Rafael Osona Auctions Annual Catalog 2020 | Page 256

79. The Phebe Almy sampler is accompanied by Almy family memorabilia: a schoolhouse slate, and four 19 th c. books owned and inscribed by Almy family members David, Elizabeth, Lucy and Pelig Almy. Chalkboard slate carved with initials E.W.A. in hardwood frame with inlaid chalk sharpener and alphabet carvings. David Almy’s book: History of the United States of America, Rev. Charles A. Goodrich, 3rd Editor Hartford, Publ. Barber & Robinson, 1824 Elizabeth Almy’s book: Elements of Chemistry 1831 with Engravings Lucy B. Almy’s book: Weekly Sabbath, 1836 Pelig Almy’s book: Early Christians on War, 1814, printed in New Bedford 251 Rafael Osona Auctions