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Lot #59:

Important JFK Statement Outlining Negotiations That Would Later Become the Nuclear Test Ban Treaty -- 22 August 1961

John F. Kennedy original document, from the Office of the White House Press Secretary dated 22 August 1961. JFK states his support for a nuclear test ban treaty with the Soviet Union as Ambassador Arthur H. Dean travels to Geneva. Reads in part, ''Our proposed treaty carries hope for our country and for the world, for relief from great dangers...'' Release is a mimeograph made by the Press Office from the original typed document. Single page measures 8.5'' x 11''. Near fine condition.