Cheyenne Chief Two Moon's Beaded Hide Tobacco Bag Deaccessioned from the Henry County Historical Society Indiana sinew-sewn and beaded using colors of pony trader blue green red white-heart and greasy yellow total length 16.5 in.Included is a handwritten note:Dear Lynn This pipe bag belonged to "Two Moons" and was used by him during the last years of his life.? It was given to me by "Little Whirlwind" the last of his many wives.Two Moons was the war chief of the Cheyenne Indians and led them in Custer's battle.? He could have without doubt given an authentic account of the battle; but repeated efforts on the part of government officials historians and curious people were fruitless.I was his physician during the last year of his life and had many interesting talks with him.I once asked him if he know who shot "Yellow Hair" (Custer) and he answered "yes " farther than that I never got.? He would talk by the hour of Indian legends superstitions etc. and seem to enjoy it - but of Custer's Battle never.? He was past 90 at his death and his mind was unusually clear to the lash.? I considered him much above the average Indian intellectually --I thought you might like to hear this on account of its historical connection.? Wishing you a Merry X-mas.Love as Ever H.Clay MarkDonated in 1926. Deaccessioned from the Henry County Historical Society Indiana Condition: Expected wear; couple small holes in legging; insignificant bead loss; hide had been waxed during museum storage.
Victor Victrola phonograph, The Talking Machine style VV-XI #1105. ht. 15 in. , wd. 21 1/2 in. Provenance: From an estate in Lloyd Ha. : Victor Victrola phonograph, The Talking Machine style VV-XI #1105. ht. 15 in. , wd. 21 1/2 in. Provenance: From an estate in Lloyd Harbor, Long Island, New York Condition All lots are sold "AS IS" The condition of lots can vary widely and are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. *No credit card payments will be accepted for silver, gold, or jewelry from buyers that have not purchased from our gallery in the past.
Eva Lootz (Austrian, b. 1940); Two works of art: Talking Leaves II; Aquatint; Signed and numbered 12/35; 23 1/4" x 17 1/4" (plate); 29 7/8" x 22 1/4" (sheet); Talking Leaves III; Aquatint; Signed and numbered 12/35; 23 1/4" x 17 1/4" (plate); 29 7/8" x 22 1/4" (sheet)
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Indian Sign Talk By In-Go-Nom-Pa-Shi: For your consideration in this lot is an instructional book of Native American Indian sign talk by In-Go-Nom-Pa-Shi. The book shows images of the Native American Indian sign talk, as it can best be translated to English. The book shows a comprehensive list of hand signs and details of the proper movement, along with the translated meanings. The cover of the book has been redone by the Butte Silver Bow Public Library. The book is clearly designed as a teaching and reference guide to the hand signs. The piece shows good condition overall, with only minor wear. The book measures 9 1/4" tall by 6 1/4" wide.
TALKING WORLD OF DISNEY GOOFY DOLL TOY: Original packaging, original collectible book. Working order. A vintage TALKING WORLD OF DISNEY doll, produced by Horsman in 1972, with original packaging, including collector's HISTORY OF DOLLS book. Doll has a pull string and says approximately a half dozen different things. In working condition. Original packaging has age related wear, and tape at the top. . . Issued: 1972. Manufacturer: Horsman. Country of Origin: United States Condition Box has age related wear Available payment options on Bidsquare
A Group of Seven Autograph Letters Signed by Henry Clay, 1820-1848, full text is available, the documents as follows:; letter signed to his sister-in-law, dated from Washington, 4 March, 1820; letter signed to Martin Duralde, Esq., dated from Washington Aug., 1827, declaring "that Genl. Jackson has at last taken the field against me…I anticipate an easy victory"; two letters of introduction for William C.C. Claiborne, Esq., of N. Orleans, dated from Ashland 22nd Sept., 1845; letter to William C.C. Claiborne, Esq., dated "On Board the Bunker Hill, Mississippi River, 4th Dec.," informing Claiborne that he has his horse on board and will deliver it to N. Orleans; letter to William C.C. Claiborne, Esq., dated from Ashland 7th Aug. 1846, talking about politics, gardening and an unbroken horse; letter to William C.C. Claiborne, Esq., dated from Ashland 29th Sept. 1848, talking about the "melancholy event of the death of Mr. Duralde" $3000/5000 Note: Henry Clay, the celebrated Kentucky statesman, was a contemporary of W. C. C. Claiborne's. In fact the two families were intimately connected. Claiborne was married to Clarisse Duralde, daughter of Martin Duralde, and Clay's brother John was married to her sister, Julie. Additionally, Clarisse and Julie's younger brother, Martin Duralde, Jr. eventually married Henry Clay's daughter, Susan Hart Clay. These three families were powerful in the New Orleans community and the United States. Clay, in particular, is noted for his political career, serving as a United State Senator, Representative, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Secretary of State. He tried and failed to reach the White House in four elections. William Charles Cole Claiborne, Jr., was son of the famed Governor of Louisiana. Following in his father's footsteps, he too entered politics in Louisiana. He served as Secretary of State of Louisiana from 1837-38 and as Speaker of the House of Representatives of Louisiana from 1842-43.
Victor Victrola floor model Talking Machine phonograph; in oak cabinet, with stencils from the Stewart Talking Machine Co., Indianapolis, and Victor Victrola Co. under lid. Two door record cabinet below, brass fittings, complete with crank, 2 boxes of needles, and 78 record library in alphabetical binders. Metal Victor Victrola plaque with patent 1904 and serial # VV-XIV-144840. 47"H x 20"W x 22"D. Very good condition; was cared for by single owner, works very well.
