Tag Archives: Caroline Harrison

The Death of FLOTUS Caroline Harrison

Posted on January 4, 2021 by Feather Foster

The election of 1892 was another Presidential rematch. The Rematch Election Sitting Republican President Benjamin Harrison was poised to seek a second term – against Democratic ex-President Grover Cleveland, who held the position from 1885-9. Grover Cleveland was generally well … Continue reading →

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Benjamin Harrison: Cold Man in the White House

Posted on October 8, 2018 by Feather Schwartz Foster

Most politicians excel at the glad-hand. Benjamin Harrison was the exception. BH: POTUS Grandson William Henry Harrison died after only one month as President of the US. His grandson Benjamin Harrison (1832-1901) was only nine years old. His memories were … Continue reading →

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Caroline Harrison: White House Artist

Posted on December 28, 2015 by Feather Schwartz Foster

In the late 1880s, bustles were in fashion, and Caroline Harrison was the most “bustling” of all the First Ladies Mrs. Harrison: Domestic Diva Most women today will readily admit to disliking the drudgery of housework, to include cooking and … Continue reading →

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The Family Feud of the Second Mrs. Harrison

Posted on May 21, 2014 by Feather Schwartz Foster

Benjamin Harrison and his second wife, Mary Lord Dimmick created a near-scandal when they married, and the family never forgave them. The Twenty-Third President’s Menage When Benjamin Harrison (1833-1901) came to the White House in 1889, he brought a large … Continue reading →

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Caroline Harrison Electrifies The White House

Posted on May 7, 2014 by Feather Schwartz Foster

   New York City was electrified n the early 1880s, but the White House would not be on the grid until 1891. Benjamin Harrison Arrives in Washington Incumbent Democrat Grover Cleveland was running for a second term against Republican Benjamin … Continue reading →

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