{"title":"Ephemera","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"arrow-airways-employee-ephemera-collection-1983-1985","title":"Vintage Arrow Airways Aviation Employee Ephemera Collection, 1983–1985","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis collection features Arrow Airways employee materials from 1983 to 1985. It includes three employee newsletters, two internal memos, five employee letters, an employee assignment list used for flight reservations, a complete blank employment application, and a Rolodex card.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis collection offers a unique look into the operations and personnel of Arrow Airways during the mid-1980s.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is ideal for aviation memorabilia collectors or anyone interested in airline history. Photos show full items as well as close-ups of significant details. Items will be shipped with tracking and careful packaging to preserve their condition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: The documents are in good condition for their age, with minor wear consistent with intended use. See the images.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eArrow Airways was a small, short-lived airline in the 1980s, and surviving documents from the company are rare. This collection offers a unique glimpse into its operations and employees, including original newsletters, memos, letters, a flight assignment list, a Rolodex card, and a fully intact employment application with carbons. For collectors and aviation historians, the combination of historical value and scarcity makes this set a distinctive and desirable find.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLove it ♡\u003cbr\u003eGet it ☆\u003cbr\u003eGet Lucky 💋 Vintage\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Get Lucky Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45901867811005,"sku":"Arrow Airways","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/Arrow001a.jpg?v=1767116924"},{"product_id":"batchelor-enterprises-aviation-consultants-employee-ephemera-collection-1984","title":"Vintage Arrow Air \u0026 Batchelor Enterprises Aviation Employee Ephemera, 1984","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis lot includes two rare employee-related documents from Batchelor Enterprises, a specialized aviation company active in the 1980s. The first is a 1984 employee Christmas party notice from corporate, offering a glimpse into company culture. The second is a progress report accompanied by two letters to U.S. Congressmen regarding FAA legislative changes, highlighting the company’s involvement in aviation policy and regulation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBatchelor Enterprises was a parent company and holding entity for several aviation-related operations, including leasing, charter, and maintenance, under aviation entrepreneur George E. Batchelor, who also founded companies such as Arrow Air and Batch Air. The company’s consulting arm provided specialized advisory services within the aviation industry, and surviving internal documents are rare.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: The documents are in good condition for their age, with minor wear consistent with intended use. See the images.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCollectors and aviation historians will appreciate the combination of corporate insight and regulatory history, making this set a distinctive and valuable find.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLove it ♡\u003cbr\u003eGet it ☆\u003cbr\u003eGet Lucky 💋 Vintage\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Get Lucky Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45902185627837,"sku":"Batchelor","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/Bachelor001a.jpg?v=1767065438"},{"product_id":"1984-eastern-airlines-employment-application-booklet","title":"1984 Eastern Airlines Vintage Aviation Ephemera Employment Application","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is an unused 1984 Eastern Airlines employment application booklet in complete condition. The booklet includes all pages, with instructions for applicants, company policy statements, and sections for personal and employment information, spanning 8 sides\/pages.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEastern Airlines was one of the major U.S. carriers during the 1980s, playing a significant role in domestic and international aviation. Surviving internal documents like this booklet are rare. It provides a unique glimpse into the airline’s hiring process and corporate policies, reflecting employee expectations of the era.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition: The booklet is in excellent condition, with no writing or damage. See the images.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is ideal for aviation enthusiasts, airline historians, or collectors of vintage airline memorabilia. Photos show all pages and key details.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLove it ♡\u003cbr\u003eGet it ☆\u003cbr\u003eGet Lucky 💋 Vintage\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Get Lucky Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45902275805373,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/Eastern001a.jpg?v=1767065348"},{"product_id":"memorabilia006","title":"1988 Marty Friedman Handwritten Letter \u0026 Envelope Autograph - Recording Cacophony 'Go Off!'","description":"\u003ch3\u003eRare 1980s Marty Friedman (Cacophony) Handwritten Letter – “Go Off!” Recording Era\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscusses Uli Jon Roth, Jason Becker gear, and Dragon’s Kiss recording sessions – written on official Cacophony stationery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eItem Specifics:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtist: Marty Friedman \/ Cacophony \/ Megadeth\u003cbr\u003eOriginal\/Reproduction: Original\u003cbr\u003eYear: 1988\u003cbr\u003eIndustry: Music \/ Heavy Metal Memorabilia\u003cbr\u003eType: Autograph Letter Signed (ALS)\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Format: Double-sided handwritten letter with original envelope (recipient address redacted for privacy)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a rare, content-rich handwritten letter from guitarist Marty Friedman written during the peak of his Cacophony and early solo career period in 1988. Written on official Cacophony stationery, the letter provides an unusually detailed look into his creative process, musical influences, gear choices, and studio activity during one of the most important phases of his career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey Insights from the Letter\u003cbr\u003eMusical Influences: Friedman states that his only primary influence on guitar is Uli Jon Roth. Beyond guitar, he is inspired by a wide variety of instruments, specifically mentioning that he transcribes melodies and phrases from Chinese and Japanese instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSongwriting Approach:\u003cbr\u003eCacophony: He describes a \"solos first\" approach where the rhythm was built around the lead sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolo Work (Dragon's Kiss): He mentions a more conventional writing style for his solo debut, where rhythm riffs were created first for him to solo over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGear \u0026amp; Endorsements:\u003cbr\u003eHurricane Guitars: Friedman notes that while they initially liked Hurricane guitars because they \"sounded amazing,\" they found the company difficult to work with.