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1991.89; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1991.89; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1976 Professional Bowl Game Autographed Football
1991.89; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1991.89; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum

1976 Professional Bowl Game Autographed Football

Artifact ID1991.89
Object Type Football
Maker (founded 1914)
Gifter
Date ca.1975
Medium leather, ink, cotton, rubber, thread
DimensionsOverall Diam 11 1/4 in (28.6 cm )
Physical DescriptionA brown and white football displays black stitches, white laces, and players' autographs in red ink.
Historical NoteIra Eshleman and his son, Paul Eshleman, of Boca Raton, Florida, presented this football to President Gerald R. Ford on February 24, 1976. It is signed by players who participated in the Professional Bowl Game on January 26, 1976. Notable signatures include Dan Dierdorf, Ken Houston, Paul Krause, Tom Mack, Merlin Olsen, Charley Sanders, Charley Taylor, Roger Wehrli, Rayfield Wright, Ron Yary, and Jack Youngblood.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to President Gerald R. Ford during his term in office. It was presented to Ford and was maintained at the Executive Office of the President 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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