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Including three nut-head dolls with painted black complexion and features, straw bodies and simple cotton costumes, which were presented to Shirley Temple during a 1938 family vacation in Bermuda. Also included is a vintage photograph of Shirley holding the dolls, a letter from the Bermuda Trade Development board noting "not only have you won the hearts of our young people but your charming personality has captivated Bermudians generally to such an extent that their usual conservativeness and restraint have been overcome and they have gathered in crowds to see and cheer you", and a menu for a special Shirley Temple dinner on board the "Queen of Bermuda" ship, with each dish named for one of her films.