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December 23, 1886

THE NEW YORK TIMES, December 23, 1886 

* Henry Woodfin Grady 
* New South speech
 

Page two has a headline: "A Message From The South" in which Henry Grady delivered his famous "New South" speech which dealt with race relations. The speech is prefaced with: "Judge Russell, in introducing the next speaker, Henry W. Grady, to answer to 'The New South', asked all present to untie in welcoming a guest from Georgia. Mr. Grady was received with great applause. After it had died away he said:..." and what follows is the full text of his speech (see photos).

Complete in 8 pages, evenly browned and in good condition. Should be handled with care.

Category: Post-Civil War