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1987.225.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1987.225.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
WIN [Whip Inflation Now] Football
1987.225.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
1987.225.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum
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WIN [Whip Inflation Now] Football

Artifact ID1987.225.1
Object Type Football
Maker
Gifter
Date ca. 1974
Medium leather, paint, thread, rubber
DimensionsOverall Diam 13 1/2 in (34.3 cm )
Physical DescriptionA brown football displays white laces, black stitches, and three large white letters.
Historical NoteJames E. Houston of Akron, Ohio, personally presented this football to President Ford on a trip to Ohio on October 22, 1974.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to President 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 SeriesCongressional, Presidential, and Gubernatorial Campaign Artifacts (74627951)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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