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J. M. Gould Oration

Rock Island

…factory in Moline; one boat yard and marine ways, and one saw mill in Rock Island. Davenport had no manufacturing industry, I think, until about 1854. Previous to 1849 the county business in every county in the state was transacted by a board of county commissioners composed of three members, and on account of the prevailing custom of not providing by a proper assessment of taxation to pay claims against this county the warrants were from 10 to 45 and 50 per cent below par; the discount being based upon the proximity to, or from the time, they could be…

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First Methodist Episcopal Church

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…built at a cost of about $4,000. It was dedicated in December of the year of its completion. It remained the home of the church for eleven years, until the erection of a. much more commodious and imposing structure, on the site of the present church. The conference of 1843 made Rock Island a station, and Reverend Andrew Coleman was appointed pastor. During the pastorate of Reverend G. L. S. Stuff. 1850-1851, the first parsonage was built; a brick building still occupied as a residence, on Nineteenth Street just north of Fifth Avenue. This house when built was in a…

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Champaign County Farmers’ Institute

Champaign County

…addresses presented and discussed at its meetings. They follow: “A Four Course Vegetable Luncheon ;” “Com-fort and Beauty in the Home ;” “Common Sense in Dress ;” “Cooperation in the Business of the Home;” “Foods for Health;” “Millinery;” “Neighborhood Cooperation;” “The Underaveraged Child in the Home;” “The Farm Woman’s Birthright;” “Home Canning of Fruits and Vegetables;” “Boys’ and Girls’ Clubs;” “Quick Breads;” “Salads and Sandwiches;” “The Building of a Country Home;” “The Planning of Meals.” Illinois Genealogy Source: A Standard History of Champaign County, Illinois, by J. R. Stewart, published by The Lewis Publishing Company, Chicago And New York, 1918….

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Stark County Illinois Obituaries

Stark County

…descent, which was plainly evident from his quiet manner, and his never failing desire to deal justly with all mankind. He was an honorable, upright gentleman, conscientious, industrious, strictly temperate, his wood as good as his bond and he was universally beloved by all who knew him. His death would be a loss to any community, as his example constantly pointed to higher and better conditions. He was a bulwark of strength, firm and immovable in behalf of right. He was a good neighbor, a kind and indulgent father, an earnest friend of education and religion, and gave freely of…

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La Salle Starts For The Illinois Country

Champaign County

…remaining behind to bring word of the Griffin. La Salle was now impatient to proceed, and dispatching Tonti for the rest of his crew waited for his return. The ice began to form and fearing the freezing over of the river, La Salle ascended the St. Joseph in search of the portage between the Kankakee and the St. Joseph. He went up the St. Joseph beyond the portage and while searching for it was overtaken by a courier who told him Tonti and his party were at the portage farther down the river. This point is supposed to have been…

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Rock Island Arsenal

Rock Island

Rock Island Arsenal Summing up the history pertaining to the Rock Island Arsenal, located upon the Island of Rock Island, and lying conjointly, one might say, between the cities of Moline, Rock Island and Davenport, is no light task. In the data which contributes to the construction of this history, some of which has been incorporated verbatim, there are numerous dates and incidents which give rise to conflicting thoughts and deductions and the writer has been compelled, in some instances, to resort to comparisons upon which to base his judgments. Since the advent of Colonel George Davenport, May 10, 1816,…

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7th Illinois Infantry

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…Company D, Litchfield and vicinity; Company E, Atlanta and vicinity; Company F, Bunker Hill and vicinity; Company G, Springfield and vicinity; Company H, Lincoln and vicinity; Company I, Springfield and vicinity; Company K, Carlinville and vicinity. The regiment was mustered into the United States service at Camp Yates April 25, 1861, by Captain John Pope, U.S.A. Was forwarded to Alton, St. Louis, Cairo and Mound City, where it remained during the three months service. Was reorganized and mustered for three years service July 25, 1861, by Captain T. G. Pitcher, U.S.A. Proceeded to Ironton, Missouri, and joined the command of…

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Abijah Powers Residence

Biography of Hon. Abijah Powers

Lee County, Whiteside County /

Hon. Abijah Powers, a respected figure in Palmyra Township, passed away in 1891, leaving behind a legacy of dedication and community service. Arriving in Lee County in 1838 with just $5, Powers transformed his life through hard work, eventually owning extensive farmlands. A descendant of a family with historical significance, including Hiram Powers the sculptor, Abijah was deeply involved in politics as a Republican, served as Town Supervisor, and represented his district in the Illinois General Assembly. Known for his genial nature and commitment to the Congregational Church, Powers’ life story is a testament to perseverance, community contribution, and moral…

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Grand Army Of The Republic

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…to its constitution and laws, to discountenance whatever tends to weaken loyalty, incite insurrection, treason or rebellion; or in any manner impairs the efficiency or permancy of our free institutions; and to encourage the spread of universal liberty, equal rights and justice to all men. The Major General John Buford Post, No. 243, was highly complimented by one of its members—Edwin H. Buck, in 1906-being elected Department commander of the State of Illinois, and with the boys was dubbed “Private Buck.” Rock Island County Organizations and Societies Source: Historic Rock Island County, pub. Kramer & Company, Rock Island, Illinois, 1908…

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Portrait and biographical record of Macoupin county, Illinois

Biography of William E. P. Anderson

Macoupin County

…most inviting and attractive in Carlinville, so full and free in its delightful hospitality and the nameless charm of an all-pervading air of ease and comfort. Mrs. Anderson is a native of McLean County, this State, and a daughter of John and Rebecca (Pritchard) Hamilton. The following is the record of the three children that complete the household of our subject and his wife: William Hamilton was born August 8, 1874; Crittenden H. C., March 18, 1878; Walter Stratton, October 4, 1881. Mrs. Anderson is a woman of fine character, filling in a perfect measure her position as wife and…

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