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McCarthy Match Book Cover
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Match book cover distributed by the Superior Match Company of Chicago. The front cover says, "I like McCarthy and his Methods. I am with Joe McCarthy in his fight against treason and dishonor." The inside cover reads "I will not betray those who help me ferret out traitors - Joseph R. McCarthy. Strike a light for Freedom."
1951
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W012G48
WHi 47759
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Truth about Senator McCarthy
1952
"The Truth about Senator Joe McCarthy," a pamphlet issued by the McCarthy Club. The text responded to several charges that had been made against Joseph R. McCarthy. "Don't be influenced by smear ...
Reuss Campaign Ad
November 1951
Poster issued by Democrat Henry S. Reuss as part of his campaign for the U.S. Senate seat held by Joseph R. McCarthy. Reuss declared his candidacy on November 8, 1951, after several months of orga...
Joe McCarthy Grades
1930
A high school grade transcript record for Joe McCarthy at Marquette University.
Joe McCarthy at Milwaukee Tribute
December 11, 1951
Head table at a dinner that honored Senator Joseph R. McCarthy, behind which is a large portrait of him. Senator McCarthy is second from the right. Over 2500 Wisconsin Republicans paid $25 each to ...
Shirtless Joe
1943
Marine captain Joseph R. McCarthy, looking fit, somewhere in the South Pacific. Health was an increasing problem for McCarthy as senator. He was subject to chronic sinus infections and severe head...
Joe McCarthy and Friends
October 1931
Joseph R. McCarthy (center with the tie) with a group of friends.
