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History of Bethany, (Moultrie County) Illinois

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Biographies:

Wesley Livsey Jones Biography

Wesley Livsey Jones, representative, was born near Bethany, Ill., Oct. 9, 1863; son of Wesley and Phoebe (McKay) Jones. His father, a soldier in the civil war, died Oct. 6, 1863, from wounds received at Fort Donelson. Wesley was graduated from Southern Illinois college, Enfield, Ill., in 1885; was admitted to the bar in 1886 and removed to Washington, where he began practice in Yakima in 1890. He was a Republican representative from the state at large in the 56th, 57th and 58th congresses, 1899-1905.

From: Twentieth Century Biographical Dictionary of Notable Americans, Johnson, Rossiter, editor

Illinois Facts:
Tree: white oak
Bird: cardinal
Flower: native violet
Nickname: Prairie State, Land of Lincoln
Motto: State Sovereignty, National Union
Area (sq. mi.): 56,400
Capitol: Springfield
Admitted: 3 Dec 1818

Moultrie County Facts:

Bethany is situated 198 meters above sea level.