John M. Palmer

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Title

John M. Palmer

Subject

Palmer, John M. (John McAuley), 1817-1900
Veterans
Governors
Illinois. Governor
Illinois. General Assembly. Senate

Description

A drawing features John M. Palmer, a veteran of the American Civil War who served in the Illinois Senate, and as the 15th Governor of the state of Illinois (1869-1873), holding a cane.

On verso: "Senator Palmer: There was no congressman who attracted so much attention and admiration as Senator Palmer. He was [cheered] by every-body, and was really the feature of the party. This sketch pleased him very much."

Creator

Walker

Publisher

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum

Date

n.d.

Format

jpg

Language

eng

Identifier

402651
Miscellaneous Collection
Oversized Individuals Collection

Original Format

drawing
b&w
1

Physical Dimensions

43 x 26 cm