2024-01 Raynors Americana Auction
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 1/21/2024
William Booth (1829-1912) was an English Methodist preacher who, along with his wife, Catherine, founded the Salvation Army and became its first General (1878-1912). The Christian movement with a quasi-military structure and government founded in 1865 has spread from London to many parts of the world through British Imperialism and colonization, it is known for being one of the largest distributors of humanitarian aid. Autograph Manuscript Signed "William Booth, New York, Jany 17th, 1898". In full, ""What a treasure is life? Is there any more important question than that which asks 'How am I using it.' I ought to be able to answer the question satisfactorily to my own conscience. How is it with you, dear friend?" Provenance Heritage, 2006, LOT #25585 $283.
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