Signature / Unsigned Photograph.
Eisenhower's secretary of commerce (1953-58) also served Massachusetts in the U.S. Senate. Item #19111
Bold signature in blue ballpoint, heavy stock 5" X 3" card, n.p., 1971 March 3. Fine. With original envelope. Accompanied by a superb original black-and-white glossy 9" X 7" news agency photograph. Choice image of a seated President Eisenhower at center of his entire cabinet , seated to his sides and standing behind him. Original printed text (neatly attached to verso) dates this January 12, 1953, and under the headline "Eisenhower and Full Cabinet Meet for First Time" the scene is described: "President-Elect Dwight Eisenhower today assembled for the first time his entire cabinet, to chart the course his administration will steer when it takes over the reins of government in eight days...." All are identified, and Weeks is standing ar rear between Ike's assistant Sherman Adams and Secretary of Interior Douglas McKay. Near fine. An outstanding pair.
Price: $75.00