OCEANA LETTERHEAD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN EXCERPT

                    OCT. 1st.'62.
Dear Oral:
          Thanks yours, Sept.22nd.
I too had another letter from Doug acknowledging receipt of the picture I sent him for his office, have'nt felt like corresponding recently, just seem to be neglecting everything - know you will understand my being brief in reply - glad to note you are feeling much better again - wish I had some of your 'Pep', you always were the energetic type.
          My phonograph is in the 'Shop' was having trouble with the Needle dept. as soon as i get it back, I'll make a Tape recording for you of Max Miller the English Comic - think you'll enjoy it, also a copy of Tony Hancock's "Sunday Afternoon" skit (English).
          Snub Pollard died recently - do'nt know what happened to Jules White - have'nt [heard] of him for a long time now.
          Note you have that Red Tide business down there, we get it here occasionally - it do'nt 'arf Pen & Ink.!!
          I talked with Grace last week, she told me the cartoon business was having a rough time this season, bus. very slow, otherwise she sounded well & happy.
          All for now Lad.
          Love & bestest from us both here to Thelma & self. God Bless.
                    As ever:

OCEANA LETTERHEAD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN EXCERPT

                    OCT.1st.'62.

Note you are starting a collection of L&H films. Are you acquiring your films from Blackhawk Co. in Davenport, Iowa? If not, drop them a card & they will send you a catalogue. Regarding the L&H Movies made in the 40's, it would take too long for me to explain, but you can find that information in our book titles "Mr. Laurel Hardy" written by John McCabe.
 

OCEANA LETTERHEAD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN EXCERPT

                    OCT. 1st.'62.
Dear Steve Ward:
          Thanks yours, Sept.28th. nice to hear from you again & to know alls well.
          Note you are starting a collection of L&H Films - inasmuch as your Father intends to get a 16mm Sound projector, I imagine it would be better in the long run if you get your future films in 16mm size instead of 8mm - its just a suggestion however.
          Are you acquiring your films from Blackhawk Co. in Davenport, Iowa.? if not, drop them a card, & they will send you a catalogue listing on request (the address is Main St, Davenport.) I'm sure you'll find it interesting.
          Regarding the L&H Movies made in the 40's, it would take too long for me to explain, but you can find that information in our book titled "Mr Laurel [& Mr] Hardy" written by John McCabe & published by Doubleday Co. New York. check with your local book store.
          Wish you lots of pleasure & enjoyment in your new hobby.
          Again my regards & best wishes,
                    Sincerely:

                    STAN LAUREL.
 

OCEANA LETTERHEAD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN EXCERPT

                    OCT. 1st.'62.
Dear Bob & Marie [Hatfield]:
          Thanks your, Sept.26th. also card from Carmel - am sure you had a lovely vacation traveling around, seeing the Fair, visiting your Brother & Sister-in-law, Wining & Dining, the Movies et al - you filthy Rich.! Down with the aristocrats ITS BLOOD WE WANT.!!
          Note Bob wanted a 'Night Cap' - HE WOULD.!! (Greedy little *?@!"#$%) Glad you all had a happy time & lots of fun. Note you're going to have a Dinner & 'BASH' on Oct.13th (P.O. Retirement)
          Better keep in good shape for that Bob, cut out the Night Caps for a while.!!
          Bestest from us both here to you Mother & selves.
                    God Bless.

                    STAN LAUREL.
 

POSTCARD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                    OCT.6th.'62.

Thanks Edmund [Tester] for the "JAZZBO" Coloring book - very attractive - I imagine you are merchandizing these, should be very popular with the kiddies, the drawing of your character [is] very well done, hope they will prove profitable & successful - Good luck Ed. Have'nt been feeling too well, get these spells of excessive weakness occasionally - am now taking Vitamin B12. shots, pills etc. seem to help for a while, still at times I [am] so weak I feel like a Fortnight.!! Kindest & best to Self & Family -
          God Bless.
                    As ever:

 

POSTCARD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                    OCT.8th.'62.

Thanks [Dean Kaner] your letter with enclose of little Placque - appreciate your kind sentiments.
          Yes, I feel a bit saddened that the old Studio is to be auctioned off (Roach Studio) I spent many happy years there.
          Trust alls well with you. Again my regards & best.
                    Sincerely as ever:

                    STAN LAUREL.
 

