Images of Highwood
1901

On February 2, 1901, the Federal government enacted what
were called “Anti-Canteen Laws,” which in effect made it unlawful
to sell or dispense alcohol on a military reservation.

As could be expected, within a year, three Chicago breweries moved
their operations to Highwood, and saloons sprang up to serve
the military men who were only too happy to spend their money
at them – especially around pay day.

Very few photographs exist, showing Highwood during
that time frame.

Here are some images of Highwood, clipped from a 1901 newspaper:

The only church in town (Methodist)

Benson’s Saloon, “at the North end of town”

Murphy’s Saloon, the most popular military hang-out

Waukegan Avenue, popular destination, with five saloons in one block

Thank you for your interest.