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Lot #751
Orson Welles Document Signed for "Mercury Theatre on the Air"

Estimate: $300+

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Description

DS, eight pages, 8.5 x 11, May 16, 1946. Agreement "for the entertainment package entitled 'Mercury Theatre on the Air,'" stipulating that "Orson Welles shall have complete control of the direction and production of each of said programs. We agree that Orson Welles shall be billed as the star and director of these programs and in all paid newspaper advertising." Boldly signed at the conclusion in fountain pen by Orson Welles, and countersigned by Henry Legler. In fine condition.

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