Grand Civic and Military Procession in Philadelphia, February 22d, 1832, being the 100th Anniversary of the Birth of George Washington, The Soldier and Statesman - The Brave and Good [Philadelphia: 1832], large elephant folio broadside, measuring 23 x 35 inches, printed in large display types, illustrated with cuts, including a large eagle and shield, the text describing the procession is in five columns, all within a typographic border. This broadside, perhaps a newspaper "extra" describes the procession and festivities surrounding the celebration of Washington's centennial in Philadelphia. The procession is described, each group of tradesmen, associations and groups with their respective displays, cars, banners, signs, etc., are mentioned in their order of march. Amounting to some 122 groups in all. The parade commenced with "eighteen pioneers", followed by the Chief Marshal, Col. Clement C. Biddle, the city police, and groups of tradesmen: cabinet makers; hatters; the printers, headed by Mathew Carey; boat builders; comb makers; cabinet maker's; gilder's, smith's; etc., the firemen; and associations; Hunting Park Association; Horticultural Association; etc., groups both civic and charitable. There are some old folds and paper loss along folds and at fold joints, the broadside has been professionally restored and conserved, and is in very good condition. A rare and wonderful broadside documenting this event. Price: USD 4,500.00 other currencies   order no. 527    inquire

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