1848 Discourse on the Life of Francis R. Shunk, by William R. DeWitt, Harrisburg

Description: A Discourse on the Life and Character of Francis R. Shunk, Late Governor of Pennsylvania: Delivered August 9, 1848, At the Request of a Committee of the Citizens of Harrisburg. By W. R. DeWitt, Pastor of the Presbyterian Church, Harrisburg. Printed by I.G. M'Kinley & J. M. G. Lescure, Harrisburg, 1848. 30 pp., 5.25 x 8.25". In poor condition. Disbound pamphlet. Front page exhibits mild foxing. Graphite marginalia throughout text block. Pages contain mild foxing throughout. Binding is brittle but in tact. Please see photos. Francis R. Shunk (1788-1848) was an American politician from Pennsylvania. Shunk was originally a teacher from a poor background, but rose through politics after his service in the Pennsylvania militia during the War of 1812. After serving as the clerk of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, Shunk married the daughter of then-governor William Findlay. In 1844, Shunk won the governor's sear himself as a Democrat. He resigned in 1848 due to failing health and passed away 11 days later. This pamphlet is a oration from Rev. William DeWitt of the Presbyterian Church of Harrisburg speaking about the life and character of Shunk. Typical of eulogies, this speech speaks to the hard work and effort of an individual like Shunk and pays homage to him well. This is great piece of Harrisburg or Pennsylvania history. COLPAP-1041-RT155

Price: 100 USD

Location: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

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