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4565u. PERILS OF THE COAST - THE UNITED STATES LIFE-SAVING SERVICE. Harper’s Weekly. April 16, 1881. 2p. Wonderful, bright, hand colored double page (14” x 21”) engraving of the Lifesavers in action rowing to the wreck, firing a line to the wreck and patrolling the beach. With half page article describing the work of the Service. Clean, wonderful colors, quite bright and one of the nicest for framing. (VG+). $118.

6237d. THE DISASTROUS STORM OF FEBRUARY 17TH - RESCUE OF A SCHOONER’S CREW OFF FIRE ISLAND BY THE LIFE-SAVING CORPS. Frank Leslie’s Illustrated Newspaper. February 28, 1885. 1p. Very desirable hand colored full front page engraving depicting the crew being rescued at Fire Island by means of a breeches buoy, with a second illustration depicting the scene on the beach after the storm. Quite close, detailed illustration of the breeches buoy in use, beautifully colored. Some wear and soiling to margins, illustration clean, nice scene. (VG-). $58.

20505d. THE OARLESS LIFEBOAT. Harper’s Weekly. May 29, 1909. Fine full page article describes the new 36-foot unsinkable, self-bailing and self-righting motor lifeboat recently placed in service at life-saving stations along the New Jersey coast including Cold Spring Inlet. Eight b/w photos along with descriptive text show all aspects of the new boat as well as a bit about the work of the Service. Eight photo views include: "the motor lifeboat, self-righting, self-bailing, unsinkable", "launching the new motor lifeboat from its truck for a trial near Cape May station", "where the romance of the oar yields to the utility of the 40-horse-power motor", "stern view of the new lifeboat, showing its twin propellers..." , "side view of the stern with the propellers bent inboard for protection in launching and landing" , "the compact engine of the new craft..." , "the watcher on the shore" , "the tireless beach patrol" .Full issue 32p. (VG). $64.

10144. (halftone print) Ida Lewis, Famous Lighthouse Heroine. c.1895. Superb large halftone print from period text provides fine portrait of rescuer and lighthouse keeper Ida Lewis of Lime Rock, Rhode Island. Ida Lewis gained national notoriety during a time when most women in the United States were not in the professional workforce nor on the national stage. She overcame the biases of the time, through skill and professional ability, to become the official keeper of Lime Rock Light Station, a position she held until her death." She was officially credited with saving 18 lives during her 39 years at Lime Rock and was awarded the Gold Lifesaving Medal. A biography of the day notes: "What the story of Grace Darling is to Great Britain , that of Ida Lewis is to America . Ida Lewis was born in Newport , R. I., in 1841. Her father, Capt. Hoea Lewis, was keeper of the Lime Rock lighthouse in Newport harbor, and his daughter became in early life a skilled swimmer and oars-woman. Such images of Ida Lewis are extremely rare and collectible. This beautiful half-tone print measures 5 ½” x 8" on paper measuring 7 ¾” x 11", Disbound from biographical folio of the period. With text on back, printed on smoother magazine quality paper. Matted and framed it would make an outstanding addition to any antique print collection. Beautiful large, clean image. (VG+). $34.

  22297e. [ Massachusetts Humane Society] THE LATE DISASTROUS STORM ON THE MASSACHUSETTS COAST – SCENES AND INCIDENTS. Frank Leslie’s Illustrated Newspaper. December 8, 1888 . 1 page 10 ½´x 16” . Beautiful, bright, hand colored, this is certainly one of the best views that I have yet found and one of only a few depicting the men and equipment o f the Massachusetts Humane Society. Large full page illustration includes the Humane Society surfboat and beach apparatus cart in front of the boathouse at Marblehead , Mass. A sign above the boathouse door reads “Massachusetts Humane Society”. Additional illustrations include the Hunt gun and projectile, a vessel ashore on Nantasket Beach , and a view of the last remaining survivor of the Higginson preparing to leap from the rigging. Additional large illustrations include bodies ashore at Scituate after the disastrous 1888 storm, a similar scene of the destruction near the Highland Station on the New Jersey coast. Includes a ¼ - page article describing the ferocious “Portland Gale” and the havoc wrought.  Extremely difficult to find and would be superb matted and framed. Beautiful coloring and wonderful for display. Clean, crisp, only light age toning to margins. (VG+) $84.

BR-119. MISS IDA LEWIS, THE HEROINE OF NEWPORT [RI]. Harper’s Weekly. July 31, 1869. One page. Beautiful full page (11”w x 16”h), close view of Ida Lewis in the interior of the Light-house dwelling, complete to the Light-House Establishment banjo clock on the wall, and a second view of the buildings on Lime Rock Island off Newport . Includes half page article about the “ Newport ‘Grace Darling’ detailing her many rescues as Keeper of the Lime Rock Lighthouse. One page, a few small edge tears, clean, fine for framing. (VG-). $24.

BR-121. THE WRECK OF THE " ELIZABETH " - LOSS OF THE RESCUING CREW. Harper’s Weekly. January 22, 1887. Full issue with full front page illustration of the lifesavers' boats overturning while attempting to rescue the crew of the German ship Elizabeth off Cape Henry , Virginia on January 8th. In this attempt five men from the Little Island and Dam Neck Life-saving Stations lost their lives, with accompanying short article. Clean, bright, fine for framing. (VG) $24.

BR-122. LIGHTHOUSE AT FORT MORGAN . Frank Leslie’s Illustrated Newspaper. November 5, 1864. Large full front page illustration shows the remains of the lighthouse at Fort Morgan at Mobile Harbor following the bombardment by Union Admiral Farragut. During the siege, over 1000 shells exploded within the fort compelling Confederate forces to surrender the grounds on August 23, 1864. The lighthouse, located on the northwest corner of the fort, was pierced in a dozen places and every pane of glass was shot out by Union sharp-shooters. This wonderful large engraving shows every detail of the battered light and its remains. Full issue, includes short article, some wear to edges, a striking image. (VG-).  $28.

29281. Ross, Lieutenant Worth G. (Inspector, U.S. Life Saving Service).  Saving Life Along Our Coasts. Collier’s Illustrated Weekly. December 14, 1901. Lengthy article with wonderful full page illustrations details the quality of men employed by the Life Saving Service, their work and difficulties encountered performing their duties. Includes wonderful full two page 15” x 21” illustration by Walter Appleton Clark  of a stricken sailor riding the breeches buoy as life-savers pull him to shore. Additional full page illustration details a crew delivering supplies to an offshore lighthouse. A great article from a rare perspective, great account. Full issue with great articles including watching President Theodore Roosevelt. (VG+). $84.

29101. (print) Life Saving Rescue 1889 by Casey Holtzinger. Wonderful large 10” x 13” 3-color print depicts life-savers as they launch their surfboat to a vessel in distress just off the beach. Wonderful detail includes the horse-drawn surfboat carriage and the crewmen in life vests as they work to launch through the breakers. Casey Holtzinger’s paintings and prints are well known around the world, and can be seen in numerous museums and galleries nation wide. His painstakingly detailed work reveals the character of the subjects he has studied and drawn for a lifetime. In recent times, Casey Holtzinger (now age 75) has become one of the areas best known, and most sought after maritime artists. Many of his works are on display at the Hampton Roads Naval Museum at the Norfolk Naval Station. Highly regarded by the U.S. Navy for his insight into marine subjects, he has painted several U.S. Naval Ships upon their commissioning. Currently, his paintings grace Navy vessels and shore installations worldwide. (M). $48.

