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Wagon Bridge over the Des Plaines River near Half Day, Illinois
This picture looks southwest towards the wagon bridge over the Des Plaines River in Half Day.
Attirbuted by James R. Getz, President of the Lake County Historical Society from the 1950s-1980s.
Scene at Half Day, Illinois
This picture shows the entrance to Hertels Park in Half Day. In the background, a field house displays a sign that the park hosts dancing every Saturday night.
On Milwaukee Ave near Half Day, Illinois
This picture shows a rock that has painted writing located somewhere along Milwaukee Ave. The writing likely relates to Half Day.
General Store Prairie View, Illinois Postcard
The General Store in Prairie View, Illinois shows a horsedrawn carriage awaiting its owner's return who might be in the store. On the walkway surrounding the general store, there are many barrels possibly storing goods. The name of the store appears…
Scene Near Prairie View, IL (Oakwood) Postcard
This Scene Near Prairie View, IL (Oakwood) Postcard shows a house built by Ed Glemson's father. The gate reads "Oakwood." In fact, there appear to be many trees surrounding the estate. However, this house was owned by George N. Bradley in 1885…
Scene near Prairie View, Illinois Postcard
Cows stand in the river near Prairie View, Illinois. There are many trees including a grassy area in the background.
Bridge over Des Plaines River Half Day, Illinois Postcard
This bridge over the Des Plaines River in the Half Day, Illinois Postcard faces north. In the background, power lines, trees, and a barn are seen along the road.
Attributed by: James R. Getz, President of the Lake County Historical Society from…
Wagon Bridge over Des Plaines River near Half Day, Illinois Postcard
The Wagon Bridge over the Des Plaines River near Half Day, IL Postcard shows how the bridge is supported. In the surrounding area, the land is mainly prairie and wooded.
The picture was taken looking southwest.
Attributed by James R. Getz,…
As You Enter Half Day, Illinois Postcard
As you enter Half Day, Illinois, you can see where people live, work, and trade. Just before entering and leaving Half Day, it appears to be wooded.
Looking east on present (U.S.) Route 45, the general store is visible on the right. Ed Kelly's Half…
Road to Half Day, Illinois Postcard
The picture was taken going east on Route 22 before Half Day School. People are seen walking on the road to and from Half Day. It gives a good example of how rural the area once was.