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Excuse Me Sir, You’ve Dropped Your R’s - Caroline Jacobsen Local Wheaton Treasure and Historian



EPISODE SUMMARY

We’re excited to share the latest episode of The Local, where we dive deep into the rich tapestry of personal stories and local history with our special guest, Caroline Jacobson. Caroline, the widow of our previous guest Bob Jacobson, shares her memories of her incredible journey from Rhode Island to Key West, and ultimately to Wheaton, Illinois.  This heartfelt jog down memory lane will have you smiling right along with us.  


Episode Notes

We’re excited to share the latest episode of The Local, where we dive deep into the rich tapestry of personal stories and local history with our special guest, Caroline Jacobson. Caroline, the widow of our previous guest Bob Jacobson, shares her memories of her incredible journey from Rhode Island to Key West, and ultimately to Wheaton, Illinois.  This heartfelt jog down memory lane will have you smiling right along with us. 


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Fairhaven Wealth Management

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