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Discover a rare piece of political history with this authentic c1939 campaign letter and original envelope from Estes Kefauver, the Democratic nominee for Congress in Tennessee's Third Congressional District. This significant ephemera offers a direct glimpse into Kefauver's initial bid for the U.S. House of Representatives, highlighting his platform and appeal to the citizens of Chattanooga and the surrounding district. The letter, bearing a reproduction print of his signature, outlines his earnest desire to serve and represents a pivotal moment in his distinguished political career.
The letter, complete with its original mailing envelope, is addressed to Mr. J. H. Rolston of Lookout Mountain Blvd., Grandview, Tenn., offering a tangible connection to a voter from the era. It details Kefauver's commitment to fair representation and his lifelong Democratic principles, providing valuable insight into the political landscape of the late 1930s. This item is a must-have for collectors of political memorabilia, Tennessee history, or anyone interested in the foundational campaigns of prominent American politicians.
This item is from the family estate of Tennessee Senator Estes Kefauver. Estes also ran for President and vice President with Stevenson against Nixon/Eisenhower. At one time there was a fire in part of his childhood home. So this item may have some soot staining, discoloration/staining, creasing, has wear around the edges, may have a musty odor from storage with normal estate wear. Please see pictures/scans for more details. We have a large amount of ephemera from the Kefauver estate listed and or will be listing.
Measures approx. 11 by 8.5 inches
c1939 Estes Kefauver Chattanooga Congress Campaign Letter & Envelope Ephemera
$44.86
The letter, complete with its original mailing envelope, is addressed to Mr. J. H. Rolston of Lookout Mountain Blvd., Grandview, Tenn., offering a tangible connection to a voter from the era. It details Kefauver's commitment to fair representation and his lifelong Democratic principles, providing valuable insight into the political landscape of the late 1930s. This item is a must-have for collectors of political memorabilia, Tennessee history, or anyone interested in the foundational campaigns of prominent American politicians.
This item is from the family estate of Tennessee Senator Estes Kefauver. Estes also ran for President and vice President with Stevenson against Nixon/Eisenhower. At one time there was a fire in part of his childhood home. So this item may have some soot staining, discoloration/staining, creasing, has wear around the edges, may have a musty odor from storage with normal estate wear. Please see pictures/scans for more details. We have a large amount of ephemera from the Kefauver estate listed and or will be listing.
Measures approx. 11 by 8.5 inches