Illinois Central Railroad

The Illinois Central railroad was built through Jesup in the 1860’s. It ran from Dubuque through the area. Jesup has grown because of the railroad. In 1960 the Illinois Central Depot sat on the North side of the East Central Cooperative.

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Steam engine in the early years.

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Jesup Depot

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691 Main Street

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Jesup Depot in 1912.

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Aerial View of Jesup Depot in 1949.

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Jesup Depot

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