Owner(s) William Osman Ceased publication 1916 | Founded 1843 | |
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Headquarters Rooms over Post Office at the Corner of Madison and Columbus,Ottawa, Illinois | ||
The Ottawa Free Trader was a weekly newspaper published in Ottawa, Illinois, from 1843-1916. It changed publishers several times during its run, but was most closely associated with William Osman.
Alonzo Delano was one of the Free Trader's most distinguished contributors. Between 1849-1852, during his travels to California with the 49ers, Delano sent travel journals to Osman colorfully describing his many adventures.
The Ottawa Free Trader ceased publication in 1916. The latest known issue is dated December 25, 1914.
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