Tag Archives: Chicago

Two Brothers Married Two Sisters: The Story of George Dibben

Posted on November 17, 2019 by Rachelle

Remember when I mentioned that John Dibben had 10 other sisters and brothers? John was the oldest and one is tempted to believe that he would be the leader in immigration to the United States. In fact, that was what … Continue reading →

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The Dibben’s Choose Chicago

Posted on November 11, 2019 by Rachelle

Why would John and Olive Dibben decide to move to Chicago, Illinois to start their new life? I have wondered what they heard about the city that helped make their decision to move there from England in 1873. Perhaps they … Continue reading →

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