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New York World’s Fair Opening Day 1939

April 30, 2010
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April 30, 1939 – On this date in 1939 the World’s Fair opened in what is now known as Flushing Meadows, New York. The fair ran for two seasons, closing in autumn 1940.

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President Abraham Lincoln – Still a Favorite on eBay

April 15, 2010

April 15 – On this date in 1865, President Abraham Lincoln died from a gunshot wound. He was shot in the back of the head by actor John Wilkes Booth on Friday, April 14th. He lingered overnight and passed away the next day, having never regained consciousness.

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Opening Day – Chicago Cubs’ “Friendly Confines”

April 20, 2009
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April 20, 1916 – The Chicago Cubs played their first game in what is now known as Wrigley Field. The ballpark was built in 1914, and until 1920 was known as Weeghman Park.

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