A place for show-and-tell, wondering aloud, and wandering the trails of curiosity . . . Comments, corrrections, additional information, fresh insights, other interpretations, more images, or related observations will be welcomed!
Related to the LocoFocos. ( Collection of Ron Schieber )
"As with the Hunkers and Barnburners, Silver Greys, Hardshells and Softshells, the Locofocos sprang from the hothouse of New York politics."
( http://elektratig.blogspot.com/2009/01/revolt-of-locofocos.html )