THOMAS BECK - AUTOGRAPH LETTER SIGNED 01/06/1947 - HFSID 316980

THOMAS BECK
The actor sends requested materials to Daniel Blum, Founder of Theatre World
Autograph letter signed: "Thomas Beck", in black ink, 1 page, 6¼x9¼. January 6, 1947. New York City, New York. In full: "Dear Mr. Blum: Enclose kindly find biographical material and photograph requested [items not included]. Sincerely yours". Thomas Beck (1909-1995) played youthful roles in several Mister Moto and Charlie Chan movies of the 1930s, and was the village pastor in Shirley Temple's Heidi (1937). He was a soldier who died in Ronald Coleman's arms in Under Two Flags. Active in the Screen Actors Guild, Beck left Hollywood for good rather than accept a wage cut in 1939. Theatre World, founded in 1945 by Daniel Blum, is America's oldest annual record of Broadway, Off-Broadway and regional theatre, referenced by industry professionals, historians, students and theatre fans worldwide. Until 1998, when a separate nonprofit corporation was established, Theatre World's editorial staff bestowed the prestigious Theatre World Awards for outstanding Broadway and Off-Broadway debuts. Screen World (from 1950) and Dance World (from 1966), administered from the same office, and furnished comprehensive information on those entertainment genres. Staple holes in top left corner. Corners slightly worn and creased. Light surface creases. Toned. Otherwise, fine condition.