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Photograph was edited for publication purposes Sammy Cahn was a burlesque violinist who wrote some of America's favorite songs and won four Academy Awards, three Oscars, and an Emmy for his tunes. He was considered the nation's highest-paid songwriter, often earning more than $1,000 a word. In addition, Mr. Cahn penned lyrics for Broadway musicals, television musicals and children's shows. Photograph shows noted songwriter Sammy Cahn, wearing a checkered shirt and a black jacket. Photograph dated March 17, 1961.
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1 photographic print :b&w ;21 x 13 cm. Photographic prints
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