STD Testing Centers
Morton Grove, IL
Same Day Service
No Doctor Visit Or Insurance Required
Accredited Drug Testing provides multiple STD tests at our Morton Grove, Illinois testing centers for individuals who may have been exposed to or showing symptoms of an STD. Millions of Americans have some form of an STD and our testing is provided in a confidential manner. STD tests at our Morton Grove, IL locations may be ordered for one specific type of test or you may order a multiple panel screening which includes several STD tests. Same day service is available, and we have multiple Morton Grove, Illinois STD testing centers within minutes of your home or office. All testing information and results are confidential.
6449 DEMPSTER ST 0.3 miles
MORTON GROVE, IL 60053
8125 RIVER DR STE 102 0.9 miles
MORTON GROVE, IL 60053
1 KRAFT CT 1.5 miles
GLENVIEW, IL 60025
4709 W. Golf, Suite 806 2.2 miles
Skokie, IL 60076
1600 Dempster St Ste 218, 3.3 miles
Park Ridge, IL 60068
8630 W GOLF RD 3.4 miles
NILES, IL 60714
6191 N CANFIELD AVE 3.9 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60631
4801 W Peterson Ave Ste 205, 3.9 miles
Chicago, IL 60646
7742 W HIGGINS RD 4.3 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60631
2591 Compass Rd Ste 110, 4.4 miles
Glenview, IL 60026
2601 COMPASS RD, STE 130 4.4 miles
GLENVIEW NAS, IL 60026
2150 PFINGSTEN RD STE 3000 5.2 miles
GLENVIEW, IL 60026
2150 PFINGSTEN RD 5.2 miles
GLENVIEW, IL 60026
800 Austin St, East Tower Ste 457 5.2 miles
Evanston, IL 60202
5961 N LINCOLN AVE UNIT 2 5.3 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60659
100 N RIVER RD 5.5 miles
DES PLAINES, IL 60016
4900 N CUMBERLAND AVE 5.7 miles
NORRIDGE, IL 60706
4830 N Cumberland Ave Ste 9 5.8 miles
Norridge, IL 60706
4757 W MONTROSE AVE 5.8 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60641
2300 W PETERSON AVE 6.0 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60659
4211 N CICERO AVE 6.0 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60641
4126 N Milwaukee Ave, 6.1 miles
Chicago, IL 60641
3101 N HARLEM AVE LOWER LEVEL 6.6 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60634
6140 N BROADWAY ST 7.1 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60660
7107 W BELMONT AVE 7.2 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60634
O'Hare International Airport Terminal 2 7.3 miles
Chicago, IL 60666
4200 MANNHEIM RD 8.0 miles
SCHILLER PARK, IL 60176
1214 Brownwood Ste B 8.0 miles
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
1060 S ELMHURST RD 8.1 miles
MOUNT PROSPECT, IL 60056
605 ACADEMY DR 8.2 miles
NORTHBROOK, IL 60062
2380 S ELMHURST RD 8.2 miles
MOUNT PROSPECT, IL 60056
2333 N HARLEM AVE STE 100 8.3 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60707
306 ERA DR 8.7 miles
NORTHBROOK, IL 60062
2200 LANDMEIER RD STE 2200 8.8 miles
ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL 60007
10137 GRAND AVE 9.1 miles
FRANKLIN PARK, IL 60131
7230 W NORTH AVE STE 106B 9.1 miles
ELMWOOD PARK, IL 60707
1830 JARVIS AVE 9.3 miles
ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL 60007
544A W DUNDEE RD 9.7 miles
WHEELING, IL 60090
1240 IL ROUTE 83 9.9 miles
BENSENVILLE, IL 60106
2400 N. Ashland Ave Suite 100 9.9 miles
Chicago, IL 60614
3000 N. Halsted, Suite 604 9.9 miles
Chicago, IL 60657
537 N HARVEY AVE 10.0 miles
OAK PARK, IL 60302
2868 N BROADWAY ST 10.2 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60657
Fitness Department, 10.4 miles
Melrose Park, IL 60101
1983 N MANNHEIM RD 10.4 miles
