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1989.499.2; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1989.499.2; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Bicentennial Back Scratcher
1989.499.2; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1989.499.2; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Bicentennial Back Scratcher

Artifact ID1989.499.2
Object Type Scratcher, Back
Maker (Homer City, PA)
Gifter
Date ca. 1975
Medium wood, ink, textile
DimensionsOverall H 21 1/4 in x W 1 1/8 in x D 1/2 in (54 cm x 2.9 cm x 1.3 cm )
Physical DescriptionA wooden back scratcher displays lines of brown text; it is attached to a loop made of brown fabric.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item to First Lady Betty Ford during her husband's 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 SeriesBicentennial Gifts Given to President Gerald R. Ford (74627594)
Use Restriction Status Unrestricted
Use Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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