1888 and 1892 Republican campaign songbooks and pamphlet
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Abstract
This collection consists of three songbooks issued by various Republican organizations, including the National Republican League of the United States, for the 1888 and 1892 Presidential campaigns.
Historical note
The 1888 United States Presidential election was between Democratic incumbent Grover Cleveland and Republican nominee Benjamin Harrison, and resulted in a victory for Harrison. Cleveland won the Presidency back from Harrison in 1892, and in so doing became the only United States President ever to serve two non-consecutive terms.
Scope and Contents
This collection consists of three songbooks issued by various Republican organizations, including the National Republican League of the United States, for the 1888 and 1892 Presidential campaigns. The songbooks concern a variety of political and social issues, including slavery. An 1888 pamphlet issued by the Brooklyn Young Republican Club containing a historical sketch comparing the protection of domestic industries and free trade is also included.
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These items are in the public domain.
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Preferred Citation
Identification of item, date (if known); 1888 and 1892 Republican campaign songbooks and pamphlet, 1977.018, Box and Folder number; Brooklyn Public Library, Center for Brooklyn History.
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Source and date of acquisition unknown. Formally accessioned in 1977.
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