THE MAMAS AND THE PAPAS: JOHN PHILLIPS, MICHELLE PHILLIPS, DENNIS DOHERTY and CASS ELLIOT and LOU ADLER The singing group The Mamas and the Papas sign a document terminating their contract with Lou Adler. Rare Partly Printed Document Signed: "John Phillips", "Michelle Phillips", "Dennis Doherty", "Cass Elliot" and "Lou Adler", 2p, 8½x10½, separate sheets. No place, 1967 September 27.To Lou Adler, who has signed under "Agreed to and Accepted". In part: "We have requested that you terminate your contract with Dunhill Records, Inc., pursuant to which you act as our Producer in connection with the making of phonograph records for Dunhill Records, Inc. In consideration of your doing so, and in consideration of your rendering services as our Producer in the future, we agree as follows: We hereby engage your nonexclusive services as a producer and as an independent contractor to supervise, direct and produce our recording sessions, up to the point of delivery of finished tapes....
THE MAMAS AND THE PAPAS: JOHN PHILLIPS, MICHELLE PHILLIPS, DENNIS DOHERTY and CASS ELLIOT The Mamas and Papas sign a document to Dunhill Records, Inc., Trousdale Music Publishers, Inc. and Wingate Music Corp. Rare Typed Document Signed: "John Phillips", "Michelle Gilliam Phillips", "Cass Elliot" and "Dennis Doherty", 3p, 8½x11, separate sheets. No place, 1967 September 28. In letter form to Dunhill Records, Inc., Trousdale Music Publishers, Inc. and Wingate Music Corp. A listing of seven points to confirm the "understanding and agreement between you and the undersigned....". In part: "Trousdale agrees to cancel as of October 1, 1966 the 10% collection charge which was deducted in the computation of our writers' royalties for the last half of 1966...We acknowledge and agree that mechanical royalties are payable by Dunhill and its parent and affiliated companies to Trousdale and Wingate on 90% of gross sales and that writers' royalties are payable by Trousdale and Wingate on the same 90% basis...You and we hereby acknowledge that the sum of $13,330 was expended for re-mastering and reprinting slicks and labels in connection with the replacement of Jill Gibson....
TOM MARSON and FRANK SINATRA Oversized color photograph of Sinatra with his arm around alleged mob boss Tom Marson, signed by both and inscribed by Marson. Large Photograph inscribed and signed: "To Papa Frank/Love & Best/wishes/Tom Marson" and "Frank Sinatra". Color, 16x20. It is said that this photograph was given to a close friend of 30 years, Vincent Albanese. It was taken at about the same time as the famous 1976 photograph of Sinatra and several Mafia chieftains taken backstage at the Westchester Premier Theatre. That photograph pictured Sinatra with his arms around Marson and Gregory DePalma. Also pictured were Paul Castellano, Carlo Gambino, Joseph Gambino, Aladena Fratianno, Salvatore Spatola and Richard Fusco. Sinatra's connection to the mafia is documented in Kitty Kelley's His Way. Tom Marson was one of the upper echelon members of the Cosa Nostra and connected to Carlo and Joe Gambino. Truly, a conversation piece! Minor surface creases across entire photograph. Otherwise, fine condition. Framed to an overall size of 27x37. 
THE MAMAS AND THE PAPAS: JOHN PHILLIPS, MICHELLE PHILLIPS, DENNIS DOHERTY and CASS ELLIOT The Mamas and Papas sign a document requesting that the royalties from Dunhill Records, Inc. be paid. Rare Typed Document Signed: "John Phillips", "Michelle Phillips", "Cass Elliot" and "Dennis Doherty", 1p, 8½x11. No place, 1967 September 26.To Dunhill Records, Beverly Hills.In full: "The undersigned hereby irrevocably instruct and direct you to pay a sum equal to twenty (20%) per cent of any and all royalties payable to us from Dunhill Records, Inc., attributable to the sale of records embodying our performances on master recordings produced by Lou Adler, to Mr. Lou Adler at 800 Stone Canyon Road, Los Angeles, California 90024. All recording costs are to be borne solely by us." Adler's name and address are crossed out in black pen, most probably before this document was sold to a collector/dealer. The day after this contract, Adler resigned from Dunhill Records and was hired by The Mamas and the Papas to be their producer and as an independent contractor to supervise, direct and produce their recording sessions.
