Hudson Maxim Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
HUDSON MAXIM
Born: February 03, 1853 in Southeast Piscataquis, Maine
Died: May 06, 1927 in Landing, New Jersey
Biography
Hudson Maxim (1853-1927), began his career in armaments and explosives in his brother Hiram's gun factory in New England. In 1888, he began developing new explosives and by 1890. Maxim invented a new smokeless powder. He helped his brother found a dynamite and powder factory in New Jersey that year: the following year, they parted company. In 1892, he began his own munitions factory in New Jersey, the heart of the United States' manufacturing at that time, where he developed a smokeless cannon powder. Maxim sold his company to E.I. DuPont de Nemours & Company in 1897: however, he remained as a consulting engineer. Later accomplishments include shock resistant torpedoes, delayed-action fuses and a propulsion substance for torpedoes. These inventions greatly aided the Allied effort in World War I.
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HUDSON MAXIM - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 28153Paper signed by Hudson Maxim, showing the signature "Hudson Maxim". Maxim, known for his innovations in explosives and munitions, made significant contributions to military technology during World War I. The item has irregular edges and a fold crease.Sale Price $175.00
$220.00
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HUDSON MAXIM - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 85449Hudson Maxim's signature, reading "Hudson Maxim", is featured on this item. Maxim is known for developing new explosives and contributing to armaments during World War I. He founded his own munitions factory and later sold it to E.I. DuPont de Nemours & Company.
Sale Price $825.00
$975.00
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HUDSON MAXIM - AUTOGRAPH 05/28/1904 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 217959Card signed by Hudson Maxim on May 28, 1904, reading "Compliments/Hudson Maxim/New York/May 28 1904", and by Thomas Wentworth Higginson on verso, stating "For Mrs. Mary L. Kearney/Thomas Wentworth Higginson/Cambridge, Mass./Jan. 31, 1905".
Sale Price $225.00
$320.00
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HUDSON MAXIM - AUTOGRAPH 11/04/1920 - HFSID 18121Card signed by Hudson Maxim in black ink, reading "With/Compliments and/Best Wishes/Hudson Maxim/Nov. 4-1920." Maxim was known for his innovations in explosives and munitions, significantly contributing to military technology during World War I.
Sale Price $245.00
$300.00
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HUDSON MAXIM - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED 08/05/1911 - HFSID 3747Autograph note signed by Hudson Maxim, dated August 5, 1911, expresses "With compliments and Best Wishes of To Howes Norris Jr." Maxim is known for developing smokeless powders and contributions to munitions in World War I.
Price: $400.00
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HUDSON MAXIM - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED 08/22/1921 - HFSID 296628Autograph note signed by Hudson Maxim reads, "To C. E. Lawrence/with Compliments/of Hudson Maxim/Aug - 22 - 1921." Maxim, a firearms inventor, developed significant explosives and munitions, contributing to military advancements during World War I.
Sale Price $325.00
$400.00
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HUDSON MAXIM - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH 09/04/1922 - HFSID 51259Photograph of Hudson Maxim looking past his shoulder, inscribed and signed: "To Wm A Temple-/Hudson Maxim/with/Compliments and Best Regards." Maxim was an inventor in explosives, contributing significantly to munitions and the Allied effort in World War I.
Sale Price $595.00
$700.00
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HUDSON MAXIM - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH 10/15/1913 - HFSID 35578Photograph of Hudson Maxim reading a book, inscribed and signed: “To my Friend John F. Tucker-/With admiration and Best Wishes./Oct 15-1913. Hudson Maxim.” Maxim was known for his innovations in explosives and munitions during his career.
Sale Price $595.00
$700.00
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HUDSON MAXIM - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 01/02/1917 - HFSID 18122Typed letter signed by Hudson Maxim expresses regret for not attending the inauguration of Mr. Edge. Dated January 2, 1917, and addressed to Edmund C. Hill, it includes heartfelt wishes for happiness and prosperity in the new year.
Sale Price $325.00
$400.00
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HUDSON MAXIM - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 02/06/1923 - HFSID 266552Typed letter signed by Hudson Maxim expresses regret for missing a meeting on February 20, 1923. Addressed to Edmund C. Hill, the letter discusses his attendance at a convention in Atlanta for the National Campaign for Boll Weevil Control.
Sale Price $325.00
$400.00
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HUDSON MAXIM - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 02/11/1907 - HFSID 279147Typed letter signed: "Hudson Maxim", dated February 11, 1907, invites a Maxwell to a party. Written on personalized stationery, it humorously proposes a gathering to "importune Father Time to slow down." Includes a postscript for R.S.V.P.
Price: $450.00
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HUDSON MAXIM - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 05/19/1917 - HFSID 286438Typed letter signed by Hudson Maxim as Chairman of the Committee on Ordnance and Explosives, dated May 19, 1917, addressed to Elmer Sperry. Discussing the Kee mine-planting device, it notes favorable committee reports and suggested further meetings.
Price: $600.00
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HUDSON MAXIM - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 05/22/1916 - HFSID 292148Letter signed by Hudson Maxim, dated May 22, 1916, addressed to the Brooklyn Eagle, expressing skepticism about a gasoline substitute claimed by Louis Enricht. It includes a typed signature and contains various pencil notations and corrections.
Price: $600.00
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HUDSON MAXIM - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 09/01/1910 - HFSID 279148Typed letter signed "Hudson Maxim" sent to Carl E. Schultze in 1910 on personalized stationery. Accompanying a copy of The Science of Poetry and the Philosophy of Language, the letter discusses the book's significance regarding poetry and scientific treatment.
Price: $500.00
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HUDSON MAXIM - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 11/17/1916 - HFSID 87290Typed letter signed by Hudson Maxim, dated November 17, 1916, addressed to inventor Elmer A. Sperry, discussing Naval Consulting Board membership terms. Maxim outlines arguments against limiting service terms for board members, referencing enclosed correspondence.
Price: $500.00
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HUDSON MAXIM - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 11/19/1913 - HFSID 36521Typed letter signed by Hudson Maxim, dated November 19, 1913, discussing an article on moving pictures addressed to Alexander Black. The letter emphasizes the significance of education through moving pictures, while detailing Maxim's background in explosives and munitions.
Price: $450.00
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HUDSON MAXIM - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 12/17/1913 - HFSID 36542Typed letter signed by Hudson Maxim discusses an article he wrote for Alexander Black, expressing his willingness to help without asking for payment. Dated December 17, 1913, in Brooklyn, New York, it highlights Maxim's contributions to explosives and munitions.
Price: $450.00
