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Eben Peck Marker

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Bronze historical marker affixed to the back of the Capitol Hotel at 208 King Street on which are the words, "Eben Peck erected Madison's first home on this site, April, 1837.".

Date Created:
May 23, 1971
Creator:
Potter, James T.

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Creator
Potter, James T.
Date Created
May 23, 1971

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Copyright Status
COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W01323L
Legacy ID
WHi 35548

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