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West Township
West Park
McLean County, Illinois
(Transcribed by: Teri Moncelle Colglazier)

In the extreme northwest corner of West Township is located West Park which was given to McLean County by Simeon H. West. The park consists of 20 acres, the north half to be left untouched as virgin timber. Today the undergrowth is very thick and is home for all manner of wildlife. The south half of the park is very beautiful with many fine trees. For many years the park area was only an open area. William Dean, being township supervisor, some years ago organized the neighborhood men and built an enclosed brick shelter house with a large fireplace and tables and benches in the building. The park is popular in warm weather with gatherings of organizations as well as campers. [Heritage of the prairie : a history of LeRoy and of Empire and West townships, McLean County, Illinois (1976) LeRoy Historical Society; LeRoy Bi-Centennial Commission]

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