25147c. (New Jersey coast lithograph print.) c. 1878. 1 p. Disbound. Beautiful, hand colored , vintage antique 1878 lithograph print, from the very rare Woolmand and Rose Atlas of the Jersey Coast , published in 1878. Prominent is the close view of the early Life Saving Station at Cape May, and the Award of Honor made to Joseph Francis, inventor of the metallic life-boat which saved so many lives from shipwreck. In Addition are views of the Beekman House (located in Middletown ), the Luyster House, also in Middletown , the home of Capt John Schenck and his Pistol, and the house of Capt. Joshua Huddy. Beautiful coloration, large format 11 ½” x 14”, perfect for framing. (F-). $48 net.

8385. [lithograph] c.1871-73. Superb large 28”w x 15”h early full color lithograph of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution’s lifeboat pulling into the harbor with its’ load of shipwreck victims. The image is quite large and details clearly the boat and its crew, with the National Lifeboat Institution emblem on its bow. On the shore villagers can bee seen cheering for the crew as they bring in their cargo. This superb illustration was produced by Armstrong & Company Lithographers, Boston and given out by with the Citizen & Round Table, a publication of the time. Unfortunately, a fold at one time produced a slight crease across the image, but when dry mounted and framed this will be nearly invisible. This would be a wonderful addition to any museum display or to your living room. (G).   $144.

5374q. TO THE RESCUE! - HURRYING WITH A SURF-BOAT TO THE SCENE OF A WRECK. Harper’s Weekly. May 19, 1877 . 1p. The nicest of all!  Beautiful bright, hand-colored, close, detailed full page engraving showing the surfmen torching and pulling the surfboat down the beach to the scene of a wreck. Very clean, bright, beautiful coloring and wonderful for framing for display. (F-) $68.

20118J. THE UNITED STATES LIGHTHOUSE ESTABLISHMENT. Scientific American. June 11, 1892 . Full front cover illustrates the lighting equipment in use at various stations in exquisite detail. Included is a great image of Execution Rock Light-House, fixed range light lamp and lens, fourth order lens, second order lamp and lens, first order kerosene oil lamp, section of tower and lantern with 1st order lens, 2nd order lard oil lamp, Colza oil lamp, early first order reflector lamp, electric light buoy, and more. A spectacular item for framing! Clean, crisp. Most difficult to find and one of only a few that I have ever found. Full issue with descriptive article and additional illustrations. Overall clean, crisp, only light soiling and wear along two edges. (VG+). $68.

2584a,b. THE LIFE-SAVING SERVICE. Frank Leslie’s Illustrated Newspaper. January 25, 1873. Detailed and interesting half-page article contains two beautiful engravings of the Life-Saving Service from the Seabright, New Jersey station in action. A wonderfully detailed half-page engraving depicts the surfmen, with the aid of horses, pulling their lifeboat along the beach toward the distress flares from a wreck beyond. A second smaller engraving shows the surfboat and carriage in the small lifeboat station at Seabright , New Jersey . Full issue, overall clean, light edge wear, very nice for framing. (VG). $48.

9243i. THE UNITED STATES LIGHT HOUSE SERVICE – Its History, Growth and Methods. Part I. Scientific American Supplement. November 25, 1916. Superb four page article describes in some detail the history and particularly the operations of the Service. Part I includes history, organization and duties, jurisdiction, lighthouses, lighting apparatus and illumination, characteristics of lights, and more. Illustrated with fourteen detailed photos and illustrations including Cape Hatteras light, Ambrose Channel LV No. 87, Cape Henry fog signal, Minot ’s Ledge Light, and more. Also includes a fine full front page photo of the ice-incrusted light at Racine Harbor , Michigan in the winter. Full issue, clean, crisp. (VG+). $78.

27486. Merriman’s Improved Water-Proof Dress and Life Preserver. Scientific American. January 14, 1871. Rare issue provides great detail of the new Merriman patent rubber life-saving suit. The Merriman rubber life-saving suit was an innovation of the time. The inventor, Clark S. Merriman, in a bid to help sea-rescue, designed this life preserving suit, which was made from India rubber and was inflatable. This suit had been tested by Captain Boyton of the New Jersey Life Saving Service, when he was dropped over the side of a steamer into the Irish sea , in a gale. Soon suits were issued to some other stations as warranted, including the Surfside station on Nantucket . They did see some use including at the well known wreck of the Metropolis near the Poyners Hill station in North Carolina in 1878. There, after a number of unsuccessful attempts to get a shot line aboard the stricken vessel, Keeper Chappell then donned the Merriman life-saving dress and made two valiant attempts to carry a line out to the vessel. Great half page article with illustration includes a good description of the garment with testimonial of its usefulness. Full issue with numerous informative articles of the day. (VG). $85.

HC-1,2. (museum prints) Fowey Rocks Iron Pile Lighthouse, Florida. Views from 1875. Wonderful large display prints measure 26” wide by 37 ½” high and are professionally mounted on board for display. Prints are made from the original U. S. Light House Board drawings for the new Fowey Rocks Lighthouse that was completed in 1878. Fowey Rocks Light is located seven miles southeast of Cape Florida on Key Biscayne. The loss of the H.M.S. Fowey in the area was widely known and the treacherous reef just north of the wreck had been christened Fowey Rocks in honor of the vessel. In 1878 the Fowey Rocks Lighthouse had been placed atop the reef to prevent similar tragedies. The lighthouse was completed in 1878, replacing the Cape Florida Lighthouse. The prints were made a few years ago to grace an office wall and would be perfect for a museum display or your den of office. Views are vertical section through the lighthouse tower, and exterior elevation view. Prints are clean save a few very light areas of foxing. (VG). $85 each or $150 pair. 

4565t. PERILS OF THE COAST - THE UNITED STATES LIFE-SAVING SERVICE. Harper’s Weekly. April 16, 1881. 1p. Wonderful, bright, hand colored double page (14” x 21”) engraving of the Lifesavers in action rowing to the wreck, firing a line to the wreck and patrolling the beach. With half page article describing the work of the Service. Clean, wonderful colors, light wear to fold, still quite bright and one of the nicest for framing. (VG). $88.

5456s. A VISIT TO A LIGHT-HOUSE. Harper’s Weekly. January 15, 1876 . 2pp. Exquisite b/w double-page, 14”x21”,  multiple engravings offering a glimpse of the various duties of a light-keeper and the labor and diligence required to keep the great structure in order, with accompanying descriptive article (centers around an offshore light in Great Britain). This is definitely one for display. Clean, crisp, excellent  for dry-mounting and framing. (VG+). $66.

5456r. A VISIT TO A LIGHT-HOUSE. Harper’s Weekly. January 15, 1876. 2pp. Exquisite hand colored double-page, 14"x21", multiple engravings offering a glimpse of the various duties of a light-keeper and the labor and diligence required to keep the great structure in order, with accompanying descriptive article (centers around an offshore light in Great Britain). This is definitely one for display. Only light wear at fold, only very light overall browning, excellent for dry-mounting and framing. (VG+) $76.

5456w. A VISIT TO A LIGHT-HOUSE. Harper’s Weekly. January 15, 1876. 2pp. Exquisite hand colored double-page, 14”x21”,  multiple engravings offering a glimpse of the various duties of a light-keeper and the labor and diligence required to keep the great structure in order, with accompanying article (centers around an offshore light in Great Britain ). This is definitely one for display. Very nice condition, only light age toning and soiling to margins. (VG)   $74.

8408c. AMERICAN LIGHTHOUSES. Scientific American. November 15, 1873 . 1p. Two exquisite engravings depict the “Lighthouse at Race Rock – Eastern Entrance to Long Island Sound” and the “Lighthouse at Thimble Shoal, Hampton Roads, VA. Includes a 1/3 page article describing the responsibilities of the Light-House Board, their organization and detailing the construction of these two most attractive lights. Full page, unusually clean, closed tear through one image, still a beautiful item for framing. (VG-). $28.

