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Page 22 Shelton—Mason County Journal Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024 Little—known facts aboUt Abraham Lincoln residents George Washington and Abraham 1. Towering over others at a Lincoln both made their marks on American height of 6 feet 4 inches tall, history, so much so that every year Americans Lincoln remains the tallest celebrate their birth and influence with president to hold office. It is 4_ Lincoln was the first preside“ to be photographed at Presidents’ Day. likely his stature helped to present an air of authority his inauguration. His future assassin) John Wilkes Booth) Washington may have been the country’s first president, during his preSidency' can be seen in a photo standing close to the president. but Lincoln is perhaps more frequently celebrated for his 2. Lincoln had two romantic interests before he married 5. In 1849, Lincoln obtained Patent No. 6,469 for a device profound efforts to abolish slavery. He is best known for Mary Todd in 1842. Lincoln was in a relationship with that was designed to lift and‘keep boats afloat when they presiding over the United States during the Civil War and Ann Rutledge, who died of typhoid fever. He also courted passed over a sandbar 0r entered Shallow water. Lincoln signing the Emancipation Proclamation, which liberated Mary Owens for some time before they ended their served as a ferry Operator and flatboat pilot prim. to slaves across the country. While much is widely known relationship. entering politics. about Lincoln and his life, there are some lesser—known - . . - . tidbits that only historians or history buffs seem to know 3. meln was “monoule m-essy. I-hs law Office-Was Often 6‘ Linwln t00k his dreams serious” and was purported to Cluttered, mUCh ‘0 the Chagrm 0f hls partner W‘H‘am be interested in psychic research and activities. Before his In honor of his birthda , here are 13 facts about the man . - - . that aren’t as widely kniwn . Hemdon‘; It ’5 531d I‘mafln kepl 3“ envelope 0“ h“ d'eSk election to the presidency, Lincoln said he was startled by mimied’ When you can t find “ “Where Clsc’ 100k mm a vision of a double image of himself. 'Ihe second image thls' was pale, according to accounts. His wife was led to‘believe the vision meant Lincoln would be elected to two terms as president and die during the second. 7. Lincoln’s heard is almost as famous as the man. He was urged by advisors to grow a beard during his first term to soften some of his harsh features. am", "mm a. M l 8. Lincoln was born to Thomas Lincoln and Nancy .Hanks. Actor Tom Hanks is a distant relative of the former president. Monday-Friday 9 a.m. - 5:30 pm. (360) 426-0933 WWW.Ve pitched voice and not a deep timbre. 741 w- Game" Pheasant Rd ' Shelton 10. Lincoln wore a size 14 shoe. 9. Despite his stature, Lincoln apparently had a high— 1620 Olympic Highway North - Shelton, WA TUPPERS FLOOR COVERINGS ASCENDKOOFING cowiiihuv LLC Rosldontlll a Commercial Rooting Specialist: LKI-Iiw WASLEHRCBWI‘A A Shelton Health & Rehabilitation Center Call For Your Free Estimate Today! ' 360-868-2730 www.AscendRoofing.com 1069 VS.E. State Route 3 Sheflon 360'426'2499 Locally Owned Operated , 0w» to, 4‘ lozo‘tft‘n’itwizenifin’ltm Uni 360-427-4248 www.bowmanfgi.com (360) 427-2575 AcchENT ATTORNEYS seaazamm inhobonmxom www.sheltonhealthandrehab.com Lake Cushman Golf Course Olympic El Sarape cary's Lock Key , __ Home Meat Dominos Cantma Tire Service Pizza 318 W. Railroad 2201 Olympic Ave Shenon 360-426—4294 ‘ 202 5. 1st St. Sheflon 360-426-9762 341 SE Taylor Rd. 134 N. lst St. Shelton Shelton 5360-4264643 360-427-8700 210 N. Fairway Dr. w. Hoodsport 360_877_5505 360-426-3223