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The age of sham: a New Year's greeting, by the carriers of the Daily telegraph. January 1, 1871

Description

Abstract:
Poem criticizes sham and hypocrisy of professions, occupations, and modern life in general.
Notes:
Within triple-line border with ornamental corners on page [1], double-line border with ornamental corners on pages [2]-[3]
At end of text vignette of harp in wreath of shamrocks.
Cover title.
Hay Broadsds Harris copy: Shelved as: Daily telegraph (Harrisburg, Pa.), 1871; fold damage.

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

Citation

"The age of sham: a New Year's greeting, by the carriers of the Daily telegraph. January 1, 1871 " (1871). Carriers' Addresses. Brown Digital Repository. Brown University Library. https://repository.library.brown.edu/studio/item/bdr:49657/

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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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