William Hobbs 70th Indiana Infantry Civil War Archive 35 items (29 soldier??Ts letters) 1862-1865. A soldier in the 70th Indiana William Hobbs wrote home regularly to his family to keep them up apprised of his experiences in the Civil War. Despite being an invading army in enemy territory Hobbs??Ts experiences during the first year and a half of his service were comparatively easy as the 70th saw only light action in the rear guard performing a vital but unglamorous service guarding railroads mostly in Tennessee. In a solid correspondence mostly addressed to his younger brother Perry William provides engaging descriptions of his Civil War experiences the boredom of camp life and excitement of battle the ebb and flow of morale and the frustrations of politics and southern people. Throughout William keeps a hand in the business at home providing friendly advice to his younger brother on everything from the price of hogs to farming and family relations. For the first half of his service the 70th Indiana was seldom engaged in large-scale affairs and at Gallatin Tenn. Dec 18 1862 Hobbs described the most common kind of danger the men encountered: The other day 3 of us boys got tired of old bed and we thought we must have a pig and we went out side of the pickets and killed one and the Colonel saw us at it and after we ate the pig up he put us in the guard house for a while. I don??Tt mind it much only the name of it. No more about that... Yet despite his relatively easy time of it Hobbs was no less inclined to tolerate the numerous Confederate sympathizers back home. Still at Gallatin Tenn. on Feb 4 1863 he wrote to his younger brother Perry: I hope they will kill every infernal lowlife Rebel in the State. I hope to God they will kill Brady the first one. Clean out the leaders first. But when it came to sending his brother into the army William was adamant: Perry you said in your letter that you were going to enlist with Tom. If you know what is best for you you had better stay at home and Father.... You cannot stand it in the army. The other day the scouts out of our regiment was out scouting the other night. They went up to a house and went in and found a Rebel colonel and a Captain and a Private at home. They make them give up their arms. They had many revolvers. They have got them locked in prison we will not let them fellows go I will bet on that... Among William??Ts greatest concerns at Gallatin and then Nashville were the stream of rumors about where they would next be sent and the ever-present prospect of taking ill: Perry the smallpox is verry bad at this place he wrote from Nashville on Nov. 14 1863 there is not many in our regiment taken it yet. They has been a great many died with it at this place But I think it will be checked before long. Perry we had a big sham battle to day. I tell you now it was nice to hear the roaring of cannon and musketry and the brass bands playing... They had a glimpse of a real a month later: I did not know but you would think we was in the fight at Murfrees Boro -- the 70th was not in the battle but we would have like to been in it we were in 14 miles of the place where they were fighting we heard loud roaring of the Cannon and guns During the fight we got Dayly news from there every day we read about the men falling on both sides. It was terrible to think about and after the battle was over to read about it. It was worse yet that was the greattest slaughter that has ever been yet. They was a great many boys in that battle that I new... In the following spring Hobbs and the men of the 70th Indiana became part of the massive movement against Atlanta and the collection includes a handful of letters written during that time. On Aug. 28 1864 Hobbs described the scene on the Chattahoochee River with a confidence born of constant success: We got orders to fall back across the river and so I could not write to you. I guess it was all the better. Falling back here was done in order to draw the Rebs out of Atlanta after us so that our right could swing around in the rear of Atlanta but I guess they are not going to come out very far for fear that they will be gobbled up.... Perry there is a good deal of talk about going home to vote. I do not know how to think about it. I do hope it is so for I would like to clean out some of them copperheads. In another letter from November written near Atlanta he again showed confidence in the face of enemy advance: The Rebs are trying to attact us here. Again heavy cannoning were heard this morning in the city. The report is that they are trying to take Atlanta again. We are lying 6 miles from Atlanta... As the regiment continued on the March to the Sea they did sustain casualties. At Hardeeville Ga. Jan 7 1865 William wrote with sad news: Well Perry I am sorry to say this morning that Anderson Fowler is Dead. I saw him the Day Before he Died he talked sensible then he told me that he was going to die and talked of home. I talked to him and every thing I could to encourage him but it would not do any good... The Hobbs collection includes a small number of post-war letters including a boy??Ts letter from Iowa mentioning that his father had killed two quails and four rabbits (includes two drawings of birds on the back); also a letter from a young man named John with a classic complaint: Perry you said Katie was going to kick my ass don??Tt you think she will have to reach for it. You know it is high up if we cant go up there we can stop at Van Sickles and get a drink. I could have fun with the girls here if I had a good fellow to run with. You know I am too darned bashful when I am alone... A classic of rough-hewn writing from a typical western soldier. Some interesting illustrated letterheads and envelopes accompany many letters. Condition: Expected wear and tear with minor soiling and weak folds on some letters.
2V Harry Hieover STABLE TALK AND TABLE TALK 1845/1846 Antique English History Equestrian Husbandry Half Leather Binding Colts Training Sport Racing Title: Stable Talk and Table Talk or Spectacles for the Young SportsmanAuthor: Harry HieoverPublisher: Longman, Brown, Green, and LongmansCity: LondonYear: 1845/1846Printing Information: Other - see descriptionBinding Style: HardcoverNumber of Volumes: 2 Full Set: YesWidth: 6" Height: 9"Book Details: Condition / Notes: This handsome antique two-volume set has been rebound in dark red half-leather with red cloth and stamped gilt lettering and ornamental design on the spines. The spines have raised bands. These volumes show very minor chipping along spine edges. The bindings are sound, and both volumes feature marbled endpapers with a previous owner's name written on the pastedown. The text block features gilt page edges. The pages show moderate age toning in the margins, and a frontispiece features a portrait of the author.For lots which include only books, our shipping charge applies to any address within the fifty United States. For lots which are not books, the stated shipping cost in this listing will apply only to addresses within the continental 48 states. Within those parameters, the shipping cost for this lot will be: $6.50
Hawthorne & Sheble ''Non Pareil'' (''No Equal'') H & S began in Philadelphia mid-90s as talking machine dealers and makers of accessories. Edison soon black-balled them for minor offenses but they enjoyed a long and fruitful collaboration with Columbia. Within a year or so H & S introduced a line of fine furniture incorporating a talking machine mechanism and record storage. The quality of this piece is evident. Housing a Type 'A' Graphophone.Provenance: Dr. Richard PopeE
Action Figure President George W Bush
Talking action figure which is still talking. He is programmed with 25 unique authentic phrases. Outfit is complete with Texas Cowboy Boots.
Era or Time Period: 2003
Size Dimensions: 12" tall figure
Manufacturer: Toypresidents, Inc.
"I DID NOT WANT TO GET INVOLVED IN TALKS ABOUT BELGIAN AFFAIRS" CHURCHILL, WINSTON. Typed Letter Signed, with holograph salutation, "Private. My dear [André] de Staerke," thanking him for sending his money, denying reports in the newspapers that he "dined with the Duke of Windsor to meet King Leopold," who had not been invited to the dinner because he "told the Duke of Windsor that I did not want to get involved in talks about Belgian affairs," and touching on the weather, his painting, and the progress with the book [his Marlborough biography?]. 2 pages, small 4to, written on two sheets, "28, Hyde Park Gate" stationery; folds, hole punched in upper left corner, minor paperclip staining at top left of first page. Monte-Carlo, 5 January 1948
"Victor Talking Machine" Phonograph: "Victor Talking Machine" phonograph in oak case. Model VV-50 Serial Number 122882. 12" wide, 17 1/2" long. Condition Condition information and/or statements of condition are not included in auction item descriptions. Any condition information which may be included is for information purposes only and may not be relied upon as the equivalent of a formal Condition Report. Condition Reports must be requested in writing, and will be provided in writing. ”
(LETTERS AND INSCRIPTION) BORGLUM, GUTZON - LOT INCLUDES AN INSCRIBED BOOK, TWO TLS'S AND AN ALS (1) ALS to Marie Meloney, discusses travels through the south. Talks about making the President's bust. (2) TLS - 6/5/26 - to Marie Meloney, talks about engraving two coins with a pocket knife. (3) TLS - 5/21/26 - to William Meloney - discusses poem Meloney sent to him. Both TLS's on "Wars of America" monument letterhead. (4) (Book) Borglum, Gutzon "Exhibition of Sculptures - Columbia University", 1914. Inscribed in the title page to "Missy" (Marie Meloney).
Victor V Disc Talking Machine, Camden, New Jersey, c. 1910, 12-in. turntable on oak case with molded base, tin tag attached to front reading in part Victor Talking Machine Co., 22-in. dia. oak horn with original colored decal and original gilt-decorated cast iron needle arm bracket, and additional needles. Estimate $700-900 running condition, appears to be original finish on case and horn. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
FINISHING A MOVEABLE FEAST; BEGINNING A DANGEROUS SUMMER HEMINGWAY, ERNEST. Autograph Letter Signed, "Ernest," to Nathan "Bill" Davis ("Dear Bill"), remarking on his efforts to keep his weight down, reporting that he is on chapter 45 [of what would later become A Moveable Feast], expressing his hope to finish the book in Spain, mentioning the bullfighting of Antonio [Ordóñez] including a fight with Luis Miguel [Dominguín, Ordóñez's brother-in-law], and describing his plans to visit Las Vegas or Yellowstone and to attend San Isidro in Spain [bullfighting festival]. 2 pages, 4to, written on one side of each sheet, onion-skin paper; each sheet mounted at three points at top verso, hoizontal folds; matted with a portrait photograph and framed. (RKM) Ketchum, ID, 22 Feb[ruary] 1959
". . . Been working very hard and keeping in good shape. But with shooting season over is harder to keep weight down. Am 208--should be 204. . . .
