Elmwood
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Built in 1851, by Wm. S. Davison, son of the town's first merchant. Typical Italianate style employed by Blue Grass architect Lewinski. Purchased by Hugh McElroy, 1858. In early Oct., 1862, Union forces moved through Springfield before Battle of Perryville. Gen. Buell made hdqrs. here. Forced owner's son to map water sources in area because of bad drought condition.
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