Gen. Grierson Home, at 852 E. State, recently discovered to be part of the Underground Railroad. A small brick home stood on this property before the Griersons bought it. It was owned by Garrison Berry, a southern man. One night he provided shelter for Emily Logan who had escaped from. her owner, Mrs. Porter Clay. The property was later purchased by the Grierson family and it is believed that the small brick house has been incorporated into this mansion.

Underground Railroad Committee
of the
Morgan County Historical Society

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