"With only 2 weeks more here before we have to get back to Cuba am on chap 45 with maybe 4-6 to go so cannot finish here. But we are going to come to Spain cuesta lo que cuesta and will finish book at your place if that is OK with you. Have taken everything you said literally same as we used to be in Mexico.
"Antonio wrote us here. He wanted to come up between fights in Colombia. It is a badly broken flight though and no guaranty he could make it back on time to fight. I could probably get a plane from friends to fly him . . . . Anyway we talked on the phone yesterday and he was the same lonely guy as always . . . and when he finishes in S.A. and comes to N.Y. he will join us or not as and if possible. We could drive from here to Las Vegas on way to Cuba which would amuse him. Or go to Yellowstone and see the geyser basin and the game herds in sno-mobile . . . . Yellowstone is wonderful in winter 10-20 degrees below and snow 20 feet deep and all roads closed so it is just as it was in the beginning. . . . Vegas is sort of an opposite phenomenon.
"So our only plans are to go to Cuba, driving from here, get MSs photocopied, do income tax (a particular bastard this year) . . . and arrive in Spain for San Isidro. . . . Figure to . . . avoid the stuff that makes life awful now in towns.
". . . I have to get away from people or I go nuts and lose everything. I have to go to the café and talk over the fight and then later be by myself to remember it.
. . . After San Isidro maybe we could come down to your place and I could work and we could go see some fights.
"The whole thing is Antonio--as you say--that he keeps unhurt. . . . But I hope he will fight mano a mano with Luis Miguel. He has to sooner or later . . . ."
FIVE PRINTS, LONG-LOOI LEE (NEW YORK/MALAYSIA, B. 1942). Serigraphs numbered with artist seals. Three on canvas. "Know You-Know Me" 20/50, "Stand By Me" 29/50, and "Talk Pillow-Talk Flower" 26/50. Unframed, 14" x 14". And two on paper. "A Group of Five" 17/275. 17.25"h. 30.75"w. And "You-Me" 139/325. Missing glass. 19.25"h. 20.5"w.
ENCHANTED TALKING TEA KETTLEEnchanted Talking Tea Kettle. Columbus: Nelson Enterprises, ca. 1965. Oversized faux teakettle appears entirely innocent. When the kettle's spout is held to the ear, a ghostly voice emanates from within, answering questions posed to it. The voice is not pre-recorded; any questions can be answered in any manner, even though they have only been thought of by the spectators participating in the experiment. 8 7/8Ó diameter, 6Ó high. Very good condition. Sold with a file of documents and instructions relating to the kettle and Nelson's ÒSecret Invention,Ó including brochures, TLSs from Nelson, advertising, photographs, and more. Lacks ÒdetectaphoneÓ (floor coil) required for operation. Rare. In the 1950s, Nelson Ð the leading dealer and manufacturer of supplies for mind readers and fortunetellers -- offered his Enchanted Talking Tea Kettle for sale for the astounding price of $365.00. Based on an idea first developed by David P. Abbott of Omaha, Nebraska, the kettles were most likely built for Nelson on request by the famed electronics wizard of Louisville, Bill Dodson.
Group of Three Porcelain Figures, consisting of an ambitious Unterweissbach "lace" porcelain group depicting a seated dancer talking to her playful kitten, second quarter 20th century, h. 8"; an elaborate Rudolstadt "lace" porcelain group of an 18th-century lady-of-quality seated on a meridienne and talking to her seated Borzoi, first quarter 20th century, h. 6-1/2"; and a Volkstedt "lace" porcelain figure of a standing dancer, her flounced skirt strewn with rose blooms, also first quarter 20th century, h. 7"; all three pieces with the appropriate mark in underglaze blue.
SHEPARD, E.H.
Original pen and ink drawing with touches of white paint, mounted to board, an illustration for Kenneth Grahame's The Wind in the Willows, signed in intitials lower left, 3 3/4 by 5 1/2 inches on 9 1/2 by 5 1/4 inch sheet.
Illustrates the chapter "Wayfarers All" of Seafarer Rat telling his story to Water Rat, "And the talk, the wonderful talk flowed on--or was it speech entirely, or did it pass at times into song--chanty of the sailors weighing the dripping anchor, sonorous hum of the shrouds in a tearing North-Easter, ballad of the fisherman hauling his nets at sundown against an apricot sky, chords of guitar and mandoline from gondola or caique? ... All these sounds the spellbound listener seemed to hear..."
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The Graphophone, Eastern talking machine co cylinder phonograph with approximately 140 cylinders having small horns. ht. 6 in. , wd. . : The Graphophone, Eastern talking machine co cylinder phonograph with approximately 140 cylinders having small horns. ht. 6 in. , wd. 12 in. Condition Condition: All lots are sold "as is" The condition of lots can vary widely and are unlikely to be in a perfect condition.
Talking Skull. : Talking Skull. American or European, early twentieth century. Glazed papier-mache skull with hand-painted features, clicks out answers posed by the magician or mystic who speaks to it. 7 x 8 x 5”. Usual wear to paint.
Alfred Grevin (French 1827-1892) Two unframed sketchbook drawings including "Couple Embracing" ca. 1880 and "Two Women Talking" ca. 1885. The couple measures 9-1/8" x 7-1/8" and overall with the matting 19-1/4" x 14-1/4". The talking women measures 11-5/8" x 8" and overall with the matting 19-1/4" x 14-1/4". Both drawings have text in French written underneath the image.
Johannes Selden, Table-Talk, printed for E. Smith 1689, leather bound. Provenance: Estate of Eileen Slocum located in the Harold Br. : Johannes Selden, Table-Talk, printed for E. Smith 1689, leather bound. Provenance: Estate of Eileen Slocum located in the Harold Brown Villa in Newport, R. I. Condition Condition: All lots are sold "as is" The condition of lots can vary widely and are unlikely to be in a perfect condition.
