This Week in History September 16, 1859 Lincoln speaks in Columbus, Ohio, attacking the popular sovereignty stance of Stephen Douglas. September 18, 1858 The fourth Lincoln-Douglas debate is held in Charleston, Illinois. September 22, 1862 President Lincoln reads the preliminary Emancipation Proclamation to his cabinet. Today in Lincoln's Life Lincoln's Words "The struggle of today, is not altogether for today -- it is for a vast future also. With a reliance on Providence, all the more firm and earnest, let us proceed in the great task which events have devolved upon us." --Annual Message to Congress, December 3, 1861

Lincoln Events September 18 Ward Hill Lamon Portrayal, Washington, DC September 22 Lincoln Lecture, Easton, MA September 22 Escape Route Tour, Washington, DC Area September 22 Book Discussion, Washington, DC September 22-23 Fall Celebration, Lerna, IL September 28 Grand Soiree, Lincoln, IL September 29 Lincoln Colloquium, Indianapolis, IN >> More Events/Exhibits Welcome Message to Visitors Frequently Asked Questions Email ALO Photo Tours of Lincoln Places

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