GRIFFITH, D.W. (1875-1948). An archive of tributes. 8 pages, 4to, each bearing the 10-cent D.W. Griffith stamp, postmarked "Beverly Hills, California, May 27, 1975, First Day of Issue", each sheet with a tribute to the movie pioneer by an actor or actress. Comprising tributes from: Lillian Gish (who spearheaded the campaign to have the USPS issue a stamp in Griffith's honor), Jimmy Stewart, Helen Hayes, Blanche Sweet, and others. -- LANGTRY, Lillie (1852-1892). Autographed letter signed ("Lillie"), to Mr. Rose, n.p., n.d. 3 pages, 8vo, bifolium, on 21 Pont Street stationery, creased, a few pale stains. "I rehearse tomorrow for the first time. Haven't the slightest idea what Buchanan's play is or anything about it." -- SULLIVAN, Ed (1901-1975). Autograph letter signed ("Ed") to Frank Sinatra. New York City, 28 August 1973. 1 page, 8vo, with original airmail stamped envelope addressed by Sullivan to Sinatra at the Friars Club, pinholes upper left corner. Sullivan tells Sinatra that he will mention Milton Berle in his Friday October 12th column including Berle's victories in "Charlie Chaplin contests." -- ZIEGFELD, Florenz (1869-1932). Autograph letter signed ("Flo"), to theater owner Charles B. Dillingham, New York, n.d. ("Wednesday"). 1 page, 4to, on Ziegfeld Danse de Follies stationery, light ink transfer and minor staining to lower blank margin. "Is there anything more...please keep me posted." 

 

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