American outlaw (1843–1915) who was a member of older brother Jesse’s notorious gang. After Jesse’s murder in 1882, Frank made a personal appeal to the Governor of Missouri and vowed to go straight. He lived out the remainder of his life in a somewhat less bloody fashion, working variously as a shoe salesman, theater guard, and “legit” betting commissioner. Scarce ADS, one page, 6.5 x 10.5, no date. A handwritten roster of “Awards in Pasture No. 2” in which James lists himself “Frank James” and specifies a parcel of land he owns [in Cado County, Oklahoma], as well as the names and holdings of thirty-three of his neighbors. Though brother Jesse takes top prize among Old West rarities, Frank’s autograph material is quite elusive, and documents or letters of this length are of the greatest scarcity. Accompanied by two engraved explanatory plaques. In good condition, with folds (partial separations) and scattered wrinkles and light stains, and chips and tears to edges (affecting numbers of a few entries). James’ name (and the other names) are dark, fully legible, and mostly unaffected. Auction LOA John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
