Ms. : Genl. Tom Thumb route books, 1872-1880.

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Ms. : Genl. Tom Thumb route books, 1872-1880.

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Daniel Palmer was road manager for the troupe. The first route book (1872-80) records cities, theaters, and hotels for the tour; the second (1872-73) lists theaters, number of seats sold, and ticket prices.

2 items (ca. 235 p.) ; 13 x 15 cm.

Boston Public Library, Central Library in Copley Square

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Boston Public Library, Central Library in Copley Square

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Thumb, Tom, 1838-1883

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