Button, Campaign
Object number2015.22.1610
Date1950
Mediummetal; paper; celluloid; ink
Credit LineThe Elaine B. and Carl Krasik Collection of Pennsylvania and Presidential Political Memorabilia
DescriptionCircular metal celluloid open-back button with horizontal, clasped pinback. Front features an off-white center, with red band of color around outside. Blue text throughout front, and black painted metal backing.DimensionsDiameter x Depth: 3 × 0.375 in. (7.6 × 1 cm)InscriptionsBlack text on front reads: "FORWARD / With / MYERS & DILWORTH / VOTE / STRAIGHT DEMOCRATIC".
MarksUnion label reads: "ALLIED PRINTING / TRADES [UNION / LABEL] COUNCIL / PHILADELPHIA".
Related person
Richardson K. Dilworth
Related person
Francis J. Myers
Related institution
Democratic Party
Related institution
Allied Printing
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