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William H. Taft

A former president and future chief justice sends a small payment

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A former president and future chief justice sends a small payment

Second National Bank personal check, 8.5 x 3, filled out in another hand and signed by Taft, “Wm. H. Taft,” payable to Chas. Munro for $.80, December 3, 1917. Archivally double cloth matted with an attractive Fabian Bachrach portrait and framed to an overall size of 15.5 x 20.5. In fine condition, with small lower right corner crease, small spot of soiling, and expected cancellation holes. Delivered during his tenure as co-chair of the National War Labor Board, between his experience as President of the United States and his appointment as Chief Justice of the Supreme Court.

Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RRAuction COA.

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  • Dates: #361 - Ended September 15, 2010





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