The Harrisburg Auction, Part II - Day 2 - Oct 9

The Harrisburg Auction, Part II - Day 2 - Oct 9

Wednesday, October 9, 2013  |  7:00 AM Pacific
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The Harrisburg Auction, Part II - Day 2 - Oct 9

The Harrisburg Auction, Part II - Day 2 - Oct 9

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Guernsey's will be following up the first Auction by selling an additional 1,000 unreserved lots of rare documents, historic correspondence, printed material, exceptional photographs, maps, rare book

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Young Klondike Publications (3)

Lot # 8717 (Sale Order: 201 of 548)      

Young Klondike, Stories of a Gold Seeker. Three copies of this twice a month New York Frank Tousey Publication boasting handsomely colored covers. April 26, 1899; August 31 1898 and February 15 1899. 32 Page editions. Three in the lot.

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Fort Wadsworth Dakota Expedition

Lot # 8718 (Sale Order: 202 of 548)      

Monthly return of Clothing Camp and Garrison Equipment issued June 1864, Ft Ridgely, Minnesota, 30th Wis Vol Inf "Forces enroute to Fort Wadsworth DT" 8pages printed ink 8x100, signed by major John Clowney.

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Montana Cattle Brands Registration

Lot # 8719 (Sale Order: 203 of 548)      

April 30, 1902. Helena, Montana

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XIT Ranch and Capt. John Hughes

Lot # 8720 (Sale Order: 204 of 548)      

Two pieces dated Nov 25, 1893, at El Paso, Texas. The first being a certificate of inspection of 6 horses, 5 branded with XIT on left hip and one with LX on left hip, sold by the Freehold Cattle Co. with a note that they will be drive to state rangers at (?) Texas. The other is a statement sent to Capt. Hughes that the horses have been inspected. Both pieces signed by Julian Alarcon and G.M. Gaither.

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Stealing Horses Charge C 1890

Lot # 8721 (Sale Order: 205 of 548)      

Nov 19 1890, Oklahoma Territory. Pay for witnesses in the case of 5 men tried for stealing horses. Signed by N.P. Meadows, US COmmissioner, Territory of Oklahoma. H.L. and J.E. Leibrandt, the wtinesses and William Grimes, US Marshal.

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Assault with Intent to Kill Document

Lot # 8722 (Sale Order: 206 of 548)      

June 11, 1895, First Dist of Oklahoma Territory. Affidavit signed by John Huff, who says that WM Blackwell did.. "commit an assault with intent to kill William Smith with a revolver..." Also signed by J.G. Sanderson US Commissioner.

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Larceny in Oklahoma Territory Document

Lot # 8723 (Sale Order: 207 of 548)      

Feb 5, 1897, Oklahoma Territory. Expense account for Heck Thomas (not signed) and two posse members, B. Mellon and George Davis, who have traveld 262 miles to apprehend Robert Boggs and Henry Clark who are charged with larceny.

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Texas Navy Certificate C 1841

Lot # 8724 (Sale Order: 208 of 548)      

Issued by the city of Austin, Treasury Department April 23 1841. "The last Naval Appropriate being inadequate to satisfy the claims of the officers, sailors and Marines of the Texian Navy, the holder of this certificate, or his assignee, will be entitled to twenty five dollars upon its presentation at the Treasury, out of the first Appropriation made by Congrass to meet said claims." Signed in ink by the comptroller and the treasurer and endorsed at backside.

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Large Format Photo "Iron Cloud"

Lot # 8726 (Sale Order: 209 of 548)      

10x13" full view portrait of Iron Cloud striking a dignified pose with his arms crossed and his head turned to the side looking upward. He wears otter skin hair ornaments, a plaid shirt, bone tribal breast plate and a beaded wrap around blanket. Over imprint "Heyn the Photographer"

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Four Western Tintypes

Lot # 8727 (Sale Order: 210 of 548)      

All are 2x3"

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State of Texas Gambling Charge

Lot # 8728 (Sale Order: 211 of 548)      

State of Texas vs. Ab Phillips, October 20, 1886 gambling charge document filed by Jas. G. Storey, clerk, Hays County, State of Texas. Witnessed by Dave and John Fry and Judge Wm. Blackshear.

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Burlington Kansas Bond

Lot # 8729 (Sale Order: 212 of 548)      

Bond of Burlington Township $500, County of Coffey, Kansas 1872. Endorsed by George F. Baker.

