Latest Pop Song Hits - No. 111 (Tyrone Power and Sonja Henie Edition)
Vintage Magazine / Ephemera on newsprint paper • Published by Song Hits, Inc. (Cover photograph likely a studio publicity still from 20th Century Fox)
Style & Movement
Mid-20th Century Commercial Graphic Design / Hollywood Art Deco Influence
Medium & Technique
Letterpress and offset lithography printing on pulp paper stock
Creation Period
Circa 1937–1939 (based on the film collaboration of Tyrone Power and Sonja Henie)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 9 x 12 inches; Portrait format, saddle-stitched booklet
Subject Description
Promotional songbook featuring Hollywood stars Tyrone Power and Sonja Henie. The composition utilizes a photographic central portal framed by musical silhouettes (conductors, trumpeters) and decorative stars, advertising 'Radio, Stage, and Screen' lyrics.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair to Good; significant aging and physical wear consistent with low-quality pulp paper longevity
Estimated Market Value
$15.00 - $35.00 USD
Auction Estimate
$10.00 - $25.00 USD
Provenance History
Mass-produced retail ephemera; typically sold at newsstands for 10 cents
Art Historical Significance
A representative example of Pre-WWII fan culture and the 'Golden Age of Hollywood' marketing. It documents the transition of musical popularity from sheet music to lyrical digests and the cross-promotion of stars across different media platforms.
Notable Features
Includes the 10-cent retail price and 'Edition No. 111' marking; notable for featuring Sonja Henie, the Olympic skater turned film star, alongside matinee idol Tyrone Power.
Condition Issues
Significant paper loss at the upper left corner; yellowing/toning due to high acid content in pulp paper; minor chipping and tattered edges; vertical creasing near the spine.
Conservation Recommendations
Store in an acid-free, archival-grade mylar sleeve with a buffered backing board. Keep away from direct UV light and high humidity to prevent further acidification and brittle fragmentation.