OCEANA LETTERHEAD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN EXCERPT

                    OCT.16th.'62.

The Chimney Sweep's film you mention was titled "Dirty Work" & the Appliance shop was "Tit for Tat" which was the sequel to "Them Thar Hills."
 

OCEANA LETTERHEAD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                    OCT.20th.'62.
My Dear Frank [Buxton]:
          Thanks yours,14th.inst.
Enjoyed hearing from you again & to know alls well & happy with you.
          Noting you were appearing on the "Discovery" program, I tuned in Channel 7 here - 4:30 Friday the 19th. (The Arctic Subject.) I liked it very much Frank, very interesting indeed - wonderfu1 for the kids being in the educational category, shall continue to watch this program. Thought you looked very well Frank - marriage evidently agrees with you.! Hope you'll have an opportunity to have Elizabeth on the show with you sometime.!
          I can imagine the new show every day routine is pretty rough on you & all concerned.
          Did you know that Jack McCabe was married on the 19th.inst.? I'm very happy for him & wish them both lots of good luck.
          Am enclosing a news clipping concerning a good friend of mine thru' many years - did you know him Frank? a great performer in the old vaudeville days, a real 'Show-Stopper', I know, had to follow him many times - a swell guy.!
          Not much new to tell you Frank, so bye for now. Eda joins in love & bestest to Elizabeth & self.
          Take care - God Bless.
                    As ever:

OCEANA LETTERHEAD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                    OCT.22nd.'62.
Dear Ernie [Murphy]:
          Thanks yours,6th. just rec. this AM. good to hear from you again & to know alls well with you.
          I too heard the Fair was'nt too exciting, but understand it proved a financial success which after all was the main purpose I guess.
          I just heard that "Tonnage" died (heart trouble) glad I was'nt invited to be a Pall-bearer.! imagine carrying all that HEAP.!!
          Haven't been feeling too good, get occasional spells of excessive weakness, no energy at all - am now taking Vitamin B12 shots - special pills etc. seem to help for a while.
          Not much to tell you Ernie, Eda joins in love & best. Hope to be seeing you again soon.
          Take care - God Bless.
                    As ever:

                    STAN LAUREL.

PS: A nun in Chicago, looking for an address, got lost after hours of search, was tired & thirsty - decided to stop at a house & ask for a drink of water, climbed the steps, rang the bell, was invited inside & sat down in the parlor - in there was a few dames sitting around in negligees etc. (It happened to be a whore house.) The door bell rang & in walked a regular customer, looking around to pick his choice, he spotted the nun sitting in her black robes & white head gear. He could'nt believe his eyes, finally said: OH NO.!! now those Kennedy's are going too dam far.!!!.

OCEANA LETTERHEAD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN EXCERPT

                    OCT. 26th.'62.
Dear Phil:
          Thanks yours, 24th.inst. with enclosure clipping, item out of the "Reporter" concerning 'Joe Laurel'. No he's no relative of mine - Laurel is his family name, he was born in Glasgow Scotland, he is a song & dance comic, (Night Club entertainer) he had been asked so many times if he was my Brother, but denied it, the club managers however decided to 'Bill' him as my Brother with the idea of capitalizing on the L&H reputation in Europe. However, he wrote me sometime ago & explained the situation & requested my permission to continue, as this name was helping him a lot in getting a lot of work. I of course had no objection, as actually my name is'nt Laurel, only legalized for theatrical purposes & he has every right, being his family cognomen.!
          We now correspond quite frequently - a very nice person. I noted the reporter quoted me as the 'late' Stan - I'm not as late as he thinks.!! Thanks for the jokes - I heard a 'Grave' story recently, same situation as yours, but a much funnier punch line,! but would'nt sound too funny in writing, so remind me to tell it when I see you again.
          How long have you been back Phil? Trust alls well & happy. This Cuba situation is pretty frightening is'nt it?
          Take care - God Bless.
          Bestest from us both here.
                    As ever.

                    STAN LAUREL.
 

