Long Grove


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Long Grove is a unique village. Nestled between stands of oak and hickory trees and slow-moving creeks, and surrounded by quiet farmland, it is an escape from the suburban sprawl that can be found a short drive in any direction. First settled in the 1830s by German immigrants, Long Grove served as a crossroads between Chicago and Milwaukee, and many city dwellers today pass through its signature covered bridge and into the village's charming early-1900s shopping district to revisit that bygone era of American history. Old churches, barns, and businesses--along with the people whose hard work helped the village prosper--are captured in over 200 vintage photographs within the pages of Long Grove.




Lindenhurst


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Lindenhurst Living. Real-estate developer Morton Engle's desire to create a post-war suburb from the remnants of the Lehmann family's, Depression-era country estate marked the birth of the village of Lindenhurst in 1956. Meant as a balance of country living and modern amenity, Lindenhurst's history remains a story of carefully preserving that balance. Now, more than fifty years after its birth, the village continues to experience rapid growth in both residences and businesses. This book uncovers and explores a selection of interesting stories, photographs, conflicts, and compromises from Lindenhurst's first fifty years. As Lindenhurst continues to progress, its history becomes more important than ever.







Prairie Farmer


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Prairie Farmer


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The Prairie Farmer


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