Businesses

In 1855 William Gayle erected the three-story brick building on the corner of Main and Second streets, and here transacted probably the largest general mercantile business of any firm, at that time, in Western Illinois.

On the corner of Main and Third streets stood the Calhoun House, kept for many years by B. F. Grunell until destroyed by fire. It was one of the land marks of the town. Another hotel, the "Mathews House," on Second between Washington and Main streets, was a popular resort for visitors to Keithsburg..

After the rebellion this building was used as a warehouse by Washington Wolf, but eventually was destroyed by fire.

 

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