Thanksgiving Proclamations
Proclamations for Days of Thanksgiving & Praise to God have been a part of the fabric of history since the beginning of recorded history. Soon after the invention of the printing press, as the primary method of disseminating important information, newspapers became the means of communicating these special days of humiliation & prayer... and often contained the text of the proclamations in their entirety. Enjoy the issues shown below... and let's encourage one another to be thankful for the blessings we've been given.Note: All of those shown below are available for purchase. To view all issues we've discovered (100+), whether available or not, select: All Newspapers with Thanksgiving Proclamations...
Thanksgiving Proclamations
Proclamations for Days of Thanksgiving & Praise to God have been a part of the fabric of history since the beginning of recorded history. Soon after the invention of the printing press, as the primary method of disseminating important information, newspapers became the means of communicating these special days of humiliation & prayer... and often contained the text of the proclamations in their entirety. Enjoy the issues shown below... and let's encourage one another to be thankful for the blessings we've been given.<br />
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Abraham Lincoln establishes the first national Thanksgiving...
Item #544678
THE PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER, Oct. 5, 1863 The ftpg. is mostsly taken up with events surround the Civil War. Included as well is: "A Proclamation by President Lincoln" for setting aside a day of thanksgiving. This was the very first "official" national Thanksgiving Day Proclamation, issued by Lincoln as a result of recent editorials by Sarah J. Hale for Godey's Lady Book and... See More
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Abraham Lincoln establishes the first national Thanksgiving...
Item #689833
THE PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER, Oct. 5, 1863 The front page is mostly taken up with events surrounding the Civil War, however the most historic report is the proclamation by Abraham Lincoln setting aside a day of thanksgiving.This was the very first "official" national Thanksgiving Day Proclamation, issued by Lincoln as a result of recent editorials by Sarah J. Hale for Godey's La... See More
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Lincoln formalizes Thanksgiving Day as a national holiday...
Item #650708
October 05, 1863
BOSTON DAILY ADVERTISER, October 5, 1863 Although almost every President since George Washington has issued a proclamation for a "day of thanksgiving", typically celebrated in November but at other times of the year as well, it was Abraham Lincoln who formalized Thanksgiving Day to be celebrated the fourth Thursday of every year and making it a national holiday.
Page 2 has the com... See More
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Lincoln formalizes Thanksgiving Day as a national holiday...
Item #722068
October 05, 1863
BOSTON DAILY ADVERTISER, October 5, 1863 Although almost every President since George Washington has issued a proclamation for a "day of thanksgiving", typically celebrated in November but at other times of the year as well, it was Abraham Lincoln who formalized Thanksgiving Day to be celebrated the fourth Thursday of every year and making it a national holiday.
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Lincoln formalizes Thanksgiving Day as a national holiday...
Item #564841
October 05, 1863
NEW YORK DAILY TRIBUNE, October 5, 1863 Although almost every President since George Washington has issued a proclamation for a "day of thanksgiving", typically celebrated in November but at other times of the year as well, it was Abraham Lincoln who formalized Thanksgiving Day to be celebrated the fourth Thursday of every year and making it a national holiday.
On page 4 is the c... See More
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Lincoln formalizes Thanksgiving Day as a national holiday...
Item #653844
October 05, 1863
NEW YORK DAILY TRIBUNE, October 5, 1863 Although almost every President since George Washington has issued a proclamation for a "day of thanksgiving", typically celebrated in November but at other times of the year as well, it was Abraham Lincoln who formalized Thanksgiving Day to be celebrated the fourth Thursday of every year and making it a national holiday.
On page 4 is the co... See More
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Lincoln formalizes Thanksgiving Day as a national holiday...
Item #655887
October 05, 1863
NEW YORK DAILY TRIBUNE, October 5, 1863 Although almost every President since George Washington has issued a proclamation for a "day of thanksgiving", typically celebrated in November but at other times of the year as well, it was Abraham Lincoln who formalized Thanksgiving Day to be celebrated the fourth Thursday of every year and making it a national holiday.
On page 4 is the co... See More
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Lincoln formalizes Thanksgiving Day as a national holiday...
