John Mason Peck was a Baptist missionary in Illinois and Missouri, an anti-slavery advocate, author, educator, and founder of the Rock Spring Seminary. The seminary relocated to Alton in the 1830s and changed its name to Shurtleff College in 1836 to…
An exterior view of the First Baptist Church of Edwardsville parsonage. On verso: "The white pole is part of Tennis Court. Facing St. Louis St. Route No 4 State, Route No 66. Fed[e]ral."
A view of construction taking place on the outside of a Baptist church in Vandalia. On verso: "Vandalia, Ill. Baptist Church - a mission started by Rev. H. C. First when Supt. of State Missions."