GROVE, Edward R (?-2002)Biblio.com
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26438More than 200 stamps from Cuba Haiti Paraguay Philippines Bolivia and Panama bear designs from this prolific and talented engraver medalist sculptor and artist along with currencies from Sudan Viet Nam Laos and Indonesia; he designed the 1954 U.S. 4-cent air mail stamp and while sculptor-engraver at the U.S. Mint he created the verso of the commemorative 1962 Martha Washington dime a gold Congressional Medal and more. ALS 1p 7¼" X 10½" West Palm Beach FL 1970 April 13. Addressed to Paul Johnston. Near fine. On his "Sea Lake Studio" letterhead the renowned artist pens in his handsome calligraphic hand in black fineline this superb content letter to an admirer discussing his career. In part: ".very pleasant to hear about the 1954 design being regarded as effective after all these years. This was my only accepted stamp design -- was runner-up for the West Va. Centennial -- and then they ignored the winner after all. Also competed in competition for the Gettysburg Cent. and the American Dental Ass'n Centennial. Had left the Bureau of Engraving in Wash. where I had engraved all or parts of nine stamps in 1947 for private employment w/a banknote co. in Phila where I had opportunity of working on several hundred during next 15 years. Will enclose a brochure which describes a new career I began in 1962. My wife is a sculptor. & our two sons. are both in the art field." Couldn't-be-finer contents! Aforementioned brochure also present. unknown
15023Two of the eight children of Emperor Charles I of the Austro-Hungarian empire the last Austrian Kaiser and his wife Princess Zita of Bourbon-Parma who went into self-exile in 1919; Otto lived throughout Europe and the U.S. in exile and became an outspoken pan-European advocate; Felix did likewise and spent much of his life in Mexico. Pair of choice signatures each on a heavy stock 5" X 3" card Mexico City for Felix 1979 March 23 and 1979 March 16 respectively. Both fine and with original envelopes. Unusual. unknown
14321Prolific music writer author of "Civilization and Music" and "Musical Novels" and editor of "Musical Gazette." ALS 1p 5" X 8" New York NY 1864 December 16. Addressed to J.P. Snell. Very good. Minor binding traces along left edge. Gracious attempt to help an early collector of music autographs: "I will see what I can do for you with regard to the matter you mention; but you must give me time and have patience." Adds a postscript: "I just came across with one of Charles Grobe's letters which I enclose. unknown
19849Under Hamey's management 1961-63 the New York Yankees won two World Championships and three American LEague pennants. Partly-printed ADS 1p 6¼" X 3" New York NY 1961 October 26. Very good. Check drawn on the Bankers Trust Company entirely filled out in Hamey's hand to Harry S. Stockwell for $10.50 and boldly signed. Perforated cancellation does not affect signature. Handsome and unusual. unknown
31166American stage and film actor renowned as Cyrano de Bergerac and for Shakespearian roles; his films include "The Hunchback of Notre Dame" 1939 "The Adventures of Mark Twain" 1944 "All About Eve" 1950 "Sabrina" 1954 and "The Prodigal" 1955. ALS 1p 8½" X 11" St. Louis MO 1922 March 4. Addressed to Mrs. Byrd Raikes Fuqua a California dude ranch owner. Very good. On pale grey "Tour of / Walter Hampden / SEASON of 1921-22" letterhead Hampden thanks as admirer adding "I feel quite satisfied with the progress we have made on our first appearances in St. Louis and shall return again and again." A quite attractive letter. With original envelope addressed in Hampden's hand. unknown
16254Powerful owner/editor of the "North American Review" 1899-1926; president of Harper & Brothers 1900-15; his influence helped earn Woodrow Wilson the New Jersey governorship then the presidency; his support likewise helped Harding earn the nomination. TLS 1p 5½" X 7½" New York NY 1912 February 21. Addressed to George Ade 1866-1944 the Hoosier humorist and playwright. Near fine. "Some days ago I ventured to send you an invitation to a dinner to Mr. Howells. it has occurred to me that possibly the invitation went astray. I would be gratified to receive word from you." The Howells referred to was almost certainly novelist William Dean Howells. This followup letter Ade certainly answered for his huge "ans" for "answered" is pencilled boldly in his distinctive hand at the upper left corner. unknown
