Houma, LA and Naples, FL, March 8, 2024 -- Houma, LA residents and long-time business owner Michael and Kelli Lausen recently inked an agreement to bring Lapels Cleaners back to Louisiana. Lapels Cleaners, an innovative, 100% sustainable garment care company headquartered in Naples, Florida, has more than 100 locations nationwide. Lausen plans to open a dry cleaning plant and store in 2024 at a location to be determined.

“My wife Kelli and I had been looking at business opportunities, specifically in the area of coin-operated laundromats. That’s how we found Lapels. The more we learned about Lapels, particularly the environmentally friendly cleaning methods the brand employs, the more we liked the idea of bringing a first-class cleaner to Houma.”

Added Lausen, “Lapels uses a sustainable, non-toxic method for dry cleaning clothes. Subsequently, clothes feel better when you wear them and last longer while doing no harm to the environment.”

Lapels has pioneered its eco-friendly dry cleaning experience over the past two decades. Part of that effort includes a partnership agreement with GreenEarth®, the dry cleaning industry’s only non-toxic cleaning alternative. Using these kinds of solutions and the latest technology in equipment, Lapels is one of the few dry cleaners able to boast that there is no hazardous waste in their process.

“Starting with my father, my family has run businesses in the Houma area for decades,” said Michael. “We’re extremely excited to see the response from customers to the Lapels experience.”

Lapels Cleaners also sets itself apart with its customer service. Lapels customers are greeted to a warm and inviting reception area, with friendly customer service representatives, and alteration services. Also, the customer’s personal belongings never leave our store for cleaning elsewhere. Everything is done right there on site.

Lapels offers its customers Automatic Rewards earning them credit towards free dry cleaning for every dollar they spend, Loyalty Programs, a VIP Program which eliminates the need to wait in line, the use of a 24 Hour Drop Off/Pick Up Service and Home Delivery to all its customers.

“A big part of bringing Lapels to Houma is to be a part of the local business community where we live and continue to support causes near and dear to us,” said Lausen, a Veteran of the US Army. “That includes offering discounts to active military, veterans and law enforcement officials.”

“We are excited about this opportunity, and we are working as quick as we can to get up and running for our community!” said Michael.

The Lausens reside in the City of Houma and are energetic leaders at Cross Church of Houma and now are beginning their journey as new members at the Houma-Terrebonne Chamber of Commerce.

About Lapels Cleaners – Environmentally Friendly Cleaners
Each Lapels Cleaners store offers a full slate of services, including dry cleaning; wash, dry & fold; shirt service; tailoring; wedding gown preservation; suede and leather processing; shoe repair.

Lapels Cleaners has received a number of accolades in the franchise world. That includes being ranked again on the 2020 Entrepreneur Franchise 500 list for the country’s top Franchise Systems. Entrepreneur's “Franchise 500” is the best and most comprehensive rating of franchises in the world and is based on objective, quantifiable measures of a franchise operation. Lapels Cleaners has also been named to Franchise Times Top 200+.

Lapels has also achieved acclaim in the dry cleaning industry. Lapels Cleaners and Clean Brands CEO Kevin Dubois is the co-author of Entrepreneurial Insanity in the Dry Cleaning Business, sold on Amazon.com.

Lapels Cleaners is part of Clean Brands, a franchisor for the largest garment care company on the planet. Clean Brands’ holdings include: Lapels Cleaners (https://mylapels.com/), Martinizing Cleaners (https://www.martinizing.com), 1-800-Dry Clean (https://www.1-800-dryclean.com), and Pressed4Time (https://pressed4time.com).

Clean Brands corporate offices are located at 711 5th Avenue South, Suite 210 in Naples, FL.

To learn more about franchise opportunities with Lapels Cleaners, contact Michael Eisner at meisner@cleanfranchisebrands.com or 781-829-8780.

Douglass, KS, USA, March 7, 2024 -- Woody Auction has two major events lined up for March and April: an American Brilliant Cut Glass auction on Saturday, March 16th and an R.S. Prussia auction on Saturday, April 6th. Both will feature outstanding single-owner collections and will be held online and live in the auction hall located at 130 Third Street in Douglass. Start times for both auctions will be 9:30 am Central time.