THE BIG BOPPER: JILES PERRY RICHARDSON, JR. The Big Bopper transfers his 'Big Love' rights, displayed with an ultra-rare first press version of 'Chantilly Lace'. Document signed "J. P. Richardson", two pages, 8½ x 13¾, December 11, 1958. Agreement between Richardson and the Big Bopper Music Company for the transfer of the rights, titles, and interest to the unpublished original song 'Big Love.' Richardson will receive three cents per copy of regular piano copies or orchestration sold in the US, 50% of the licensing, 50% of the record sales in the US and Canada, and 50% earned for public performances. Jiles Perry Richardson (1930-1959) was a Texas disc jockey who called himself "The Big Bopper" after the latest dance craze, the bop. His song, "Chantilly Lace", which he wrote and sang, reached the "Top Ten" in 1958. In January 1959, The Big Bopper was booked on the Winter Dance Party tour that would cover most of the Midwest. The tour included such headliners as Buddy Holly, Dion and the Belmonts, Waylon Jennings and Ritchie Valens.
THE MAMAS AND PAPAS Promissory note in the amount of $20,000 signed by all four members. Promissory note signed “J. Phillips”, “Michelle Phillips”, “Dennis Doherty” and “Cass Elliot”. 1p, 8x9. No place, December 1, 1966. In part: “FOR VALUE RECEIVED, the undersigned do severally and jointly promise to pay to Dunhill Records Ltd., or order, at the office of Dunhill Records Ltd. At 1330 Avenue of the Americas, New York, New York, 10019, or at such other place as may be designated in writing by the holder of this note, the principal sum of Twenty Thousand ($20,000.) Dollars together with interest on the principal sum accruing from the date hereof at the rate of six (6%) percent per annum, said payment to be made on demand provided that no demand shall be made prior to May 31, 1967.” The Mamas and the Papas, who were formed in New York in 1964 and disbanded in 1972, created a Grammy Award-winning hit, "Monday, Monday" (1966). Their other hits included "California Dreamin'" and "Dedicated to the One I Love".
J.P. RICHARDSON [THE BIG BOPPER] Scarce photograph of the 1950s Rock 'N' Roller Rare Photograph inscribed and signed: "To / Reg - / Thanks / for the wonderful / hospitality / Big / Bopper". B/w, 6¾ x 8½. Publicity photograph by Van Dyck Studio, Beaumont (imprint at lower left edge). Ink lightly beaded (completely legible). Minor surface creases (most not evident head on) at background. Fine condition. Framed, not by the Gallery of History: 15¼x17¾. Not reviewed by us for conservation integrity. Mat has separated from frame, resulting in the photograph not being flush with glass. Frame is scratched and chipped, backing paper is torn at upper portion. "As is" framing. Jiles Perry Richardson (1930-1959) was a Texas disc jockey who called himself "The Big Bopper" after the latest dance craze, the bop. His song, "Chantilly Lace", which he wrote and sang, reached the "Top Ten" in 1958. In January 1959, The Big Bopper was booked on the Winter Dance Party tour that would cover most of the Midwest.
THE BIG BOPPER: JILES PERRY RICHARDSON, JR. Working Manuscript for his song "Walking Thru My Dreams" which was released immediately after his death. Autograph Manuscript, not signed, 1p, 8x10½. Original working manuscript of his song "Walking Thru My Dreams".The song was released immediately after his death in a plane crashnear Mason City, Iowa on February 3, 1959. The crash also killed Buddy Holly and Ritchie Valens. In full with misspellings: "Walking thru my Dreams/When I close my eyes/I cant fall a sleep/keep tossin & a turnin tumbling/a talking & a mumblin'/What to do/I start countin sheep/& end up countin kisses/Its you I always see/I want you close to me/keep dreaming about you/Walking thru my dreams/I see your lovely face/walking thru my dreams each nite/Walkin thru every place/but I only love you in my dreams & that/aint right./But who knows somday, dreams came/true it seems/So there in slumber land, I know ill hold/your hand/& we'll go walkin thru my dreams." This song was released on the flip side of the ballad "Someone Watching Over You".
THE MAMAS AND THE PAPAS: JOHN PHILLIPS, MICHELLE PHILLIPS, DENNIS DOHERTY and CASS ELLIOT The Mamas and the Papas sign a document amending their agreement with Trousdale Music Publishers, Inc. Rare Typed Document Signed: "John Phillips", "Michelle Phillips", "Cass Elliot" and "Dennis Doherty", 1p, 8½x11. No place, 1967 August 17.To the Grammy Award-winning duo in letter form from Trousdale Music Publishers, Inc. Amendment to their Agreement of October 4, 1965 (updated on April 28, 1966). In part: "Trousdale Music Publishers, Inc. shall have the right to assign to Wingate Music Corp., all rights acquired by it pursuant to the terms of the Agreement including, without limitation the songwriting services of any or all of you and any copyrights acquired thereunder...." Also signed: "Larry Newton" as President of Trousdale Music Publishers, Inc.The Mamas and the Papas, who were formed in New York in 1964 and disbanded in 1972, had already had a Grammy Award-winning hit, "Monday, Monday" (1966), by the time they signed this document. Their other hits included "California Dreamin'" and "Dedicated to the One I Love".
