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CAMERON, J. T. saddler and harness maker, west side of Square, Carrollton, Illinois. The above named gentleman, who is well and favorably known to the business community here, is worthy of more than a passing notice; the pioneer in the harness trade of Greene County, he began his business career at the early age of 18, in the City of Carrollton, having become regularly apprenticed to the trade of a harness maker at an early age; born in Tennessee in 1832; at five, his parents became residents of Greene County. Since this period of time he has lived here continuously, and has been known here as a business man from his 18th year. Commencing his business career with no capital, save willing hands and an energy that carried him in after years through many discouragements, he went steadily forward to a successful business career, transacting for many years a successful business both at Carrollton and Greenfield. In 1873 the store building owned by him was destroyed by fire, and shortly afterward Mr. Cameron bought the edifice where he now transacts a large and constantly increasing trade. In conclusion, we would say, give Mr. Cameron your patronage and secure good work at living prices. With the exception of alderman, Mr. Cameron has managed to keep clear of office. See business card elsewhere.