The March 16th sale is nicknamed a “Presidential Auction Weekend” because it features the collections of two past presidents of the American Cut Glass Association (and because it’s sure to make headlines). The collections of Wilbur and the late Mary Bluhm (ACGA president, 2006-2008) and Leon and Carol Torline (ACGA president, 1998-2000) contain some of the most profound pieces of brilliant cut glass.

“These dedicated collectors spent decades collecting some of the finest examples of ACG out there,” said Jason Woody of Woody Auction, adding, “This is an event not to be missed. It will be highlighted by a rarity beyond description – a centerpiece in the Crystal City pattern (aka Wedding Ring) by J. Hoare, with a sterling ring that takes your breath away.” The lot has an estimate of $20,000-$25,000.

The April 6th auction will feature nearly 350 lots of quality R.S. Prussia pieces, led by the collections of Dr. Joe and Faye Krick of Tennessee, showcasing some incredible examples of the best of the best; and the late Jerry House of Michigan, whose collection will fill out the remaining part of the auction with flawless examples of Seasons and Melon Eaters. It’s a must-attend event for collectors of R.S. Prussia.

“If you are unable to attend in person, be sure to register via LiveAuctioneers.com for what’s sure to be one of the finest Prussia collections to cross the auction block in nearly 50 years,” Mr. Woody said. “And, as always at Woody Auction, there are no reserves and no buyer’s premium for those attending live and paying with cash or check. We urge everyone to make plans today, to attend live or online.”

The magnificent ABCG centerpiece in the Crystal City pattern by J. Hoare is the undisputed star of the March 16th auction (both auctions overall, actually). The piece boasts three handles and an incredible sterling silver rim with winged serpent handles and feet. The centerpiece comes from the collection of the late Tom and Mildred Jacks and is 8 ¾ inches by 14 ½ inches (bowl only, 4 inches by 9 ¼ inches).

Other star lots on March 16th include an ABCG round tray signed Egginton, in the Arabian II pattern, 14 inches in diameter and a fantastic example, pulled from the Bill Atzenhoffer estate (est. $5,000-$8,000); and a ABCG green cut to clear vase by Dorflinger, in the Montrose pattern, 11 ¾ inches tall, also a fantastic example, featuring a hobstar base, from the Bluhm collection (est. $1,500-$2,500).

An ABCG ice cream tray by Dorflinger in the extremely rare Mandarin pattern, pulled from a California private collection, has an estimate of $2,000-$3,500; an ABCG two-quart pitcher in the Imperial pattern by Libbey, 10 ½ inches tall, with a pattern cut handle and hobstar base, is expected to rise to $1,500-$3,000; and a triangular-shaped ABCG bowl in the Columbian pattern, designed by W.C. Anderson for Libbey circa 1893, having only a small pattern base chip, should finish at $1,500-$3,000.

The April 6th auction will be led by a hard-to-find swan center bowl marked R.S. Prussia in the Icicle & Medallion mold, 15 inches in diameter with five medallions featuring swans along with a center scene. A professional hairline repair is the only blemish on a fantastic bowl that should bring $2,000-$4,000.

A perfect example unmarked R.S. Prussia tankard with a winter scene portrait, 13 inches tall, white and green with pale pink tones, having a satin finish and nice gold trim, should command $2,000-$3,500; while an R.S. Prussia unmarked two-handled vase with brown tones in the rare Tiger décor, a fine example of a desirable and visually arresting vase, 11 ¾ inches tall, has an estimate of $2,000-$3,500.

A companion to the Tiger décor vase is the two-handled, unmarked R.S. Prussia vase with brown tones in the rare Lion décor, also 11 ¾ inches in height. It should hammer for $2,000-$3,500. Also up for bid is a marked R.S. Prussia tankard with a rare double scene – including an Old Man in Mountain and a Swan scenic décor – with nice gold trim highlights, 13 inches tall. It has an estimate of $2,000-$3,500.

