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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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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May 16, 20231 min read
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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...

Lawrence Lore
Mar 20, 20231 min read
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