KENNETH E. TYLER, AMERICAN (B. 1931), SOLAR BIRD, LITHOGRAPH, 30”H X 22”WKenneth E. Tyler, American, (b. 1931) Solar Bird, lithograph Numbered 12/20 lower left, titled lower middle, signed lower right. From Herron.IUPUI.Edu: Tyler entered the print world in 1962, when he returned to school at 31-years-old and enrolled in the printmaking program at Herron School of Art in Indianapolis. After Herron, Tyler moved on to work at Tamarind Lithography Workshop though the Ford Foundation Fellowship. Then in 1966, Tyler established Gemini G.E.L. (Graphic Editions, Ltd.) with partners Stanley Grinstein and Sidney B. Felsen. As a part of his work at Gemini G.E.L., Tyler pursued a working relationship with the artist Josef Albers, who would become a close friend of Tyler's. Their relationship opened Gemini G.E.L. up to business with other big-name artists. At that time, Tyler also started to push the boundaries of printmaking by expanding print sizes further than they had ever gone before and created new techniques in printmaking. He was interested in adjusting printmaking to work for the artist, rather than adjusting the artist to work for printmaking. "Here is a workshop, there are no rules, no restrictions, do what you want to do."[1] From Gemini G.E.L., Tyler then moved to the east coast and started his own printmaking company, Tyler Graphics, Ltd. Although on a smaller scale than Gemini G.E.L., Tyler Graphics, Ltd. attracted similarly well-known artists and Tyler continued to push the techniques of printmaking. You cannot talk about Kenneth Tyler without talking about the vast array of artists that have leaned upon Tyler's knowledge, ingenuity, and talent. The list of artists which Tyler has collaborated with is lengthy and overwhelmingly impressive. With names like Josef Albers, Robert Rauschenberg, Jasper Johns, Roy Lichtenstein, David Hockney, Robert Motherwell, Helen Frankenthaller, and Frank Stella, it reads more like a list of the top artists of the second half of the 20th century. When we talk about Tyler's work, we are really talking about the work of the artists who have worked with Tyler. As a master printer, Tyler does not produce his own art. Rather, the works that came out of Gemini G.E.L., Ltd. and Tyler Graphics, Ltd. were pieces imagined and designed by the artists who claim them. They were simply produced and brought into reality by Tyler. This is something that makes the work of Kenneth Tyler so interesting. Tyler refers to himself not at as an artist, but as a technician, producer, and publisher, explaining, "My job was to make sure the process was done correctly and push the buttons with the artists permission."[2] He saw himself as the person who carries out the vision of the artist. One of reasons he did not pursue his own art was so that he would not imprint his own vision onto the works he was producing. "As a printmaker and publisher, I can only be as successful as the artists I work with and the art we create together."[3] David Hockney, once noted: "[A]ll Ken's interested in is working with artists. He was wise enough to know he couldn't be one. So, he became a great artisan and found interesting artists who enjoy his skills and wanted to use them ... He rolls up his sleeves and he collaborates with you. He's the chief collaborator, not just the publisher and not just the printer."[4] Perhaps that is the true art of Kenneth Tyler; his collaboration with artists. Sources: Ken Tyler, in Reaching Out: Ken Tyler, master printer (documentary film), Avery/Tirce Production, 1976. Ken Tyler, at Herron School of Art and Design gallery opening, 2018. Ken Tyler, 'Layers of Space and Time: David Hockney's Moving Focus', in Contemporary Master Prints from the Lilja Collection, Liechtenstein and London: the Lilja Art Fund Foundation in association with Azimuth Edition Limited, 1995, p. 125. Judith Goldman, 'Ken Tyler the Artisan as Artist' in Tyler Graphics: The Extended Image, Walker Art Center, 1987, p. 19. lithograph Dimensions: 30"H x 22"W
Navajo Talking God Grandfather/Corn "Tasap Yeibichai/ Kae", Weston Poneoma: Navajo Talking God Grandfather/ Corn, "Tasap Yeibichai/ Kae" by Weston Poneoma. Dimensions: 10"h. Provenance: Purchased from artist at Second Mesa Cultural Center $20. (receipt included) 07/24/12. Ì_ Hand carved and painted. Decorated with feathers, hair, wrapped in corn husk. Original hanging cotton string. Grandfather of the Navajo dances in exaggerated pantomimes during the Navajo Kachina Dance. Ì_ Processing and shipping within the continental U. S. $29. 99 plus 1. 5% replacement cost insurance. Discounted shipping on multiple purchases. Free shipping if your invoice totals $1, 000. or more. Please note we do not accept credit cards. Condition Good condition. Witherells strives to provide as much information and photographs as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Condition statements are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Witherells. All lots are sold "AS IS" under the Terms & Conditions. Ê
Continental, "Christ Talking to Peter," Oil, 19 C. Continental School, "Jesus Talking to Peter About the Church" - mid to late 19th century, oil on canvas, unsigned. A small interior scene depicting a seated Christ speaking to Peter about the creation of the Church. Framed approximately 14.5" x 13.25", sight approximately 10.25" x 9.5".
Eight Mattel Boxed "Barbie" Doll Items, 1970s, three "Twist 'n Turn Waist" Barbies, Russell Stover "Special Edition Barbie," two talking "Stacey," (do not talk), one talking "Ken," (does not talk), "Western Barbie" paper doll, (some edge wear on boxes).
Theodore Roosevelt L/E Talking Action Figure
2003 New in the Box Limited Edition - President Theodore Roosevelt the 26th President 1901-1909 12" Talking Action Figure - Manufactured by Toy Presidents, Inc. Depicts President Theodore Roosevelt in a suit with overcoat.
Era or Time Period: Modern era
Color: Red White & Blue / Brown
Size Dimensions: 12" Figure / 13 1/2" Box
Manufacturer: Talking Presidents Inc.
20th C. Coast Salish Cedar Talking Stick - Jim Yelton: Native American/First Nations, Pacific Northwest Coast, Coast Salish, signed by Jim Yelton, ca. 1980 CE. A gorgeously carved cedar talking stick in the form of a thunderbird atop a stack of deer hooves. Each of these figures is expertly carved, and the wood glows warmly with natural color. Yelton carves masks, feast dishes, canoe paddles, and, most of all, talking sticks in the form of animals that his people hold in high esteem. This is a really special example with exceptional artistry! Size: 2. 15" W x 19. 9" H (5. 5 cm x 50. 5 cm); 21. 2" H (53. 8 cm) on included custom stand. . . Provenance: private Newport Beach, California, USA collection. . All items legal to buy/sell under U. S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. . . A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. . We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. . #146511 Condition A few tiny scratches on surface, but otherwise in beautiful condition with a rich patina.
(8) CIVIL WAR LETTERS AND DOCUMENTS, TO INCLUDE:1) a letter dated November 12, 1863 from a Union soldier stationed at Fort Mifflin, PA, to his sisters. He talks about his rations and money problems, as well as recounting how 2 of the Rebel prisoners working in the kitchens attempted an escape. One escaped by swimming in the canal. Good condition. 2) Letter dated Nov. 1862 from E. W. Whitney to his wife, good condition. 3) Letter from Corporal Joseph Samuels. One sentence states "There were three white men there, dressed in soldier's clothes who I think are in charge of the negroes and I don't know where they got the potatoes and cabbage." Good condition. 4) Letter from George W. Long talking about soldiers stealing potatoes. Good condition. 5) Letter from private John J. Phifer, Grand Guard of Frilles Brigade, good condition. 6) Statement of Private Calvin D. French, acting corporal of the Grand Guard of Frilles Brigade, discussing acquiring peaches from an abandoned orchard. Good condition. 7) A letter from a soldier to his father stationed near Petersburg, dated Jan 18, 1864. In the letter he mentions President Lincoln, General Grant, and his battle plan for the coming spring to concentrate nearly all of the Yankee Army on Richmond. The letter is in a 2 sided shadow box frame and split into 6 pieces where it was once folded. 8) a statement by Corporal Francis M. Eder, corporal Grand Guard Friller Brigade, also talking about potatoes. Good condition. Along with 6 Confederate banknotes that appear to have been in a fire.
