Robert J. Burdette Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
ROBERT J. BURDETTE
Born: July 30, 1844 in Greensboro, Pennsylvania
Died: November 19, 1914 in Pasadena, California
Biography
Robert J. Burdette (1844-1914) wrote columns for the Burlington Hawkeye, and later the Brooklyn Daily Eagle, which were reprinted in newspapers across America. His humor extended to poems ("My First Cigar"), and his popular lectures included the topic "The Rise and Fall of the Mustache." In the 1890s, he became a Baptist minister.
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ROBERT J. BURDETTE - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 190536Signature by Robert J. Burdette includes "Robt. J. Burdette/"Hawkeye"/Burlington, Iowa", highlighting his work for the Burlington Hawkeye. Burdette, a humorous essayist and lecturer, wrote columns reprinted nationwide and became a Baptist minister in the 1890s.Sale Price $115.00
$140.00
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ROBERT J. BURDETTE - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 198014Signature from Robert J. Burdette includes the inscription "Robt. J. Burdette/Burlington Hawkeye" in black ink. Burdette, a humorous essayist and lecturer, wrote for the Burlington Hawkeye and other newspapers, gaining popularity across America.
Sale Price $135.00
$160.00
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ROBERT J. BURDETTE - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 297500Signature of Robert J. Burdette, the humorous writer, is affixed to a larger sheet. It includes handwritten notes and a drawing by unidentified signers. Burdette was known for his columns and lectures, contributing humor to numerous publications.
Price: $100.00
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ROBERT J. BURDETTE - AUTOGRAPH 08/05/1898 - HFSID 2935Signature by Robert J. Burdette, dated 1898, is written while he is in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. Inscription reads "Robert J. Burdette/Bryn Mawr/Pa/August 5 1898". Burdette was a noted essayist and lecturer, known for his humorous writings.
Price: $160.00
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ROBERT J. BURDETTE - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 05/19/1885 - HFSID 297856Autograph letter signed: "Robt. J. Burdette", dated May 19, 1885, humorously addressing "My dear Joy" and mentioning a modest autograph intended for display. Robert J. Burdette was a noted humorist, essayist, and lecturer, contributing to various newspapers.
Price: $360.00
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ROBERT J. BURDETTE - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 05/24/1884 - HFSID 198013Letter from Robert J. Burdette, humorist, quoting Proverbs 17:22 and stating, "I don't think I can improve on the sentiment." Signed as "Robt. J Burdette", dated May 24, 1884, from Ardmore, Pennsylvania.
Sale Price $250.00
$320.00
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ROBERT J. BURDETTE - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED - HFSID 79506Note signed by Robert J. Burdette, written to a young man, expressing fellowship in the craft. Signed as "Reformed humorist," it reflects his work as a humorous essayist and Baptist minister, making it an extremely rare piece.
Price: $200.00
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ROBERT J. BURDETTE - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED 01/06/1896 - HFSID 79507Note signed by Robert J. Burdette, dated January 6, 1896, extending New Year wishes. Includes the message, "Wishing you the happiest of all Happy New Years - Cordially yours". Burdette was a humorous essayist and lecturer who later became a Baptist minister.
Sale Price $165.00
$200.00
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ROBERT J. BURDETTE - AUTOGRAPH POEM SIGNED 02/26/1886 - HFSID 27851Poem titled "Renunciation" by Robert J. Burdette, dated February 26, 1886, in Ardmore, Pennsylvania, is signed: "Ever yours,/Robert J. Burdette." Burdette was a humorist known for his essays and lectures.
Price: $360.00
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ROBERT J. BURDETTE - AUTOGRAPH SENTIMENT SIGNED 03/13/1889 - HFSID 190117Autograph sentiment signed by Robert J. Burdette reads "Yours very truly,/Robert J. Burdette/Bryn Mawr, Pa./March 13 1889", written in black ink. Burdette was a humorous essayist and Baptist minister known for his popular lectures and writings.
Price: $160.00
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ROBERT J. BURDETTE - RECEIPT SIGNED 08/16/1898 - HFSID 2949Receipt signed by Robert J. Burdette, dated August 16, 1898, documenting an acceptance of a parcel sent to R.M. Smith in Essex, Massachusetts. Burdette, known for his humorous essays and lectures, signs as "Robert J. Burdette" in black ink.
Price: $200.00
