Ray Bolger Autographs, Memorabilia & Collectibles
RAY BOLGER
Born: January 10, 1904 in Dorchester, Massachusetts
Died: January 15, 1987 in Los Angeles, California
Dancer and actor Ray Bolger (1904-1987) began his dancing career on vaudeville and then moved to Broadway in 1930s musicals such as On Your Toes. His best-remembered stage role was a starring one in Where's Charley?(1948), a role he reprised in the film version (1952). Bolger will always be remembered and loved as the Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz (1939). After hosting his own TV variety show in the early 1950s, he was a frequent and popular guest on TV shows through the 1970s. Byron Palmer (1920-2009) was an American film and stage actor and singer. After his performance as the second lead in Where's Charley? He began his film career in Tonight We Sing? (1953). Some of his other films include Man in the Attic (1953), Ma and Pa Kettle at Waikiki (1955) and Glory (1956). In 1955 he began a television career alongside Joan Weldon in This Is Your Music a syndicated musical program with the pair performing America's best loved songs.
1958-The-Big-Record (in person), 1978-ABC's-Silver-Anniversary-Celebration (in person), 1962-Here's-Hollywood (in person), 1958-1959-General-Electric-Theater (Performer), 1955-MGM-Parade (Sound), 2009-Johnny-Mercer:-The-Dream's-on-Me (Other), 2009-To-Oz!-The-Making-of-a-Classic (Other), 1985-The-Walt-Disney-Comedy-and-Magic-Revue (Other), 1955-MGM-Parade (Other), 1949-Make-Mine-Laughs (Other), 1994-That's-Entertainment!-III (Other), 1969-Walt-Disney's-Wonderful-World-of-Color (Other), 1961-The-Bell-Telephone-Hour (Sound), 2008-The-O'Reilly-Factor (Other), 1978-1982-Fantasy-Island (Performer), 1981-Aloha-Paradise (Performer), 1979-Just-You-and-Me,-Kid (Performer), 1978-1979-Little-House-on-the-Prairie (Performer), 1978-Three-on-a-Date (Performer), 1970-1972-The-Partridge-Family (Performer), 1971-Nanny-and-the-Professor (Performer), 1953-1955-Where's-Raymond (Performer), 1949-Look-for-the-Silver-Lining (Performer), 1942-Four-Jacks-and-a-Jill (Performer), 1941-Sunny (Performer), 1939-The-Wizard-of-Oz (Performer), 1984-The-56th-Annual-Academy-Awards (in person), 1979-Good-Morning-America (in person), 1979-The-51st-Annual-Academy-Awards (in person), 1963-1967-Password-All-Stars (in person), 1959-Sunday-Showcase (in person), 1958-1959-The-Dinah-Shore-Chevy-Show (in person), 1954-A-Star-Is-Born-World-Premiere (in person), 1938-Electrical-Power (in person), 1984-Diff'rent-Strokes (Performer), 1979-Battlestar-Galactica (Performer), 1979-Heaven-Only-Knows (Performer), 1978-Baretta (Performer), 1966-The-Jean-Arthur-Show (Performer), 1962-The-Red-Skelton-Hour (Performer), 1952-Where's-Charley (Performer), 1946-The-Harvey-Girls (Performer), 1926-Carrie-of-the-Chorus:-The-Berth-Mark (Performer), 1985-That's-Dancing! (in person), 1985-The-Whimsical-World-of-Oz (in person), 1963-1976-The-Tonight-Show-Starring-Johnny-Carson (in person), 1975-The-29th-Annual-Tony-Awards (in person), 1975-At-Long-Last-Cole (in person), 1956-1961-What's-My-Line (in person), 1943-Stage-Door-Canteen (in person), 2009-The-Yellow-Brick-Road-and-Beyond (Other), 2001-Life-with-Judy-Garland:-Me-and-My-Shadows (Sound), 1992-Legends-of-the-West (Other), 2000-The-Legend-Floyd:-The-Dark-Side-of-the-Rainbow (Other), 2001-Hildegarde (Sound), 1956-Ford-Star-Jubilee (Other), 2008-Hollywood-Singing-and-Dancing:-A-Musical-Treasure (Other), 2005-The-Art-of-Imagination:-A-Tribute-to-Oz (Other), 1970-The-Hollywood-Palace (Other), 1961-The-DuPont-Show-of-the-Week (Other), 2005-Because-of-the-Wonderful-Things-It-Does:-The-Legacy-of-Oz (Other), 1974-That's-Entertainment! (Sound), 1958-Val-Parnell's-Sunday-Night-at-the-London-Palladium (in person), 2005-Biography (Other), 1974-That's-Entertainment! (Other), 