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John Marshall Collects His Pay As Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court by John Marshall

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Seller: The Raab Collection

Title: John Marshall Collects His Pay As Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court
Author: John Marshall
Seller: The Raab Collection (United States)
Description: 30/03/1813. The Compensation Act of 1789 set the salary of a chief justice of the Supreme Court at $4,000, and it remained that amount until 1819 when it was raised to $5,000. So John Marshall received $4,000 in his early years in that office, and the salary was paid in quarterly payments of $1,000 each.Autograph document signed, Washington, March 30, 1813, to William Whann, the Cashier of the Bank of Columbia, being a check or pay order to collect his salary. “When my quarter salary which will become due on the first of April shall be received, you will please to pay to James Brown esquire or bearer the sum of one thousand dollars.”This brief order illustrates how federal salaries were collected back then. The funds became available at a bank depository, which was the Bank of the United States until its charter ran out in 1811. Thereafter much of its business was conducted by the Bank of Columbia, until the Second Bank of the United States was up and running in 1817. The federal employee - in this case John Marshall - wrote to the cashier of the bank - in this case William Whann - with instructions on how to dispose of it. John Brown was Marshall’s trusted secretary, so we would speculate that this James Brown was a kinsman of his and acting as a personal assistant to Marshall. So we would suggest that Marshall wanted to collect this salary for his own use.This is our first document of Marshall collecting his salary as Chief Justice.

La Philosophie des images enigmatiques by MENESTRIER, Claude François

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Title: La Philosophie des images enigmatiques
Author: MENESTRIER, Claude François
Seller: Rootenberg Rare Books & Manuscripts (United States)
Description: Lyon: Hilaire Baritel, 1694. Folding engraved plate. 19th-century calf-backed marbled boards. A good copy. First edition of this lengthy explication of occult talismans, pentacles, hieroglyphs, monuments, and characters found in esoteric ritual. Written by a Jesuit scholar, the text classifies enigmatic images according to their context and meanings without prejudicing Christian over pagan symbols. He identifies enigmas in Bible verses, classical poetry, the Kabbalah, and published prophecies and offers possible explanations and his reasoning. Menestrier here seeks to distinguish between true and false enigmas to elucidate nuanced religious texts. He categorizes false symbolism as poetic or allegorical, which confuse readers looking for deeper meaning. His discussion includes the prophecies of Nostradamus and the Biblical Apocrypha; he attempts to decode their enigmatic language while denouncing their intentional vagueness. This book includes the first discussion of the prophecy of Malachi on the succession of the popes. Caillet 7376; Enenkel, Jesuit Image Theory 83 and 125.

Libro del caballero Zifar [facsimile reproduction of Bibliothèque nationale de France, ms. Espagnol 36] by MARTINEZ, Ferrand

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Title: Libro del caballero Zifar [facsimile reproduction of Bibliothèque nationale de France, ms. Espagnol 36]
Author: MARTINEZ, Ferrand
Seller: Rootenberg Rare Books & Manuscripts (United States)
Description: Barcelona: M. Moleiro Editore, 1996. FIRST EDITION OF THE FACSIMILE. With 242 decorated miniatures. Full calf with gilt border on both covers, red Moroccan spine decorated in gilt insignia, laurel wreaths, and stars; painted endpaper and gilt dentelles. Preserved in a red Moroccan and gilt case. Fine, as if never opened. First edition of this gorgeous facsimile, No. 649 of 987 printed. The Libro del caballero Zifar was the first adventure story ever written in Spain. Dating to the early fourteenth century, this adaptation of the life of Saint Eustace infuses chivalric drama with Christian ideals. It follows Zifar, a knight who becomes a king after being forcibly separated from his family. One of the most important Spanish romances, the text also showcases the international scope of literature of the period, drawing on Arabic stories, geography, and science. The authorship of the manuscript has been debated. It was likely written by Ferrand Martínez, a cleric from Toledo and secretary of Alfonso X of Castille, who appears as a character in the prologue. This facsimile reproduces the “Paris Manuscript,” one of two located in the Bibliothèque Nationale that transmitted the text; the third original is located in the National Library of Spain. Our copy includes the original signed certificate of authentication laid in. (offered with) RICO, Francisco & RAMOS, Rafael eds.) Libro del caballero Zifar. Códice de París. Barcelona: M. Moleiro Editore, 1996. Folio. 330 pp. With 157 colored illustrations. Burgundy cloth with the original dust jacket. A fine copy, as if never opened, with a signed advertisement letter from the publisher. First edition. A richly illustrated volume of essays to accompany the Libro del caballero Zifar facsimile. Several Spanish scholars of Medieval literature and history provide a guide to the text and illustrations, situating it within fourteenth-century Spain and manuscript historiography.

