Very nice 25 x 19.5 poster from 1970, distributed only to members of the official Beatles Fan Club, featuring all four members with Lennon in the foreground, signed in purple felt tip above his image “John Lennon.” Accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Frank Caiazzo, who dates the signature to the mid-1970s, adding, “This signature is quite large, measuring 7″ across, and it is unusual to see Lennon signatures this size on anything.” Also included is an original flyer from the WFIL Helping Hand Marathon during which the signature was originally acquired. In May 1975, Lennon, who hadn’t made public appearances in years, traveled from New York to Philadelphia to help out with the charity radiothon, spending hours on the air, answering phones, signing autographs, and personally meeting nearly 2,000 fans who flocked to see him. In fine condition, with poster affixed to a slightly larger acid-free backing, and light intersecting folds from previous storage. COA Roger Epperson/REAL and R&R COA.
