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1987.569; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1987.569; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1978 Northern Michigan University Wildcats Signed Football
1987.569; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1987.569; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

1978 Northern Michigan University Wildcats Signed Football

Artifact ID1987.569
Object Type Football
Maker (founded 1914)
Date ca.1978
Medium leather, paint, ink, cotton, rubber
DimensionsOverall Diam 11 1/4 in (28.6 cm )
Physical DescriptionA brown and white football displays black stitches, white laces, and team members' autographs in gold ink. A hand-written message in blue ink is on the white portion of the ball.
Historical NoteThe Northern Michigan University Wildcats football team gifted this autographed football to former President Gerald R. Ford in 1978.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to President Gerald R. Ford after his term in office. The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library and Museum received the item in 1987.
Credit LineGift of Northern Michigan University's Football Team
National Archives Catalog CollectionGerald R. Ford Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 620931)
National Archives Catalog SeriesArtifacts Related to the Post-Presidential Life of Gerald R. Ford (620939)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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