De CORDOVA, Fred (1910-2001)Biblio.com
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41010This American stage and motion picture producer and director worked with everyone from Humphrey Bogart and Ronald Reagan to Audie Murphy and Rock Hudson but it's for producing and directing television's "The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson" 1970-92 that he will always be remembered -- and which earned him five Emmy Awards. TNS 1p 7¼" X 10½" Burbank CA 3 February 1987. Addressed to a Chiago publisher. Near fine. Pencilled editorial notes at upper right. Cordial note on his "Carson Tonight Inc." letterhead to this Chicago Publisher who had just published Chicago Bears coach Mike Ditka's autobiography "Yes indeed we were happy with Mr. Ditka's appearance informing him that "Michael Korda of Simon & Schuster made a deal with me some time ago and 'Johnny Came Lately' should be in the stores in about six months." Boldly signed in blue ballpoint. unknown
40826This popular American novelist short story author and poet an advocate of literary realism began with the bestselling "John Ward Preacher" in 1888 her first book continuing through dozens more titles over the next half century including the series of "Old Chester" novels set in the Pittsburgh area of her childhood. TNS 1p 6" X 9¼" Boston MA 1940 March 7. Addressed to Arnold F. Gates 1914-93 noted Lincoln and Civil War scholar. Near fine. On pictorial letterhead of "The Sheraton" in which she lived her final years and died the writer thanks an admirer for birthday greetings and comments on her 1916 and 1935 releases respectively: "It pleases me to know that you liked THE RISING TIDE which I think has been forgotten by everybody except the author! and that you found IF THIS BE I interersting." The exclamation mark quoted was added in Deland's hand. Boldly signed in black ink. Accompanied by a fine delightful heavy stock 8" X 11" unsigned portrait a sepia-tone turn-of-the-century half-length image of a youngish Deland in Victorian garb seated clutching a magazine. unknown
42556This American historian and academic won the 1934 Pulitzer Prize for his "John Hay: From Poetry to Politics"; he also edited the 1939 "Lincoln and the Civil War in the Diaries and Letters of John Hay." TNS 1p 7¼" X 10½" Hague NY 23 June 1941. Addressed to Arnold F. Gates 1914-93 noted Lincoln and Civil War scholar. Near fine. "It is always a delight to hear from a perfect stranger" he writes "that something I have written has found appreciation." He also sends congratulations for something that Gates sent him -- he was publishing Lincoln essays in booklet form -- with "every good wish that you may continue in what is certainly one of the most satisfactory intellectual exercises." Boldly signed in black ink. unknown
40757For forty years an enduring leading man and later superb character actor this classy star played opposite Garbo in "Ninotchka" and won an Oscar in 1963 for "Hud" and in 1979 for "Being There"; spouse of actress-turned-politician Helen Gahagan 1900-1980 the first Democratic woman elected to Congress from California 1945-51. TNS 1p 7¼" X 10¼" Los Angeles CA 19 November 1940. Addressed to Arnold F. Gates 1914-93 noted Lincoln and Civil War scholar. Fine. On buff imprinted letterhead Douglas thanks an admirer. In part: "As a matter of fact no thanks are really needed -- the results of the election compensated for anything I may have accomplished." Boldly signed in black ink. Douglas and his wife were both staunch Democrats and Gates likely thanked Douglas for helping securing a strong turnout for Roosevelt in California. Comes with a superb 10" X 8" glossy photograph a still scene from the 1936 film "Theodora Goes Wild" showing Douglas romancing Irene Dunne as a dog observes. An exceptionally early and choice Douglas letter with interesting political content. unknown
40476Popular and prolific English poet author biographer and playwright who frequently used historical figures as the focus of plays such as "Abraham Lincoln" 1918 "Oliver Cromwell" 1921 "Mary Stuart" 1921 and "Robert E. Lee" 1923. TNS 1p 8" X 5" London England 1928 October 30. Addressed to author Preston Nolan. Near fine. On his embossed 44 Evelyn Gardens letterhead which he's crossed out and penned in "2 Cathcart Road" a baffled Drinkwater struggles to find something to say about a book sent him by the author: "Thank you for sending me your book 'Business First'. I find myself rather lost among these high affairs but you certainly present a case with point and energy." Usual tiny but bold signature. unknown
