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2000. “When this Cruel War is Over.” Civil War song sheet, illustration 3 x 4-3/4 on 5 x 8 heavy paper. Four verses and chorus with refrain, “When this cruel war is over, Praying! that we meet again....” No imprint but apparently printed by S. Gordon, Broadway, N.Y. Light edge toning, else fine, with vivid original color. $40.00

2001. “Sheridan’s ‘Early’ Victory.” Civil War song sheet, depicting Shenandoah Valley battle in original color. Illustration 2-3/4 x 4-3/4, on 5 x 8. Reference to Confederate Gen. (Jubal) Early. Three verses telling events of the fight between Union and Rebels, culminating in victory by Union cavalry Gen. “brave Sheridan.” Lithographed by Charles Magnus, N.Y. Very fine. $50.00

2002. “The Prisoner’s Hope.” Civil War song sheet, with color illustration 3 x 4-3/4, depicting Belle Isle, the Richmond prison camp. 5 x 8. By Charles Magnus, N.Y. Three verses, including, “In the prison-cell I sit...Waiting for the day, That shall come to open wide the iron door....” Small area of marginal foxing, else fine. $35.00

2003. “The Volunteer.” view image Civil War song sheet, with color illustration 3 x 4-3/4, showing battle scene. 5 x 8. By Magnus. Eight verses: “Adieu to peace and all its charms, Our country calls to arms, to arms...If I’m spared ‘til the war is o’er, I will return to you once more....” Very fine. $45.00

2004. “Pretty Sally.” Civil War ballad song sheet, by Magnus. Sentimental and longing. “When the war is over, love and peace anew shall reign. I hope to meet thee as of old and share thy smiles again....” 5 x 7-1/2 . Some light spotting in blank area, else very fine. $40.00

2005. Niagara Falls. Civil War era double-lettersheet, 5 x 8, with view of seated Miss Columbia at top, flag motifs, Falls in background. “Niagara Falls - United States & Canada.” Edge lightly toned. $15.00

2005A. Niagara Falls. As above, except close view of Falls only, titled “Canadian Side.” $15.00

2006. Civil War Soldiers Receipt. American Express Co., affiliate of the earlier Wells, Fargo, for a package containing currency (value indicated), during the Greenback era, 1863-64. 4-1/2 x 8-1/4. Partly printed. Fine. $24.50

2007. Civil War Check. Lovely check imprinted “Pay Department, Washington, D.C.,” lithographed in shades of green. Vignette of Army Building. Unused. 3 x 8-1/4. Issued by “U.S. Government Depository.” Printed by Major & Knapp, N.Y. Mint. $29.50

2008. Union Covers. Various generals, head and shoulder portraits in metallic bronze, tinted violet, with map about 2 x 4 showing an area of the general’s battle. By Charles Magnus. Postally unused.
A. Maj. Gen. B.F. Butler in uniform, with map of parts of Virginia and North Carolina. Mounting traces on verso, else fine. $58.50
B. Gen. B.M. Prentiss in uniform, with map showing parts of Ill. and Tenn. Distinguished for his part in the “Hornets’ Nest” of Shiloh. Fine. $58.50
C. Gen. L. Blenker in uniform, map with part of Virginia. view image His division’s six-week march became famous: “due to neglect by the War Dept., the 10,000 man command was lacking basic military necessities, including maps. They suffered great hardships and were reduced to looting and thievery”--Boatner. Blenker- related material is very scarce. Mounting traces on verso, else fine. $58.50
D. Maj. Gen. Banks in uniform, map of Washington, D.C. with part of Penna. Light mounting traces on verso, else fine. $58.50

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2009. Civil War Era General Orders. Charleston, S.C., June 6, 1865, Dept. of South H.Q., Northern District. Printed advice that Clothing Account and Descriptive Roll of Enlisted Men to be forwarded to surgeon in charge of post hospital at Charleston. Signed in ink by 1st Lt. Jewett of 55th Mass. Vols., the noted black regiment. Signed in type by Gen. Hatch. Light vertical fold, else fine. $40.00

2010. Civil War General Orders. Sentence of Sgt. Robert Sutton, 1st Regt., South Carolina Regt. - a black unit - remitted to mercy in his court martial. Washington, D.C., Aug. 3, 1863. Signed by E.D. Townsend, A.A.G. Two binding holes at margin, else about fine. $50.00

2011. Civil War General Orders. Obituary of Lt. Col. Albert Colburn, Aide-de-Camp to Gen. McClellan. Outline of his career filling nearly full page. Washington, D.C., June 25, 1863. 5 x 7. Mourning border. Signed in type by Gen. L. Thomas. Edge toning, else fine. $48.00

2012. Civil War General Orders. Morris Island, S.C., Nov. 8, 1864, H.Q. U.S. Forces, 1st Separate Brigade, Northern District, Dept. of the South. U.S. C(olored) T(roops) making two changes in officers’ assignments. By order of Gen. Potter. Signed in ink by Capt. Manning. Printed on field press. $55.00

2013. Civil War General Orders. Important content, Washington, Feb. 11, 1863, 10 pp., covering an Act to “authorize raising of a Volunteer Force for the better defence of Kentucky” (sided with Union in Civil War), detailing powers of the Gov. and Pres. Pages list amounts allotted for over seventy different categories of military and related expenses, from horses to nurses and postage stamps. Interesting reading. One can see why, by 1864, the Federal Government had to rely on private financiers to keep it afloat. Two binding holes at spine, minor edge toning, else clean and crisp. $70.00

2014. Civil War General Orders. War Dept., Washington, June 30, 1863, 2 pp. Court martial of 1st Lt. John O’Neill, who left confinement at Beaufort, S.C. in 1862 before being set at liberty. Found “guilty” and sentenced to be cashiered. Lincoln ordered sentence to be remitted, and the officer returned to duty. Light edge toning, else fine. $50.00

