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Cole Porter

Bold Broadway composer made epicenter of NYC social scene his home

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Bold Broadway composer made epicenter of NYC social scene his home

Bank check, 7.5 x 3, filled out and signed by Porter, payable to Hotel Waldorf Astoria for $910.82, December 14, 1931. Cancellation holes to body, lightly affecting first name of signature, a vertical crease to right edge, and a small brush to a couple words on check, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by Porter’s hotel statement referencing the check as being received on December 14. Porter and his wife, Linda Lee Thomas had an apartment in the Waldorf Tower. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.

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  • Dates: #373 - Ended July 13, 2011





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