26772Prolific Missouri author of historical romances such as "Fran" "Lahoma" "Wolves of Holland" and "Stork's Nest." Two items: First a TNS 1p 8½" X 11" Plattsburg MO 1923 January 22. Addressed to Albert Johannsen 1871-1962 a University of Chicago geology professor who authored "The House of Beadle and Adams and Its Dime and Nickel Novels" 1950 the definitive reference work on the subject. Near fine. Nice note to an admirer: "Yours. finds me in my winter home far from my library so I cannot send the MS.-page of any published novel. However I inclose a page from my last book not as yet announced named but only tentatively 'Tandy Sees the World.' . The MS. notes for revision are in shorthand of my devising." Bold full signature. Second is the aforementioned page a TMS 1p 8½" X 11" n.p. n.y. Very good. On thin onion-skin type paper typed in purple ink this nice double-spaced typescript opens with characteristic Ellis prose: "The younger man stared at him perplexedly puzzled less by the dancing eyes which seemed scintillating with a rush of sparks blown in a wind than by the enigmatic utterances of the kindly mouth." Crossouts additions and deletions penned throughout including several lines added to the verso of the leaf. In the left margin vertically he writes "First draft of novel of 1922-1923 / J. Breckenridge Ellis / All rights reserved." Ellis does not seem to have published a book by this title but whether this title was published under another title warrants further research. Accompanied by Johannsen's original 8½" X 11" file folder bearing a printed "Collection of Albert Johannsen" label partly filled in by Johannsen. A handsome pair. unknown
33010Pulitzer Prize-winning for novel "So Big" 1924 American novelist and short story writer often remembered for "Giant" 1952; wrote "Show Boat" with George S. Kaufman. TNS 1p 6" X 7" New York NY 1953 May 1. Addressed to Frances F. Nielsen. Near fine. Single faint horizontal fold. On imprinted "E. Ferber" letterhead Ferber writes this Chicago literary lady "My thanks for thinking of me in connection with the luncheon to be given in honor of Fanny Butcher. I am one of the many who love and admire her and I wish I could accept your invitation to be one of those at the Speakers Table." Large bold signature in black ink. Butcher 1888-1987 was the noted "Chicago Tribune" literary editor. unknown
40987This American physician became high profile and influential even appearing on the front cover of "Time" magazine in 1937 as editor of the powerful "Journal of the American Medical Association" from 1924 to 1950 by exposing medical foibles and quackery in popular layman books such as "The Medical Follies" 1925 "The New Medical Follies" 1927 "Fads and Quackery in Healing" 1932 and by founding "Medical World News" in 1961. TNS 1p 8½" X 11" Chicago IL 24 May 1965. Addressed to Kenneth M. Anglemire president of "Who's Who in America." Near fine. On his personal letterhead Fishbein thanks this notable Chicago businessman who was involved in arranging an "Illinois Day" at the New York World's Fair for "your telegram of May 21. I do wish I could be present in New York to participate in the observation of Illinois Day on June 16. Unfortunately I will be in the East only until June 14 after which I simply must return to Chicago." Signed boldly in full in his typical green fineline. Accompanied by a pair of 6" X 8½" book photographs of Fishbein. unknown
40730This Indiana attorney and republican politician served as that state's 37th governor from 1945 to 1949. TNS 1p 8" X 10½" 10 July 1946. Addressed to not-related Arnold F. Gates 1914-93 noted Lincoln and Civil War scholar. Very good. On ornate gubernatorial letterhead Gates transmits a copy of a speech signing boldly in blue ballpoint. The aforementioned speech is also present a 14-page illustrated pamphlet 4" X 9" published by The Indiana State Chamber of Commerce in 1946. Fine. Titled "When Will Congress Talk Back" and boldly signed and inscribed by Gates on the front wrapper to Gates. Fine. In this speech delivered before the Hoosier State Press Association in 5 April 1946 Gates states his belief in taking back to the state and local level responsibilities which the federal government assumed during the Depression and war years. Unusual. unknown
