A Century of Memories Auction
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/8/2009
More intriguing reading and paperwork, along with Hall of Fame signatures, are up for grabs here, with this lot from Henri Richard. It dates all the way back to October, 1955 and the Pocket Rocket's first NHL contract. A letter signed by Frank Selke and sent to the league's office reads "We are sending you herewith NHL contract between Club de Hockey Canadien Inc. and Henri Richard and shall appreciate receiving one copy for our records in due course." Meanwhile, a Nov. 29, 1956 document is also initialed by NHL president Clarence Campbell, explains Section 17 of NHL By-Laws, and is signed by Henri and Habs' secretary Lee Dillon. Two letters from Campbell to Selke (one signed, one initialed) inform him of the $25 fines that Richard was hit with for receiving a misconduct penalty (Feb. 26, 1960) and major cross-checking penalty (Nov. 19, 1963) and ask Selke to advise his player and remit the sums to the office. Finally, most interesting is a two-page document on Habs letterhead and dated Nov. 11, 1974. It appears to be a renegotiated contract replacing the deal agreed to in June of 1973. It calls for salaries of $65,000 (1973-74), $90,000 ('74-75) and $110,000 ('75-76), along with a lump sum payment of $160,000 upon retirement "in consideration of services rendered" and "in recognition of long service." Signed by Henri Richard and Habs' president Jacques Courtois, it contributes to another fascinating ensemble.
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