Abraham Lincoln Delivered an Impromptu Address marker - Danville, IL
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member adgorn
N 40° 07.651 W 087° 38.147
16T E 445830 N 4442103
Quick Description: While on his senatorial campaign in September,1858, Lincoln stepped through a window onto a balcony at the home of his longtime friend, William E. Fithian. Standing in his stocking feet, he proceeded to give a speech to the residents of Danville.
Location: Illinois, United States
Date Posted: 11/20/2009 9:13:57 AM
Waymark Code: WM7PXZ
Published By: Groundspeak Charter Member Stunod
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Abraham Lincoln
delivered an impromptu address
from the balcony of this house
while a guest here in 1858

Placed by
Governor Bradford Chapter
Daughters of the American Revolution
1926

Fro (visit link)
From 1841 to 1859, Abraham Lincoln practiced law in Danville. In 1852, he established a local law firm with Ward Hill Lamon.

Location Type: Historic Marker

Property Type: Public

Date of Event: September, 1858

Location Notes:
At the intersection of North Gilbert Street and Lafayette Street, on the left when traveling north on North Gilbert Street.

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