THE CARPENTERS: KAREN and RICHARD The sister and brother singing duo sign the inside sleeve from their fourth album “A Song For You”. Record Sleeve signed: "Richard/Carpenter", "Karen Carpenter", 11½ x 10. Signed in blue ink by their images on the sleeve. The Grammy Award-winning brother and sister duo garnered six platinum and two gold albums and ten gold records after being signed by Herb Alpert of A&M Records on April 22, 1969. Their hit songs include "Close To You" (1970), "We've Only Just Begun" (1970) and "Top of the World" (1973). KAREN CARPENTER (1950-1983) died of heart failure from anorexia nervosa at the age of 32. RICHARD CARPENTER (b. 1946) released his debut solo album, Time, in 1987. Minor surface creasing. Fine condition. Album cover viewable from back of frame. Framed to an overall size of 30¼ x 28. Minor wearing at frame corners. Pop Music | Other
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1910 FRUITGUM COMPANY (RUSTY OPPENHEIMER) - COLLECTION WITH 1910 FRUITGUM COMPANY (CHUCK TRAVIS), 1910 FRUITGUM COMPANY (MARK GUTKOWSKI), 1910 FRUITGUM COMPANY (BRUCE SHAY), 1910 FRUITGUM COMPANY (LARRY RIPLEY) - HFSID 318444Collection of the bubble-gum pop band including the signed autograph notes of 5 band members; Rusty Oppenheimer, Chuck Travis, Mark Gutkowski, Bruce Shay and Larry Ripley. 5 pieces total in the collection.Sale Price $288.00
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EDIE ADAMS - COLLECTION - HFSID 284361EDIE ADAMS Black dress and black ostrich-feather fan worn by singer and actress Edie Adams, accompanied by a copy of her autobiography. All are from the estate of Ernie Kovacs and Edie Adams. Collection composed of: 1) Costume unsigned. Black chiffon dress with satin ribbon skirt and sleeve cuffs, silver rhinestones and zippered back.
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EDIE ADAMS - COLLECTION - HFSID 284362Elegant floor length, mink-trimmed cape, worn by her during a 1957 Las Vegas show at the newly opened Tropicana, accompanied by a photo of her wearing the cape and by a copy of her autobiography. All three items were obtained from the estate of the late Ernie Kovacs and Edie Adams
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EDIE ADAMS - COLLECTION - HFSID 284359Collection of items from the Ernie Kovacs/Edie Adams estate: a costume she wore to impersonate Marlene Dietrich in a Las Vegas show; a copy of her autobiography; and a photo of her in the Dietrich costumeTop hat, cummerbund and shorts worn by her while impersonating Marlene Dietrich in a 1957 Las Vegas show, obtained from the estate of the late Ernie Kovacs and Edie Adams
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EDIE ADAMS - DRESS UNSIGNED - HFSID 282736EDIE ADAMS Cream colored twill dress designed by James Galanos, obtained from the estate of the late Ernie Kovacs and his recently deceased widow, Edie Adams Dress, unsigned. A heavy, cream-colored twill street length dress, the front placket covering the four hooks and six covered snap closure.
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EDIE ADAMS - DRESS UNSIGNED - HFSID 282737EDIE ADAMS Brown knit dress by film costume designers Aghayan and Mackie, obtained from the estate of the late Ernie Kovacs and his recently deceased widow, Edie Adams Dress, unsigned. Brown knit dress with straight sheath design, interrupted only by darts at the bust. High neckline and long sleeves, finished at the cuff with three self-covered ball buttons and loops.
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EDIE ADAMS - DRESS UNSIGNED - HFSID 282738EDIE ADAMS Floor-length, long-sleeved gown designed by James Galanos, obtained from the estate of the late Ernie Kovacs and his recently deceased widow, Edie Adams Dress, unsigned. A floor-length, long-sleeved gown in a cream ribbed weave, princess seams giving shape to the dress with embroidered flowers in cream, outlined in black.
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EDIE ADAMS - DRESS UNSIGNED - HFSID 282739EDIE ADAMS Form fitting shift designed by James Galanos, obtained from the estate of the late Ernie Kovacs and his recently deceased widow, Edie Adams Dress, unsigned. A brown, form-fitting shift, the label terminating in placket with two large woven leather buttons, zipper closure at back center.
