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A Brief History
- Origins: 1912-1913
- Picking a Route: 1913
- From Dirt to Concrete: 1913-1925
- The End of Named Highways: 1925-Present
Historic Newspaper Articles
These newspaper articles demonstrate how important the Lincoln Highway was considered when it was first proposed in the 1910s.
- Highway Boosters Will Gather Tonight
San Francisco Chronicle; October 31, 1913 - Public To See Dedication of Great Highway
San Francisco Examiner; October 31, 1913 - Plans for Local Demonstration Under Way
San Francisco Chronicle; October 26, 1913
Also...
Be sure to check the current newspaper articles in the Articles section for historical perspectives and current events.
Last modified on October 7, 1998