Two ALSs, both signed “Jim Cagney,” both to singer/songwriter Lanny Ross on Verney Farm letterhead. One letter, dated May 16, 1971, reads, in part: “I had a Russell winter! I had an unsigned plasticine model of two fighters that I got along with some bronzes. Job was to get it authenticated Noah Berry, Jr., and Harry Carey, Jr., were in on it. Then I found an old artist friend of Charlie’s who had been in Shelby with Charlie for the Gibbons–Dempsey fight. He was with Charlie when he did the model. Joe DeLong is his name.” At the top of the front page of the letter, Ross has noted, “My old farm in Stanfordville from its present owner, James Cagney.” In fine condition, with some scattered light toning to both letters. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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