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Petersen House is a must stop for Lincoln fans

Posted on October 1, 2018 by Rick

For many years, I’ve walked past Petersen House en route to Ford Theatre. I should have detoured across the street years earlier. President Abraham Lincoln died at Petersen House on April 14, 1865 after shot the night before at Ford’s … Continue reading →

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Remembering 151st anniversary of Lincoln’s death

Posted on April 15, 2016 by Rick

A dozen or so people gathered on the otherwise empty street at 7 a.m. seemingly away from the many commuters entering the city. They would only stay a short time. Both strangers and old friends said hello and waited for … Continue reading →

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