Lot 949
Gable, Clark (1901-1960). Actor. After much perseverance and numerous small roles, Gable worked steadily for MGM until the studio loaned him to Columbia for the picture It Happened One Night. The ruggedly handsome actor won an Academy Award and his popularity soared, culminating with the role of "Rhett Butler" in the epic drama Gone with the Wind.
Check Signed ("Clark Gable"). Partially printed, accomplished in typescript. 8½ x 3¼", Hollywood, March 27, 1945. The check is drawn on Gable's account at the Security-First National Bank of Los Angeles and made payable to the Automobile Club of Southern California in the amount of $27.88. Gable signs the recto. Punch cancelling, stamped verso. One vertical fold at left, and a strip of clear tape covering an abrasion at upper right which skims the "l" of Gable's first name, and the loop of his "G". Overall, in good condition.
In 1942 after the death of his wife, Carole Lombard, Gable joined the Air Force for World War II. He returned in 1945 to film Adventure -- and write this check to the Automobile Club.
Estimated Value $350 - 450.
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