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HERZL, THEODOR. (1860-1904). Viennese Jewish journalist and founder of Political Zionism. His pamphlet 'The Jewish State' acted as a political rally against anti-semitism that led to the formation of the Zionist Congress.
Typed document signed, in German, 4to, Vienna, June 18, 1903.
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This document is from one of the most critical moments of the French Revolution. With an Austrian army at its border, the new government was in grave danger. On August 10, 1792 , the people of Paris stormed the Tuileries, commemorated on the vignette at the top of this document. The royal family was imprisoned, although the monarchy was not formally abolished until the end of September. On September 2, Danton delivered one of his most rousing and terrifying speeches, calling on the people to conquer their enemy through daring, more daring and still more daring! The result was one of the bloodiest massacres ever seen in Paris. For four days, the mob went on the rampage, emptying prisons and massacring the inmates, aristocrats, priests and common criminals. The day after the massacres came to an end, this law was passed on September 7, benefiting those who had suffered under an abusive regime.

DANTON, GEORGES JACQUES. (1759-1794). French Revolutionary Leader.
Manuscript Document Signed, certified true copy of a ruling by the National Assembly reinstating Pierre Marie Maurice, formerly of the National Guard, who had been dismissed by Lafayette. Two pages folio in French, with vignette of the figure of justice,
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This is a very rare early, holograph essay titled "The Sargasso Sea," "Composition, Geo. S. Patton, March 6, 1899." The essay, was written as a class assignment relating to the Bermuda Triangle area in the Carribean. [his spellings and punctuation retained]: "The Sargasso Sea is one of the unexplored mysteries of the world. Though discovered as soon as North America no one has ever yet explained its unfathomable depths for the weed is so thick that niether steam nor sail can find its way to the center.... As many of the Spanish Galleons were loaded with gold it is thought it may be a perfect treasure house in the midst of the Atlantic, and also resting place for the unburied bones of many a sea hero, slain in battle or by the elements. There is quite a vivid description of the experiences of man who was left on a wreck which was supposed to be sinking but which floated into the middle of the Sargasso Sea...."

PATTON, JR., GEORGE SMITH. (1885-1945) United States Army general in World War II in campaigns in North Africa, Sicily, France and Germany, 1943-45. In World War I he was a senior commander of the new tank corps and saw action in France. The popular image of "Old Blood and Guts", contrasts with the historians' image of a brilliant military leader whose record was marred by insubordination and some periods of apparent instability.
Rare childhood Autograph Manuscript Signed, 4to, n.p., March 6, 1899.
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To Willy Sax. The Customs cleared your packet of colors yesterday for which I owe you 164.20 Swiss Francs. I am arranging to transfer this across the Exchange. There is a very serious question I wish to ask you about your Tempera. Is it durable if painted on top of oils, and are oils durable if painted on top of Tempera. It seems to me it would be a great convenience to mingle the two. But one would rest on a sure foundation. I would be very much obliged if you would send me three tubes of the flesh-tinted oil color. No. 98 (rose de cadmium). Boldly signed, Yours Sincerely, Winston S. Churchill. Envelope included.