20th C. Squamish Wood Talking Stick of Bear, Jim Yelton: **Originally Listed At $300**. . Native American/First Nations, British Columbia, Squamish people, ca. second half of the 20th century CE, signed by Jim Yelton, b. 1955 CE. A beautiful hand-carved cedar talking stick in the form of a grizzly bear, with a long handle below the body of the bear, who is carved standing. Yelton carves masks, feast dishes, canoe paddles, and, most of all, talking sticks in the form of animals with importance to the Squamish. Size: 1. 95" W x 11. 9" H (5 cm x 30. 2 cm); 12. 95" H (32. 9 cm) on included custom stand. . . Provenance: private Newport Beach, California, USA collection. . All items legal to buy/sell under U. S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. . . A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. . We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. . #146500 Condition Very light surface wear including a few tiny nicks and chips. Rich patina on surface. Signed in black marker on the back.
GARBO GRETA. Autograph Letter Initialed (''G.G.'') in pencil 2 pp recto and verso n.p. n.d. [but February 1956] to George Cukor on Air Mail stationery light creasing otherwise fine.In response to a cable from Cukor (typed carbon transcript of which is present) Garbo writes this letter to Cukor the director of Camille (1936) perhaps her greatest film and Two Faced Woman her final film. In part: ''Please forgive me for not having answered you sooner. I am not very well at the moment and if it is about some work you want to talk to me I could not even face a talk. God willing I may be able to in a little while I can't tell you any more than that just now.'' Present also is a typed carbon of a letter from Cukor to Don Hartman and Paramount apologizing for not having been able to have an actual conversation with Garbo presumably about a proposed film project.See illustration.
Hazelle's ''Talking'' Marionette Model 413 Sweet-SA Hazelle's ''Talking'' Marionette model 413 Sweet-Sue which represents a brunette ''Belle of the South '' wearing a ruffle trimmed yellow dress with matching hat. The box however is for the Julie model 314 also included is the copyright 1952 sheet outlining all of the Hazelle Marionettes 14'' H. Private collection Lake Orion MI
Canadian WWII propaganda posters circa 1939-45
WHATEVER YOUR JOB MAY BE -FIGHT, by Eric Aldwinkle (Canadian, 1909-80), H31" W21";
ROLL 'EM OUT!, H31" W21";
THE MEN ARE READY-ONLY YOU CAN GIVE THEM WINGS, H30" W20";
THERE IS TOO MUCH LOOSE TALK (2), H24" W17; H5 1/4" W3 1/2";
EVERY CANADIAN MUST FIGHT, H5" W3 1/2";
SEALED LIPS-WILL SAVE OUR SHIPS, H4 3/4" W3 1/2"
BIG GUNS OF THE HOME FRONT-ACTION STATIONS EVERYONE, by Trevor, H30" W20";
WHEN? IT'S UP TO YOU!, H30" W20";
DADDY HELPS BUILD THEM-TO PROTECT OUR FREEDOM, H33" W 21 1/2";
TEAMWORK-THANKS PAL!, H31" W21";
KEEP THEM BOTH FLYING!- SPEED IS VITAL!, H30 1/4" W20";
TO VICTORY! WITH OUR HELP, H32 1/4" W21 1/2";
WITH YOUR HELP HE MAY BE A BISHOP OR A BARKER, H31" W21";
TO VICTORY (BEAVER AND LION), by Wilcox, H13 1/2" W9";
WANTED-MAGAZINES FOR OUR FIGHTING MEN, H15" W10";
WANTED-SCRAP METAL, H15" W10";
WARNING-CARELESS TALK MAY HELP THE ENEMY, H11" W8 1/2";
color lithographs, unframed
(18pcs)
Provenance : From the Gibbes Museum of Art.
With original fold creases. All with minor creases and small tears consistent with age including wear to edges and corners, normal age discoloration.
WHATEVER YOUR JOB MAY BE -FIGHT: tack holes in top corners, small piece at bottom left corner missing, slight tears and creases along edges.
THE MEN ARE READY-ONLY YOU CAN GIVE THEM WINGS: top left corner creased and minor creases throughout.
THERE IS TOO MUCH LOOSE TALK, H24" W17: staining along right edge.
BIG GUNS OF THE HOME FRONT-ACTION STATIONS EVERYONE: tack holes in top corners, tear and hole in bottom center.
WHEN? IT''S UP TO YOU: tack holes in top corners.
DADDY HELPS BUILD THEM-TO PROTECT OUR FREEDOM: set of horizontal creases near top spanning entire width.
TO VICTORY! WITH OUR HELP: left edge creased.
TO VICTORY (BEAVER AND LION): horizontal crease near top.
WANTED-MAGAZINES FOR OUR FIGHTING MEN: tack holes in top corners.
WARNING-CARELESS TALK MAY HELP THE ENEMY: tack holes in top right and bottom left corners.
Cyril Kenneth Bird (Fougasse/British, 1887-1965) Careless Talk Costs Lives: Lot of eight color WWII propaganda lithographs, "Careless Talk Costs Lives" series by Cyril Kenneth Bird (British, 1887-1965) known as Fougasse. These lithographs depict everyday people in everyday situations talking with Nazi's overhearing them. All signed upper left, "Fougasse". In pencil, verso, "Stolen From R. C. Dick Lockwood New York 1940. " Dimensions: 12. 5"h x 8"w. Fougasse was a British cartoonist and illustrator who was best known as the editor of "Punch Magazine" and the creator of the WWII warning propoganda poster series, "Careless Talk Costs Lives". He was awarded the Commander of the Order of the British Empire in 1946 for this series. A similar set sold at Christie's London, Vintage Posters 2013 sale, lot 204 for 7, 500 GBP. Processing and shipping within the continental U. S. $40. 00 plus 1. 5% replacement cost insurance. Condition Mild toning overall. Few creases. One has some smudges at base, please see photos. Witherells strives to provide as much information and photographs as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Condition statements are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Witherells. All lots are sold "AS IS" under the Terms & Conditions.
