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Bible

Object number72.58

Artist American Bible Society

Date1861-1865

MediumPaper; Leather

Credit LineGift of W.M. McCandless

DescriptionSmall book-bound in blue leather. Interwoven strap for carrying convenience.Inside fly leaves-many incriptions from ladies of Allegheny city, W.M. McCandless, and the Allegheny Bible Society, Number 62 on spine of book.Dimensions4.75 x 0.75 x 2.25 in. (12.1 x 1.9 x 5.7 cm)
Inscriptions: To...../will you accept this little memento/of Christian love from the Ladies of/Allegheny City?/May it be your/companion and comfort, in camp and/...

Miss Johnston inscribed information on the opening pages, dated April 23, 1861.

Cover page inscription states that Bible was presented by (illegible) McCandless in May 1921 to HSWP.
Historical NotesUnion soldier's Bible given by the Bible Society to Pittsburgh City Guards. Donated by W.M. McCandless in 1921.

Related institution Ladies of Allegheny City

Related institution Pittsburgh City Guards

Related institution Allegheny Bible Society

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