[LINCOLN, Abraham]. TAPLEY, Rufus P.

Eulogy of Abraham Lincoln, Sixteenth President of the United States.

Biddeford: Printed at the Union and Journal Office, 1865. 8vo. FIRST EDITION. Original printed wrappers, soiled, spine reinforced; light soiling, light dampstain to last couple leaves. Item #12452

First edition. The town of Saco, Maine, responded immediately to the news of Lincoln's assassination by closing all businesses and calling a town meeting on Saturday, April 15, 1865. This pamphlet, which was printed on the 19th of April, contains a report of the proceedings of the meeting, including resolutions, description of a procession through the town, and a eulogy of the president. Monaghan, 765.

Price: $300.00