This picture was taken by Carl Sorgen for publication in the Marion Daily Republican. If displays the old water tower, water treatment plant and city resevoir.
(Photo courtesy of the Williamson County Historical Society)
The old poultry house, pictured here, was owned by Edward G. Sullivan, this building was on N. Van Buren, just west of the Illinois Central Railroad track. Continue reading
This excerpt is the “official ” regimental history.
Regimental History of Illinois 128th Infantry -Col., Robert M. Hundley; Continue reading
Purpose: “To promote the interest of Masonry by encouraging a more regular attendance at its meeting. To form a social and fraternal organization to perpetuate the principles of American liberty. Continue reading
( Transcript from 1925 Charter of Sword of Bunker Hill)This certifies that the Grand Order of the Sword of Bunker Hill of the State of Illinois
In recognition fo the purpose of the herinafter named companions to name and form a social and fraternal organization Continue reading