Genealogical Abstracts from Rock Island County Illinois Newspapers Volume 2 – The Rock Island Republican, 1851-1855

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This early paper provides insight into the residents of Rock Island County. Do you have relatives in the area during this time frame?

The Rock Island Republican, October 18, 1851
Capt. John E. Brackett arrived in town yesterday from California He formerly resided in this city and subsequently served with distinction in Col. Stevenson’s California Reg’t during the Mexican War. He was a member of the 1st California legislature and Major General of the 2nd Division of the California militia. He is now in poor health.

You can find an index of the volume here.