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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No painting. The news from Washington, that the Administration intend giving orders for the evacuation of Fort Sumpter, has created a great deal of joy and a quickening influence on business.
Citation: John Henry Brown (1818-1891), autograph journal/account book. Philadelphia, 1844-1890. AMs 574/14.1
Ft. McIntosh in Texas is abandoned by Federal troops.
In Britain sides are being taken whether to recognize the Confederate States as a nation. If Britain were to recognize the Confederacy that the chances of the eventual success of secession would greatly increase.