Averell Harriman Signs A Photo To Ambassador William Blair After Visiting Manila

W. AVERELL HARRIMAN (1891-1986). Harriman was an influential Democratic politician from New York. He was Governor of New York, U.S. Secretary of Commerce, a diplomat, and a two-time Presidential hopeful.WILLIAM BLAIR (1916-1915). Blair was President Kennedys Ambassador to Denmark and President Johnsons Ambassador to the Philippines. He was also law partner with Adlai Stevenson.PS. 8 x 8. 1965. Manila. A photograph signed Averell Harriman as Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs. The image depicts Ambassador to the Philippines William McCormick Blair Jr. shaking hands with Harriman upon arriving in Manila. It was inscribed by Harriman to Blair. All best love to the Blairs, all 3 & many thanks for the magnificent entertainment in the luxurious Embassy Manila 1965 Averell Harriman. The photograph has an irregularly cropped edge and is in fine condition.