Presented in this lot is a collection of United States Political Ephemera circa 1890 to 1963, over twenty (20) pieces. Notable are two pieces in opposition to FDR's Third Term for President, particularly one of a speech given by US Senator Harry F. Byrd of Virginia, a Democrat. Of additional historical importance is an "Extract From Hearings before the Subcommittee Of The Committee On Appropriations United States Senate regarding the Navy Department Appropriation Bill 1936, the discussion involving Jeannette Rankin, Congresswoman from Montana. Rankin was the first woman to hold federal office in the United States. A lifelong pacifist, Rankin was the only member of Congress to vote against a declaration of war on Japan after the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941.
These pieces of United States Political Ephemera are in good overall condition, age tanning, foxing and slight tearing noted on some pieces. Largest piece measures 8.5"W x 13"L