ELI KRIEGH, Springfield, Illinois, was born in Washington county, Maryland, August 10, 1810; son of Philip and Mary Kriegh, of German descent; was a farmer by occupation; father died in Maryland, and mother in Springfield, Illinois. Eli was fourth son of a family of nine children. He came to Springfield April 6, 1855, and started in the stove and tinner business, and house furnishing goods; has remained in the business ever since. He was married October 29, 1833, to Miss Ann Willard, who was born in Frederick county, Maryland. They have had seven children, four sons and three daughters. Mr. Kriegh carries a $5,000 stock of goods. He came to the county in limited circumstances, but by industry and economy has accumulated a fine property and home.