Item #614587
October 05, 1863
NEW YORK DAILY TRIBUNE, October 5, 1863 Although almost every President since George Washington has issued a proclamation for a "day of thanksgiving", typically celebrated in November but at other times of the year as well, it was Abraham Lincoln who formalized Thanksgiving Day to be celebrated the fourth Thursday of every year and making it a national holiday.
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Lincoln formalizes Thanksgiving Day as a national holiday...
Item #721398
October 05, 1863
NEW YORK DAILY TRIBUNE, October 5, 1863 Although almost every President since George Washington has issued a proclamation for a "day of thanksgiving", typically celebrated in November but at other times of the year as well, it was Abraham Lincoln who formalized Thanksgiving Day to be celebrated the fourth Thursday of every year and making it a national holiday.
On page 4 is the co... See More
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Lincoln formalizes Thanksgiving Day as a national holiday...
Item #721521
October 05, 1863
NEW YORK DAILY TRIBUNE, October 5, 1863 Although almost every President since George Washington has issued a proclamation for a "day of thanksgiving", typically celebrated in November but at other times of the year as well, it was Abraham Lincoln who formalized Thanksgiving Day to be celebrated the fourth Thursday of every year and making it a national holiday.
On page 4 is the co... See More
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Lincoln formalizes Thanksgiving Day as a national holiday...
Item #681900
October 05, 1863
SPRINGFIELD DAILY REPUBLICAN, Massachusetts, October 5, 1863 Although almost every President since George Washington has issued a proclamation for a "day of thanksgiving", typically celebrated in November but at other times of the year as well, it was Abraham Lincoln who formalized Thanksgiving Day to be celebrated the fourth Thursday of every year and making it a national holiday.... See More
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Lincoln creates the first national Thanksgiving...
Item #681507
October 09, 1863
THE LIBERATOR, Boston, Oct. 9, 1863
* President Abraham - Abe Lincoln
* Thanksgiving Day proclamation (historic)
* Rare & famous anti-slavery title
* Slave auction illustration - Civil War era
A very famous anti-slavery newspaper published by the noted emancipator William Lloyd Garrison. The ornate engraving in the masthead features three scenes: a slave auction, an image of Jes... See More
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Lincoln creates the first national Thanksgiving...
Item #593863
October 09, 1863
THE LIBERATOR, Boston, Oct. 9, 1863 A very famous anti-slavery newspaper published by the noted emancipator William Lloyd Garrison. The ornate engraving in the masthead features three scenes: a slave auction, an image of Jesus breaking the bonds of the oppressors, and a slave family about to depart for their journey to emancipation.
A notable issue as page 3 has: "A National Thanksgivi... See More
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Lincoln proclaims the first, official national Thanksgiving...
Item #707604
October 14, 1863
THE CRISIS, Columbus, Ohio, Oct. 14, 1863 This anti-war newspaper insisted slavery should not be abolished, so consequently much content has an anti-North bias.
Articles within include: "Civil Libery of the Soldiers" "Another Draft" "The Republican & Rebel Allies North & South" "The Coming Congress to Abolish Slavery" "The Morals of Ab
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Rare Union occupation newspaper... Lincoln proclaims the first national Thanksgiving Day...
Item #587301
October 17, 1863
THE NEW SOUTH, Port Royal, South Carolina, Oct. 17, 1863 This newspaper was established in March of 1862 after its capture by Union forces during the early part of the Civil War. Issued in a "military command", the newspaper sought to provide mostly military reports and other items. It is also interesting that a Union newspaper was published in South Carolina considering the state ... See More
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Rare Union occupation newspaper... Lincoln proclaims the first national Thanksgiving Day...
Item #661811
October 17, 1863
THE NEW SOUTH, Port Royal, South Carolina, Oct. 17, 1863 This newspaper was established in March of 1862 after its capture by Union forces during the early part of the Civil War. Issued in a "military command", the newspaper sought to provide mostly military reports and other items. It is also interesting that a Union newspaper was published in South Carolina considering the state ... See More
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Abraham Lincoln establishes the first national Thanksgiving...
