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Chicago Tribune (fl. 1861) Chicago Tribune Extra. Inaugural message of Abraham Lincoln, President of the United States.

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02316 Author/Creator: Chicago Tribune (fl. 1861) Place Written: Chicago, Illinois Type: Broadside Date: 4 March 1861 Pagination: 1 p. ; 61 x 23 cm. Order a Copy

Printing of Lincoln's first inaugural address in three columns. This was printed the day of Lincoln's inauguration. Lincoln proclaims his determination to preserve the Union. In an attempt to assuage the South, he says he will not interfere with the institution of slavery in the states where it still exists.

Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865

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