Lot 935
Brice, Fanny (1891-1951). Comedienne who began her career on vaudeville singing and dancing until Florenz Ziegfeld discovered her. After appearing in several of the Ziegfeld Follies, Brice was also known as the radio personality "Baby Snooks".
Typed Letter Signed ("Fanny Brice"). On a single, quarto sheet, n.p., June 10, 1947. In black ink. To Mr. Milt Gross. Four horizontal folds, a 1¾" fold to the upper left corner, light toning, stains verso. In good condition overall.
Motivated by the atrocities of war, here Brice offers to participate in a celebrity auction benefitting the Jewish Appeal: "It is our belief that the artists of this vicinity would like to participate in the United Jewish Appeal's great national drive… There will be an auction on the night of July 10, the total receipts from which will go to the United Jewish Appeal." Also signing the document are Vincent Price and three others.
Estimated Value $250 - 350.
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