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The printers and Mr. Childs [cover title]. Celebration of the birthday of George W. Childs. Banquet of the association of ex-delegates of Philadelphia Typographical Union, No. 2, and of Pressmen's Union, No. 4, to the International Typographical Union, Ma
[Philadelphia, Collins Printing House, 1888]. "From the Printer's Circular, Philadelphia, May, 1888;" 12mo, pp. 47, [1]; engraved portrait and view of "The Printers' Cemetery, Philadelphia, presented by George W. Childs, October 17, 1868," both full page; near fine in the original printed self-wrappers with minor soiling and a few virtually imperceptible creases. Childs (1829-1894) was the founder and editor of the Philadelphia Public Ledger and a generous philanthropist. This ephemeral item details the "Decorations and Arrangements" as well as the guests, speeches, toasts, and letters from those unable to attend the birthday bash.
Offered for US$ 85.00 by: Rulon-Miller Books ABAA/ILAB - Book number: 28881