Miller-Loeb Block

Historical marker location:

7 South Clinton Street, Albia, Iowa

( Marker is on South Clinton Street just south of West Benton Avenue (County Road H35), on the right when traveling south.)

The town of Elkader, Iowa was named after Abd el-Kader, a 19th-century Algerian Muslim leader who fought against French colonialism. The town was founded by settlers from Dubuque, who were inspired by Abd el-Kader's bravery and leadership.