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Freeman Graham, one of the first settlers on Rockford's southwest side, had two businesses: a sour mash distillery and a cotton mill. He built a home between the two which became known as the Graham-Ginestra House. Graham died in 1896, and in 1927…

Pictured are the buildings that comprise the Graham Cotton Mills and its offices. There appears to be a broken wagon beyond the fence out front with a smokestack looming in the background. Also see the image and information contained in photo…