Rockefeller Nelson 1908 1979 (14 results)

Second printing. [8], 83 pages. Hardcover; H 20.25cm x L 14cm. Dust jacket rubbed with light soiling, a few nicks at edges, short wrinkled tear at top edge of front panel. Dark blue cloth with bright gilt stamped spine lettering, slight bump to spine heel. Ink signature of Mississippi Democrat US Representative Thomas G. Abernethy (1903-1998; in office from 1943-1972) on front pastedown now unfortunately obscured under several bold swaths of black marker with the latter causing a short horizontal band of discoloration at top of dj's front flap. A very good+ copy in a very good dust jacket. Text based upon three lectures - "Freedom and Federalism," "Federalism and National Life," and "Federalism and Free World Order" - delivered by Nelson Rockefeller on February 7, 8, and 9, 1962 at Harvard University in their annual Godkin series. Nelson Aldrich Rockefeller (1908-1979) was, of course, served as Governor of New York from 1959 to 1973 and as Vice President of the United States from 1974 to 1977 during the Gerald Ford administration.…

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

hardcover. Condition: Collectible-Very Good. includes dust-jacket. DETAILS: worn dust-jacket, chipped around edges, original price $5.95, good olive green cloth, faded by light around edges, with light foxing on foredges. previous owner's bookplate: Barbara Jane Bolton / Typed letter on Executive Chamber, Albany, Nelson A. Rockefeller letterhead and signed by an assistant Ann C. Whitman, sending the signed book to Miss Bolton. nicely INSCRIBED on half-title: To Barbara Bolton with best wishes Nelson A. Rockefeller. ROCKEFELLER, NELSON A. Our Environment Can Be Saved. Foreword by John W. Gardner. Garden City, New York, Doubleday & Company, 1970, stated First Edition, xiv, 176pp., . Letter states that "at the request of your brother, Richard Bolton" the governor has inscribed his book to you. Dated November 25, 1970.…

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framed. Unusual piece of New York political history, featuring the signature of Nelson A. Rockefeller, together with the actual pen used as Governor of New York to approve legislation in 1967. Beautifully presented with the State of New York Executive Chamber heading, with an embossed gold-colored state seal. Signed at the lower right by Rockefeller, with an additional signature from the Secretary to the Governor. The original fountain-style signing pen is attached to the document by a blue ribbon. Minor foxing and brown discoloration toward the upper portion. Set in black frame measuring 10 1/2" x 17". Nelson Aldrich Rockefeller was the 41st vice president of the United States, serving from 1974 to 1977 under President Gerald Ford. A member of the Republican Party and the wealthy Rockefeller family, he was the 49th governor of New York from 1959 to 1973. He was the leader of the moderate faction of his party, known as the Rockefeller Republicans. Signed.…

Condition: Fine. July 13, 1968., 1968. Fine. - Over 40 words typed on his 10-1/2 inch high by 7-1/4 inch wide "Nelson A. Rockefeller" stationery. Writing as Governor of New York, Rockefeller writes to thank Maryland Governor Spiro Agnew for his support, "Maryland went out of its way to give me a warm reception on Friday. Without your cooperation, I know it wouldn't have happened that way." Signed "Nelson". Stamped "Received Jul 16 1968 Executive Dept." on the verso. Agnew has penned "Art" at the bottom of the letter which he forwarded to his Chief of Staff Art Sohmer. Folded for mailing with a minor paper clip stain at the top. Fine. Not only did both Nelson A. Rockfeller and Spiro Agnew serve as governors but they each also served as Vice President of the United States. Nelson Aldrich Rockefeller [1908-1979] was an American business man, philanthropist, public servant and politician. He was also a noted art collector, as well as administrator of the Rockefeller Center. He served as Governor of New York State from 1959-1973 and then as Vice President of the United States under Gerald Ford [1974-1977].…

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255:203 mm.

Condition: Good. Tls. One page, 26.5 x 18.5 cm., fromNelson Rockefeller (typed letter on State of New York headed paper, thanking Lerner for attending an Arts Council celebration, one page, 15 October 1969).Provenance: Estate of Alan Jay Lerner, (1918-1986).Alan Jay Lerner is celebrated for his enduring and engaging contributions to musical theater, including 'My Fair Lady', 'Camelot', and 'Paint Your Wagon', among many others. His work is remembered for its distinctive blend of emotional depth and charm, which led to the creation of some of the most significant works in musical theater for both stage and screen.Over the course of four decades, Lerner rubbed shoulders with some of the world's most iconic figures, many of whom became confidants and pen pals.…

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Condition: New. Print on Demand.

Condition: New. PRINT ON DEMAND.