2015. Civil War General Orders. War Dept., Washington, June 2, 1863. Matthew Miller tried at Memphis, and sentenced to be shot to death for attempting to smuggle military goods through the lines for use and benefit of the Rebels. Matter submitted to Lincoln; Military Commission’s procedures found to be “fatally defective,” and Pres. ruled sentence inoperative. Some edge wear. $55.00

2016. U.S. Military Telegraph. Imprinted form, July 1865, with manuscript message from City Point (Va.), inquiring of Maj. Cochran on use of transportation orders. On Bay Line Steamers. Fine. $42.50

2017. Token. “Good for One Loaf of Bread.” Octagonal. Turn of century (no date). Brass color. 1” diam., beaded edge. On reverse, “C and H Quality Bakery.” About fine. Evidently elusive. $27.50

2018. Token. “Monon Coal Co.” (Indiana). C. 1930s. 1” diam. “Good in trade only at stores designated by the company.” Bright silver color center, marked “10”; goldtone rim. Obverse very good, reverse about uncirculated. Notwithstanding the size of Monon’s operations, this token is rare. $25.00

2019. Military Order of Loyal Legion. Civil War veterans organization, competitor of G.A.R. Printed circular, N.Y., Feb. 1881, 4 pp., including candidates for membership as recommended by Generals and lesser ranks, as well as other news at the next meeting. By order of Gen. Schofield. Military vignette on page 1. Light edge toning. $15.00

2020. Battles of the Civil War. Civil War era engravings, 5-1/2 x 9.
A. Shiloh (Pittsburg Landing), Apr. 1862. Called “Bloody Shiloh” for its 23,000 losses, the greatest battle fought in America up to that time. Edge toning, else very good. $18.00
B. Fort Donelson, Feb. 1862. Grant’s prominance began to rise with his victory here, to split the Confederacy in a drive to Vicksburg. Edge toning, else very good. $15.00
C. Fort Donelson and Newbern. Known as “Burnside’s Expedition,” Feb.-July 1862. Composite engraving showing both. Edge toning, else very good. $20.00
D. Ironclad Vessels. Battle of Monitor and Merrimac at Hampton Roads, Va., Mar. 1862. Vertical tape repair near left margin, else very good. $14.00

2021. Personalities of the Civil War. Period engravings.
A. Union Navy. Composite of 7 Admirals and commanders, including Foote, Porter, and Farragut. 6 x 9. The role of naval vessels during the Civil War is underestimated; even Sherman’s March to the Sea placed strong emphasis on the Navy’s support. Edge toning, else fine. $36.50
B. Charles Sumner. Outspoken abolitionist, Senator, whose invective resulted in being physically assaulted in the Senate in 1856. Excellent 4 x 4 portrait on 8 x 11 leaf. $14.50
C. Col. Edward D. Baker. Close friend of Lincoln, who named one of his sons for him. A West Coast lawyer, Oregon Sen., killed Oct. 1861 while commanding at Balls Bluff. Foxing. Scarce. $21.50
D. Edward Everett. Best remembered for giving the two-hour oration preceding Lincoln’s considerably briefer Gettysburg Address. Gov. of Mass., Sec. of State, Pres. of Harvard. Fine 5 x 7 likeness on 8 x 10 leaf. $18.00

2022. Generals of the Civil War. Period steel engraved portraits:
A. George H. Thomas. With Grant and Sherman, considered the trio who won the war. Thomas shown in uniform, from painting by Thomas Nast. 7 x 10. Edge toning, else very good. $20.00
B. Nathaniel Lyon. First Union general killed in the war; responsible for Missouri siding with the Union. Outdoor scene, in uniform. 7 x 10. Edge toning, else very good. $15.00
C. John C. Fremont. Explorer, Presidential candidate, General – with mixed success at all. Focus of Lincoln’s disapproval on more than one issue. Attractive portrait. 6 x 9. Edge toning, else very good. $15.00
D. J.E. Johnston. Important Confederate strategist, though Jefferson Davis ignored his advice. Fought at Seven Pines, Vicksburg, Atlanta; his hatless attendance at Sherman’s funeral said to have caused his demise. Profile view, in uniform. 5 x 6-1/2. Fine. $18.50

2023. Mississippi. Map, pastel colors. 11 x 14. Showing cities and counties, Vicksburg to Meridian, Holly Springs to Gulfport. Rand McNally, 1911. On verso, Kentucky and Tennessee. Fine. $38.50

2024. Louisiana. The Delta of the Mississippi. Map published 1852 by Lt. B.F. Sands, U.S. Coast Survey. 15 x 22. Showing changes since 1839. Blind Bay, Passe a Loutre, Garden Island Bay, South East and South West Passes, and Delta of the Mississippi. Very good. $48.50

2025. Cincinnati and Columbus. City map, pastel colors, 11 x 14. On one side, map of Cincinnati, including prominent buildings, hotels, streets, parks, reservoirs, railroads, rivers, and more. On verso, Columbus, Ohio, also in detail. 1898. Mapmaker not shown but possibly Rand McNally. Light edge toning, else fine. $38.50

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2026. Canada. Map, pastel colors, 11 x 14. Rand McNally, 1912. Including Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick. Highly detailed. On verso, Alaska, with inset map of Aleutian Islands. Very fine. $33.00

2027. New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Map, 9 x 12. Colton, c. 1890. Bright colors. Each state outlined. Detailed. Very fine. $31.00

2028. United States. Map, colors, 11 x 14. Rand McNally, 1913. Highly detailed. Very fine. $38.50

2029. Ancient Greece. Map in vibrant colors, by M(atthew) Carey, Philadelphia, c. 1825. Map portion about 11 x 14, in center of 171/2 x 22 folding sheet embellished with geographical details, history, government, and other text flanking map. Fine. $79.00

