A Thrilling Incident during Voting, 18th Ward, Philadelphia, Oct 11, 1864
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Voting in the 19th century was not a secret process, and intimidation was a common tactic on all sides. Because ballots were preprinted and listed only candidates from a single party, everyone knew who you voted for. This could result in "thrilling" disagreements at polling places, such as this scene from an 1864 election in Philadelphia.
Voting in the 19th century was not a secret process, and intimidation was a common tactic on all sides. Because ballots were preprinted and listed only candidates from a single party, everyone knew who you voted for. This could result in "thrilling" disagreements at polling places, such as this scene from an 1864 election in Philadelphia.
Artifact
Print (Visual work)
Date Made
1864
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
26.93.30
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Technique
Lithography
Dimensions
Height: 17.5 in
Width: 12.875 in
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