A weekly investigation of the history of Pekin and Tazewell County, including an archive of all blogs going back to 2015.
This week we continue the March 14, 1896 Pekin Daily Times account...
Jared L. Olar
December 23, 2016
From the Archives
Read stories about the people, places, events, landmarks, businesses, and everyday moments that helped shape Pekin’s history. Each article offers a closer look at the community’s past while preserving the local stories and experiences that connect generations.
From the Archives
Discover your Family's History
Read stories about the people, places, events, landmarks, businesses, and everyday moments that helped shape Pekin’s history.
