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The Irwin House
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The Irwin House was built in 1791-1792 by Archibald Irwin and was exposed when fire destroyed the corner property on September 26, 2003. Irwin's granddaughter Jane married William Henry Harrison, Jr., and served as First Lady when her father-in-law, William Henry Harrison, Sr., was elected 9th President of the United States. Irwin's granddaughter Elizabeth married John Scott Harrison and became the mother of Benjamin Harrison, who served as 23rd President of the United States. Renowned craftsmen of the 1800's also lived here. Borough Council members stabilized the building's structural integrity, and in 2010 John and Ame Flannery purchased the historic property to preserve history, promote commerce, and complement the downtown area.
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