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John F. Kennedy Western Union telegram sent during his tenure as U.S. Senator, conveying condolences to Mr. Hal Beaton of Escanaba, Michigan. The message, dated November 17, 1959, reads in part: “I am greatly shocked at the sad news. Please accept my deepest sympathy.” It is signed in type at the conclusion, “Senator Jack Kennedy.”

This original Western Union form reflects official senatorial correspondence, sent via Kennedy’s personal account, and retains its full period format including transmission markings, routing notations, and service classifications. Such condolence telegrams illustrate Kennedy’s personal engagement with constituents and supporters during his Senate years.

Fine condition.

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Includes a full letter of authenticity from JG Autographs, Inc.

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Reference sku: 11675 1413942-1