CHURCHILL, WINSTON SPENCER. (1874-1965) British politican know chiefly for his leadership of the United Kingdom during World War II. He served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1940 to 1945 and again from 1951 to 1955. A noted statesman and orator, Churchill was also an officer in the British Army, a historian, a Nobel Prize winning writer, and an artist.
Typed Letter Signed, on “Chartwell” stationery, 4to, Westerham, Kent, November 4, 1946.
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FREDERIC THE GREAT. (1712 -1786). King of Prussia, interested primarily in the arts during his youth, Upon ascending to the Prussian throne, he attacked Austria and claimed Silesia during the Silesian Wars, winning military acclaim for himself and Prussia. For years he was a correspondent of Voltaire, with whom the king had an intimate, if turbulent, friendship. He modernized the Prussian bureaucracy and civil service and promoted religious tolerance throughout his realm.
Autograph Letter Signed, in French, 4to, n.p., n.d.
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The future general writes to his aunt from the U.S. Military Academy. I relish the opportunity to type this up yet a third time. If you can think of any additional formats to send this in, let me know! Dear Aunt Monnie I hope you are all well gain. I am feeling fine and Im really in training. I go over to the gym every afternoon at five and exercise hard for half an hour and then go downstairs and wrestle for fifteen minutes. Wrestling is the best exercise I ever tried. It uses every muscle in your body to the utmost and particularly strengthens ones neck besides if you keep your nose out of the way of elbows and dont dislocate your shoulders you cant get hurt much. Just now I have a dark lantern shade eye from it but it is due to my [indecipherable]. I did pretty well in math last week getting six out of a possible six but in French I fell down just last week and came out below thirty. I dont know exactly where. I got a letter from Morrises wife thanking me for my present. It seemed extremely funny to hear from Morris phillips.Fletcher offered me fifteen dollars for my tuxedo so I think I will sell it as it is no good. Tell ma to find it and see if it is all right and to write me at once so that I can tell him he does not want it sent [indecipherable]. See if there are any holes in it. The new preacher here is always praying that we be delivered from the evils of idleness. If he ever lived a day in barracks I guess he would have less fear of our going to hell by that road. I guess that my chances of getting first corps are gone. That man Greble is as military as I am and has a lot more pull still I will get one anyway I hope. Signed, With love to you all your devoted nephew Geo. S. Patton Jr.

PATTON, GEORGE S. JR. (1885–1945) United States Army officer most famous or his leadership commanding corps and armies as a general in World War II. He was also widely known for his controversial outspokenness and strong opinions. Commissioned in the army in 1909, Patton participated in the unsuccessful attempt to capture Pancho Villa in 1916-17.
Autograph Letter Signed, four pages. 8vo, n.p., Jan. 28 (no year given, but a date of 1906 written in pencil in another hand at the head of the letter).
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This is a form letter sent to a few colleagues for the Zionist Organization, Action Committee. "We have addressed the Russian members of the A.C. with a circular asking them to mark the passages in their reports that should be reproduced in 'Die Welt.' We are very sorry that this has not yet happened, because even though we do not know whether one or another published article would cause awkward or even harmful feelings. Therefore, our colleagues have to provide us with this preliminary work. And then, naturally we will take their wishes into account. It would be even better if you would - in addition to the distributed circulars from which we can extract information suited for publication in your area of activity on a monthly basis. Of course, this is solely a wish and not an order. And we would appreciate if we would be able to publish entirely authentic reports. Please send your letters to the Secretary's Offices of the Congress Bureau, attention Dr. I. Shalit." Signed, "With Zionist greetings 'Herzl'" as Chairman and "Mamorek," as secretary.

HERZL, THEODOR. (1860-1904). Hungarian Zionist leader. Wrote "Der Judenstaat" in 1896, advocating founding of a Jewish state in Palestine. President, Zionist Organization from 1897 to 1904. Considered the founder of organized Zionist movement.
Circular Printed Letter Signed, in German, 4to, Vienna, April 3, 1902. This is a form letter sent to a few colleagues for the Zionist Organization, Action Committee.
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HERZL, THEODOR. (1860-1904). Viennese Jewish journalist and founder of Political Zionism. His pamphlet 'The Jewish State' acted as a political rally against anti-semitism that led to the formation of the Zionist Congress.
A.L.S., in German, 8vo, Frankenstrasse 9, Feb. 3, 1904.
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A good letter organizing a meeting of the action committee for the Zionist World Congress. "This year the congress will take place in early summer, possibly as early in July . the election of the delegates for the Congress of Zionists is by direct and secret ballot - the other election modalities are up to the individual national organizations. However, these have to obtain approval of their elections made from the central A[ction] C[ommittee] at least three months before the elections. We therefore ask you to inform us without delay in which manner you are proposing to conduct this years elections." Signed "Herzl" as committee chairman and "Mamorek" as secretary.

