William H. Taft (1857 – 1930). 27th President of the United States. TNS. 1 page. 7´x 5”. No place. No date. To a Dr. Hinsdale; “Thank you for sending me the clipping which you do. It recalls a time so long ago that sometimes I hardly think it ever was.” A nice bold signature. Some light toning. Fine.

Free franked envelope 4.75 x 2.5 signed at upper right corner “Free-Winfield Scott, Lieut. Genl.” And addressed in his hand to J.D. Stevenson, Esquire in Washington, D.C. Accompanied by period seated portrait engraving.

Winston Churchill (1874 – 1965). British Prime Minister. Signed Photo Postcard. 5 ¼” x 3 ½”. Bold signature “Winston S. Churchill” along the bottom. Pencil notation on verso indicates the photo was taken aboard HMS Benbow at Malta. The photo shows Churchill addressing sailors aboard the ship. Excellent condition.

ROBERT TREAT PAINE (1731-1814) Signer of the Declaration of Independence. Autograph Statement Signed, “Robert Treat Paine,” internally. One page 7 ½” x 12 ½”. Bristol. May 2, 1771.Writ of Sezure, Robt. T. Paine vs. Cory Durkee. Paine writes: “This writs I then delivered to the within named Robert Treat Paine full seizure of the land and buildings herein mentioned and the appurtenances thereof & Left him in the peaceable possession of the same & so I return this execution fully satisfied.” The above referenced writ appears on the recto of this document and details the facts of the writ, in part: T: “George the Third by the Grace of God and Great Britain, France & Ireland King & Defendr of the Faith To the Sheriff of Our County of Bristol his under sheriffs or deputy Know you that Robert Treat Paine of Trenton in the County of Bristol Esq in our inferior court of common pleas Holden at Trenton in and for our County of Bristol on the Second Tuesday of March last by the consideration of the same court … against Covey Durfee of Freetown in the same county Marriner in a plea … whereby he demands against the said Covy Durfee the northerly half part of the tenth great lot in Freetown formerly called a Freemans lot & is bounded as Follows … therefore we command you that without delay you cause the said Robert Treat Paine to have full seizing of the land and buildings thereon standing and the appurtenances thereof and make it to appear to our justices of our inferior court of common pleases next to be hold at Trenton in and for our county of Bristol the Second Tuesday of June next … this twenty seventh day of April in the Eleventh year of our Reign Annoque Domim 1771 Timothy Fales…” Usual folds, some very light edge wear. Overall Very Fine.

Autograph Letter Signed, “Daddy.” Four pages, 8” x 10”. Selgars, Horndean Road, Emsworth, Hants. April 4, 1943. Accompanied by original envelope addressed to “Robin Crosfeld, 330 Washburn St. Lockport NY USA.” With seven postage stamps, three circular postal cancellations and “Opened by examiner 4411” band at left edge. Our author writes about his recent experiences in England in rebus form, which uses pictures and symbols to represent words. A total of twenty color pencil images are used in this letter. A truly exceptional war-date letter. Extremely Fine.

Autograph Document Signed, “Daddy.” Two pages, 8” x 10”. Selgars, Horndean Road, Emsworth. December 4, 1943. Accompanied by original envelope addressed to “Robin Crosfeld, 330 Washburn St. Lockport NY USA.” With two postage stamps, two circular postal cancellations, Airmail stamp and “Opened by examiner 2327” band at left edge. Our author writes about his recent experiences in England in rebus form, which uses pictures and symbols to represent words. A total of fifteen color pencil images are used in this letter. An exceptional war-date letter. Extremely Fine.

Zeppo Marx. Herbert Manfred "Zeppo" Marx (1901 – 1979) was an American film star, theatrical agent and businessman. He was the youngest of the five Marx Brothers. He appeared in the first five Marx Brothers films, but then left the act to start his second career as a theatrical agent. DS. 1pp. 8 1/2" x3 1/2". Los Angeles. 3/5/74. A "Desert Sun" check signed by Zeppo Marx in dark blue ink. The comedian paid "Desert Sun....$7.50". The check is lightly punch cancelled. It is in fine condition overall.

Application submitted to the Naval Examining Board for a position as Assistant Surgeon. 4 pages. Naval Hospital, New York. August 23, 1861. Knorr provided answers to 8 questions concerning subjects such as “the chemical formation of chloroform and dangers from its use” and the therapeutic effects of Digitalis”. Fine medical content.