February 29, 2024
1862 Gov Election Ticket Civil War Gen James Wadsworth
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This week I will be listing several pieces of old political ephemera, so check my other auctions. I buy at local auctions and estate sales in rural NH all week and list most everything I find on Ebay. I typically offer old photos, stereoviews, postcards, programs, view books, trade cards, books, advertising, railroad, sports, military, toys, dolls, etc., etc. All items guaranteed to be vintage and original, no reproductions. Check my other auctions for more fun old stuff.THIS ITEM: Regular Republican Union ticket from the New York State gubernatorial election of 1862. Wonderfully ornate, measures about 2 1/2" by 5 1/4". Civil War General James S. Wadsworth allowed his supporters to run him for governor of New York against the anti-war Democrat Horatio Seymour. He was so intent on being a good soldier, however, that he declined to leave the army to campaign. As a result, he lost the election. He didn't seem to mind, enjoying the excitement and satisfaction of being with the troops in the field. He fought at Chancellorville, Gettysburg, and was eventually killed at the battle of the wilderness, 1864. US BUYERS: I accept money orders, personal checks, and Paypal. I will gladly combine multiple purchases to save on postage. Insurance required on purchaces over $100.00. Seller not responsible for uninsured items lost or damaged in the
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