Actors & Actresses from the 1940s
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ABBOTT & COSTELLO (BUD ABBOTT) - COLLECTION WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 350616Photographs of Bud Abbott and Lou Costello include a signed and inscribed photograph from Bud Abbott reading, To Kay/Sincerely/Bud Abbott, and a signed and inscribed photograph from Lou Costello reading, To Joe/Sincerely,/Lou Costello.
Sale Price $995.00
$1,200.00
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ABBOTT & COSTELLO (LOU COSTELLO) - APPLICATION SIGNED 10/02/1946 - HFSID 350340Application for membership in the Friars Club signed by Lou Costello on October 2, 1946. Document includes typed details about Costello's background and acquaintances. Signature appears light but legible, with notes indicating a resignation date in 1952.
Price: $1,500.00
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ABBOTT & COSTELLO (LOU COSTELLO) - CONTRACT SIGNED 08/15/1955 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 177684Typed document signed by Lou Costello, Anne Costello, and others regarding financial arrangements following the film Abbott and Costello Meet the Keystone Kops. Dated August 15, 1955, it involves agreements with Bankers Trust Company and Universal Pictures Company, Inc.
Sale Price $495.00
$600.00
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ABBOTT & COSTELLO (LOU COSTELLO) - CONTRACT SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 218010Contract signed by Lou Costello and Anne Costello in 1952, amending a previous employment agreement with Universal Pictures. Signed in black ink, with additional signatures from Universal representatives. Document includes blue ink date stamp and embossed seal, totaling 21 pages.
Price: $600.00
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ABBOTT & COSTELLO (LOU COSTELLO) - DOCUMENT SIGNED 02/24/1953 - HFSID 177688Document signed by Lou Costello, dated February 24, 1953, regarding a loan repayment. The carbon typed document contains his signature beneath the approval statement and mentions a check for $6,056.00 sent to the Bank of America.
Price: $650.00
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ABBOTT & COSTELLO (LOU COSTELLO) - DOCUMENT SIGNED 06/24/1952 - HFSID 226409Document signed "Lou Costello" in blue ink on June 24, 1952, declaring his betting losses exceeding wins from 1946. This affidavit, likely related to IRS tax issues, includes a notary public signature and an embossed seal.
Price: $600.00
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ABBOTT & COSTELLO (LOU COSTELLO) - DOCUMENT SIGNED 09/17/1955 WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 177693Typed document signed by Lou Costello, Anne Costello, Pat Costello, Margaret Jane Costello, Helen Cristillo, and Marie Kirk, dated September 17, 1955. Family members transferring interests in Cosman Productions, Inc. to Lou Costello to settle a tax bill.
Price: $650.00
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ABBOTT & COSTELLO (LOU COSTELLO) - DOCUMENT SIGNED 10/24/1947 - HFSID 176143Document signed by Lou Costello, stating that the IRS can collect all earnings from the productions 'Buck Privates Come Home' and 'Wistful Widow of Wagon Gap'. Signed in ink on October 24, 1947, addressing Universal International Pictures, Inc.
Price: $650.00
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ABBOTT & COSTELLO (LOU COSTELLO) - DOCUMENT SIGNED 12/18/1953 - HFSID 177686Document signed "Lou Costello" as President of Cosman Productions, Inc. in 1953 with Bank of America for a $35,000 loan. Notations appear in lead pencil and black ink. Titled "Escrow Instructions/(Real Estate Transaction)", it details repayment terms.
Price: $750.00
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ABBOTT & COSTELLO (LOU COSTELLO) - DOCUMENT SIGNED CIRCA 1948 - HFSID 173125Document signed by Lou Costello, consisting of a blank 1948 IRS tax form titled "Declaration of Estimated Income Tax By Individuals/Form 1040-ES and Instructions". Costello's signature appears on two pages. The form is unfilled and reflects his tax issues later in life.
Price: $750.00
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BETTY L. ABBOTT - AUTOGRAPH RESUME SIGNED - HFSID 313016Resume signed by Betty L. Abbott, providing biographical details including birth date, education, and experience in stage and screen. Document originates from the archives of Theatre World and Screen World, showcasing her career in entertainment.
Sale Price $295.00
$360.00
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GEORGE F. ABBOTT - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 295733Card signed by George F. Abbott, the Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright, in black felt tip. Signature reads "George Abbott". Known as "Mr. Broadway", he was involved in over 120 productions throughout his career from 1912 to the late 1980s.
Price: $90.00
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GEORGE F. ABBOTT - AUTOGRAPH SENTIMENT SIGNED - HFSID 100997Autograph from George Abbott, the award-winning playwright, director, and producer, signed as "This is my autograph" on his personal stationery. Known as "Mr. Broadway," Abbott was a significant figure in theater history, winning multiple prestigious awards.