1970-The-Partridge-Family (Sound), 1983-Peter-and-the-Magic-Egg (Performer), 1976-Captains-and-the-Kings (Performer), 1976-The-Entertainer (Performer), 1966-The-Daydreamer (Performer), 1938-The-Girl-of-the-Golden-West (Performer), 1977-Tomorrow-Coast-to-Coast (in person), 1976-The-48th-Annual-Academy-Awards (in person), 1971-The-Mike-Douglas-Show (in person), 1968-The-Joey-Bishop-Show (in person), 1965-1967-The-Hollywood-Palace (in person), 1966-The-Dean-Martin-Comedy-Hour (in person), 1966-The-Match-Game (in person), 1960-1966-The-Bell-Telephone-Hour (in person), 1963-The-Christophers (in person), 1961-Walt-Disney's-Wonderful-World-of-Color (in person), 1961-The-15th-Annual-Tony-Awards (in person), 1960-Celebrity-Golf (in person), 1957-The-George-Gobel-Show (in person), 2004-Broadway:-The-American-Musical (Other), 1997-American-Masters (Other), 2010-A-Star-Is-Born:-Special-Features (Other), 2009-The-Tonight-Show-with-Conan-O'Brien (Other), 1998-Quest-for-Camelot-Sing-Alongs (Sound), 1954-The-Milton-Berle-Show (in person), 1939-Houston-Post-Contest-Winners-Arrive-in-Los-Angeles (in person), 2008-The-Age-of-Believing:-The-Disney-Live-Action-Classics (Other), 2006-Boffo!-Tinseltown's-Bombs-and-Blockbusters (Other), 1953-1954-Where's-Raymond (Sound), 2004-Remembering-'Battlestar-Galactica' (Other), 1990-The-Wonderful-Wizard-of-Oz:-50-Years-of-Magic (Other), 1979-The-Runner-Stumbles (Performer), 1977-1979-The-Love-Boat (Performer), 1961-Babes-in-Toyland (Performer), 1952-April-in-Paris (Performer), 1943-Forever-and-a-Day (Performer), 1938-Sweethearts (Performer), 1937-Rosalie (Performer), 2004-American-Masters (in person), 1979-The-Making-of-'The-Wizard-of-Oz' (in person), 1972-Omnibus (in person), 1972-Dinah's-Place (in person), 1970-The-Bob-Hope-Show (in person), 1964-The-Judy-Garland-Show (in person), 1961-1962-I've-Got-a-Secret (in person), 1962-The-16th-Annual-Tony-Awards (in person), 1960-The-Revlon-Revue (in person), 1960-The-14th-Annual-Tony-Awards (in person), 1956-1958-Perry-Como's-Kraft-Music-Hall (in person), 1956-1957-Washington-Square (in person), 1955-Screen-Snapshots:-Hollywood-Plays-Golf (in person), 1955-Max-Liebman-Presents:-Big-Time (in person), 1952-The-Colgate-Comedy-Hour (in person), 1936-The-Great-Ziegfeld (in person)
Come-Summer - Performer (March 18, 1969 - March 22, 1969), All-American - Performer (March 19, 1962 - May 26, 1962), Where's-Charley - Performer (January 29, 1951 - March 10, 1951), Where's-Charley - Performer (October 11, 1948 - September 9, 1950), Three-to-Make-Ready - Performer (March 7, 1946 - December 14, 1946), By-Jupiter - Performer (June 3, 1942 - June 12, 1943), Keep-Off-the-Grass - Performer (May 23, 1940 - June 29, 1940), On-Your-Toes - Performer (April 11, 1936 - January 23, 1937), George-White's-Scandals-[1931] - Performer (September 14, 1931 - March 5, 1932), Heads-Up - Performer (November 11, 1929 - March 15, 1930), A-Night-in-Paris - Performer (July 26, 1926 - October 30, 1926), The-Merry-World - Performer (June 8, 1926 - August 21, 1926), Life-b_egins-at-8:40 - Performer (August 27, 1934 - March 16, 1935)
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RAY BOLGER - AUTOGRAPH - HFSID 37649Card signed by Ray Bolger, stating "Ray Bolger". Ray Bolger, known for his dancing and acting, gained fame as the Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz (1939) and starred in the Broadway musical Where's Charley (1948).Price: $200.00
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RAY BOLGER - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED - HFSID 160165Autograph letter signed by Ray Bolger, writing to a fan about his role in making people happy. The letter, on personal note paper, expresses cheerful sentiments and includes the phrase, "My job in life is to help make people happy!"
