Bound Periodical, Harper's Weekly, 1858
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This periodical shows a fire at New York City Hall on August 18, 1858. To celebrate the successful transmission of messages over the transatlantic cable September 1 was declared as an "International Cable Jubilee" day. New York City began its commemorations early, setting off a display of fireworks. Sparks ignited the dome of City Hall, destroying part of the building.
This periodical shows a fire at New York City Hall on August 18, 1858. To celebrate the successful transmission of messages over the transatlantic cable September 1 was declared as an "International Cable Jubilee" day. New York City began its commemorations early, setting off a display of fireworks. Sparks ignited the dome of City Hall, destroying part of the building.
Artifact
Magazine (Periodical)
Date Made
02 January 1858-25 December 1858
Subject Date
02 January 1858-25 December 1858
Collection Title
On Exhibit
By Request in the Benson Ford Research Center
Object ID
2016.0.28.3
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Leather
Technique
Printing (Process)
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 16.25 in
Width: 12 in
Depth: 2.125 in
Inscriptions
on spine: HARPER'S / WEEKLY / 1858
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