Word Shadows of the Great Autograph Collector
A veteran autograph dealer, Richard Madigan, explains how unsigned scraps tossed in a White House wastebasket became part of a sought after keepsake. The article highlights letters by Washington and Lincoln in his collection and discusses why autographs reveal the subject’s soul and moral fiber.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ey Elmo Scott Watson
Lisapous
Abe White
Uerbert Huever
Fecrine
Usui
Thoms F. Marrigan
New York
White House
George Washington
Thomas Jefferson
Andrew Tackson
Abraham Cinearn
Abidigan
Washington
Clinton
Morristown
Lincoln
Sir. Madigan
Congress
Alice
Ben Bolt
Wonterland
Ict
Alice Roosevelt Longworth
Birs. Longworth
Suce White
Lincoln letter on founding era and autograph prices
A long excerpt discusses the constitutional compromise on representation, electors, and states, then shifts to autographs. It covers Jefferson and Adams letters, rising prices for Gwinnett signatures, notable sales, and the rarity of certain autographs. It also mentions Sitting Bull and Geronimo autographs and historical collectors, concluding with anecdotes about famous figures and a brief digression on Amelia Earhart and Amelia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House of Representatives
Congress
Forcetling
Genl
Quitman
Springfield
Mllinois
Hewett
Natches
Lincoln
New York
John Adams
Thomas Jefferson
Janes Madison
James Monroe
John Quincy Adams
Jefferson
Halt-Cultim
Washington
Warren G. Harding
Calvin Coolidge
Button Gwinnett
Georgia
America
Madigan
Gwinnett
George C. F. William
Grinnett Estate
John Cecil Clay
Mamaroneck
Sitting Bulls
Geronimo
Sitting Bull
Canada
Buffalo Bill
St. Louis
Jack Crawford
St Louis
Crawford
Natchez
Fort Sill
Oklo
Younher Soto
Solomon Islander dog tooth currency in the past century
The text describes a primitive money system among Solomon Islanders late in the last century where dogs teeth served as legal tender. Only two teeth from any dog were acceptable, stringed into necklaces, with wealthier families owning long chains. The value of a wife or a young man varied by tooth quality and amount.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Temreeth
Inventor Honored In Bardstown Kentucky Monument
A monument in Bardstown Kentucky honors Lieut John Fitch inventor of the steamboat. By unanimous vote the Senate and House approved on February 12 1926 a 15000 appropriation for a suitable memorial. The memorial was unveiled with impressive ceremony on May 28 1927.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bardstown
John Itches
United States Senate
House
Fitch
Phonograph choirs tested in German churches threaten choirs
Phonograph choirs are being tried in some churches in Germany and threaten to replace regular choirs and organists. The full-toned volume of sound is achieved by playing two records simultaneously or synchronized machines with the sound amplified by loudspeakers in the organ loft.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Growth prospects shape district value for buyers
Potential buyers should weigh future district development and its impact on property value. Even if not seeking an investment, prudent buyers examine the financial implications and long term prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Theugh
Gor
Probica
Changed Viewpoint on Hazel and the Mysterious Boy
In a reflective note from the American Legion Mooth ly, the line contrasts Hazel’s pensive companion with a sullen evasive man she questions. The piece ponders daily life as either a grind or a merry-go-round, inviting readers to consider perspective.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hazel
American Legion
Also Mentioned on This Page
Marquis de LaFayette
Prence
Sam
Fort Schuyler
van Dycke
Colo. van Dycke
G. Washington
Mississipp
P. W.tompkins
Tremont
Sam Thor
Chua
Cero
Josephus Hewett
Esa
Jeferson
Pranklin
Air. Adams
Amelia
Amel
Amerlia
Amelia Earhart
Amelia B. Barr
Westers
Dalon
President Hesver
C. J. Coffman
Hetabilt
Hewebold
Fred Sample
Boitie
Boentag
St. Ileato
Enmerly
Pi _tovalg
Colks
Grippe
Lydia E. Pinkham
Slocton
Anna Weaver
R. B.D. No
Rose-Hill
Iowa
Ries
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!