Here is an online link to both catalogs: www.liveauctioneers.com/woody-auction-llc. Bidders are encouraged to register 48 hours in advance. Absentee bids will be accepted with a written statement indicating the amount of the bid. The deadline is noon Thursday, March 14th for the March 16th auction; and Thursday, April 4th, for the April 6th auction. Absentee bids will be charged a buyer’s premium of 15 percent of the selling price plus shipping (10 percent when paying by cash or check).

Telephone bidding is available for lots with a low estimate of $1,000 or greater for the March 16th auction and $750 for the April 6th auction (low estimates can be found on LiveAuctioneers.com). Email your phone bid list to info@woodyauction.com by noon Wednesday, March 13th, for the March 16th auction, and Wednesday, April 3rd, for the April 6th auction. Include your name, address, primary phone number and backup phone number. You will get a phone call to confirm receipt of your telephone bids.

“Keep in mind, even though you may get an excellent deal on your prices in this auction, shipping costs remain the same and may seem high compared to your winning bids,” Mr. Woody said. “We do our best to keep shipping costs as low as possible while wrapping everything securely to arrive in excellent condition. We charge the bidder what we pay for the materials, and pass our UPS discount on to you.”

Woody Auction has attempted to call any flaws that can affect the value of an item. Condition reports are not available for online only auctions, but Woody Auction will stand behind the items’ condition. Common nicks and scratches have not been called. The prevailing sales tax will be charged to all buyers unless they are reselling the items. In this case, a sales tax exemption license must be provided.

As for area lodging, Woody Auction has several suggestions: the Comfort Inn in Augusta, Kan.: 316-260-3006 (mention Woody Auction for a single queen or king room rate of $79 plus tax when booked directly with them); Holiday Inn Express, Andover, Kan.: 316-733-8833; and the Hampton Inn, Derby, Kan.: 316-425-7900. All three are located within a 15-20-minute drive of the Woody auction hall.

To learn more about Woody Auction and the auctions slated for Saturday, March 16th, and Saturday, April 6th, starting at 9:30 am Central time both auction days, please visit www.woodyauction.com.

About Woody Auction:
Woody Auction is always accepting quality consignments for future sales. To consign a single item, an estate or collection, you may call (316) 747-2694; or, send them an email, to info@woodyauction.com. To learn more about Woody Auction, please visit www.woodyauction.com. Updates are posted frequently.

Cranston, RI, USA, March 1, 2024 -- Four important single-owner collections – of museum bandboxes and hatboxes; figural creamers; massive original baseball-themed murals; and police equipment – will all come up for bid on Monday, March 18th, by Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers, online and live in the gallery located at 63 Fourth Avenue in Cranston, starting promptly at 10 am Eastern time.

Kicking things off at 10 am will be lots 1-39, the collection of historic bandboxes and hatboxes deaccessioned from the Rhode Island School of Design Museum. Eager bidders will be able to experience a wide variety of hatboxes, with their vibrant colors and unusual patterns.

From well-known makers such as Hannah Davis to boxes lined with 19th century newspapers, the auction features the historic wallpapers and designs of the Victorian era and the magical world of hat storage. Estimates are modest; that will ignite bidding wars.

A circa 1850 Andrew Jackson bandbox, covered in a rare "Old Hickory" commemorative War of 1812 pattern featuring president Andrew Jackson walking beside a horse overlooking a landscape over blue field, is certain to attract bidder interest. It has an estimate of $600-$800.

A Hannah Davis grape leaf bandbox (New Hampshire, circa 1784-1863) is comprised of thin wood covered in a rare block printed wallpaper consisting of grape leaves and vines on a trellis. The bandbox includes the original label to the interior and should fetch $300-$500.

Other highlight lots include a 19th century American hunting scene bandbox covered in the "American Stag Hunt" pattern on a blue field with matching lid (est. $200-$300); and a 19th century American bandbox covered in a baluster and drapery swag motif with the lid covered in the attractive "Combination Steam and Full Rigged Sailing Ship" pattern (est. $200-$300).

Lots 40-82, set to hit the auction block at 11 am, are figural creamers from the Mendon Historical Society. This wonderful an array of pottery includes examples from Royal Bayreuth, Rookwood and others, ranging from animal creamers to Toby pitchers. The whimsical collection showcases the creativity and design prowess of German porcelain.

