Senior Marconi operator who perished in the sinking of the Titanic. As the ship was sinking, Phillips worked tirelessly to send messages to other ships to enlist their assistance with the rescue of the Titanic's passengers and crew. Postcard signed “Jack,” from Phillips to his sister, on the reverse of a 5.5 x 3.5 color postcard of the White Star R.M.S. Oceanic. Phillips writes: “Many thanks for the letter. Had very nice trip sail again off Wed’y if alls [sic] well.” Some scattered light toning and soiling, and a few creases, otherwise fine condition. Accompanied by a short 2002 note of provenance from Ken Schultz writing “2 post cards sent by Jack Phillips to his sister.”