OCEANA LETTERHEAD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                    OCT. 29th.'62.
Dear Richard [Sloan]:
          Thanks yours, 26th.inst.
Nice to hear from you again & to know you're not yet in uniform.! That Cuba situation was certainly alarming - no doubt those Soviet Hoods will cook up further trouble, but I doubt if they've got the guts to throw a couple of missiles at us, they'll continue their Cloak & dagger methods now that they've tested our MIGHT.!
          I too was terribly sorry to hear the sad news of Charlie Althoff, sorry to say, I think I destroyed the copy of tape you sent me anyway will check, if I do still have it, will certainly return it to you. Yes, Charlie appeared in one silent film with me, he was playing at the old Pantages Theatre here (Vaudeville) he had a week's lay-off before opening in Salt Lake City, so I was able to fill in a few days for him at the Roach Studio, the film was a fishing village background, so his character was very appropriate - after that he continued his vaudeville - that was the last time I saw Charlie, but we corresponded occasionally.
          Yes I saw Chuck [McCann]'s show on the Griffin hour, was expecting to see Chuck in Person, but he never appeared - guess that News-bulletin was the reason he did'nt show up. I liked the puppets very much, very good indeed, I especially liked the speed, very well done.
          Re the L&H placque...frankly I could'nt care less whether I had it or not - what the heck would I do with a rusty piece of Iron? heavy etc. if I hung it on a chain around my neck it would make a nice St. Christopher medal. Forget it Lad.!
          Have'nt heard [from] Harmon for a long time, have no idea what his plans are for the cartoon series, last I heard he was going to syndicate them. Re the 'Cuckoo' music, it was an adaption from a very old marching number, the arrangement on that tape I sent Chuck, was made by the Columbia Recording Co Orchestra in London, Eng. in 1932. I understand was copyrighted by M.G.M. Harmon had a special arrangement made for the series, it was adapted from this record we made in London, as far as I know Harmon has a copyright on his version. On one side of that record was some talk by L&H & the other was instrumental. Do'nt know if Harmon would be interested in your lyrics, suggest you you contact him - Producers Studio,649,NO.Bronson Ave.,Hollywood 4.Calif.
          Yes I knew that Jack McCabe had married, he sent me a picture of his bride - very charming - wish them both lots of happiness. No I have'nt seen any of Don Bevan's caricature work, if not too much trouble would very much like to see a copy of L&H, the best to date is Al Kilgore's version. Not sure if I saw the "Films in review" magazine or not.
          Not much else Richard., so bye for now,
          Bestest to you all.
                    As ever:

                    STAN LAUREL.

STAN LAUREL POSTCARD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                    OCT.31st.'62.
Dear Marie [Hatfield]:
          Thanks yours, 26th.inst. Pleased to note you recd. the telegram OK. Sounds like you had a nice celebration viewing the Shopping Centers (Shop window fuddling.) the winding up the evening with a slab of the British National Dish: "Prime Rib of Beef", am sure you stood up & sang "God Save the Queen" & toasted her Majesty before dining.!! no doubt Bob saluted.!!
          Glad you had such a nice time at the postal carrier's affair - note the 'old timers' recd. watches & pins - those 'Mickey Mouse' watches keep wonderful time, but they have no alarm to wake you up in the morning - I guess thats why they were all given pins (to wake themselves up.!!
          Weather here has been very hot the last few days - quite a heat wave - very unexpected, guess you [are] having some of it too.
          All for now.
          Eda joins in kind thoughts to your Mother & selves.
          Cheerio - God Bless.
                    As ever:

                    STAN LAUREL.
 

STAN LAUREL POSTCARD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                    NOV.7th.'62.
Dear Richard [Sloan]:
          Many thanks for copy of Don Bevan's caricatures - appreciate very [much] your trouble - you are very good in the Tracing Dept. had it been finished in 'Oils' I would have sworn it was a genuine Rembrandt work of "CAIN & ABEL".!! Hope the election results proved satisfactory to you - Nixon just conceded to Gov. Brown here this AM - he again blamed the Press.!! his 'Prop' smile has disappeared completely, he was his 'Old Self' again.
          Not much else Dick, so adios mi amigo - bestest to you all.
                    As ever:

                    STAN LAUREL.

