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RICHARD E. BYRD (1888-1957) Polar Explorer. Souvenir portion of the insulation of the wall of The Advanced Meteorological
Base in Antarctica, signed "R.E. Byrd" on a preprinted ALS facsimile 1p., 4 to., Boston Mass, May 10, 1936."On this anniversary of our return from the South Polar regions I want to express to you my deep and enduring appreciation for the assistance you rendered our second Antarctic Expedition which helped to make it possible for us to serve more than twenty branches of science and map and take possession of thousands of square miles of new territory for the United States. Attached to this sheep is an autographed piece of the insulation form the wall of the advanced meteorological Base the southern most habitation occupied by man. Signed by Byrd as Commander B.A. E. II" Page is foxed and wrinkled, but it does not influence its historical and collectable significance. (#SI) | ||
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| GEORGE EASTMAN (1854-1932) American inventor and industrialist, perfected the process for making photographic dry plates and flexible film which he patented in 1844. He invented "The Kodak". Served as treasurer and general manager of the Eastman Kodak Co and founded the Eastman School of Music in Rochester. Signature "Geo Eastman" on 4" X 2" card. Excellent. (#SI4108) | ||
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| THOMAS A. EDISON (1847-1931) Typed DS, 8pp., 4to., "Minutes of a meeting of the Board of Directors of the Edison Storage Battery Supply Co.", West Orange, N.J., July 30, 1926, 10:45AM. Edison resigns as president and is elected to Chairman of the Board. The lengthy text outlines the By Laws of the Edison Storage Battery Supply Co. discussing in detail the power and authority of executives and various other components of the corporate structure. Also signed by four other principle officers, Charles Edison, Harry F. Miller, Henry Lanahan, and John V. Miller. Excellent. (#SI4101) | ||
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| THOMAS A. EDISON (1847-1931)
ANS, "E", in pencil, a reply written on top portion of a letter
received by Edison from Frank Sprague New York, Feb. 20 (1908). Edison writes, "I sent my little contribution to Martin to forward to Mrs. Lewis. E" He refers to money sent for a memorial fund for Eugene Lewis an associate of his. (#SI4102) | ||
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| HARVEY FIRESTONE (1868-1938) American industrialist organized Firestone Tire & Rubber Co. Signature on 3 1/2" X 2" card. Excellent. (#SI) | ||
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| CHARLES GOODYEAR (1800-1860)
American inventor, developed vulcanization process used in the manufacture of
rubber. His commitment to his endeavor was considered to be obsessive. Losing
several fortunes his perseverance led him to success in developing the process,
although he never received personal financial profit. ADS, 1p., 6 1/2 x 2 3/8", Washington, D.C., May 12, 1860. A holograph check drawn on the Bank of Metropolis, payable to Chas. E. Langley for $5.00. Has normal cut cancellations, not affecting signature. Rare. Very Good. (#SI4103) | ||
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| R(ichard) J(ordan) GATLING (1818-1903) American inventor
although best known for his rapid fire 'Gatling gun' patented in 1862 and adopted
by the US Army, his agricultural inventions were revolutionary. Signed card, 4 1/2 x 2 3/4", n.p., May 21, 1890, "Yours truly..." Excellent. (#SI4104) | ||
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| WILLIAM T. HORNADAY
(1854-1937) American zoologist and naturalist. Chief taxidermist US National
Museum (1882-90) director NY Zoological Park now known as the Bronx Zoo
(1896-1926). Promoted game preservation and laws for the protection of wildlife.