31968Copper boom town Butte Montana notorious as a lawless town filled with bars and brothels began to turn around when this noted Butte merchant a progressive Republican was elected mayor in 1935 until 1941 and proclaimed in his inaugural address "It is doubtful if any city is in a more deplorable physical and financial condition" and set about to clean up the town. TNS 1p 8½" X 11" Butte MT 1940 August 2. Addressed to Samuel Tuzzo. Very good. On "City of Butte" letterhead noting "Office of Mayor" Hauswirth writes "It is with pleasure that I add my name to your list of signatures." He signs in full in bold green ink. Fun bit of unusual Old West history. unknown
31385This American businessman founded the groundbreaking "Parents' Magazine" in 1926 and ran it until 1978 popularizing scientific findings to aid home child development; he's also legendary among comic book aficionados for founding "True Comics" in 1941. TNS 1p 8½" X 11" New York NY 1956 January 11. Addressed to Mr. and Mrs. Bruno J. Gianetti. Good plus. mildly age toned mainly about the edges; some tape stains on verso bleed through slightly not affecting text. Cordial "I am more than glad to send you the enclosed photograph of myself for the 'book of Georges' you are making for your young son." Boldly signed in blue fountain pen. Also present is the aforementioned IPS 8" X 10" n.p. 1956 January. Near fine. Handsome heavy stock matte finish head-and-shoulders portrait of a silver-haired Hecht in pinstriped suit and tie nicely signed and inscribed by him in a light portion at lower right: "To / George Gianetti / with the best / wishes of / George J. Hecht / Publisher of / Parents' / Magazine / Jan. '56." An unusual pair. unknown
19421Renowned and prolific caricaturist whose inimitable style captured hundreds of actors in the pages of the "New York Times" from 1929 until his death. PS 1p 4½" X 7½" n.p. n.d. ca. late 1980s. Near fine. Full-page illustration verso of text page 51 from John Mason Brown's "Insides Out: Being the Saga of a Drama Critic Who Attended His Own Opening" the London: Herbert Jenkins Limited edition ca. 1942 an operating room scene in which the patient looks backward up at the angled mirror on the wall and proclaims "Great God! Look at me up there on the wall!" Signed nicely by the artist simply "Hirschfeld" as usual at lower right in his usual black fineline. unknown
40775The Republican politician from New York served that state in Congress 1877-87 and as senator 1887-93. ANS 1p 5" X 7½" New York NY 1889 October 25. Addressed to Mrs. Barker. Very good. Faintly age toned. On letterhead of "Office of Morton Bliss & Co." Hiscock fulfills some unnamed request: "I acknowledge the honor of your request and comply with great pleasure." Boldly penned in brown ink. Quite strange that the seated U.S. Senator would be writing on letterhead of this banking firm founded by the man who in 1887 Hiscock defeated in the caucus for the New York senate seat -- former representative and ambassador and then- current vice president Levi P. Morton. Odd that -- and the significance if any is unclear. unknown
31733One of only two mayors of New York City 1866-68 to be elected that state's governor 1869-72 this politician's association with corrupt William Tweed and Tammany Hall ruined his political career. ALS 2pp 5" X 8" New York NY 1872 August 7. Addressed to Richard Lathers 1821-1903 prominent Charleston and later New York commission merchant banker diplomat insurance and railroad executive. Near fine. Cordial note to a friend: "I am on my way to your family at Newport and will go with them to White Mountains. I cannot hope to accept your kind offer this Summer unless perhaps for a single day when I can stop over on going between Albany and Newport. I read your speech this morning with great pleasure." Boldly penned in Hoffman's large ornate script in brown ink. An attractive example. unknown
24332The noted physicist and mathematician collaborated with Albert Einstein on the classic "Gravitational Equations and the Problem of Motion" while at Princeton's Institute for Advanced Study then in 1972 co-authored the biography "Albert Einstein: Creator and Rebel" with Einstein's secretary Helen Dukas; from 1937 through the late 1970s he taught at Queens College. Signed First Day Cover 6½" X 3½" cancelled in Princeton New Jersey on 4 March 1979 and with "First Day of Issue" boldly stamped. Single 15-cent "Einstein" stamp at upper right. Along the left side vertically Hoffmann signs boldly in black ballpoint. With small portion of original transmittal envelope. unknown
