A Mass Meeting!! Of the Friends of the Sabbath School Cause, A Broadside
Dearborn County, IN, 1851. General and edge wear. Minor stains. Crease folds.. A broadside for a meeting to discuss the "Sabbath School Cause". The meeting took place at the Langdale Grove on the Georgetown Ridge in Dearborn County, IN, on a weekend in August. All were welcome to attend, "Let all come -- come for the cause of... Read More
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Paul Nordoff Lecture-Recital The History of Jazz And Its Place In Modern Music
[Hartford, CT?]: The Friends and Enemies of Modern Music, Inc, 1937. Very good. Short tears.. Two (2) programs promoting a combination lecture and recital by Paul Nordoff in 1937, focusing on the history of Jazz and modern music. Hosted by "The Friends and Enemies of Modern Music, Inc." Paul Nordoff (1909-1977) was a composer best known for pioneering... Read More
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Valentine Greeting from Pretty Young Girl reminiscent of a Paper Doll Holding a Doll No.2
New York, NY: [McLoughlin Bros.], 1870. Light surface soiling.. A 5 1/2" x 3 3/4" single fold valentine with color lithograph of a young girl holding her dolly(the girl has the appearance of a McLoughlin paper doll) at top. Embossed floral and filigree border decoration. Verse at base reads This little letter which I send, I hope... Read More
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Berry College Archive of Dr. Gardner Leland Green (1884-1971)
Rome, Georgia, 1938. Very good. Toning, the occasional short tear, letter folds. Some rust staining from original paper clips.. A small archive of manuscript and printed materials relating to Berry College in Rome, Georgia. Ranging in date from 1925 to 1938, the materials were collected by the school's then-president and chart his professional and personal activities during this... Read More
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Eastman College's First Grand Excursion, On the Hudson River, Invite
Poughkeepsie, NY: Eastman College, 1878. General wear. Crease folds.. An invite for the Eastman College's First Grand Excursion, otherwise known as "Poughkeepsie to the Ocean" (via news articles at the time). The students were to travel on Saturday, May 18, 1878, on the steamer Mary Powell, all the way to New York City from Poughkeepsie, via the Hudson... Read More
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Snuffer Vinegar Valentine - A Snuffer I abhor
1842. Discoloration upper left corner. Corner bend lower right.. A single-fold hand colored vinegar valentine or Penny Dreadful with embossed decorative border. It depicts a seated gentleman with a Cossack style-hat and exaggerated nose. He is holding a box of "Blackguard". It is captioned: A Snuffer I abhor? Don't say you me adore. Your presence I abhor, And... Read More
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Executed Beauty with a Pen " Portrait in Pen & Ink with Watercolor Embellishments by A. Thurber
1880. A portrait of a woman done predominantly in black and brown inks with an interesting addition of stippling on parts of the face and neck. Watercolor decorated flowers in her hair, delicate earrings and hair comb complete the scene. Well executed in a naive manner. Calligraphy caption on mat with circular opening reads "Executed Beauty with a pen... Read More
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The Dolly Dressmaker, B.B. Ltd. No. 509 Printed in England. C1950s - An unusual twist on a paper doll book- Patterns, Swatches and Trim
England: B. B. Ltd, 1950. Large format soft cover book with a single page of patterns for Mary, Kitty, Billy and Sally with six (6) pages of paper "fabric swatches" and one page of trims (buttons and bows). The four paper dolls are on the covers. The largest is 9 1/2" high. The book measures 12 1/2" x 10... Read More
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Information to the Public - Dr. R. C. Flowers Remedies - Liver and Stomach Sanative, Lung Cordial, Catarrh Remedy, Pain Destroying Elixir, etc..
1884. 24 pp. Illustrated wrap with image of R. C. Flower on the front cover and "Hygeia of the 19th Cent" on reverse. A free to the public narrative introducing the company, the science in the preparation and skillful combinations. This is followed by detailed information on each of the companies numerous products with only the use of different... Read More
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A Circular for 69,000 Acres Farming Land, Securing $20,000, 6 per Ct. 30- Year Bonds
Lyon County, KS: Bank of Warsaw, [1885]. General wear. Minor tear at top edge and along letter folds.. A circular advertising the sale of bonds for farmland in Lyon County in Kansas. The circular promoted the desirability of the land by emphasizing how close it was to several important railroads, such as Missouri Pacific R. R. and... Read More
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Typothetae Dinner Guest Log
Pittsburgh, PA: Edward H. Stuart, 21-Dec-20. General wear. A tongue-in-cheek guest log for a 'Typothetae Dinner' at the Chatham Tavern in Pittsburgh, PA. The dinner was a "Ye Gathering of ye Kindred Spirits to pay homage to a fellow craftsman, Frederick [sic] W. Goudy, at ye Typothetae Dinner". Goudy (1865-1947) was an American printer, artist and type designer.... Read More
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Museum of Foreign Animals or History of Beasts
New Haven: S. Babcock, 1840. 16 pp. green illustrated cover with thread tied binding, 7 engravings. Museum of Animals describes large animals such as the lion, elephant, giraffe, and bear. The book, which is not dated, discusses Pompey the lion in London and how he died 80 years ago-the lion died in 1758. 4 1/2" x 2 3/4" staining,... Read More
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1958 Quick-Chek Trouble Finder
Reliable Selection, 1958. General wear.. A volvelle designed by the Reliable Selection Company that allowed the user to diagnose what Radio Tube within their TV was malfunctioning as "80% of your TV troubles are tubes. Save money on unnecessary service calls with this amazing dial wheel." A TV radio tube would translate the received signal into a picture... Read More
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Fine 12" Watercolor Dressed Scotsman with Articulated Legs
1890. A 12" Scotsman dressed in a traditional kilt with with shoulder sash and belt. Embellished with feathers on his hat and belt. Finely detailed facial and hand features. Not the detail on his stockings. A simple string mechanism allows him to dance.
