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On Washington retiring from public service... Candidates for President include Patrick Henry...
On Washington retiring from public service... Candidates for President include Patrick Henry...
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October 15, 1796
COLUMBIAN CENTINEL, Boston, Oct. 15, 1796 The front page has over a full column letter reflecting upon Washington's recent Farewell Address to the nation, retiring from public life. It begins: "The intended retirement of Gen. Washington from the Presidency of the United States is seriously affecting to the American mind. On the one hand, the unsullied purity of his character--his eminent talents..." and so much more.
Page 2 has: "By the Governor, A Proclamation For a Day of Public Thanksgiving" signed in type: Samuel Adams. This is followed by a report concerning candidates for President with names mentioned including John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, Patrick Henry, and Thomas Pinkney, with various discussion.
Four pages, very nice condition.
Category: The 1600's and 1700's
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