Lot 183
Chavez, Cesar Estrada (1927-1993) Founder of the United Farm Workers Union; president of the United Farm Workers of America, AFL-CIO. Chavez' boycott of California grapes and other fruit led to recognition of the Union and better working and living conditions for migrant farm workers. Very fine. Typed Letter Signed as president of United Farm Workers of America AFL-CIO, on UFW letterhead, 1p, 10'x8", Keene, California, 1974 Dec. 7. To Selwyn Gamble, sending him a copy of the Union's newspaper, "Malcriado," and a UFW flag, and pleading for support for the farm workers' cause. In part: "..It would mean so much to the arm workers if the concern you expressed in your letter for our struggle would be put into action by your help in spreading the word of the boycott of grapes, head lettuce and Gallo wines…." The 9"x11¾" red, white and black flag is signed by Chavez and is perhaps a unique memento of this labor hero. The letter and flag are matted with the newspaper and an image of Chavez and framed to an overall size of 32"x31". Ready for display.
Estimated Value $600 - 800.
Ex: James Ruddy Collection.
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