Patologia generale by MARTINI, Lorenzo

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Title: Patologia generale
Author: MARTINI, Lorenzo
Seller: Rootenberg Rare Books & Manuscripts (United States)
Description: Capolago: Elvetica, 1834. FIRST EDITION. Contemporary half blue sheep over marbled boards, gilt spine, edges sprinkled red. A very nice set. First edition of this Italian work on pathology. The text provides an overview of the nature of disease, divides illnesses based on whether they are treated with medication or surgery, and includes dozens of case studies and the author’s opinion on them. Martini (1785-1844) was physician, physiologist, and medical instructor with over two dozen titles to his name. OCLC locates only 2 copies in America (NLM and APS).

A Clockwork Orange by Burgess, Anthony

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Title: A Clockwork Orange
Author: Burgess, Anthony
Seller: Burnside Rare Books, ABAA (United States)
Condition: Near Fine
Description: London: William Heinemann Ltd, 1962. First Edition. Near Fine/Very Good. First edition, first printing. Bound in original first issue black cloth with spine lettered in gilt. Near Fine with foxing to top textblock edge, very faint staining to front endsheet at top edge near gutter, previous owner bookplate to front free endpaper and pages toned. In a Very Good first state dust jacket with wide flaps priced at 16s net; staining to jacket mostly visible from the blank verso, light toning and light wear. Presents well. Anthony Burgess' best-known novel, which was the basis of the 1971 Stanley Kubrick film.

An Artist in America by Benton, Thomas Hart

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Title: An Artist in America
Author: Benton, Thomas Hart
Seller: Burnside Rare Books, ABAA (United States)
Description: New York: Robert M. McBride & Company, 1937. First edition. First edition, limited issue signed by Thomas Hart Benton on the limitation page. The so-called "Missouri Edition." xii, 276 pp. Bound in publisher's blue cloth with blindstamped front board, gilt spine lettering. Illustrated. Former owner's name on paste down, offsetting to endpapers, else Fine in Near Fine dust jacket, spine slightly sunned. An attractive signed limited edition of the acclaimed American artist's memoir.

Laverne Edwin Olson U.S. Navy Photo Album Documenting Philippines and Hawaii Military Presence, 1944-1946 by W.W.II Philippines & Hawaii Photo Album

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Title: Laverne Edwin Olson U.S. Navy Photo Album Documenting Philippines and Hawaii Military Presence, 1944-1946
Author: W.W.II Philippines & Hawaii Photo Album
Seller: Max Rambod Inc. (United States)
Description: 1944. Olson, Laverne Edwin, vernacular photo album (circa 1944-1946) documents U.S. Navy enlisted service across the Philippines and Hawaii during the final phase of World War II and the immediate postwar occupation period, providing direct visual and documentary evidence of military presence, local communities, and wartime social life in the Pacific Theater. The album is anchored by Olson's official U.S. Navy Certificate of Satisfactory Service confirming duty from December 18, 1944 through April 23, 1946, situating the material within the aftermath of the U.S. return to the Philippines following the Leyte landings and the transition into occupation and reconstruction. The photographs support research into Pacific War military infrastructure, American servicemen's daily life, and interactions with local populations in recently contested and strategically critical regions. Album titled "Snapshots: The Philippines and The Islands of Hawaii," compiled circa 1944-1946, contains 25 items: 23 silver gelatin photographs, one wallet-sized U.S. Navy Certificate of Satisfactory Service, and one Roosevelt Commemorative Birthday Ball exchange coupon dated January 30, 1946. Album measures approximately 4.5 x 3.5 inches, with most photographs approximately 4 x 2.5 inches. Images include candid and landscape views from the Philippines, likely including Leyte, depicting rural villages, shoreline activity, docked naval vessels, and local labor such as fishing and canoe transport. One photograph shows a group of Filipino children and young men gathered along a beach, while another captures men and boys navigating shallow coastal waters in a canoe. Hawaiian images include group recreation scenes and coastal landscapes, reflecting off-duty life within a major U.S. naval hub. The Roosevelt Birthday Ball coupon, printed with the slogan "Dance That Others May Walk," provided access to multiple Honolulu venues and connects the album to wartime charitable campaigns supporting polio treatment through organized social events. Created during the closing campaigns of the Pacific War and the first year of U.S. postwar presence in the Philippines, the album situates an enlisted sailor within a broader military and geopolitical transformation that included amphibious warfare, territorial reoccupation, and the reestablishment of American administrative and logistical systems. The Philippines served as a critical site of both combat and reconstruction, while Hawaii functioned as a central staging and support base for naval operations. The inclusion of both official documentation and leisure-related ephemera demonstrates how military service encompassed bureaucratic recordkeeping, mobility across strategic locations, and participation in organized morale and fundraising activities tied to the American home front. Light wear to album covers, minor handling and edge wear to photographs, with images remaining sharp; service certificate shows toning and wear; pages largely intact. Overall very good condition.

