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The Battle of Hobo Run: The March to Washington that Ended in Cheektowaga

The Panic of 1893 moved a number of "industrial armies" to act on their economic troubles by marching on Washington. One of these groups only got as far as Cheektowaga, however.

Navy Island as the Capital of the World: The Niagara Proposal for the United Nations Headquarters

With the signing of the U.N. Charter in San Francisco in June 1945, the race was on to find a suitable location for the organization’s headquarters. And hundreds of cities from around the United States—and the world—sought to plead their case.

John Lord O'Brian: Lawyer & Public Servant

Dubbed the "Dean" of the Supreme Court by Chief Justice Warren Burger, attorney John Lord O'Brian argued over 50 cases before the nation's highest court, while serving his community and his country in many other ways as well.

The Hamburg Native Who Knew Too Much

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

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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

An Uncrowned Hero: The Untold Story of James Benjamin Parker

The man who attempted to subdue President McKinley's assassin enjoyed both fame and obscurity as a result of his efforts at Buffalo's Pan American Exposition.

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.

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