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1961 Press Photo Representative Sam Rayburn at various stages of career

This is an original press photo. Representative Sam Rayburn, D-TX, 79-year-old Speaker of the House who is critically ill with cancer, is shown at various stages in his long political career. From left: As a Texas Congressman in 1934; wielding the gavel as Speaker in 1956; and at his 79th birthday party in Washington last January. Photo measures 10 x 8.25 inches. Photo is dated 10-05-1961.

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Historic Images Part Number: noo74152