Dixon's Ferry

Dixon's Ferry on the Rock River, pre-1903.

Dixon's Ferry was the former name for Dixon, Illinois, United States. It was located on the bank of the Rock River near present-day Illinois Route 26, John Dixon operated a rope ferry service to transport mail from Peoria to Galena. He also established the first post office. The surrounding settlement was known as Dixon's Ferry.[1]

Plaque marking the site of Dixon's Ferry.

References

  1. ↑ Gibler, Bob. History of Dixon, City of Dixon, official site, accessed January 18, 2011.


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