23318. THE BUOY STATION, QUARANTINE LANDING, STATEN ISLAND and THE SANDY HOOK LIGHTSHIP Harper's Weekly. September 27, 1872. Fine close, detailed half-page woodcut engravings drawn by F. S. Cozzens detail the U.S. Light House Establishment buoy dock on Staten Island with quantities of buoys lined up on the dock, and with a lightship and tender moored behind. A second half page engraving beautifully details the Sandy Hook Light Vessel on station, tossing in the sea with a yacht crossing its bow. Nice detail showing both masts with day recognition signals and deck structures. Full issue with accompanying article describes the use of lightships and buoys and the work of the service. Wonderful piece. Unusually clean, crisp, beautiful for display. (VG+). $66 net.

23318d. THE BUOY STATION, QUARANTINE LANDING, STATEN ISLAND and THE SANDY HOOK LIGHTSHIP Harper's Weekly. September 27, 1879. Fine close, detailed half-page woodcut engravings drawn by F. S. Cozzens detail the U.S. Light House Establishment buoy dock on Staten Island with quantities of buoys lined up on the dock, and with a lightship and tender moored behind. A second half page engraving beautifully details the Sandy Hook Light Vessel on station, tossing in the sea with a yacht crossing its bow. Nice detail showing both masts with day recognition signals and deck structures. Includes copy of accompanying article describing the use of lightships and buoys and the work of the Lighthouse service. Wonderful piece. Unusually clean, light toning, great for display. (VG).  $38 net.

4577e. THE WRECK OF THE ‘PLINY’ AT DEAL BEACH , NEW JERSEY , SATURDAY, MAY 13th.” Harper’s Weekly. May 27, 1882 . 1p. Fine full hand colored full page illustration of man with child in the breeches buoy, being hauled ashore. Breeches buoy with occupants are extremely close, showing great detail of the apparatus. Behind can be seen through the spray the foundering vessel with sailors at the rail, ropes and spars dangle everywhere. Includes original article on reverse detailing rescue and some of the equipment used. Close, large image, beautifully colored, perfect for framing. A ‘must’ for the Life-Saving enthusiast. (VG). $46.

2745. Crofton, M. THE UNITED STATES LIGHTHOUSE SERVICE Part I. Once A Week [Newspaper]. April 12, 1892. Part I of a multi-part article describes the work and equipment of the Lighthouse Service in great detail. Part I focuses on the administration and particularly the facilities at the Staten Island Depot. Lengthy 2/3 page article includes rare descriptions include the buildings there, the library where books are sorted to be sent to the keepers in wooden library boxes, and quite a bit on the various types of buoys stored and refitted at the depot. Full issue includes numerous articles and advertisements of the day – great reading. (VG). $44.

2718. Crofton, M. THE UNITED STATES LIGHTHOUSE SERVICE Part II. Once A Week [Newspaper]. April 19, 1892. Part II of a multi-part article describes the work and equipment of the Lighthouse Service in great detail. Part II focuses on the lightships, with a good description on life aboard the South Shoal Lightship, accounts of the life of a lighthouse keeper, and more. Full issue includes numerous articles and advertisements of the day – great reading. (VG). $44.

6594b. THE IMPROVEMENT OF THE LIGHTHOUSE SERVICE. Harper’s Weekly. December 22, 1900. c.1890’s. 2p. Excellent article describes the present state of the Lighthouse Service, with improvements in progress and proposed. Photo illustrations include a rare view of the ‘Lighthouse Station’ (LH Depot) at Tompkinsville, Whale Rock Light, Trinity Shoal Light-Ship, York Spit Lighthouse and others. Full issue, clean, crisp, excellent condition.  (F-).  $68 net.

6587c,d. THE SANDY HOOK LIGHT-SHIP. Harper’s Weekly. September 27, 1879 . 7” x 9½”. Drawn by F. S. Cozzens. Fine close, detailed half-page woodcut engraving of the Sandy Hook Light Vessel on station, tossing in the sea,  with a yacht crossing its bow. Nice detail showing both masts with day recognition signals and deck structures. Unusually clean, in as nice a condition as I have yet found, beautiful for display. Near fine, full issue. (F-). $54.

4565b. PERILS OF THE COAST - THE UNITED STATES LIFE-SAVING SERVICE. Harper’s Weekly. April 16, 1881. Wonderful, bright, hand colored double page (14" x 21") engraving of the Lifesavers in action rowing to the wreck, firing a line to the wreck and patrolling the beach. With half page article describing the work of the Service. Clean, intact, wonderful colors, quite bright and one of the nicest for framing. (VG) $65.

27121. LIFE SAVING STATION AT RYE BEACH , NEW HAMPSHIRE . Harper’s Weekly. June 27, 1874. 1p. Wonderful full page illustration on the subject if terminating the Atlantic Cable on the beach at Rye , NH includes two good illustrations of the early 1874-Type life saving station at the location where the cable came ashore. Also included are illustrations of Straws Point, and of the cable and cable ship Faraday. Overall 11” x 15 ½”, disbound, clean, crisp, excellent condition.  (F-).  $38 net.

27482. LIFE-SAVING AT ROCKAWAY BEACH . Harper's Weekly. September 2, 1882. Full page multiple engravings detail surf rescue equipment and techniques in use at Rockaway Beach . Detailed article included describes the beach patrol and life-saving efforts of the fledgling beach rescue service. Beautiful for framing. 2p. Disbound. Clean, bright, fine for framing. (VG+) $22.

4574v. THE LIFE-SAVING SERVICE. Harper’s Weekly. March 27, 1886 . 1pp. Three WONDERFUL woodcut illustrations of the life saving stations. at Kenosha , Wisc. And at  Fletchers Neck, Maine and a rare detailed half-page illustration showing the station interior. Extremely clear, detailed, probably as nice as I have ever seen. Excellent for framing. Includes half-page article describing the Service. (VG+)  $54  

  6113i. TYPICAL LIGHT-HOUSES OF THE UNITED STATES. Harper’s Weekly. May 5, 1888 . 1p. Beautiful full page hand colored multiple engravings of 12 lighthouse scenes including Spectacle Reef, Matinicus Rocks, Minot’s Ledge, Fowey Rocks, Fire Island, Wreck of Oregon Lightship and six others. Includes half page article on obverse entitled Uncle Sam’s Light-Houses. Quite clean and bright, beautiful for framing. (VG+).  $46.

26223. (Architect’s view) South Elevation of Winstanley's Lighthouse upon the Edystone Rock. c.1886. American Architect and Building News. September 25, 1886. A beautifully detailed, hand colored, original plan image from the American Architect and Building News. This image is extremely hard to find, as the American Architect and Building News not only had a very small circulation during that time, but very few were actually preserved or colored as this has been. It measures 8.75 by 13.25 inches and had been professionally matted. Overall size  10.75 by 15.75 inches (with border). The first lighthouse to be erected on the Eddystone Rocks was an octagonal wooden structure built by Henry Winstanley. Construction started in 1696 and the light was first lit on November 14, 1698.  The lighthouse survived its first winter but was found to be badly in need of repair. In doing this, the top of the structure was removed and replaced, a fact which causes some sources to state that there have been five lighthouses on the Eddystone Rock. Winstanley's tower then lasted in its modified state until the Great Storm of 1703  erased almost all trace of it. Winstanley was on the lighthouse at the time, completing some additions to the structure. No trace was ever found of him. Shrink wrapped, beautiful for framing. (F).  $128.

2618. “THE BREECHES BUOY by W. J. Aylward” Collier’s Magazine. September 8, 1906.  Striking full color full page 11” x 15”  illustration depicts a shipwrecked sailor clutching the lines of the breeches buoy as he is hauled ashore during a heavy storm. This close depiction shows the breeches buoy apparatus as other sailors await their turn at rescue. W. J. Aylward (1875-1956)  was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and was a student of Howard Pyle. He is best known for his illustrations of the sea and related nautical subjects. He also illustrated Jack London's Sea Wolf, Jules Verne's Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea as well as many other books on naval or marine subjects. Printed in full color, this makes a good period item for framing or illustration. Clean, crisp, full issue with many period articles on various subjects. (VG+).  $34.  

