(The following is a small excerpt of the history of  Tazewell County townships from the book
“Souvenir of Early and Notable Events in the History of the North West Territory, Illinois and Tazewell County.”)
Submitted by: Linda T -2008

James Scott was the first settler in Groveland township, building his log cabin home on Section 33, in 1827. Among other old settlers were John O’Brien and Mr. Trimble. Mr. O’Brien was elected Justice of the Peace in 1835, and filled the office with dignity and honor until 1867. Rev. Neele Johnson preached the first sermon in 1843. The boundaries of this township remain as located by the commissioners. The first election took place at the Randolph house in Groveland. This township took its name from the village, which was laid of by Isaac Roberts and Asa L. Davidson, May 30, 1836.

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