Facsimile of Detroit Free Press Printing Plate Honoring Henry Ford, July 30, 1938
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Artifact Overview
Henry Ford was not only recognized as an automotive industrialist; during his years in the public eye he was recognized by many civic and corporate associations. This plaque, declaring Henry Ford to be "Detroit's Greatest Citizen," was evidently one gift that was personally significant. Accession file notes state that this resided in, and was later recovered, from Mr. Ford's office.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Plaque (Flat object)
Date Made
30 July 1938
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Metal plate from the Detroit Free Press; mounted on marble base by Wright, Kay & Co. jewelers.
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
00.1510.6
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. From the Estate of Henry and Clara Ford.
Material
Felt (Textile)
Marble (Rock)
Nonferrous metal
Dimensions
Height: 20.5 in
Width: 1 in
Length: 16 in
Weight: 54 lbs
Inscriptions
Presented to Henry Ford, Detroit's greatest citizen, on the occasion of his 75th birthday by the Mayor and Common Council of the City of Detroit. July 30, 1938.
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