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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Too dark for painting. Out door business. Startling news—the War commenced. The bombardment of Fort Sumpter commenced by the Confederates, yesterday morning. Intense excitement in the City. A report that Fort Sumpter is on fire and that it has been surrendered by Major Anderson.
Citation: John Henry Brown (1818-1891), autograph journal/account book. Philadelphia, 1844-1890. AMs 574/14.1