HERZL, THEODOR. (1860-1904). Viennese Jewish journalist and founder of Political Zionism. His pamphlet "The Jewish State" acted as a political rally against anti-semitism that led to the formation of the Zionist Congress.
Printed Document Signed, in German, 4to, Vienna, March 4, 1903.
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PONIATOWSKI, JOSEPH . (1763-1813) Polish military leader who became a Marshall under Napoleon.
Manuscript Document Signed, in French, folio, January 23, 1810.
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This is a beautiful pen and ink drawing by the noted collector, scholar and artist Maurice Bloch. It depicts Weizmann with goatee staring intensely forward. A striking image signed by the artist with his monogram "MB" and by his sitter, in turquoise ink, "Ch. Weizmann."

WEIZMANN, CHAIM. (1874-1952) Russian chemist and Zionist leader. Active on behalf of Jewish interests, and in securing Balfour Declaration. President of the World Zionist Organization and the Jewish Agency of Palestine (1919-31, 1935-46).
Original Portrait Drawing Signed on artist board, 4to, n.p., n.d. [ca.1950]
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An important letter to a Mr. Horowitz. "Mr. Sacher will no doubt have informed you of the arrangements which had been made up to the time of this departure from London for our representation of the Commission of Enquiry." Weizmann then discusses in detail who will be sitting in on the enquiry, what responsibility they will have and the per diem they will receive. "Nothing need be paid to Counsel by way of fees, refreshers, or on account of expenses during their stay in Palestine, as these will be settled upon their return to England." Weizmann then reiterates that "Mr. Sacher will no doubt inform you whether he desires to be formally associated with the case in a similar manner." Signed, "Ch. Weizmann."

WEIZMANN, CHAIM. (1874-1952). Russian chemist and Zionist eader. Active on behalf of Jewish interests, and in securing the Balfour Declaration (1917). President of the World Zionist Organization (1920-1931). Secured United States support fo
Typed Letter Signed on "The Zionist Organization" stationery, 2 separate pages 4to, London, September 25, 1929.
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The letter reads in full, "I see that the 9th company of Miners will not arrive in Bayonne before the 24th, that the 9th Company of the 4th battalion of Sappers will only get there on the 22nd; and that the 6th and 7th companies of the 1st battalion, the 1st, 3rd and 4th of the 2nd battalion and the 4th and 6th of the 5th battalion only on the 29th. It would be necessary that the Company of Miners and the eight Companies of Sappers arrive in Bayonne before 20 October. Therefore, accelerate their march...." He ends hoping that "God...keep you in His holy care...." He signs, "NP."

NAPOLEON I. (1769-1821). French military and political leader who had significant impact on modern European history.
Manuscript Letter Signed, in French,4to, Erfurt, October 2, 1808.
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Mother Teresa writes a charming and inspiring letter to a supporter who wants to write a biography of the humanitarian nun. "Thank you for...the desire to write another book. There are so many books already written- that I am afraid- people will have M.C. indigestion...something beautiful for God is still bringing people closer to God-this is all I want. Keep the joy of loving Jesus in your heart and share this joy with all you meet...." She ends the letter and signs, God bless you. M. Teresa m c.

MOTHER TERESA (Bojaxhiu, Agnes Gonxha). (1910-97). Albanian-born, Indian citizen. She founded the Missionaries of Charity in Calcutta India. For over forty years, she led major humanitarian efforts in India and other poverty stricken areas of the world, which gave her international fame. By the time of her death, her Missionaries of Charity were operating 610 missions in 123 countries. Pope John Paul II beatified her after her death, giving her the title Blessed Teresa of Calcutta. She won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979.
Exceptional Autograph Letter Signed, on an 8vo sheet of lined paper, marked with Missionaries of Charity purple ink address stamp, Calcutta, "5/1/81."
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HOUSTON, SAM . (1793-1863). American statesman, politician, and soldier. He was a key figure in the history of Texas, including periods as President of the Republic of Texas, Senator for Texas after it joined the United States, and finally as governor. LR Books
This is a “Treasury Warrant” of the State of Texas endorsed on verso, “Sam Houston” Two cancellation marks effecting the bold signature. An extremely attractive presentation honoring one of Kennedy’s most courageous heroes with an
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Churchill writes to the Swiss paint manufacturer, Willy Sax, I was certainly not offended by your suggestion, but I think that you are right to decide not to publish for the present Signed, Winston S. Churchill.

