1897 Old War Songs G.A.R. Souvenir Songbook Worcester Mass Massachusetts Ads For Sale

Measures 5x7\"
This is a complete, original 1897 regional edition of the Grand Army of the Republic (G.A.R.) songbook titled \"This Song Souvenir of Old War Songs and G.A.R. and Patriotic Songs.\" Published by Comrade J.C.O. Redington of Syracuse, New York, this unique piece of historical paper ephemera was customized specifically for the veterans and citizens of Worcester, Massachusetts, and vicinity.The softcover pamphlet contains multiple pages of Union Civil War lyrics, musical notation, and patriotic graphics paired with extensive, highly detailed illustrated advertisements for 1897 Worcester businesses. Notable storefronts featured include W.A. England Watches & Jewelry at 394 Main Street, Blair Photographer at 44 Front Street, Waldo House Hotel, Worcester Mechanics\' Savings Bank, People\'s Savings Bank, Macullar & Son Men\'s Clothes, and many other local apothecaries, coal dealers, and tradesmen. Musical tracks include Tramp Tramp Tramp, Marching Through Georgia, and the George Balch Flag Salute. A fantastic primary source crossover piece for collectors of Civil War veterans\' history, G.A.R. encampment items, and late-19th-century Massachusetts regional history.