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The Pantograph ANNUAL REPORT: EDUCATION Saturday, March 13, 2004 5 CITY OF LINCOLN 5 Named for. and christened by Abraham Lincoln, August 27, 1853 7 Ciiftrt hMit incorporated ,1 I February 16,1865 1 Xy MllMAltt-r J- Collide? Locating Voar flopie of Baiiie in Lincoln and Logan Coanty. Poad past Fat are Fall of Opportunities! iaSTII Centrally located in the Heart -L. of Central Illinois Mayor Beth Davis City Clerk Melone Riggs City Treasurer Les Plotner City Attorney William Bates Police Chief Rich Montcalm Fire Chief "Bucky" Washam Street Superintendent Tracy Jackson Engineer Mark Mathon Building and Zoning Officer Les Last Sewer Treatment Plant Manager Grant Eaton ABRAHAM LINCOLN AND LINCOLN ILLINOIS Mr. Lincoln assisted in the platting of the town in early 1853.

And, at the request of his many friends here, on August 27, 1853, with a watermelon in hand, ceremoniously walked to a nearby stump-broke the melon-and squeezing the juice on the ground, christened the new town. Lincoln, Illinois is the ONLY one of the 26 cities in the country that bears his name, but was named for him before he became famous. Plan now to visit Lincoln, Illinois. I KZl Chamber of Commerce OAju, Chamber of Commerce i Centrally located halfway between Chicago and St. Louis and Des Moines and Indianapolis and only a short distance from Bloomington-Normal, Decatur, Peoria and Springfield with over 1.25 million people living and working with 60 miles.

Excellent interstate and highway transportation, numerous area airports, and state of the art communication systems enable our residents, products and information access to the world. Major manufactures and commercial businesses, many major medical facilities, 14 colleges and universities within an hours' drive, quality schools, cultural and recreational opportunities and various living environments all combine to make Lincoln and Logan County a great place for your business and family. Check us out at: www.lincolnillinois.com Economic Development 217-732-8739 Chamber of Commerce 217-735-2385 Abraham Lincoln Tourism Bureau 217-732-8687 Mainstreet Lincoln 217-732-2929 LINCOLNLOGAN COUNTY! Festivals, activities, special events, restored turn of-the-century businesses and specialty shops you'll find it all In LincolnLogan County, Illinois. Your family will discover fun and enjoyment against the backdrop of our Abraham Lincoln heritage. Call us for calendar of events, visitor's guides, maps or information on special events in Lincoln, Atlanta, Elkhart, ML Pulaski and other Logan County communities.

Take time to visit Logan County today! "Where Memlk'rs Work Together For Community Progress" Sponsor of the Lincoln Art Halltxin Festival "I say 'try'; if we never try, we shall never 735-2385 Fax (217) 735-9205 succeed." Abraham Lincoln Visit us On-Line www.lincolnillinois.com We are here to serve you! ABRAHAM LINCOLN TOURISM BUREAU OF LOGAN COUNTY 303 S. Kickapoo, Lincoln, IL 62656 (217) 732-TOUR (8687) 1 Ranks BUYING or SELLING? LINDA BARKiCK 717-5118 CAROLYN MCMATH 732-4063 Use your good sense when selecting a Quality Nursing Home It will help you make the right choice! Still It I in Lincoln for one of the highest number of Nursing Hours Resident-One of the lowest levels of deficiencies of all facilities. Call logan County's I Real Estate Team! iwTnin Ml TtMttElt 732-3698 lj jFJ 111 iinifiini JOKE uwsoh 38 LJ--LJ Vjg l6 OFFICE 1 Office "3 OfFICE '4 t- fl WIIIHFWIH A Tiis.nnn.oon. A 1, 14 000 000 C0LLN ftlESSELMAN 13:000,000. 732 1900 $12,000,000.

itt $11,000,000 i90doodoo0 chtSsn 1111 JILiOr W7 OFRCE I OFFICE -3 OFFICE '4 We pass the good scents test! BRENDA SHORT a Free Deluxe Smart Start Breakfast Bar Indoor Heated Pool Free Wireless High Speed Internet Holiday Inn Express 130 Olson Drive Lincoln, IL 62656 217-735-5800 73S-2790 I (217) 735-5424 222 Morth Hdtan Strtit. Lindcoln. IL iUii SI. Claras M-A-N-O-D "Where the People are the Difference" 200 Fifth Street, Lincoln, IL 62656 (217) 735-1507 We're here to serve all of your rehabilitation and long term care needs. HIKE KILLER I li iXuiijr IfNNIfER I0HNS0K 735-2173 View our listino at your comfort at www.merealty.com 36-3212 RacMf in whnl nr in lurt mi data mnolied bv Hw Looan County Board of Realtors Or Its i Multiple Listing Servlca.

Neither the Board nor its MLS gaurantees or Is anyway responsible tor Its accuracy. Data maintained by the Board or its MLS may not reflect all real estate activity In Bie market mm: DEPOT 101 North Chicago Lincoln, Illinois In The Historic Lincoln Train Depot! DirecTV DISH Network Satellite Systems Steaks Seafood Pasta Sandwiches Beautiful Banquet and Meeting rooms perfect for Business Meetings, Wedding Rehearsals, etc. dlsR Super Specials DIRECTV. Central Illinois' Largest Satellite TV Dealer Wednesday: All Can East Chicken and BBQ Rib Tips $8.95 Saturday: Hickory Smoked Ribs our Homemade BBQ sauce $10.95 12 Full Rack Sunday: All Can East Breakfast BarAll Can Eat Fried Chicken and Spaghetti Both $6.95 Huge Brunch Buffet Last Sunday of every month $9.95 Kids 4-12 Verizon Wireless Phones Complete Line of Panasonic Philips TVs VCRs verijvnymit'ss Panasonic PHILIPS! TV VCR Repair (factory authorized) I Central Illinois' Best Prices! II Casual attire welcome. Kids menu.

Daily features. Watch the trains outside and our own Lincoln Depot Express inside! Amtrak stops at our back door! Call 1-Stm-VSA-RAILfor tickets. Where Membership Counts 101 N. Chicago St. Lincoln, IL 217-735-3311 www.cefcu.com ALMH SIDING lumber Andersen Truckload Window Sale Dates: Delivery Approx.

April 29h INSULLATION Proud to be part of Memorial Health System, where Quality, Safety and Clinical Effectiveness is at the heart of all we do! EATON ELECTRIC! AL The newest technology-made by your friends and neighbors in Lincoln where electrical products have been manufactured for over 45 years. Flex Center to accommodate your unique needs. Call Julie or nJ'stiCA'Xi-i Storm Doors HARDWARE TOOLS ELECTRICAL PLUMBING PAINT Windows Doors Scot at 217-732-5267 or ROOFING COMPOSITE DECKING TIMBERS SHINGLES MHS is a 2003 winner of the Commitment to Excellence award from lite Lincoln Foundation for Performance Excellence. Visit www.almh.org to learn more about how ALMH and your doctor are your front door to a world of healthcare. AVH Merillat.

Cabinets Vanex Paints (Custom Colors) Loadcenters Matering Meterbreakers Air conditioning disconnects Power Outlet Panels ABRAHAM LINCOLN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL EATON 1725 N. 1 SOOth ave. Lincoln, IL 62656 www.cutler-hammer.com j2tmJ LUMBER AND HOME CENTER 231 S. Sangamon, Lincoln 732-3197 Hours: Sat. Noon An affilimt of Memorial Health System 315 8th Street Lincoln, IL 62656 217-732-2161 www.almh.org.