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The New York herald. [ No. 10445 (April 4, 1865)]

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC08840 Author/Creator: Place Written: New York, New York Type: Newspaper Date: 4 April 1865 Pagination: 8 p. : Height: 59 cm, Width: 41 cm Order a Copy

One newspaper issue of The New York herald, dated April 4, 1865. Prints news of the capture of Richmond and various celebrations in the North, particularly in New York City. Other printed material includes auction sales, public notices, employment postings, and advertisements.

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Canby, Edward Richard Sprigg, 1817-1873
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