2006-06
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 5/31/2006
Large paper group pertaining to “The Great Central Fair for the Sanitary Commission”, held in Philadelphia in June, 1864, includes:Broadsheet, 2p. 9-1/2”x12-1/2”, with engreaving of Logan Square, and description on front and the “Ground Plan of the Great Cental Sanitary Fair.” on back. VG...plus; 4p. newsletter fro the Fair...plus; Broadside, “Forthe Benefit of the Great Central Fair.” a speech by Constant Guillou on Cuba, 5-1/4”x9”, VG...plus; Broadside, “Plan of Fair for the Soldiers & Sailors Home” in Philadelphia...plus; Bill of Fare for the “Duryea’s Maizena” United States Great Central Sanitary Fair. Philadelphia, 1864. Fine...plus; Printed letter, 1864, stating that “A costly Silver Fire Horn has been donated to the Sanitary Fair....” VG...plus; Donation certificate for “The Great Central Fair.” Fine...plus; Broadside, 1p. octavo, for “Parlor Entertainments for the Benefit of the Great Central Fair” VG...plus; Cooper Shop Volunteer Refreshment Saloon cover. VG...plus; Carte de visite of the Fair grounds...plus; Eight (8) tickets for various events at the Fair. VG. A nice grouping.
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