25371. A LIGHTSHIP ADRIFT by Walter Wood. The Illustrated London News. November 7, 1903. Full issue. Lengthy two page fictional tale of British seamen who plot to set a North Sea lightship adrift in order to win the salvage rights and pay for towing her into port. Clean, full issue with many period articles on various subjects. (VG).  $42.

Framed prints

Just in, perfect for gifts are these fine professionally double matted and framed period engravings of lighthouse heroine Ida Lewis, Life-Saving Service rescues, Cape Hatteras Lightship No. 72 and more.  All ready to open the package and hang on your wall. All engravings are original period pieces in VG+ or better condition. 

BR-74. THE PROPOSED NEW DIAMOND SHOAL LIGHTHOUSE OFF CAPE HATTERAS. Scientific American. June 11, 1904. Full front page article with illustration of the  proposed new offshore Diamond Shoal lighthouse off Cape Hatteras. Includes complete descriptive article. Framed to 17 ½”  x 22” , double matted in shades of green and buff. Quite attractive. (F-).     $142.

 BR-71. SCENES IN THE LIFE OF A WRECKER. Harper’s Weekly. February 21, 1874. Wonderful large 10” x 14” full page illustration depicts the life and work of a wrecker in a large central illustration and 10 vignettes. Includes firing the rocket and mortar to effect a rescue, landing the crew, the underwriters at work, welcoming the crew at the hut, laying in stores, salvaging timber, divers at work, and more. Framed to 16”  x 20” , double matted in shades of green. Superb image. (F-).  $148.

6112n. SKETCHES OF THE LIFE-SAVING SERVICE OF THE UNITED STATES [The Life-Savers of America and England ]. Harper’s Weekly. January 21, 1888 . 4p. Beautiful full page multiple engravings show 10 U. S. Life-Saving Service scenes including Dragging the Life-Boat, The Gun Cart, Launching, Signaling to a Vessel, Firing a Line and five others in a wonderful full page display. Also includes a three page article on the subject by Gustav Kobbe with six additional engraved illustrations of lifeboats and more. Clean, crisp, fine for framing or reference. (VG). $48.  

711b. DABOLL’S FOG-TRUMPET IN THE BRITISH CHANNEL. Harper’s Weekly. January 16, 1864 . Fine half page engraving  of the Dungeness Light-House in the British Channel. To the right is the masonry light with surrounding dwellings and buildings, while the new Daboll fog trumpet and steam boiler building sits closer to the point. Behind can be seen steam and sailing ships in the channel. Short article describes the apparatus and the experiments conducted in relation to the older bell vs. the steam horns.  Nice, fine detail. (VG-).   $18.  

25180. UP IN FIRE ISLAND LIGHT. The Illustrated Christian Weekly. January 9, 1875. Lengthy full page article including three large detailed engravings, describe the workings of the lighthouse at Fire Island . As the writer accompanied the keeper up the stairway and into the lantern room, he describes the equipment and the operation of the light, as well as the overall lighthouse system along the coast. Includes three detailed engravings of the lighthouse and keeper’s house, the lantern room and lens, and of a local lightship. Clean save a few spots of foxing, full issue. (VG).  $48.  

4576c. THE WRECK OF THE “METIS” – THROWN UP ON THE BEACH. Harper’s Weekly. September 21, 1872. 1p. Beautiful large, full page multi (4) illustration of the wreck off Watch Hill , RI . With survivors “thrown” upon the beach and with lifeboats rescuing others. In the background can be seen the lighthouse at Watch Hill and hotels on the shore. Three additional beautifully detailed illustrations include a view of the steamship Metis underway, the schooner Nettie Cushing, and lifeboats from Watch Hill picking up survivors. Bright with wonderful detail makes this a good choice for framing. (VG). $22.  

6112b. SKETCHES OF THE LIFE-SAVING SERVICE OF THE UNITED STATES . Harper’s Weekly. January 21, 1888 . 1p. Beautiful full page multiple engravings of 10 life-saving scenes including Dragging the Life-Boat, The Gun Cart, Launching, Signaling to a Vessel, Firing a Line and five others. Also includes portion of an article on the subject by Gustav Kobbe. Clean, crisp, fine for framing. (VG+).   $32 net.  

4565p. PERILS OF THE COAST - THE UNITED STATES LIFE-SAVING SERVICE. Harper’s Weekly. April 16, 1881. Full issue. Wonderful, bright, b/w double page (14” x 21”) engraving of the Lifesavers in action rowing to the wreck, firing a line to the wreck and patrolling the beach. With half page article describing the work of the Service, this is a striking item for display. Clean though some toning and edge staining, slight openings at fold where sewn. A distinctive piece, would mat well for framing. (G+). $18.

25181. OUR COAST GUARDIANS. The Illustrated Christian Weekly. November 3, 1888. Full page illustration depicts the Life Saving Service crew firing the rocket apparatus to a wrecked vessel as they set up the breeches buoy apparatus. Good detail of equipment, with short article. Full issue. Clean save a few spots of foxing. (VG).  $38.  

 V-02. [print] Large 14” x 20” b/w print taken from original lithograph of Minot’s Ledge Light House c.1903. Taken from the original illustration by artist William P. Bodwell, the original of this exquisite poster was issued by a teacher's journal in October 1903. The text gives basic facts about this historic lighthouse, designed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, that was completed Sept. 16, 1860, replacing the earlier lighthouse that came down in a storm in 1851. As this lighthouse is still in existence, but closed to the public, appreciators of its historical importance can have a rare glimpse of the interior as of 100 years ago, with resident lighthouse keeper, by the following illustrations: First Structure on Minot's Ledge (sitting on delicate framework); Minots Ledge Lighthouse - Low Tide; Trial Foundations - Cohasset (where the lighthouse was set up, showing cottages on shore and lighthouse in distance); Keepers' Cottages Gov't. Island; A Convenient Stairway ( the keeper greets a visitor who's climbing the stairs); Looking Homeward - The Little Ones (the uniformed keeper scans the shore with a telescope, lifeboat nearby); The Entrance - Looking Out (view of area just inside the entrance); Night Duty - The Watchroom (the keeper reads a paper by the cast iron heater, and view of some machinery with wheel); Lighting Up (keeper adjusts the lamp mechanism); On the Parapet - The Fog-Bell (view of bell on walkway, keeper standing by looking at sailboats in the distance); The Storeroom - The Well (a view of a small room with tiny open window and a round trap door in the floor); Kitchen and Dining Room (view of wooden sink and cast iron range stove; The Captain's Sleeping Room; A Summer Visitor (woman in turn of the century clothing sitting in a chair, which is being lowered by a rope or chain); Sectional View (cross section view showing number of floors, stair turns, lamp mechanism, number of feet between levels). At lower right corner it says "Illustrated by Wm. P. Bodwell. Minot's Light. 1896." with facsimile of his signature. Bodwell (1852-1940) painted maritime subjects over the years. This superb rendition provides possibly the only views of the interior of this noted beacon and is perfect for framing. Printed on a beautiful buff woven stock, this would look wonderful framed for a display or wall decoration. (M). $15.95 each.

720L,m,n. BEACONS ALONG THE SOUTHERN COAST. Harper’s Weekly. January 16, 1892 . 1p. Beautiful, sharp, full page b/w multiple engravings of 10 lighthouse and light-ship scenes from North and South Carolina . Light Stations include Cape Fear, Cape Romain, Fort Sumter, Savannah River, Danfuskie, Castle Pickney buoy depot, Frying-Pan Light-Vessel, Georgetown , Fort Ripley and Morris Island . Superb for framing, one of the nicer for display. 11” x 14”. Quite clean, bright. (VG+). $44.

