Notarized DS, nine pages, 8.5 x 13, March 1, 1940. Agreement between Strike Up the Band, Inc., comprised of Ira Gershwin, George Kaufman, Morrie Ryskind, and Rose Gershwin, and Loew’s Incorporated, selling the rights to their play Strike Up the Band for a total of $15,000 to be divided among the parties. Loew’s will retain the exclusive right to use the title, and make other changes to the play as they adapt it to the screen. Signed on the ninth page by Ira Gershwin, Rose Gershwin, Edgar Selwyn, George Kaufman, and Morrie Ryskind. Three additional pages of notary public signatures are stapled to the end of the document. In fine condition, with expected document wear. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.
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