Charles Hook Armco Steel Company Lot of Manuscripts & Documents Lot includes letters photographs pamphlets mostly from the late 1930s through the 1960s. Born in 1880 the youngest of four children of Henry and Katherine (Klussman) Hook Charles Ruffin Hook grew up in Northwest Cincinnati on Colerain Avenue just across the Miami and Erie Canal from the foot of Clifton hill. The early years were happy and mostly carefree but Charlie??Ts mother died in 1892 when he was just 12. The Panic of 1893 followed and in a little over a year the family went from a middle-class lifestyle to poverty. The company in which Hook Senior was employed was wiped out he ended up selling the family home the family broke up and Charlie and his brother Gay moved to Walnut Hills living with a kindly engineer Robert Engle. This also required Charlie to change from District No. 18 school to Walnut Hills High the first suburban school. There was no question that Charlie would have to work after high school college was out of the financial equation. He began to look to the long-term examining options such as coal lumber and other basic commodities; chemistry was his best subject in school; but he ended up deciding that steel was the most promising area ??" Carnegie had been poor and had no technical training so it should be possible to Charlie Hook to get into the business. With a letter of introduction arranged by his brother he appeared at the offices of Cincinnati Rolling Mill in Riverside west of the city (the site visited in the photo in this lot). When told the only opening was that of office boy Charlie jumped on the opportunity. He moved up quickly in the office but that put him at odds with boys his age who worked in the plant. One day when the plant was closed because of the annual spring floods a group of ?plant boys? tried to give Charlie a ?dunking? as he entered the flatboat that was used to ferry the office staff to their building which was on stilts and out of the water. Sensing what was coming Charlie turned the tables and toppled his tormentor into the water. The boatswain was John ?Roxy? Draut the night watchman and one of the other gentlemen with whom Hook would tour the site half a century later (photos in this lot). Roxy protected the young office boy for the duration of the flood walking him to and from the streetcar stop. He would become a veteran of the Middletown ARMCO plant. Charlie made himself indispensable at the Riverside plant finding solutions to many problems in management and production. But the plant failed to be profitable enough for the owners and was closed in late 1899. Many of the employees were absorbed into other Tin Plate Trust plants including Charlie. His supervisors made sure he had a position elsewhere; they sensed that the young man would contribute to the company. Charlie was reassigned to Chicago leaving everything familiar in the ?Queen City? behind. After barely 2 months in the Windy City the Trust decided to move Charlie??Ts entire department to New York City. Outfitting two trains one for desks and files the other for personnel the department was ceremonially moved to the Big Apple. It was winter and the boy from the Midwest was becoming homesick amid tall buildings with barely a blade of grass to be found. He had been in touch with others from the Riverside plant in particular William P. Lewis who had been transferred to the Gas City plant in Indiana. He begged Lewis for a job hoping to get back to an environment in which grass and trees lived. Lewis had an opening in the sheet bar yard but Hook needed approval for the transfer. Charlie decided that if he really wanted to learn the business he needed training in production. He made his case up the chain of command in New York with most treating him as if he were ready to be committed but Warner Arms vice-president in charge of operations decided to give him a chance and allowed the transfer to Indiana. Hook had remained in touch with his first boss at Riverside who had made sure he was reassigned to a Trust plant but had lost touch with the president of the plant. However these two men had remained in touch with each other and when they teamed up with George M. Verity to start up the American Rolling Mill Co. in Middletown Ohio one of the first people both men thought of to recruit for the new enterprise was Charlie. It was a fateful interview. Verity and Hook liked each other at once and had very similar philosophies about the business. Verity believed in people and tried to run his business by the ?Golden Rule ? a striking (even shocking) departure from the typical steel mill of the day. On top of that Verity decided to build a combined mill which used pig iron to produce ingots and slabs which were made into shapes and bars which were made into sheets and then galvanized or fabricated - what had been the domain of 5 different mills now would be done more efficiently (so Verity thought) in one mill. The rest of the industry was sure it would fail. But Verity surrounded himself with capable men like Hook who continued to take every opportunity to learn as much about the steel industry as he could ??" what worked and what didn??Tt in plants around the country. And eventually Hook and John Tytus developed a continuous mill and revolutionized the steel industry. To compete with the giants such as U.S. Steel Armco focused on specialty steels which required continual research. It became the first steel company to include a research department. It was the production of corrugated culvert pipe that generated interest overseas in railroad construction and ultimately led to Armco becoming an international company. ARMCO grew and prospered and Hook with it. By 1910 he became general superintendent. In 1913 he made his final ?life-path? move ??" he married Verity??Ts daughter Leah. More than a decade his junior Leah was still a schoolgirl when Hook came to Middletown and looked upon him as ?Uncle Charlie.? But as she matured she and ?Uncle Charlie? found they had many interests in common. Charlie continued to make connections even on the couple??Ts honeymoon in Europe most notably to George Lorimer editor of the Saturday Evening Post. The couple had two sons and a daughter. The images in the photo book appear to be primarily the first-born Charles Jr. although a few show both boys just a couple years apart in age. Armco??Ts labor policies also served the company well. By letting the employees know that they were part of the company and providing them with the best equipment and working conditions technology allowed the company prospered. In a 1937 article on Armco Forbes pointed out that in the second quarter of that year alone the good relations with labor and the fact that they did not strike probably saved the company 5 million (compared to a similar-sized company that had picketing and rioting in its plant). Any problems any new changes were always discussed with employees. Any employee could make an appointment with Verity or Hook or other management official and express his viewpoint air problems etc. without patronizing or judgment. Armco also saw itself as a good neighbor in Middletown and later wherever there were Armco plants. Verity and Hook tried to make life better for all city residents ??" everything from supporting scouting to expanding the American Legion for veterans during the Second World War to creating organizations for naturalizing citizens. Even those who did not interact often with the top management knew of them and their works. After George Verity died in 1942 employees of the plant a year later suggested a day of service to remember his neighborly actions and Founder??Ts Day was born. The first Founder??Ts Day saw 30 beds being donated to the Children??Ts Fresh Air Camp and a family that had been burned out of their home had a cash gift to begin rebuilding. A later Founder??Ts Day in Australia had a lift designed and built by Armco engineers for getting spastic children in and out of beds and baths. A couple of Founder??Ts Day programs are included in this lot along with Verity??Ts memorial and program from the dedication of his statue. Several brochures relating to the history of Middletown are certainly also related to the sense of community in the Armco ranks. As Hook??Ts methods of labor relations proved viable and the depression struck Charlie was looked at more and more for national offices. The National Association of Manufacturers tried to get him into their top position in 1934 but Verity could not spare him in the depths of the depression. Four years later he did serve as President of NAM. He became an industry spokesman in Washington and served on a number of committees there. He was also increasingly in demand as a speaker and one of his typescripts for a luncheon speech is in this lot. We need more Charlie Hooks today. Over decades he ?preached? that in the American incentive system the individual is of primary importance. ?If industry is to have its story accepted by the public it must expose abuses in the ranks and condemn improper business practices as quickly as it opposes legislation which it considers obstructive to business progress. It must show unimpeachable good faith. The place to begin is at the grassroots. The way to win confidence in and respect for all industry is for each company to be a good honorable desirable citizen at home.? We seem to have forgotten these old principles in a new century. Hook and others were convinced that they would need to convert to war production sooner than later. He met with some of his Washington friends and realized that the plans were nearly a decade and a half old and most companies had grown and changed considerably. Hook was front and center in redrafting the plans to convert industry to defense a plan decisive in the production records set by industry a mere three years later. Armco??Ts war-time production is outlined in one of the brochures in this lot. As President of NAM he worked toward collaboration of government and industry. He went to England to study labor relations then went to Sweden for the same purpose. As he