It is a book by Mark Twain, there is a handwritten paragraph that talks about the book.  The book has string binding.  It contains short stories written by him.  At the bottom of the paragraph it is signed by him and dated may 1888.

This trunk has a sticker from the Cunard White Star freightlines. The drawers in this trunk are on the left hand side instead of the right like most others.  Could have been customized for the left handed.

 It also has a name tag with the name of "Alvin Mansfield Owsley".  Upon some research I found that Mr. Owsley was Owsley was born and raised in Denton, Texas, son of Alvin Clark and Sallie (Blount) Owsley.

In 1933 Owsley was rewarded for his efforts as a campaign speaker for Franklin D. Roosevelt with an appointment as the U.S. minister to Romania (1933–35). He also served terms as Ambassador to the Irish Free State (1935–1937)and completed his diplomatic work in Denmark (1937–39). Owsley resigned as the Minister to Denmark and Iceland in 1939 with increased international tensions and Roosevelt's announcement for a third term as President.

Today at the University of Texas, there is the Alvin Owsley Jr. Endowed Presidential Scholarship in Law dedicated to the memory of Alvin and Lucy Owsley.Alvin Owsley was an active participant in the American Legion from its inception. In 1920 Alvin left his post as an assistant attorney general before the Court of Criminal Appeals in Texas to become assistant director of the American Legion's Americanism Commission.  The very next year Owsley was thrust into the directorship of the commission, due to a debilitating injury suffered by then director Henry Ryan.  Owsley continued and improved the "education for citizenship" program of the commission, joining with the National Education Association in sponsoring American Education Week.  Owsley became the principal speaker for the commission, earning the attention of the populace and the approval of Legion members. In October 1922, Owsley was elected National Commander of the American Legion at the Legion's national convention in New Orleans.  At age 34, he was the youngest commander to date and the first commander from the South.

Antique Gilded Sterling Folding Fruit Knife

English * Hallmarked 1823

This antique fruit knife is solid sterling silver with a sterling blade. It is gilded with gold and has the English silver hallmarks for Sheffield 1823 & the maker's mark for John Taylor.

The condition is excellent with no dents, repairs or other damage. The engraved blade is in good condition, intact with no bends, and it closes well. The knife measures 2 7/8" long closed and 5" open. The spring cover has a stepped design.

This horse lamp has the back half of it cut out (where the bulb is).  There are several "jewelled" areas that allow light to reflect through.  There is beautiful detail to the face and saddle.  Have not been able to find any distinguishing marks or any info about this piece.

I wanted to get more information on this artis/painting (pictures attached). Value?, i would like to sell it (if not then what it's worth for insurance purpose?) , i don't know much about "art" but just thought it was a nice painting from an older era.

 

Here are some details.

1. it has some markings on the back ??? (photo's attached)

2. it is signed by "B. HADDON CANRIGHT"

3. i think it's oil/canvas

4. size is w=25-1/2 x h=29-1/2

 

You can either email ([email protected]) me or call me (602-524-1405) , thanks for your info/help, god bless/happy holidays. :-)

 

Miguel 

 

 gold trimmed