Talk:Eldorado, Illinois

When I was on vacation recently in Provincetown, I was talking to a fellow who lives in Eldorado. He claimed that the origin of the name was "Elder Reader," a role played in Lutheran churches during responsive readings. The town was called Elder Reader until the railroad came through and thought it was a typo. They changed the name to Eldorado. I did look at the webpage of the local history society and they didn't mention anything about this story so I don't know if it's true. True or not, it is much more interesting than mere Spanish origin.

It's truly a shame that Chris Drone stepped down as mayor. Ever since then, the cows just haven't been the same. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 74.137.230.85 (talk) 20:25, 21 May 2009 (UTC)

In researching my ancestry I found "Elderado" I discovered one Hon. Samuel Elder and his son Maj. William S. Elder to be co-founders of the town. They along with Joseph & William Read laid out the village on Aug 22 1857. William was very instrumental in bringing the railroad to the area, virtually sealing the success of the town.It is also said the name change came shortly after the r&r arrived. This story though not as colorful sure seems more accurate. —Preceding unsigned comment added by 68.215.236.229 (talk) 18:18, 1 June 2009 (UTC)

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