Fields created one of the great American comic personas of the first half of the 20th century—a misanthrope who teetered on the edge of buffoonery but never quite fell in, a charming drunk; and a man who hated children, dogs, and women, unless they were the wrong sort of women. Check, 6.5 x 2.75, filled out and signed by Fields, payable to Cash for $300.00, September 19, 1925. In fine condition, with vertical crease to left and expected holes and stamps, not affecting clean signature. PSA/DNA Auction LOA and R&R COA.