Auction Closing: March 30, 2024 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time |
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Lot Number: 225
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Estimate Range: $200 - $400 |
1817 Massachusetts Election! First Monday in April Next. American Nomination. Major-General Henry Dearborn Gov. |
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1817 Political Campaign Imprint Headed, “Massachusetts Election! First Monday in April Next. American Nomination. Major-General Henry Dearborn, For Governor. Hon. William King, For Lieut. Governor.” Printed atthe office of the Yankee, State-Street, Boston, Choice Very Fine. Nicely printed at the Office of the Yankee, Boston, 24 pages, Complete, measuring 6” x 9” stitch sewn, slight tone, original uncut pages. This Political Pamphlet promoting Henry Dearborn and William King as running mates in the 1817 Massachusetts Gubernatorial election. The pamphlet includes a "Sketch of the Life of Major General Henry Dearborn from 1775 to 1812" primarily documenting his famous military service and exploits. Henry Dearborn was a prominent Revolutionary War officer who served on General George Washington's staff and as Secretary of War under President Thomas Jefferson from 1801-1809. He was appointed Collector of the Port of Boston in March 1809 by President Madison, a position which he held until he was appointed the Commanding General of the United States Army in January 1812. |
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