OCEANA LETTERHEAD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN EXCERPT

                    NOV.9th.'62.
Dear Glenn Laxton:
          Thanks yours, 2nd.inst.
Note you met Mary Pickford, yes she was married to the late Doug Fairbanks Sr. Her first husband was one of the Moore Bros, (Tom, Owen & Matt) who were well known on the silent screen. I never had the pleasure of meeting her, but greatly admired her thru' the years.
          The dance routine in "Bonnie Scotland" was partially ad libbed & developed on the set. Sorry I do'nt make personal recordings but have taped you a copy of the "Dance of the Cuckoos" theme music which I am enclosing, this was made in London, Eng. in l932. by the Columbia recording Co. orchestra, both our voices are contained at the start - hope this will he adequate.
          I changed my name to S.L. I preferred a shorter
name, hence S.L. being legalized.
          All for now.
          Regards & best.
                    In haste.

                    STAN LAUREL.
 

POSTCARD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                    NOV.13th.'62.

Thanks your card [Dean Kaner], 10th.inst. Shall be pleased to talk with you NOV.16th. but frankly I feel you are foolish to waste your money, thats a pretty expensive 'Hello - Good Bye'.!! anyway if you still insist, my number is EXbrook 3-5656.
          Cheerio!
                    As ever:

                    STAN LAUREL.

STAN LAUREL POSTCARD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                    NOV.14th.'62.
Dear Frank [Buxton]:
          Thanks yours,9th.inst.
I caught your "Discovery" program yesterday (13th.) enjoyed seeing the old silent comics again & the kindly reference to L&H. Appreciated very much the 'Plug' for the book - a pleasant surprise, certainly very thoughtful of you.
          Everything here is as usual Frank, so nothing of
interest to tell you.
          Kind thoughts to Elizabeth & self, 'HAPPY THANKSGIVING'!!
                    As ever:

STAN LAUREL POSTCARD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                    NOV.20th.'62.

Thanks Richard [Sloan] for picture of L&H game which I am returning herewith - looks [like] a very attractive piece of merchandise - this is the first one I've seen. Certainly hope they will do well on the market, at least sell a half a dozen of them.!!
          Thanks again Dick.!
          Bestest to you & all.
                    As ever:

                    STAN LAUREL.
 

STAN LAUREL POSTCARD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                    NOV. 23rd.'62.
Dear Bob & Marie [Hatfield]:
          Thanks for the nice card - we here too hope you all enjoyed a very Happy Thanksgiving & a Merry FOURTH OF JULY.!! Enclosed magazine photo, just sent me from Canada - thought you'd like to have it Marie to add to your collection of 'International Idiots' (do'nt forget to put one of Bob's pictures in there too)!
          Weather here very Foggy - can't see your hand behind your back.! Bestest to Mother & Selves from us both here.
          Cheerio - God Bless.
                    As ever:

                    STAN LAUREL.
 

STAN LAUREL POSTCARD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                    NOV.28th.'62.
Dear Richard [Sloan]:
          Thanks yours, 26th.inst.
No, I've never talked on the phone with Ronnie Klugman, but have heard him on tape a couple of times, he sounds a normal nice chap then suddenly lapses into that 'Horror' character mentality - I imagine he 'Hugs' the character too (a la that picture!!) Am enclosing you a tape of his latest idea for a record he sent me, I think its titled 'The Lumbago Limbo" or something - he requested my opinion - I of course am not familiar with this type of Opera - told him I was strictly a "Siatica Shuffle" man with a touch of 'Hi Nonny Nonny'.!
No, have'nt heard the "First Family" record, would like very much to hear a tape copy if you have one (will return to save you the trouble re-recording.
          Your quote of the words of that great Cuban philosopher sounds Dirty to me, very rude & unbecoming. Am sure Chuck [McCann] would fully agree with me too.
          Bestest to you all.
                    As ever:

                    STAN LAUREL.
 

STAN LAUREL POSTCARD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                    NOV. 28th.'62.
Dear Bob & Marie [Hatfield]:
          Thanks yours,25th.inst. with enclosure of clipping from Dr Herb Caen's column, San Francisco 'Daily Bugle' re my being present at the 'Purple Onion' recently. I just wrote Mr Caen & suggested he go home & tell his Mother I hate the sight of him.!! no doubt Mr Caen will announce that I was also dancing "The Lumbago Limbo" & "The Siatica Shuffle", he must have danced too & got dizzy.!! enclosed another clipping for your collection of International Idiots.
          Bye now - bestest to you all from us both here.
                    As ever:

                    STAN LAUREL.
 

