June 3: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY
Briefly

The article provides snapshots of historical moments reported by the Brooklyn Daily Eagle, highlighting the public's reception of President Tyler in 1843, the life of his daughter, Letitia Tyler Semple, in 1906, and the quirky anecdote about President Roosevelt's bank account issues. It illustrates the sense of unity during Tyler's visit, reflects on Semple's somber later life, and amusingly notes the public's fascination with Roosevelt’s signed checks, hinting at the blend of reverence and personal connection to these leaders throughout history.
"Preparations are making in the cities and towns through which President Tyler will pass... all political feeling will be laid aside for one grand and patriotic demonstration."
"Mrs. Letitia Tyler Semple, daughter of former President Tyler, is the woman... totally blind, bereft of family and with but few friends."
"President Roosevelt has an account at the Riggs National Bank... many people who get checks from the President fail to cash them."
Read at Brooklyn Eagle
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