Monday, July 28, 2008

"Old Cem" Elgin, Il


"Old Cem" once contained about 4,000 graves. At least one still remains, that of William Hackman, in the far southeast corner. It is a reminder, in the words of a memorial tablet erected by the Elgin Area Historical Society, that "Their Worldly Tasks Completed, Elgin's Pioneers Were Laid to Rest In This Hallowed Ground".
Thanks for the link Laura.

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

Here's a set of pics from the grounds, including Hackman's:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/29029038@N08/sets/72157606376142045/

-Laura