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Fowler, Henry (1824-1872) Character and death of Abraham Lincoln. A discourse preached at Auburn, N. Y., April 23, 1865. By Rev. Henry Fowler, pastor of the Central Presbyterian church

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02913.08 Author/Creator: Fowler, Henry (1824-1872) Place Written: Auburn, New York Type: Pamphlet Date: 1865 Pagination: 16 p. ; 22 x 14 cm. Order a Copy

Published by Wm. J. Moses' Steam Press Establishment. The pamphlet was "published by request." Inscribed "[Eu.] John H. Chedell with the regard of Henry Fowler." Discusses Lincoln's character and qualities. Feels that justice should be done and "calls upon the government to unsheath the sword of justice."

Fowler, Henry, 1824-1872
Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865

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