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I don't have an answer for this one, but I have a source you can check: Streetwise Chicago: A History of Chicago Street Names by Don Hayner. I believe it is out of print, but it should be available in libraries.
Wells Street was most likely named in honor of Captain William Wells, the hero of the Fort Dearborn Massacre. Wells was raised by Indians and later became the lead scout for General "Mad" Anthony Wayne. After retiring from the army and settleing at Fort Wayne, he led a party of 30 Miami Indians to escort the regiment posted at Ft. Dearborn and nearby settlers to safety. Wells survived the Indian assault but was killed later trying to rescue Indian prisoners, including his neice Rebekah, who was then married to the fort's commander.
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When was Wells Street Station - Chicago - created?
Wells Street Station - Chicago - was created in 1853.
When did Wells Street Station - Chicago - end?
Wells Street Station - Chicago - ended in 1911.
When did Wells Street Terminal - Chicago - end?
Wells Street Terminal - Chicago - ended in 1953.
When was Wells Street Terminal - Chicago - created?
Wells Street Terminal - Chicago - was created in 1904.
Is Franklin Street in Chicago named for Benjamin Franklin?
Yes. See http://chicagology.com/chicago-geography/streetnames/
Where is chicago bathroom remodeling available?
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Named after William Henry Harrison, the 9th president of the US. In regards to the follow-up question: "Is there a definitive listing of the origins of Chicago street names?" The now out of print book - which should be available at public libraries - "Streetwise Chicago: A History of Chicago Names" (published 1988) by Don Hayner and Tom McNamee, is perhaps the one and only book currently available on Chicago street names. It may not be totally "definitive" but it does have some valuable information on street numbering and name changes.
What street is Chicago theater on?
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Brideges in Chicago what are there names?
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