20939This influential naval engineer and engineering educator served as professor of mechanical engineering at Harvard and as dean of the Harvard University School of Engineering 1893-1913 then as president of Worcester Polytechnic Institute 1913-25. TNS 1p 8½" X 7¼" Worcester MA 1924 June 13. Addressed to the president of Massachusetts Institute of Technology noted physicist Samuel W. Stratton 1861-1931. Near fine. On Worcester Polytechnic Institute letterhead Hollis simply notes "Thank you for your letter giving me the name of Dr. Bowman as a reference for Dr. Brown." Bold attractive signature. unknown
23209Known as "Chautauqua Bill" this Cleveland mover-and-shaker was an American politician who served as Cleveland's first city manager 1924-29 in which capacity he wielded great power and envisioned the then-radical idea of a city airport -- now named in his honor the Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. Bold attractive signature in black fountain pen heavy stock 4" X 2¼" card n.p. n.y. Near fine. Unusual. unknown
19609506Kingston RI: University of Rhode Island 1960. Mimeographed 14pp typescript rectos only 4to staple holes at upper left. Near fine. Horn gave this lovely address as president of the University of Rhode Island before the Rhode Island General Assembly on February 12th Lincoln's birthday. Accompanied by a Typed Letter Signed from him 1p 5½" X 8½" Kingston RI 1960 February 23. Addressed to Arnold Gates 1914-93 noted Lincoln and Civil War scholar. Fine. "I am sending you my address on Lincoln at the request of Charles O'Neill" writes Horn. ".He is particularly interested in the paragraph at the bottom of page 3. I am hoping that the Rhode Island legislature will take action on my suggestion." Which consists of: "Lincoln's two addresses in Rhode Island are of such significance in our history that I hope the State will both commemorate the occasions with some ceremony on the centennial anniversary and mark with a suitable plaque or monument the places where these historic addresses were delivered." Signed boldly in full in black ink. Horn 1908-99 was an educator who served as president of this university from 1958 to 1967 and spearheaded many advancements for that institution. Charles O'Neill 1910-97 was an author known in Civil War circles for his "Wild Train: The Story of the Andrews' Raiders." A most unusual and interesting pair. University of Rhode Island unknown
39660This Football Hall of Famer elected 1986 was twice named All-America running back and won the Heisman Trophy in 1956; as a Green Bay Packers star 1957-66 he led the NFL in scoring three times. Large bold signature in blue ballpoint on a special heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. n.y. 11 January 1973 postal cancellation on envelope. Fine. A superb example. Accompanied by an outstanding glossy black-and-white 10" X 8"photograph undated but 1986 a closeup showing Hornung at a podium speaking at his Pro Football Hall of Fame induction ceremony. Fine. A surprisingly uncommon signature and an outstanding image. unknown
31008The uncle of famed financier Howard Hughes was a popular music writer "American Composers" "The Music Lovers' Encyclopedia" etc. who also authored novels poetry and more. ALS 1p 5½" X 7" New York NY 1927 February 4. Fine. On Hotel Elysee letterhead Hughes thanks an admirer "for your flattering interest" and promises to sign and return a book. A bold handsome example accompanied by the original envelope which is addressed in Hughes' hand and also signed. Comes with a 5" X 7" book portrait. unknown
27416This high-power attorney and business executive gave up a $300000 position to accept a $22500 position when he became Eisenhower's treasury secretary 1953-57. Bold signature in blue ballpoint heavy stock 5" X 3" card n.p. 1969 June 17. Fine. With original envelope. Signed only seven months before his death. Accompanied by a superb original black-and-white glossy 1953 news agency photograph International News Photo 9" X 7". Original mimeographed newsprint text sheet present and tipped to verso as issued. Fine image showing Humphrey half-length seated at his desk reaching for the intercom. Titled "New Treasury Secretary at Work" the text reads in part: "Secretary of the Treasury George Humphrey is shown at his desk yesterday as he formally took over the Treasury Department." A choice vintage photograph itself scarce and desireable. unknown
