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14" (36 cm.) x 11". The large-format photograph depicts Shirley Temple pinning the official Police Force badge on famed Hollywood gossip columnist and radio personality, Jimmie Fidler. The photograph is autographed "To the most charming Chief of Police - Shirley. From her most loyal policeman who wishes her this superlative wish. That she may always remain as lovable as she is. Jimmie Fidler". Along with a typed letter to her on letterhead stationery of James Marion Fidler of Hollywood, dated October 26, 1937, reading "Dear Chief Shirley, I haven't forgotten to wear my badge and I haven't lost it or given it away. I still have it. However, I would like to contribute this little check to your milk fund, just to take care of future times when I may forget. Best wishes from your loyal policeman, Jimmie Fidler".