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Today, as we celebrate 100 years of service to the business community, we invite you to join us in this year-long celebration. This is much more than just 100 years on a calendar -- it is a celebration of our rich heritage and our exciting future. Please take time to explore this website to learn about our important milestone. |  A hundred years ago, Harry D. Hemmens, editor and publisher of the Daily Courier, was elected president of the Elgin Commercial Club and Conrad Ackemann, one of the department store brothers, was given a vote of thanks for his efforts as chairman of the organizing committee. The result? An organization that would establish a reputation for being the business leader in the Elgin area. |