Publisher's Synopsis
""Farewell Dinner to Francis Ellingwood Abbot: On Retiring from the Editorship of The Index, at Young's Hotel, Boston, June 24, 1880"" is a book written by C.G. Ames. The book is a documentation of a farewell dinner that was held in honor of Francis Ellingwood Abbot, who was retiring from the editorship of The Index. The event was held at Young's Hotel in Boston on June 24, 1880. The book contains speeches and addresses given by various people at the dinner, including Abbot himself. The speeches cover topics such as Abbot's contributions to The Index and his impact on the community. The book provides a unique insight into the life and work of Francis Ellingwood Abbot, and his influence on the intellectual and cultural scene of Boston in the late 19th century.Also Authored By William J. Potter, George Batchelor, And Others.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.