I am seeking information on John Williams. John patented land in township 16 of Coles/Douglas County Illinois in 1852. I realize that this must be a very common name but I am taking a longshot. My purpose for this inquiry is because I am writing an article for our upcoming centennial and I am concentrating on the original pioneers of this area. This is all I have on this individual. I would love to hear from anyone with knowledge of this line. Thanks for your attention to this message. Kent Elam