Glass, Drinking
Object number2015.22.1985
Date1958
MediumGlass; Ink; Vinyl
Credit LineThe Elaine B. and Carl Krasik Collection of Pennsylvania and Presidential Political Memorabilia
DescriptionCircular colorless glass drinking glass. On the front there is a black and white vinyl cutout of a man. On the back there is black in the center and red text on the top and bottom rim of the glass, framed by red hearts. DimensionsHeight x Diameter: 5.125 x 2.938 in. (13 x 7.5 cm)InscriptionsRed text on the back reads: "W*E*L*C*O*M*E / [black text] / HARRY A. PAGANO / GEN. CHAIRMAN".
Black text on back reads: "TO THE BANQUET HONORING / HIS EXCELLENCY THE GOVERNOR AND / MRS.GEORGE M. LEADER, WHO WILL, / LATER THIS EVENING, LEAD THE / GRAND MARCH OF THE 57TH ANNUAL / GALE HOUSE BALL. / FEBRUARY 14, 1958".
Historical NotesRan for the Pennsylvania State Senate in 1950 and won the 28th district seat. Ran for state treasurer in 1952 but lost. Was the 36th Pennsylvania governor from January 18, 1955, until January 20, 1959.
Related institution
Democratic Party
Related person
George M. Leader
(1918 - 2013)
Related person
Harry A. Pagano
Related institution
Pennsylvania State Senate
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1958
1989-2006
Federal Glass Company
Irene Pasinski Sailer
Stella Marrs
1969