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Richard F. McEvoy
Photograph of Richard F. McEvoy (d. Feb 15, 1931). He was born in Decatur and was a blacksmith by trade. For many years he was employed at the Wayne Sulkeyette and Road Cart Co. He later worked for Townsend Bros. and still later for Bowman bros. He…
Mark H. "Smiley" McEvoy
Photograph of Mark H. "Smiley" McEvoy, (b. 2/4/1878, d. 11/9/1932). He was Deputy County Clerk 25 years, 1907-1932. Republican precinct committeeman for 34th District over 20 years. Charter member Knights of Columbus and member St. Patrick's Catholic…
F. J. McDonald
Photograph of F. J. McDonald (died Oct 26 1916). He was a breeder of high grade Jersey Cattle and won many prizes at livestock shows throughout the country. He was a bridge contractor in early life and also owned a dairy for several years.
W. A. McDaniel
Photograph of W. A. McDaniel taken 5/20/1928 by Rembrandt Studios of Decatur, IL. appeared in 1928 in the Decatur Herald or Review, Decatur, IL. Reference to Smith and McDaniel Plumbing Co.
Stephen E. McDaniel
Photograph of Stephen E. McDaniel taken by Rembrandt's Studios of Decatur. Stephen E. McDaniel (died Aug 14, 1954). He was president of the S. E. McDaniel Plumbing Co., Inc. A lifelong resident of Decatur, he joined Theron Smith in 1916 to form the…
Ervin P. McCune
Photograph of Ervin P. McCune (died 11/24/1951). Illinois Power Co. employee 45 years, retiring in 1948 as superintendent of the steam heat department. Came to Decatur Dec. 1, 1903 t take charge of Decatur plant of Decatur Railway & Light co. as…
Florence E. McConnell
Photograph of Mrs. Florence E. McConnell (born 7/6/1867; died 8/19/1945). Prominent Decatur civic leader. 1929-1937 executive secretary Decatur Community Chest. Helped organize Decatur YWCA, Girl's Welfare Home, and Traveler's Protective Assn. First…
Sherman J. McClelland
Photograph of Sherman J. McClelland (born 1/12/1864; died 6/14/1945). In whole sale grocery business from 1888-1928, later going into real estate and insurance. Member and past president Millikin University board of managers. Former manager of the…
Dr. Silas E. McClelland
Photograph of Dr. Silas E. McClelland; b. 1/13/1860; d. 3/7/1953. Decatur eye, ear, nose and throat specialist for more than 50 years, retiring 1938. Trustee of Millikin estate; member board of directors Millikin National Bank; member board of…
Samuel D. May
Photograph of Samuel D. May (died Aug 17, 1941). Retired Decatur grocer. He was in the grocery business 47 years. He sold his at 134 S. Main in 1922. He was a former director of the Macon Co. Coal Co. He was the oldest living member of Ionic Lodge…