MELROSE PARK, IL 60160
2800 N Sheridan Rd Ste G1, 10.4 miles
Chicago, IL 60657
1431 N Western Ave Ste 137, 10.4 miles
Chicago, IL 60622
3040 SOUTHCREEK LANE 10.5 miles
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005
1520 N DAMEN AVE 10.6 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60622
1044 N FRANCISCO AVE 10.6 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60622
605 W CENTRAL RD STE 101 10.8 miles
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005
1225 W LAKE ST STE 101 10.8 miles
MELROSE PARK, IL 60160
800 W CENTRAL RD 11.0 miles
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005
413 S HARVEY AVE 11.0 miles
OAK PARK, IL 60302
1100 W. Central Rd., Suite 402 11.1 miles
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
902 W DUNDEE RD RIDGE PLAZA 11.3 miles
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60004
610 S Maple Ave, Ste 5800 11.3 miles
Oak Park, IL 60304
1460 N Halsted St Ste 201, 11.5 miles
Chicago, IL 60642
1450 Busch Pkwy, 11.7 miles
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
121 SOUTH WILKE RD, #405 11.7 miles
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005
565 N YORK ST 11.8 miles
ELMHURST, IL 60126
126 BIESTERFIELD RD 11.9 miles
ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL 60007
1030 W CHICAGO AVE 11.9 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60642
321 W LAKE ST STE C 12.0 miles
ELMHURST, IL 60126
15 S MCHENRY RD 12.0 miles
BUFFALO GROVE, IL 60089
835 S WOLCOTT AVE STE E144 12.1 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60612
311 N ABERDEEN ST STE 100B 12.4 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60607
2615 HARRISON ST 12.5 miles
BELLWOOD, IL 60104
1230 W LAKE ST 12.5 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60607
219 W CHICAGO AVE 12.5 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60654
3060 W SALT CREEK LN STE 110 12.7 miles
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005
1200 S YORK RD Center for Health 12.8 miles
ELMHURST, IL 60126
533 W North Ave, LL Suite 50 13.1 miles
Elmhurst, IL 60126
233 E ERIE ST STE 602 13.1 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60611
5601 W CERMAK RD 13.1 miles
CICERO, IL 60804
614 W MONROE ST 13.2 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60661
303 W LAKE ST 13.2 miles
ADDISON, IL 60101
36 W RANDOLPH ST STE 705 13.2 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60601
600 W ADAMS ST 13.3 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60661
7222 W CERMAK RD 13.3 miles
NORTH RIVERSIDE, IL 60546
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST STE 900 13.3 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60611
1545 HICKS RD 13.4 miles
ROLLING MEADOWS, IL 60008
300 W ADAMS ST STE 835 13.5 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60606
111 N Wabash Ave Ste 1514, 13.5 miles
Chicago, IL 60602
300 E RANDOLPH ST CL404 13.5 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60601
1375 E SCHAUMBURG RD 13.5 miles
SCHAUMBURG, IL 60194
55 E WASHINGTON ST STE 2500 13.5 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60602
50 S NORTHWEST HWY 13.8 miles
PALATINE, IL 60074
1411 MCHENRY RD STE 103 13.9 miles
BUFFALO GROVE, IL 60089
1339 W LAKE ST 14.1 miles
ADDISON, IL 60101
811 S STATE ST STE B 14.1 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60605
770 E Dundee Rd 14.2 miles
Palatine, IL 60074
808 E Woodfield Rd Ste 400, 14.2 miles
Schaumburg, IL 60173
4949 EUCLID AVE 14.4 miles
PALATINE, IL 60067
639 W NORTH AVE 14.5 miles
