Archive Record
Images
Metadata
Catalog Number |
XI.1.3.2.026 |
Collection |
Collections. Civil War. Ephemera. |
Object Name |
Envelope |
Scope & Content |
Tan envelope with image on the left side in black ink. Uncle Sam is attempting to capture Jefferson Davis in a cone labeled, "SECESSION EXTINGUISHER," with two black men in a field and the capital building in the background. Text underneath reads: "Though not a wizard by profession. Old Uncle Sam know to save his Bacon, and deprive Secession Of its leading spirit- Traitor DAVIS." Small text along left margin reads, "Copyright secured by Brown & Ryan, New York." |
Date |
n.d. |
Extent of Description |
1 item. 3.0" x 5.5" |
Condition |
Excellent |
Condition Notes |
Laminated using the Barrow Method. |
Legal Status |
Owned by The Union League of Philadelphia. |
People |
Davis, Jefferson Finis |
Search Terms |
Civil War Covers (Envelopes) |