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Harry Truman twice-signed large photo, showing the newly elected President holding up the famous ''Chicago Daily Tribune'' newspaper that erroneously proclaimed his defeat. Silver gelatin photograph measures 13.25'' x 10.5'', upon which Truman writes ''They missed the boat? / HST'' and also ''To Arch Salyer / kind regards from / Harry S. Truman / 5-11-65''. Matte finish photo is taped on verso to mat board measuring 16'' x 14''. Photo is lightly creased, overall very good plus condition with bold signatures. A rare photo as signed by Truman, showcasing the worse newspaper blunder of the 20th century.
Harry Truman Twice-Signed 13.25'' x 10.5'' Photograph, Famously Showing Truman Holding Up the ''Dewey Defeats Truman'' Newspaper -- Truman Writes ''They missed the boat?''Harry Truman Twice-Signed 13.25'' x 10.5'' Photograph, Famously Showing Truman Holding Up the ''Dewey Defeats Truman'' Newspaper -- Truman Writes ''They missed the boat?''Harry Truman Twice-Signed 13.25'' x 10.5'' Photograph, Famously Showing Truman Holding Up the ''Dewey Defeats Truman'' Newspaper -- Truman Writes ''They missed the boat?''
Harry Truman Twice-Signed 13.25'' x 10.5'' Photograph, Famously Showing Truman Holding Up the ''Dewey Defeats Truman'' Newspaper -- Truman Writes ''They missed the boat?''
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Minimum Bid: $2,000
Final prices include buyers premium.: $3,025
Number Bids: 3
Auction closed on Thursday, December 12, 2019.
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