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Born in Hamburg, E. Howard Hunt spent most of his career in the shadowy world of politics and the CIA.

Republican Powerhouse: The Political Life of Edwin F. Jaeckle

In this election year, we look back at the political career of Buffalo attorney, Edwin F. Jaeckle, including his long-time association with Thomas E. Dewey.

Endnotes: TR Returns to the Wilcox Mansion - In Bronze

A bronze likeness of the 26th President was recently unveiled to further enhance the Buffalo residence where he was inaugurated.

Another Look: Lincoln's Wintry Night in Little Valley

Abraham Lincoln visited Western New York several times throughout his life, even getting snowed in at Little Valley. Alan Manchester looks at the evidence to determine when Lincoln stopped at the Cattaraugus County town.

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The Milburns and Their Famous Home: 1168 Delaware Avenue

Traces the history of the house where President McKinley stayed during his visit to Buffalo in 1901. Also where he was brought following his assassination

Endnotes: The Chautauqua Amphitheater Continues to Make Headlines

An update on the state of Chautauqua's beloved amphitheater.

Rexford Tugwell: Western New York’s Link to The New Deal

Growing up in Western New York played a major role in shaping the world view of this charter member of FDR’s “Brain Trust.” Though labeled “Rex the Red” by his opponents, some of his philosophies and programs continue to impact the nation today.

Eleanor Roosevelt in Chautauqua

While she certainly wasn’t the first Roosevelt to visit the Chautauqua Institution, Eleanor Roosevelt did so more frequently than her two famous relatives. Lori Humphreys recounts her several visits and speeches, along their impact on Chautauqua and the Nation.

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