2030. New Mexico. Map, colors, 11 x 14. Rand McNally, 1913. Showing two Indian Reservations and Crater Lake. On verso, map of Colorado, including Southern Ute Indian Reservation. Fine. $39.50

2031. Michigan. Map by Tanner, 1841 - four years after Statehood. 14 x 17. Distinctive coloration of olive green, peach, pink, and yellow. Attractive border. Small inset map of western Michigan. List of “Steam Boat Routes - Detroit to Fort Gratiot and Detroit to Fort Howard.” Edge toning, one edge irregular where removed from binding, else fine. $95.00

2032. Civil War Union Cover. Showing two small Confederate flags, 7 stars each, bright red, white and blue, in upper left. Below, “This flag will run.” Postally unused. Fine. $28.50

2033. Civil War Union Cover. Eleven stars in circle, flying over large caisson. “Its thunder tones shall arouse the freeman.” All in red, white and blue, occupying half the cover. Unused. Fine. $39.50

2034. Civil War Union Cover. Large red, white and blue shield. Below, quote from Genesis: “Fear not, Abraham, for I am thy shield, and thine exceeding great reward.” Unused. Toned at edges. $32.00

2035. Civil War Confederate Cover. “Southern Rights - Death Before Dishonor” on shield. South Carolina’s palmetto in design. Below, “Bold, but wary.” Unused. Fine. $38.50

2036. Civil War Union Cover. view image Showing two soldiers, each in different flamboyant uniforms, from units noted for their non-traditional garb. U.S. flag overhead. Bright red, white and blue. By Charlton & Althrop, Philadelphia. Unused. Mounting traces on verso, else fine and unusually attractive. $41.00

2037. Civil War Union Cover. “The School of the Indiana Zouave,” showing soldier in Zouave uniform, fringe bottom, soft cap, long rifle, standing in wilderness, a dog at his side. Colorful. Unused. Fine. $37.50

2038. Civil War Union Cover. “The latest Contraband of War...Whar is Massa Jeff now, dat’s what’s de matter.” Slogan imprinted near figure of black in sailor outfit. Unused. Light edge toning, else very fine. $35.50

2039. Civil War Union Cover. Large flag filling almost entire cover, 12 stars. Pale purple ink. Unused. Two small specks in blank area, else fine and impressive. $38.50

2040. From Cuba to Russia ... in an American Ship! Document, 1825, for shipment aboard the Madison of 878 boxes of white sugar from Matanzas, Cuba, to St. Petersburg, Russia. Detailing additional 396,000 pounds logwood “for risk of William Savage, Esq. of Boston, a native citizen of the U.S.A.” Partly printed, 7 x 8. Fine. $45.00

2041. From Cuba to New York. Document, 1823, for shipment of 128 sacks of coffee on board Romulus, per advice of James D. Wolf of Bristol, R.I. Partly printed, 5-1/2 x 91/2. Small eagle vignette. Very fine. $42.00

2042. The Mapmaker and the King. 1721 document, partly printed, 7-1/2 x 11-1/2, announcing that “Duke of Marlborough, Master of the King’s Ordnance” has given to Capt. Cyprian Southack a variety of ordnance stores, including “Cannon Powder...50 lb. Musket Shott...old Cable...Cartridge Paper....” Southack, born in England, became a Massachusetts mapmaker, and authored Draught of New England, for which he was rewarded by King George I. Later, Southack made a map of Boston harbor, and was involved in numerous naval adventures. Wear at vertical folds reinforced on verso, one fold separating, some foxing, stains, edge wear, but with much character. $55.00

2043. Check. Pacific Bank, N.Y., Civil War date. Pale green. With revenue stamp. Very fine. $10.00

2044. Check. National City Bank of Brooklyn (N.Y.), 1870s. Ornamental margin. Revenue stamp with tiny cancellation hole, some teller’s markings, else fine. $9.50

2045. Check. Brooklyn Trust Co., Brooklyn, 1870s. Ornate blue printing and motif at left. Revenue stamp, manuscript cancellation. Fine. $10.50

2046. Check. Mechanics Bank, Brooklyn. 1870s date written over printed “186-.” Revenue stamp over ornate design at left margin. Neat cut cancel. Fine. $10.00

2047. New York Bowery Fire Insurance Co. 1878-79. “Corner Grand St.” Large receipt, fancy border. $2,500 coverage for property at 47-49 Mulberry St. All three locations now part of today’s rebirth of New York City’s Lower East Side. Partly printed. Split starting at original horizontal fold, light toning upper left, else attractive format. $19.50

2048. Home for Destitute Children. Receipt, 1885, of “Brooklyn Industrial School Association and Home for Destitute Children,” Brooklyn, N.Y. Partly printed. Payment of $8 from Mr. Penge “for board of the Schuler Boys” for one month. Very fine. $13.50

2049. Safe Deposit Co. of N.Y. Receipt, 1897, for lease renewal of “Safe in a Burglar- and Fire-Proof Vault” for one year. Two keys mentioned. At Broadway “corner Liberty St.” Partly printed. Original fold, else fine. $14.00

2050. Germania Fire Insurance Co. Large receipt with engraved vignette of Miss Columbia. Partly printed, 61/4 x 10-1/2. Ornamental border. Covering $2,000 of insurance. In graceful hand. Split starting at one of two original folds, else fine. $14.00

2051. Antique Billhead. Charles Bulkley’s “Fashionable & Fancy Hat Store,” Philadelphia, “opposite U.S. Bank.” 1830s. Partly printed in eighteenth-century style, 4 x 7-1/4. For “Otter Cap.” Very good. $17.50

2052. Lloyd’s Plate Glass Insurance Co. Large receipt, 1884, William St., N.Y., for $300 coverage for “39 Gates Ave., Brooklyn.” Partly printed, 5-3/4 x 8-1/2. Wear and split at original fold, else very good. Uncommon insurance. $12.50

