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John B. Bennett Michigan Congressman Postcard and 6 Matchbooks 1943-1964 Postcard measure 5.5” x 3.25” “In Wartime American Needs Her Best Men in Washington” Matchbooks measure 2” x 1.5” “Compliments of your congressman JOHN BENNET” Condition: Very good vintage condition ~ no rips, tears ~ slight wear Please examine all photos carefully for a true depiction of the item. Due to individual monitor calibration and lighting, the listings photo color may appear different than the actual item. Elected as a Republican to the Seventy-eighth Congress (January 3, 1943-January 3, 1945); unsuccessful candidate for reelection in 1944 to the Seventy-ninth Congress; resumed the practice of law; elected in 1946 to the Eightieth and to the eight succeeding Congresses and served from January 3, 1947, until his death in Chevy Chase, Md., August 9, 1964. mrydrsr (M)