Abraham Lincoln's Stovepipe Hat, Etc.

[maharba]

Apparently it was his favorite (or last worn) stove-pipe hat. The clipping
had it appropriated by a 'Lincoln relic collector' name of Oldroyd. I don't
know that any event I have ever seen anyone wear one. Now a shiny
black top hat can be a fashion statement, yes. The odd clipped, sparse
black beard along with the extra tall stovepipe hat and a dark black suit
are a memorable combination. I would guess that the executors of Rev
Gurley's estate took some financial consideration in lieu of having the
hat returned. Only a guess.