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James Willis Costley

The life of Charles T. Shipman of Peoria

Previous articles here at “From the History Room” have told the story of the...

The families of Ashby, Chavous, Chase, and Harris – and Moses Pettengill!

With special Juneteenth-related events planned next week that will honor the memory of Nance...

The descendants of Nance Legins-Costley of Pekin and Peoria

By Jared OlarLibrary Assistant This week “From the History Room” will commence a systematic...

Memorial park planned to honor Nance Legins-Costley and remember Moffatt Cemetery

By Jared Olar Library Assistant It was two summers ago that “From the History...

Where is Nance Legins-Costley’s final resting place? (Redux)

By Jared Olar Library assistant “To rescue a name worthy to be remembered and...

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