Notarized DS, signed “Bess W. Truman,” one page, 8 x 12, August 28, 1974. Petition for family allowance for Truman from her late husband’s estate. In part: “Comes now Bess W. Truman, petitioner herein…the surviving widow of the decedent herein and as such entitled to a family allowance for maintenance during the year following the death of the decedent according to his previous standard of living; that the inventory value of the estate of the decedent was $747,684.80; that he was receiving income including his Presidential pension in excess of $80,000 a year; and that a family allowance to petitioner in the sum of $8,000 would be reasonable and proper.” Signed twice at the conclusion by Truman. Matted and framed with a photo of the Trumans and a name plaque to an overall size of 22.25 x 18.5. In fine condition. Pre-certified John Reznikoff/PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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