Lot 979
Sarnoff, David (1891-1971). A pioneer in the development of radio and television broadcasting, Sarnoff popularized radio by petitioning for the broadcast of the boxing match between Jack Dempsey and Georges Carpentier in 1921. Later he served as Chief Executive of the Radio Corporation of America and the National Broadcasting Corporation.
Typed Letter Signed ("David Sarnoff"). As Chairman of the Board of RCA. Two pages, quarto, New York, August 4, 1955. On Radio Corporation of America stationery. In blue ink. To Mr. Hy Gardner of the New York Herald Tribune. With two horizontal folds, light pencil marks, staple marks at the upper left and light soiling. In fair to good condition.
In a letter to Hy Gardner, here Sarnoff offers a touching suggestion, toasting the life of financier and government advisor Bernard Baruch: "Replying to you letter… regarding Mr. Bernard M. Baruch. I am pleased to offer herewith what you refer to as a 'toast'…'At 85, Bernard Baruch is active and beneficent, dedicated to right as he sees it and, no less important, he enjoys his many-sided activities. He provides the clinching proof, for young and old alike, that the good life is worth living'."
Estimated Value $500 - 600.
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