$288
A first edition copy of History of the Tuna Club by Farrington, et al. (Appleton Publishing, 1948). The authors mention Stan Laurel as a member of the Catalina Island-based Island club and as a one-button recipient. Laurel earned his gold button for catching a 258-pound marlin swordfish per club regulations of rod, reel, line and heavy tackle. The book is marked "Rand Brooks" on cover endpaper. Actor Rand Brooks was the first husband of Laurel's daughter, Lois. Includes a 20 by 10 inch vintage photograph of the attendees of the Tuna Club's Winter Dinner at the Bel-Air Country Club, March 12, 1948, with Stan Laurel seated rear center. 10 1/4 by 7 1/4 inches PROVENANCE From the Collection of Lois Laurel Hawes Categories:
Auctioneer:
Juliens Auctions
Date:
2014-03-03
