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An inaugural gift from Texas rancher D.M. O'Conner, one of the 3 plaques read: Thermophyae Had Her Messenger Of Defeat But The Alamo And Refugio Had None.

The chair seat is upholstered in original leopard hide.

Charles Puppe crafted the chair in 1889. It has 12 matching Texas longhorns and nickel-plated glass ball casters.

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Who Stole the Naughty & Nice List?

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Who Stole the Naughty & Nice List?

Dress in your most festive elf attire, bring your curiosity, and prepare to laugh, sleuth, and celebrate the season. Perfect for children and adults alike, this playful adventure blends holiday cheer with a dash of mystery - and your help is the key to saving Christmas!

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“Those who would use the law as a defense must not deny that use of it to others.” Benjamin Harrison

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Image of a desk with many cubbyholes and compartments. The desk has two sides that can close together like a clamshell.

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Painting of Caroline's passion flowers, intricately detailed against a light green background. One flower is in bloom along a leafy steam, while two others on the stem are yet to bloom.

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letter to benjamin harrison that reads, New york, june thirteenth, eighteen ninety two. my dear mister president, will you do me the favor to accept the accompanying volume, the history of the centennial of the inauguration of washington. i have caused this copy to be bound especially for you, that it may be handed down as an heirloom in he family of the president who so worthily filled the place of the father of this country at the beginning of the second century of this nation.

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Photographic image of Benjamin Harrison, General Ward, General Dustin, and General Cogswell in Union uniforms. Text at the bottom of the photograph reads “Gen. Benjamin Harrison, eighteen sixty five.

Soldier, Lawyer, Statesman

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A design printed on cloth from the Benjamin Harrison home. The design is lined by stars and stripes, with two american flags protecting the corners. The center is an illustration of a bald eagle holding a piece of cloth in its mouth that reads

Campaign & Presidency

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Photos from a benjamin harrison scrapbook, showing a day on the lake. In four photos he is pictured on a dock, or in a boat, with his family and dog. Three of the pictures are captioned, reading from left to right,

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Photo of Russell Benjamin Harrison and his son. Russel is seen wearing a military uniform, with a sword at his side and a brimmed hat on his head. His son is dressed in all white.

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A photograph of an intricate coffee cup, complete with gold lining, gold handle, and stars along the mouth of the cup. There is a magnifying glass being used to enhance the detail.
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