An error has occurred while processing this page. The site administrator has been notified. We apologize for the inconvenience.
No Image
No Image
117
(CIVIL WAR.) Manuscript Letter Signed to Abraham Lincoln from members of the New Orleans Chamber of Commerce,
opposing trade regulations during the Union control of the city, requesting that they be allowed to trade outside the military lines for sugar, cotton and other products. Signed by Cuthbert Bullitt and 7 other members of the Chamber of Commerce. 3 pages, 3 folio sheets, attached together; folds, separation along one fold. [New Orleans, circa 1863]
- Notes: "... Under these regulations, no interchange of commodities whatever can take place between parties residing on the opposite sides of the military lines, no matter what their political sentiments may be... A state of things more adverse to the best interests of the Country at large, and less likely to aid in the restoration of friendly relations between the hostile sections which now divide it... It would enable the Commanding General to combine the influence of the Olive branch with that of the Sword, and do more toward conquering hostile sectional feelings than the largest army..."
Accepted Forms of Payment:
December 4, 2003 12:00 AM EST
New York, NY, US
Swann Auction Galleries
You agree to pay a buyer's premium of 0% and any applicable taxes and shipping.