was leaving the office he set out a 5-point policy for industrial and national welfare that included collaboration of government and industry to raise the standard of living elimination of government competition with the private sector rebuilding tax structures national labor policy based on common sense and fairness (to both labor and management) and a ?square deal? (not a new deal) for business for them to create nine million new jobs. (Anything sound familiar here?) Within a few months however unemployment was zero. On December 14 1941 Charlie Hook had other appointments notably to the War Labor Board made up of 12 members of industry and 12 of labor. Business leaders included presidents/chairmen of SKF Bell Aircraft U.S. Rubber Ingersoll Milling Machine Studebaker American Type Founders American Hawaiian Steamship Champion Paper GE ??" critical industries in a wartime economy. Shortly after he was sent to England to see if steel production could be increased and decide which country could best make what war material. After many days of work Hook was ready to report back to President Roosevelt. As he was boarding the plane at Herndon he was introduced to an American General who was escorting his British counterpart to the same transport. That General turned out to be Dwight Eisenhower. Hook would cross paths with Eisenhower again in Britain during the war. So respected were Hook??Ts processes and opinions that immediately after the war as the U.S. military was going into peacetime mode (they thought) President Truman called on Hook to study and recommend changes in pay of armed services. After the war Hook was involved in many ventures including Junior Achievement. He also promoted some college programs always with the goal of ?selling the basic concepts of the American way of life? - to youth to the public to foreigners to anyone who would listen. One person who got wind of Hook??Ts program was Dwight Eisenhower then president of Columbia University. Hook was invited to Columbia where he spent half a day laying out his program for the president and forming a lifelong friendship. Many years of government service is reflected in the letters from Ike and Nixon although earlier communications (such as FDR and Truman) are not among this particular group of papers. In 1950 Armco celebrated its half-century anniversary. The company put on a party at all of its plants. In Middletown alone the assembled well-wishers consumed 382 000 hot dogs and similar amounts of other comestibles. Just a year before Middletown celebrated Charles R. Hook Day with a testimonial dinner in Middletown??Ts Hotel Manchester attended by Generals an Admiral and a thousand others. A copy of the souvenir of this event is included here. Charlie was given two bound volumes with the originals of these letters telegrams and other well-wishes of his friends and associates. Charlie continued to talk to anyone who would listen over the next decade and had his chance at numerous award ceremonies. Although he never went to college he did take a few correspondence courses in engineering but learned most of the industry by rolling up his sleeves in the mills and talking to those who knew. He was awarded the medal for the advancement of metallurgical research in 1947 the Henry Laurence Gantt Medal in 1950 and eleven honorary degrees by colleges and universities. Hook retired in December 1960 at the age of 80 but continued doing whatever he could to promote industry and the American ideal. He still went to his office every day as his physical condition allowed. He died in 1963 at 83 years of age. Lot includes: Numerous letters over a period of a couple decades to the White House and Department of Labor. Some have autopen or secretarial signatures but at least one Nixon letter may be authentic (or a new autopen pattern!) but 3 others have identical ?Dick? signatures and are likely autopen (they match one known autopen ?Dick Nixon?). A fourth letter signed ?Dick? with a slight difference may be authentic. There are many Eisenhower letters all initialed ?D.E.? There are 8 with slightly different initials some of which may be authentic. One without periods after the initials may be proxy/secretarial ??" we think he usually put periods after initials when he wrote them. All are on either light green White House letterhead or Ike??Ts personal DDE letterhead paper. Many more items in this folder are copies of what Hook sent to the various presidents including his copies of telegrams sent to Eisenhower. Folder labeled ?White House ??" President? with photographs (15) of Presidents Ronald and Nancy Reagan 4 living presidents (2) (Reagan Nixon Bush (41) and Ford) plus another with same four and their wives Bill and Hillary Clinton Republican leaders (Bob Dole Newt Gingrich Jack Kemp) some individual some in groups. Also a few ?certificates? or ?awards.? All seem to be rewards for donations and other support to the party. All signatures are in the photo. In addition there is a banner that is still in its packaging. One can see ?Republican President? in gold letters and one grommet but what the rest says is not certain (that label has been torn off the box ??" it probably had the address on it). Miscellaneous papers including an address given by Hook at a luncheon of the Union League Club Chicago 17 May 1940 entitled ?Wake Up America and Save the Private Enterprise System ? and a number of pages removed from a 3-ring binder most are photographs of maps and buildings in Middletown. File with ?American Rolling Mill Co. interesting facts? on front. Contains three more pamphlets on the story of ARMCO plus a typed speech given by Hook on Founder??Ts Day 1946 supplement to Middletown Journal in honor of ARMCO??Ts 75th Anniversary etc. 4 x 6 and 5 x 7 in. professional photos of Charles R. Hook in photographer??Ts folder. Photo album Obl. Folio string bound ?Photographs? in gilt on front black ?construction paper? pages; 2 x 3.25 in. and 2.25 x 4 in snapshots of family (lots of baby pictures) most likely Charles Hook??Ts (Sr.) family ??" approx. 45 images some have become detached from pages. Envelope with one 4 x 5 in. of a family of five (unidentified but possibly Charles Jr. based on the ages of the sitters and the clothing styles) plus 29 small loose images ranging from 1 x 1 in. to 3 x 5 in. ??" most snapshots taken with home camera. Four 8 x 10 in. black-&-white photos if Hook with Bernie Draut John Draut and Bill Draut at the William Henry Harrison tomb and site of Cincinnati Rolling Mill nearby. Photos taken 7 Aug. 1957 and labeled on verso. Charles R. Hook Testimonial Dinner / Manchester Hotel 6:30 P.M. / April 18 1939. Souvenir In paper covers with 3 brass brads poem by Wm. Dineen five 8 x 10 in. photos were glued to heavy paper but have now come loose plus copies of speeches telegrams letters etc. (i.e. the ?testimonials? given at the dinner). ARMCO Today 75th Anniversary Issue (1975) folio periodical Cover and 2pp article on Charles Hook and ARMCO Business Week 28 Jan. 1950 Forbes Magazine 15 Sept. 1948 with cover of ?Hook of ARMCo Steel Forbes: The Interpreter of Business 15 August 1944 with article on ?Charles R. Hook? U.S. News & World Report 8 June 1951 Hook on Cover indicating the inside article is an interview ?Less Steel for Civilians? Old Middletown folio printed cardstock wraps 1976. Illustrated with line drawings. ARMCO 75th Anniversary book Obl. Folio history of company illustrated with color photos. Armco Goes to War front cover with photo of Armco Air Raid Shelter president??Ts (George Verity) message dated 6 April 1942 with statistics about Armco??Ts war effort. Small folio 12pp. ?In Memoriam? for George Matthew Verity who died suddenly 6 Nov. 1942 (aged 77 yrs) Booklet for the Unveiling April 22 1948 the statue of founder George Verity Charles Ruffin Hook. Romance of Iron and Steel: Contribution of the Central Ohio Valley. New York: The Newcomen Society in North America 1950. 8vo printed paper wraps 32pp. Trifold flyer with History of Middletown Ohio U.S.A. 7.5 in. square folded Brochure from The Henry Laurence Gantt Memorial Gold Medal: Charles R. Hook Sr. Medalist. With speeches by the president of Gantt Medal Board and Charles Hook. Awarded ?for distinguished achievement in industrial management as a service to the community.? 8 June 1950 Plus 4 loose images of Middletown black-and-white. ARMCO in Pictures and Fact Middletown (OH): American Rolling Mill Co. 1921. 8vo soft leatherette cover gilt front and spine 247pp. Borth Christy. True Steel: The Story of George Matthew Verity and His Associates. Dayton United Color Press 1941 (Reprint 1973). 8vo red cloth with dj 319pp. Minor scuffing of dj very minor wear to spine ends. Text block excellent. Tebbel John. The Human Touch in Business: A Biography of Charles R. Hook. Dayton (OH): Otterbein Press 1963. 8vo red printed cloth with gilt front and spine dj 196pp. Top of dj with some damage otherwise book in near new condition. Hook Charles R. The Story of ARMCO. Middletown (OH): The American Rolling Mill Company 1928. 12mo in suede ?Arts & Crafts? style covers 41pp. Some fading of front cover with ?ring? from something heavy maybe wet. Historic South Main Middletown Ohio. Narrow 8vo in printed paper wraps issued by Middletown Department of Planning and Community Development 1977. Architectural and Historic Heritage Middletown Ohio. Narrow 8vo in printed paper wraps issued by Middletown Department of Planning and Community Development 1977. Founder??Ts Day Nuggets selected from talks and articles by George M. Verity the Founder of ARMCO. N.d. 19pp pamphlet with introduction by Charles Hook. Second Founder??Ts Day Nuggets selected from talks and articles by George M. Verity the Founder of ARMCO. N.d. but from a different year 16pp pamphlet with introduction by Charles Hook. The ARMCO First Line: A History and Its Purpose. 23 May 1958. 12mo pamphlet in blue flocked paper covers with gilt front string binding. Condition: Variable as expected. Generally the books and pamphlets are in excellent condition; photos are OK; letters with some humidity damage (light foxing).
