Autographs from people credited in 1944 Song of the Open Road
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SIG ARNO - AUTOGRAPH DOCUMENT SIGNED IN TEXT - HFSID 300743Handwritten resume signed by the actor, detailing personal information such as date and place of birth, education, and professional experience. Document is printed on a biographical form, part of the archives of Theatre World and Screen World.Sale Price $295.00
$360.00
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SIG ARNO - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 315534Photograph of Sig Arno, a candid image from his later years, is inscribed and signed: "To/Francis/Good luck/[self-caricature incorporated into signature]Sig Arno", using black felt tip. Acquired from the collection of Francis and Violet Zane.
Sale Price $245.00
$300.00
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EDGAR BERGEN - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 147Card signed by Edgar Bergen in black ink, including a 2x1½ photograph of Bergen and his dummy Charlie McCarthy. The card contains a typed note at the upper right. Bergen was a prominent ventriloquist known for his radio and television performances.
Sale Price $85.00
$100.00
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EDGAR BERGEN - AUTOGRAPH WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 426Signature: "Edgar Bergen/&/Charlie McCarthy" on a piece of paper, showcasing both the ventriloquist and his dummy. Edgar Bergen, active from 1936 to 1956, signed McCarthy's name, highlighting their partnership in radio entertainment.
Price: $100.00
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EDGAR BERGEN - AUTOGRAPH WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 46587Album leaf signed in blue ink by Edgar Bergen and Charlie McCarthy, with the inscription "Edgar Bergen/and/Charlie". Bergen and McCarthy gained fame on radio from 1936 to 1956. Bergen humorously incorporates McCarthy's persona in the signature.
Price: $140.00
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EDGAR BERGEN - AUTOGRAPH WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 143571Album leaf signed by Edgar Bergen, Charlie McCarthy, and Cedric Hardwicke. Bergen signs as "Edgar Bergen/Charlie," while Hardwicke adds "Good Luck/Cedric Hardwicke" on the verso. Bergen and McCarthy were popular ventriloquist acts from 1937-1956.
Sale Price $150.00
$180.00
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EDGAR BERGEN - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED CHECK 01/17/1967 - HFSID 83380Check signed by Edgar Bergen on January 17, 1967, for $101.50 to Hunter and White. Signed "Edgar Bergen", drawn on his personal account at Security First National Bank, Los Angeles. Bergen starred in Don't Make Waves that year.
Price: $180.00
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EDGAR BERGEN - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED CHECK 05/31/1966 - HFSID 278539Check signed by Edgar Bergen in blue ink, made out to Rose Bertold for $289.12 on May 31, 1966. Manuscript notes indicate it is a salary check. Drawn from Bergen's special account at the Sunset-Wetherly branch of Bank of America.
Price: $320.00
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EDGAR BERGEN - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED CHECK 12/08/1965 - HFSID 272761Check signed by Edgar Bergen for $18.97 payable to Alta-Dena Dairy, dated December 8, 1965. Accompanied by an unsigned black and white photograph of Bergen. Check has bank cancellation holes and stamped endorsement on the verso.
Sale Price $150.00
$180.00
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EDGAR BERGEN - CONTRACT DOUBLE SIGNED 06/26/1947 - HFSID 76533Contract documenting Edgar Bergen's agreement to appear in I Remember Mama, signed with his name and initials. Dated June 26, 1947, this carbon typed document consists of two pages, detailing his role for RKO Radio Pictures, Inc.
Price: $575.00
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EDGAR BERGEN - CONTRACT SIGNED - HFSID 319868Contract signed by Edgar Bergen, dated October 23, 1931. This agreement involves a performance in Long Beach, California, for one week at a rate of $265.00, detailing Bergen's engagement with Radio-Keith-Orpheum Western Vaudeville Exchange.
Sale Price $385.00
$460.00
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EDGAR BERGEN - CONTRACT SIGNED 08/24/1961 - HFSID 322857Contract for Edgar Bergen's appearance at the B & B Club in Indianapolis, signed "Edgar Bergen" in blue ink. Stipulating a rate of $4,500 per week plus a 2/6 pro rate, it is sourced from the William Morris Agency.
Price: $460.00
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EDGAR BERGEN - CONTRACT SIGNED 09/18/1943 - HFSID 322856Contract for Edgar Bergen's appearance on an untitled RCA radio program, signed "Edgar Bergen" in blue ink on September 18, 1943. The contract details a payment of $1,000 for his performance, highlighting Bergen's success with his ventriloquist act.
Sale Price $385.00
$460.00
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EDGAR BERGEN - CURRENCY SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 67972Souvenir currency depicts Charlie McCarthy and is signed by Edgar Bergen and Frances Bergen. It features various slogans and facsimile signatures. Edgar Bergen was a notable ventriloquist and radio star, while Frances had roles in film and television productions.
