85
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(CIVIL WAR.)
Harper’s Weekly: A Journal of Civilization.
Volumes 5-9,
covering the period of the Civil War. Profusion of illustrations and maps. Folio, early
1
/
2
calf,
rubbed at extremities; a few repaired tears, minor dampstaining to a few issues, generally
strong and fresh. Not collated, but apparently complete.
New York, January 1861 to December 1865
[2,000/3,000]
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(CIVIL WAR.) Hotchkiss & Sons.
Target trial result and promotional circu-
lar for the Hotchkiss Rifled Cannon.
Various sizes and conditions.
Vp, 1861
[400/600]
Two promotional pieces prepared by the prominent gun manufacturer on the eve of war:
“Sketch of Target after Practice with Hotchkiss’ Rifled Cannon.” Partly printed manuscript on
oilcloth, 12
3
/
4
x 9 inches, completed with the results of a 25-shot trial. Sharon, CT, 26
February 1861 * Illustrated advertising circular, addressed in manuscript to “Adjutant
General,” 10 x 7
1
/
2
inches; minor wear at folds. New York, April 1861.
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