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EDIE ADAMS - DRESS UNSIGNED - HFSID 282740EDIE ADAMS Dark green crepe de chine dress designed by James Galanos, obtained from the estate of the late Ernie Kovacs and his recently deceased widow, Edie Adams Dress, unsigned. A dark green wool crepe de chine dress with princess seams masking pockets in front and the zipper to the back.
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EDIE ADAMS - DRESS UNSIGNED - HFSID 282742EDIE ADAMS Emerald green wool knit dress designed by James Galanos, obtained from the estate of the late Ernie Kovacs and his recently deceased widow, Edie Adams Dress, unsigned. A heavy, emerald green wool knit, in an A-line design with a double pleat at center waist and turnover collar.
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EDIE ADAMS - DRESS UNSIGNED - HFSID 282744EDIE ADAMS Black wool V-neck gown designed by James Galanos, obtained from the estate of the late Ernie Kovacs and his recently deceased widow, Edie Adams Dress, unsigned. A heavy, wool crepe V-neck, straight skirted, chiffon lined, floor length gown. Top stitched belt with gold grommets that wraps across the low cut back, secured with hook and snap.
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EDIE ADAMS - DRESS UNSIGNED - HFSID 282745EDIE ADAMS Black wool crepe scooped-neck gown designed by James Galanos, obtained from the estate of the late Ernie Kovacs and his recently deceased widow, Edie Adams Dress, unsigned. A wool crepe scooped-neck gown lined in chiffon, with spaghetti straps. Chiffon inset circling the torso at the midriff, leading to a slightly gathered skirt with a pocket in the right seam.
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EDIE ADAMS - DRESS UNSIGNED - HFSID 282746EDIE ADAMS Black textured wool scooped-neck gown lined in charmeuse, designed by James Galanos, obtained from the estate of the late Ernie Kovacs and his recently deceased widow, Edie Adams Dress, unsigned. A scooped-nick black gown in a textured wool knit, lined in charmeuse with decorative cut-out under the bust, revealing a wool felted inset.
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EDIE ADAMS - DRESS UNSIGNED - HFSID 282747EDIE ADAMS Cream-colored, long-sleeved, calf length dress designed by James Galanos, obtained from the estate of the late Ernie Kovacs and his recently deceased widow, Edie Adams, who wore it. Dress, unsigned. Meticulously top stitched, cream-colored,
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EDIE ADAMS - DRESS UNSIGNED - HFSID 282748EDIE ADAMS Floor length, black wool coat designed by James Galanos, obtained from the estate of the late Ernie Kovacs and his recently deceased widow, Edie Adams, who wore it. Dress, unsigned. Floor length cat in napped black wool, circa 1975. Straight design with two seam pockets and four buttons secured by loops to the underside of the front panel.
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EDIE ADAMS - DRESS UNSIGNED - HFSID 282793EDIE ADAMS Elegant Mainbocher gown, obtained from the estate of the late Ernie Kovacs and his recently deceased widow, Edie Adams, who wore it. Dress, unsigned. Mainbocher gown, belted design with fitted bodice, hanging sleeves and gathered skirt in a black satin weave with hig scooped neck line in front and low scoop to the back.
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EDIE ADAMS - DRESS UNSIGNED - HFSID 282794EDIE ADAMS Elegant aquamarine Mainbocher gown, obtained from the estate of the late Ernie Kovacs and his recently deceased widow, Edie Adams, who wore it. Dress, unsigned. Pale aquamarine crepe de chine, crossed bodice, V-backed A-line gown, flaring to the ground from the fitted torso with two 4" pleats at the back, a side zipper opening to full lining and secondary bodice lining.
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EDIE ADAMS - DRESS UNSIGNED - HFSID 282795EDIE ADAMS Pale yellow Mainbocher gown, obtained from the estate of the late Ernie Kovacs and his recently deceased widow, Edie Adams, who wore it. Dress, unsigned. Mainbocher gown, Pale yellow crepe de chine A-line design with a wrap skirt and bateau neck, slightly gathered at the right shoulder and finished with a narrow belt and faux rhinestone bucke secured with hook & eye.
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PETE ALLMAN - PRESS KIT SIGNED - HFSID 89407PETE ALLMAN Press kit titled A Bit of Allman Joy, promoting his Las Vegas debut at the Fremont Hotel Carnival Lounge. Press Kit signed: "Pete Allman" inside the press kit, 2 pages, 9x12. Press kit titled A Bit of Allman Joy, promoting his Las Vegas debut at the Fremont Hotel Carnival Lounge.
