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Golfer (1890–1979) who was the first to win the US Open and US Amateur in the same year. Vintage fountain pen signature, “Best of best wishes from Chi

Pencil magnate (1859–1946) who expanded the global presence of his family’s art supplies business. TLS, one page, 8.25 x 11, illustrated personal lett

Pencil magnate (1859–1946) who expanded the global presence of his family’s art supplies business. Vintage fountain pen signature, “Yours truly, Eberh

Professional golfer (1901–1988) best known for winning the 1928 US Open. Vintage pencil signature, “‘Best wishes,’ Johnny Farrell,” on an off-white 4.

College Football Hall of Famer (1908–1989) who played at Ohio State and went on to be head coach at Wesleyan, Pittsburgh, Ohio State, and Minnesota. V

American industrialist (1868–1938) who organized the Firestone Tire & Rubber Company in 1900. He later became a close associate of Henry Ford an...

American illustrator (1877–1934) best known for his characteristic depictions of beautiful girls, which appeared in scores of books and magazines. Vin

Instantly recognizable vintage ink signature, “James Montgomery Flagg,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page. In fine condition, with a bit of light edge to

Professional boxing brothers from Minnesota who are both members of the World Boxing Hall of Fame. Vintage ballpoint signatures, “Best Wishes, Del Fla

World-class balloonist, WWI veteran, and president of Fleischmann’s Yeast from 1925 to 1929. Vintage fountain pen signature, “Max C. Fleischmann,” on

Scottish bacteriologist (1881–1955) who shared the 1945 Nobel Prize in Medicine for his role in the discovery and isolation of penicillin. Vintage fou

Dutch-American aircraft manufacturer (1890–1939) who designed the Fokker Dr.I triplane, the plane made famous by the ‘Red Baron.’ Vintage fountain pen

French aviator who ended WWI as the top Allied fighter ace (1894–1953). Bold vintage ink signature, “Ct. Rene Fonck,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page.

Pioneering motion picture executive (1879–1952) who founded the Fox Film Corporation in 1915. Vintage ink signature, “Wm. Fox,” on an off-white 4.5 x

AMQS on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page. Friml pens five bars of music from his opera ‘Rose Marie,’ signing under the quote. In fine condition, with some

Vintage ballpoint signature, “Indira Gandhi,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page. In fine condition.

Vintage fountain pen signature, “Gorgeously yours, Gorgeous George,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page. In fine condition, with light toning to edges and

Legendary Italian tenor (1890–1957) who takes a place among the most revered operatic artists of all time. Vintage 3.25 x 5.25 postcard photo, signed

Architect (1859–1934) and designer of the Woolworth Building. ANS signed “Cass Gilbert,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page, October 27, 1927. In full: “I

British novelist and scriptwriter (1864–1943) who pioneered mass-market women's erotic fiction. She coined the use of ‘It’ as a euphemism for se...

Original vintage signed ink sketch of Mike and Ike and Boob McNutt exchanging pleasantries on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page. In fine condition.

Original vintage signed ink sketch of Dick Tracy on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page. A uniform shade of toning, otherwise fine condition.

Ink signature, “Billy Graham,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page. In fine condition.

Vintage fountain pen signature, “‘Red’ Grange,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 lined page. Even overall toning and a small tear and reinforcement to bindin

Trailblazing filmmaker (1875–1948) who directed a number of important early classics, including Intolerance and the iconic Birth of a Nation. Vintage

Inventor known as ‘The Father of Radio Control’ (1888–1965). Vintage ink signature, “and with the best wishes of John Hays Hammond, Jr.,” on an off-wh

AQS signed “Very truly yours, William S. Hart,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 lined page. Hart pens a line from Macbeth. In full: “‘Life is but a walking

Stock car racer (1891–1970) reported to have set a world land speed record of 180 mph at the Daytona Beach Road Course on April 7, 1922. Vintage fount

Distinguished Japanese actor (1889–1973) best known for his Oscar-nominated portrayal of a prison-camp commander in the film Bridge on the River Kwai.

Vintage fountain pen signature, “Jascha Heifetz 1929,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page. In fine condition, with some stray ink flecks under signature.

Terrific vintage fountain pen signature, “Audrey Hepburn,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page. In fine condition.

American pioneer of restaurant ratings who licensed his name to a number of food products, including a popular line of cake mixes (1880–1959). Vintage

Vintage ballpoint signature, “James R. Hoffa,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page. In fine condition, with moderate skipping to ink in his last name.

