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GILLIAM, Thomas F.
GILLIAM, Thomas F. (Jacksonville, IL, June 12, 1832--1905). When he was fourteen, Gilliam's parents came to Iowa and settled in Dubuque. He grew up in the city and participated in the organization of POOLE, GILLIAM & CO., wholesale grocers at 272 Main Street, in 1870.
Mr. Gilliam was married on April 11, 1854, to Miss Elizabeth A. Shields, daughter of the late Gen. John G. SHIELDS; they had four children.
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Source:
Oldt, Franklin T., The History of Dubuque County, Iowa, Chicago: Western Historical Company, 1880, p. 793
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