2053. “Promise to pay....” 1861 bank draft for 30 days, $1,000, Central Bank of Brooklyn. Vignette at left. Partly printed. Stamped “Paid.” Fine. $11.25

2054. Emigrant Industrial Savings Bank. 1883 receipt, for interest due on bond. Partly printed in maroon ink, fancy border. Closely trimmed at lower margin, else about fine. This bank still in business today. $10.00

2055. Bible Leaf from New Amsterdam. view image Printed in New York by Hendrik and Jacob Keur, and Marcus Doornik, in 1618-19. This copy owned by Jaques Denys of the first Dutch colony of settlers, arriving in 1625. Leaf from Old Testament. 10-1/4 x 16. Edge toning. Each with modern copy of title page (reduced).
A. Leaf from Jeremiah. $49.50
B. Leaf from Chronicles. $49.50
C. Title page of Chronicles. $76.50

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2056. Parliamentary Acts. Printed in 1695, the year that England abolished state censorship of the press. From London press of Charles Ball and the Executrix of Tholmas Newcomb, Printers to the King. 7-1/4 x 10-1/2, in dramatic blackletter type. Very fine. $18.00

2057. Miniature Leaf. From C. Ivlii Solini, a small book by Martino Anton, printed 1572 by the renowned Plantin press of Antwerp. 4 x 6. Titled a “Polyhistor.” Unusual italic type. Much toned. $6.50

2058. St. Thomas Aquinas. Original leaf from his Catena Aureau Super Quattor Evangelistas, printed by Wenssler in Basel, Switzerland, 1476. Red and the rarer blue inks generously hand-rubricated on printed letters. 10-1/2 x 15-1/2. Handmade paper, wide margins. Minor waterstains at one margin, else very fine.
A. Leaf from Gospel of Mark. $75.00
B. Leaf from Gospel of Luke. $75.00

2059. Peter Lombard. Original leaf from first printing of his chief work, Senteniarum Libri, a standard theological text for hundreds of years. Printed by Köberger of Nuremberg, 1481-1492. 8 x 12. In Latin. Very fine. $18.75

2060. Red and Black. Early example of blackletter printing, by Antonii Giunta, in 1559. Leaf from Missale Romanum, printed in Venice, with fine woodcut initial letters in two colors. 4-1/4 x 6-1/2, on unusually heavy paper. Very fine, and very attractive. $16.00

2061. From a Hebrew Bible. Leaf from Books of the Prophets, printed 1554 by Robert Etienne, one of the great printing houses of Paris. Etienne was the King’s printer in three languages, Hebrew one of them. 6-3/4 x 10. Generous margins and spacing. Some edge toning. $48.00

2062. From New Testament. Leaf from Iesu Christi Domini Nostri Novum Testamentum, printed in 1585 by Henry Middleton, London. 6 x 8-1/2. Latin text, double column. Side notes from Beza and Tremellius modify interpretations of the Scriptures. Fine. $12.75

2063. “A Display of Heraldrie.” Leaves from this “how-to” book by John Guillim, advising on selecting symbols for a coat-of-arms. Printed 1638 by Thomas Cotes, London. One leaf with numerous illustrations, and one leaf of text. 8 x 10. A popular work of his era, preoccupied with evidence of the higher estate. Light edge toning. $19.00 (2 leaves)

2064. Ecclesiastical Law. Leaf from one of the most important mediæval works, which evolved over three centuries: Liber Sextus of Pope Boniface VIII. Begun in 1298, it included constitutions following 1234. The text surrounded by commentary of Giovanni Andrea, added c. 1325. This edition printed 1572 in Venice. Double column, with decorative arrangement of paragraphs in red and black. 6-3/4 x 9-1/4. Very fine. $21.50

2065. Epic Poem. Leaf printed 1514 in Paris by Jean le Petit, entitled “M. Annei Lucani Pharsalia,” Lucan’s poem on Rome’s civil war of the first century B.C. 8 x 12. Commentary in small type. Fine. $21.50

2066. Large Music Leaf. view image Size 12-1/2 x 20, printed both sides. From Graduale Minus Lexoviensis, printed by De Rouncey, printer to Bishop de Brancas, Lyon, France, 1751. Clean, dark presswork, wide margins, mediæval format of staff with four lines and square notes (neumes) still in use. Unusually fine. Dramatic for display. $46.00

2067. Travel Booklets. Brought back by a world traveler, 1910-38.
A. “Resorts in Quebec,” 1919.
Booklet, 20 pp., illustrated, plus folding color map, opening to 16 x 42. Silver and color cover, 4-1/4 x 9. Light edge wear, map excellent. $17.00
B. “South Africa,” 1929. Color cover, 4 x 9, 32 pp., illustrated. The country as it was almost a century ago. Very fine. $16.00
C. “Fruit Lands,” Sonoma County, Calif. Booklet, color covers, 16 pp., illustrated. N.d. but c. 1910-15. Light cover edge wear, else fine. $14.50
D. England and Continental Europe. 1938. Booklet, 8 x 9, 16 pp., illustrated. With travel schedules for each country’s railways. $10.50
E. Scotland, Ireland and England. 1938. Group of 5 items: one 40 pp. booklet, and four different folders, 2 to 5 pp., each with maps. Generally good to about fine. $16.50

2068. Signed In Person. Autographs obtained in person, on event program, following performance. Each fine.
A. Martha Graham. Revolutionized modern dance. Signed above photo, on cover. 1969. $50.00
B. Renata Scotto, soprano, and Giacomo Aragoll, each signed on photos inside. 1968. $15.00
C. Mirella Freni, soprano, with tenor Raimondi, both signing on title page of Metropolitan Opera program for “Faust.” 1966. $15.00
D. George London, tenor. On photo in Metropolitan Opera program. 1959. $24.00

2069. Large Cent. The workhorse of antebellum, Gold Rush, and Civil War America. 1818. Coronet head. Obverse judged Good/reverse About Good. Persimmon toning around periphery, framing the bust against a brown-black background. Evocative, original wear, visually satisfying for the grade. $29.00.

