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1939 NEW YORK WORLDS FAIR ADMINISTRATIVE DOCUMENT

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1939 NEW YORK WORLDS FAIR ADMINISTRATIVE DOCUMENT

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Description

A 1939 New York Worlds Fair certificate verifying that Major Norman M. Lack was appointed member of the National Advisory Committee for the State of Delaware. The document is signed by the Fairs secretary and president Grover Whalen, as well as stamped with the golden seal. The 1939 New York Worlds Fair themed Dawn of a New Day was held in Queens and was the second-most expensive American worlds fair of all time. The fair was closed earlier due to the beginning of the World War II. Black frame. Collectible Mid Century Americana, Papers And Documents, WWII.

Dimensions: Overall size: Frame 17 1/4 x 13 3/4 in. Image 15 3/4 x 12 1/4 in. All measurements are approximate.

Condition

Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.

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1939 NEW YORK WORLDS FAIR ADMINISTRATIVE DOCUMENT

Name: 1939 NEW YORK WORLDS FAIR ADMINISTRATIVE DOCUMENT
SKU: 152787130
Price: 40 USD
Availability: InStock

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