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1988.1030.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1988.1030.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
Bicentennial Envelope
1988.1030.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI
1988.1030.1; Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, Grand Rapids, MI

Bicentennial Envelope

Artifact ID1988.1030.1
Object Type Envelope
Gifter
Maker (Fort Lauderdale, FL)
Date 1975
Medium paper, ink, textile, wood, paint
DimensionsOverall H 8 1/2 in x W 10 3/4 in x D 1/2 in (21.6 cm x 27.3 cm x 1.3 cm )
Physical DescriptionCommemorative envelope in black frame with red backing. Proper left side of envelope features address, stamp, and postmark. Proper right half of envelope features the Seal of United States War Office, an image of U.S. Army Reserve building in Fort Lauderdale, and an image of Alexander Nininger Jr. along the bottom, proper right to proper left. The Seal of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, a description of the Niniger Center's bicentennial programming, and the bicentennial seal are featured along the top half of proper right side, proper right to proper left.Additional Details
Custodial History NoteThe general public gifted the item 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 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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