2070. Large Cent. 1826. Very Good/Very Good. Claret undertone on obverse. $34.50

2071. Large Cent. 1832. Large letters. Good/Good. White band from about 5 to 9 o’clock, white highlighting behind “Liberty,” else deepest umber brown. $22.50

2072. Large Cent. 1845. Fine/Fine. Deepest mahogany. Subtle patina backlighting some stars; yellow behind “United States” and green dab on reverse. $28.75

2073. Large Cent. 1848. Fine/Fine. Milk chocolate with just a hint of cerise. Trivial darker spots around neck, else a very satisfactory coin. $29.75

2074. Large Cent. 1850. Very Good/Fine. Interesting toning subtleties: cinnamon with hints of reddish brown undertone on obverse, and brassy yellow on reverse. $27.50

2075. Large Cent. 1851. Very Good/Fine. Rich chocolate brown. $25.50

2076. Large Cent. 1852. Very Good/Fine. Warm saddle brown. Spot of darkening on one letter of “United,” else a pleasing coin with appealing color. $25.50

2077. New York City. Finely executed engravings, 1820-30, size 9 x 12, of six buildings each, many on streets in the Ground Zero area of 9/11.
A. (Quaker) Meeting House and churches on Murray, William, Nassau, Beekman, and Wall Sts. and Exchange Pl. Light toning, else fine. $40.00
B. (Jewish) Synagogue, Rotunda, Bank, Merchant Exchange, Church and Masonic Hall on Wall, Chambers, Mercer, Elm Sts., and Broadway. Light toning, else fine. $40.00

2078. “Deseret Weekly.” Periodical, 1890s, Salt Lake City. 32 pp., 8 x 12. Masthead showing composite view of Great Mormon Tabernacle, farmland, and railroads. Wide range of articles. “The organ of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.” Light edge toning, else fine. $19.50

2079. “The Saint’s Herald.” Mormon newspaper, 1890s, published at Lamoni, Iowa. 16 pp., tabloid. Masthead with two quotations from “Book of Mormon” and “Book of Covenants.” Articles on wide range of subjects. Edge toning, small binding holes at left margin, else fine. Two different dates for $15.00

2080. “Golden Days for Boys and Girls.” Children’s newspaper, 1892, Philadelphia. 10 x 14, 8 pp., well illustrated. Stories, puzzles, jokes, cartoons. Light edge toning. Attractive. $14.25

2081. Atlanta under Sherman. New York Herald, Sept. 24, 1864, 8 pp. Front-page map of “Sheridan’s Second Victory” in Shenandoah, defeating Early. Also, page-one news of war in Atlanta, “the Negro Conscription,” prisoner exchange, Rebel line of retreat, and much more. Fine. $50.00

2082. Lincoln’s Call. New York Herald, July 19, 1864, 4 pp. On front page, Lincoln calls for 500,000 volunteers, signed in type by him. New Orleans said to be in Rebel hands; news of Grant’s arrival at James River action; fighting at Harper’s Ferry, and much more. Light edge toning, else fine. $35.00

2083. In the Aftermath of the Draft Riots. New York Herald, Aug. 11, 1863, 8 pp. Front-page rebuttal of Lincoln’s draft, signed in type by N.Y. Gov. Horatio Seymour. Adm. Farragut arrives in N.Y. on his ship Hartford, having seen action in battles at Vicksburg, New Orleans, and Port Huron. Typographical error along 3” vertical area at spine affecting first words, else fine. $25.00

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2084. Southern News in Vermont. Civil War newspaper Walton’s Morning Journal, Montpelier, Vt. Concise news of the war, including reports from Southern papers. Attractively illustrated local ads. 11 x 18, 4 pp. Fine.
A. Feb. 14, 1863. Libby Prison, Gen. Hunter, Vicksburg, and much more. $12.00
B. Aug. 6, 1863. Jefferson Davis, the draft, and substitute soldiers. $12.00
C. Oct. 31, 1863. Union P.O.W.s, Gen. Hooker, and raising of troops. $12.00
D. Nov. 4, 1863. Gens. Meade, Grant, and Butler; recruitment. $12.00
E. Sept. 26, 1864. Sheridan, Sherman, Hood, Grant, and Lincoln. $12.00

2085. Beginning of Gettysburg. Boston Post, June 29, 1863, oversize 21 x 30, 4 pp. Articles on Lee’s army approaching Harrisburg, Pa., on the way to Gettysburg. “The rebels are within three miles.” News that Hooker’s troops are waiting, and he is being replaced by Meade. It was not known at presstime, but the most conspicuous battle of the Civil War would be under way within forty-eight hours. Original folds, minor wear at center not affecting text. $75.00

2086. McClellan for President. Boston Post, Sept. 12, 1863, oversize, 4 pp. On front page, “George B. McClellan for Pres...He is the man for the Ship of the Union.” Numerous brief articles on McClellan, contesting his opponent, Lincoln. Other page-one stories include news from armies of Grant and Sherman. Light wear at center fold, small stain in blank margin, original folds, else very good. $48.00

2087. Morgan’s Raid. Boston Post, July 28, 1862, oversize, 4 pp. Morgan’s raid into Kentucky; recruiting of Irish Brigade by Gen. Meagher; McClellan’s army on pages 1 and 2. Original folds. Fine. $39.00

2088. Summary of the First Full Year of the Civil War. New York Herald, Dec. 28, 1862, 8 pp. On page one, Grant’s army “falls back”; Jeff Davis issues a proclamation with violent anti-Negro threats. “Twelve months’ record of the rebellion,” a one year index of the events of 1862. Light toning and center fold wear, 1/2” fragment lacking at spine with loss of one word. Unusual contents, useful for the researcher. $50.00

