Americana and ephemera collection lets bidders step back in time at Potter and Potter March 7

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CHICAGO — More than 650 lots of Americana and ephemera ranging from Civil War items to advertising come to market at Potter & Potter on Thursday, March 7. The catalog is now available for bidding at LiveAuctioneers.

The collection of Mark Rucker includes photographs, trade cards, advertising, baseball memorabilia, and a wide range of printed paper ephemera. There are sizable groupings of African Americana and items surrounding pre- and post-revolution Cuba.

Brooks Locomotive Works of Dunkirk, New York was a manufacturer of steam locomotives for the growing American market. This salesman’s album contains 47 albumen prints mounted to board to preview designs and options for prospective customers. Used only internally by its sales team, the book may be unique. Brooks was founded in 1869, and this book covers locomotives built between 1871 and 1880. Brooks was part of the great merger in 1901 that created The American Locomotive Company (ALCO). The book is estimated at $1,500-$10,000.

Tobacco was one of the biggest consumer goods in the 19th century, and marketers went to great expense to establish and differentiate the countless brands of cigars, cigarettes, and chewing and snuff tobacco. This set of 70 tobacco trade cards and box labels is a colorful survey of the often ingenious and humorous caricatures used to keep brands top of mind. The lot is estimated at $2,000-$4,000.

Color lithography was highly sought after in all aspects of commercial life at the turn of the previous century, largely because of its novelty. This collection of nearly 500 sheet music sets covers jazz, marches, patriotic songs, waltzes, and more. It is estimated at $3,000-$6,000.

A morbid but interesting element to the Rucker collection is this U.S. Army silver star removed from the wreckage of a 1938 Cadillac staff car in which General George Patton suffered the injury that lead to his death in December 1945. It is accompanied by a file photo of the wreck and the name and address of the Army soldier who recovered it, and it has an estimate of $1,500-$3,000.

Regino Mamelo Garcia was a catcher for 12 seasons in the Cuban winter baseball leagues. From 1905 to 1907, he was also a batting champion, and the league presented him with this award in 1907 to mark his feat. The highest-estimated lot in the sale, it is estimated at $20,000-$40,000.
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Brooks Locomotive Works sales album, estimated at $1,500-$10,000 at Potter & Potter.
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70 cigar and tobacco labels and trade cards, estimated at $2,000-$4,000 at Potter & Potter.
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Nearly 500 early 20th-century sheet music sets, estimated at $3,000-$6,000 at Potter & Potter.
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Metal star taken from General George Patton’s command car, in which he was fatally injured, estimated at $1,500-$3,000 at Potter & Potter.
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Cuban winter league batting award presented to Regino Mamelo Garcia in 1907, estimated at $20,000-$40,000 at Potter & Potter.
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Black American history is brought to life at Freeman’s Hindman Feb. 27

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CINCINNATI — Freeman’s Hindman’s American Historical Ephemera and Early Photography sale on Tuesday, February 27 features documents, historical artifacts, and photography from throughout American history, with a focus on the pioneering figures and key moments that shaped the African American experience during the last 300 years. The complete catalog is available for bidding at LiveAuctioneers.

The leading lot of the sale is Roll, Jordan, Roll, number 122 of a total press run of 350 books signed by author Julia Peterkin and photographer Doris Ulmann. Published by Robert O. Ballou in 1933, the book is a sympathetic and non-stereotypical view of former slaves living in the Gullah coastal region of South Carolina. It carries an estimate of $8,000-$10,000.

A Reconstruction-era broadside political poster alerting voters to how their votes would be interpreted with regard to ‘Negro suffrage’ is another top lot. It reads in part, “Every Republican vote is a vote for Negro suffrage / In favor of Congress compelling us to let the Negro vote.” Published by the Democratic campaign of Charles T. Molony, his message was apparently heard as he went on to win his New Jersey State Assembly race. The broadside is in fair condition with some areas of loss; its estimate is $7,000-$9,000.

Another New Jersey-related item focuses on the Republican Party’s attempt to push voting rights for Black males in the 1868 election. It is estimated at $3,000-$4,000.

Maria Howard Weeden (1847-1905) was an Alabama-based poet and artist who published and signed her works as ‘Howard’ Weeden. Her sympathetic portraiture of emancipated Blacks earned her great respect throughout her career, and even exhibitions in Europe. This watercolor of an elderly woman has an estimate of $5,000-$7,000.

