1656. GEORGE BURNS Great entertainment association D.S. "George Burns", Beverly Hills, Feb. 11, 1942, a check from the business account of George Burns and Gracie Allen drawn on the Bank of America made out to orchestral leader Paul Whiteman in the amount of $900.00. This was likely a salary for serving as band leader on the Burns and Allen show. Cancellation stamp affects "Ge" of signature, else very good. $75-100