Created by
Western Union, founded 1851
Subject of
Gibson, Althea, American, 1927 - 2003
Baker, Bertram L., American, 1898 - 1985
Robinson, Sugar Ray, American, 1921 - 1989
Date
August 6, 1951
Medium
ink on paper (fiber product)
Dimensions
H x W: 5 15/16 x 8 in. (15.1 x 20.3 cm)
Description
A telegram sent to Bertram Baker from Alice Phillips, secertary to Sugar Ray Robinson. A handwritten "Congratulations" appears before the closing.
Transcription Center Status
Transcription Available
Place depicted
New York City, New York, United States, North and Central America
Classification
Documents and Manuscripts
Type
telegrams
Topic
Athletes
Communication
Sports
Tennis
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
Object number
2009.27.3.6
Restrictions & Rights
No Known Copyright Restrictions
Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd5c1f9afcd-94ac-4b83-b286-5cf50ae1af47

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