Alfred E. Smith Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
ALFRED E. SMITH
Born: December 30, 1873 in New York City, New York
Died: October 04, 1944 in New York City, New York
Alfred E. Smith (1873-1944), a vigorous reformer as Governor of New York (1919-1920, 1923-1928), was first suggested as a presidential possibility in 1920. His supporters were more numerous in 1924, when his name was placed in nomination by Franklin D. Roosevelt, who dubbed him the "happy warrior". Al Smith lost the nomination to John W. Davis on the 103rd ballot. As a candidate for the Democratic presidential nomination in 1928, he had no serious opposition and was nominated on the first ballot. In so doing, Smith became the first Roman Catholic presidential nominee of a major party. In the election, he was defeated by Herbert Hoover, winning only eight states and losing New York. After leaving politics, Smith became President of Empire State, Inc., the corporation that erected and operated the Empire State Building. Although he gave belated support to Franklin D. Roosevelt in the 1932 presidential election, Smith soon broke with his old friend and supported Republicans Landon in 1936 and Willkie in 1940. A forceful opponent to Roosevelt's New Deal, Smith died a month before the 1944 election at the age of 70.
1927-Faith-of-Millions (in person), 1998-The-Irish-in-America:-Long-Journey-Home (Other), 1931-Some-Opinions-on-Hoover-Board's-Dry-Law-Report (in person), 1924-Five-Minutes-with-Al-Smith (in person), 1919-The-Volcano (in person), 1999-New-York:-A-Documentary-Film (Other), 2011-Prohibition (Other), 1956-Project-XX (Other), 1956-I-Never-Forget-a-Face (Sound), 2002-Horizon (in person), 1956-I-Never-Forget-a-Face (Other)
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ALFRED E. SMITH - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 101711Smith's signature clipped from a typed letter or document. Signature: "Alfred Smith", 4x2 piece of paper. Alfred E. Smith (1873-1944), a vigorous reformer as Governor of New York (1919-1920, 1923-1928), was first suggested as a presidential possibility in 1920.
Price: $90.00
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ALFRED E. SMITH - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 320347Signature of the New York Governor, the Catholic Presidential candidate of a major party Signature: "Alfred E. Smith", 3½x2½. Alfred E.
Price: $90.00
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ALFRED E. SMITH - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED - HFSID 3690Yellow album leaf signed "with best wishes of" Alfred E Smith. Autograph note signed: "To Joe/with best wishes of/Alfred E Smith", 4x6 fabric-textured album leaf with rounded lower right corner. Alfred E.
Price: $120.00
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ALFRED E. SMITH - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 2748Sepia-toned publicity photo of Smith from the waist up in a three-piece suit and holding his glasses Photograph inscribed and signed: "To John L. Baukherd/with best wishes of/Alfred E. Smith".
Sale Price $315.00
$380.00
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ALFRED E. SMITH - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 164742Sepia-toned 11x13 publicity photograph of Alfred E. Smith in profile wearing a suit, tie and hat. Photograph inscribed and signed: "To Charley and Mrs. Hand with affectionate regards of/Al Smith". B/w sepia-toned, 11x13 overall, image 9x11¼ (one surface). Alfred E.
Price: $550.00
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ALFRED E. SMITH - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 259179Sepia-toned publicity photo of Smith from the waist up in a three-piece suit and holding his glasses Photograph inscribed and signed: "To Herbert C Samuel/with best wishes of/Alfred E. Smith".
Price: $480.00
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ALFRED E. SMITH - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED CHECK 01/10/1920 - HFSID 5324Smith signed this check in 1920 as Governor of New York to pay George J. Koller $5 and to "charge same to Pay Refund, Spanish War." Check signed: "Alfred E. Smith" as Governor of New York. 9x3½ with perforated top, left and bottom edges. Albany, New York, 1920 January 10.
Price: $300.00
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ALFRED E. SMITH - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED CHECK 01/10/1920 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 2142Smith signed this check in 1920 as Governor of New York to pay Francis J. Casey $9 and to "charge same to Pay Refund, Spanish War." Check signed: "Alfred E. Smith" as Governor of New York. 9x3½ with perforated top, left and bottom edges. Jan.10, 1920. Check no.
Price: $650.00
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ALFRED E. SMITH - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 5323Black and white publicity photograph from Pack Brothers of New York of Smith from the chest up in a dark jacket and polka-dot bowtie Photograph signed: "Alfred E. Smith". B/w, 8x9¾ overall, image 7½x8½ (one surface). Photo by Pack Brothers of New York. Alfred E.
Price: $300.00
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ALFRED E. SMITH - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 253690Sepia-toned bust photo of Smith in a pinstriped jacket and bowtie Photograph signed: "Alfred E. Smith". Sepia-toned, 7½x9½ overall, image 7x9¼ (one surface mounted on "quality cardboard" of the same size). Alfred E.
Price: $400.00
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ALFRED E. SMITH - CLIPPED SIGNATURE - HFSID 310984Clipped signature of "the happy warrior" Signature: "Alfred E. Smith", 3½x1½. Alfred E. Smith (1873-1944), a vigorous reformer as Governor of New York (1919-1920, 1923-1928), was first suggested as a presidential possibility in 1920.