VILLA PARK, IL 60181
155 E BRUSH HILL RD 14.7 miles
ELMHURST, IL 60126
2361 Reliable Parkway 14.8 miles
Chicago, IL 60686
2393 Reliable Parkway 14.8 miles
Chicago, IL 60686
2450 WOLF RD STE I 14.9 miles
WESTCHESTER, IL 60154
337 W. Northwest Highway, 14.9 miles
Palatine, IL 60067
371 West Northwest Highway 15.1 miles
Palatine, IL 60067
3145 S ASHLAND AVE STE 110 15.3 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60608
519 S ROSELLE RD 15.3 miles
SCHAUMBURG, IL 60193
REMIT ONLY: DEPT 77-6478 15.5 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60678
75 REMITTANCE DR STE 1660 15.5 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60675
3316 S ASHLAND AVE 15.5 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60608
2600 S Michigan Ave 15.8 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60616
361 W GOLF RD 15.8 miles
SCHAUMBURG, IL 60195
2907 S WABASH AVE STE 100 15.8 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60616
3201 S WALLACE ST 15.8 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60616
125 N LA GRANGE RD 15.8 miles
LA GRANGE, IL 60525
303 E Army Trail Rd, Ste 111 16.0 miles
Bloomingdale, IL 60108
565 Lakeview Pkwy Ste 100, 16.0 miles
Vernon Hills, IL 60061
211 E ARMY TRAIL RD 16.2 miles
BLOOMINGDALE, IL 60108
273 E ARMY TRAIL RD 16.2 miles
BLOOMINGDALE, IL 60108
2929 S ELLIS AVE 16.2 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60616
129 W SAINT CHARLES RD 16.2 miles
LOMBARD, IL 60148
113 W LAKE ST 16.5 miles
BLOOMINGDALE, IL 60108
701 WINTHROP AVE 16.7 miles
GLENDALE HEIGHTS, IL 60139
6 E PHILLIP RD 16.7 miles
VERNON HILLS, IL 60061
130 S MAIN ST 1ST FL IMMEDIATE CARE OCC HEALTH 16.8 miles
LOMBARD, IL 60148
4940 S CICERO AVE 17.3 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60638
5525 S PULASKI RD FL 3 17.4 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60629
207 Waukegan Rd Ste 207, 17.5 miles
Lake Bluff, IL 60044
5101 WILLOW SPRINGS RD 17.7 miles
LA GRANGE, IL 60525
650 W 51ST ST 18.0 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60609
2340 S Highland Ave Ste 330, 18.0 miles
Lombard, IL 60148
2334A W HIGGINS RD 18.2 miles
HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60195
40 S CLAY ST STE 100E 18.3 miles
HINSDALE, IL 60521
534 CHESTNUT ST, STE 230 18.4 miles
HINSDALE, IL 60521
5709 S. Loomis Blvd 18.4 miles
Chicago, IL 60636
6500 W 65TH ST 18.4 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60638
5015 W 65TH ST 18.5 miles
BEDFORD PARK, IL 60638
2500 W Higgins Rd Ste 460, 18.5 miles
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
245 S GARY AVE STE 101 18.6 miles
BLOOMINGDALE, IL 60108
1555 BARRINGTON RD 18.6 miles
HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60169
875 ROOSEVELT RD STE 200 18.6 miles
GLEN ELLYN, IL 60137
6170 JOLIET RD 18.7 miles
COUNTRYSIDE, IL 60525
350 Surryse Rd, 18.7 miles
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
471 W Army Trail Rd Ste 101, 18.8 miles
Bloomingdale, IL 60108
9532 EAGLE WAY 18.8 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60678
904B S Milwaukee Ave 18.9 miles
Libertyville, IL 60048
1515 E LAKE ST STE 100 19.0 miles
HANOVER PARK, IL 60133
6555 WILLOW SPRINGS RD STE 6 19.4 miles
LA GRANGE HIGHLANDS, IL 60525
5841 S MARYLAND AVE 19.6 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60637
117 S COOK ST STE 306 19.7 miles
BARRINGTON, IL 60010
141 E. IRVING PARK ROAD 20.4 miles
STREAMWOOD, IL 60107
535 PLAINFIELD RD STE C 20.7 miles
WILLOWBROOK, IL 60527
8755 S HARLEM AVE 21.3 miles