6112m. SKETCHES OF THE LIFE-SAVING SERVICE OF THE UNITED STATES – THE LIFE-SAVERS OF AMERICA AND ENGLAND . Harper’s Weekly. January 21, 1888 . 4p. Beautiful full page multiple engravings of 10 life-saving scenes including Dragging the Life-Boat, The Gun Cart, Launching, Signaling to a Vessel, Firing a Line and five others. Also includes additional 3 page article with additional engravings on the subject by Gustav Kobbe. Includes difficult rescues across the country by the Life Saving Service, crews, equipment and more. Unusually clean, crisp, fine for framing. (VG+). $66 net.

 5308d. LIGHT-SHIP MOORED TO MARK THE WRECK OF OREGON . Harper’s Weekly. April 24, 1886. 1p. Very nice, superb detailed 4½” x 6½” woodcut illustration showing the Wreck of Oregon Light Vessel No. 20. Close view shows great detail of the day marks, rigging and deck equipment. Clean, nice view. 5” x 7”. (VG+).  $28

 5284b. “NEWS FOR THE LIGHT-SHIP” - A PASSING STEAMER DELIVERING PAPERS TO A LIGHT-SHIP. Harper’s Weekly. October 12, 1867. 7” x 9½”. 1 p. Beautiful half-page woodcut engraving showing men on a side-wheeled steamer throwing a bundle of papers to the men on the Five Fathom Bank L.V. in heavy seas. Clean, crisp, quite detailed and fine for framing. 7 ½” x 9 ½”. (VG+).  $28.

V-01. [print] Large 17 ½” x 21 ½” b/w print taken from original lithograph of Minot’s Ledge Light House, Massachusetts Bay near Cohasset c.1860. Taken from the original, this superb rendition is perfect for framing. Detailed views include full elevation and sectional view of entire light tower, with sectional plan views through various elevations. Legend includes numerous statistics on the tower construction and dimensions. Printed on a beautiful buff woven stock, this would look wonderful framed for a display or wall decoration. (M).  $15.95 each.  

2578. (engraving) “Keeping the Light” c.1885. Worthington’s Annual. Excellent 6” x 8” engraved illustration shows the keeper’s tending to the reflector lamps while the assistant cranks up the weights. Great details of this early lighting apparatus – perfect for illustration or for framing. Clean, crisp. (VG+). $48.

Life Saving Service Political Satire. The Judge, a weekly satirical magazine was established in 1881 by a number of artists who seceded from the staff of the popular weekly Puck Magazine. President Grover Cleveland did not see himself as an activist President with his own agenda to pursue, but rather as a guardian or watchdog of Congress. While several important pieces of legislation became law during his terms -- most notably bills controlling the railroads and distributing land to Native Americans -- he did not initiate any of it. During his second term, Cleveland also had to deal with the most severe depression the nation had ever suffered. By 1894, the U.S. economy was reeling from an 18 percent unemployment rate. His decisions during his two terms sparked a great deal of criticism at the time as well as later from historians. A supporter of the Republican Party, Puck Magazine owner William J. Arkell persuaded his cartoonists to attack the Democratic administration of Grover Cleveland. Under the editorial leadership of Isaac Gregory, Judge allied with the Republican Party and supported the candidacy of William McKinley largely through the cartoons of leading cartoonist Grant Hamilton, Halrymple and others. With G.O.P. aid, Judge boomed during the '80s and '90s, surpassing its rival publication in content and circulation. By the early 1890s, the circulation of the magazine reached 50,000. We have been fortunate to find two political cartoons during this era using the Life Saving Service as the cartoonist’s vehicle to express his displeasure with the Cleveland administration. 

 2548b. The Captain Of The Life-Boat Hesitates While The Ship Goes Down. Puck Magazine. June 10, 1893. Full color two page 18" x 11.5" illustration by Victor. The Captain Of The Life-Boat Hesitates While The Ship Goes Down depicts “Life Saving keeper” President Grover Cleveland,  holding in his hand orders for an extra session of congress, with the sinking ship (Financial Situation) in the background. Congress is awaiting orders to save the ship, but Cleveland hesitates as the ship goes down.  Clean and bright, only light wear at original fold. Great political pieces that will mat and frame nicely. (VG). $88.  

U-05. BAR LIGHT-HOUSE, MOUTH OF ST. JOHN ’S RIVER. [ Florida ]. Appleton ’s Picturesque America. 1872. Full page beautiful hand-colored engraving of the abandoned Bar Light-House framed with palm trees, a sandy beach and a glimpse of the ocean. 7” x 10”. Quite clean, crisp, most attractive for framing and display. (VG+). $45.

 U-04. MOUTH OF THE ST. JOHN ’S RIVER – LOOKING OUT. [ Florida ]. Appleton ’s Picturesque America. 1872. Half page beautiful hand-colored engraving of the shoreline with the St. John’s River Bar Light House just beyond in the dunes, with the sandy beach and a glimpse of the ocean in the foreground. 4” x 9 ½” . Quite clean, crisp, most attractive for framing and display. (VG+). $38.

21403c. [Massachusetts Humane Society] THE LIFE-SAVING SERVICE ON THE MASSACHUSETTS COAST – THE NIGHT ALARM: RUNNING OUT THE LIFEBOAT. Frank Leslie’s Illustrated Newspaper. February 16, 1889. This is certainly one of the best views that I have yet found and one of only a few depicting the men and equipment o f the Massachusetts Humane Society. I will let the image speak for itself, save to note that the engraved sign above the boathouse door reads "Massachusetts Humane Society" as does the bow of their surfboat. Extremely difficult to find and would be superb matted and framed. Clean, crisp, with one light original fold. A perfect companion to the December 8, 1888 issue THE LATE DISASTROUS STORM ON THE MASSACHUSETTS COAST – SCENES AND INCIDENTS . (VG+). $144 net.

21376. [Coast Guardsman cover] Every Week Magazine. December 31, 1917. Full issue. Special full color cover shows an early Coastguardsman at see peering through his telescope, presumably at some distant vessel. Wonderful close view shows great detail of officer in his yellow slicker and his early uniform cap, and of the telescope itself which is rarely pictured. Cover accompanies an article by H. Addington Bruce entitled What Makes Men Brave. Superb image for illustration or for decoration. Full issue, a bit soiled and frayed about the edges but otherwise clean, flat and intact. (VG-). $38.

4574s. THE LIFE-SAVING SERVICE. Harper’s Weekly. March 27, 1886 . 1pp. Three WONDERFUL woodcut illustrations of the L.S.S. at Kenosha , Wisc. and Fletchers Neck, Maine and a half-page illustration showing the station interior including beach apparatus cart, surfboat, equipment and more. Extremely clear, detailed, probably as nice as I have seen. Excellent for framing, includes half-page article describing the Service. Full issue, with one fold. (VG).  $54.  

23274. "LIFE SAVING APPARATUS AT WORK ON THE NORFOLK COAST – The Wreck of the Norwegian Ship "Esras". The Sphere. March 30, 1901.. Striking full page 11" x 16" illustration depicts a sailor clutching the lines of the breeches buoy as he is hauled ashore during a heavy storm. This close depiction shows the breeches buoy apparatus in great detail, with his shipmates on board the vessel anxiously awaiting their turn. Short article details the events of the rescue and the efforts of the Cromer and Sheringham Rocket Brigades in gaining a line to the ship and effecting the rescue. Close, clear, this makes a superb item for framing or illustration. Clean, crisp, nice view. (F-). $48.

