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February 2009

POSTED February 23, 2009 - 1:09pm | POSTED BY Editor Gina

Matthew T. Scott House

This restored Victorian home was once owned by well-known agriculturalist, Matthew T Scott. Scott's wife, Julia Green, was one of the founders of the Daughters of the American Revolution. It was built in 1855 and listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places in 1983.

Location

227 N 1st Ave.
Chenoa, IL 61726
United States
40° 44' 49.2936" N, 88° 43' 4.1988" W
See map: Google Maps
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***Complete 2009 Motor Tour Details - NOW IN !!!***

Moving Car

Come Motor Tour With Us!

Join us for our 20th Annual trek along Route 66 in Illinois!

This year's theme for the Motor Tour is "Cruising the Land of Lincoln."

Friday, June 12, Saturday, June 13 and Sunday, June 14, 2009

We line up our vehicles and motor our way as a caravan along Illinois' Historic Route 66, stopping to take in the delightful and nostalgic sights along the way. Every car or vehicle is welcome - and  some folks proudly show off some vintage wheels you've just got to see!

POSTED February 18, 2009 - 5:51pm | POSTED BY Editor Gina

Die Cast Auto Sales

Die Cast Auto Sales is housed in a converted 1930’s service station Here you can see a very large collection of hard to find die cast models, Coca-Cola collectibles and Route 66 souvenirs.

Location

Die Cast Auto Sales
117 N. Elm St.
Williamsville, IL 62693
United States
39° 57' 14.3964" N, 89° 33' 28.8144" W
See map: Google Maps
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POSTED February 18, 2009 - 4:22pm | POSTED BY Editor Gina
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Ride for the Relay

Ride for the Relay

Begins September 5, 2009  - 11 day Event!

We ride Old Route 66 from Chicago to California raising money for the American Cancer Society. We don't cheat, we ride every inch we can find. It takes us 11 days. 

For further information please check my web site:

www.ridefortherelay.com

Contact Rodger L. Fox  at 217-473-1525

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POSTED February 18, 2009 - 4:46pm | POSTED BY Editor Gina
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6th Annual Main Street Fight Against MS Car Show

6th Annual Main Street Fight Against MS Car Show

April 18, 2009   This is a rain or shine show...we will be there!

Stephens Square in Princeville, Illinois 61559

Sign in 8:00 to 12:00

$10.00 donation to MS entry fee per car

Top 20 with Best in Show participant vote
 
Voting 12:00 to 1:00 Awards at 3:00

POSTED February 18, 2009 - 5:45pm | POSTED BY Editor Gina

Williamsville Depot

Williamsville Depot, a former railroad depot is located between the Norfolk and Western Railroad track and old Route 66. Today the Depot serves as the Williamsville Public Library.

The depot was there when Abraham Lincoln's funeral train passed through from Chicago to Springfield. The residents placed an black draped arch over the tracks to honor the fallen president.

Location

Williamsville Depot
102 S. Elm
Williamsville, IL 62693
United States
39° 57' 14.3964" N, 89° 33' 28.8144" W
See map: Google Maps
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POSTED February 17, 2009 - 6:59pm | POSTED BY Editor Gina
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Meet the Route 66 Association of Illinois Website Team

You may have noticed a bit more activity on our web site recently. That's because our web administrator has taken on an assistant. Actually, I am that assistant - and his wife!

Yes, Scott Blitstein, our website administrator and owner of eSeMBe Technical Services, has asked me to step in to help keep our website fresh and exciting. You may have noticed that I've been writing some stories for the site lately as "Editor Gina." So together, we are Scott and Gina Blitstein, your Route 66 Association of Illinois Website Team.

Scott and I are dedicated to making this website the definitive place to spread information about and celebrate all that you do here at the Association. It is important to us that you are satisfied with our work here. We aim to please - tell us how we are doing! To give us feedback, ideas, a kick in the pants...whatever, click on the Contact link at the top of the page. Select Website Feedback from the dropdown menu and then tell us what's on your mind!

I'm having a great time learning all about Route 66 and why it is such a passion to you all!

Thanks to all of you!

Editor Gina
on behalf of the Route 66 Association of Illinois Website Team

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POSTED February 17, 2009 - 1:53pm | POSTED BY Editor Gina
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Pig Hip - Ernie Edwards

Ernie Edwards and his wife, Fran, owned and operated the Pig Hip Restaurant until 1994. Unfortunately, The Pig Hip burned down in 2007.

Location

101 W. Oak
Broadwell, IL 62643
United States
40° 4' 1.2252" N, 89° 26' 40.9344" W
See map: Google Maps
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POSTED February 17, 2009 - 7:58pm | POSTED BY Editor Gina

Identify This Route 66 Site!

Who can be the first to identify this site along Route 66 in Illinois?

Tell us the Who, What Where, When and Why of it and you will receive our undying gratitude and the credit you deserve for being such a knowledgable Route 66 of Illinois Roadie!

Click  on the Add new comment link below to tell us your answer!

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POSTED February 13, 2009 - 11:08am | POSTED BY Editor Gina

Route 66 Association of Illinois Museum Pin - Buy Online Now!

Now available for sale online - Our stunning new Route 66 Association of Illinois Museum Pin!

Only $5.00 each!

Visit our online Gift Shop to purchase pins and other Route 66 items!

 

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