Vintage ink signatures, “Herbert Hoover,” on individual off-white 4.5 x 2.5 pages (one lined). Also includes a fountain pen signature of his son, “Her

TLS, one page, 7.25 x 10.5, Federal Bureau of Investigation letterhead, April 7, 1950. Letter to a police stenographer. In part: “I wish to thank you

Vintage fountain pen signature, “J. Edgar Hoover,” on an off-white 5.25 x 3.25 personal stationery card. In fine condition.

Billiards player (1887–1959) considered the best player in the first half of the 20th century. Vintage fountain pen signature, “William F. Hoppe, 11/1

Photographer (1911–2006) best known for his famous shot of five Marines raising the flag on Iwo Jima. Vintage fountain pen signature, “Joe Rosenthal,”

Powerful boxing promoter (1880–1953) who arranged fights for legends such as Joe Louis, Max Baer, and Max Schmeling. Vintage fountain pen signature, “

Swiss actor (1884–1950) and the first winner of the Academy Award for Best Actor. With the advent of sound films, his thick accent ended his career. H

Pioneer of early cinema and one of the inventors of television, though he used mechanical rather than electronic technologies (1867–1934). Vintage fou

College Football Hall of Famer (1905–1963) who played at the University of Minnesota, where he was an All-American in 1926 and 1927. Vintage fountain

Co-founder of the Victor Talking Machine Company, which became the leading American producer of phonographs and records (1867–1945). Vintage ink signa

Vintage fountain pen signature, “Sincerely, Al Jolson,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 lined page. In fine condition, with light overall toning and reinfor

Professional wrestler (1903–1965) who appeared in a few films throughout the 1940s, including Tarzan and the Leopard Woman. Vintage ink signatures, “W

Professional wrestler (1903–1965) who appeared in a few films throughout the 1940s, including Tarzan and the Leopard Woman. Vintage ink signatures, “K

Ballpoint signature and inscription, “To Fred Hall, Best regards, Buster Keaton,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page. In fine condition.

Neat vintage pencil signature, “Sincerely yours, Helen Keller,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page. In fine condition.

Pole-sitter credited with popularizing the fad in 1924; he set a record after sitting atop a pole in Newark for 12 days. Vintage fountain pen signatur

Vintage fountain pen signature, “Robert F. Kennedy,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page. In very good condition, with toning to borders, noticeable paperc

Australian nurse (1880–1952) who pioneered the treatment of polio. Vintage fountain pen signature, “Elizabeth Kenny,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page.

Original vintage signed ink sketch of Dennis the Menace on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page, signed “Hank Ketcham, Dennis’s Dad.” In fine condition, with l

Original vintage signed ink sketch of Hazel on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page, signed “Best wishes from Ted Key and Hazel.” In fine condition.

Vintage fountain pen signature, “H. E. Kimmel” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page. In fine condition.

Australian aviator (1897–1935) who made the first trans-Pacific flight from the United States to Australia in 1928. He disappeared during a flight ove

Australian aviator (1897–1935) who made the first trans-Pacific flight from the United States to Australia in 1928. He disappeared during a flight ove

Vintage fountain pen signature, “Rudyard Kipling,” on a 2.5 x 2 slip affixed to an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page. In fine condition, with light soiling to

Original vintage signed ink sketch of the Katzenjammer kids waving on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page, signed “Knerr ’32.” In fine condition, with light t

Vintage ink signature, “Fritz Kreisler,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 lined page. In fine condition, with light overall toning.

TLS, one page, 7.75 x 11, Universal Pictures Corporation letterhead, June 17, 1927. Response to an admirer. In part: “I enclose herewith my autograph

Founder (1867–1939) of Universal Studios and one of the most influential figures in the earliest years of the American film industry. Vintage fountain

American politician (1882–1947) who was mayor of New York City from 1934 to 1945. Vintage ink signature, “F. LaGuardia,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 pag

First baseball commissioner (1866–1944) who helped restore public confidence in baseball following the Black Sox scandal of 1919. Fountain pen signatu

American sports journalist and humorist (1885–1933). Vintage fountain pen signature, “Ring Lardner,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 lined page. In fine con

TLS signed “F. Leahy,” one page, 8.5 x 11, University of Notre Dame letterhead, January 23, 1950. Response to an admirer. In part: “Am most happy to e

