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Event: Lincoln Home legislation
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20th District Congressman, Paul Findley introduces some of the people to the President outside the Old State Capitol. White House correspondent Helen Thomas can be seen behind Gov. Ogilivie and Congressman Findley
The bill-signing was at ceremonies held at noon in the restored Old State Capitol. 200,000 cheered the President along the parade route. Later in the day he toured the IL State Fair
President Nixon waves to crowd as he emerges from Old State Capitol after signing Lincoln Home legislation.
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Pres. Nixon signing to establish Lincoln Home NHS