Price: $200.00
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GEORGE F. ABBOTT - FIRST DAY COVER SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 27234First Day Cover signed by ten prominent playwrights, including Arthur Laurents, Woody Allen, and Paddy Chayefsky, honoring Carl Sandburg. It is postmarked Galesburg, IL, January 6, 1978, with a 13-cent Sandburg stamp affixed.
Price: $300.00
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GEORGE F. ABBOTT - INSCRIBED SHEET MUSIC SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 180732Sheet music for Barefoot Boy with Cheek is inscribed and signed by George Abbott, stating, Best regards to Don Aelau/George Abbott. It includes music by Sidney Lippman and lyrics by Sylvia Dee, with an additional signature from an unknown person.
Sale Price $250.00
$320.00
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GEORGE F. ABBOTT - TYPED NOTE SIGNED - HFSID 37578Card signed by George Abbott, known as "Mr. Broadway." The autograph includes the text, "This is my autograph." Abbott was a notable playwright, director, and producer, winning a Pulitzer Prize and multiple Tony Awards throughout his extensive career.
Sale Price $105.00
$120.00
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JOHN ABBOTT - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 44384Photograph inscribed and signed by John Abbott, depicting him in character from the film Crosswinds. Signed with the inscription "To Gene/Good wishes/John Abbott". The photo serves as a promotional image for the film.
Price: $260.00
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JOHN ABBOTT - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH 1981 - HFSID 18962Photograph signed by English character actor John Abbott, featuring the inscription "with good/wishes/John Abbott/Hollywood/1981". Abbott, known for his quirky eccentric roles, appeared in London Blackout Murders and on Broadway in the 1940s and '50s.
Price: $300.00
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WALTER ABEL - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 317269Walter Abel autograph displays his signature, "Walter Abel", written in blue ink. Abel, an American actor known for roles in over 80 TV shows and films, is recognized for performances in The Three Musketeers and Holiday Inn.
Price: $140.00
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WALTER ABEL - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED - HFSID 18965Index card featuring a small b/w magazine photograph of Walter Abel, signed "To Tina/best/Walter Abel". Includes notations on the verso in blue ink. Abel was an American actor known for numerous TV shows and films, as well as Broadway appearances.
Sale Price $215.00
$260.00
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WALTER ABEL - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED - HFSID 49613Autograph note signed "To Ralph/best wishes/Walter Abel", affixed to an index card. Inscription includes "Abel, Walter/Feb. 22 '39/'Off to Buffalo". Walter Abel was an American actor known for numerous films and Broadway performances.
Price: $220.00
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WALTER ABEL - AUTOGRAPH RESUME SIGNED - HFSID 311247Resume signed by Walter Abel, an American actor known for his roles in over 80 TV shows and films, includes handwritten details on birth, education, and experience. This document is part of the archives of Theatre World and Screen World.
Price: $775.00
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WALTER ABEL - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 277864Photograph of Walter Abel, a young actor in a suit-and-tie, signed with the inscription "To [illegible]/Best Regards/Walter Abel". Abel had a notable career in film and theater, appearing in works like The Three Musketeers and Holiday Inn.
Price: $440.00
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WALTER ABEL - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 303976Photograph of Walter Abel shows the actor in a casual jacket, smoking a pipe. Signed with "Walter Abel." Abel was an American actor known for over 80 TV shows and films, including roles in The Three Musketeers and Holiday Inn.
Price: $480.00
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WALTER ABEL - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 306217Photograph of Walter Abel shows the actor from the chest up in black and white. It is signed in black ink with the inscription "Walter Abel". Abel is known for his extensive work in television, film, and Broadway.
Price: $525.00
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WALTER ABEL - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 343425Photograph signed by Walter Abel, inscribed with "With best wishes/Walter Abel". Abel, an American actor known for his stage and screen work, is depicted in a sepia tone image, showcasing his signature and best wishes.
Sale Price $445.00
$525.00
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WALTER ABEL - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 345426Movie still signed by Walter Abel in blue ink, reading "Dream Girl/ Walter Abel/ after hard days work". This still originates from Dream Girl (1948), where he portrayed George Allerton, showcasing his notable film career.
Price: $525.00
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WALTER ABEL - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH 11/1957 - HFSID 342303Photograph showing Walter Abel posing with cast mates in a still from Two in the Dark, signed in blue ink with the inscription, "Allen Hale missed/ this me,/ Walter Abel/ 11/57". Abel was an American actor known for numerous film and Broadway roles.
Sale Price $445.00
$525.00
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WILL B. ABLE - AUTOGRAPH RESUME SIGNED - HFSID 314196Resume signed by Will B. Able, including handwritten details about his date and place of birth, education, and experience in stage and screen. This document comes from the archives of Theatre World and Screen World.
Price: $200.00
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JOSS ACKLAND - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 143692Photograph signed by Joss Ackland, inscribed with "Best/Wishes/Joss/Ackland". Ackland, an English character actor known for his extensive film and stage career, appeared in over 130 films and numerous TV shows, including prominent roles in Evita and Peter Pan.
Sale Price $85.00
$100.00