9331b. DESTRUCTION OF THE IRON LIGHTHOUSE, ON MINOT ’S LEDGE, BOSTON HARBOR . Gleason’s Pictorial Drawing Room Companion. July 12, 1851 . Superb half-page engraving of the 1850 iron lighthouse tower on Minot ’s Ledge as it topples over in the great gale. Included is a brief account of the great storm and the destruction of the iron lighthouse. In this interesting article, the author tells of Keeper Bennett who survived the gale by being off the light at the time, and who the next morning discovered, strewn about on the beach, fragments of the light tower. Killed in the storm were Keepers Joseph Wilson and Joseph Antonio, who maintained their post to the end. Most interesting is the authors description of the remains left after the storm. A most interesting early view of this tower and one of the very few done at the time. (VG).  $68.

6239d,e,f. THE UNITED STATES [LIGHTHOUSES AND] LIFE-SAVING SERVICE ON THE GREAT LAKES - Its Extent, Usefulness and Peculuar Features by an Officer of the Service.] Frank Leslie’s Illustrated Newspaper. January 28, 1882. 2p. Beautiful, bright, hand-colored full page multiple engravings of 11 lighthouse and Life-Saving Service scenes of the Great Lakes. Includes Buffalo LSS Station No. 5, LSS and lighthouse at Charlotte, NY., Marblehead, Ohio LSS., breeches buoy drill, launching the surfboat, Lake Superior LSS No. 10, scene inside the life-saving station, Lake Erie lighthouse, Point Aux-Barques Light, Fairport Light, Sturgeon Point, MI. light. Includes half-page article on obverse. Superb images for framing, one of the nicest that I’ve seen on the subject. Clean, bright, fine for framing. (VG+). $68 net.

6272d. SAVED FROM THE WRECK. Harper’s Weekly [Supplement] December 23, 1871. 2p. Beautiful, large double page engravings of surfman removing victims from breeches buoy. Large engraving details the life-saver aiding the unconscious victim with child after just arriving on the beach in the buoy. Includes short article on reverse. Slight wear to fold but does not affect illustration. (VG-). $34.

23178. A BIT OF NEW HAMPSHIRE – WHITE ISLAND LIGHT, ISLES OF SHOALS. Harper’s Weekly. August 13, 1887. 1 p. Fine full page of multiple engravings showing scenes of the New Hampshire coast. Central in the collage is a close view of the lighthouse on White Island with the long wooden walkway leading to the tall cylindrical tower. Other views include: the Islas of Shoals view, the Old Stone Church, Fort McClary blockhouse in Portsmouth, Hampton Beach, Portsmouth Harbor, Rye Beach, Old Fort Point, Boar’s Head, and more. Excellent for framing. (VG). $18.

23179. THE ELECTRIC-LIGHT, ST. CATHERINE’S POINT, ISLE OF WIGHT. Harper’s Bazar. February 9, 1889. Superb full 2 page 15" x 21" engraving details seven views of the lighthouse apparatus in use at the lighthouse. Large detailed views include: Automatic Rotating Dioptric Lantern consisting of sixteen panels of vertical lenses, including rotating apparatus; the light viewed from below showing divergent rays; Electric lamp fitted with fluted carbons; Engine room containing three 36-horsepower compound engines; Appearance of light ten miles out at sea; Light-house and officer’s residences seen from the cliff; Fog-horn apparatus consisting of four cylinders containing air at high pressure; and more. With original fold, fine for framing. (VG). $48.

6235. RECENT DEVELOPMENTS OF ELECTRICITY AS AN INDUSTRIAL ART by Schuyler S. Wheeler. Harper’s Weekly Supplement. c.1900. Two page detailed article discusses the new science of electricity and its various applications in lighthouses as well as domestic uses. Includes large engraving showing its light shining out, labeled "The Largest Light in the World". Clean, crisp, disbound. (VG). $9.

2355. HUMANE AND NOBLE WORK OF THE LIFE-SAVING CREWS. Leslie’s Weekly. August 10, 1905. 1p. Beautiful full page multiple photo views of life-saving crews demonstrating their equipment. Rare views scarcely seen before include surfmen faking the shot line and then a second view ready for shooting. Also includes rare side view of a beach apparatus cart while unreeling the hawser, working at the drill pole, and more. Quite nice for framing. Clean, bright. (VG). $48.

9479e. LIGHT BOAT AT MINOT’S LEDGE. Gleason’s Pictorial Drawing-Room Companion. July 12, 1851. Full issue. 7½" x 10". Beautiful detailed early woodcut engraving showing a complete, close view of the Minot’s Ledge Light Vessel on station. Nice detail showing this early light-vessel with central raised lantern, masts and deck structures. Storm-tossed ship in the background lend an ominous air to the scene. With article describing the destruction of the iron tower on this station and thus the need to this vessel which was built for Brandywine Shoals. This is one of the earliest renditions of United States light vessels available. Clean, light moisture staining to margins and corners but still presentable. (VG-). $54.

22576a,b. THE TRINITY SHOALS LIGHTHOUSE. Scientific American. December 18, 1875. Full issue. Beautiful large 7" illustration shows the tall iron screw pile lighthouse in fine detail. Includes article describing briefly the details of placing the screw piles and construction of the tower. An interesting illustration and account, with a good detail. (VG+). $48.

720k. BEACONS ALONG THE SOUTHERN COAST. Harper’s Weekly. January 16, 1892. 2p. Beautiful, sharp, full page b/w multiple engravings of 10 lighthouse and light-ship scenes from North and South Carolina. Light Stations include Cape Fear, Cape Romain, Fort Sumter, Savannah River, Danfuskie, Castle Pickney buoy depot, Frying-Pan Light-Vessel, Georgetown, Fort Ripley and Morris Island. Superb for framing, one of the nicer for display. Quite clean, bright. Full issue. (VG+). $58 net.

23281. COAST AND LIGHTHOUSE ILLUMINATION IN FRANCE. Scientific American Supplement. Part I June 16, 1896, Part II June 20, 1896. Two full issues. Over three full pages describes illumination apparatus and fuels used on lightships and buoys, characteristics of rotation and flashing and the means to accomplish these, light orders, fuels and more. Article goes into some detail regarding operation of such lights, use of gas for fuel, lens types and sizes, etc. With six large illustrations of various types of lightships and buoys, their lanterns or lamps and focal planes. good detail. (VG). $78 net.

23287. LASSOED FROM THE WAVES BY THE LIGHTKEEPER’S DAUGHTER. The Illustrated Police News. nd. c.1890. Large full page engraved illustration depicts the young lightkeeper’s daughter, kneeling on the rocks near the base of the Oconogee Lighthouse in Oregon, hurling out a line to rescue a passenger lost overboard from a passing steamer. Beautiful, close image on light rose paper would be wonderful framed. (F-). $68.

5231f. OUTER LIGHT-HOUSE, BOSTON HARBOR. Gleason’s Pictorial. March 20, 1852. Fine full page article describing the outer light (Boston Light) and its Keeper Mr. Zebedee, and the inner light (Long Island Head Light). With superb half-page, beautifully detailed engraving showing Boston Light on Little Brewster Island. Masthead depicting Boston Harbor adds to this fine piece. Beautiful bright and clean, fine for display. (VG). $38 net.

23280a,b. RECENT DEVELOPMENTS IN MARINE LIGHTING – PARTS I, II, III. Scientific American Supplement. June 7, 1919, June 21, 1919, July 19, 1919. Three full issues. Lengthy continuing article discusses the present state of equipment used for unattended lighthouses and lightships, buoys, etc. Includes discussions of optics, illuminants, revolving apparatus, sound signaling and more. Well illustrated with photos and diagrams. (VG). $128 net.

