Traylor Family Saga Follows Lincoln Myth to the Ages
A sweepingSerialized tale follows Samson and Sarah Traylor and their kin from Vergennes Vermont toward the Sangamon country. The narrative threads through New Salem and Abe Lincoln, romance with Ann Rutledge, and the Underground Railroad, ending with Lincoln's martyrdom and legacy as a man for the ages.
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Samson
Sarah Tray
Josiah
Jersey
Vergennes
Illinois
Abraham Nealh
Josiah Traylor
Serent
Building a New Home in New Salem
In September, Abe and Samson lead neighbors to raise a log house for newcomers. A prep dinner and a tense clash with the Clary’s Grove gang ends when Abe defeats Jack Armstrong in a swift, decisive rassle, restoring order and earning respect from townsfolk.
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Samson
New Salem
Jack Armstrong
Ae Armstrong
McNell
Lincoln
Berry
Biggs
Tylor
Abe
Armstrong
Jack
Clary's Grove
Bap McNell
Harry Needles
The Weaving of a New Salem Romance Begins
In a rustic scene at New Salem Abe and Samson reflect on democracy and progress as Bim Kelso muses on future unity and world influence. The day ends with plans for Abe and Samson to secure materials for the cabin and a glance at Lenis shy friend, while youth Arrow and Mary’s Grove stir romantic promise.
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Traylor
Springfield
Lincoln
Bim
Harry Needles
Samson
Harry
Abe
Clary’s Grove
Doctor Allen
Jack Kelso
Alexander Ferguson
Martin Waddell
New Salem
Kelso
Thousand Friends of
Thebes
America
Michel
Encyelopedia Iitannien
United States
Euphrates
Western Europe
New World
Lenin
Mary's Grove
Rap McNell
Coll
Taeles
Lim
Sarah
Agent Wanted to Solicit Farmers in County
Classified notice seeking a man with a car to solicit farmers of the county. See Bridges for particulars. Bedford Town, 20 to 30??
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Bedford
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Chicago
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Mary Todd
Harry Needies
Pim
Harry Tate
Stephen Nuccies
Bacheller
Joe
Frog City
Abel
Niagara Is
Robert Emmet
Long Shore
Michigan
Samuel Hii
John Cameron
Peter Lukins
Beardstown
Buck
Rutledge's
Kirkham
Samson Henry ‘Traylor
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