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City of Decatur and Macon County, Illinois, Vol. 2: A Record of Settlement, Organization, Progress and Achievement (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Very early in his business career Mr. Millikin came to recognize oppor tunities that others passed heedlessly by. He saw that land must naturally rise rapidly in value as the state became thickly settled, and anticipating this increase in property valuation, he made extensive and judicious investments in Illinois and southwestern Iowa, securing much of his land for a dollar or a dollar and a quarter per acre. He was the original owner of the tract upon which the town of Bement, Illinois, now stands, and by purchase there came into his possession many acres of broad prairie upon which no improvements had been made, but which in due course of time commanded a high market price.
Decatur, too, showed the usual signs of growth and development and in fact seemed imbued with a spirit of enterprise and progress that promised well for the future. Accordingly Mr. Millikin turned his attention to this city, of which he became a resident in 1856, remaining here until his death, which oc curred fifty-three years later. He did not change his occupation with his resi dence, however, but continued to deal in lands, city real estate and livestock, thus becoming recognized as one of the prosperous and enterprising men of Decatur.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. The son of a pioneer Washington County family, James Millikinâs westward journey led him to the growing metropolis of Decatur, Illinois. Born into the medical profession, he ventured into diverse fields. Recognizing the potential of Decatur, Millikin invested heavily in land, profiting from the countyâs burgeoning population. He established the Millikin Bank (today the Millikin National Bank) in 1860. Although initially unsuccessful, Millikinâs perseverance turned the venture into an enduring cornerstone of Decatur's economy. A philanthropist as well as a businessman, Millikin donated generously to religious institutions, hospitals, and education. His most significant contribution to Decatur was Millikin University, a testament to the transformative power of education. This book explores Millikin's life and contributions, highlighting the spirit of progress and community that shaped the city. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333624248_0
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