Cartoonist (1915–1975) who became prominent during World War II as the creator of the popular comic strip, The Sad Sack. ALS signed "B. B.," one page, 8.5 x 11, no date. In part: "I can't understand why you haven't gotten my letters. Been writing almost every day since you arrived in Paris. Maybe I haven't put enough stamps on since I just found out today that it's 15 cents a 1/2 ounce. I thought it was an ounce! However none of the letters were returned so I don't know what to think! I hope by now things are more cheerful for you. And most important your journeys around Paris. I hope the toe has cured. Things about the same. The Book is progressing well, I think-although I have found nothing is certain. About another 10 days before I submit it again. Be good. Try and have a little fun. I think of you very much." He has added the postscript, "I hope they didn't send those letters by boat!" Baker has also drawn an elaborate sketch at the bottom of the page of a woman and her dog looking at advertisements of coming attractions…among them "George Baker" and "Sad Sack." In fine condition, with some mirroring of the sketch. Accompanied by an unsigned self portrait sketch of Baker on a 7 x 10.5 page removed from a spiral notepad. RRAuction COA.