2089. March to the Sea. New York Herald, Nov. 17, 1864, 8 pp. Full column reports on front page, headlined by Gens. Sherman, Canby, and Thomas. News of Sherman’s March to the Sea, defeat of Confederate Gen. Hood, and victory at Nashville. Dramatic issue. Very fine. $48.50

2090. “Daily Advertiser.” First newspaper in New York State to begin as a daily. Founded by Francis Childs at age 21, after serving in Revolution. 1794, 4 pp., 12 x 19-1/2, illus. ads. Decorative masthead, “Printers to the State.” World, national and local news. Some separation at spine, light toning.
A. Aug. 11. Proclamations by Washington, Mifflin, and Lawrence, each signed in type. $24.50
B. Aug. 23. Messages from George Clinton and Alexander Hamilton, the latter over a page in length. Each signed in type. $22.50

2091. “Rural New Yorker.” “A Journal for the Suburban Home,” magazine, 1913-15, about 32 pp., illustrated. Articles on farming, homemaking, business, “women at law,” books, and more. Some wear, light dampstaining. Interesting reading. $9.75 each

2092. “Daily Graphic.” Pictorial newspaper published in New York City, 1875. 14 x 20. Politics, celebrations, events, and government, in hand-drawn commentary by artists. Delightful ads.
A. June 19. Battle of Bunker Hill centennial on cover. Articles on John Adams and descendants. 12 pp. Small tear on last leaf, else fine. $11.50
B. June 22. Bunker Hill procession, with three illustrations on cover. Commencements, Tilton trial, aquarium articles. 8 pp. Front leaf separated at spine, else fine. $11.50
C. June 16. Uncle Sam and a Quaker on cover, celebrating National and Philadelphia Centennials. Articles on Boss Tweed, Customs House corruption, and events at Bunker Hill. Double-page centerfold with full-size facsimiles of letters written in 1775 by Gens. Putnam and Ward, and Elbridge Gerry. 8 pp. Small tear on cover and one leaf. $11.50

2093. A Democratic Republican! Newspaper, Daily Missouri Republican – a Democratic newspaper, in spite of its name, and the first newspaper in Missouri. St. Louis, Mar. 13, 1862, oversize 25 x 30, 4 pp. Articles on Lincoln’s war orders, Ft. Donelson, and much other Civil War news. Illustrated ad for North Missouri Railroad “to the Far West.” Heavy wear at folds, 6” tear at spine. $26.00

2094. “Popular Radio.” Magazine, 1927, for the new entertainment medium of its time. Technical articles, profusely illus., and fascinating ads. Silver wrappers. About 80 pp. Light wear. $26.00 each

2095. Revolutionary War. Manuscript pay order, war date, with auditing signature of Gen. Jedidiah Huntington, who commanded Minute Men, led First Regt. of Connecticut Line, said to be Washington’s favorite unit; wintered with Washington at Valley Forge, served on court martial of Maj. Andre, and drafted constitution of Society of the Cincinnati. About 4-1/2 x 7. Fine. $39.50

2096. A Revolutionary War Doctor. Manuscript pay order to a doctor. Hartford, Conn., May 23, 1783, 6-1/4 x 8. “To Doct. Amos Mead,” for 5 pounds, with his excellent signature. Mead, who resided in Greenwich, Conn., had also served in the French and Indian War as a surgeon with the 3rd Connecticut Regiment. Mead is mentioned in The Medical Men of the Revolution by Toner, 1876: “Connecticut was the first to suggest and to put in operation convalescent hospitals [for Revolutionary War soldiers]....” Very fine. $120.00

2097. The Best Scholar in Congress. Manuscript pay order to attorney Samuel W. Dana. Middlesex County Court (Conn.), Nov. term, 1794, 6-1/2 x 8. “Pay Samuel W. Dana, State Attorney, 8 pounds 4 shillings & 3 pence, being...a public prosecution against John Bryant, convicted....” A leading collaborator of John Adams, Roger Sherman, and others involved in ratification of the Constitution, Dana was termed “a leading member of Congress, and one of the best, if not the best, scholar in that body”--Centennial Papers..., General Conference of the Congregational Churches of Conn., 1877, p. 142. Yale Class of 1775. Very fine. $55.00

2098. Treasury Certificate. Post-Revolutionary War document, partly printed, Feb. 3, 1790, for notes totalling 15 pounds, 13 shillings, and 5 pence, due Alex. McLean. Mentioning “2 Army Notes” due from 1781-89. 6 x 7. Fancy border, darkly penned. Signed by Jedidiah Huntington in margin. Very fine. $69.50

2099. “Schools have been kept.” Following the Revolution, towns established schools with funding. Manuscript statement, 1792-93, with details on front and verso, these Connecticut towns affirming that they had legal “Publick” schools, and authorizing funds to maintain them. Financial details listed, with signatures of School Committee. About fine. $33.50

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2100. Check-Size Pay Order. view image Revolutionary War date. 3 x 7, signed by patriots. Endorsement on verso. Considered an early form of American check. Some toning, else fine. Example illustrated; each is slightly different. $29.00

2101. With Two Scenes by Winslow Homer. Harper’s Weekly, May 17, 1862. Winslow Homer’s sketch on cover, showing Rebels outside Yorktown with lanterns. Additional full page woodcut of Union cavalry and charge of 1st Mass., also sketched by Homer. Full-page map of war in Virginia. Articles on McClellan, Commodore Farragut (with double-page illustration). Light edge toning, cover partly detached, else about fine. A superior exemplar of this influential publication. $46.00

