Lincoln Farm Association Certificate [n.p. 1909 April 22] : Lincoln Farm Association / made out to one Capt. Cooney.

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Lincoln Farm Association Certificate [n.p. 1909 April 22] : Lincoln Farm Association / made out to one Capt. Cooney.

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An appeal for funds to save Lincoln's birthplace had been sent out in 1906. This certificate was sent to those who made donations in response to that initial appeal for funds. Signed in type by Mark Twain and others.

1 p. ; 24.1 x 30.5 cm.

Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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SNAC Resource ID: 7552098

Copley Press, J S Copley Library

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