NEWSPAPER CLIPPING ENCLOSURE - NOVEMBER 28, 1962

STAN LAUREL LETTERHEAD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                    NOV.29th.'62.
Dear Jennie & Jack [Racey]:
          Thanks yours, 20th.inst.
Pleased you like the stationery - rest assured I wo'nt throw any of it in the waste basket - I have other better use for it.!! (the colors look pretty hanging on a string in a 'Two Holer'.!!
          Note you did'nt hear from Alan King - its very possible he has'nt recd. it yet. That must have been a pretty dull affair at the Baptist Church for you trying to get a 'bun' on with a cup of tea - next time have Lincoln figure out a formula to make 'Scotch' or 'Bourbon' tablets, you can say they are saccharin.!!
          Sorry Jack you have to go through that Cough routine every time you smoke - guess there's nothing can be done except stop smoking - do menthol cigarettes bother you? If not, put on a Penguin suit & smoke 'COOL'.!!
          I shall look forward to hearing from Frieda - hope she will have a chance to drop in & visit with us.
          Trust you had a happy Thanksgiving, we had a little celebration with Eda's Sister-in-law & her niece & little boy, they fixed a time - frankly am not too fond of Turkey, I prefer 'Ocean Pheasant' (a kipper with a feather in it.!).
          Bye now - take care of yourselves.
          Bestest from us both here,
                    As ever:

                    STAN LAUREL.

STAN LAUREL LETTERHEAD - 849 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                    DEC.5th.'62.
Dear Alex Soma:
          Thanks yours 3rd. inst. with enclosure of picture - with pleasure I autographed & returning herewith.
          Indeed nice to hear from you & to know the old L&H films are still afford[ing] you so much pleasure - appreciate very much your kind sentiments so graciously expressed - again my thanks.
          Re the life Story of L&H - I think Mr Susskind discarded the idea due to casting difficulties or other problems - Story etc. I frankly doubt if it will ever materialize.
          Re my favourites among the films - being so many it's difficult to make a choice - I'd prefer to leave this to the audience.
          Re a L&H Fan Club, I believe there are several around the Country, but am [not] too familiar with locations etc. I enclose a membership card of a club in New York connected with Mr Chuck McCann W.P.I.X. suggest you get in touch with him for information.
          I'll take this opportunity to wish you & yours a very Merry Xmas, lots of good health, success & happiness in 1963.
                    Very sincerely,

                    STAN LAUREL.
 

POSTCARD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                     DEC.6th.'62.
Dear Steven Zaharoff:
          Thank you the Menu you sent me from 'The Lafayette House' - am sure you had a lovely time there, the different dishes are certainly enticing, I even enjoy just reading the menu.!
          I take this opportunity to wish you & your family a very Merry Xmas, continued good health & a happy prosperous New Year - 1963.
          Bye Steven - good luck,
                    Sincerely as ever:

                    STAN LAUREL.
 

STAN LAUREL LETTERHEAD - 849 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN EXCERPT

                    DEC.8th.'62.

I have seen several pictures of the L&H wax figures at the Buena Park Museum - Am not too happy about them very disappointing I think - especially the likeness of me - anyway, its a matter of opinion I guess!!
 

POSTCARD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                    DEC.10.'62.
Dear Richard [Sloan]:
          Tape arrived - my machine in the shop for repair, soon as able to play back the recording, will return right away - will advise you of shipment.
          Thanks again Richard - much appreciated.
          Merry Xmas, Happy prosperous New Year - 1963. & three cheers for the FOURTH OF JULY.
                    As ever:

                    STAN LAUREL.
 

POSTCARD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                    DEC.11th.'62.

Dear Cliff Barrett:
          Thanks your kind remembrance - I too wish you & yours a very Merry Xmas, continued good health & a Happy Prosperous New Year.
          Very Sincerely:
                    As ever:

                    STAN LAUREL.
 

