Since the early 1800s. the people of Franklin Park have consistently demonstrated a pride in their hometown and a willingness to contribute to their community. The origins of Franklin Park stretch back to 1829 when the Federal Government approved a treaty with the Chippewa. Ottawa. and Pottawatomle Tribes of Native Americans. This treaty cleared the way for European settiers to begin farming In an area northwest of Chicago. This farming hamlet. which was originally dubbed "Manheim" by German immigrants. got an economic boost In 1873 when the Milwaukee Railroad established transit links there. One of the early settlers of Franklin Park. Henry Kirchhoff. granted the railroad access over a 7.5acre strip of private land.
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