Prodigiously talented and versatile athlete (1911–1956), widely regarded as the greatest of her gender, who excelled in numerous sports and achieved particular distinction in golf and track and field events. Lot of two items: Original printed program for the Tenth Olympiad in Los Angeles, 4.5 x 10.5, 1932, signed later on the cover in ballpoint, “Babe Didrikson”; and a vintage printed folder from the Soreno Hotel in St. Petersburg, Florida, 8.75 x 11.5, signed in fountain pen, “Good golfing, Babe D. Zaharias.” Didrikson won two gold medals at the 1932 Olympics (javelin and hurdles) and was denied a third in a controversial decision by the judges in the high jump event. In fine condition, with a touch of soiling, subtle handling wear, and a few very faint spots to program, and toning, a touch of handling wear, and a few trivial spots of soiling and tiny edge tear to folder. COA Steve Grad/PSA/DNA and R&R COA.