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John Clum Epilogue, Photo and Book

Lot # 8730 (Sale Order: 213 of 548)      

An epilogue to Apache Agent by Woodworth Clum signed "To John D. Gilchreise with all good wishes - from the granddaughter of John P. Clum, †Marjorie Clum Parker" "Years hurried by, John P. Clum, hale, hearty and happy, was approaching his eightieth birthday.... when some grey-haired compadre from the Indian country dropped in for refreshment and gossip..." A fascinating account of Clum's return to San Carlos and environs. Included in the lot is a photo of Clum and a book, Apache Agent, The Story of John Clum, also by Woodworth Clum and signed by the author, with illustrations. Boston. Houghton Mifflin & Co. The Riverside Press. Cambridge. 1936. 2.5x4.24" (photo) and 6x9" (epilogue)

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Wated Notice San Mateo County C 1897

Lot # 8731 (Sale Order: 214 of 548)      

$250 reward for suspect James Willet in the murder of C.A. Andrews at Baden, Nov 17 1897. Willet was listed as being a Salvationist. Marked in pencil, "Captured". 5.25x8.5"

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Tombstone Arizona 1896 ALS Re: Elections

Lot # 8732 (Sale Order: 215 of 548)      

On Tombstone, Cochise Co, Arizona letterhead dated Sept, 28 1896. A handwritten letter, "I am about to annnounce myself a candidate to start in with the 'for Christ's sake" Remember me to the boys.. yours sincerly Allen English. Later, it states "Scott White says he desires, also your assistance" At back, a form better between the gentleman. Scott White became the Sheriff of Cochise County.

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Scott White ALS Tombstone 1893

Lot # 8733 (Sale Order: 216 of 548)      

On the letterhead of Scott White, Sheriff of Cochiese County dated at Tombstone, Arizona June 10, 1893 to Mr. Meade, "I returned from Yuma today... and found your letter containing appointment as Deputy US Marshall... Thank you for the confidence and trust.. I took the oath of office this evening... Very truly, Scott White"

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Hall of Cochise Lodge Checks - Tombstone (2)

Lot # 8734 (Sale Order: 217 of 548)      

Sept 7 and 14, 1886. Hall of Cochise Lodge, No. 5.I.O.O.F. check, one for supplies and one for sick benefits. Signed by two members, with seal of the lodge. Two in the lot. 3.5x7.25"

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White River Colorado Orders 1881

Lot # 8735 (Sale Order: 218 of 548)      

Headquarters Camp on White River, Colorado - orders for officer of the day, US Cavalry 1881. Re: Thompson named was 6th Infantry signed Corps member; Captain Wm. Badger was a member of the 6th Infantry. Handwritten.

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Lincoln N.M. 1888 Letter

Lot # 8736 (Sale Order: 219 of 548)      

To Friend Cotrell re: delegates named to convention (named) "We have a little wrangle over resolution" "We succeeded in having the delegation vote for you..." "Would like you to meet us at Santa Fe" Signed George Curry. 2 pages. The lot includes an 1872, Colorado: A statement of Facts prepared and published by authority of the Territorial Board of Immigration.

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Indian Agent and Marshal Photo - Indian Territory

Lot # 8737 (Sale Order: 220 of 548)      

A sage Indian Agent and Deputy Marshal in the Indian Territory. A scene with many people, horses and wagons.

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Wyoming Territory 1888 Letter

Lot # 8738 (Sale Order: 221 of 548)      

"We have just passed Larimee... it seems to have broad streets and some churches.. we could hear the bells ringing.. the altitude is about 8000 feet... we are nearing Sherman. The highest point on the Rockies." US Letter sheet sent to San Jose. Handwritten.

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1859 Letter Re: Cattle Found

Lot # 8739 (Sale Order: 222 of 548)      

Writte from the Justice of the Peace office in Precinct No. 4, Grant Co. New Mexico on Jan 25, 1859 to J. K. Houston, Esquire, Probate Judge, Grant Co. The letter is in regard to found cattle adn the belief that there are not enough horses to bring them in. Asking for guidance. Excellent content.

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Belgian Guild Copy of Colt SAA

Lot # 8740 (Sale Order: 223 of 548)      

Copy of a Colt Single Action Army revolver

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Colt Revolver Pistol -Fitted Case

Lot # 8740A (Sale Order: 224 of 548)      

Colt 1849 pocket revolver. 4" barrel. All serial numbers matching. Presentation 31 calibre colt pistol in a fitted case presented to John B. Johns by the Zion College in Winnsboro, S. C. for his election. Words engraved in a map of Texas. Included is a gun powder flask and accessories including a tin with percussion caps. Also included is a Texas Rangers badge of John B. Johns. Checkered wooden grips, left panel has American eagle and shield carving. Right panel has S. C. state plaque. Strong case coloring on frame and loading lever. Excellent condition. Gun sold for $16,000 in the July auction and is being resold for account.

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Sharps & Hawkins Model 1861 Navy Rifle

Lot # 8741 (Sale Order: 225 of 548)      

Model 1861 Navy rifle

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