[Homer_J_Simpson]

Thanks for the thoughtful commentary. I was a little disappointed with the bland appearance of the 1860’s NYT after experiencing the sensational headlines and iconic photos of the 1940’s version. But we can still get a charge out of reading the first draft of history we have been learning about since we were youngsters. I was relieved to learn there are only 8 pages to scroll through on the Times Machine instead of the 30 odd I got with WWII microfilm. If I can keep it up until May 1865 it should be quite the educational experience.

[BroJoeK]

"But we can still get a charge out of reading the first draft of history we have been learning about since we were youngsters."

Is it fair to say that in 1860 "the Old Gray Lady" was still a beautiful young Republican woman?