An early 20th century Royal Bayreuth figural creamer depicting a crouching leopard with a curved tail handle and snarling mouth, three inches tall, marked "Royal Bayreuth Bavaria" in blue on the bottom, has an estimate of $600-$800; while an early 20th century five-piece set of American ceramic pitchers and creamers attributed to Roseville should finish at $200-$300.

A 19th century two-piece set of sailor-made whale tooth creamers – a whale tooth creamer with thin legs and twisted handled, and a larger whale tooth creamer with thin legs and flat curved handle – is estimated to reach $200-$300, as should a 19th century Harriet Wenderoth for Rookwood green ruffled rim ewer with a shapely applied handle and a geometric floral band around the body, approximately 12 inches tall, marked “HW Rookwood” on the bottom.

12 o’clock noon will signal the start of auction number three – 42 massive, original murals that hung in McCoy Stadium in Pawtucket, R.I., depicting baseball stars who played for the Red Sox minor league affiliate in Pawtucket, as well as the big-league club and in some cases other Major League teams. All 42 were rendered by Rhode Island artist Carol “Tayo” Heuser.

The murals hung in McCoy Stadium from the 1970’s through 2006, when they were replaced by photo replicas and offered as an exclusive collection through the Pawtucket Arts Association. The murals – impressive at 8 feet by 4 feet – were featured in the book Murals of McCoy by Andrew Tuetken. “Tayo” Meuser attended the Rhode Island School of Design.

Murals of players who went on to have spectacular Major League careers – such s Roger Clemens, Jim Rice, Nomar Garciaparra, Carlton Fisk and “Oil Can” Boyd – carry estimates of $2,000-$3,000. Murals of the lesser-known players have estimates as low as $600-$900.

The one o’clock hour will usher in auction number four – the police equipment collection of Matthew G. Forte, who was a retired Training Director of the Port Authority of N.Y. and N.J. Police, a staff writer for the Police Collector News and wrote about police equipment for law enforcement journals and publications as well as two books on early police equipment. The collection includes early restraints, clubs, lanterns, curios and devices.

A rare set of 20th century McKenzie Steel Mitts blued steel handcuffs, patented on March 10, 1925, featuring an eight-link chain with central round link for waist chain, is estimated to bring $2,000-$3,000. Also, a 20th century S.A. French presentation police club, consisting of a leather covered wood box opening to reveal a wood club with decorative floral carved handle and top, corded rope detailing and black leather holster belt, should hammer for $800-$1,200.

A late 19th/early 20th century English mechanical billy club with spike mechanism and brass hardware, one of only four known to exist, is expected to sell for $800-$1,200. Also, an American 19th century Lutz Royce Trenor & Chadwick mechanical nipper with rosewood grip, brass push plate and steel arms, one of only three known, should go for $800-$1,200.

Previews will be held Tuesday through Friday, March 12th-15th, from 9 am until 4 pm, and on auction day, March 18th, when doors will open at 8 am (all times Eastern). Internet bidding is via the Bruneau & Co. platform (bidLIVE.Bruneauandco.com) as well as LiveAuctioneers.com and Invaluable.com, plus the mobile app “Bruneau & Co.” on iTunes or GooglePlay.

To learn more about Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers and the four single-owner collections slated to be auctioned Monday, March 18th at 10 am Eastern time, please visit www.bruneauandco.com.

About Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers:
Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers is always accepting quality consignments for future auctions, with commissions as low as zero percent. Now would be a perfect time to clean out your attic. To contact Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers about consigning a single piece or an entire collection, you may send an e-mail to info@bruneauandco.com. Or, you can phone them at 401-533-9980. To learn more, visit www.bruneauandco.com.

Atlanta, GA, USA, February 29, 2024 -- A large and important early mixed media assemblage by Radcliffe Bailey (Ga., 1968-2023) sold for $66,550 and a painted iron sculpture by Pietro Consagra (Italian, 1920-2005) climbed to $57,475 at a 458-lot Art Deco to Post-Modern Art & Design auction held February 23rd by Ahlers & Ogletree, online and live in the Atlanta gallery at 788 Ellsworth Industrial Boulevard NW.

