Marsh Biographies

submitted by Jo Fletcher Horatio Nelson Marsh The History of Will County prepared by the Will County Bicentennial Committee stated that the early settlement of Joliet Township owed a good bit of its population to those who came from New York. Among those who came were: Horatio Nelson Marsh, my great, great Grandfather. He had … Read more

James “Jimmie” Braidwood

James Braidwood

A Story of James “Jimmie” Braidwood 1832-1879 by Robin F. Woods James BRAIDWOOD was known for sinking the first deep coal mining shaft in Will County, Illinois, near the town of Wilmington. In addition to his knowledge and experience in mining, he was also widely recognized for his compassion and concern for coal miners and … Read more