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Stan Laurel typed letter signed to a fan, answering a myriad of questions regarding the Laurel & Hardy movies. Dated 24 July 1962 on letterhead from the Oceana hotel in Santa Monica, where Laurel lived, he writes in part, ''...No trick photography was used for stretching Hardy in 'The Bohemian Girl' film - at the finish the character was on Stilts (a double walked in on them & Hardy did the Close Up shots. I of course was short (On my knees.)...No, L&H never worked with Chaplin in films or Arbuckle. I worked with Charlie in Vaudeville as you know. 3. Have no idea why films are not shot in continuity. The director may have some particular reason but we preferred to shoot in continuity...4. Hardy & I appeared on TV a couple of times in England (London. BBC.) for the purpose of interviews. & once in Hollywood for 'This is your Life' program. Jimmy Finlayson was a very nice person - nothing like his character, we were very fond of Jimmy, a great comic...[signed] Stan Laurel''. Two page letter on two sheets measures 5.5'' x 8.5''. With original mailing envelope, both in very good plus condition. Very charming letter showing Laurel's generous personality and commitment to his fans.
Stan Laurel Letter Signed -- ''...No trick photography was used for stretching Hardy in 'The Bohemian Girl'...I worked with Charlie [Chaplin] in Vaudeville...''
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