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Lot #97
U. S. Grant: The World Newspaper from November 4, 1868 - Results of the 1868 United States Presidential Election

Estimate: $200+

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Description

Complete issue of the New York newspaper The World from November 4, 1868, eight pages, 15.5 x 22.5, containing results of the 1868 United States presidential election that announced Republican nominee Ulysses S. Grant as the victor, with headlines in bold: “THE RESULT.,” “Ulysses S. Grant President of the United States,” and “Colfax Vice-President.” The lead article begins: “The general result of the Presidential election yesterday does not vary from what was expected by intelligent men in both parties;” The paper continues with reports on the results of the electoral college vote and with reports from across the country. In very good to fine condition, with a horizontal fold and wear to edges.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autograph and Artifacts Featuring John F. Kennedy
  • Dates: October 25, 2024 - November 13, 2024