Pike and Calhoun Counties, Illinois Biographical Dictionary

This database contains a portrait and biographical record of the prominent and representative citizens of Pike and Calhoun counties, Illinois, along with biographical sketches and portraits of all the governors of the state of Illinois and presidents of the United States through 1891 (the date of publishing). This database would be of great worth to any researcher with ancestors from these areas in Illinois. Even though your ancestors may not be listed in this biographical record (since it only covers the most prominent citizens of the area), much can be learned by reading about the lives of others who lived during the time of your ancestors.