Clip, Tie
Object number2012.32.5
Date1970-1979
Mediumbrass; plastic
Credit LineGift of Dale Yessler
DescriptionCircular brass tie clip.Dimensions1.625 x 0.625 x 1.625 x 5.25 in. (4.1 x 1.6 x 4.1 x 13.3 cm)InscriptionsBlue print: STAISEY / FOERSTER".
MarksMaker's mark on reverse, bottom "HIT U.S.A."
Historical NotesStaisey-Foerster tie clip, Tom Foerster and Leonard Staisey were local politicians (Democrats) who were frequent legislative partners. In the 1970s, they were the Allegheny County Commissioners (Staisey’s years as CC 1968-1976, Foerster was CC into the 1980s) and created a legacy of development including the airport, social service networks, rapid transit systems, county parks, and the Community College of Allegheny County. Foerster was a crucial supporter of the development of the Senator John Heinz History Center from the Historical Society of Western Pennsylvania.
Related person
Leonard C. Staisey
(1920 - 1990)
Related person
Thomas J. Foerster
(1927 - 2000)
Related person
Democratic Party
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