1893 Grand Army of the Republic imprint signed (in print) by Eli Lilly

8 1/2 x 11, imprint, signed (in print) by the famous pharmaceutical chemist, Eli Lilly, as Chairman of the Committee.

Citizens' Executive Board
27th National Encampment
G.A.R.

Indianapolis, May 25, 1893

General Circular No. 2.

The indications at this time are that the attendance at the Twenty-seventh National Encampment G.A.R., to be held in Indianapolis in the first week in September, will be much the largest in the history of the organization. The central point at which the Encampment will be held will enable a greater number of the veterans to attend at less cost than ever before. The World's Fair at Chicago is an attraction that thousands will combine with the Encampment, as the railroad rates for the latter will probably be the lowest that will be offered this year.

Much more fine content regarding the railroad rates for the Encampment, arrangements for entertainment of the veterans, accommodations in hotels or boarding houses, sleeping quarters in the barracks, and more.

Signed in print by Eli Lilly, as Chairman, and William Fortune, as Executive Director.

Age toning and light wear. Very fine.

WBTS Trivia: The famous Eli Lilly Pharmaceutical Company, headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, was founded in 1876, by Colonel Eli Lilly, a pharmaceutical chemist, and Civil War veteran.