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Born
Born in London, England -
Leaves England
Decides to seek an opportunity in america after both parents die from the flu. -
Starts first legitimate job
Hired for first legitimate job as a reporter that travles around the country for big events. -
Married- starts family
Marries Anne Thomas, who already is the mother of a 5 year old son. First family. -
Lincoln's assassination, 40th birthday.
Family takes him to Ford's theater for 40th birthday, Lincoln is shot, and he gives an account of John Wilkes Booth to his boss, who puts out the first description of John wilkes Booth. -
Becomes an American Citizen
Goes through Ellis Island and becomes an American citizen.