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William O. Douglas autographed First Day Cover (FDC), commemorating the 100th anniversary of the birth of Charles Evans Hughes, former Chief Justice of the United States. The cover bears the four-cent Charles Evans Hughes commemorative postage stamp, canceled April 11, 1962, in Washington, D.C., on its first day of issue.

Personally signed "W. O. Douglas" in blue ink across the upper center of the cover.

The attractive commemorative cachet features a portrait of Charles Evans Hughes alongside an illustration of the United States Supreme Court chamber, highlighting Hughes's distinguished service as Governor of New York, United States Secretary of State, and Chief Justice of the United States.

An appealing Supreme Court collectible signed by Douglas during his tenure on the Warren Court, when he was among the Court's most influential advocates of civil liberties and individual rights.

Fine condition.

William Orville Douglas (1898–1980) was an Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court from 1939 to 1975. Appointed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt, Douglas served for more than 36 years, establishing the record for the longest tenure of any Supreme Court Justice in American history.

Known for his strong defense of civil liberties, freedom of speech, and environmental conservation, Douglas participated in numerous landmark constitutional decisions, including Griswold v. Connecticut (1965). Before joining the Supreme Court, he served as Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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Reference sku: 11700 1419379-1