Lincoln Conspiracy - May 16, 1865 PHILIADELPHIA INQUIRER

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An all original edition of the Tuesday May 16, 1865 Philadelphia Inquirer. This example remains in nice complete and solid condition with period handling yet with no major tears and only a narrow section of tattering at the front mid-page fold as evidence of age and period use. This eight (20 X 13 inch) page edition bears the famous satirical image of Confederate President Jefferson Davis dressed as a woman as he was alleged to have done in flight. Bold headlines reflect the historic content relative to the conspiracy and early news surrounding the Lincoln Assignation . 'The Charges and Specifications Against the Assassins' - JEFF. DAVIS AND BOOTH CONSPIRE TOGETHER' - 'Extent and Character of the Plot' - 'DESIGN AND INTENTION OF THE CONSPIRATORS' - 'Intended Murder of Johnson, Seward and General Grant' - 'Parties Implicated Who Are Not Yet Arrested' - 'Progress of the Trial on Monday' - 'INTERESTING AND IMPORTANT TESTIMONY ! and more ! A scarce item for display and for interesting reading. We are pleased to offer a no questions asked three day inspection with return as purchased on direct sales!