Streator, Illinois

The city of Streator spans 5.8 square miles in LaSalle and Livingston counties, situated in the prairie and farm land of north-central Illinois along the Vermilion River. Home to over 13,000 residents, the city is located at the center of the geographic region known as Streatorland, approximately 81 miles southwest of Chicago.

Streator's economic history has been shaped by its natural resources. Coal was the initial stimulus of the city's economy from 1866 until the early 1900s. In addition to coal, the area around Streator contained rich clay and shale, which gave rise to Streator's brick, tile and pipe industries. In time, these replaced coal as Streator's leading exports, but Streator was best known for its glass bottle industry which began in the late 1800s with the Streator Bottle and Glass Company. Other notable glass manufacturing companies during this time included Thatcher Glass Manufacturing Corporation, American Bottle Company, the Streator Cathedral Glass Company, and Owens-Illinois. During the 20th century Streator was recognized as the "Glass Container Capital of the World". Glass manufacturing has continued in Streator. Agriculture and related agri-business in the farmlands of LaSalle County and nearby Livingston County are also a strong influence in Streator's economic engine. Though manufacturing provides the greatest source of revenue, service industries account for the largest share of jobs.

Streater’s history of manufacturing and construction places it in a high risk category for asbestos exposure. Workers exposed to asbestos may be at risk for asbestos-related diseases, such as mesothelioma cancer. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with mesothelioma in Streater, you may benefit from contacting Dr. Hedy Lee Kindler. Mesothelioma lawyers may also be able to assist if you or a loved one were exposed to asbestos in Streator, Illinois.

Jobsites in Streator where Asbestos Exposure Occurred

A number of jobsites in Streator, IL have been identified as harboring asbestos containing materials. These sites, at one point in their history, were known to have exposed a variety of tradesmen to asbestos. We will be documenting in more detail how asbestos exposure occurred at these sites in the future on this web site.

Mesothelioma Cancer Centers Near Streator, IL

For your convenience we have compiled a list of mesothelioma cancer centers that are located within a 100 mile radius of Streator, IL. Please click on a cancer center link to obtain more information about the clinical programs offered, professional designations, areas of expertise and how to contact the center.

Mesothelioma Doctors Near Streator, IL

For your convenience we have compiled a list of mesothelioma doctors who are located within a 100 mile radius of Streator, IL. Please click on a doctor link to obtain more information about his/her background, areas of expertise, professional affiliations and office locations.