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Dorchester Illustration 2606  David Claypoole Johnston

David Claypoole Johnston was an artist and political cartoonist, who spent part of his life in Dorchester on Payson Avenue. Today’s illustration is an example of his work.  In the 1840 U.S. election, Democrat Martin Van Buren hoped to be … Continue reading

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