I have, however, classified my subjects, as will appear, in order that those who so desire can omit what might be devoid of interest, having myself experienced, in the consideration of the various "Lives of Lincoln" I have seen, the difficulty of selection and avoidance which occurred in an unclassified consideration of the subject. I have had other similar, though somewhat less radical, experiences and, upon the advice of friends, the following sketches, written chiefly several years since, and now modified and amplified, are offered to the public with much trepidation, many misgivings, and no well defined ideas as to their reception. Lincoln coming under review, we disdained our comfortable berths, and "The glow-worm showed the matin to be near," before we took note that I had spent the entire night in rehearsing, to these distinguished gentlemen, various incidents which suggested themselves to my mind, pertaining to this greatest of men, within my own personal experience and this attention on their part was, of course, an homage to his memory, and not in any wise to me, and is indicative of the esteem in which his memory is held by men of breadth, culture and high attainments. John Baton, then Commissioner of Education, and now President of Marietta College and, the subject of Mr. While traveling eastward, some years since, I was honored with the company of Senator Fowler of Tennessee, and Hon. Photograph of Statue of Lincoln, at Rochester, N. The "Lincoln" Log Cabin, at Farmington, Ill.Īutograph Letter of Abraham Lincoln, June 24, 1858 Site of the Home of Abraham Lincoln, at New SalemĪutograph Letter of Abraham Lincoln, Aug. Home of Abraham Lincoln's Father, at Elizabethtown, Ky.Īutograph Letter from Oliver Wendell Holmes, May 27, 1866 22, 1858Īutograph Letter of Abraham Lincoln, Nov. 25, 1858Īutograph Letter of Abraham Lincoln, Aug. 30, 1858Īutograph Letter of Abraham Lincoln, Dec. WashburneĪutograph Letter of Abraham Lincoln, Nov. The "Grant" Family, Thirty-five Days Before the Hero's Death 1, 1863įac-simile of Map of Road Survey by Abraham Lincolnįac-simile of Certificate to Accompany the Same, by Same 30, 1861Īutograph Letter of Abraham Lincoln, July 9, 1856įac-simile Copy of Emancipation Proclamation, Preliminaryįac-simile Copy of Emancipation Proclamation, Jan. Somers, and Two Autograph Letters from Abraham LincolnĪutograph Note of Abraham Lincoln to McClellan, Sept. Well Where Lincoln First Saw Ann RutledgeĪutograph Speech at Gettysburgh Battle Ground (1st page)Īutograph Speech at Gettysburgh Battle Ground (2nd page)Īn Autographic "Declaration" of Seven Pages 18, 1857Īutograph Letter of Abraham Lincoln (2nd page) Dec. 1855Īutograph Letter of Abraham Lincoln, June 7, 1855Īutograph Letter of Abraham Lincoln (1st page) Dec. Photograph of Leonard Swett and AutographĪ Lawyer's Advertisement of Central Illinois, A. Photograph of Abraham Lincoln, by Alschuler Log Cabin Quilts & Fabric Shop 2679 Old Phila.Tremont House, Chicago, from 1850 to 1871 Log Cabin has a comprehensive selection of high quality fabrics in all types of styles, colors, and themes, plus a full line of sewing notions, patterns, and a nice variety of tools & accessories. Whether you are an experienced quilter or an experimenting sewing novice, their knowledgeable and friendly staff are always ready to assist in making sure your purchases meet your needs. The quality of this shop is matched by Ruth’s passion for quilting and her skills in the sewing craft. Locally owned and family operated by the Miller family, Ruth Miller has built her business upon a rich tradition of handcrafted quilt artistry that she acquired from her mother and siblings. Located in the idyllic village of Bird-in-Hand, Log Cabin welcomes customers into a welcoming atmosphere that is well organized and easy to browse. When you are looking for an heirloom quality quilt that has been locally made or choosing fabrics so you can assemble your own masterpiece, Log Cabin Quilts & Fabric Shop is your one-stop shopping destination.
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