POSTCARD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                    DEC.14th.'62.

Thank you for the kind remembrance - much appreciated. We here too wish you & yours a very Merry Xmas, continued good health & a happy successful New Year - 1963.
                    Very sincerely always:

                    STAN LAUREL.
 

STAN LAUREL LETTERHEAD - 849 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN EXCERPT

                    DEC.15th.'62.

Dear Vic & Gladys:
          Thanks for your nice letter 9th.inst.
The news report that I lost an eye is greatly exaggerated, I had a hemorrhage in my left eye a few months ago. I still have sight but of course it's weak - anyway am not discouraged - if it was good enough for Lord Nelson, it's quite good enough for me!!!
 

POSTCARD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                    DEC.18th.'62.
Dear Bob & Marie [Hatfield]:
          Many thanks for card & Package (will open Xmas) appreciate your kind remembrance - Eda too joins in wishing you All a wonderful Xmas - lots of good health & a Happy prosperous New year.'63.
          Note you are having a family celebration - know you will all have a very happy time.
          Good luck - God Bless:
                    As ever:

P.S. Pardon my standing in my head.!!
 

STAN LAUREL POSTCARD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                    DEC.26th.'62.

Thank you Bob & Marie [Hatfield] for the very nice Xmas gift appreciate very much your kind thought & gesture - will certainly enjoy these cheeses.
          Hope you & your Mother all enjoyed a Merry Xmas celebration - I heard you Bob were singing Carols outside a Deaf & Dumb Institute - probably just a rumor: Again Eda joins in wishing you a Happy & Prosperous new Year.
          Love & bestest.
                    As ever:

                    STAN LAUREL.
 

POSTCARD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                    DEC.28th.'62.

Thanks for your kind remembrance - hope you enjoyed a very Merry Yuletide - wish you both a very Happy & Prosperous New Year - '63.
          Good luck - God Bless.
                    Sincerely always:

                    STAN LAUREL.
 

STAN LAUREL LETTERHEAD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                    DEC.29th.'62.
Dear Richard [Sloan]:
          Thanks yours 27th.inst.
Was intending to write you today to let you know I returned the Tape yesterday (28th) via Parcel post 4th.class mail as you mentioned there was no immediate hurry - I played the tape - frankly I was'nt too enthused over it - I guess I resented the disrespect & bad taste - I realise in this Country that its considered good humor to poke fun at the President - but people ABROAD do'nt understand such things - I feel it belittles the government & gives a false impression - anyway, this record will soon be forgotten like that overnight sensational song of the 20's "Dardenella" it will suddenly fade out completely.
          Note the L&H & Chuck [McCann] program is folding - Happy to know it wo'nt affect Chuck too much - he had a pretty good run with this, so he should'nt feel too bad about it.
          Re the photo in the L&H book (serene at 70.) I do'nt have a copy of this Richard, but suggest you have a copy made from the book the Zerox machine system, its a photo copy - excellent duplicates, check your local printer.
Re the L&H Placque - do'nt know what happened to that thing - I understand the Roach studio has been sold to some Real estate FIRM IN Hollywood - if the Museum people can acquire it - its OK with me.
          Congratulations on your winning two seats for the Bert Lahr show - glad you enjoyed it - Bert is a great comic - very talented, a really funny comic, have always admired him. Pleased its a HIT show.
          Hope you enjoyed a Merry Yuletide - Mrs L joins in wishing you & yours a wonderful New Year, lots of good health, success & happiness in 1963.
          Good luck Dick - God Bless.
                    As ever:

                    STAN LAUREL.

P.S. Love & best to Chuck & his Family.

POSTCARD - 849 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                    DEC.29th.'62.

Thanks Dean [Kaner] for your kind remembrance - I too wish you & yours a very Happy New Year - lots of good health & a successful 1963.
          Good luck:
                    Sincerely always:

                    STAN LAUREL.
 

NO LETTERHEAD - 25406 Malibu Rd., Malibu, CA - TYPEWRITTEN

                    DEC.31st.'62
Thanks Gary [Arnold] for your kind remembrance - I too wish you & yours a wonderful New Year, lots of good health & happiness in 1963.
                    Sincerely as ever:

                    STAN LAUREL.