Broadside, "The Philadelphia, Charleston, and Baltimore New Line of Stages," 1788
THF204124 / Broadside, "The Philadelphia, Charleston, and Baltimore New Line of Stages," 1788 / detail
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Artifact Overview
Originally printed in 1788, this advertisement features a detailed description of the stage line operated by Gershom Johnson and Michael Dennison. This stage line ran between Philadelphia, Charlestown, and Baltimore.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Broadside (Notice)
Subject Date
1788
Creator Notes
Made for a stage coach line operated by Gershom Johnson and Michael Dennison
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
82.129.1503
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Paper (Fiber product)
Linen (Material)
Color
Black-and-white (Colors)
Dimensions
Height: 3.813 in
Width: 4.75 in
Inscriptions
Description beneath: Advertisement of the stage coach line operated by Gershom Johnson and Michael/ Dennison between Philadelphia, Charleston, and Baltimore. Giving schedules and rate/ of fare./ Small printed broadside./ Date: 1788.
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