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1987.224.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1987.224.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1974 University of Notre Dame Fighting Irish Signed Football
1987.224.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1987.224.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

1974 University of Notre Dame Fighting Irish Signed Football

Artifact ID1987.224.1
Object Type Football
Maker (founded 1914)
Gifter
Date ca. 1974
Medium leather, paint, ink, cotton, rubber
DimensionsOverall Diam 11 in (27.9 cm )
Physical DescriptionA brown and white football displays black stitches, white laces, and team members' autographs in black and blue ink. Two letters outlined in black are on the center of the white portion of the ball.
Historical NoteThis football was gifted to President Ford in 1974. It was autographed by the 1974 University of Notre Dame Fighting Irish football team, including Ken MacAfee, Ara Parseghian, and Tom Clements.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to President Gerald R. Ford during his term in office. It was received through the Executive Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in September 1981 for deposit with the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum.
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesPublic Gifts Given to President Gerald R. Ford (74639696)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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