Renowned college football coach (1908–1973). Vintage ink signature and inscription, “To Fred J. Hall, Sincerely, Frank Leahy,” on an off-white 4.5 x 3

French-born Hall of Fame tennis player (1899–1938) who achieved much success in the sport from 1919 to 1926, including two Olympic gold medals and 31

French-born Hall of Fame tennis player (1899–1938) who achieved much success in the sport from 1919 to 1926, including two Olympic gold medals and 31

US Army officer and inventor (1858–1931) best known for his Lewis Machine Gun, which was commonly used from WWI up through the Korean War, often mount

American poet (1879–1931) whose employment of midwestern themes earned him the sobriquet ‘Prairie Troubadour.’ Vintage fountain pen signature, “Vachel

Wrestler known as ‘The Golden Greek’ who was especially popular during the Great Depression (1897–1975). Ballpoint signature, “All the best, Jim Londo

Ballpoint signature, “Joe Louis,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page. In fine condition.

Vintage ink signature, “Douglas MacArthur,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page. In very good condition, with toning and soiling to borders and a clear pie

Proponent of physical culture, a combination of bodybuilding with nutritional and health theories (1868–1955). He also established a publishing empire

Vintage fountain pen signature, “G. C. Marshall,” on an off-white 5 x 3 War Department stationery card. In fine condition.

Vintage ballpoint signature, “Groucho Marx,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page. In fine condition, with light edge toning.

Early vintage ballpoint signature, “Willie Mays,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page. In fine condition.

Physicians who worked together in the family’s medical practice, which eventually evolved into the famed Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. Vintage

Original vintage signed ink sketch of Jiggs on an off-white 4.5 x 2.25 page, signed “Geo. McManus.” Light toning and soiling to edges and a slightly t

Religious zealot who gained fame and thousands of followers with her flamboyant preaching on radio (1890–1944). Vintage fountain pen signature, “Aimee

Vintage fountain pen signatures, “Best wishes & regards, Sincerely, Mills Bros., Donald,” “Harry,” “Herbert,” and “John,” on an off-white 4.5 x ...

First two-time winner of the Indianapolis 500, also notable for having only one functional eye (1893–1962). Vintage ink signature, “Tommy Milton,” on

Vintage fountain pen signature, “Wm. Mitchell,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page. In fine condition.

US Navy admiral (1887–1947) who commanded the Fast Carrier Task Force in the Pacific during the latter part of World War II. Vintage fountain pen sign

Vintage fountain pen signature, “Montgomery of Alamein, F. M.,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page. In fine condition.

Vintage ink signature, “Grandma Moses,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page. In fine condition.

Vintage fountain pen signature, “Louis Mountbatten,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page. In fine condition, with light edge toning.

Vintage fountain pen signature and inscription, “To Fred—my best to you, Sincerely, Audie Murphy,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page. In fine condition.

Vintage fountain pen signature, “E. R. Murrow,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page. In very good condition, with paper loss to the upper right corner (aff

Vintage ink signature, “Jawaharlal Nehru, Oct. 1949,” an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page. In very good condition, with toning to borders and a clear piece of

Vintage fountain pen signature, “C. W. Nimitz,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page. In fine condition, with light edge toning.

Vintage ballpoint signature, “Richard Nixon,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page. In fine condition, with a bit of light edge toning.

Finnish long-distance runner who won seven Olympic Gold medals and held the world record for the mile, 4 minutes 10.4 seconds, from 1923 to 1931. Scar

Crisp vintage ink signature, “Eugene O’Neill,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page. In fine condition.

Illustrator (1874–1944) known for creating the cartoon cupids, The Kewpies, which were featured in women's magazines and comic strips until her ...

Original vintage signed ink sketch of Happy Hooligan on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 page, dated November 2, 1928. In fine condition.

New York City hotel owner (1870–1939) who offered the Orteig Prize for the first non-stop transatlantic flight between New York and Paris. Uncommon vi

Vintage fountain pen signature, “Best wishes Mickey Daniels family of ‘Our Gang’,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5 lightly-lined sheet. In fine condition, w

Aviator known as ‘Upside-Down Pangborn’ for his aerial stunts (1895–1958); he was also the first to complete a nonstop trans-Pacific flight. Vintage b

Inventor and industrialist (1863–1937) who founded the Parker Pen Company. Vintage fountain pen signature, “Geo. S. Parker,” on an off-white 4.5 x 2.5