Lawrence Lore
- Jul 20
- 1 min
This is a Hold-Up!
August 20, 1914 Lawrenceville Republican The quiet village of Birds was excited Saturday by the attempted hold- up of the cashier in...
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Lawrence Lore
- May 16
- 1 min
Horse Racing at Birds 1902
August 1902 Lawrenceville Republican: Those interested in fine racing should be at Birds Sunday afternoon. Track extends from iron bridge...
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Lawrence Lore
- Mar 20
- 1 min
Railroads and Railroad Towns
The first railway charter granted by the Illinois General Assembly was to the Chicago and Vincennes Railroad in 1835. The demand for...
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