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Reformed Church : Almanac for The Reformed Church in the United States for the Year of Our Lord 1877

Reformed Church Publication Board, Philadelphia, 1877

1877. First edition. Paper pamphlet style, about 6¾-inches wide by 8½-inches high, 39 pages with illustrations and advertisements, such as a full-page ad for Wanamaker's of Philadelphia. Condition: Heavy wear, creases, tears, chips, pieces missing (mostly to paper binding and at margins). Several penciled-in numbers on back cover by previous owner. Lightly age toned and old damp stains. Else, overall Fair. Text is clear and readable, illustrations are clear. No stickers or bookplates, and no writing in the text (except for numbers on back cover). This publication by the Reformed Church in the United States includes an almanac for 1877, and articles that included the number of saloons in the country, a watchman's song, religious-oriented articles (including those addressing Good Friday), missions (and their commercial value), how to have good teeth, the American Flag, the qualifications of a Sunday-School teacher, tips on a good speech, odd church names, pulpit advertising, arriving late at church, revivals, tips for readers, funerals, baptized children, and various (meeting of the classes, orphan homes, deaths of ministers, etc.). Fascinating, historical - certainly antiquarian. Very uncommon and collectible. Note: We are a well-established, well-respected, ethical book dealer in business since 1991. We describe the condition of our books thoroughly and honestly, so you'll know exactly what you will be receiving when you order.. Book Condition: Fair. Binding: Paper

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