\u003cbr\u003eCarvin Guitars: At the time of writing, he and Jason Becker had moved on to endorsing Carvin, praising them for looking and sounding better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecording Dragon's Kiss: He reveals that his solo album, Dragon's Kiss, took about a month and a half to record and was remixed once because he was initially unhappy with the sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe letter is dated through its original envelope postmark of September 22, 1988 (Oakland, CA), and includes Friedman writing that he is still in the middle of recording Cacophony II, with the album title listed as tentative as “Go Off.” This places the letter during a critical late-stage production period for the final Cacophony release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition and Provenance:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes original hand-addressed envelope with Oakland, CA postmark dated 22 SEP  1988.\u003cbr\u003eTwo-sided handwritten letter on a single sheet.\u003cbr\u003eFull vintage Marty Friedman signature present.\u003cbr\u003eExcellent vintage condition with normal mailing folds from posting.\u003cbr\u003eTranscript below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Significance:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis letter provides primary-source documentation of Friedman’s creative and recording process during the late 1988 Shrapnel Records era. While some published discographies list earlier timelines for Go Off!, this letter shows Friedman actively working on and referencing Cacophony II in September 1988, offering a real-time snapshot of the album’s final production stage and creative development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt captures a highly productive overlap period in which Friedman was completing his solo debut Dragon’s Kiss while simultaneously finalizing Cacophony’s last album, making it a rare and historically valuable artifact from this era of shred guitar history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a highly desirable piece for collectors of Marty Friedman, Cacophony, Jason Becker, and late-1980s shred memorabilia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTranscript of Marty Friedman (Cacophony) Handwritten Letter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeader: [Cacophony Logo\/Stationery]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDear Spencer,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHi! Thanks for your very complimentary letter. I'd like to get to some of your questions today, I notice you are an extremely perceptiv listener!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInfluences — on guitar, only Uli Jon Roth. However I'm influenced by just about every instrument under the sun. I transcribe melodies and phrases from Chinese and Japanese instruments all the time. (You can order tab sheet lessons from me including plenty of these for $20.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproach to songs — on the Cacophony Lp it was \"solos first\" then we built a rhythm around the solos. On my solo Lp the writing was a little more conventional, a lot of rhythm riffs came first to solo over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHurricane Guitars — we liked 'em at first, they do sound amazing but we found the company hard to work with. We're endorsing Carvins now, they sound better, look better and the company is 100% cool!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow long Dragon's Kiss — it took about a month and a half. I remixed it once because the first time I thought\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[End of Side 1, Page 1\/1]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTranscript: Page 2 (Reverse Side)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ethe solos lacked definition. The 2nd mix came out nicer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWell Spencer, I've got to get to the studio now. We're in the middle of recording Cacophony II. The title is tentatively \"Go Off\". Again – thanx a lot for writing – I really appreciate the compliments! Sorry I couldn't get to all of your questions!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSincerely,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[Signed] Marty Friedman\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor my lesson – send $20 cash, check, or money order to\u003cbr\u003e535 Taylor St. #506\u003cbr\u003eSan Francisco, CA\u003cbr\u003e94102\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eC-ya!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[End of Side 2, Page 1\/1]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional notes:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional Cacophony-era correspondence from Jason Becker is also available separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOwnership history is available upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note we do not ship outside the US, to PO Boxes or to freight forward addresses. A signature will be required at delivery. Thank you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLove it ♡\u003cbr\u003eGet it ☆\u003cbr\u003eGet Lucky 💋 Vintage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLove it ♡\u003cbr\u003eGet it ☆\u003cbr\u003eGet Lucky 💋 Vintage\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Get Lucky Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46668028346557,"sku":"MEMORABILIA005","price":500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/memorabilia005b.jpg?v=1776195529"},{"product_id":"memorabilia006-1","title":"1988 Jason Becker Handwritten Letter Autograph Cacophony 'Go Off!' Recording Era","description":"\u003ch3\u003eRare 1980s Jason Becker (Cacophony) Handwritten Letter – “Go Off!” Recording