Bader, Illinois facts for kids
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Bader, Illinois
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 Bader, Illinois
Location in Illinois
Bader, Illinois
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Schuyler |
| Elevation | 617 ft (188 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 217 309 |
| GNIS feature ID | 403793 |
Bader is a small place in Schuyler County, Illinois, in the United States. It's called an unincorporated community because it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Bader is located about 3 miles (or 4.8 kilometers) north of a town called Browning.
History of Bader
Bader started way back in 1870. When it was first founded, it had a different name: Osceola.
How Bader Got Its Name
The community was later renamed after a man named William Bader. He owned and operated a grain elevator in the area. A grain elevator is a tall building used to store large amounts of grain, like corn or wheat, before it's shipped out.
The Post Office
A post office opened in Bader on October 8, 1872. At first, it was called "Baders." However, on December 23, 1907, the name was officially shortened to just "Bader."
Famous People From Bader
Even though Bader is a small community, a few notable people were born there.
- Jesse Moren Bader (1886-1963) was an evangelist. An evangelist is someone who travels around to share religious messages.
- Lore Bader (1888-1973) was a professional baseball pitcher. He played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for teams like the New York Giants and the Philadelphia Phillies.
