John D. Long Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
JOHN D. LONG
Born: October 27, 1838 in Buckfield, Maine
Died: August 28, 1915 in Hingham, Massachusetts
Biography
John Davis Long (1838-1915) followed his terms in the state legislature (1875-1878) with service as Lieutenant Governor (1879) and Governor (1880-1882) of Massachusetts, then went to Washington as a U.S. Representative (1883-1889). He was Secretary of the Navy under Presidents McKinley and Theodore Roosevelt (1897-1902). A capable Secretary, Long helped prepare the US Navy for its success in the Spanish-American War and its further expansion under President Roosevelt.
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JOHN D. LONG - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 2930Signature from John D. Long, marked as "John D. Long/Speaker", served as Speaker of the Massachusetts House of Representatives. Long's political career includes roles as Lieutenant Governor, Governor, and Secretary of the Navy under Presidents McKinley and Theodore Roosevelt.Price: $160.00
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JOHN D. LONG - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 87181Signature of John D. Long, a former Massachusetts Governor and Secretary of the Navy, is included with the inscription "John D. Long/Hingham, Mass.". Long served from 1897 to 1902, contributing to the Navy's preparation for the Spanish-American War.
Sale Price $135.00
$160.00
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JOHN D. LONG - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 02/08/1889 - HFSID 13778Autograph letter signed: "John D. Long" as U.S. Representative, dated February 8, 1887, on personal Congressional letterhead. Addressed to "Jos. P. Fisher, Esq.", discussing support for the Young Republicans and the Republican Party's future.
Price: $360.00
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JOHN D. LONG - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 04/21/1882 - HFSID 321215Autograph letter signed by John D. Long, dated April 21, 1882, on official Massachusetts Executive Department letterhead. Expressing regret over forgetting to send a manuscript, he mentions possibly throwing it away, and invites the recipient to discuss a lecture.
Price: $320.00
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JOHN D. LONG - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 05/27/1886 - HFSID 26364Autograph letter signed: "John D. Long", written on letterhead of the US House of Representatives, is declining an invitation to lecture in Worcester, Massachusetts, dated May 27, 1886. Long expresses regret due to prior engagements in his message.
Sale Price $250.00
$320.00
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JOHN D. LONG - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 12/21/1910 - HFSID 320334Letter apologizing for misidentifying a portrait at Derby Academy, signed "John D. Long". Dated December 21, 1910, it addresses "Mr. N. O. Tilsbin" and clarifies the portrait's subject. Written on personal letterhead.
Sale Price $250.00
$320.00
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JOHN D. LONG - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 12/31/1888 - HFSID 315300Autograph letter signed: "John D. Long", dated December 31, 1888, on law firm stationery, expressing regrets for not attending a Republican Lincoln Day dinner. Addressed to R. D. Berwick, it conveys appreciation and best wishes.
Sale Price $250.00
$320.00
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JOHN D. LONG - AUTOGRAPH SENTIMENT SIGNED 07/07/1898 - HFSID 49331Card signed by John D. Long includes an autograph sentiment reading "Very truly yours/John D. Long/Secretary of the Navy/July 7:98". Long served as Secretary of the Navy from 1897 to 1902, aiding in preparations for the Spanish-American War.
Sale Price $175.00
$220.00
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JOHN D. LONG - AUTOGRAPH SENTIMENT SIGNED 07/07/1898 - HFSID 49332Signature from John D. Long, dated July 7, 1898, as Secretary of the Navy, includes the sentiment "Very truly yours/John D. Long/Secretary of the Navy/July 7:98" on a card. Long served during the Spanish-American War, enhancing naval preparedness.
Price: $220.00
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JOHN D. LONG - MANUSCRIPT LETTER SIGNED 01/21/1887 - HFSID 13841Manuscript letter signed "John D. Long" as U.S. Representative, dated January 21, 1887, on Congressional letterhead. Long expresses regret for not attending a dinner invitation, citing his duties. The letter is addressed to James P. Foster, New York.
Price: $340.00
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JOHN D. LONG - POEM SIGNED - HFSID 26363Typed poem titled "Charade for the Transcript" signed "John D. Long". It includes a verse referencing a discoverer and Whittier's work. Long served in various governmental roles, including Governor of Massachusetts and Secretary of the Navy.
Price: $320.00
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JOHN D. LONG - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 03/16/1900 - HFSID 291713Typed letter signed "John D. Long" as Secretary of the Navy, dated March 16, 1900, discussing pending Navy legislation. Addressed to T. W. Arms and W. R. Pattison, it includes initialing by "E.M.T." and is on official letterhead.
Price: $500.00
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JOHN D. LONG - TYPED LETTER SIGNED 10/22/1898 - HFSID 317294Typed letter signed: "John D. Long" as Secretary of the Navy, dated October 22, 1898, declining an invitation to a banquet. Addressed to Judge Willard Bartlett, it expresses regrets and explains the demands on his time.
Price: $480.00
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MAJOR GENERAL NATHANIEL P. BANKS - DOCUMENT SIGNED CIRCA 1893 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 283569Page signed by Nathaniel P. Banks and fourteen Bay State Republicans, casting Electoral Votes for Benjamin Harrison in 1892. Signatures include "John D. Long", "Joseph Griswold", and others, titled "Autographs of the Electoral College of Massachusetts 1893".
Price: $1,400.00
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PRESIDENT WILLIAM McKINLEY - NAVAL APPOINTMENT SIGNED 10/20/1897 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 5833Naval appointment document signed by William McKinley as President and John D. Long as Secretary of the Navy, promoting Robert C. Schenck to Assistant Paymaster in the Navy. Dated October 20, 1897, with naval vignettes and a blue seal.
Price: $2,450.00