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Perfection Lines Of Footwear Specialties, Trade Catalogue
Winooski, VT: Perfection Overgaiter Company, 1915. One interior page is completely detached. There is tape on this page bottom corners.. A trade catalogue for the Vermont-based company called Perfection Overgaiter Company which started out manufacturing overgaiters and leggings, but eventually producing all sorts of footwear. The company prided itself on the workmanship and high quality of their products,... Read More
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Autograph Album and Sketch Book created by Employees of the Ministry of Munitions, Drawing Office, includes Women's Advancement, Fine Watercolors and Sketches - some Chinese Characters
Town Hall Anerley, S. E. London, 1918. An autograph album with sentiments and sketches created by various employees of of the Ministry of Munitions, Drawing Office. Predominantly populated by women, as it was the type of work women did in wartime. Includes sentiments such as "Nature, impartial in her ends, When she made Man the strongest; In justice too... Read More
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Fanciful 15" Articulated Dressed Matador
Light wear.. A truly fanciful fellow with a printed face,and card stock body parts that have been decorated with applied and layered polished and foiled papers. His exaggerated hat has a large applied flower. His bodice begins with pleated paper dickey and velvet bow tie; a crest is applied beneath the dickey. His waistcoat is constructed of various... Read More
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Children's Summer Resort, Castle Hot Springs Brochure
Castle Rock Springs, CA: Children's Summer Resort, 1927. General wear.. Self proclaimed as the "Switzerland of American" the Children's Summer Resort was located in small lakeside town in Castle Hot Springs, CA. The children's resort was run by two boarding schools, Lona Hazzard School in Alameda, CA and Houdd Gibson School in Castle Hot Springs. The schools were... Read More
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A collection of 400 Billheads Revealing the Lives and Habits of a large country estate and the Affluent Family residing there
Newburyport, MA: David and Ruth Wallace (Hopper Mott), 1895. Social history - An archive of approximately 398 billheads relating to the running of Hawkswood, a large country estate in Newburyport MA 1895-97. The estate belonged to David Wallace and his wife Ruth, who was the widow of Hopper Mott, a prominent New York City family. Categories include: ... Read More
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Twinkle: The picture paper specially for little girls
London: D. C. Thomson & Co, 1968. 14 pp wrappers. Stories and activities involving girls as they should be and behave. Content includs Nancy the little Nurse, a free 'Twinkle' engagement ring premium, Betty Bright-the proper little girl who does everything well, puzzles for the little nurse, Dainty dollies, Sue of the Children's Zoo, Sally Sweet on Sunshine Street,... Read More
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Promotional Card for Dr. Gluck's Water & Physical Culture Institute and Gymnasium
Chicago, IL: Dr. Gluck's Water & Physical Culture Institute and Gymnasium, 1920. General wear and soiling.. A promotional card for Dr. Gluck's Water & Physical Culture Institute and Gymnasium which provided medicated and plain baths to its patrons. Located in Chicago, the institute promoted itself as place that helps "the weak to grow in strength; the sick to... Read More
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Sunday School Centenary Offering 1866 Dickinson College - In Original Box.
A 1 3/4" in diameter medallic token given to Jesse Jones by Mother in April 1866. Side This is The Mrs. Susanna Wesley teaching her son John feed my lambs from the Dickinson college Sunday school Centenary offering religion and science 1866 made by Warner and Sons manufacture of metal Masonic marks badges wedding rings jewelry etc. 326 on Chestnut... Read More
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Menu for Dinner Honoring Academic Painters Edouard Detaille De Neuville and T. G. Vibert at the Cercle De La Presse, March 7, 1882
A 6 7/8" x 10 1/2" menu card for a dinner honoring the two academic artists. De Neuville was considered the "semi-official" artist of the French Army. Fine illustrations of the two honorees. Fare includes Potage, hors-d'oeuves, Releve, Entrees, Rot, Salade, Legumes, Entremets, Dessert, Vins, Cafe et Liquers. Printed by Motteroz. Reverse is blank.
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Point Pleasant Colony Letterhead and Promotional Material
Quincy, IL: Point Pleasant Colony, 1915. General wear and toning Separation at folds. Edge wear.. Point Pleasant Colony was a summer camp designed for "Ladies, Gentleman, and Children, Conducted According to the Highest Standards". Located in Quincy, IL, on the shores of Mississippi River and surrounded by forests it promoted itself as a retreat for families and individuals.... Read More
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Boxed Set - Gentle Gladys with Dresses and Hats. No. 6 of "Dainty Dollies" Series of Dressing Dolls
London (Printed in Germany): Raphael Tuck & Sons Co., Ltd, 1894. Wear to box. Doll and costumes excellent condition.. Paper Doll, Pretend Play, Paper Playthings, Childhood Ephemera A 9 1/22" x 5 3/4" litho on paste board box depicting Gentle Gladys on the cover. Includes the 9" die-cut Gladys with attached head and easel back and her... Read More
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