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2 Newspaper Vendor Passes
image courtesy of the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA.
2 Newspaper Vendor Passes
image courtesy of the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA.

2 Newspaper Vendor Passes

Artifact IDMO 2003.11.1-.2
Object Type Pass
Date 1961
Medium cardboard
DimensionsOverall H 5 in x W 3 in (12.7 cm x 7.6 cm)
Physical DescriptionPink rectangular passes with metal grommet at top center, individually numbered 416 and 417. Passes read, 1961 / Inauguration / Newspaper Vendor / The Bearer: / is authorized to sell NEWSPAPERS / in the Reviewing Stands and Else- / where on the Highways of the District / of Columbia on January 20, 1961, / EXCEPT: / In the Capitol Grounds and in the / Roadway Along the Inaugural / Parade Route. The signature of Robert V. Murray / Chief of Police, /Washington, D.C. is printed at lower right corner of passes. Verso contains note regarding vendor authorization and restrictions.
Additional Details
Credit LineJohn F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum, Boston, MA
National Archives Catalog CollectionJohn F. Kennedy Library Museum Collection (National Archives Identifier 1676934)
National Archives Catalog SeriesPolitical Memorabilia (National Archives Identifier 1677287)
Use Restriction StatusUnrestrictedUse Restriction NoteReproduction or other use of these holdings or images thereof is unrestricted.
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