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Sat, Dec 16, 2017 11:00AM EST - Sun, Dec 17, 2017 11:00AM EST
Lot 462

Three ALSs from Jeanne Verner to Danny Dew.

Estimate: $400 - $600

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Verner, Jeanne. Three ALSs from Jeanne Verner to Danny Dew. Spanning Jan. – Nov. 1945, Verner discusses the travels and shows of her husband, Dai Vernon, at length, describing his work for the USO performing shows and aboard various ships; and goes on at length regarding a lifelike mask she is sculpting for Danny Dew, along with other items she has been commissioned to make for Dew’s magic act, as well as sources for costumes and other theatrical items (including the famous costumer A.T. Jones of Baltimore). One letter discusses the suicide attempt and nervous breakdown of their mutual friend Paul Fox. On unlined 4to sheets, length spanning 2 – 4 pp. Chips and old folds; good.

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