Buy this book on-line Pollack, Ben : Portrait Postcard with Short Note
(5 1/2 x 3 1/2 inch) addressed to Hugh Randolph of Newark, NJ from Ben Pollack. The front is a photo of Ben Pollack and his wife, the singer Doris Robbins. The back, dated 27 January 1933. is a handwritten note: "Dear Hugh. See you soon again in N.Y. Best wishes, Ben". Ben Pollack (1903-1971) was a drummer and band leader during the twenties through the forties. He helped discover or employ Benny Goodman, Jack Teagarden, Glen Miller, Jimmy McPartland and Harry James. He was sometimes known as "Father of Swing". Very successful during the 20s recording records and touring, but like all things the Depression slowed down business and in the 30s and 40s he struggled. Doris Robbins became his wife. In 1971 after career problems he committed suicide by hanging in Palm Springs.. Book. Book Condition: Collectible-Very Good. Binding: No Binding Click here for full details of this book, to ask a question or to buy it on-line. Bibliophile Bookbase probably offers multiple copies of Pollack, Ben : Portrait Postcard with Short Note. Click here to select from a complete list of available copies of this book. Bibliophile Bookbase lists over 5 million books, maps and prints including out of print books, first editions, antiquarian books, out-of-print books and rare books. Bibliophile Bookbase for antiquarian books, maps and prints. |