Influential and popular jazz singer revered for her highly individual style; she died of a heroin overdose in 1959. DS, one page, 8.5 x 11, Associated Booking Corp. letterhead, November 27, 1951. Holiday accepts receipt of three checks “which total $600.00 advance from Joe Glaser and Associated Booking Corp. I agree to sign deduction slips in the amount of $750.00 plus weekly commission for my engagement at the Club Juana in Detroit, opening Dec. 21, 1951.” Signed at the conclusion in fountain pen by Holiday. In very good condition, with expected folds, some light wrinkling and some light carbon marks. R&R COA. Featured collection item.