The mixed media assemblage by the late Southern African American artist Radcliffe Bailey, titled The Magic City (1994,) was pulled from the outstanding private collection of Bill Stewart. It was made from a combination of door, carpet, beeswax, dried flowers, iron brands, collage, tar and photos. The monumental work, 80 inches tall by 131 ¾ inches wide, more than doubled its $30,000 high estimate.

The sculpture by Consagra, executed in 1966, was titled Ferro Transparente Blanco. The work was signed and dated to the base and stood 27 ¼ inches tall. In 1947, Consagra was among the founding members of the Forma 1 group of artists, who advocated both Marxism and structured abstraction.

Following are additional highlights from the auction, which featured contemporary and modern art and furniture, plus the private collection of Atlanta interior designer Bill Stewart. Online bidding was facilitated by Ahlers & Ogletree’s platform, bid.AandOAuctions.com, plus LiveAuctioneers.com, Invaluable.com and BidSquare.com. All prices quoted here include a 21 percent buyer’s premium.

A large 1988 oil on canvas painting by the French artist Andre Brasilier (b. 1929), titled Chant du Soir (Evening Song), was artist signed to the lower right, titled and initialed en verso ($36,300). The canvas was impressive, at 38 ½ inches by 51 ¼ inches, while the frame measured 48 ¼ inches by 61 inches.

A large oil on canvas painting by Robert Beauchamp (N.Y., 1923-1995), titled Number Thirty-Seven (circa 1982-1983), signed and dated en verso, blasted through its $3,000-$5,000 estimate to finish at $36,300. The 78 inch by 103 ½ inch work (canvas, less frame) was exhibited at the Asheville Museum.

A mixed media artwork by Todd Murphy (Ga., 1962-2020), titled Woman with Microphone (1995), 96 ½ inches by 72 ¼ inches, was ink signed, dated and inscribed. It knocked down for $22,990. Murphy’s large-scale paintings, digital prints and sculptures explored images of flora, fauna and bodily forms.

A Samuel Accoceberry for Collection Particuliere (French) 'Rough' brushed oak dining table, with a biomorphic top and raised on rounded pillar legs, marked 'CP' to underside to the top, more than doubled its $8,000 high estimate to hit $16,940. The table was 96 inches wide by 42 ½ inches deep.

A sheet copper and wire Hinged Poem Dress #3 by Lesley Dill (American, b. 1950), 62 inches tall by 22 inches wide, fetched $13,310. It was embedded with a quote from Catalan poet Salvador Espriu (1913-1985), saying: “I have given my whole life to words / chewed this dog hunger into a long meal.”

An oil on canvas floral rendering of Three Gold Iris (1976) by Lowell Blair Nesbitt (Md., 1933-1993), depicting dark yellow flowers on a stem, was signed, titled and dated ($13,310). The canvas was large, at 85 inches tall by 45 inches wide, while the frame was 85 ½ inches in height by 46 ¼ inches wide.

What would an art auction be without Pablo Picasso? A 1960 collotype with color stencil on Arches paper by the Cubist-Surrealist master (1881-1973), titled L’Etreinte, was pencil signed to the lower right and numbered (“122/125”) to the lower left. ($12,100). A Paris stamp showed the edition number.

A Phoenix Glass Company Vaseline glass Ruba Rombic fish bowl designed by Rubin Haley and executed circa 1930 sold within estimate for $10,890. The bowl was resting on a cast iron tripod stand with a raised geometric decoration. The bowl was 14 ¼ inches in diameter; the stand 25 inches tall.

An untitled paint on wood and foam core rendering of a Red Shack by Beverly Buchanan (American, 1940-2015), created in 1988 and 15 ¾ inches tall, was signed and dated underside of the roof overhang and was acquired directly from the artist at a 1988 National Black Arts Festival. It went for $9,680.

A pair of mid-20th century Edward Wormley (American, 1907-1995) for Dunbar (North Carolina) mahogany wingback and cane lounge chairs, model 6016, featuring tufted green velvet cushions and marked 'Dunbar' on decking fabric, bested their $3,000-$5,000 estimate by realizing $9,075.

