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Address of the carriers of Poulson's American daily advertiser, to its patrons: on the commencement of the year 1806

Description

Abstract:
Poem praises value of carrier's news, mentioning the death of Nelson and the peace and plenty enjoyed by the United States.
Notes:
Printed in two columns divided by line of type ornaments within border of type ornaments.
Printed area measures: 29.2 x 16.9 cm.
Poem in 18 four-line stanzas.
Hay Broadsds Harris copy: Shelved under Poulson's American daily advertiser, 1806; disbound; left edge mutilated; tear below poem.
Shaw & Shoemaker, 50718.

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No Copyright - United States
Restrictions on Use
Collection is open for research.

Citation

"Address of the carriers of Poulson's American daily advertiser, to its patrons: on the commencement of the year 1806 " (1806). Carriers' Addresses. Brown Digital Repository. Brown University Library. https://repository.library.brown.edu/studio/item/bdr:49616/

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  • Carriers' Addresses

    Carriers' addresses were published by newspapers, usually on January 1, and distributed in the United States for more than two centuries. The custom originated in England and was introduced here during colonial times. The newsboys delivered these greetings in verse …
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