6562d,e. THE BEACH PATROL. Harper’s Weekly. January 6, 1894. Wonderful large 10" x 14" full page illustration depicts two surfmen, having just met on beach patrol, returning to their stations. The patrolman’s dress is clearly depicted with the letters "...GANSET...LSS" on his sweater. The Coston signal is clearly visible slung over his shoulder. Excellent b/w view for framing. The obverse contains an article by Gustav Kobbe entitled The Life-Saving Patrol, touching on the lonely but heroic lot of the life-savers. Full issue, clean, intact. (VG). $64.

23231a,b. A NINETY MILLION CANDLE POWER ELECTRIC BEACON. Scientific American. January 29, 1898. Excellent full page article details the new bivalve lens being tested at the Staten Island Lighthouse Depot for adoption by the Lighthouse Service. Included detailed descriptions of the construction and use, as well as the new nine thousand candle power electric arc lamp for use within the lens. Also includes three large detailed photo views of the lamp and lens. Good piece. Full issue. (VG). $49.

21428. A CHRISTMAS PUDDING FOR THE LIGHTHOUSE. The Illustrated London News. Chirstmas Number, December 1891. 1p. Superb, beautiful detailed, full page engraving shows the Keeper of an offshore screw-pile light-house, leaning over the railing to the waiting crew in a dory in choppy seas, to receive a parcel of Christmas pudding for his Christmas dinner. Very nice detail, clean, crisp, fine item for framing. (F). $48 net.

2299a,b. [Fort Morgan Lighthouse, Alabama] FARRAGUT OFF MOBILE. Harper’s Weekly. September 24, 1864. Vintage Civil War article describes the recent battle and surrender of Fort Morgan and pictures its effects on the lighthouse and fort there. Two large detailed engravings picture the embattled masonry lighthouse battered by the bombardment. Two separate views show the tower, its sides penetrated by shells but still standing wit lantern intact. A third cover vire shows the rebel torpedo boat with the lighthouse standing in the background. Nice large 4" x 10" and 4" x 5" views, clean and crisp. Full issue, complete, light wear. (VG). $58.

6111f. LIFE-BOAT MAN. Every Saturday: An Illustrated Journal of Choice Reading. February 26, 1870. Beautiful hand-colored, full page 10" x 12" woodcut engraving of British surfman on the beach with heaving line, preparing to throw. Wonderful close detailed view of surfman, exceptional for display. Clean, bright. (VG+). $38.

2287a,b. MISS. IDA LEWIS OF LIME ROCK LIGHTHOUSE. Frank Leslie’s Illustrated. February 2, 1867. Beautiful large quarter page (5"w x 7"h), portrait view of Ida Lewis posing with one oar from her boat used for so many rescues. Within is an additional part page article about the "Newport ‘Grace Darling’ detailing her many rescues as Keeper of the Lime Rock Lighthouse. Full issue, complete, moderate wear and light soiling. (VG-). $58.

9243d. THE UNITED STATES LIGHT HOUSE SERVICE – Its History, Growth and Methods. Part I. Scientific American Supplement. November 25, 1916. Superb four page article describes in some detail the history and particularly the operations of the Service. Part I includes history, organization and duties, jurisdiction, lighthouses, lighting apparatus and illumination, characteristics of lights, and more. Illustrated with fourteen detailed photos and illustrations including a full front page photo of the ice-incrusted light at Racine Harbor, Michigan, Cape Hatteras light, Ambrose Channel LV No. 87, Cape Henry fog signal, Minot’s Ledge Light, and more. First time I have had this important article. Full issue, clean, crisp. (VG+). $58.

9257d. THE UNITED STATES LIGHT HOUSE SERVICE – Its History, Growth and Methods. Part II. Scientific American Supplement. December 2, 1916. Two page conclusion of superb article describes in some detail the history and particularly the operations of the Service. Part II includes fog signal apparatus, submarine signals, buoys, light vessels, and more. First time I have had this important article. Full issue, clean, crisp. (VG+). $46.

21374a,b. THE APPARATUS OF THE UNITED STATES LIFE SAVING SERVICE by Waldon Fawcett. Scientific American. December 29, 1906. Superb double page 16" x 22" article detaild the modern equipment used by the Life-Saving Service. Especially nice are the 11 large photographs detailing the equipment in use. Included are surfboat use and drills, loading the surfboat onto its carriage, using the hawser cutter, reefing [faking] the line after using the Lyle gun, rigging the tripod for the breeches buoy, and more. Here are some views and details of the operation that are rarely seen, along with an interesting descriptive article. Most desirable views and article. Full issue. (VG+). $58 net.

8230d. FISHING OFF BARNEGAT LIGHT-HOUSE, NEW JERSEY. Appleton’s Journal. June 24, 1871. Superb front page engraved illustration showing scores of fishermen in the bay, with the tall tower of Barnegat Light-House behind. This large 6 ½" x 6 ½" b/w engraving is extremely fine and detailed. Combined with the ornate masthead above, this will be lovely matted and framed. Clean, slightly brittle, few small chips to margin. (VG-). $22.

21216. A LIGHTHOUSE OF REINFORCED CONCRETE AT NIKOLAJEFF. Scientific American Supplement. September 2, 1905. Full issue. Large article describes new construction methods using reinforced concrete. Includes small sectional and elevation views and brief description of the new Russian lighthouse constructed to mark the canal that connects the port of Nicolaief with the Black Sea. The lighthouse, of a modern concrete design, rises to 132 feet above the base. (VG). $18.

21217. A LIGHTHOUSE OF REINFORCED CONCRETE. Scientific American Supplement. October 14, 1905. Full issue. Half-page article described in some detail the new Russian lighthouse constructed to mark the canal that connects the port of Nicolaief with the Black Sea. The lighthouse, of a modern concrete design, rises to 132 feet above the base. Includes illustrated views of the tower and base with views of the interior framework. (VG). $18.

20280. SCENES IN BRIDGEPORT, STRATFORD, AND MILFORD. Appleton’s Picturesque America. c.1873. Beautiful, large full-page 8" x 10" multiple engravings show scenes from the area in fine detail. Included is a wonderful early view of the first Stratford Point Light with its octagonal wooden tower, skeleton bell tower and 1 ½ story keeper’s dwelling [See page 9 of Claflin, James W., Lighthouses And Life Saving Along The Connecticut And Rhode Island Coast.]. Additional scenes include Bridgeport Harbor, Black Rock, Mill River and more. Clean, b/w, bright and crisp, near fine save uniform light browning to margins from age. Would be wonderful matted and framed. (VG+). $46 net.

21134b. LAUNCHING OF THE LIFE-BOAT. Harper’s Weekly. April 19, 1902. Wonderful full page b/w artist’s rendition shows surfmen of the Life-Saving Service working to push their surfboat carriage across the soft sand of Cape Cod’s outer beach toward a wreck in the background. Illustration was published to commemorate the Life-Saving Service Monomoy disaster off Cape Cod, Massachusetts just a few weeks prior, where all but one of the boat’s crew was lost in an attempt to save others in distress. The caption notes that "…over forty thousand dollars had already been raised for the families of the brave men, which shows the appreciation the people have for the brave men…." (VG+). $58 net.

6111e. LIFE-BOAT MAN. Every Saturday: An Illustrated Journal of Choice Reading. February 26, 1870. Beautiful full page 10" x 12" woodcut engraving of British surfman on the beach with heaving line, preparing to throw. Wonderful close detailed view of surfman, exceptional for display. (VG). $46.

5232j. WRECK IN THE OFFING - SCENE IN A LIFE-SAVING STATION. Drawn by Howard Pyle. Harper’s Weekly Supplement. March 9, 1878. Beautiful large double-page (20"x13") engraving showing the alarmed lifesavers in the station when the arriving surfman announces the dreaded message of a wreck. In Pyle’s dramatic style, the darkened surroundings, lit only by a lamp on the table, reveal the men’s startled faces. With article describing the scene and the work of the life-savers. Clean, crisp, good closed fold, excellent for dry-mounting and framing. (VG+). $36.

