This product is a historical newspaper published by the Rochester Democrat on May 18, 1865. The newspaper contains articles and information about the conspiracy to assassinate President Lincoln, providing a unique insight into a significant event in American history. Made in the United States, this collectible item offers a glimpse into the past and allows readers to explore the news and perspectives of that time period. eBay AI.
Rochester Daily Democrat, Rochester, New York, Thursday Morning, May 18, 1865.
Large broadsheet 20 inches wide.
One section, 4 pages.
The news stories deal with the conspiracy to assassinate President Abraham Lincoln and the trials in court.
Lincoln was shot April 14, 1865 and died the next day.
The assassin John Wilkes Booth was captured and killed April 26.
A few excerpts:
* Washington dispatches say that the testimony brought out on the trial of the assassination conspirators during the past two days very clearly implicates [Confederate President Jefferson Davis].
* Henry Van Steinacker, confederate engineer, was asked: What did you understand by the expression he "must go up the spout," from all that Booth said? Answer: It was a common expression meaning he must be killed...
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