Papers, 1837-1957 (bulk 1875-1922)

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Papers, 1837-1957 (bulk 1875-1922)

Primarily account books from the Morrison/Worthington law practice in Jacksonville, Illinois. A small amount of family correspondence, certificates, autograph albums and diaries are also included.

1 linear ft. (1 box)

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SNAC Resource ID: 7251536

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library

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Worthington Family.

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Worthington, Thomas, 1850-1922.

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Jacksonville, Illinois, attorney. Partner in the firm of Morrison, Worthington, and Reeve beginning in 1892. Prior to 1892 Worthington practiced law in Pittsfield, Illinois and in Baltimore, Maryland. Served as a member of the Illinois House of Representatives from Pike County (1883-1884). Appointed United States District Attorney for Southern Illinois (1901). Married Miriam Morrison, daughter of law partner, Isaac L. Morrison (1826-1901). Had one son, Isaac L. Morrison Worthington. ...

Illinois. General Assembly. House of Representatives

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The General Assembly, composed of the Senate and the House of Representatives, serves as the legislative body for the State of Illinois. As successor to the territorial Legislative Council and House of Representatives, principal General Assembly activities include enacting, amending or repealing laws; passing resolutions; adopting appropriations bills; and conducting inquiries on proposed legislation. Prior to the General Corporation Law of 1872, charters were granted to corporations by General ...

United States. Attorney (Illinois : Southern District)

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Morrison, Isaac L., 1826-1901.

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Practiced law in Jacksonville, Ill. from 1851 until his death in 1901, also some interest in a mercantile store in that city. Originally from Glasgow, Kentucky. From the description of Account books, 1852-1859. (Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library). WorldCat record id: 49700202 ...