This carte de visite of Frederick Douglass was imaged by J. B. Roberts around 1867 at his Rochester studio, located at 58 State Street. The lot notes describe it as “Possibly a previously unknown image”, though it resembles another image in the Rochester Public Library collection. It is estimated at $2,000-$3,000.
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‘Roll, Jordan, Roll,’ estimated at $8,000-$10,000 at Freeman’s Hindman.
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‘Attention! Voters! Don’t Be Deceived’ political poster, estimated at $7,000-$9,000 at Freeman’s Hindman.
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‘The Two Records. Voters. Read and Remember’ political tract, estimated at $3,000-$4,000 at Freeman’s Hindman.
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Maria Howard Weeden portrait of an elderly woman, estimated at $5,000-$7,000 at Freeman’s Hindman.
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Carte de visite of Frederick Douglass, estimated at $2,000-$3,000 at Freeman’s Hindman.
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Civil War and Gold Rush-era ephemera and photography showcased at Hindman Nov. 30

Only known daguerreotype of General James Birdseye McPherson, $4,000-$6,000 at Hindman.

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CINCINNATI, Ohio — A potent collection of 19th-century photographs, documents, correspondence and more come to market Thursday, November 30 in Hindman’s American Historical Ephemera & Photography sale. The catalog is now available for bidding at LiveAuctioneers.

Fresh with gold fever, William J. Jewell (1818-1885) left his wife and children behind in Michigan in 1852 to head to the gold fields in California’s Sierra Nevada mountains. Jewell kept a diary and all his correspondence, which helps date these two daguerreotypes he had commissioned of him and his claim at Poverty Bar, California (which since 1962 has been at the bottom of Camanche Reservoir). Captured with remarkable clarity, the two images show Jewell as the central figure, pushing a wheelbarrow to the Long Tom sluice box, and in another view, panning for gold. The daguerreotypes are estimated at $15,000-$25,000.

The second highest-ranking officer to be killed in the American Civil War, General James Birdseye McPherson (1828-1864) fell at the battle of Atlanta on July 22, 1864. His death was a major blow to the Union Army, and he was widely mourned by Generals U. S. Grant and William Tecumseh Sherman. In a touch of pathos, the commanding officer of the Confederate forces at the battle, General John Bell Hood, expressed remorse, remarking on the death of his West Point “classmate and boyhood friend.” This is the only known daguerreotype of McPherson, and it is estimated at $4,000-$6,000.

Descended directly in the family of General Nelson Appleton Miles (1839-1925) are U.S. Army Cavalry regimental colors from the Indian Wars period (1870s-1890s). Miles was a Civil War hero, Medal of Honor recipient, and leader of major U.S. Army operations during the Indian Wars. Though he commanded infantry, he had numerous Cavalry (horse-mounted troops) attached to his units. The colors are estimated at $8,000-$10,000.
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Two 1852 daguerreotypes of miner William J. Jewell in California, estimated at $15,000-$25,000 at Hindman.
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Extensive California Gold Rush archive of William J. Jewell, estimated at $15,000-$25,000 at Hindman.
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Only known daguerreotype of General James Birdseye McPherson, estimated at $4,000-$6,000 at Hindman.
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U.S. Cavalry regimental colors descended directly in the family of U.S. Army General Nelson Miles, estimated at $8,000-$10,000 at Hindman.
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1876 38-star American parade flag with floral star pattern, estimated at $8,500-$9,500 at Hindman.
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Hindman’s American Historical Ephemera & Photography sale reaches $913K

Detail of half plate daguerreotype of three gold miners, $37,800. Image courtesy of Hindman
Half plate daguerreotype of three gold miners, $37,800. Image courtesy of Hindman
Half plate daguerreotype of three gold miners, $37,800. Image courtesy of Hindman

CINCINNATI – On June 15-16, Hindman’s summer American Historical Ephemera & Photography auction saw passionate bidding for early photographs and material relating to America’s westward expansion. A half plate daguerreotype of three gold miners realized $37,800, five times its estimate. The image of the three men epitomizes the gold rush itself, as their somewhat haggard appearance is offset by supremely resolute expressions behind their lit cigars. Absentee and Internet live bidding was facilitated by LiveAuctioneers.

