339. Bill Haley. Vintage 1964 British program for Manfred Mann and
Bill Haley and his Comets, 8.5 x 11.5, signed inside in blue ballpoint by Haley on his full page portrait, and signed again on the adjoining page by Haley and five of his Comets. A light central vertical crease and expected handling wear, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
340. Buddy Holly. Original circa 1947 glossy 10 x 7.75 photo of Holly’s fifth grade class at Roscoe Wilson Elementary School in Lubbock, Texas, featuring the young legend-to-be in the top row, second from the right. Reverse bears period ballpoint notations identifying those pictured, including “Buddy Holly” as twelfth on the list. In fine condition, with scattered creases and a trimmed top edge. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
Uncommon signed photo of Lymon and the Teenagers 341. Frankie Lymon and the Teenagers. Singing sensation
of the 1950s known for ‘Why Do Fools Fall in Love’; Lymon died of a drug overdose at age 25. Vintage 6 x 7 magazine photo of the group, signed in blue and black ink by Frankie Lymon, Herman Santiago, Joe Negroni, Jimmy Merchant, and Sherman Garnes. Double-matted and framed with three small newspaper clippings to an overall size of 15 x 15.5. In fine condition, with Garnes’s signature a bit lighter than the others, and small blocks of old tape toning to corners. Accompanied by a full letter of authenticity from Roger Epperson/REAL. RR Auction COA.…(MB $200)
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