ALS, " W.T. Hornaday" 1 p.,8vo., Stamford, Conn., February 29,
1928. Hornady apparently perturbed by an account written about him in an article
recently published writes to "Max". "Dear Max, Please forget
about that unlucky mention of '1000 years' by the reporter who talked to me over
long-distance for just about one minute and then wrote a story. What I said was
had we not dug out those frogs they may have lain there a thousand years. Read
the whole account in my Two Years In The Jungle page 277. To me the interview
was very unsatisfactory. But I so believe the people of Earthland Texas saw what
they say they saw. The horned lizard taken out of that circumstance, where is
had lain 31 years." A fine letter of content and association in the early stages of the conservation movement. Excellent. (#SI4105) | ||
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| CHARLES A. LINDBERGH
(1902-1974) American aviator, flew first non-stop transatlantic flight from NY to
Paris in the Spirit of St. Louis. TLS, "Charles", 1p., 4to., Darien, CT, March 30, 1967. A superb letter by a great American hero. Lindbergh writes to his close friend and neighbor in Maui, Sam Pryor. In response to his friend's suggested interview, he explains his reasons for refusing an interview and becoming a public figure again. He confides in Pryor: "Press contacts involve a life I am determined not to reenter it is too distracting...It is now close to a quarter century since I have taken part in a newspaper interview" Lindbergh makes reference to both President Roosevelt's rebuking Lindbergh's isolationist stance just prior to WWII, as well as the publicity received due to the kidnap and murder of his son in the 1930's. He closes expressing his hopes for a reunion with his friend. Lindbergh then adds a postscript, a very strong statement on an environmental issue saving the whales, "Whenever you get a chance to talk whales to the Japanese, please do so - just keep them interested in whales if nothing else. Japan you know has been a bigger obstacle than Russia in getting whale - kill quotas down below the reproduction rate." A fine letter in which the great aviator openly express values as well as confides his sad memories to a friend. Excellent. (#SI4106) | ||
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| HIRAM S. MAXIM (1840-1916) Prolific British inventor. Invented the Maxim recoil operated machine gun, an electric pressure regulator, a steam powered water pump, vacuum pumps and a gas motor. Bold signature on 3 1/2 x 2 1/2" card. Excellent. (#SI4111) | ||
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| CHARLES H. MAYO ( 1865-1939)
Surgeon, Mayo clinic, one of the co-founders of the Mayo Clinic along with his
father Charles and brother William. One of the original staff members of Mayo
Clinic, a cooperative group clinic at St. Mary's Hospital. Co-founder of Mayo
Foundation for Medical Education and Research in affiliation with University of
Minnesota. Professor of surgery University of Minn. originated modern procedures in
goiter surgery and neurosurgery. TLS, 1 p., 4 to., Rochester, Minn., December 12, 1932. Responding to the autograph request of Mr. Marx Reimers of Saint Paul. Excellent. (#SI4107) | ||
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LOUIS PASTEUR (1822-1895) A pioneer in modern sterochemistry disproving the theory of
spontaneous generation, improving the quality of health through food preservation. He founded the science of microbiology,
proved the germ theory of disease, invented the process of pasteurization and developed preventative treatment for rabies
in dogs. He developed vaccines against chicken cholera, anthrax and swine erysipelas. After mastering his method of vaccination, he applied this concept to rabies. On July 6, 1885, Pasteur tested his pioneering rabies treatment on a man for the first time. The young Joseph Meister was saved. Signed, 4 1Ž4 x 6 1Ž2 inch cabinet card. Photo is by Navarz of Paris. The verso reads Medalille D'Or, Expositon Universelle 1878. There is very minor foxing in the photo. Pasteur signed photos are rare. (#SI) | ||
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LOUIS PASTEUR (1822-1895) French chemist and microbiologist, disproved
theory of spontaneous generation. ALS, in French, "L. Pasteur," 1 p., 8vo., Lille, July 25, 1856. He writes to a colleague congratulating him for a distinction and honors "I felt the greatest pleasure at it, as at everything fortunate that happens to former students at L'Ecole Normale to which we owe so much gratitude." Pasteur was an alumnus of L' Ecole Normale and one year form this correspondence became director of that same institution. Excellent. (#SI4108) | ||
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| JOSIAH D. WHITNEY (1819-1896)
Geologist, prominent scientist associated with geological chemical and
mineralogical studies of many United States regions. Professor of geology at
Harvard. Mt. Whitney, the highest mountain in the world is named in his
honor. ALS, "J.D. Whitney", 4pp., 8vo., Sept. 28, 1876, Cambridge, Mass. An excellent letter with significant scientific content to the eminent physicist Ogden N. Rood (1831-1902) "I must confess I do not quite understand the matter...the velocity of waves of shock has been sufficiently accurately determined for rocks very similar to those near New York...I...attach little or no geological value to Mr. Mayers determination of the velocity of the sound waves through rocks and water...is he sure that the sound waves reached there exclusively through the median of the rock..." On an additional sheet there is a sketch and a description of an experiment involving temperature, sound, waves and mercury. A true hands on piece. Excellent. (#SI4109) | ||
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| ORVILLE WRIGHT (1871-1948)
American pioneer in aviation, along with his brother, Wilbur, known for the first
successful flight in a motor-powered airplane. Partly printed DS, 1p., 8 1/2 X 3 1/4", Dayton, OH, Dec. 5, 1916. A check drawn from the "Winter's National Bank, made out to the Gilbert Winichen Lumber Co. for 34 dollars and 34 cents." Making their first experimental flight with a glider at Kitty Hawk, NC in 1900 the Wrights continued their experiments. After many years of experimentation, in 1906 the Wright brothers finally received a patent for their flying machine. By 1909 contracts to provide planes and instruct their operators were set with the United States and France. The production of flying machines eventually resulting in the establishment of the America Wright Co.. Created from wood and other light materials it is likely that the Gilbert Winichen Lumber Company was one of the suppliers of materials to build aeroplanes. Canceled with normal perforations, none near nor affecting fine, dark, bold signature. Excellent. (#SI4110) | ||
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