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A Sampling of Our Autograph Inventory

If you do not see something in this brief sampling of inventory, or have questions concerning the availability of material, please do not hesitate to contact us by telephone at AREA 716-830-8000 or via email at weekesautographs@roadrunner.com.

Unique James Montgomery Flagg Signed Quip

We are pleased to maintain “want lists” for clients at no charge. You are under no obligation until you order an item. All of the material we sell comes with our unconditional guarantee of satisfaction. We offer non-interest, 90-day layaway on items over $200. Please inquire for more information.

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FEATURED ITEM

"The Most Trusted Man in America"

CRONKITE, WALTER LELAND (1916-2009) American broadcast journalist, best known as anchorman for the CBS Evening News for 19 years (1962-81). During the heyday of CBS News in the 1960s and 70s, he was often cited in viewer opinion polls as the most trusted man in America because of his professional experience and kindly demeanor. Although he reported many events from 1937-81, including bombing in WWII, the Nuremberg trials, combat in the Vietnam War, the death of JFK, Watergate, adn the Iran hostage Crisis, he was known for extensive TV coverage of the US space program. He was the only non-NASA recipient of a Moon-rock award. The Beatles' first American TV broadcast was with Walter Cronkite. Following one of his central tenets to "report the news, don't become it," the title "anchor" was invented as his role. In later years, he appeared as a host or guest-star in many TV broadcasts. Postal first day cover honoring another journalist, Walter Lippman, signed in blue marker pen. Professionally matted along with a 11"x14" black and white litho print portrait of Cronkite with his ever present pipe, from an original by Canadian photographer Yousef Karsh. Handsome display piece. $ 175

KANDER, JOHN (1927 - ) Composer of a series of musical theatre successes as part of the songwriting team of Kander and Ebb. Among their hits are: Cabaret; Flora the Red Menace; Chicago; Woman of the Year; Kiss of the Spider Woman; Fosse; Curtains; Funny Lady (six songs); New York, New York (four songs). Mr. Kander also scored numerous movies including Places in the Heart; Billy Bathgate; An Early Frost; Kramer vs. Kramer. Typewritten Note Signed, one page monarch size, on personalized notepaper, no date, no place, but circa 1978. Signed "John" and written to the late Paulette Attie, founder of the National Musical Theatre. Reads: "At the moment the only opening for a woman in our review is for a black, which -- unless my memory is more than slightly faulty -- makes you an unlikely prospect. But one of these days I'm sure we will work together. Hope things continue to go well for you. All the best, John." (We believe Kander may have been referring to "The Act" starring Liza Minnelli. $ 50

PERON, JUAN (1895-1974) Argentine colonel and politician, elected President of Argentina three times after serving in several government positions including Labor Secretary and Vice President. He returned to power in 1973 and served for nine months, until his death in 1974 when he was succeeded by his third wife Isabel Martínez. Perón and his second wife, Eva, were immensely popular among many of the Argentine people and are still considered icons by the Peronist Party. Dedicated and signed formal portrait dated October 1951. Text in Spanish: A la senora Dona Alba Maria de Ramirez, con todo mi afecto y considera-cion, Buenos Aires, 5 de octubre 1951. Text in English: To Mrs. Alba Maria Rodriguez, with all my love and regards." Image size 6.5"x8.5". Fine condition other than top corners lightly bent and with a light crease at bottom right that is barely affecting the signature. Professionally matted and encased in museum conservation glass and an ornate, gilt-wooden, frame. $ 525

FOUNDER OF THE

ROYCROFT MOVEMENT

HUBBARD, ELBERT (1856-1915) - Author, publisher, lecturer, philosopher, founder of the Roycroft Movement. Died tragically with the sinking of the Lusitania. Desirable one-page, Typewritten Letter Signed on Roycroft letterhead, 1912, promoting his Fra subscription services. Very good condition. Accompanied by a 4"x6" sepia tone litho-print image of Hubbard. Professionally double-matted in dark green and siena tones, encased in glass and a handsome wood frame. $ 395

ROOSEVELT, ANNA ELEANOR (1884-1962) - First Lady, author, United Nations representative, humanitarian. White House Typewritten Letter Signed, one page, 1940, to a Texas State Representative regarding the adoption of a child by one of his constituents. Accompanied by original envelope. Professionally double-matted along with a 5"x7" black and white, matte-finish photograph of Mrs. Roosevelt speaking before the United Nations. Under glass and gilt wooden frame. $ 750

CAHN, SAMMY (1913-93) Four time Academy-Award winning lyricist, songwriter and musician. He is best known for his romantic lyrics to Tin Pan Alley and Broadway songs, as recorded by Frank Sinatra, doris Day and many others. Typewritten Note Signed, no date, New York. To Paulette Attie, founder of the NY Musical Theatre Company. "I am terribly sorry to have to tell you that I simply won't be able to attend your event! I am leaving New York for address bottom left April 27th (after ASCAP meetings) and so I am just not able to be there! You know I wish you all 'cahn-cerned' the highest of HIGH HOPES." $ 75

WIESEL, ELIE (1928- ) Romanian-born novelist and human rights activist. His life has been devoted to writing and speaking about the Holocaust, with the aim of ensuring that it is never forgotten. Wiesel was one of the principal forces behind establishing the Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington, DC. His first novel, Night (1956), was first published in Yiddish, and is based on his experiences in the death camps. Other novels include Dawn (1961) and Jews of Silence (1967). He has authored plays, retellings of biblical stories, and Hasidic tales. In 1986 Wiesel received the Nobel Peace Prize for his work as a "messenger to mankind". Signature on a white card, professionally matted in rich burgundy leatherette board along with a color, lithoprint portrait of Wiesel from an original photograph by Yousef Karsh of Ottawa. Overall dimensions are 11.5"x15.25". $ 175

"...I have one thing that counts, and that is my heart; it burns in my soul, it aches in my flesh, and it ignites my nerves: that is my love for the people and Peron." Evita

DUARTE DE PERON, MARIA EVA (Evita) (1919-1952)

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WILLIAMS, TENNESSEE (1911-83) One of the most celebrated playwrights of the 20th Century. Signed playbill for Vieux Carre, which has been professionally mattd with a 8"x10" black and white glossy photograph of the writer. Williams has dedicated the St. James Theatre playbill thus: "To my dear Jordan, with love always, Tennessee." Matted in a pearl-grey suede board, encased in glass and a burnished dark metallic frame. Overall measurements are 16.5"13.25" $ 650

NUREYEV, RUDOLPH (1938-93) Legendary Russian ballet dancer. Made his debut at Covent Garden (1962). His virtuosity and expressiveness made him one of the greatest male dancers of the 1960s, in both classical and modern ballet. Signed small program card for a performance in Binghamton, New York. Professionally matted along with a striking 11”x14” b/w litho print photograph of Nureyev in character. $ 195

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