Education for the Needs of the Negro in Virginia by Fred M. Alexander, 1943 by Fred Alexander

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Title: Education for the Needs of the Negro in Virginia by Fred M. Alexander, 1943
Author: Fred Alexander
Seller: Max Rambod Inc. (United States)
Description: 1943. [African American] [Education] Alexander, Fred M. Education for the Needs of the Negro in Virginia. Washington DC: The Southern Education Foundation. First Edition Hardcover No Dust Jacket, 1943. 297 pages. Measures 6.25" x 9.25". The book proposes that the rapid acceleration of social chance in Virginia has required the education system to make changes to accommodate the black scholars. The stated reasons for the study by the author include: "There is general concern among all classes of people for improving the social and economic conditions of all underprivileged people," "Education opportunities and facilities for Negroes in Virginia are below a reasonable standard for social effectiveness" and "Negroes are becoming increasingly conscious of their educational needs and are organizing to urge more adequate facilities." The book is broken up into different educational sections and also includes several graphs, charts and other index sections. Gold gilt lettering with Title & portrait of John P. Slater in seal on boards. Gilt lettering on spine. Cloth is dark green. Binding tight and pages are clean. In very good condition.

The Convict : And Other Stories (Signed Copy, Plus Bonus Book!) by James Lee Burke

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Title: The Convict : And Other Stories (Signed Copy, Plus Bonus Book!)
Author: James Lee Burke
Seller: Grayshelf Books, ABAA, IOBA (United States)
ISBN: 9780752801650
Condition: Fine
Description: First UK Edition/First Printing; A Fine book in a Fine dust jacket with no visible flaws. SIGNED by the author to the title page. An exceptional copy of this UK edition, published about 10 years after the original first edition, uncommon in this pristine condition. Also included, an uncorrected proof of the same title for the Hyperion publication which came out the same year. A lovely pair of JLB books, a welcome addition to any Burke collection. Not remaindered, not price-clipped, not ex-library; in a protective Mylar cover and will ship securely wrapped in a sturdy box.

Mother's Medicine by [Thurmond, Strom], [Cochran, Thad]

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Title: Mother's Medicine
Author: [Thurmond, Strom], [Cochran, Thad]
Seller: The First Edition Rare Books, LLC (United States)
Condition: Near fine
Description: New York: William Morrow and Company, Inc, 1979. First Edition, First Printing. Hardcover. Near fine/near fine. First edition of Mother's Medicine by Nancy Moore Thurmond, inscribed by Senator Strom Thurmond to Senator Thad Cochran.. First edition of Mother's Medicine by Nancy Moore Thurmond, inscribed by Senator Strom Thurmond to Senator Thad Cochran. Octavo, 383pp. Orange hardcover, title in gilt on cream cloth spine. Stated "First Edition" with full number line on copyright page. Solid text block, lightly bumped on top edge, near fine. In the publisher's dust jacket, $9.95 retail price, light wear to edges of spine, a near fine example. Inscribed by Nancy and Strom Thurmond on the front free endpaper "To our friends Rose and Thad Cochran, distinguished U.S. Senator from Mississippi, With our best wishes... January 1979." Strom Thurmond (1902 - 2003) was the United States Senator from South Carolina from 1954 to 2003, making him one of the longest-serving senators in U.S. history. Originally a Democrat, he became known for his staunch segregationist views and ran as a Dixiecrat candidate for president in 1948, opposing civil rights legislation. In 1964, he switched to the Republican Party as the political landscape shifted, becoming a key conservative figure. Thurmond also holds the record for the longest filibuster in Senate history, speaking for 24 hours and 18 minutes in opposition to the Civil Rights Act of 1957. He retired in 2003 at the age of 100 and passed away later that year.

Hand-colored view engraved by Wm Deeble after Thomas H. Shepard by Royal College of Surgeons

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Title: Hand-colored view engraved by Wm Deeble after Thomas H. Shepard
Author: Royal College of Surgeons
Seller: Jeremy Norman & Co., Inc. (United States)
Description: London, 1830. 11.5 x 15.5cm.

