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The sale of Manhattan (price not mentioned) - a continuous performance / Kep.
Summary
Illustration shows a modern version of the sale of Manhattan Island between unidentified legislators masquerading as Natives and New York businessmen; among some familar faces are James S. Schoolcraft representing the Natives and lurking in the background of businessmen is John D. Rockefeller.
Caption: Respectfully submitted to the Float Committee of the Hudson-Fulton Celebration.
Illus. in: Puck, v. 66, no. 1695 (1909 August 25), centerfold.
Copyright 1909 by Keppler & Schwarzmann.
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Date
01/01/1909
Contributors
Keppler, Udo J., 1872-1956, artist
Source
Library of Congress
Copyright info
No known restrictions on publication.
