Thursday, October 11, 1860.Springfield, IL.
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Republicans celebrate victory in Ohio, Indiana, and Pennsylvania
elections. Wide Awakes parade to Lincoln's home. "Mr. Lincoln,
surrounded by a large number of personal friends, stood upon the
doorsteps and bowed in silent acknowledgment of their cheers." Crowd
moves to Wigwam for speeches.
Illinois State Journal, 12 October 1860. |