Intimate Recollections of the Village Press by [Village Press] Ransom, Will; Charles E. Park; Mitchell Kennerley

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Title: Intimate Recollections of the Village Press
Author: [Village Press] Ransom, Will; Charles E. Park; Mitchell Kennerley
Seller: The Kelmscott Bookshop (United States)
Condition: Near Fine
Description: Marlborough, NY: The Village Press, 1938. Paperback. Near Fine. Paperback. 1 of 200 copies. Written on occasion of the Village Press's 35th anniversary, and printed as a keepsake for presentation to pilgrims to "Deepdene," the home of Frederic W. Goudy, at Marlborough, New York, upon the occassion of the press's anniversary celebration. Sewn in brown paper wrappers with cream paper title label to front panel. Light wear to wrappers and browning to title label, else clean and bright. Printed in Bertham type (Goudy's 100th design) and dedicated to Bertha M. Goudy. Set in hand by Howard Coggeshall and printed at his press in Utica, New York on Hazelbourn Ivory deckled edge book paper. [Unpaginated, 36 pages.] PRI/020923.

Die Witte Mier: Een Klein Maandschrift Voor de Vrienden Van Het Boek Tweede Jaargang Nummer III [The White Ant: A Small Monthly Magazine for the Friends of the Book, Second Volume Number III by Various

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Title: Die Witte Mier: Een Klein Maandschrift Voor de Vrienden Van Het Boek Tweede Jaargang Nummer III [The White Ant: A Small Monthly Magazine for the Friends of the Book, Second Volume Number III
Author: Various
Seller: The Kelmscott Bookshop (United States)
Condition: Good
Description: Apeldoorn, The Netherlands: C.M.B. Dixon, 1913. Softcover. Good. Softcover. [IN DUTCH] Contains an article by S.. de Roos on printing, an article by J Greshoff on the Baedeker travel-writing phenomenon, and several other articles. Very scarce outside of The Netherlands. Small octavo. Tan paper wrappers with title in black to front wrapper. Wrappers are intact but worn, with bumping and small tears to edges and some smudges. A few pages are lightly foxed. Numbered pages 81-112, with several pages of advertising. DUTCHLANG/030224.

Colorado in Color and Song by Wright, J. W.; Mayer, Frank H.; Dillenback, J. D. et al.

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Title: Colorado in Color and Song
Author: Wright, J. W.; Mayer, Frank H.; Dillenback, J. D. et al.
Seller: Americana Books ABAA (United States)
Condition: Fair
Description: Denver: Frank S. Thayer, 1899. First Edition. Hardcover. Fair. Square quarto (approx. 10.25" x 10.25"). Unpaginated. Color illustrated. Green cloth hardcover with color paste down illustration and gilt title on the front cover. Shelf wear and light stains to the covers. Blue front and rear end sheets. Hinges have been repaired in the front and back. Illustration on front board paste down is chipped. Shelf wear to the green cloth. Reproduced photographs are colored and in very good condition.

The Way I See It [SIGNED] by Cantor, Eddie; edited by Phyllis Rosenteur

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Title: The Way I See It [*SIGNED*]
Author: Cantor, Eddie; edited by Phyllis Rosenteur
Seller: ReadInk (United States)
Condition: Near Fine in Very Good dj
Description: Englewood Cliffs NJ: Prentice-Hall, Inc.. Near Fine in Very Good dj. (c.1959). First Edition. Hardcover. [a nice clean book with minor shelfwear only; the jacket is moderately edgeworn, with a number of tiny nicks and small edge-tears, light scuffing/soiling]. INSCRIBED and SIGNED by the author on the front endpaper: "To Morris / Weisstein - / all good wishes / Sincerely, / Eddie Cantor / Dec- 20, / 1959." "One of America's best-loved comedians reveals the wise, witty, heart-warming philosophy behind his years of full, successful living." The book is touchingly dedicated to his daughter Marjorie, who had died of cancer in May 1959 (the book was published in December) at age 44. As one widely-syndicated critic of the day wrote: "If you find [the book] 'corny' -- well, it's just too bad for you. You were born too late." Signed by Author .

The Physical World Encompassed by Zeitlin and Ver Brugge (firm).

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Title: The Physical World Encompassed
Author: Zeitlin and Ver Brugge (firm).
Seller: Rodger Friedman Rare Book Studio (United States)
Description: Los Angeles: Zeitlin & Ver Brugge, 1979. Original edition. Illustrated wraps. Lower corner bumped, else very good.

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