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Old 18 May 2004, 10:56   #1
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Lot 19 - Autographed Ellen Macarther Autobiography
The hardback book autographed in black biro by Ellen ('A donf, Ellen')on the frontispiece. (A donf is French for 'Go for it' and is Ellen's slogan).

Retail price for unsigned book £17.99

Not sure of value so lets set a reserve of £35 and see where we go

Kindly donated by The Royal Yachting Association www.rya.org.uk
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Old 19 May 2004, 10:08   #2
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Great auction item, so here`s £40
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I'll bid £45
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Old 20 May 2004, 19:30   #4
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£50
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Old 20 May 2004, 22:58   #5
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this one is on its way to Northern Ireland £70 come on you tight lot!
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Old 24 May 2004, 13:46   #6
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For clarity - I have now received the book from the RYA and it is signed.

"Go for it ! - Ellen"

I will include copies of E-mails and the RYA complements slip to confirm authenticity.

Cheers

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Old 24 May 2004, 20:23   #7
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Old 24 May 2004, 22:48   #8
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If you chaps want to stop the autobiography coming to Ireland you got to dig deep...........here`s £120
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Can't go to Ireland, Wales or Essex

£200!
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Old 09 June 2004, 12:26   #10
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Winner - Mikey - £200 Bid

Many thanks for your generosity
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