Dutch-born impresario (1909–1997), né Andreas Corneliius van Kuijk, who, as Elvis’ manager, maintained a Svengali-like grip on the singer’s career. His complete oversight was indisputably one of the driving forces behind Elvis’ success, though whether his influence was in the end a boon or a detriment remains a hotly debated topic. TLS signed “Colonel,” one page, 8.5 x 11, business letterhead, August 19, 1960. Parker writes to Chet Sampson in Grosse Pointe. In part: “Thank you for the package which was waiting for mat at the hotel last night. I appreciate your thoughtfulness, and it was a pleasure to be able to be of assistance with the fine work you are doing looking after the young people. Please convey my best wishes to Don Murry [sic] when you talk to him, ad feel free to come by to see us ay time you are out this way at Twentieth Century Fox.” A few very mild wrinkles, otherwise very fine, bright condition. R&R COA.
