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Biden signs proclamation establishing Springfield 1908 Race Riot Monument
Just before signing the proclamation, he explained how “a mob not far from Lincoln's home unleashed a race riot in Springfield.” Illinois Democratic Sen. Dick Durbin elaborated on what he ...
Illinois protestors rally at state capitol against President Trump
Protestors again rallied at the Illinois capitol on Presidents Day against the Trump administration, despite freezing ...
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The amazing story behind the only photograph of President Lincoln in death
It was discovered in 1952 by a teenager visiting the Lincoln Home historic site in Springfield, Illinois. Ronald Rietveld, a 14-year-old history buff, was looking through some old folders when he ...
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From his presidency to his assassination Lincoln's ledger open to public in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) — Abraham Lincoln had to eat, sleep and put money in the bank just like everyone else. Now you can see the transactions and bank movements he made throughout his life in ...
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State Treasurer Frerichs, JPMorganChase Bring ‘Lincoln Ledger’ to Downtown Springfield
SPRINGFIELD - Fans of Abraham Lincoln lore can now look at a historic ledger at the downtown Springfield site where the ...