Stephen A. Douglas, a memorial : a description of the dedication of the monument erected to his memory at Brandon, Vermont, on the centennial anniversary of his birth, and the proceedings connected therewith : together with other matters and things pertaining to his life and character

Preface

In the preparation of this memorial, which was a labor of love, the editor has received valuable assistance from institutions and individuals, and to them he takes this occasion to render his acknowledgements and express his thanks. To the following in particular he desires to acknowledge his obligations for favors received:

The Illinois State Historical Society for a photograph of the letter from Stephen A. Douglas reproduced herein, for permission to publish the letter to Hall Sims, and for other courtesies.

William L. Patton, of Springfield, Illinois, the owner of the hitherto unpublished letters of Douglas to C. H. Lanphier, for permission to publish them.

Judge Robert M. Douglas, of Greensboro, N. C, for a photograph of the check given by Douglas to Abraham Lincoln, reproduced herein.

The Sheldon Museum, of Middlebury, Vermont, for the use of newspapers in its collections.

The Rutland Herald, Rutland, Vt., for the use of its files.

Congressman Frank E. Greene, of St. Albans, Vt. ^

President John M. Thomas, of Middlebury College. •

Mr. E. G. Hunt, of New Haven, Vt., for information and favors received.

Miss Shirley Farr, of Chicago and Brandon, Mr. F. H. Farrington, of Brandon, and all other Brandon citizens, who, by their contributions of money, counsel or information, have made this publication possible.

Brandon, Vt., January 18, 1914.

Contents

Preliminary 5

Account of the Exercises 6

Addresses 7