Archives International Auctions Auction 80 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2022: Lots 1 to 826 in 2 SESSIONS

Archives International Auctions - Sale 80 110 October 25, 2022 Archives International Auctions www.archivesinternational.com 578 578 James Farley, 1942-45, Quartet of Autographs New York, 1942- 45. Letters signed by James Farley on personal letterhead and 1 letter on Coca-Cola letterhead. James Aloysius Farley (May 30, 1888 – June 9, 1976) was an American politician and Knight of Malta who simultaneously served as chairman of the New York State Democratic Committee, chairman of the Democratic National Committee, and Postmaster General under President Franklin Roosevelt. After leaving Washington in 1940, Farley was named chairman of the board of the Coca-Cola Export Corporation, a vehicle that was created for his talents. Farley held this post until his retirement in 1973. Farley defeated a Roosevelt bid to name the party’s candidate for New York governor in 1942. Farley once again became an important national political force when his old friend, Harry Truman, became president in 1945. Also included in lot is a pamphlet of Editorials from various newspapers by the Honorable James A. Farley. (5). �������������������������� Est. $130-260 579 579 President Theodore Roosevelt, 1900 Military Commission Signed While Governor of New York. New York, 1900. People of the State of New York document signed by Theodore Roosevelt as Governor of New York. Black text, New York State seal at top left, Embossed gold seal at bottom left. This document appoints Louis Edgar Potter as First Lieutenant in the 32nd Separate Company (Second Regiment) Infantry, National Guard of New York, from the date of February 1st, 1900. The document was witnessed by Governor Roosevelt, and his distinctive signature appears at bottom right. Theodore Roosevelt Jr. (October 27, 1858 - January 6, 1919) often referred to as Teddy or by his initials, T. R., was an American politician, statesman, conservationist, naturalist, historian, and writer who served as the 26th president of the United States from 1901 to 1909. He previously served as the 25th vice president under President William McKinley from March to September 1901 and as the 33rd governor of New York from 1899 to 1900. Having assumed the presidency after McKinley’s assassination, Roosevelt emerged as a leader of the Republican Party and became a driving force for anti-trust and Progressive policies. VF condition for age with some fading on text. ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Est. $500-800 580 580 Senator Robert F. Kennedy, 1967 Letter with Autograph on United States Senate Letterhead New York...., 1967. Lot includes 2 pieces: Typewritten letter, possibly a copy on thin yellow paper, from Matthew L. Lifflander, Hertz International, to Robert F. Kennedy. Lifflander writes, “As an additional premium to all United States Senators from New York who did not support Governor Rockefeller for re-election, and who do lease automobiles from Hertz - I am pleased to enclose a few extra stereo tapes for your new Lincoln.” The letter ends with a humorous message, “It is our sincere hope that your desire to hear this music will encourage you to stay within the vehicle and keep you from standing on the roof of our car during public appearances,” something Kennedy must have done on at least one occasion. The second piece is a return typewritten letter from Senator Robert F. Kennedy on United States Senate letterhead, thanking Lifflander for the car and stereo tapes, stating that he “found the selection in extremely good taste.” Kennedy goes on to state cheekily that “I have not yet had a chance to test the structural components of the roof, hood and trunk. As you predicted, both the good music and the nippy weather have kept me inside.” He ends the note with “I am waiting for the first thaw to revert to my old habits.” The letter is signed by Senator Kennedy at bottom. Robert Francis Kennedy (November 20, 1925 - June 6, 1968), also referred to by his initials RFK or by the nickname Bobby, was an American lawyer and politician who served as the 64th United States Attorney General from January 1961 to September 1964, and as a U.S. Senator from New York from January 1965 until his assassination in June 1968. He was, like his brothers John and Edward, a prominent member of the Democratic Party and has come to be viewed by some historians as an icon of modern American liberalism. Fine condition with foxing and toning. A fun and interesting pair of related letters that showcase Robert F. Kennedy’s personality. �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Est. $250-500 581 581 Vice President Under James Madison and New York Governor Daniel D. Tompkins, 1810 Military Appointment Document to the People of the State of NewYork New York, 1810. Document from the People of the State of New York, appointing Peter Van Winkle as Second Lieutenant of a Company in the Second Regiment of the First Brigade of the Artillery of the State. Witnessed and signed by Daniel D. Tompkins at bottom right, also signed by Secretary Daniel Hale. Black text and handwriting, Embossed Excelsior seal at bottom left. Fine condition for age with foxing and toning at fold lines. Daniel D. Tompkins ( June 21, 1774 - June 11, 1825) was an American politician. He was the fifth governor of New York from 1807 to 1817, and the sixth vice president of the United States under James Madison from 1817 to 1825. Daniel Hale (d. 1821) was an American Federalist politician. After the American Revolutionary War, he settled in Albany, New York, and became a merchant. He was Secretary of State of New York from 1798 to 1801, and from 1810 to 1811......... ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� Est. $200-400