A glazed ceramic vessel by Claude Conover (American, 1907-1994), titled Octli, 19 inches tall by 15 ¾ inches in diameter, was signed and titled to the underside. It changed hands for $8,470. Conover’s large pots were his best work but he also made other forms, such as bowls, lamps and ceramic animals.

An oil and mixed media on canvas painting by Jose Maria Riera y Arago (Spanish, b. 1954), titled Red and Black Airplane (2002), signed lower right and dated lower left, came into the auction with a modest $800-$1,600 but sold for $8,470. It was 27 ½ inches by 57 ¾ inches (canvas, less the frame).

A pair of circa 1960s black walnut 'Grass-Seated' chairs by George Nakashima (American 1905-1990), having a round back over spindle supports, resting on a woven grass seat and raised on turned legs, apparently unmarked, from the collection of Debbie Ellis, St. Mary's, Ga., hit $7,865.

Next up for Ahlers & Ogletree is a Fine Estates auction on March 27th and 28th, followed by a Fine Jewelry & Timepieces auction on April 26th. Both will be held online and live in the Atlanta gallery.

To learn more about Ahlers & Ogletree, please visit http://www.aandoauctions.com. Updates are posted often. You can follow Ahlers & Ogletree via social media on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook.

About Ahlers & Ogletree:
Ahlers & Ogletree is a multi-faceted, family-owned business that spans the antiques, estate sale, wholesale, liquidation, auction and related industries. Ahlers & Ogletree is always seeking quality consignments for future auctions. To consign a single item, an estate or a collection, you may call them directly at 404-869-2478; or, you can send them an e-mail, at consign@AandOauctions.com. To learn more about Ahlers & Ogletree, please visit www.aandoauctions.com. Updates are posted often. You can follow Ahlers & Ogletree via social media on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and Facebook.

Reno, NV, USA, February 27, 2024 -- Shaking off the effects of winter following a highly successful four-day Marvels of the West auction in January, Holabird Western Americana Collections, LLC will dip its toes into early spring with a two-day, online-only March Madness timed auction on Saturday and Sunday, March 2nd and 3rd, at 8 am Pacific time both days. Online bidding is via iCollector.com.

“We are thrilled to present to you a captivating array of treasures spanning a multitude of categories, promising something special for every collector,” said Fred Holabird of Holabird Western Americana Collections, LLC. “With over two thousand lots carefully curated for your consideration, we invite you to join us for this fun sale.” All lots open for bidding at just $10.

The two-day, online-only Western Americana and collectibles auction is bursting with more than 1,500 lots, in a galaxy of categories that include Western Americana, bottles, ephemera, mining, numismatics, philatelic and dealer specials. Frequenters of Holabird auctions will recognize names like Ken Prag and Chunlin Zhu, whose collections are being sold on an ongoing basis.

Day 1, on Friday, March 2nd, will be arguably the busier of the two days, if the sheer number of categories is any gauge. Up for bid will be items in a staggering 28 categories, to include art, general foreign, spoons and flatware, glassware and bottles, salon and tobacciana, general collectibles, tools, Native Americana, cowboy, weapons and firearms, military and political.

Also up for bid will by fraternal organizations, firefighting memorabilia, ephemera (sorted by geography), musical and entertainment, sports, photography, World’s Fair and Expositions, antique maps, toys, books, numismatics, tokens and medals, ingots, minerals, mining and mining stocks. Altogether, 776 lots will be sold to the highest bidder, with each lot starting at just $10.

Two of the top three lots on Day 1 are gold coin lots. They include a pair of U.S. $25 Gold Eagle mint state coins, one from 1994 and the other 2008 and both containing one-half ounce of fine gold (est. $3,000-$5,000). The other lot is a 1911 U.S. Indian Head $10 gold piece, graded MS61 by NGC, one of 505,500 made and one of just 2,307 graded MS61 by NGC (est. $1,000-$2,000).

A 1932 reprint of the 1850 Rocky Bar (Calif.) Mining Company pamphlet giving Articles of Association, resolutions and more, 12pages, softbound, in near mint condition, has an estimate of $2,400-$3,000. Also, a group of ten 1894-1900 covers and contents to Virginia City (Mont.) merchant S. R. Buford from Utah, Chicago, Minnesota and Nebraska, should bring $70-$1,000.

