The ILLINOIS STATE HISTORICAL LIBRARY is a wonderful source for Illinois newspapers on microfilm. They grant interlibrary loan to anyone living in the State of Illinois. For requests outside of Illinois call the library to check on their policy at 217-524-7216. They will do a search of what is available for the area you are searching. These can also be purchased, check with the library on cost and availability of the master roll. Their address is: ILLINOIS STATE HISTORICAL LIBRARY, Old State Capital Building, Springfield, IL 62701.