6239d. THE UNITED STATES [LIGHTHOUSES AND] LIFE-SAVING SERVICE ON THE GREAT LAKES - Its Extent, Usefulness and Pecular Features by an Officer of the Service.] Frank Leslie’s Illustrated Newspaper. January 28, 1882. 2p. Beautiful, bright, hand-colored full page 11" x 16" multiple engravings of 11 lighthouse and Life-Saving Service scenes of the Great Lakes. Includes Buffalo LSS Station No. 5, LSS and lighthouse at Charlotte, NY., Marblehead, Ohio LSS., breeches buoy drill, launching the surfboat, Lake Superior LSS No. 10, scene inside the life-saving station, Lake Erie lighthouse, Point Aux-Barques Light, Fairport Light, Sturgeon Point, MI. light. Includes half-page article on obverse. Superb images for framing, one of the nicest that I’ve seen on the subject. Clean, bright, near fine. (F-). $78.

8394c. THE NEW FASTNET ROCK LIGHTHOUSE. Scientific American. September 28, 1907. Full issue. Beautiful full cover photo illustration shows the old and new offshore Fastnet Rock Lighthouses off the southeast corner of the coast of Ireland. Inside a full page article describes in detail the design and construction of the entire structure, with three photographs taken at various stages through the construction process. An interesting set of illustrations and account, with a great deal of detail. (VG+). $28.

6110b. THE UNITED STATES LIFE-SAVING SERVICE. Scientific American. February 21, 1891. Beautiful full front page woodcut engraving depicts six scenes including the breeches buoy rescue, hauling the surfboat, firing a Coston light to warn a ship off, hauling the Francis metallic life-car to a wreck and two others. Wonderful detail. Includes complete full page article. Two pages. Clean save light edge browning from age. (VG-). $46.

2116. na. THE LIFE SAVING SERVICE. Frank Leslie’s Illustrated Newspaper. February 1, 1873. Beautiful early full page (11"w x 16"h), with two large views of the Life-Saving Service in New Jersey launching their lifeboat into the surf. Two large engravings detail the large lifeboat with the crews unloading from the carriage and launching into the surf. Lengthy article details the fledging service and the work of Mr. Kimball, as well as a few wrecks and equipment proposed. Most desirable engravings and article done during the Life-Saving Service’s infancy. Illustrations with article only, 2p., margins chipped. (G). $34.

[engravings]. c.1840-1880. Clear, detailed, early engravings depicting various lighthouses around the world. These early renditions show quite nicely the details of the light, many of earlier lights before the advent of photography. Engravings are clear, clean and are quite attractive matted and framed.

901aa. [engraving] SMEATON’S EDDYSTONE LIGHTHOUSE. c.1890. Large, clear early engraving depicting the Eddystone Lighthouse amidst towering seas. This early rendition shows quite delicately tower and lantern, with the sun peaking from behind the storm clouds. Engraving measures 5 ½" w x 8 ½" h and is nicely detailed. (VG). $10.

901aa. [engraving] SMEATON’S EDDYSTONE LIGHTHOUSE. c.1890. Large, clear early engraving depicting the Eddystone Lighthouse amidst towering seas. This early rendition shows quite delicately tower and lantern, with the sun peaking from behind the storm clouds. Engraving measures 5 ½" w x 8 ½" h and is nicely detailed. (VG). $10.

901L. [engraving] Wolf’s Rock Lighthouse. 4 ½" x 3 ½" engraving from period publication depicts Wolf’s Rock Lighthouse while under construction. Detailed view shows the lighthouse complete to the base of the lantern, with flags flying from the top. The work boat can be seen moored at the base with other vessels in the background. (VG). $8.

901k. Lighthouse at Bishop’s Rock, Scilly Islands. 3" x 5". (VG). $8.

901bb. Eddystone Lighthouse. Early c.1830. Some foxing. 3"h x 4"w. (G). $9.

7258b. THE UNITED STATES LIFE-SAVING SERVICE. Scientific American Supplement. February 6, 1892. Beautiful full front page woodcut engraving depicts six scenes including the breeches buoy rescue, hauling the surfboat, firing a Coston light to warn a ship off, hauling the Francis metallic life-car to a wreck and two others. Wonderful detail. Includes large 2-page article. Full issue, clean, crisp. (VG). $38.

8317. Stewart, Charles. A LIFE-SAVING STATION. The Youth’s Companion. November 22, 1888. Earlier in the year the author had the opportunity to spend a few days at the Pamet River Life-Saving Station on Cape Cod. In this half-page article the author tells of the quarters and the routine there, and of some of the equipment used by the Service. Quite interesting with a nice illustration of breeches buoy and life-car rescue. Full issue. (VG). $32.

8481. [4 woodcut engravings] HIGHLAND LIGHT, TRURO, MASS., RACE POINT LIGHT, WINDMILL NEAR HIGHLAND LIGHT, TRURO BEACH. Approx. 4" x 5" each. From Ballou’s Pictorial Drawing Room Companion. c.1970’s. Beautiful, clear hand colored, detailed engraving with wonderful early details of Highland (Cape Cod) Light Station and Race Point Light Station, along with two additional Cape Cod Truro views. In addition to the tower and dwelling, engraving includes surrounding buildings with cattle grazing, tourists and more. Beautiful views of the early towers on these sites, a colorful item for framing. Scarce early engraving, one of the cleanest I’ve had. (VG). $42.

9311. Claudy, C. H., HOW THE LIGHT WAS TURNED. The Youth’s Companion. February 27, 1908. Full page tale of the assistant keeper Cob’s Point Light, a fictitious East Coast screw-pile lighthouse who must tend the light alone while the keeper goes ashore for supplies. Unusually warm weather of late had brought ice floes down the river, soon packing against the tower legs and shaking the lantern violently. Soon as lamps went out and their chimneys began to break, the rotating mechanism failed as well. Read how Keeper Alec performed his duty, and kept the lens turning day and night until the ice finally abated. Full issue with nice illustration, and with numerous articles of the day. (VG). $32.

9314. SUMMER LIFE AT NANTUCKET. Frank Leslie’s Illustrated Newspaper. September 13, 1879. Full two pages, with six large detailed engravings detail the life and work on the island of Nantucket. Wonderful engravings include Sancota [Sankaty] Head Lighthouse… off Siasconset, View of Nantucket [Brant Point Lighthouse] from the Bell Beacon, Oldest House, Soldier’s Monument, Cleaning Up, and a large full-page illustration of Driving the Blackfish Ashore. A wonderful set of engravings, particularly nice for framing. Full issue with nice illustration, and with numerous articles of the day. (VG-). $48.

9310. Tolman, Albert W., WITH ONE OAR. The Youth’s Companion. June 24, 1909. Full page tale of the second assistant keeper at a fictitious East Coast lighthouse who attempts to make his way back in a dory during a severe storm. Barak Peterson, Second Assistant keeper at the "sparkplug-style" light, rowed the ill First Assistant ashore to medical attention and was returning as a storm blew up. Then, as the rollers increased and the wind picked up one oar snapped! Read how Keeper Peterson made his way to the light and finally landed, earning the respect of the other keepers. Full issue with nice illustration, and with numerous articles of the day. (VG). $26.

9282b,c. FLOATING BEACONS [LIGHTSHIPS] AND LUMINOUS BUOYS. Scientific American Supplement. October 22, 1893. Superb 3 page article details the current state of lightship development, particularly in Great Britain and discusses the equipment, operation and life on board these important vessels. Also includes information on new gas operated lit buoys that have replaced some lightship stations. Includes 7 large detailed engravings of lantern and lookout apparatus, changing crews and the new buoys. Quite an interesting article. (VG). $36.

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