2102. World War II. “Newsmap” for the Armed Forces, issued weekly during the war. A graphic summary of events. Original folds, opening to 35 x 46. Color. Occasional fold wear, else fine. Ex-lib.
A. Apr. 27 to May 4, 1944. South Pacific, Approaches to Japan, Air Offensive over Germany. $22.50
B. July 31 to Aug. 7, 1945. Atomic Bomb dropped, Potsdam Conference, Extensive of Gen. MacArthur’s command. $22.50
C. July 10 to July 17, 1942. Russian front, Burma, Vichy fleet, plane recognition. $22.50
D. Oct. 23 to Oct. 30, 1942. Guadalcanal, Caucasus, China, American fighter planes. $22.50
E. Jan. 24 to Jan. 31, 1945. To Berlin, Manila, Japan. $22.50

2103. World War II. Envelope made from German battle map. Outside blank, unused. Of period. $10.00

2104. World War II Patriotic Covers. Group of 6 different, postally used, all with cachets. Assorted patriotic and military themes. Fine. $25.00 (6 diff.)

2105. World War II. view image U.S. Army Air Force wings for glider pilot. White embroidery, letter “G” in center, on khaki cloth. 2 x 4-1/4. Very fine. $7.00

2106. World War II. U.S. Army Air Force pilot wings for Senior Balloon. White embroidery, star over balloon in center, on dark brown heavy cloth. 2-1/4 x 4-1/4. Very fine. $7.00

2107. World War II. “Canada/U.S.A.” pilot wings, embroidered in light blue on navy felt cloth, in form of eagle. “Canada” above wings, “U.S.A.” below. Worn by volunteer American pilots who enlisted in Royal Canadian Air Force 1939-41. They later served in England under Britain’s Royal Air Force. Overall 2-1/4 x 3. Very fine. $7.00

2108. Official Military Ballot. For military voter in 1952 Presidential election, Eisenhower vs. Stevenson. 3-1/2 x 8-1/2, opening to 15 x 16. Unused. New York. Crisp. Scarce. $30.00

2109. 1968 Presidential Campaign. Republican National Convention, Miami Beach, Aug. 5-9. Set of five admission tickets, 3 x 7-1/2, for Press, each a different color, with two attached stubs. In original envelope. Mint. $25.00 set

2110. Clinton Presidential Inaugural Gala. Jan. 19, 1997. Ticket, 3 x 8-1/2, metallic trim. A “Network Television Broadcast.” Mint. $9.50

2111. George H.W. Bush - Dan Quayle Inaugural Celebration. Jan. 1989. Invitations, each with gilt Presidential Seal and original envelope. 5 x 6-3/4. Mint.
A. Two different: for Inaugural opening, Jan. 18, and for Salute to First Lady, Jan. 19. $24.50 (2 pcs. plus envelope)
B. Two different: for Inaugural dinner, Jan. 18, and Vice Presidential Reception, Jan. 19. $24.50 (2 pcs. plus envelope)
C. Two different: for Inaugural gala, Jan. 19, and American Bicentennial Presidential Inauguration, Jan. 21. $24.50 (2 pcs. plus envelope)

2112. “Jimmy Carter for President.” Election poster, 1976, with facsimile signature. Framed under glass, 13-1/2 x 20-1/2. Green border. Smiling pose. Trimmed at top margin. Fine. $15.00

2113. “Silent Majority Mobilization Committee.” Pro-Nixon flyer, 1970, 9 x 11. From Vietnam War period. Announcement of a “Rally for America,” May 22, 1970, in New York City, with names of Judge Mario Procaccino (earlier N.Y.C. Mayoral candidate), politicians James Buckley, Sen. Martin Knorr, and others. On verso: letter to public of support for Pres. Nixon, attacking S.D.S., and more. Mint. $12.00

2114. “Here’s Johnny!” Color cover of Life magazine, Jan. 23, 1970, showing Johnny Carson, “The Lonesome Hero of Middle America.” Boldly signed “Best Wishes....” Horizontal half-fold, two scratches passing through signature, else good plus. Reclusive, notwithstanding his fame. $29.00

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3000. Confederate Agent. By James D. Horan. Illustrated history of the Confederacy, with emphasis on the secret Confederate plot to kill Andrew Johnson, in which Jefferson Davis was involved. Crown, N.Y., 1954, 326 pp., index, d.j. Fine. $10.50

3001. Andersonville. History of the Confederate prison, by Putch. Includes role of Capt. Wirz, and relocation from Richmond. Andersonville was responsible for deaths of thousands of its prisoners. Pub. by University of Florida Press, 1968, 145 pp., cloth, index, illustrations. Dustjacket very good, contents fine. Rare. $33.00

3002. Civil War Diary. Of Frederic A. James, edited by Hammer. Said to be one of the most objective accounts of captivity during the Civil War. James was captured in 1863 in an attack on Ft. Sumter. He was imprisoned in five different Confederate prisons, and died in Andersonville. Pub. by Fairleigh Dickinson University, N.J., 1973, 153 pp., cloth, index. Dustjacket edge toned, else very fine. Very scarce. $28.50

3003. The Civil War Diary of Clara Solomon. “Growing Up in New Orleans 1861-62,” ed. by Elliott Ashkenazi. Written by Clara at age 16-17. Louisiana State University Press, 1995. Illus., index, 458 pp., d.j. Already showing writing talent, Clara, a Jewish high-school student of Sephardic descent, writes of daily happenings, school, family, visitors, and life in an occupied city as a loyal Confederate. Discusses her sadness at loss of Gen. Garnett; Beauregard, Ellsworth, Jackson, Butler, the meaning of the Confederate flag to her, friends going to join the Confederate Army. Unusual. As new. $23.50

3004. The Orphan Brigade. By William C. Davis. The story of the Kentucky Confederates “who couldn’t go home.” While the state of Kentucky joined with the Union, the 1st Kentucky Brigade sided with the South, fighting at Shiloh, Vicksburg, Chickamauga, and Atlanta; Breckenridge one of their leaders. The true account of their four fighting years. Doubleday, N.Y., 1980. Illus., index, d.j. Near new. $10.50

