Object Record
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Metadata
Object Name |
Button, Political |
Catalog Number |
1987.27.125 |
Date |
1936 |
Material(s) |
Tinplate |
Dimensions |
H-0.8 W-0.8 inches |
Description |
This is a lithographed button with a straight pin enclosure. There is white and blue text that reads "LANDON/DEEDS/NOT/DEFICITS". It is in support of Alfred Landon's 1936 campaign for President. The top half of the button has a dark blue background, while the other half was likely a white or cream-colored background. |
Notes |
Republican Alf Landon lost the 1936 presidential election to President Franklin Roosevelt. |
Collection |
Drexell R. Davis Collection |
Event |
1936 United States Presidential Election |
People |
St. Louis Button Company Landon, Alfred |
Subjects |
Politics & government Politicians Political campaigns Political candidates Political elections Elections |
Search Terms |
Political button Button, Political Politics Politics & government Political candidates political campaigns Political elections Elections |
Physical Holder |
Kentucky Historical Society - KHS |