Collected Works of Abraham Lincoln. Volume 1 [1824-Aug. 28, 1848].

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Title: Collected Works of Abraham Lincoln. Volume 1 [1824-Aug. 28, 1848].
Author: Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865.
Publication: New Brunswick, N.J.: Rutgers University Press; 1953.
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[1] Sangamo Journal, March 15, 1834. Of the leading citizens of New Salem taking part in the meeting, Bowling Green was an influential Democrat and close friend of Lincoln's; Dr. John Allen, graduate of Dartmouth, was a leading physician and religious leader in the community; Nelson Alley operated a tavern; Samuel Hill was the principal merchant.

[2] Formerly sheriff of Sangamon County and Black Hawk War hero, General Henry died in New Orleans on March 5, following this meeting.