Notarized DS, signed “Jesse L. Lasky,” one page, 8 x 13, May 12, 1920. Deposition regarding Lasky’s income tax in 1918 and 1919. In part: “I am First Vice-President of the Famous Players-Lasky Corporation…I have charge of the production of motion pictures for said Corporation and of its studio at Hollywood, California. I came east a few weeks ago, and upon my arrival found it would be necessary for me to go abroad to supervise the inauguration of a studio in London, England, in which this company is interested. I did not bring with me my income tax receipts for 1918, or 1919 taxes, as I did not expect to go abroad, nor did I bring with me canceled checks. I have, however, my check book stubs from which the entries in this affidavit are made…My income tax for the year 1918 amounted to $6802.20…My wife, Bessie Lasky had no income subject to taxation in 1918.” Signed at the conclusion by Lasky and countersigned and stamped by a notary. A uniform shade of toning, light creasing throughout, and a rusty paperclip mark to the top, otherwise fine condition. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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