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Pictorial representations Lincoln’s deathbed
08-29-2014, 03:38 PM
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RE: Pictorial representations Lincoln’s deathbed
There are some accounts/paintings, etc. that include ex-Wisconsin Governor Leonard J. Farwell in the deathbed scene. I wonder about this. Farwell is the man who ran from Ford's and alerted Andrew Johnson at the Kirkwood House that Lincoln had been shot. Later Farwell escorted Johnson to the Petersen House, but according to Charles Sumner, Johnson only stayed two minutes and departed. I would assume Farwell left with Johnson as he was concerned with Johnson's safety. I wonder if he is included in the deathbed scenes because, like Johnson, he was there earlier. In his book, Reck includes Farwell in his list of "other individuals who have been listed at the deathbed in articles, books, or pictures."
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RE: Pictorial representations Lincoln’s deathbed - RJNorton - 08-29-2014 03:38 PM
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