Pre-Symposium Presentation:

September 30, 2009. Dr. James H. Billington, Librarian of Congress and Representative Zach Wamp present Ernie Banks with the Library of Congress Living Legend Award. Comments on Banks's life are presented by Martha Madden.

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October 3, 2009, Symposium Morning Sessions:

Introductory music: "The Star Spangled Banner," sung by Reverb.

Speakers: Paul Dickson, Russell Frank, Harry Katz, and Claire Smith.

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October 3, 2009, Symposium Afternoon Sessions:

Speakers: Ed Alstrom, Paul Dickson, Bruce Kraig, Susan Reyburn, Murray Cook, Larry Dierker, Jack Hillerich, III, Mamie Johnson, Ernie Banks, and Stephen Winick.

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