$960
A two page letter (recto and verso) dated October 26, 1942 from Eleanor “Bebe” Goddard to Norma Jeane during her marriage to Jim Dougherty. In part reading (sic): “I know I’ve been awful at writing but I think of you so much…Jimmy and I are still getting along swell…I’ll write to you again next week if it kills me and tell you how my blind date goes… tell your lord and master (ha! ha! I mean Jimmy Dougherty) hello for me.” Together with original transmittal envelope dated October 30, 1942. Eleanor Goddard was Marilyn’s foster sister and was among the few close to her in her early life before fame and her transformation to Marilyn Monroe. The pair lived in a series of foster homes and spent several years together in Van Nuys, at the home of Goddard's father. They remained friendly until Marilyn’s death in 1962. 7 by 11 inches. PROVENANCE: From the collection of Eleanor Goddard. Categories: Marilyn Monroe
Auctioneer:
Juliens Auctions
Date:
2006-12-16
