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100	1		_aBranch, Stephen H., _d1813-
245	1	0	_aStephen H. Branch's Alligator, Vol. 1 no. 13, July 17, 1858
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2017
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2017-06-09
508			_aProduced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520			_a"Stephen H. Branch's Alligator, Vol. 1 no. 13, July 17, 1858" by Stephen H. Branch is a satirical publication written during the mid-19th century. This book is a periodical that comprises essays, anecdotes, and humorous pieces, reflecting on social issues of the time, particularly those related to politics and society in New York City. The likely focus of this work revolves around critiquing political figures, societal norms, and the absurdities of daily life in that era. In this issue of "Alligator," Branch employs satire to comment on various topics, including a humorous recounting of a primary election involving the character Peter Cooper and the cast of colorful supporters and adversaries surrounding him. He illustrates the chaotic and often violent nature of local politics through an exaggerated narrative filled with comical dialogue and absurd situations. Additionally, Branch shares personal anecdotes and observations about prominent figures such as Horace Greeley and Major Mordecai M. Noah, showcasing contentious editorial battles and the socio-political landscape of his time. Overall, the work highlights the intersection of humor and critique, revealing the challenges and follies faced in the political arena of 1858 New York. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aNew York (N.Y.) -- Politics and government
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/54877
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