Item #172720
October 17, 1863
HARPER'S WEEKLY, New York, October 17, 1863 The full front page shows: "Reception of the Common Council Committee by Admiral Lisovski on Board the Flag-Ship 'Alexander Nevski'". Inside has a full page: "The Grand Procession of Our Russian Visitors Through Broadway, Under Escort of the Militia and Police". Other prints include: "The Anglo-Rebel Pirates--St... See More
National Thanksgiving day... signed in type by President Lincoln...
Item #570544
THE BRADFORD REPORTER, Towanda, Pennsylvania, October 22, 1863 The top half of the last column on page 1 is taken up with: "National Thanksgiving Day. This was the very first "official" national Thanksgiving Day Proclamation, issued by Lincoln as a result of recent editorials by Sarah J. Hale for Godey's Lady Book and the Boston Lady's Magazine in 1863. Thanksgiving wa... See More
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The State of Kansas Proclamation for Thanksgiving and Prayer...
Item #614867
October 29, 1863
THE KANSAS STATE JOURNAL, Lawrence, October 29, 1863 Page three has an official Proclamation for a Day of Thanksgiving and Prayer, signed by Thomas Carney, governor, Kansas. The text begins, "In observance of a universal custom, as old as the Commonwealth of the Union, I Thomas Carney, Governor of the State of Kansas, do hereby designate and set apart Thursday, the 26th day of November,... See More
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1863 Lewisburg PA Civil War....
Item #213631
November 13, 1863
UNION COUNTY STAR AND LEWISBURG CHRONICLE, Lewisburg, Pa., Nov. 13, 1863.
* Lewisburg PA Original
* Civil War Era
* 1863 News & Ads
The front page has lyrics: Our Union Boys, plus a Thanksgiving Proclamation issued by the governor, signed in type: A.G. Curtin. Also has, under From Co. E,- 142d P.V., a letter from a soldier, plus an endorsement: For President, Abraham Linco
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* Lewisburg PA Original
* Civil War Era
* 1863 News & Ads
The front page has lyrics: Our Union Boys, plus a Thanksgiving Proclamation issued by the governor, signed in type: A.G. Curtin. Also has, under From Co. E,- 142d P.V., a letter from a soldier, plus an endorsement: For President, Abraham Linco
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Item #560613
November 26, 1863
THE NEW YORK HERALD, New York City, November 26, 1863.
* Chattanooga TN Tennessee
* Ulysses S. Grant
* Abraham Lincoln Thanksgiving proclamation
This Genuine newspaper has a Wealth of Civil War reporting from during Abraham Lincoln's administration.
Among the one column headlines on the Civil War are:
* CHATTANOOGA
* Splendid Victory for Grant's Grand Army
* The Enemy Driven fro... See More
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Battle of Lookout Mountain... Lincoln's Thanksgiving Proclamation...
Item #718212
November 26, 1863
NEW YORK TIMES, Nov. 26, 1863 Among the front page column heads on the Civil War: "GLORIOUS VICTORY !" "Gen. Grant's Great Success" "Bragg Routed and Driven from Every Point" "Gen. Hooker Assaults Lookout Mountain and Takes 2,000 Prisoners" "General Sherman Finally Carries Missionary Ridge" "Flight of the Rebels in Disorder and Confu... See More
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Lincoln's Proclamation... Much reporting on the Civil War...
Item #690637
December 08, 1863
NEW YORK TIMES, Dec. 8, 1863
* President Abraham Lincoln
* Day of Thanksgiving proclamation
Among the front page first column heads are: "PRESIDENT'S PROCLAMATION" "Our Victories In Tennessee" "A Call For Thanksgiving" "Longstreet's Retreat Officially Confirmed" "Gen. Sherman Arrives at Knoxville on the 3d" "The Rebels Ma... See More
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1863 Abraham Lincoln Proclamation....
Item #215889
December 08, 1863
THE NEW YORK TIMES
from New York, NY and dated December 8, 1863.
* Abraham Lincoln proclamation for a day of Thanksgiving - Charleston SC
* Original Civil War era complete issue on cotton & rag paper
* The War Against Slavery, Abraham Lincoln's War, the 2nd War For Independence
* Great
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* Abraham Lincoln proclamation for a day of Thanksgiving - Charleston SC
* Original Civil War era complete issue on cotton & rag paper
* The War Against Slavery, Abraham Lincoln's War, the 2nd War For Independence
* Great
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1863 Abraham Lincoln Proclamation....
