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When presidents are laid to rest, Wall Street takes a break

by Jana Kasperkevic

Dec 5, 2018

The tradition dates as far back as the 1800s.

Former President George H.W. Bush looks on during opening ceremonies prior to the start of The Presidents Cup at The Royal Montreal Golf Club on Sept. 26, 2007 in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

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