BRIDGEVIEW, IL 60455
1113 Fairview Ave, 21.5 miles
Westmont, IL 60559
ONSITE ONLY 21.9 miles
WILLOWBROOK, IL 60527
1974 E 73RD ST 21.9 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60649
2615 WASHINGTON ST VISTA CORPORATE HEALTH 22.0 miles
WAUKEGAN, IL 60085
18W125 RODGERS CT 22.0 miles
DARIEN, IL 60561
6300 KINGERY HWY STE 404 22.0 miles
WILLOWBROOK, IL 60527
5660 W 95TH ST 22.2 miles
OAK LAWN, IL 60453
7421 S CASS AVE 22.2 miles
DARIEN, IL 60561
3317 W 95TH ST LOWR LEVEL STE 5 22.4 miles
EVERGREEN PARK, IL 60805
35 TOWER CT STE E 22.7 miles
GURNEE, IL 60031
3333 BEVERLY RD 22.8 miles
HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179
15 Tower Court S-170, 22.8 miles
Gurnee, IL 60031
22285 Pepper Road, Suite S-107 22.9 miles
Barrington, IL 60010
8751 S Greenwood Ave Ste 106, 23.2 miles
Chicago, IL 60619
724 N. Green Bay Road 23.4 miles
Waukegan, IL 60085
7530 WOODWARD AVE 23.8 miles
WOODRIDGE, IL 60517
7530 Woodward Ave. Suite G, 23.8 miles
Woodridge, IL 60517
10242 S VINCENNES AVE 23.9 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60643
10837 S Cicero Ave Ste 310, 23.9 miles
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
1445 N HUNT CLUB RD STE 101 23.9 miles
GURNEE, IL 60031
5533 W 109TH ST STE 103 24.0 miles
OAK LAWN, IL 60453
1734 W 105TH ST 24.1 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60643
1217 S RAND RD 24.4 miles
LAKE ZURICH, IL 60047
900 E 103RD ST 24.8 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60628
1020 E OGDEN AVE STE 208 24.8 miles
NAPERVILLE, IL 60563
Testing services include physician referral, collection of the specimen, complete laboratory analysis and confidential and secure result reporting.
** Patients who have high insurance deductibles, co-pays or do not have insurance can access important health and wellness testing by scheduling/Ordering a confidential clinical test through Accredited Drug Testing By Phone or On-line.
The process to schedule a lab/blood test in Morton Grove, Illinois is fast and easy!
Step 1: Schedule/Order your test online at www.accrediteddrugtesting.com/lab-test-order or call our scheduling department at 800-221-4291. You do not need to visit a doctor to order a test.
Step 2: Provide confidential and secure patient information including the type of test, zip code of the location area you would like to take the test and payment information (self-pay).
When completed you will receive a patient registration form by email where you can immediately proceed to the testing location in the Morton Grove, Illinois area. Same day service is available and your registration pass will have the testing location address and hours of operation.
Step 3: After your test has been analyzed by one of our nationally CLIA and FDA certified laboratories (Quest/ LabCorp) your results will be sent through a confidential, secure and encrypted portal to the email address that you provided. In the event that the test is non-negative, abnormal or other circumstances, a consultation with the referring physician is available.
STD Definitions/Descriptions
STD stands for Sexually Transmitted Disease, also known as STI or Sexually Transmitted Infection, meaning that these diseases are most often, but not exclusively, spread by sexual intercourse.
STDs are passed from one person to another through sexual activity which can include vaginal intercourse, anal intercourse and/or anal intercourse. Though not as common, STDs can also be transmitted through intimate physical contact such as heavy petting.