Sale Price $85.00
$100.00
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ALFRED E. SMITH - DOCUMENT SIGNED 10/06/1925 - HFSID 3997Smith signed this document as New York's governor in 1925 to designate Timothy Murray of Yonkers, New York as the state's delegate at the National Tax Association.
Price: $320.00
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ALFRED E. SMITH - ENVELOPE SIGNED CIRCA 1936 - HFSID 310985The 1928 Democratic Presidential nominee, turned FDR critic, signs an envelope postmarked in 1936. Envelope signed: "Alfred E. Smith", 5½x3½. Envelope bearing typed address of Lee V.
Price: $140.00
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ALFRED E. SMITH - EPHEMERA SIGNED CIRCA 1934 - HFSID 176010This fascinating piece is a circle of purple cloth, which may have been intended as a panel for a quilt, which was signed by Smith. It's dated 1934, the year he became a leader of the American Liberty League, which led opposition to FDR's New Deal.
Price: $120.00
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ALFRED E. SMITH - INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH MOUNT SIGNED - HFSID 2749Mounted b/w bust illustration of Smith by Shayahay, signed "with best wishes of" Smith on mount Photograph mount inscribed and signed: "To Freddie Stuart/with best wishes of Alfred Smith". B/w 5x7¾ photo, mounted to 7¾x9¾ sheet of cardboard (two surfaces).
Sale Price $315.00
$380.00
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ALFRED E. SMITH - MILITARY APPOINTMENT SIGNED 04/11/1923 - HFSID 23619Smith signed this document as New York's governor in 1925 to designate Timothy Murray of Yonkers, New York as the state's delegate at the National Tax Association.
Price: $375.00
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ALFRED E. SMITH - PRINTED CARD SIGNED IN INK - HFSID 54064Gilt-embossed card from the Executive Mansion in Albany, New York, signed by Smith Printed Card Signed in Ink: "Alfred Smith", 4½x3 card with gilt-colored embossed Seal of the State of New York in upper left corner. Captioned: "State of New York/Executive Mansion/Albany".
Price: $140.00
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ALFRED E. SMITH - PRINTED CARD SIGNED IN INK - HFSID 289980Signed on his card as Governor of New York Printed Card signed in ink: "Alfred E. Smith", 5x3¼. Printed card bearing an imprinted seal and the printed caption: State of New York/Executive Mansion/Albany. Alfred E.
Sale Price $115.00
$140.00
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ALFRED E. SMITH - PRINTED CARD SIGNED IN INK - HFSID 320814A card identifying Smith as the Former Governor of New York Printed card signed in ink: "Alfred E. Smith", in blue ink, 6¼x3¼. Alfred E.
Sale Price $85.00
$100.00
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ALFRED E. SMITH - PROCLAMATION SIGNED 08/03/1923 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 101313Signed copy of a 1923 proclamation on the death of President Warren G. Harding, who died when Smith was Governor of New York. Typed document signed "Alfred E. Smith" as Governor of New York and "George R.…"
Sale Price $595.00
$700.00
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ALFRED E. SMITH - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 03/11/1942 - HFSID 42541Smith signed this typed letter to theatre producer William A. Brady - or "Uncle Bill" - as president of Empire State, Inc. in 1942. In it, he thanked Brady for tickets and added "We both enjoyed the play very much. I must say that the lovely lady is still very strong in the ring.…"
Price: $300.00
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ALFRED E. SMITH - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 04/28/1931 - HFSID 262847Smith signed this typed letter to H. P. Howell, president of The Commercial National Bank and Trust Company of New York, as chairman of the County Trust Company of New York in 1931.
Sale Price $225.00
$275.00
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ALFRED E. SMITH - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 05/10/1928 - HFSID 310970The politician signs his name on a letter to an associate, thanking him for his kind words. Typed letter signed: "Alfred Smith", in black ink, 1 page, 8x10½. State of New York. Executive Chamber. Albany. May 10, 1928. In full: "Dear Mr.…"
Sale Price $215.00
$250.00
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ALFRED E. SMITH - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 05/26/1933 - HFSID 87141Smith signed this typed letter to Edward S. Albright of New York City as president of Empire State, Inc. in 1933. In it, he thanked Albright for a letter and photographs. Typed letter signed: "Al Smith" as president of the Empire State, Inc.
Price: $250.00
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ALFRED E. SMITH - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 11/20/1930 - HFSID 310973The politician signs his name on a letter to an associate, thanking him for his kind words. Typed letter signed: "Alfred Smith", in black ink, 1 page, 8x10½. Alfred E. Smith. New York City. November 20, 1930. In full: "My dear Mr.…"
Price: $275.00
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PRESIDENT CALVIN COOLIDGE - AUTOGRAPH WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 285011Forty-six signatures of famous persons from politics, entertainment and the arts, collected in a Waterman's Autograph Album from 1932 as part of a national contest Autograph Album signed: [Explanatory ink notes (unknown hand) are written here in brackets.] "Daniel C.…"
Price: $3,250.00