CHURCHILL , WINSTON SPENCER. (1874-1965) British politician known chiefly for his leadership of the United Kingdom during World War II. He served as Prime Minister from 1940 to 1945 and again from 1951 to 1955. A noted statesman and orator, Churchill was also an officer in the British Army, historian, writer, and artist. He is the only British Prime Minister who has ever received the Nobel Prize in Literature and the second person to be made an Honorary Citizen of the United States.
Typed Letter Signed, 4to, (London, S.W.7.) at La Pausa, Roquebrune-Cap Martin, February 20, 1957
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WEIZMANN, CHAIM. (1874-1952) Russian chemist and Zionist leader. Active on behalf of Jewish interests, and in securing Balfour Declaration. President of the World Zionist Organization and the Jewish Agency of Palestine (1919-31, 1935-46).
Typed Letter Signed, in German, oblong 8vo, Geneva, Dec. 16, 1903.
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MARIA THERESA OF AUSTRIA. (1717-80). Archduchess of Austria, Queen of Hungary and Bohemia (1740-80), Holy Roman Empress. Marie Antoinette was Maria Theresa's daughter.
Rare Autograph Note Signed, in German, small 8vo on verso of hand painted, gilt edged pictorial royal vellum stationery, n.p., n.d.
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An angry letter to L. Hefetz, challenging an article by Joseph Frankl. "When the war [WWI] broke out, I, together with Y. Ben-Zvi (we were both students at the University in Constantinople) went to the military commander of Jerusalem, Zecai [?] Bey, with a request to organize a militia to defend the country. The commander agreed, and several tens of young people, among them the author Y. H. Brenner, enlisted and already began military training. But when the matter became known to Jemal pasha, who was then in Damascus, he gave an order to dissolve this unit. I do not know from where he [Frankl] took some document dated April 6. The story took place in the month of September 1914. As for the 'Zion Mule Corps,' we both opposed it (Jabotinsky also opposed it, and did not join Trumpeldor) but there is no truth to his [Frankl's] claim that we opposed the Legion; Ben-Zvi and I founded the American branch of the Legion, as part which we returned to Aretz [Eretz Israel]. I have no knowledge of any German Foreign Ministry documents about Ben-Zvi or me. I have never heard of any and doubt that Frankl has seen them. There is not one bit of truth in the story that through Brandeis we approached . (?) to allow us to return. This is a foolish made-up story. In Constantinople there was no American Ambassador named Elkins. No copy was ever sent to the German Foreign Ministry. And from where Frankl pulled these made-up fairy tales - I do not know. When did this article appear in The Jewish Chronicle? I will send a denial of this made-up nonsense to the newspaper." Signed, "With thanks, D. Ben Gurion."

BEN GURION, DAVID. (1886-1973). Polish-born Israeli politician. Proclaimed independence of Israel in 1948 and became head of the provisional government 1948-49.
Autograph Letter Signed, in Hebrew, 2 separate pages 8vo (one page shortened), Tel Aviv, Feb 15, 1966. An angry letter to L.
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CHURCHILL WINSTON SPENCER . (1874-1965). British politician known chiefly for his leadership of the United Kingdom during World War II. He served as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom from 1940 to 1945 and again from 1951 to 1955. A noted statesman and orator, Churchill was also an officer in the British Army, a historian, a Nobel Prize winning writer, and an artist.
Typed Letter Signed, on “Chartwell” stationery, 4to, Westerham, Kent, November 4, 1946.
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