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General James Harold Doolittle Distinguished and much-decorated American general (1896-1993), who during World War II led a squadron of army bombers in a series of intrepid raids on the Japanese mainland. In good condition. On a piece of paper 3 inches by 5 inches. |
£25.00 | |
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Harry {Henry] Snell, Baron Snell Autograph Letter Signed to A. E. Lidgett. British Labour politician (1865-1944), leader of the Labour Party in the House of Lords, 1935-40. 1 page, 16mo. In good condition, although creased and a little worn at head. 'I am sorry that you found it difficult to reach me. I leave here fairly early on the days that the House is in session... |
£30.00 | |
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Ian William Beresford Nye Typed Letter Signed to F. R. McQuown. Entomologist (1924-), author of the monumental 'Generic names of moths of the world' (6 vols, 1975-91). The recipient is the author of several works on gardening. 1 page, 8vo. In good condition, but creased and with one closed tear and with sellotape stains at head and foot. He thanks his... |
£35.00 | |
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Lieutenant General Sir Charles Hastings 4 Autograph Letters Signed to his barrister, Richard Williams of Lincoln's Inn Field. English soldier, father of Frank Abney Hastings (1794-1828; DNB). The condition of these items is not good: the paper being discoloured, brittle and flaking. A series of intemperate communications. Letter 1 is one page, 8vo, of a bifoliate addressed and docketed on the reverse of the second... |
£120.00 | |
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Reverend Doctor T. Newton, Wesleyan Minister, on the administration of the poor law Two Autograph Letters Signed to Charles B. Walker of Thirsk. A newspaper cutting attached to the white paper folder in which these items are placed carries a short obituary of Newton, who died 30 April [1854]. The first letter is 1 page, 4to, addressed on reverse, and the second 1 page, 12mo, with address on reverse of second leaf of bifolium. Both grubby... |
£50.00 | |
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Sir Francis Cowley Burnand Editor of Punch (1836-1917), and co-author with Sir Arthur Sullivan of 'Cox and Box'. In good condition. On slip, 1 inch by 2 1/2, cut from letter. Signed 'F C Burnand'. |
£15.00 | |
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Sir George Frampton R.A. English sculptor (1860-1928). Florid signature 'Geo. Frampton' on slip of paper, 1 inch by 3 1/2. Slightly smudged but in good condition. Attached to piece of blue paper docketed with biographical information about the 'Great Sculptor'. |
£15.00 | |
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Vice-Admiral Sir Percy Scott Autograph Note Signed to Mrs <Swanthwaite?>. British naval officer and inventor (1853-1924; DNB). 1 page, 16mo. In good condition. Attached to larger piece of card, docketed with a brief biography. 'I shall be delighted to come tomorrow at 4. pm. | Yours sincerely | Percy Scott'. |
£25.00 | |
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W. R. Aykroyd (Beit Memorial Research Fellow; formerly House Surgeon at the General Hospital, St John's Newfoundland), Beriberi and other food-deficiency diseases in Newfoundland and Labrador. Offprint. (From the Journal of Hygiene, vol.xxx no.3, 29 August 1930, pp.357-86). 'Author's Presentation Copy.' For other pamphlets on beri-beri from the Library of Harriette Chick (as this) nutritionist, see above and below #s2653 ff. or request a full list. |
£25.00 | |
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Charles Albert Fecther English actor and dramatist (1824-79; DNB). On slip of paper, 1½ inches by 4 inches, probably cut from letter. Discoloration to two corners caused by mounting. Paper creased and with almost imperceptible closed tear. Florid and attractive signature. Neatly docketed in pencil on reverse. |
£15.00 |
