Monthly Archives: September 2014

Abraham Raymer (Springfield race riot)

Posted on September 7, 2014 by editor

Abraham Raymer, a Russian immigrant accused of being one of the leaders of the white mob during the Springfield race riot, ultimately was convicted only of the theft of a sword. See Race riot of 1908.

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William Walling (Springfield race riot)

Posted on September 7, 2014 by editor

New York journalist William Walling’s reporting drew national attention to the Springfield race riot. See Race riot of 1908. 

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Clergy Ballard (Springfield race riot)

Posted on September 7, 2014 by editor

The killing of mining engineer Clergy Ballard was one of the events that helped precipitate the Springfield race riot. See Race riot of 1908. 

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Explosion on North Seventh Street, 1937

Posted on September 4, 2014 by editor

Authorities blamed a Springfield arson ring for a massive explosion that destroyed two north-end houses and damaged dozens of others on March 17, 1937. Eight people were charged with arson and insurance fraud in the case. But the main defendant … Continue reading →

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Illinois Terminal railroad

Posted on September 2, 2014 by editor

See The interurban railway.

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Illinois Traction System

Posted on September 2, 2014 by editor

See The interurban railway.

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The interurban railway

Posted on September 2, 2014 by editor

The Illinois Traction System, though originally an electric railway, was far more than a trolley. The ITS, also widely known as “the interurban” or “the traction,” was, in fact, a lifeline for many in central Illinois during the first half … Continue reading →

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