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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMWLL_jesse-k-dubois-house_Springfield-IL.html
This was the home of Jesse K. Dubois and his family from 1859 to 1864. Dubois was the Illinois State Auditor, a close friend of Abraham Lincoln and his most important political ally in this neighborhood. One of the Dubois sons was named after Linc…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMWLK_politics-in-the-neighborhood_Springfield-IL.html
Just Imagine! On August 8, 1860, an exuberant political rally parade passed by the Lincoln home, including:180 train cars of Lincoln supporters28 oxen pulling a mammoth wagon21 Wide Awake Clubs (groups of young pro-Lincoln men)10 decorated caravan…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMWLJ_allen-miller-house_Springfield-IL.html
Allen and Clarissa Miller had their house built shortly after purchasing this double lot in 1855 for $650. They and their three young children shared the house with Clarissa's brother, James Keys, and his wife. At the time, Miller was a prosperous…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMWLI_mary-lincolns-circle-of-friends_Springfield-IL.html
Mary Lincoln formed lasting friendships with women in her neighborhood, including Julia Sprigg and Hanna Shearer, and exchanged a lively correspondence with many out-of-town relatives and friends.Julia Sprigg lived in the house behind you and was …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMWLH_julia-sprigg-house_Springfield-IL.html
Mrs. Sprigg, a widow, purchased this house in 1853 and used it as a residence for herself and her children until 1869.She became close friends with her neighbor, Mrs. Lincoln; Mrs. Sprigg's daughter often babysat for the younger Lincoln boys.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMWLG_charles-corneau-house_Springfield-IL.html
This was the residence of Lincoln's friend, Charles Corneau, a Springfield druggist. Historic records show that the Lincoln family purchased such items as "Cough Candy," "Castor Oil," and "Hair Balsam" at the Corneau and Diller drugstore. Like Lin…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMWK9_lincolns-home-becomes-a-shrine_Springfield-IL.html
Lincoln understood the importance of making his image available for the presidential campaign. Springfield photographer Preston Butler captured several likenesses of Lincoln during the 1860 election.Lower Left Ambrotype of Abraham Lincoln, 1860 by…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMV2I_soldiers-of-the-war-of-1812_Springfield-IL.html
To Honor the Soldiers of the War of 1812who lie buried in Sangamon County
First Column:Roswell Abel · James Adams · William Archer · James Baker · Jacob Baker · Eli Barbre · Isaac Bates · Oliver …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMSP0_highway-tree-planting_Springfield-IL.html
One of the first comprehensive highway tree planting projects in Illinois is along this route which leads to the New Salem State Park. The planting, which was completed in 1934, was sponsored by the Women's Horner Clubs of Sangamon County.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HMRCP_lindbergh-field_Springfield-IL.html
"Site of"1st Airport in Sangamon CountyLindbergh FieldApril 1926 to 1929