Lincoln, Abraham 1809-1865 Proclamation for Thanksgiving, Oct. 3, 1863

Model
Paged Content
Publisher
A.D.F. Randolph,
Description
First line: Give thanks, all ye people, give thanks to the Lord. Cover title. A metrical version of Lincoln's first Thanksgiving proclamation; music by William Augustus Muhlenberg. English words; 1st verse printed between the lines of music and verses 1-9 printed as text following the music. FAU copy has lyricist's name inscribed on the front cover, which reads: "By Rev. Dr. Muhlenberg of New York." FAU copy has inscription: To the New Jersey Historical Society, from S. Alofsen. Jersey City, May 17. 1864.
Summary: A national hymn, in response to the proclamation of the President of the United States, recommending a general thanksgiving on November 26, 1863.
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