6th US President, Diplomat, son of 2nd US President John Adams. A particularly effective Secretary of State under James Monroe, he was largely responsible for drafting the Monroe Doctrine. Note written by Adams, being a jury verdict in a civil case in which Adams was attorney for the plaintiff. Apparently Adams won his case, since this verdict is signed by the jury foreman. A scarce artifact, as Adams spent most of his life in public service and relatively little time practicing law. Not signed.

Brevet Major in the Revolutionary War, he served with Sullivan against the Iroquois and at the Siege of Yorktown. US Senator from Tennessee, President Pro Tempore of the Senate upon the resignation of Aaron Burr. US Comptroller of the Treasury 1815-1836. Treasury Department official letter dated August 11, 1828, signed by Anderson. Also includes integral address leaf with his franking signature, making two signatures on the one document. $345.00*

American naturalist and ornithologist, best known for the publication of "The Birds of America," which depicted over 300 species of birds individually stone lithographed and hand-colored. A hand-written copy of a bill concerning Audubon's engraver in London. Several lines in one section are written in Audubon's hand, authorizing payments. Elegantly signed "John J. Audubon." An attractive, fine and very rare document.

Swiss-born scientist, respected for his work in natural history. Member of the French Academy of Sciences, the Royal Society, and virtually every other European and American scientific organization. Manuscript document requesting the release from a warehouse of a quantity of alcohol "for the sole and exclusive purpose of preserving specimens of natural history." Addressed to the US Secretary of the Treasury, dated April 5, 1873, and signed by Agassiz as Director of the Museum of Comparative Zoology.

US Navy Officer, one of the first heroes of the American naval tradition. He saw active service in the Quasi-War with France and the wars with the Barbary States. Succeeded Isaac Hull in command of the famed US Frigate Constitution, "Old Ironsides," during the War of 1812. Splendid 4-page manuscript letter dated October 26, 1822, addressed to JAMES BIDDLE (1783-1848), a veteran naval officer and hero of the War of 1812. In 1822, Biddle was captain of the US Frigate "Congress."

The letter, comprising over 700 words, contains sensitive and detailed advice for Biddle on his strained relations with two brother officers, and mentions many of the best-known US Navy officers and vessels. A rare and intriguing glimpse inside the early American Navy. Written in Bainbridge's hand and signed "Wm. Bainbridge." A complete transcription of the letter is included.

US Congressman and Governor of Massachusetts, Union Major-General during the Civil War. Captured Port Hudson in 1863, earning the thanks of Congress. Signed card, "Nath'l P. Banks, Waltham, 22 August '88, Mass." 

US Congressman and Governor of Massachusetts, Union Major-General during the Civil War. Captured Port Hudson in 1863, earning the thanks of Congress. Letter written and signed by Banks recommending a man for the position of gas engineer at the Boston Post Office Building. Nice example of late nineteenth century political networking. Dated January 27, 1877 at Washington, DC. Great condition, and signed "N. P. Banks."

British divine, prolific author. He wrote "Onward Christian Soldiers," one of the most popular hymns of all time. Note written and signed by Baring-Gould, no year given, but dated August 20.

French sculptor best known for his colossal Statue of Liberty ("Liberty Enlightening the World") presented to the United States by the French people in 1885. Manuscript letter, entirely in Bartholdi's own hand, dated March 9, 1883, to a correspondent only identified as "Dear Friend." Bartholdi expresses his gladness at hearing that his friend will be visiting Paris soon, and mentions a "Mr. Holland," whom Bartholdi has sent "a card of introduction to the workshop with the best recommendation." This was an important year for Bartholdi, as the financing of his famous famous Statue of Liberty had finally been completed the previous year, and construction would be completed the year following. A rare letter, in English, from a significant sculptor most likely writing to one of his American patrons who was traveling to see the work-in-progress of his monumental statue.