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Written January 22, 1949 while staying at the famous Hotel Taft in New York City, this letter was mailed via Air Mail to Mr. and Mrs. Roy L. Carter of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Interesting historical features include:
- Original Hotel Taft at Radio City illustrated stationery and envelope
- Dated January 22, 1949
- New York, NY postmark
- Original Air Mail stamp
- "BUY U.S. BONDS" slogan cancel
- Return address from Washington, D.C.
- Four-page handwritten family letter
The writers describe their trip to New York during the celebrations surrounding President Harry S. Truman's 1949 Presidential Inauguration. They mention:
- Watching the inaugural parade
- President Truman and Vice President Barkley riding in an open car
- Crowds and parade viewing
- Visit to Radio City Music Hall
- The stage show "A Lull & Three Views"
- Shopping and sightseeing in New York City
A wonderful piece for collectors of:
- Presidential inauguration memorabilia
- New York City history
- Hotel Taft memorabilia
- Radio City Music Hall
- Postal history
- Genealogy
- Vintage travel correspondence
Condition consistent with age. Please review all photos carefully for condition details.
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