15616The First Lady of the Silent Screen" whose films ranged from silent classics such as "Birth of a Nation" 1915 to made-for-television dramas such as "The Whales of August" 1987. TNS 1p 5" X 7" n.p. 1984 November 28. Addressed to Terry Kocsett. Near fine. On colorful red and green candy cane and evergreen bough holiday stationery Gish sends Christmas greetings: "Thank you for your warm Christmas greetings and I extend mine to you and your loved ones." Boldly signed in black fineline. Also comes with an IPS 4" X 6" n.p. n.d. Fine. Lovely flat finish modern print of an early head-and-shoulders closeup inscribed near the bottom in black fineline: "Happy Birthday / Dear Terry / And fond wishes always / Lillian Gish. unknown
16585Old 98" a two-time All-America halfback and Heisman Trophy winner at University of Michigan 1938-40; with the Los Angeles Rams 1946-47; elected to the College Football Hall of Fame; father of actor Mark Harmon. TNS "Tom" 1p 7¼" X 10½" Los Angeles CA 1962 March 16. Addressed to "Don" Woolf of California Artists. Near fine. On letterhead of CBS affiliate KNX. "Elyse asked that I send you a couple of signatures" Harmon writes. "I hope that the enclosed will be o.k." Bold signature first name only in dark red. Harmon's wife the actress Elyse Knox 1917-2012 was providing original artwork for this greeting card company that published a line of Christmas cards featuring art by Hollywood stars. The "couple of signatures" mentioned is present in the form of an 8½" X 3" slip from which a portion has been neatly snipped off at upper left the Knox signature actually used on the greeting card leaving her large blue ballpoint signature beneath. Accompanied by a fine 5" X 7" glossy black and white photograph an informal 3/4th pose of a smiling Harmon in suit and tie and smiling Knox in dress and pearls holding hands. A delightful unusual trio. 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
22686The champion of civil service reform served Massachusetts for many years as representative and senator. TNS 1p 8" X 10" Washington DC 1901 January 4. Addressed to Walter R. Benjamin 1859-1940 the pioneering autograph dealer whose firm was run by daughter Mary Benjamin until her death not too many years ago. Very good. "Will you send me at Washington the Burke autograph contained in your last Bulletin #1 sent me this morning price $7.50." Strong bold signature with words "at Washington" in Hoar's hand as well. There are a number of historical Burkes this could have been referring to but it is likely that this American politician would have taken an interest in the British statesman. In any case one salivates at the thought! 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
27397This U.S. Navy admiral served as Superintendent of the U.S. Naval Academy 1947-50 and as Chief of Naval Personnel 1953-58; commander of U.S. forces in Lebanon 1958. TNS 1p 7" X 8" Washington DC 1957 September 17. Addressed to Gerald L. Arnholt. Near fine. On "Chief of Naval Personnel" letterhead the vice admiral graciously complies with an autograph request. 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
42283This famed California isolationist and progressive helped found the Progressive Party in 1912 and was chosen Theodore Roosevelt's running mate on that ticket in the 1912 presidential election; he served California as its 23rd governor 1911-17 and senator 1917-45. TNS 1p 8" X 10½" Washington DC 25 April 1919. Addressed to S.R. Gaines. Very good. Some offsetting perhaps from long-ago newsprint contact with faint age toning and minor edgewear. On "United States Senate / Committee on Military Affairs" letterhead Johnson complies with an autograph request signing large and bold in full. Accompanied by a superb original 8½" X 6½" glossy black-and-white news agency photograph a closeup of cigar-chomping Johnson and another conferring. Newsprint text tipped to verso dates the image 9 July 1945 titles it "At Charter Hearing" and describes the scene: "At ratification hearing on the United Nations charter which opened today in Washington Senator Hiram Johnson of Cal. and Senator Tom Connally of Texas." Less than one month later -- on the same day the U.S. dropped the atomic bomb on Hiroshima -- Johnson died. unknown