Item #218845
December 08, 1863
THE NEW YORK TIMES
from New York, NY and dated December 8, 1863.
* Abraham Lincoln proclamation for a day of Thanksgiving - Charleston SC
* Original Civil War era complete issue on cotton & rag paper
* The War Against Slavery, Abraham Lincoln's War, the 2nd War For Independence
This 8 page
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* Abraham Lincoln proclamation for a day of Thanksgiving - Charleston SC
* Original Civil War era complete issue on cotton & rag paper
* The War Against Slavery, Abraham Lincoln's War, the 2nd War For Independence
This 8 page
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Abraham Lincoln proclamation...
Item #609790
December 08, 1863
THE NEW YORK TIMES, December 8, 1863
* President Abraham Lincoln
* Day of Thanksgiving proclamation
This Genuine newspaper has a Wealth of Civil War reporting from during Abraham Lincoln's administration. Among the one column headlines on the Civil War are: "PRESIDENT'S PROCLAMATION" "Our Victories In Tennessee" "A Call For Thanksgiving" signed in type... See More
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Lincoln signs a Proclamation in 1863...
Item #719629
December 08, 1863
NEW YORK HERALD, Dec. 8,1863
* President Abraham Lincoln proclamation
Among the front page column headlines on the Civil War are: "IMPORTANT FROM WASHINGTON" Proclamation By The President" which is signed by him in type: A. Lincoln; "Recommendation of Thanksgiving for Our Successes in East Teneessee" "CHATTANOOGA""The Rebel Retreat To Dalton&quo... See More
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Abraham Lincoln Proclamation In 1863 Civil War...
Item #205114
December 08, 1863
THE NEW YORK HERALD from New York, NY and dated December 8, 1863. This 8 page newspaper is in nice condition due to the use of cotton and rag paper during this very historic time in U.S. history. This issue is loaded with advertisements and Civil War reports throughout from the day it was first reported which includes the following headlines: "IMPORTANT FROM WASHING... See More
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Item #567068
December 08, 1863
THE NEW YORK HERALD, New York City, December 8,1863.
* Abraham Lincoln proclamation signed in type
* Chattanooga TN & Dalton GA Georgia
This Genuine newspaper has a Wealth of Civil War reporting from during Abraham Lincoln's administration.
Among the one column headlines on the Civil War are:
* IMPORTANT FROM WASHINGTON
* Proclamation By The President
* Recommendation of Thank... See More
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President Lincoln...
Day of Thanksgiving and Praise...
Item #570128
May 10, 1864
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, NY, May 10, 1864
* President Abraham Lincoln
* Proclamation for a day of Thanksgiving and Praise
Although the issue contains much news of the day, including reports on the death of General Wadsworth, the flight of General Robert E. Lee, and the success of Generals Grant and Meade, the prime feature of the issue is the front page brief proclamation by the President (Lincoln... See More
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Battle of the Wilderness... Lincoln Proclamation thanking God...
Item #688020
May 10, 1864
NEW YORK TIMES, May 10, 1864
* Battle of the Wilderness- Virginia
* Abraham Lincoln's Thanksgiving
Some great first column heads with: "VICTORY ! " "ON TO RICHMOND" "Lee Defeat & Retreat Fully Confirmed" "Our Army In Vigorous Pursuit" "Official Dispatches from Grant and Meade" "Lee's Report of the Battles" "T... See More
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Lincoln Proclamation... Letters from U.S. Grant & Sherman...
Item #571689
July 16, 1864
ARMY & NAVY JOURNAL, New York, July 16, 1864
* Abraham Lincoln proclamation
* Ulysses S. Grant & William T. Sherman letters
* Rare military title
As noted in the masthead this was the: "Gazette of The Regular & Volunteer Forces" and as such is replete with military news of all sorts.
The front page has: "The Campaign In Virginia" with a su... See More
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Lincoln Proclamation... Letters from U.S. Grant & Sherman...
