter by Charles Babbage, signed as C Babbage, dated June 11 from Manchester. Expressing pleasure in seeing Miss Manwaring at his party and commenting on the weather for the Horticultural Exhibitions. Babbage is known as the "Father of Computing."
Price: $2,500.00
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ALEXANDER D. BACHE - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 02/04/1860 - HFSID 344459Letter signed by Alexander Dallas Bache, dated February 4, 1860, addressing a fellow researcher about Northern Pacific tribes and mentioning Professor Henry of the Smithsonian Institution. Autograph appears as "A.D. Bache" in black ink.
Sale Price $215.00
$260.00
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ALEXANDER D. BACHE - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 04/05/1849 - HFSID 87741Letter signed by Alexander D. Bache, written on April 5, 1849, while serving as superintendent of the U.S. Coast Survey. Addressed to Hon. George P. Marsh, discussing political matters concerning Maryland's Senate appointment. Signed as "A.D. Bache".
Sale Price $215.00
$260.00
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ALEXANDER D. BACHE - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 10/08/1844 - HFSID 174518Letter signed by Alexander D. Bache, dated October 8, 1844, expressing condolences to Hon. Joseph Grinnell. Including integral leaf addressed by Bache, the letter discusses Bache's upcoming travel plans and his obligations. Minor stains and pencil notations present.
Price: $360.00
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EDWARD BALLARD - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 44409Letter. Scarce autograph letter signed by Edward Ballard, addressed to Dr. John Russell Reynolds, reminding him to meet at the Home Office at 2 pm tomorrow. Ballard, a physician, contributed to books on materia medica and therapeutics.
Sale Price $165.00
$200.00
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DON BANKS - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 08/01/1992 - HFSID 221418Letter signed by Don Banks, an engineer involved in developing the Patriot Missile, dated August 1, 1992. The letter discusses his work and references an article in Reader's Digest. It is typed and signed in blue ink.
Price: $220.00
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PETER BARLOW - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 03/26/1833 - HFSID 71887Letter signed by Peter Barlow, dated May 21, 1828, includes a detailed diagram of a magnet arrangement. Addressed to Captain Beaufort RN/Manchester Street/Manchester Square, it discusses experiments with magnets and Barlow's contributions to rectifying compass errors.
Sale Price $485.00
$575.00
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SIR THOMAS BARLOW - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 05/13 - HFSID 287867Autograph letter signed: "T Barlow", written on personal letterhead, informs a woman of no available consultation openings during the week, except for Saturday. Addressed to "Dear Madam", it reflects Sir Thomas Barlow's professional status as Royal Physician.
Price: $220.00
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SIR THOMAS BARLOW - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 10/30/1898 - HFSID 287868Autograph letter signed: "T Barlow", dated October 30, 1898, acknowledges receipt of a check. Addressed to "Dear Mr. Duffarn", it expresses gratitude for the cheque received. Barlow was a notable Royal Physician to Queen Victoria and others.
Price: $220.00
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RALPH S. BARNABY - TYPED LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 269154Letter signed by Ralph S. Barnaby, dated March 3, 1971, on personal letterhead. In the letter, he mentions enclosing a self-portrait pen-and-ink sketch, which he autographed. He also references his book, How to Make and Fly Paper Airplanes.
Price: $200.00
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HENRY A. BARNES - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 01/10/1968 - HFSID 31692Typed letter signed by Henry A Barnes discusses traffic management challenges in response to a suggestion. Dated January 10, 1968, it reflects his expertise as a traffic commissioner and innovator in traffic control systems.
Sale Price $85.00
$100.00
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HENRY A. BARNES - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 01/11/1968 - HFSID 31482Letter signed by Henry A. Barnes, dated January 11, 1968, expresses gratitude for a clipping from New Yorker. In part, he mentions appreciating the thoughtful gift and finding the article interesting. Barnes was a notable traffic engineer and commissioner.
Sale Price $85.00
$100.00
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HENRY A. BARNES - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 01/18/1967 - HFSID 31481Typed letter signed: "Henry A Barnes", dated January 18, 1967, expresses gratitude to a fan for her praise of his autobiography, The Man With the Red and Green Eyes, mentioning her enjoyment of his insights on traffic engineering.
Price: $120.00
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HENRY A. BARNES - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 11/18/1966 - HFSID 17661Letter dated 1966, signed by "Henry A Barnes", responding to a request for autographed photographs. Mentioning appreciation for kind remarks, the letter states he is enclosing two autographed photographs. Barnes was a notable traffic engineer and commissioner.
Price: $120.00
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MARTIN W. BARR - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 01/05/1907 - HFSID 311664Autograph letter signed: "Martin W. Barr" in black ink, dated January 5, 1907. Expressing regret for not meeting an associate due to crowd anxiety, Barr mentions attempts to connect and hopes to reschedule. He is known for controversial practices in mental health.
Price: $280.00