Sale Price $325.00
$400.00
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RAY BOLGER - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 01/30/1980 - HFSID 218239Letter, signed by Ray Bolger, discussing lost autographs from his late friend Jack Haley and reminiscing about working with Judy Garland. Dated January 30, 1980, and addressed to Robert Tom, expressing sentimentality and regret over the situation.
Price: $1,400.00
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RAY BOLGER - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED - HFSID 218007Autograph note signed by Ray Bolger, reading "A sweet for my/sweet on her/birthday Oct 7, 1978/love/Ray", written to his wife, Gwendolyn Rickard Bolger, on a See's Candy card for her birthday.
Price: $220.00
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RAY BOLGER - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED - HFSID 19125Index card signed by Ray Bolger, inscribed with "To/Jim/All the best!/Ray Bolger" in black ink. Autograph dated "Dec. 21, 1952" and obtained at the Colgate Comedy Hour. Typed biography included on the card.
Price: $200.00
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RAY BOLGER - AUTOGRAPH NOTE SIGNED - HFSID 278285Autograph note signed: "To-/Betty/Best always/Ray Bolger" is a 4x4 paper signed in pencil by actor Ray Bolger, known for his role as the Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz. The note is attached to cardboard.
Price: $200.00
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RAY BOLGER - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 251426Photograph inscribed and signed by Ray Bolger, stating, "To Ferly/may you have/as much success in/business as I/have in dancing/Ray Bolger." Bolger is noted for his roles in Where's Charley and The Wizard of Oz.
Price: $500.00
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RAY BOLGER - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 101114Photograph inscribed and signed: "To Dana E Clarke/Kindest regards/Ray Bolger". Ray Bolger, known for his role as the Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz, is commemorated in this black and white image.
Price: $220.00
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RAY BOLGER - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 101115Photograph inscribed and signed: "To Dana All the best!/Ray Bolger". Ray Bolger, known for his roles in On Your Toes and The Wizard of Oz, was a popular entertainer from the 1930s through the 1970s.
Price: $200.00
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RAY BOLGER - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 101117Photograph inscribed and signed: "To Dana Clarke/ All the best!/Ray Bolger". Bolger, known for his role as the Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz, delivered a notable career in vaudeville, Broadway, and television.
Sale Price $175.00
$220.00
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RAY BOLGER - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 101118Photograph inscribed and signed: "To/Dana Clarke/From her Friend/The Scarecrow/of Oz/Ray Bolger". Bolger is remembered for his role as the Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz (1939). An ink note on the verso indicates the date as 11-6-84.
Price: $600.00
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RAY BOLGER - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 101119Photograph inscribed and signed: "To/Dana Clarke/From/The/Scarecrow/of/Oz/Ray/Bolger". Bolger, known for his role as the Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz, is commemorating his iconic character with this black and white image.
Sale Price $495.00
$600.00
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RAY BOLGER - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 40974Photograph inscribed and signed: "To/Bruce David Weiss/from his friend/The Scarecrow of Oz/Ray Bolger". Depicting Ray Bolger as The Scarecrow, this black and white image highlights his memorable role in The Wizard of Oz.
Price: $700.00
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RAY BOLGER - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 169035Photograph inscribed and signed: "To Rob/Best wishes/Ray Bolger". Ray Bolger, known for his role as the Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz, is recognized for his contributions to vaudeville and Broadway, particularly in Where's Charley.
Price: $350.00
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RAY BOLGER - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 179874Photograph inscribed and signed: "To Bill/All the best!/Ray Bolger". Ray Bolger, known for his role as the Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz, is depicted in this item, which highlights his career in entertainment.
Price: $350.00
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RAY BOLGER - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 224906Photograph inscribed and signed: "To/Leon Norbutt/from/The Scarecrow/of/Oz/Ray Bolger". Bolger, known for his role as the Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz (1939), is recognized for his contributions to vaudeville and Broadway.