14235Among this American poet's better-known collections is the award-winning "Wind of Time" 1951. ALS 2pp 8½" X 11" Amherst MA 1962 December 12. Addressed to Katherine Bowen. Near fine. Friendly personal content closing with: "I continue to enjoy Amherst very much and am permitted still to look forward to active teaching in 63-4 at least. After that who knows I'd like to keep on until I'm 70 if I can stay competent and healthy." With original envelope addressed in his hand. unknown
35260This wunderkind of educators had already served as dean of Yale Law School when named president of University of Chicago in 1929! With Mortimer J. Adler he introduced the famed "Great Books" program eliminated intercollegiate football and made other radical curriculum changes; he authored many volumes on education issues and served in other influential positions including president of the Center for the Study of Democratic Institutions which he founded in 1969. TNS 1p 7¼" X 10½" Chicago IL 1940 June 28. Addressed to noted Abraham Lincoln and Civil War scholar Arnold F. Gates 1914-93. Near fine. Brief note on "University of Chicago / Office of the President" letterhead thanking Gates "for writing me again and sending me a copy of 'Amberglow'. I am sure the University of Chicago will be glad to welcome you this summer." Boldly signed. Accompanied by a copy of this scarce booklet "Amberglow of Abraham Lincoln and Ann Rutledge" West Leisenring PA: The Griglak Printery 1939 a 15-ppage 16mo pamphglet in prange wrappers. The up-and-coming 25-year-old Lincoln enthusiast self-published this essay in an edition of 300 copies. Good plus. Outer wrappers only a tad soiled and a bit edge-chipped but internally near -- tight and bright. Uncommon. unknown
20662Betty Grable's one-time husband was a brilliant trumpeter and long-time bandleader. IPS 8" X 10" n.p. n.y. ca. 1960. Near fine. Tiny pinhole at each upper corner. Handsome head-and-shoulders portrait in white suite trumpet barely visible inscribed boldly in blue in a light portion to the right of his face: "To / Mr & Mrs / Kerker / From / Harry James." Quite nice. unknown
28702The second Earl and first Marquis of Camden served as lord lieutenant of Ireland 1795-98 secretary of war and twice president of the council; later he was chancellor of Cambridge University. Free-franked front portion of envelope 5" X 3½" Leven Oaks England 1832 January 12. Near fine. Bold red circular postal cancellation. Addressed entirely in Jeffreys' hand and signed simply "Camden" at lower left. A handsome piece. unknown
40669The son of noted Baptist minister Rev. Horatio G. Gates 1777-1853 was a Pennsylvania attorney and state senator known as an advocate of religious liberty; an antiquarian at heart he long served as foreign corresponding secretary of the Historical Society of Pennsylvania. Partly-printed DS 1p 7 3/4" X 9 3/4" Philadelphia PA 1852 November 8. Very good. Strong original folds not weakened; mounting traces on verso. Attractive partly-printed document with large circular seal of this organization at top. Notifies Major G.H. Crossman that at the organization's November 8th meeting he was named an honorary member. Blank portions filled in by Jones in brown ink with his bold interesting script. Large bold signature at the close. unknown
38058This much-decorated Knight's Cross recipient was a major in the German army during World War Two and as commander of Panzer-Abteilung 503 he took part in the invasion of Poland the battle of France and other important engagements. PS 3½" X 5" n.p. n.y. Fine. Modern reproduction of a WW2-era head-and-shoulders closeup of Kageneck in uniform wearing his Knight's Cross signed boldly by him in black ballpoint on the blank lower margin. Uncommon. unknown
25221The 1960 4-cent "John Foster Dulles" postage stamp designed by William K. Schrage uses a portrait taken by this State Department photographer who retired at an early age when he began to lose his eyesight and died at a young age. Signed Postal Cover 6½" X 3½" n.p. n.y. Single mint "John Foster Dulles" stamp at upper right. At the center in black ballpoint Keith signs boldly. Original transmittal envelope also signed by Keith at upper left with return address in his hand also present -- cancelled in Washington DC on 1971 July 26 just a few months shy of Keith's death in November 1971. A most uncommon signature on a choice piece. unknown
