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Autographs of 6 Ohio 1940s Politicians – Burton, Lausche, Etc.
Lot 264. Autographs of 6 Ohio 1940s Politicians – Burton, Lausche, Etc. Harold H. Burton’s life and political career took him from Massachusetts, where he was born, to the North Pole, where he accompanied Robert Peary on several expeditions, to Ohio, where he served as mayor of Cleveland, to Washington, D.C. In the national’s capital, he represented Ohio in the U.S. Senate from 1941-45, when President Truman appointed him to the U.S. Supreme Court as an associate justice. On an unlined index card, Burton, a Republican, wrote to a constituent: “This is a critical time in which we can all contribute to the cause of America – if only to keep up faith in one another and in God. Sound homes are the foundation of America.” Another signer also served as mayor of Cleveland and then as a U.S. Senator, Democrat Frank J. Lausche. He was the state’s governor from 1945-47 and 49-57. His senate service ran from 1957-69. Lausche signed a typed note on an index card to a constituent. Among the other signers are three Members of Congress, Cliff Clevenger (R, 1939-59), Charles Elston (R, 1939-53) and J. Harry McGregor (R, 1940-58). Also, Thomas A. Burke, signed as mayor of Cleveland. A Democrat, he served in the U.S. Senate 1953-54. The signatures are mint 9s and gem mint 10s on unlined index cards. Except for the Elston autograph, they are personalized. These autographs come with a Letter of Authenticity from Collectible Classics. They came from a reliable consignor, and we believe them to be authentic. The winning bidder will have 50 days from the close of the auction to have them checked by a reliable third party. After May 11, 2012, they may not be returned.
Minimum Bid $15.
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