Era\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscusses guitar technique, classical influences, gear, and Cacophony recording activity – written during peak Shrapnel Records period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eItem Specifics:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtist: Jason Becker \/ Cacophony\u003cbr\u003eOriginal\/Reproduction: Original\u003cbr\u003eYear: 1988 (hand dated 8\/15\/88)\u003cbr\u003eIndustry: Music \/ Heavy Metal Memorabilia\u003cbr\u003eType: Autograph Letter Signed (ALS)\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Format: Single-sided handwritten letter in blue ink on lined notebook paper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an original handwritten fan correspondence letter dated August 15, 1988, written by legendary guitarist Jason Becker during the peak of the Shrapnel Records \/ Cacophony era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe letter was written in response to a fan and contains detailed personal insights into guitar technique, musical influences, recording workflow, and gear used during the late 1980s shred period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecker references being actively involved in recording upcoming Cacophony material, providing a rare firsthand snapshot of his mindset during one of the most important creative periods in shred guitar history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Insights from the Letter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMusical Influences: Becker states that his primary influence on guitar is Uli Jon Roth. Beyond guitar, he references a wide range of classical influences including Vaughan Williams, Stravinsky, and Mozart, reflecting his broader musical background.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSongwriting \/ Technique Approach:\u003cbr\u003eHe explains his approach to harmony as a system based on understanding scales and their application. He also describes recording workflow as layering instruments in stages, beginning with drums and building the arrangement step by step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGear \u0026amp; Endorsements:\u003cbr\u003eHe mentions using Carvin amplifiers at the time, noting them as comparable to previous Laney AOR equipment used during the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecording Context:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe references being actively involved in writing and preparing material for the next Cacophony record, highlighting the intensity of his workload during this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition and Provenance:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal handwritten letter dated 8\/15\/88.\u003cbr\u003eHand-signed by Jason Becker.\u003cbr\u003eWritten on lined notebook paper\u003cbr\u003eStandard mailing folds and light age wear consistent with period.\u003cbr\u003eTranscript below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Significance:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis letter originates from the peak Cacophony era and reflects Jason Becker’s early professional development during the late 1980s shred movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt provides primary-source insight into his compositional thinking, technical approach, and recording workflow during a highly productive period in which he was simultaneously working within Cacophony and developing his solo identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial from this timeframe is increasingly sought after due to its direct connection to both Jason Becker’s career and the broader Shrapnel Records shred guitar era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTranscript of Jason Becker (Cacophony) Handwritten Letter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8\/15\/88\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpencer,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks for for your letter, I'm happy that you liked my album. You asked so many questions! Let me try to answer them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- l recorded only drums first, then rhythm guitar, bass, leads, and keys last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Most of the time l stick ports together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Playing harmony is just knowing your scales up and down, and what to play over what. It's a system that's easy once you get it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- l am influenced by almost everything I hear. Mostly old and modern classical music like Voughen Williams, Stravinsky, Mozart, All those guys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- We use Carvin amps now, they are just as good as the Laney AOR's.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDamn, man! I can't answer all of these questions. I would like to but we are going in to record the next Cocophony record this month, and l am very busy writing and arranging stuff for it. Sorry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs for as licks and stuff go, I give lessons for $20.00 an hour. If you'd like to send a check for that amount I you some insane licks on paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnyway, thanks for writing and good luck with your guitar playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSincerely, Jason Becker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[End of Side 1, Page 1\/1]\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector Note:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a highly desirable piece for collectors of Jason Becker, Cacophony, and late-1980s shred memorabilia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdditional Cacophony-era correspondence from Marty Friedman is also available separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOwnership history is available upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional notes:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note we do not ship outside the US, to PO Boxes or to freight forward addresses. A signature will be required at delivery. Thank you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLove it ♡\u003cbr\u003eGet it ☆\u003cbr\u003eGet Lucky 💋 Vintage\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Get Lucky Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46668353306813,"sku":"MEMORABILIA006","price":550.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0625\/4818\/1181\/files\/memorabilia006_e.jpg?v=1776201369"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.getluckyvintage.com\/collections\/ephemera.oembed","provider":"Get Lucky Vintage ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}