Whiteman, Paul. (1890-1967) Interesting Collection, including Autograph, Rare Photographs, and An Assortment of Sheet Music, 1914 - 37.An unusual group of materials from the influential orchestral leader and self dubbed "King of Jazz." 15 pieces, as follows: * A check signed by legendary entertainer George Burns to conductor composer Paul Whiteman, with the typed description "Music Arrangements Furnished for "Swan Soap" Broadcase of 2 17 42 "Continental," "Two in Love." Signed by Paul Whitman on the verso. Paul Whitman's reign as the declared King of Jazz was relatively short lived.