Item #571690
July 16, 1864
ARMY & NAVY JOURNAL, New York, July 16, 1864
* Abraham Lincoln proclamation
* Ulysses S. Grant & William T. Sherman letters
As noted in the masthead this was the: "Gazette of The Regular & Volunteer Forces" and as such is replete with military news of all sorts.
The front page has: "The Campaign In Virginia" with a subhead:... See More
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Lincoln Proclamation... Letters from U.S. Grant & Sherman...
Item #603597
July 16, 1864
ARMY & NAVY JOURNAL, New York, July 16, 1864 As noted in the masthead this was the: "Gazette of The Regular & Volunteer Forces" and as such is replete with military news of all sorts.
The front page has: "The Campaign In Virginia" with a subhead: "The Battle At Monocacy" carrying over to pg. 2 where is also: "Before Petersburgh" an... See More
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Lincoln Proclamation... Letters from U.S. Grant & Sherman...
Item #664486
July 16, 1864
ARMY & NAVY JOURNAL, New York, July 16, 1864 As noted in the masthead this was the: "Gazette of The Regular & Volunteer Forces" and as such is replete with military news of all sorts.
The front page has: "The Campaign In Virginia" with a subhead: "The Battle At Monocacy" carrying over to pg. 2 where is also: "Before Petersburgh" an... See More
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Lincoln Proclamation... Victory at Mobile... Fall of Atlanta...
Item #655107
September 10, 1864
THE VERMONT CHRONICLE, Windsor, Sept. 10, 1864
* Abraham Lincoln proclamation
* Fall of Atlanta - Georgia
Page 4 begins with a Proclamation of: "Thanksgiving For Victories" at Fort Powell, Mobile, Fort Gaines & Fort Morgan, signed in type: A. Lincoln. Also inside: "Colored Men & the President" "The Surrender of Fort Morgan" "Capture of Atlan... See More
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Thanksgiving Day...
Item #568387
October 22, 1864
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, October 22, 1864 Page one contains the Thanksgiving Day Proclamation made by President Abraham Lincoln - for a day of thanksgiving and praise to Almighty God.
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Abraham Lincoln's day of Thanksgiving...
Item #599375
October 22, 1864
THE NEW YORK TIMES, October 22, 1864.
* Abraham Lincoln Thanksgiving Proclamation
* Battle of Cedar Creek
This Genuine newspaper has a Wealth of Civil War reporting from during Abraham Lincoln's administration.
Among the one column headlines on the Civil War are:
"Thanksgiving Day"(signed in type: Abraham Lincoln)
* OFFICIAL BULLETIN"
"Additional Details o... See More
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Abraham Lincoln's day of Thanksgiving...
Item #667392
October 22, 1864
THE NEW YORK TIMES, October 22, 1864.
* Abraham Lincoln Thanksgiving Proclamation
* Battle of Cedar Creek - Gen. Philip Sheridan
This Genuine newspaper has a Wealth of Civil War reporting from during Abraham Lincoln's administration. Among the one column headlines on the Civil War are: "Thanksgiving Day"(signed in type: Abraham Lincoln) "OFFICIAL BULLETIN" "Add... See More
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Lincoln's Proclamation for a national Thanksgiving...
Item #559475
October 22, 1864
NEW YORK TRIBUNE, Oct. 22, 1864 The ftpg. is almost entirely filled with Civil War reporting including items headed: "SHERIDAN'S VICTORY" "Official Dispatches" "Over 50 Guns Captured" "Heavy Rebel Losses in Men & Material of War" "What Grant Says of Sheridan" "Destruction of Civil Liberty in the South" "The People Ready For... See More
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Battle of Fort Henry...
Item #568441
October 22, 1864
THE NEW YORK TIMES, October 22, 1864.
* Abraham Lincoln Thanksgiving Proclamation
* Battle of Cedar Creek
This Genuine newspaper has a Wealth of Civil War reporting from during Abraham Lincoln's administration.
Among the one column headlines on the Civil War are:
* Thanksgiving Day (signed in type: Abraham Lincoln)
* OFFICIAL BULLETIN
* Additional Details of Sheridan's Great Victo... See More
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Battle of Fort Henry...
