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Dick Clark's rock'n'roll memorabilia up for auction [audio 2min]

Would you like Bruce Springsteen's guitar? How about John Lennon's Nehru suit? They belong to Dick Clark, who hosted the TV show American Bandstand for three decades. Once called America's oldest teenager, Clark is now 77 and recently suffered a stroke. His immense collection of rock'n'roll memorabilia is up for auction Tuesday and Wednesday in New York City. The collection includes Bob Dylan's harmonica, Elton John's shoes, Paul McCartney's guitar, Bo Didley's handmade guitar, and a white, tassled poncho worn by Janice Joplin. There are autographed shoes of Fred Astair, hair clippings from Elvis, and even Clark's famous slim, white microphone. Webpage includes extended report, photos.
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