^Lot 294 Martin Luther King, Jr

Program and Workbook from the American Baptist Convention, 5.25 x 8.5, 48 pages, held in Atlantic City, New Jersey, on May 18-22, 1964. Signed vertically in blue ballpoint on the May 20 morning schedule, “Martin Luther King, Jr.,” and also signed vertically by his wife Coretta King. The issue of the day listed at the top of the page is “Peace with Justice.” Opposite page is also signed in blue ballpoint by Ralph David Abernathy. One of the workbook pages in the back of the program has been filled out in another hand. In fine condition, with a bit of scattered light soiling to signed page and some mild handling wear. A bold signature from the Civil Rights leader just months before receiving the Nobel Peace Prize.