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Top dealers from 10 states to set up at The Big Collectibles Show, Oct. 21-22

Pair of 1936 Landon & Knox political license plate toppers, offered by Lon Ellis, $1,600 for the pair

NORTH CANTON, Ohio – Where can a $5 bill buy collectors an entertaining day of antiques and collectibles shopping, free expert appraisals, and admission to one of America’s most exciting museums? At The Big Collectibles Show taking place October 21 and 22 at the MAPS (Military Air Preservation Society) Air Museum.

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Historical American documents featured in Turner’s Aug. 20 Books & Ephemera sale

Howard Chandler Christy World War I poster, est. $300-$500
 Howard Chandler Christy World War I poster, est. $300-$500

Howard Chandler Christy World War I poster, est. $300-$500

SAN FRANCISCO – Turner Auctions + Appraisals will stage a sale titled Books & Ephemera, including Historical Documents from the Chapman Family of Connecticut, on Saturday, August 20, starting at 10:30 am Pacific time. Featuring more than 220 lots from the 17th to the 20th centuries, the auction includes antique and vintage books on many subjects and in diverse languages. There is also a wide selection of works on paper that spans engravings, vintage photographs, maps, war posters, lithographs and artworks. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Historic American photographs, militaria found new homes at Hindman

The Rosborough family archive, including letters relating to the California Gold Rush, the Modoc War, the Klondike Gold Rush, and early settlement and mining operations in Idaho Territory, Utah Territory, Nevada and Texas, $37,500
The Rosborough family archive, including letters relating to the California Gold Rush, the Modoc War, the Klondike Gold Rush, and early settlement and mining operations in Idaho Territory, Utah Territory, Nevada and Texas, $37,500
The Rosborough family archive, including letters relating to the California Gold Rush, the Modoc War, the Klondike Gold Rush, and early settlement and mining operations in Idaho Territory, Utah Territory, Nevada and Texas, $37,500

CINCINNATI – On June 21 and 22, Hindman Auctions’ American Historical Ephemera & Photography sale realized $989,781. The Civil War and American militaria collection of Bruce B. Hermann was the focal point of the auction. Military uniforms were among standout lots from the Hermann collection, offered on the second day of the sale, while outstanding Civil War-era and 19th-century photographs highlighted the first day of the auction.

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Over & Above to unveil ‘Curiosities and Collectibles,’ Dec. 11

14K yellow gold opal and diamond dinner ring, est. $400-$600
14K yellow gold opal and diamond dinner ring, est. $400-$600

TIMONIUM, Md. – Over & Above Online Auction will host its Curiosities and Collectibles Auction Saturday, December 11. Absentee and Internet live bidding will be available through LiveAuctioneers.

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Collector seeks rare Scranton baseball cards to complete collection

A scarce set of 1908 Rose Company postcards, one featuring E.J. Coleman, president of the Scranton Miners baseball club, sold for $660 at Robert Edward Auctions’ spring 2018 sale. Image courtesy of Robert Edward Auctions.
A scarce set of 1908 Rose Company postcards, one featuring E.J. Coleman, president of the Scranton Miners baseball club, sold for $660 at Robert Edward Auctions’ spring 2018 sale. Image courtesy of Robert Edward Auctions.
A scarce set of 1908 Rose Company postcards, one featuring E.J. Coleman, president of the Scranton Miners baseball club, sold for $660 at Robert Edward Auctions’ spring 2018 sale. Image courtesy of Robert Edward Auctions.

SCRANTON, Pa. (AP) – In the most fun card game a baseball fan as big as he is could play, Stephen Olson is potentially holding a miracle hand. He just needs to be dealt two more cards to complete it.

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1963 Beatles-signed show program tops $30K at RR Auction

 1963 program signed by all four Beatles, $30,250 1963 program signed by all four Beatles, $30,250

1963 program signed by all four Beatles, $30,250

BOSTON, Mass. – A Beatles-signed show program sold for $30,250 in a recently completed sale conducted by RR Auction. The vintage red program, printed with the words ‘The Beatles Show,’ was offered at performances held at the Odeon Cinema in Southport, England, from August 26-31, 1963. The program is also signed inside by four members of Gerry and the Pacemakers: Gerry Marsden, Freddie Marsden, Les Chadwick, and Les Maguire.

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