John Henry Brown was a painter of portrait miniatures, living and working in Philadelphia. He had met Lincoln in August of 1860 when he was commissioned to paint Lincoln’s portrait for a supporter, but although Brown liked Lincoln personally, he did not agree with Republican policies.
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At Miss Roger’s picture. Lost another engagement today, owing to the condition of the times. This makes six hundred & seventy five dollars, lost thus far, by broken engagements and no new engagements making. This is the time of year, engagements were generally made, which gave me work for a year.
Andrew G. Curtin, (Republican) inaugurated Governor of Pennsylvania, for three years. His address is moderate in tone.
Citation: John Henry Brown (1818-1891), autograph journal/account book. Philadelphia, 1844-1890. AMs 574/14.1
The Federal Commander at Ft. Pickens at Pensacola once more refuses demands by Florida officials to surrender the Fort.
Talk is increasing in the South of the need for a confederation of Southern states. Plans are being made for a convention.