Victor Talking Machine Co. ''Victrola'' phonograph. Enclosed in oak case and marked inside the lid ''Victrola Manufactured by Victor Talking Machine Co. Camden N.J. U.S.A. Patented in United States & Foreign Countries'' and on metal tag above turntable ''Victor VV-IX19756G''. Turntable runs and plays records. Condition: wear and age to wood case turntable brake needs new pads speed adjuster does not work some losses to wood veneer see images. Measures 15.5'' tall x 20.5'' long x 21'' wide. Shipping weight 47 lbs.
Ralph Prata Contemporary Tribal Concrete Sculpture: Ralph Prata. Arizona, New York, 20th century. Titled "Talk Talk" depicting two oceanic elongated faces with gaping mouths and protruding tongues. Concrete, Frame 12 1/4" x 12 1/4", . Signed and titled "Talk Talk Prata" in margin, signed on verso. P1
American WWII propaganda posters circa 1939-45
UNITED WE STAND, banner, H17" W122";
IT'S PLAIN HORSE SENSE, by Ekman, H20" W14 1/4";
IF YOU TALK TOO MUCH-THIS MAN MAY DIE, by Sarra, H20" W14 1/4";
JUGOSLAVIA-FREEDOM ON THE HEIGHTS, issued by the Office of Jugoslav Member I.A.I.G, H22" W17;
MIHAILOVICH: YUGOSLAVIA'S UNCONQUERED, issued by the Office of Jugoslav Member Inter-allied Information Center, H22" W17";
BUY A SHARE IN AMERICA, H28" W20";
WANTED-FIGHTING DOLLARS, H14" W10";
MAKE YOUR OWN DECLARATION OF WAR-BUY WAR BONDS, H28" W22";
BE A MARINE...FREE A MARINE TO FIGHT, Printed on cardstock with mounted stand, H20" W14";
ENLIST IN A PROUD PROFESSION-JOIN THE U.S. CADET NURSE CORPS, by Carolyn Moorhead Edmundson, H28" W20";
DON'T THROW AWAY AMMUNITION, by C.C. Beall, H40" W28 1/2";
FOLLOW SAFETY RULES, H40 1/4" W28 1/2";
SAVE RUBBER, H40" W28 1/2";
DOING ALL YOU CAN, BROTHER?-BUY WAR BONDS, by Robert Sloan, H40 1/4" W28 1/2";
color lithographs, unframed
(14pcs)
Provenance : From the Gibbes Museum of Art.
With original fold creases. All with minor creases and small tears consistent with age including wear to edges and corners, normal age discoloration.
IF YOU TALK TOO MUCH-THIS MAN MAY DIE: top left corner creased, very slight tears at bottom along vertical crease line, slight loss to image along this crease.
JUGOSLAVIA-FREEDOM ON THE HEIGHTS: tack holes in top corners, small stain above the "S" in "Jugoslavia."
MIHAILOVICH: YUGOSLAVIA''S UNCONQUERED: tack holes in top corners.
BUY A SHARE IN AMERICA: water creasing in top left corner.
MAKE YOUR OWN DECLARATION OF WAR: creases along left, lower left edge with small tears.
BE A MARINE...FREE A MARINE TO FIGHT: small tear at lower left, stains near lower right, top left corner creased, slight creases in middle.
FOLLOW SAFETY RULES: tack holes in all corners, upper right edge worn and with tears.
John F Kennedy Talking Action Figure
Limited Edition - Like New - Still in Box. For collectors, not intended for children under 8 years of age.
35th President - Not talking, needs battery change. Not removed from box.
Era or Time Period: 2003
Size Dimensions: 12" tall figure
Manufacturer: Toypresidents Inc.
Lot of 2: Mattel Julia Dolls.
Description Talking and Twist waist Julia dolls from 1969. Talking Julia doll is wearing her original lame’ jumpsuit and glitter shoes. Twist ‘n Turn Julia is wearing top to the two piece uniform with hat. Includes tagged Julia jacket.
Condition (Excellent).
DESIGNER UNKNOWN LOOSE TALK IS DANGEROUS TALK / LOOK OUT FOR THE KICK-BACK. 1924.
48x36 inches, 122x91 1/2 cm. Mather & Company, Chicago.
Condition A-: tears along left edge; punch-holes in top and bottom margins. Paper.
1969 Hasbro GI Joe Talking Astronaut & Space Suit UNITED STATES, CIRCA 1969 A fine example of a Hasbro G.I. Joe Talking Astronaut action figure. The figure is the plastic cap and standard two pocket uniform variant in what appears to be unused condition. The figure retains its original paperwork including instructions, special boot instructions, and advertising pamphlet. His cloth uniform exhibits minor signs of age tanning. His face and paint applications are in excellent condition but the talking feature does not work. The box possesses minor to moderate wear with slight crushing and crinkling. The astronaut is paired with a factory sealed 1967 space suit, bag marked "MADE IN HONG KONG". Part of a collection from a previous Hasbro employee. Box measures 12" by 5" by 2 1/4".
Plastic Ideal Dragnet Talking Police Car Toy.
Description American. Circa 1950s. Working. Appears to be complete with accessories consisting of guns, cameras, binoculars, etc. When cranked, car talks. Toy may clean to a better grade. Includes colorful original box with picture of Jack Webb on top. Part of box is detached but ...
Vintage GI Joe Talking Action Figure Doll, 12 inches tall, made by Hasbro, flocked hair has a bald spot in the very top, tagged original outfit and original accessories, talks well when his cord is pulled at the front of his neck, good condition Estimate $50-100
1967 Hasbro G.I. Joe Talking Action Solder Unused UNITED STATES, CIRCA 1967 A fine and unused example of a Hasbro G.I. Joe Talking Action Soldier action figure. The figure is in excellent condition with its original paperwork including instructions, special boot instructions, army manual, and unused sticker sheets. His face and paint applications are in excellent condition with one small blemish. There are three small dots of what appears to be a black factory over spray, it can be removed to reveal an unaffected surface. His talking feature does not work at this time. The box is in great condition with minimal shelf wear and displays beautifully. Part of a collection from a previous Hasbro employee. Box measures 12" by 5" 2 1/2".
Victor Talking Machine Co. Victrola Victor Talking Machine Co. Victrola, having a mahogany free standing floor case, with records, 48.5"h x 23"w
Phyrynis Talking Machine This Swiss made Talking Machine features one of the most beautiful and elaborate decals from the period.Condition: No crank.Provenance: Dr. Richard PopeE
Talking Skull. : Talking Skull. Los Angeles: F. G. Thayer [?], ca. 1925. Papier-mache skull raps out answers to questions posed by the audience, clicking its jaw once for “yes” and twice for “no. ” Thread method; pin in jaw. Minor chips to finish. Letter “R” painted underneath head.