Item #570498
October 22, 1864
THE NEW YORK TIMES, New York, October 22, 1864
* Abraham Lincoln Thanksgiving Proclamation
* Battle of Cedar Creek
This Genuine newspaper has a Wealth of Civil War reporting from during Abraham Lincoln's administration.
Among the one column headlines on the Civil War are: "Thanksgiving Day" (signed in type: Abraham Lincoln) "OFFICIAL BULLETIN" &q... See More
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Lincoln Proclamation...
Item #594862
October 22, 1864
THE NEW YORK TIMES, Oct. 22, 1864 The front page has one column heads on the Civil War including: "The Rebel Confederacy" "Its Inside Commotions" "The Question of Peace Discussed" "Speech of Jeff. Davis At Augusta" "Additional Details of Sheridan's Great Victory" "The Rebels Driven From Fisher's Hill by Our Cavalry" "De... See More
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Lincoln Proclamation...
Item #594864
October 22, 1864
THE NEW YORK TIMES, Oct. 22, 1864 The front page has one column heads on the Civil War including: "The Rebel Confederacy" "Its Inside Commotions" "The Question of Peace Discussed" "Speech of Jeff. Davis At Augusta" "Additional Details of Sheridan's Great Victory" "The Rebels Driven From Fisher's Hill by Our Cavalry" "De... See More
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Abraham Lincoln Thanksgiving proclamation...
Item #617564
October 24, 1864
SPRINGFIELD DAILY REPUBLICAN, Massachusetts, October 24, 1864
* Battle of Cedar Creek
* General Philip Sheridan victory
* Abraham Lincoln Thanksgiving Proclamation
Page 2 & 3 has various reports on the Civil War with one column headings. See images here.
Complete in 4 pages, this issue is not fragile as newsprint back then was made of cotton and linen rags, allowing them to remain ver... See More
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Item #191755
October 27, 1864
SALEM REGISTER, Massachusetts, Oct. 27, 1864 Page 2 has both a nice campaign ad supporting Abraham Lincoln for President, and a "Proclamation for a National Thanksgiving", being the 2nd official Thanksgiving as Lincoln formally created the holiday the year before. Signed in type: Abraham Lincoln. Also an interesting ftpg. article: "Mr. Lincoln's Salary" (see). Great condition, never bound.... See More
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Battle of Cedar Creek... Lincoln Proclamation...
Item #570783
October 29, 1864
ARMY & NAVY JOURNAL, New York, October 29, 1864
* Battle of Cedar Creek
* Abraham Lincoln proclamation
As noted in the masthead this was the: "Gazette of The Regular & Volunteer Forces" and as such is replete with military news of all sorts.
The entire front page is taken up with: "The Campaign In The Shenandoah" with a subhead... See More
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Battle of Cedar Creek... Lincoln Proclamation...
Item #570782
October 29, 1864
ARMY & NAVY JOURNAL, New York, Oct. 29, 1864 As noted in the masthead this was the: "Gazette of The Regular & Volunteer Forces" and as such is replete with military news of all sorts.
The entire ftpg. is taken up with: "The Campaign In The Shenandoah" with a subhead of: "Battle of Cedar Creek", the report carrying over to take all of pg. 2. ... See More
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Battle of Cedar Creek... Lincoln Proclamation...
Item #604258
October 29, 1864
ARMY & NAVY JOURNAL, New York, October 29, 1864 As noted in the masthead this was the: "Gazette of The Regular & Volunteer Forces" and as such is replete with military news of all sorts.
The entire front page is taken up with: "The Campaign In The Shenandoah" with a subhead of: "Battle of Cedar Creek", the report carrying over to take all of... See More
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Jefferson Davis Thanksgiving proclamation...
Item #615647
November 01, 1864
SPRINGFIELD DAILY REPUBLICAN, Massachusetts, November 1, 1864
* Jefferson Davis signed in type
* Confederate president
* Thanksgiving proclamation
Page 2 has various reports on the Civil War with one column headings. See images here.
Complete in 4 pages, this issue is not fragile as newsprint back then was made of cotton and linen rags, callowing them to remain very pliable and easy to ha... See More
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