Capture of Jefferson Davis...
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May 15, 1865
SPRINGFIELD REPUBLICAN, Massachusetts, May 15, 1865 Page 2 has reports on the capture of Confederate President Jefferson Davis, with: "The Finishing Blow" "Jefferson Davis A Captive" "Caught With His Wife's Dress On" "His Family & Staff Taken" "Jefferson Indignant & Cross" "His is on His Way to Washington" (see). There is also an editorial on his capture headed: "Jeff Davis Caught" (see).
Four pages, 2 small wear holes at the central fold affect four words, otherwise in very nice condition.
Four pages, 2 small wear holes at the central fold affect four words, otherwise in very nice condition.
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