SavingLincoln The Philadelphia train conductor was told not to pull out until he received an important package. It was full of newspapers.
17 hours ago.
SavingLincoln The carriage was to take Mr. Lincoln and me to the Harrisburg train yard, where we would travel to West Philadelphia.
SavingLincoln Governor Curtin was briefed on the plans to smooth Mr. Lincoln's exit. He accompanied us out a side door to a waiting carriage.
3 days ago.
SavingLincoln The plan was for Mr. Lincoln to graciously leave dinner early for his secret trip.
SavingLincoln After the Philadelphia flag raising, we traveled with Mr. Lincoln to Harrisburg, where he was guest of honor at Governor Curtin's dinner.