Belfast, (ME): Charles Giles, printer, 1845. Second edition (“Improved edition of an anonymous pamphlet printed at Belfast, 1828” – preface).). 8vo. 14 pp. “Commenced with the sole view of proving the immortality of man” (preface). Read (1759-1859) served in Congress, from Massachusetts, 1800-1803, and was a well-regarded judge, farmer, and..... More
Having moved from Salem to Belfast in 1807, Read quickly realized the need for a school, for the needs of the community and his children, launching his effort to build something from the ground up; instrumental in its establishment, Read served on the schools Board of Trustees until his death..... More
Small 4to (22 cm). Bifolio of four pages, approximately 550 words, in part: [Responding to a recent letter from the Ex-President:] “With a view to ascertain by experiment the use of a machine most notable for different horse power, I am now constructing one at Salem, designed, nearly as I...... More
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Belfast, (ME): 1824. Original bifolio manuscript of 13 numbered toasts to be given at the community “farmer’s jubilee” (i.e., the annual Cattle Show). 4to. Three pages, approximately 300 words, No. 4 in full: “[To] The President of the United States [John Quincy Adams]. The wisdom & mildness of his administration..... More