President Lincoln funeral program, Portland, 1865
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Maine Historical Society
The assassination of President Abraham Lincoln added to the mourning in communities across the state and nation.
Funeral services at Portland City Hall on April 19, 1865 commemorated Lincoln's assassination.
Poppenburg's Band played a dirge, and the Rev. Dr. J. J. Carruthers of the 2nd Parish Congregational Church gave an address.
Mrs. Olive A. Beale of Portland wrote a hymn for the occasion.
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