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Can you Name the Woman in This Photo?

Who is this prominent Lake Zurich resident?

By Korrina Grom
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February 4, 2012

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Do you know who this woman is? Here are some clues:

She was born Sept. 20, 1842, and died in 1914 in Lake Zurich.

She was married to a prominent Lake Zurich resident.

She gave birth to a daughter, Clarissa, in 1862.

Her brothers served in the Civil War.

We'll reveal the answer tomorrow!

About this column: Bringing Back the Past is a weekly column provided by the Ela Historical Society and Museum. It features a brief description of someone or something from Lake Zurich's past as well as a photo quiz that asks readers if they can identify what's in the photo. Readers' questions about local history also are welcome.