John F Kennedy Acceptance Letter to the Peace Corps May 22nd 1961 Framed
Stinson & Company is a traditional old school antique pawn shop located in Historic Portland Maine. We specialize in the sale of Antiques, Collectables, Gold & Silver Bullion, Jewelry, Diamonds, US Coins & Paper Currency, Vintage Guitars, Celebrity Memorabilia, Historical Items, Clocks, Watches, Glass & Pottery and many other items of value at the fairest prices. You will always find some of the most interesting items from week to week. Add us to your favorites and check back often. Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 John F Kennedy Acceptance Letter to the Peace Corps May 22nd 1961 ~ Free Shipping ~ Up for sale today is this Original John F Kennedy Acceptance Letter to the Peace Corps Dated May 22nd 1961. This is a very interesting piece. Comes framed and matted with original Western Union telegraph and a newspaper article explaining why the recipient turned it down for a scholarship instead. The letter is on White House Letter Head and has JFK's signature in autopen. The newspaper article reads "A misunderstood and misquotes volunteer has set the record straight about why he changed his mind and will not enter the Peace Corps. Edward Merritt Blake of 10063 Reevsbury Dr Beverly Hills, told The Citizen News the reason he turned down the offer had nothing to do with not wanting to build sewers in Colombia, as had been reported. The decision was based on having received a graduate scholarship from the Walcott Foundations to study international relations for a year at George Washington University in Washington DC. It was reported that Blake who attended Pennsylvania Star University and was graduated from Prinicipia College in Elsha Ill, with a bachelor’s degree in English and history , would not enter the Peace Corps because he had volunteered as a teacher and would be put on a work crew. The unpopularity of such an attitude was evident, according to Blake, who said he received several postcards yesterday afternoon after the incorrect information appeared in a morning newspaper. The correct story is that as soon as Blake received word from the Peace Corps that he had been accepted he got in touch with the headquarters in Washington DC. He talked to Sergent Schriver, who is in charge of the Peace Corps operations, and then with Ted Kennedy, Schrivers assistant about his problem. Kennedy said since Blakes aim was to join the Foreign Service he would like to check with the State Department before rendering an opinion. After checking the young brother of the President wired Blake to take the scholarship. He also requested that Blake keep in touch with the Peace Corps concerning his future plans. So you see, they (The Peace Corps) actually made the decision, said Blake. Blake who is 25 and not 26 as was stated, is currently working in the merchandising department of station KTTV. He is also attending UCLA summer school." Please make note Free Shipping as well as upgraded shipping methods are for lower 48 US Destinations. Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico and Guam may incur additional shipping charges due to size and weight of the item purchased. inkfrog terapeak Listing and template services provided by inkFrog
Specifications
| Return Shipping Will Be Paid By | Seller |
| All Returns Accepted | Returns Accepted |
| Item Must Be Returned Within | 30 Days |
| President | John F. Kennedy |
| Type | Letter |
| Signed | Yes |
| Year | 1961 |
Stinson & Company is a traditional old school antique pawn shop located in Historic Portland Maine. We specialize in the sale of Antiques, Collectables, Gold & Silver Bullion, Jewelry, Diamonds, US Coins & Paper Currency, Vintage Guitars, Celebrity Memorabilia, Historical Items, Clocks, Watches, Glass & Pottery and many other items of value at the fairest prices. You will always find some of the most interesting items from week to week. Add us to your favorites and check back often. Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 John F Kennedy Acceptance Letter to the Peace Corps May 22nd 1961 ~ Free Shipping ~ Up for sale today is this Original John F Kennedy Acceptance Letter to the Peace Corps Dated May 22nd 1961. This is a very interesting piece. Comes framed and matted with original Western Union telegraph and a newspaper article explaining why the recipient turned it down for a scholarship instead. The letter is on White House Letter Head and has JFK’s signature in autopen. The newspaper article reads “A misunderstood and misquotes volunteer has set the record straight about why he changed his mind and will not enter the Peace Corps. Edward Merritt Blake of 10063 Reevsbury Dr Beverly Hills, told The Citizen News the reason he turned down the offer had nothing to do with not wanting to build sewers in Colombia, as had been reported. The decision was based on having received a graduate scholarship from the Walcott Foundations to study international relations for a year at George Washington University in Washington DC. It was reported that Blake who attended Pennsylvania Star University and was graduated from Prinicipia College in Elsha Ill, with a bachelor’s degree in English and history , would not enter the Peace Corps because he had volunteered as a teacher and would be put on a work crew. The unpopularity of such an attitude was evident, according to Blake, who said he received several postcards yesterday afternoon after the incorrect information appeared in a morning newspaper. The correct story is that as soon as Blake received word from the Peace Corps that he had been accepted he got in touch with the headquarters in Washington DC. He talked to Sergent Schriver, who is in charge of the Peace Corps operations, and then with Ted Kennedy, Schrivers assistant about his problem. Kennedy said since Blakes aim was to join the Foreign Service he would like to check with the State Department before rendering an opinion. After checking the young brother of the President wired Blake to take the scholarship. He also requested that Blake keep in touch with the Peace Corps concerning his future plans. So you see, they (The Peace Corps) actually made the decision, said Blake. Blake who is 25 and not 26 as was stated, is currently working in the merchandising department of station KTTV. He is also attending UCLA summer school.” Please make note Free Shipping as well as upgraded shipping methods are for lower 48 US Destinations. Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico and Guam may incur additional shipping charges due to size and weight of the item purchased. inkfrog terapeak Listing and template services provided by inkFrog
