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Found this amazing piece of history by an old tree!!
Now here is an unusual piece of political memorabilia, the bronze "Toilet Seat" or "Washroom Warrior" medal commemorating a social affair at Sands Point, Long Island, NY on August 26, 1933. In attendance was Huey "Kingfish" Long, the Governor of Louisiana. Long was known for his excessive drinking, and this day was no exception. After annoying many with his obnoxious behavior, he stumbled into the bathroom. There are several accounts about what happened next. One such story tells of a missed shot into a urinal that landed on the pant leg of another man. The man punched him in the eye. To this day, the identity of this "hero" is unknown.
A journalist from Collier's Magazine jokingly penned an article suggesting that for an act of public service, donations should be collected to issue a gold medal award to the anonoymous assailant. Over $1,000 was raised...a tidy sum in the day. One gold medal and several bronze medals were issued.
The front of this medal has a clenched fist punching a fish. There is a crown flying off of the head of the fish. In the background are bathroom faucets. Also the number 33 in Roman Numerals. Below are the words: Public Consilio Pro Re In Camera Gesta. The reverse has the translation in English: By Public Acclaim For A Deed Done In Private. Below this reads: Sands Point August 26, 1933. Also, the name of the manufacturer Medallic Art Co New York.
Now here is an unusual piece of political memorabilia, the bronze "Toilet Seat" or "Washroom Warrior" medal commemorating a social affair at Sands Point, Long Island, NY on August 26, 1933. In attendance was Huey "Kingfish" Long, the Governor of Louisiana. Long was known for his excessive drinking, and this day was no exception. After annoying many with his obnoxious behavior, he stumbled into the bathroom. There are several accounts about what happened next. One such story tells of a missed shot into a urinal that landed on the pant leg of another man. The man punched him in the eye. To this day, the identity of this "hero" is unknown.
A journalist from Collier's Magazine jokingly penned an article suggesting that for an act of public service, donations should be collected to issue a gold medal award to the anonoymous assailant. Over $1,000 was raised...a tidy sum in the day. One gold medal and several bronze medals were issued.
The front of this medal has a clenched fist punching a fish. There is a crown flying off of the head of the fish. In the background are bathroom faucets. Also the number 33 in Roman Numerals. Below are the words: Public Consilio Pro Re In Camera Gesta. The reverse has the translation in English: By Public Acclaim For A Deed Done In Private. Below this reads: Sands Point August 26, 1933. Also, the name of the manufacturer Medallic Art Co New York.
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