15025Enormously popular British novelist who celebrated her beloved Sussex in more than fifty books such as "Sussex Gorse" 1916 and "Joanna Godden" 1921. TNS 1p 7" X 9" Northiam Sussex England 1931 June 4. Addressed to H.D. Trevelyan. Very good. Paper clip stain at upper left. "I am glad to hear that you like my book 'Shepherds in Sackcloth'." Comes with a modern printed postcard photograph of Kaye-Smith. unknown
31145This noted government attorney prosecuted public land frauds in the West and served as assistant Colorado attorney general before becoming the U.S. Supreme Court's long-time reporter of decisions 1916-44. TNS 1p 8" X 10½" Washington DC 1937 May 6. Addressed to Arnold F. Gates. Near fine. On letterhead of the Supreme Court of the United States Knaebel graciously transmits his autograph. unknown
18062The publisher of the "Chicago Daily News" from 1931 showed his versatility when he became a Republican presidential candidate briefly in 1936 and accepted FDR's appointment as Secretary of the Navy in 1940. TNS 1p 8½" X 11" Chicago IL 1938 January 15. Addressed to George F. Robinson. Very good. Informs this Chicago businessman that "I have so many demands upon me in other directions that I am unable to make the contribution you request at this time." Large attractive signature. unknown
16001The queen of American stripteasers brought a new finesse to the burlesque scene starring in the 1936 "Ziegfield Follies" and on Broadway in the 1942 musical "Star and Garter"; in addition to her 1957 memoir "Gypsy" which was turned into a hit musical starring Ethel Merman and a film in 1962 starring Natalie Wood she authored the mysteries "The G-String Murders" 1941 and "Mother Finds a Body" 1942. TNS 1p heavy stock 5½" X 3¼" picture postcard n.p. Los Angeles CA n.y. postal cancellation 1967 December 14. Addressed to Norman Ziel. Near fine. Thanks a fan for writing: "So glad you enjoy the show and hope you will continue to do so." Bold full signature. Glossy picture side shows a closeup head and shoulder portrait of a smiling Lee peering out coyly from behind a door; printed caption on message portion states "Gypsy Rose Lee / weekdays 4:30 p.m." referring to a television talk show she hosted. Rather uncommon. unknown
24717Simon & Schuster's senior editor for thirty years was responsible for a large and wide array of titles from the early works of Rachel Carson and Mary McCarthy to Albert Einstein's "Evolution of Physics" from Josephine Johnson's Pulitzer Prize-winning "Now in November" to Langston Hughes' "Stories." TNS 1p 5½" X 8½" New York NY 1936 December 29. Addressed to Philip Stevenson. Very good. Mild age toning. On Simon and Schuster letterhead Leiper tells novelist Stevenson 1896-1965 Oscar-nominated for his "Story of G.I. Joe" screenplay: "Can you show us a couple of chapters as well as a synopsis" And she chides him "I may as well say quite frankly now that it is difficult to judge a novel by so little material as that." With original envelope. unknown
16055Devoted wife of the controversial general Douglas MacArthur who was at his side aboard a PT boat when he left the Philippines ahead of a Japanese siege; she often represented him at official functions; prominent New York socialite and philanthropist. TNS 1p 5¼" X 7" New York NY 1965 January 1. Addressed to Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Zerk. Very good. Slight age toning along top margin. On letterhead of the Waldorf Astoria where she lived for many years MacArthur thanks this noted Milwaukee inventor/engineer for a Christmas card and adds "best wishes for this New Year." With original envelope. unknown
42172Vassar College's longest-serving president was its fifth 1915-46 an effective academic administrator who was also their first secular president and helped to found Sarah Lawrence College. TNS 1p 8½" X 5½" Poughkeepsie NY 8 January 1930. Addressed to John T. Owen. Very good. Lightly age toned with inoffensive staple hole at upper left not affecting text and small chip at upper right corner. "I shall be glad to have you use the photograph of me made by Pirie MacDonald in the booklet you are preparing and you are hereby granted permission to secure this from the photographer." Boldly signed in blue with his usual "H.N. MacCracken." The noted New York portrait photographer 1867-1942 -- known as "Photographer of Men" for he only photographed males -- shot anyone who was anyone in that area for decades and MacCracken sat for him in 1924. Owen was perhaps a publicity or marketing person working up a Vassar promotional brochure. unknown