3005. Guide to Archives of the Government of the Confederate States of America. By Henry P. Bears. Pub. by National Archives, G.S.A., Washington, D.C., 1965. 536 pp., cloth, index. Fine. $25.00

3006. Directory of Archives & Manuscript Repositories. Prepared by National Archives & Records Service. Pub. by G.S.A., Washington, D.C., 1978. 105 pp., cloth. Very fine. $29.00

3007. History of U.S. Colored Troops in the Civil War. Like Men of War - Black Troops in the Civil War, by N.A. Trudeau. From 1862-65, 180,000 African-Americans served in the U.S. Army. Battlefield experiences and accounts from diaries, letters and newspapers are some sources for black soldiers who served in Burnside’s Expedition, and at Fort Wagner, Appomattox, Nashville, etc. Little, Brown, 1998, 1st ed., 548 pp., soft cover, illus., maps, index. As new. $14.50

3008. African-American Fraternities and Sororities - The Divine Nine. By Laurence C. Ross, Jr. Unusual historical survey, with chapters at most universities and colleges across the country. Includes timely listing of prominent members, biographies, interviews, and numerous photos. Pub. by Kensington, N.Y., 465 pp., index, d.j. As new. $9.75

3009. Civil War Dictionary. By Mark Boatner. The classic reference in its field. Random House, N.Y., revised edition, 1987, 974 pp., maps. Soft cover. New. $24.00

3010. Generals in Gray. The classic reference on 425 Confederate Generals, with photograph and biography of each. 420 pp., cloth, d.j., appendix of battles. Many of the photographs are from private sources, heretofore little-known. One of the foundation volumes of any Civil War library. New. $36.95

3011. More Generals in Gray. A newer reference work, by Bruce S. Allardice, and adjunct to Warner’s original Generals in Gray. Containing 137 additional Confederate Generals unlisted in Warner’s book. 425 pp., illus., cloth. New. $32.95

3012. Generals in Blue. Warner’s companion to Generals in Gray, this work his classic reference to some 583 Union Generals. Photograph and biography of each officer. Including invaluable listing of the 1,367 additional Union General Officers who never held full rank. 680 pp., cloth, d.j. New. $44.95

3013. Webster’s Geographical Dictionary. Latest edition, with over 47,000 places, 218 maps, 15,000 cross-references, 1,370 pp., cloth, d.j. Including alternate and former place-names, and foreign-language variants. In addition to countries of the world and cities, in many cases natural features, populations, sizes, and economic and historical information is provided. An essential reference tool for home, office, school or library. Brand new. $34.95

3014. Autographs of the Confederacy. Limited Edition of handwriting examples of the men who led the South. Nearly 600 high quality photographic reproductions. Printed on acid-free paper, bound in library-quality bookcloth, French marbled endpapers, silk ribbon placemark. Nested limitation leaf autographed by Robert E. Lee, IV (great-grandson of R.E. Lee), William Wirt Allen, III (great-grandson of C.S.A. Gen. William Wirt Allen), and compiler Michael Reese II. With today’s prices for Confederate autographs, this pictorial reference can pay for itself in short order. The original - and definitive - work on the subject. Copies reside in the libraries of many descendants of the Generals of the Confederacy whose autographs are pictured within. Not one omission. Published by us, now long O.P. Supply now very limited. Mint. $125.00

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3015. Autographs of the Confederacy. Extra-deluxe connoisseur’s edition. All edges gilt. Bound by hand, with black silk moiré boards stamped in gold, platinum-grey silk moiré endleaves. Printed on acid-free paper. Numbered limitation leaf, with signatures of Lee IV, Allen III, and compiler. In custom fitted heavy Mylar dustjacket. Content identical to preceding edition. With letter signed by publisher’s book designer, describing history of and materials used in this exceptional collectors’ keepsake binding. A stunning confection – as rare as its subject matter – for the Civil War historian and connoisseur of fine bindings alike. Only twenty copies originally made. Supply very limited. Mint. $225.00

3016. In Yankee Doodle’s Pocket. “The Myth, Magic and Politics of Money in Early America.” By Will Nipper. 567 pp., cloth, d.j., 2008. Hundreds of illustrations, with many fascinating surprises on the wide range of foreign coins and unusual money used in America, from colonial days to about 1840. Unique subject matter, based on years of research. “Through the day-to-day instruments of trade and commerce, this work reveals the myriad threads of culture and hidden history that together wove a new nation....” Signed by author. Mint. $58.50

3017. “The Past that Would Not Die.” The dramatic account by author Walter Lord, of James H. Meredith’s enrollment in the University of Mississippi, and the resulting crisis involving Pres. Kennedy, Attorney Gen. Robert Kennedy, the state of Miss., and the U.S. government. Harper & Row, N.Y., first ed., 1965, index. Engrossing work on this historic civil rights battle. Minor d.j. wear, else fine. $7.75

3018. “Monstrous American Car Spotter’s Guide.” Unsurpassed pictorial reference on cars 1920-80. Compiled by Tad Burness. Over 1,000 pp., 10,000 illustrations. Red cloth. Containing pictures not found elsewhere, including views of trim, interiors, and detail, indispensible in research and identification. Near new. Long O.P. Copies commanded up to 200.00 in the 1990s. $95.00

3019. “Martyrdom in Missouri.” “A History of Religious Prosecution, Seizure of Churches, and Persection of Ministers...During the late Civil War.” By Rev. W.M. Leftwich. St. Louis, 1870. Tooled cloth, variant persimmon binding, 436 pp. Vol. 1 (of 2, though not stated). Dramatic impact on churches and clergy in the only state noted for religious persecution during the Civil War. Some cover wear, internally very fine. Very scarce. $70.00

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