Lunceford, Jimmie. (1902 - 1947) Signed PhotographSigned doubleweight photograph of the black band leader who died at 45 in 1947 when he suddenly collapsed; rumors persist that he was poisoned by a racist restaurant owner who was very reluctant to feed his band. A rare vintage glossy photograph of Lunceford, signed in fountain pen at the lower right: "To Bob Best wishes from Jimmie Lunceford 6 13 36." Pinholes at the corners, some corner wear and a slight diagonal crease, barely visible; overall