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Important Rosa Parks Archive, Gibson Guitar & Estates

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Block Auction House presents an Important Winter Estates Auction highlighted by the Rosa Parks Congressional Career Archive, documenting Parks’ professional life in Detroit following her historic civil rights leadership. Presented during Black History Month, the sale features African and African American material, a 1966 Gibson ES-335TD, and handcrafted model ships by Otto J. Kirchner. Additional offerings include estate jewelry, fine art, decorative arts, and furniture. Live, online-only on February 27th at 12:00 PM EDT. Block Auction House info@blockauctionhouse.com
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Rosa Parks – Three U.S. House of Representatives Earnings Statements 1968-1969
Lot 158

Rosa Parks – Three U.S. House of Representatives Earnings Statements 1968-1969

Estimate: $1,800 - $3,200
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From the Rosa Parks Congressional Career Archive.Three original House of Representatives Employee’s Earnings Statements issued to Rosa L. Parks during her employment as secretary to Congressman John Conyers. Includes payroll details such as gross and net pay, tax deductions, and benefits. The items show payroll details and features US GOVERNMENT CHECK branding on the reverse. The documents detail payroll information including gross and net pay and is printed on official U.S. government check stock. The pay stubs also includes her employee number “179000786” and are addressed to Rosa L. Parks at her Detroit, Michigan residence. The condition is consistent with age and the document is clear and legible. | Please see photos for additional details. | Dimensions of One Earnings Statement: 3.25 x 7.25 in

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All items show signs of wear consistent with age and use. The absence of specific condition notes does not imply the item is in perfect condition or free from defects. Please review all photos carefully before bidding.
Overall Dimensions
Width: 7.25 in
Depth: 3.25 in

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Provenance: From a private collection. Additional provenance, if known, is listed in the lot description. Block Auction House makes no guarantees regarding provenance unless stated in writing.