Winter Autograph, Art and Sports Auction
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Burritt (1810-1879). "The Learned Blacksmith". Reformer, linguist. The first man to attempt to organize an international peace corps. Burritt opposed the Civil War on pacifist grounds. ALS, 1p. 8vo, Albany, Jan. 5, 1859. "I have come to Albany to prepare for our State Convention. Have found a few earnest men ready to cooperate in making necessary arrangements. I think we shall have a grand and impressive demonstration. Gov. [John A.] King may possibly be present and speak ...
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