STDs do not always cause symptoms, or they may only cause mild symptoms. This makes it very possible to have an infection and not know it. Therefore, if you are sexually active it is important to get tested at least once a year. You will find the most common types of STD and STI testing below.
HIV - HIV is a sexually transmitted disease (that can be spread outside of sexual contact) known as Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). It is the virus that causes AIDS and interferes with the body's ability to fight infections.
Herpes 1 and 2 - Herpes is an infection caused by HSV (herpes simplex virus). This virus affects the external genital, anal region, mucosal surfaces and skin in other parts of the body. There are two types of herpes simplex viruses: HSV-1 9 herpes type 1, or oral herpes) and HSV-2 (herpes type 2, or genital herpes).
Gonorrhea - Gonorrhea is a common sexually transmitted disease that can cause infections in the genitals, rectum and throat for both men and women. If untreated it can cause serious health issues, however, if it is caught in time it can be cured with the right medicine.
Chlamydia - Chlamydia is a common sexually transmitted disease that may not show symptoms. However, those that do show symptoms may experience genital pain and discharge from the vagina or penis. If left untreated it can cause damaging effects to the woman's reproductive system.
Syphilis - Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease that develops in different stages. The first stage involves a painless sore on the genitals, rectum or mouth. After that initial sore heals, the second stage is a rash. Then, there are no symptoms until years later which is the final stage - damaged brain, nerves, eyes and/or heart.
Many STDs can be easily cured with medication, so you can just finish your treatment and get on with your life. And even though some STDs can't be cured, there are lots of ways to treat your symptoms and prevent you from giving your STD to anyone you have sex with.
People with STDs can be in relationships, have sex, and live totally normal lives. Most people get an STD at least once, and millions are living with STDs now. Having an STD is nothing to feel ashamed of, and it doesn't mean you're "dirty" or a bad person , it just means you're a pretty normal human who got an infection. The reality is that STDs can happen to anybody who's ever been sexual with someone, which is almost everybody on earth. And a few STDs can be spread in non-sexual ways, too.
Accredited Drug Testing can schedule your STD test at an Morton Grove, Illinois testing facility in a confidential, friendly and professional manner. Call us today!
Handy Resources
Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.
- FDA: Drug Testing
Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.
- PDR.net
Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.
- BeSafeRx - FDA
Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.
- SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace
Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.
- Drugs.com
Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.
- Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)
Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.
- Merck Manuals
Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.
- SAMHSA Store
Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.
- National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)
Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.
- CDC: Workplace Health Promotion
CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.
- Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing
General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.
- MedlinePlus: Drug Testing
Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia
Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.
- World Health Organization (WHO)
International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.
- Healthline: Drug Testing
Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.
- WebMD: Drug Testing
Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.
- National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)
Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.
AI Overview
Overview of STD Testing
Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) testing is a critical component of healthcare, essential for detecting and managing infections transmitted through sexual contact. STD testing is recommended for anyone who is sexually active, as early detection and treatment can prevent serious health consequences and limit the spread of infections to others.
Importance of STD Testing
Regular STD testing is vital because many infections often do not show symptoms immediately, or symptoms may be mild and go unnoticed. Untreated STDs can lead to severe health issues, including infertility, complications during pregnancy, and increased risk of acquiring other STDs, including HIV.
Common Types of STD Tests
- HIV Testing: Performed through blood or saliva samples to detect the presence of HIV antibodies or antigens.
- Chlamydia and Gonorrhea: These bacterial infections are typically tested via urine tests or swabs of the genital area.
- Syphilis: Diagnosed through blood testing, which can detect antibodies produced in response to the infection.
- Herpes: Although no cure exists, testing for herpes involves blood tests or swabs from an active outbreak.
- Hepatitis B and C: Blood tests are used to diagnose these viral infections, which affect the liver.
When to Get Tested
- After Unprotected Sex: It's advisable to get tested if you've had unprotected sexual contact with a new partner or multiple partners.
- If Symptoms Occur: Symptoms such as sores on the genitals, pain during urination, or unusual discharge are indications for testing.
