Genealogical Abstracts from Rock Island County Illinois Newspapers Volume 4 –The Moline Workman, 1854-1855 and The Moline Review Dispatch, 1873-1876

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Early newspapers give a fascinating view of life in Moline. If you had relatives in the area during this time period, don’t overlook these genealogical abstracts.

From The Moline Workman, September 6, 1854
This issue of the paper contains a list of citizens of Rock Island County who are opposed to slavery.

You can find an index of the volume here.