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1989.75.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1989.75.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1977 Alfred P. Sloan, Jr. Memorial Award
1989.75.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1989.75.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

1977 Alfred P. Sloan, Jr. Memorial Award

Artifact ID1989.75.1
Object Type Award
Maker
Artist (1904-1998)
Date 1977
Medium wood, polish, metal
DimensionsOverall H 13 in x W 9 1/2 in x D 1 in (33 cm x 24.1 cm x 2.5 cm )
Physical DescriptionA vertical rectangular wooden plaque features a raised bronze image of a man's profile above curvy text. A rectangular horizontal piece of metal below it displays rows of engraved text.
Historical NoteThe American Cancer Society presented First Lady Betty Ford with this award on June 2, 1977 at their fifth Alfred P. Sloan Jr. Memorial Award Dinner. She received the plaque for her efforts on behalf of cancer control.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteFirst Lady Betty Ford received this plaque on June 2, 1977. She donated it to the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum in 1989.
Credit LineGift of First Lady Betty Ford
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesPublic Gifts Given to President Gerald R. Ford (74639696)
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