Sale Price $495.00
$600.00
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RAY BOLGER - AUTOGRAPHED INSCRIBED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 252552Photograph inscribed and signed: "To/Roberta/from/Ray Bolger". Depicting Ray Bolger as "The Scarecrow" in a still from The Wizard of Oz. Captioned at the lower margin, dated 1955, with minor surface creases and a stray ink blot.
Price: $500.00
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RAY BOLGER - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 50892Photograph signed: "Ray Bolger". It depicts a movie still from The Wizard of Oz. Ray Bolger, known for his role as the Scarecrow, is celebrated for his performances in vaudeville, Broadway, and television throughout his career.
Sale Price $375.00
$450.00
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RAY BOLGER - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 50896Photograph signed: "Ray Bolger" shows Ray Bolger as "the Scarecrow" alongside Jack Haley and Judy Garland from The Wizard of Oz. Bolger, known for his roles in vaudeville and Broadway, is remembered for his iconic performance in the film.
Sale Price $375.00
$450.00
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RAY BOLGER - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 50898Photograph signed: "Ray Bolger". It shows a movie still from The Wizard of Oz. Ray Bolger, known for his role as the Scarecrow, had a notable career in vaudeville, Broadway, and television.
Price: $450.00
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RAY BOLGER - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 50901Photograph signed: "Ray Bolger". Depicting Bolger as "the Scarecrow" alongside Judy Garland and Jack Haley in The Wizard of Oz. Ray Bolger, known for his stage and film roles, signed this image from the classic 1939 film.
Price: $450.00
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RAY BOLGER - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 50902Photograph signed: "Ray Bolger". It depicts a movie still from The Wizard of Oz. Ray Bolger, known for his role as the Scarecrow, is recognized for his contributions to vaudeville and Broadway, particularly in Where's Charley.
Price: $450.00
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RAY BOLGER - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 50903Photograph signed: "Ray Bolger". Color image depicts Judy Garland as Dorothy and Bolger as "the Scarecrow" in The Wizard of Oz. Ray Bolger, a notable dancer and actor, is remembered for his role in this 1939 classic.
Sale Price $375.00
$450.00
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RAY BOLGER - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 74271Photograph of Ray Bolger inscribed and signed with "best!/Ray Bolger". It depicts Bolger with Doris Day in a still from the film April in Paris. Bolger is known for his roles in The Wizard of Oz and Where's Charley.
Price: $280.00
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RAY BOLGER - AUTOGRAPHED SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH - HFSID 341560Photograph of Ray Bolger, signed in blue felt tip with the inscription "Ray Bolger". Bolger is known for his role as the Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz. Additional historical context about his career is provided.
Sale Price $295.00
$350.00
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RAY BOLGER - CONTRACT SIGNED 05/06/1981 - HFSID 251422Contract. Signed by Ray Bolger, the one-page engagement contract from May 6, 1981, details his performance at the Greenbrier on November 3, 1981, for $7,500, plus additional expenses. Bolger is known for his role as the Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz.
Price: $400.00
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RAY BOLGER - CONTRACT SIGNED 09/03/1940 - HFSID 218004Contract signed by Ray Bolger on September 3, 1940, for his comedy act at the Winsor Theatre in New York City. The document outlines his performance terms, including a payment of $2,000 and a percentage of gross earnings over $9,250.
Price: $400.00
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RAY BOLGER - CONTRACT SIGNED 09/25/1940 - HFSID 251423Engagement contract signed by Ray Bolger on September 25, 1940, documenting his performance at the Chicago Theatre for one week, starting November 22, 1940, for $2,500. Bolger is known for his role as the Scarecrow in The Wizard of Oz.
Price: $400.00
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RAY BOLGER - CONTRACT SIGNED 09/25/1940 - HFSID 251424Document signed by Ray Bolger engages the William Morris Agency for a one-week act at the Buffalo Theatre starting November 15, 1940, for $2,500. Signed as "Ray Bolger" on September 25, 1940, in New York, New York.
Price: $400.00
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RAY BOLGER - DOCUMENT DOUBLE SIGNED 03/27/1975 - HFSID 251425Engagement contract for Ray Bolger, signed with "Ray Bolger" and initialed "R.B.", dated March 27, 1975. The contract details his performance at McCormick Place, including payment terms and a schedule change. Bolger is known for his role in The Wizard of Oz.
Price: $450.00
