Tutty Baker
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William "Tutty" Baker (1793-1855), credited as the founder of Freeport, Illinois, built a trading post on the banks of the Pecatonica River. A generous man, Baker began operating a free ferry across the river and even invited travelers into his home for meals and lodging.[1] According to one story, Freeport earned its name after Baker's wife, Elizabeth Baker, asked him if his river port was a "Free Port", because of the number of people he didn't charge to ferry across the river.[2]
Freeport celebrates the founder of the town with Tutty Baker days in the downtown area.
A monument to him was erected in Freeport by the Daughters of the American Revolution.[3]
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External links
- Tutty Baker at Find a Grave
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