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Only if Native Americans had a habit of burying their dead in swamps. In 1890, the area around 130th and Houston was a marsh located a few hundred feet from the edge of Hyde Lake. The "indian burial ground" rumor began long before the Library was
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Hegewisch Lake or Hegewisch Marsh is loacated south of 130th Street and stretches from Torrence Ave. to The Little Calumet River. It is currently being restored. The marsh covers approximately 100 acres. The marsh is home to numerous water fowl,
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Now that is a good bar bet! It is true, at least according to the official Chicago neighborhood map. However once you win the bet, you may need to see a dentist so he can put your teeth back in your gums.
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