Julia Ward Howe ANS

Autograph note signed by Julia Ward Howe. The note, written in her hand, reads:

"Pray excuse my being so late in the day with my apology.

Yours sincerely

Julia W. Howe

Thursday 28th

19 Boylston Pl."

Penned on a slip of paper measuring approximately 3.75" x 6.75". In fine condition.

Julia Ward Howe (May 27, 1819 – October 17, 1910) was an American author and poet, known for writing the "Battle Hymn of the Republic" as new lyrics to an existing song, and the original 1870 pacifist Mothers' Day Proclamation. She was also an advocate for abolitionism and a social activist, particularly for women's suffrage.

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