Letter, Patsy Montana

 
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letter to Patsy Montana
Letter, Patsy Montana
letter to Patsy Montana
letter to Patsy Montana

Letter, Patsy Montana

Object number1996.017.55
DateAugust 28, 1944
Mediumpaper and ink
DimensionsOverall: 8 1/2 x 11 in. (21.6 x 27.9 cm)
Credit LineOld State House Museum Collection
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    DescriptionTypewritten letter sent to Patsy Montana from Don McKiernan dated August 28, 1944. This letter is expressing appreciation from the Treasury Department for her many war efforts in Illinois. Type is in blue and signature is in brown ink.

    Patsy Montana was born Ruby Rose Blevins on October 30, 1908 in Beaudry, Arkansas and grew up near Hope, Arkansas. She was a singer and musician. She performed on various national radio shows including the popular, National Barn Dance”. She also appeared in several movies. Montana died May 3, 1996.
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