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FRANKIE AVALON - MAGAZINE ADVERTISEMENT SIGNED CIRCA 1971 - HFSID 24651FRANKIE AVALON Frankie Avalon signs an advertisement for his appearance at the Multnomah County Exposition Center October 28-31, 1971. Advertisement signed: "All the Best/Frankie Avalon", 6¼x7 attached to 6¾x9¼ album leaf.
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BURT BACHARACH - COMMEMORATIVE COVER SIGNED - HFSID 27129BURT BACHARACH Burt Bacharach signs a philatelic envelope for the 80th anniversary of Rehovot. Philatelic Envelope signed: "Burt Bacharach", 7x4. First Day Cover on the 80th anniversary of Rehovot, postmarked June 5, 1970, purple Israeli stamp affixed, FIRST DAY OF ISSUE.
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CHERYL BAKER - ADVERTISEMENT SIGNED - HFSID 324482CHERYL BAKER The famed singer signs promotional flyer for her playAnybody for Murder in blue ink Advertisement signed: "Cheryl Baker" in blue ink. 6x8¼ promotional flyer for Baker's play Anybody for Murder (2002) at White Rock Theatre in Hastings, England. Cheryl Baker (b.
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CLIVE BALDWIN - ADVERTISEMENT SIGNED - HFSID 324457CLIVE BALDWIN The popular Al Jolson impersonator signs flyer form his 1999 show in black ink Advertisement signed: "with Love/ Clive Baldwin" in black ink. 6x8¼ promotional flyer for Baldwin's show "The World's Greatest Minstrel: Sings Jolson Again", with biography on verso. Clive Baldwin(b.
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BARRON KNIGHTS - ADVERTISEMENT SIGNED CO-SIGNED BY: BARRON KNIGHTS (MICKEY GROOME), BARRON KNIGHTS (LLOYD COURTENAY), BARRON KNIGHTS (LEN CRAWLEY), BARRON KNIGHTS (PETER LANGFORD) - HFSID 324414BARRON KNIGHTS All four members of the pop group Barron Knights sign this advertisement for their performance, "Bop 'Til We Drop" Advertisement signed: "Lloyd", "Len", "Mickey", and, "Peter" and in black ink, 5½x8¼.
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THE BELLAMY BROTHERS - ADVERTISEMENT SIGNED CO-SIGNED BY: THE BELLAMY BROTHERS (DAVID BELLAMY), THE BELLAMY BROTHERS (HOWARD BELLAMY) - HFSID 180792THE BELLAMY BROTHERS: DAVID BELLAMY and HOWARD BELLAMY The country music duo co-signed this Country Gold trading card in gold felt tip Trading Card Signed: "Howard Bellamy" and "David Bellamy". 2½x3. Color borders around a b/w image.
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THE BELLAMY BROTHERS - INSCRIBED ADVERTISEMENT SIGNED CO-SIGNED BY: THE BELLAMY BROTHERS (DAVID BELLAMY), THE BELLAMY BROTHERS (HOWARD BELLAMY) - HFSID 183758This full color advertisement photograph is signed by the country music stars who first became stars when their single “Let Your Love Flow” rocketed to the top of the charts
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IRVING BERLIN - STAMP(S) SIGNED - HFSID 202402IRVING BERLIN America's greatest songwriter. Plate block of four 4-cent U.S. stamps honoring the 150th anniversary of Louisiana statehood signed: "Irving Berlin". The Louisiana stamp, issued on April 30, 1962, pictures a Mississippi Riverboat.
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ACKER BILK - ADVERTISEMENT SIGNED - HFSID 324385ACKER BILK The English clarinetist signs a colorful advertisement for The Burton Ale 1993 Jazz Tour Advertisement Signed: "Cheers! Acker Bilk", in blue ink, 5¾x8¾. English clarinetist and vocalist Acker Bilk
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ZOE BIRKETT - ADVERTISEMENT SIGNED - HFSID 324434ZOE BIRKETT The English pop idol signs an advertisement for Beauty and The Beast at the Darlington Civic Theatre. Advertisement signed: "Keep smiling! [drawn smiley face] love Zoe/xx", in blue ink on affixed adhesive tape, 5¾x8½ (2 surfaces).
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CLINT BLACK - ARTICLE SIGNED CO-SIGNED BY: LISA HARTMAN - HFSID 298215CLINT BLACK and LISA HARTMAN Signatures of the country music couple on a fan newsletter Article signed: "Clint Black", "Lisa Hartman Black", 4 pages, 11x15. Signed on the front cover of The Killin' Times: a Newspaper for Fans, Winter 1999. In 1989, CLINT BLACK (b.
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