Vintage album page signed in fountain pen ink, "Best wishes Arthur Lee Simpkins." In very good condition.(1907-1972) Arthur Lee "Georgia Boy" Simpkins was an American singer.Originally from South Carolina, where he became known as the "Black Caruso" in reference to the opera singer Enrico Caruso, Simpkins performed in Augusta, Georgia, with his group Night Hawks.First gaining popularity in Chicago under the moniker "Georgia Boy", Simpkins performed a wide variety of music ranging from classic standards to operatic renditions, being able to perform not only in many different genres but in many different languages. In 1936, he recorded "Sing, Sing, Sing (with a Swing)" with Fletcher Henderson and His Orchestra.He sang at the 1964 memorial for Sam Cooke.Simpkins appeared on television regularly as a vocalist and performer, particularly on the series You Asked For It. Although Simpkins made many recordings, he fared better on the performing circuit in areas like Las Vegas and Los Angeles until his untimely death following a bladder operation.This lot came from the Jim Wiggins collection we purchased in July 2022. Jim Wiggins accumulated the most unique and valuable autograph collection over a period of 70-plus years. He obtained his collection either in person or by writing to persons of fame and notoriety. Comes with a full Letter of Authenticity from Todd Mueller Authentics.