- Regular Screenings: Annual or more frequent STD testing may be recommended for active individuals, especially if they have multiple partners.
What to Expect During STD Testing
The testing process is straightforward, involving a physical examination, the collection of samples (blood, urine, swabs), and sometimes a visual inspection of affected areas. Confidentiality is a cornerstone of STD testing, ensuring privacy and discretion in handling patient information and test results.
Benefits of STD Testing
- Early Detection and Treatment: Allows for timely treatment that can effectively manage symptoms and prevent transmission to others.
- Peace of Mind: Provides reassurance and helps maintain your health and the health of your partners.
- Prevention of Complications: Reduces the risk of the long-term health issues associated with untreated STDs.
Understanding the importance of STD testing and participating in regular screenings can significantly impact personal health and public health outcomes. It is an essential step in responsible sexual health management.
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Local Area Info: Morton Grove, Illinois
The village is named after former United States Vice President Levi Parsons Morton, who helped finance the Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul Railroad (later the Milwaukee Road) which roughly tracked the North Branch of the Chicago River in the area and established a stop at the old Miller's Mill. Miller's Mill Road, now Lincoln Avenue, connected the former riverside sawmill to the township's central settlement (Niles Center, now Skokie). The railroad stop facilitated trade and development; the upstart neighborhood grew enough to incorporate in December 1895.
A handful of farmers from England settled in 1830-1832, despite there being no roads from Chicago, only native American trails, as the defeat of the Black Hawk War and the Treaty of Chicago led Native Americans to leave the areas. Farmers Germany and Luxembourg started arriving by the end of the decade, clearing the land by cutting the walnut, oak, hickory, elm and maple trees. Logs were initially hauled to a sawmill at Dutchman's Point (later Niles, Illinois) at the corner of what would become Milwaukee, Waukegan and Touhy Avenues, and stumps burned for charcoal that could then be hauled to heat homes in expanding Chicago. Immigrant John Miller erected a water-powered sawmill near where the Chicago River met the future Dempster Street shortly after 1841. This simplified homebuilding in the area, as well as facilitated further lumber sales. A road (first known as Miller's Mill Road and after 1915 as Lincoln Avenue) allowed wood from the sawmill (and produce from nearby farms) to be hauled to the largest settlement in the surrounding Niles Township (initially known as Niles Center and now Skokie) or even further, into Chicago. Around 1850, the "Northwestern" road to/from Chicago (now known as Milwaukee Avenue) was improved (partly using lumber from Miller's sawmill) to become a single lane plank (toll) road. That reduced a four-day journey into Chicago to about a half day, and also helped sales of produce and farm products from the rich bottomland. Lumber was also hauled to Jefferson Park to fuel locomotives after the first railroads were built in the area. In 1858, Henry Harms built a toll road from the intersection of Ashland and Lincoln Avenues in Chicago to Skokie, where it met Miller's Mill Road. Harms' Road was later extended through Glenview.
In 1872, the Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul Railroad bought Miller's Mill and laid track (which became two lines in 1892). They also dug gravel for railroad and road use nearby, creating a quarry at what later became Austin Park. The stop (later station) at what had been Miller's Mill was named Morton Grove to honor one of the railroad's New York financiers, Levi Parsons Morton. The Morton Grove settlement began growing from about 100 persons, and by 1874 had grown enough to have its first postmaster, Civil War veteran Medard Lochner. Rural mail service started 21 years later, although a blacksmith shop was opened at the settlement by 1884, and a trading post and saloon had operated since 1847. The first subdivision (177 lots) was platted by real estate developers George Fernald and Fred Bingham in 1891, and a convalescent home for German-American aged was built in 1894. The village formally incorporated on December 24, 1895, just eight days before Morton became the Governor of New York. Morton Grove's first mayor, George Harrer, was of German descent (and would became the namesake of the village's largest park), and his brother became Skokie's mayor.