Lot 942
Costello, Lou (1906-1959). Comedic actor. Initially teaming with Bud Abbott for a vaudeville act, the pair became a top grossing box-office comedy tour-de-force, filming over 30 slap stick films. Abbot and Costello are best known for the "Who's on First?" routine.
Signed Check ("Lou Costello"). Partially printed, accomplished in manuscript, Van Nuys, August 23, 1946. The check is drawn on Costello's account at the Bank of America and made payable to the "Santa Fe Railroad Co." in the amount of $983.27. Costello signs the recto. Punch cancelling, and stamped verso. In very fine condition overall.
In the early days of his success, Costello writes this hefty check to the Santa Fe Railroad.
Estimated Value $200 - 250.
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| Realized $276 |
