1925 Ad Kelly Balloon Leigh Wade Army Tire Springfield - ORIGINAL HG1

This is an original 1925 black and white print ad for Kelly-Springfield tires. The ad features a letter from Lieutenant Leigh Wade to the company. Wade was well known as the around-the-world flier, and the ad features an image of him and Linton Wells. Wade writes in his letter, "Mr. Wells and I have long been favorably inclined toward Kelly-Springfield tires, and we feel that the least we can do is inform you that our faith in them has been strengthened immeasurably by the test through which they came with flying colors."

CONDITION

This 86+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine+. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. There is some bleed through visible on this ad.

• Product Type: Original Print Ad; Black / White
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine+
• Dimensions: Approximately 9.25 x 12.25 inches; 23 x 31 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Keywords specific to this image: Vintage Advertising, Automobile, Car Parts, Wheel, Pilot, Aviation

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