Telegram to Walt Fensch


Here is a telegram to my grandfather, requesting a musician from his band. Note the salary for the gig: $22.50... BIG money for the 1930s (especially considering that many guys don't get paid one thin dime for playing today!).

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  1. AnonymousApril 12, 2007 at 1:17 PM

    Hi Mondo Loco,
    My name is Marianne Sanderson-Biliski. I am the daughter of Everett Sanderson. I googled my dad's name and your info re your grandfather came up! I would like to communicate with you re my dad. Email me: mbiliski@proskauer.com. Regards.

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  2. Marianne Biliski SandersonMarch 11, 2015 at 11:22 PM

    My new email is mother929@gmail.com. I see you posted the telegram I sent you from my dad to your grandfather Walt Fensch. Regards, Marianne Biliski-Sanderson

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  3. Marianne Biliski SandersonJune 20, 2018 at 9:58 AM

    My father is the Everett Sanderson who sent the telegram to your grandfather. Would like to communicate with you about my dad if you wish. Regards. Marianne

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