DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, May 21, 1959. Agreement between Ruby and Joe W. Johnson in which Johnson signs on to be exclusively managed by Ruby for a period of five years at a rate of "15% of gross receipts." Nicely signed at the conclusion in fountain pen by Ruby and Johnson, and countersigned at the bottom by a notary. In fine condition. Johnson played saxophone with the rockabilly act The Deacons before going on to headline shows in his own Joe Johnson Band. After his years of working at Ruby's club, Johnson went on to play with Ray Charles. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from PSA/DNA.
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