Price: $220.00
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EDGAR BERGEN - DOCUMENT DOUBLE SIGNED 09/30/1946 - HFSID 289259Consent form signed twice by Edgar Bergen, authorizing the Motion Picture Relief Fund to reproduce his signature and likeness for fundraising stamps. Dated September 30, 1946, the document includes detailed terms regarding the use of his name and likeness.
Price: $900.00
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EDGAR BERGEN - DOCUMENT SIGNED 08/21/1964 - HFSID 169178Document signed by Edgar Bergen authorizes the William Morris Agency, Inc. to accept delivery of "all such checks and/or sums of money" from 20th Century Fox. Dated August 21, 1964, it remains effective until revoked.
Price: $360.00
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EDGAR BERGEN - INSCRIBED SIGNATURE WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 590Signed blue paper features inscribed signatures from Edgar Bergen, Charlie McCarthy, and Ilka Chase. The inscription reads, "To Elizabeth/Edgar Bergen/and/Charlie" with Chase's name on the verso. Bergen and McCarthy were prominent figures in entertainment history.
Price: $120.00
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EDGAR BERGEN - MEAL TICKET SIGNED - HFSID 272792Meal ticket signed by Edgar Bergen in pencil as Member, dated April 13, from Eldorado Country Club. The ticket, filled out in pencil, records an order for two dinners costing $20. Bergen, a famous ventriloquist, is noted for his performances with Charlie McCarthy.
Sale Price $165.00
$200.00
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EDGAR BERGEN - MEAL TICKET SIGNED - HFSID 342439Meal ticket signed by Edgar Bergen in pencil on the verso, marked as "Edgar Bergen" as Member. Issued by Thunderbird Country Club in Palm Springs, California, with check number 25919. Bergen was a prominent ventriloquist known for his work with Charlie McCarthy.
Price: $200.00
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REGINALD DENNY - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 100138Autograph note signed by Reginald Denny and Luise Rainer, addressed to fans. Denny writes, “To Mary/from/Sincerely Yours/Reginald Denny,” while Rainer writes, “To Marie/Luise Rainer” on the verso, showcasing both actors' signatures.
Sale Price $150.00
$180.00
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REGINALD DENNY - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 279641Photograph inscribed and signed: "To Geo. Behrendt/with best wishes from/Reginald Denny". This vintage image showcases British actor Reginald Denny, known for his roles in various films and television series, including Batman.
Sale Price $325.00
$400.00
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REGINALD DENNY - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 323672Signed still from the film Anna Karenina depicts Reginald Denny with Greta Garbo and Fredric March. Inscribed photograph signed: "To Harry M Wilkinson/from/Sincerely yours/Reginald Denny" in black ink. Denny was a British actor known for his work in film and television.
Price: $280.00
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W. C. FIELDS - AUTOGRAPH WITH CO-SIGNERS - HFSID 42834Album leaf featuring signatures of W. C. Fields and Hugh Herbert on opposite sides, with attached newspaper photographs of each. Fields, a vaudeville and film comedian, and Herbert, known for his flustered characters, both contributed to early entertainment.
Price: $425.00
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W. C. FIELDS - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 179355Letter signed by W. C. Fields as "The great man/Continental Claude", addressed to his mistress Carlotta Monti in New York, discussing mutual acquaintances and personal matters. Includes original envelope postmarked December 27, 1939.
Sale Price $1,350.00
$1,600.00
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W. C. FIELDS - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 265175W.C. Fields autograph letter signed as "Willie", dated October 15, 1939, addresses Jane Fowler, expressing humorous thoughts and anecdotes. The letter includes a critique of her surname spelling. Original envelope included, light creasing noted.
Price: $1,600.00
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W. C. FIELDS - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 283831Autograph letter signed by W. C. Fields as "Continental Claude", addressed to his mistress Carlotta Monti. Fields discusses war and personal matters, expressing his views on Hitler. The letter consists of three pages, highlighting intimate correspondence.
Sale Price $1,350.00
$1,600.00
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W. C. FIELDS - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 289990Letter from W. C. Fields to his mistress Carlotta, criticizing New York weather and music lovers while referring to his film as "an abortion." Signed as "The Great Man", it includes an original mailing envelope with his return address.
Price: $3,500.00
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W. C. FIELDS - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 01/11/1939 - HFSID 290554Handwritten letter to Carlotta Monti, signed as "The Great Man", dated January 11, 1939. Fields displays his characteristic wit, humorously commenting on Monti's voice. The letter provides insight into their relationship and his life as a performer.
Price: $1,400.00
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W. C. FIELDS - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 285844Oversize photograph inscribed and signed: "To Mrs Arthur 'Vivian'/Daniels with/sincere appreciation/and best wishes/Bill Fields". Taken by Hal Phyfe, the image captures W. C. Fields, a notable American comedian and actor.
Price: $2,400.00
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W. C. FIELDS - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 182483Photograph inscribed and signed by W.C. Fields: “To Good Earth Bob. Best wishes W.C. Fields”. Circa 1930s, the item showcases the American comedian known for his roles in David Copperfield, My Little Chickadee, and The Bank Dick.
Price: $1,750.00
