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Truman, Harry S

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles / Historical Memorabilia Start Price:100.00 USD Estimated At:NA
Truman, Harry S
DEMO LOT
Truman, Harry S. Black and white 8 x 10 in. photo signed as President, in black ink below his feet. Also signed and inscribed by James A. Farley to John B. Wells. Photo has "Daily Mirror Photo" stamped on verso. Photo is in good condition, with overall wear, a large crease at left and a closed tear at upper right, but a wonderful photo of Truman.

Farley (1888-1976) had been FDR's Postmaster General and was the Democratic party boss of New York. In 1947 he was appointed by Truman to the Commission on Organization of the Executive Branch of the Government, also known as the Hoover Commission, which would lead to the development and ratification of the 22nd Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, establishing the modern executive term-limit laws.
Estimated Value $200 - 250.