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Award

Object number2013.85.5 a,b

MediumMetal

Credit LineGift of Robert Worthington

DescriptionCircular medallion award with box.Dimensions(a) Height/Width: 2.5 ; Depth: .25; Circum: 8
(b) H/W: 4 ; D: 1 ; Height opened: 4.625
Inscriptions(a)
Embossed on obverse: "AMERICAN INSTITUTE FOR PUBLIC SERVICE / JEFFERSON AWARD" / embossed seal of the United States.

Embossed on reverse: "IN RECOGNITION / OF OUTSTANDING / PUBLIC SERVICE" followed by three engraved signatures: "Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis / Robert Taft, Jr. / Samuel S. Beard".

(b)
Underneath top is white satin with gold print: "FOR OUTSTANDING PUBLIC SERVICE / BENEFITTING LOCAL COMMUNITIES".
Historical NotesThis Jefferson award was presented to Walter C. Worthington. Walter C. Worthington was a playwright, poet, and historian based in Pittsburgh's Hill District neighborhood. After obtaining his education at Schenley High School and the University of Pittsburgh, Worthington worked as an actor and playwright. He supported local theater companies throughout his life, including the Pittsburgh Playhouse, The Curtaineers, a local acting troupe, and the Green Pastures Community Playhouse. Worthington married Leona M. Worthington in 1935, and the couple had two sons, Walter, Jr. and Robert. Walter Worthington was heavily involved with his local community, serving as Executive Secretary of the Hill District Community Council, President of the Hill District Citizens for the Poverty Program, and Chairman of Opportunities Industrialization Center.

Previous owner Walter C. Worthington (1910 - 1998)

Related institution American Institute for Public Service

Related person Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis

Related person Robert Taft Jr.

Related person Samuel S. Beard

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