B755 Ernst Reuter commemorative cover 1959 David Busman, Peekskill, NY

Excellent condition. Back fold-flap is stuck to inside of the envelope.

First Day of Issue 4 cent postage stamp:  Ernst Reuther, Champion of Liberty, Mayor of Berlin, Germany 1947 - 1953.

Postage stamp 4 cent commemorative stamp w/ cancellation:  Washington, D. C. Sept 29, 1959 First Day of Issue.

The years of mayoral service are listed under Ernst Reuter image, but curiously noted as 1947 start year. On the stamp itself, 1948 is given as his start year as mayor of Berlin.

Image: Portrait of Ernst Reuter w/ airliner airplane below.

Publisher / Printer Signed:  Art Craft w/ paint brushes & paint pallet image.

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