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Western Union telegram from ''Rebel Without a Cause'' director Nick Ray to James Dean. Dated 8 February 1955 with ''REBEL WITHOUT A CAUSE'' at top of telegram, Ray wishes Dean ''Happy Birthday wherever you are. Please call me collect. / Nick Ray''. At this time, Ray was wooing Dean to star in ''Rebel'', a role that Dean was thinking of turning down. Telegram measures 8.25'' x 6.125''. Toning, else near fine. From the estate of James Dean's agent, Jane Deacy.
Telegram to James Dean from ''Rebel Without a Cause'' Director Nick Ray -- Ray Sends Dean Birthday Wishes, with ''REBEL WITHOUT A CAUSE'' Typed at Top
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