Double autographs: one of Doris Day and one of Ronald Reagan. Acquired from the late actor/songwriter Max Showalter when he lived in Chester, CT. The slip of paper bearing the two signatures is the bottom of a playbill given to Mr. Showalter when he was living and working in Hollywood. Measures 4 x 8.75 inches.
Copper luster, or lustre, commemorative pottery jug: 'Cornwallis Resigning his Sword at York Town Oct.r 19th 1781'. The scene depicts George Washington accepting the surrender of Charles Cornwallis and 800 British soldiers, virtually guaranteeing American independence. Portrait of Lafayette verso. Overall 7.5" W x 5.5" H. Some minor paint loss (scratches) as shown.
J. H. Brown and Sons, Kingstown, Kansas, 1915, with a steam engine tractor and other machinery made by the Avery Company, Peoria, Illinois. Modern farm technology of its day.
Pocket travel guide "The Hudson By Daylight Map", published by William F. Link in 1878, Office Day Line Steamers, Pier 39, Vestry Street, New York. Consists of numerous advertisements and detailed maps of the area. Excellent condition. Measures 5 x 6 inches when closed.
Westfield Distric Connecticut highway rate bill day book 1836. A few sample entries: Allow no man more than he earns; Allow for man and team before harvest $2 a day, $1.50 after harvest. Measures 6 x 4 inches. Approximately 16 pages.