$500
American, second half of 19th century (circa 1863). "The Port Hudson Freemen", Volume 1, No. 1, Union newspaper print publication on paper published out of Port Hudson, Louisiana on July 15, 1863. Headline reads "GLORIOUS NEWS VICKSBURG IS OURS. Unconditional Surrender." Overall framed approximately 18.9" x 12.6". Note: Typed note attached to exterior of frame noting that this paper was brought to the North by Charles H. Emerson 26th Mass. Reg. Co. A.
Auctioneer:
Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery
Date:
2015-08-09