Ballads of La Salle County, Illinois - The Story of Ottawa, Illinois
This collection of modern ballads tells the story of Ottawa, Illinois from the Starved Rock massacre to the Cherry Mine tragedy. Written and performed by Keith Clark, these compositions are the product of extensive archival research and interviews. The liner notes include lyrics and chord changes for each song.
Track Listing
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101
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Father Marquette and the Jesuit Indian Instructions | Keith Clark | 3:16 | |
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102
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The Ballad of Starved Rock | Keith Clark | 3:53 | |
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103
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The Sloopers from Stavanger | Keith Clark | 2:49 | |
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104
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Elsie Strawn Armstrong, Pioneer | Keith Clark | 3:35 | |
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105
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The Lincoln and Douglas Debate | Keith Clark | 2:32 | |
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201
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The Diary of Willy Price | Keith Clark | 3:50 | |
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202
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The Magnetic Doctress | Keith Clark | 2:16 | |
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203
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Wild Bill Hickok | Keith Clark | 3:16 | |
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204
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The Rules of the Board of Trustees | Keith Clark | 2:29 | |
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205
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The Cherry Mine Disaster | Keith Clark | 3:11 |
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