A circa 1780-1880 original carved Chinese cinnabar lacquer snuff bottle that came out of the Hotel House in Tombstone, Arizona in 1882, about 2 ½ inches tall, carved to each side with a waterside village scene, is expected to sell for $500-$1,000; while a Chinese carved limestone root with a custom base, 10 inches by 8 inches by 90 inches, carries an estimate of $500-$900.

A Brizard, Inc. (Arcata, Calif.) advertising calendar from 1920 (“Nearly Everything to Wear, to Use and to Eat”), 15 ½ inches by 10 ½ inches, should fetch $50-$800. Also, a group of six Mexico mining stocks spanning the years 1863-1916, including two from the Minas Prietas Mining Company, both from 1881, and one to El Dorado Mining Co., should make $300-$700.

Day 2, on Saturday, March 3rd, will contain 786 lots of philatelic, postcards, stamps, Wells Fargo and Express, transportation (auto, railroad, more), and stocks and bonds in various categories.

A stock certificate issued in 1866 for Midas Petroleum & Improvement (Pittsburgh, Pa.), with a small derrick vignette and a 25-cent adhesive internal revenue stamp, carries an estimate of $300-$600; while a 1902 stock certificate for the Iowa State Zoo and Amusement Park, printed on heavier paper with gold highlights, 10 ½ inches by 14 ¾ inches, should sell for $200-$400.

A pair of San Francisco bus destination roll signs, including ones from The Haight and Fillmore, made of plastic-coated cloth with metal edges, one 2 feet wide by 19 feet long, is expected to hit $150-$250. Also, a facsimile brass Wells Fargo Express cancellation stamp (Bisbee, Ariz.), 3 inches in length, would say “Wells, Fargo & Co.’s Express” if genuine, should make $300-$500.

Two early photographs from Walnut Creek, California, one of the town’s first mayor, Harry Spencer, sitting in the office of a lumber company near the Southern Pacific depot, will be sold as one lot; as will a group of 16 postcards depicting Martinez, California, the birthplace of Joe DiMaggio, including an autograph photo of Sheriff John A. Miller (both lots est. $200-$400).

Two publications from the National Corvette Restoration Society, including The NCRS Driveline (41 issues, 2002-2011) and The Corvette Restorer Magazine (138 issues, 1974-2011), should achieve $200-$300. Also, a rare Arizona and Swansa Railroad temporary stock certificate from 1930 is expected to change hands for $150-$300. The railroad went out of business in 1931.

This is a timed auction, so there will be no live auctioneer or audio/video feed. Folks can bid now, up to the day each session closes. On both the auction days, they will be able to log in to a virtual console and bid live, per normal. Each lot will open with an automatic timer that’s reset with each live bid. Once the bidding stops and the timer runs out, then the next lot is presented.

Internet bidding will be provided exclusively by iCollector.com. Telephone and absentee bids will also be accepted. Color catalogs are available by calling 1-844-492-2766, or 775-851-1859.

Anyone owning a collection that might fit into a Holabird Western Americana Collections auction is encouraged to get in touch. The firm travels throughout the U.S., to see and pick up collections. The company has agents all over America and will travel to inspect most collections.

To learn more about Holabird Western Americana Collections, LLC and the online-only March Madness timed auction slated for March 2nd and 3rd, starting at 8 am Pacific time each day, visit www.holabirdamericana.com.

About Holabird Western Americana Collections, LLC:
Holabird Western Americana Collections, LLC is always seeking new and major collections to bring to market. It prides itself as being a major source for selling Americana at the best prices obtainable, having sold more than any other similar company in the past decade alone. The firm will have its entire sales database online soon, at no cost – nearly 200,000 lots sold since 2014. To consign a single piece or a collection, you may call Fred Holabird at 775-851-1859 or 844-492-2766; or, you can send an e-mail to fredholabird@gmail.com. To learn more about Holabird Western Americana Collections, LLC, please visit www.holabirdamericana.com.