Tubman's birthday celebrated

AUBURN -- It was on March 10, 1913, that Harriet Tubman passed away at the age of 95 at her South Street home, leaving behind fitting final words: "I go to prepare a place for you."

During her life, Tubman had many roles, all of which reflected what was perhaps her best known quality, her care and concern for others.

Tubman spent her life caring for others, working diligently during the abolitionist movement to help slaves escape the South and donating her South Street property for a home for the elderly and indigent. Tubman also served as a scout and nurse during the Civil War.