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The John & Annie (Zelleken) Comerford House
115 South Sergeant Avenue circa 1895 | Dutch Colonial Architects: Garstang and Rea
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Helena Apartment House and Dance & Music Studio
505-511 S. Moffet Avenue circa 1937 Tudor Revival Feature: Iron Railing on second floor spells out Helena Apts
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Second Annual Murphysburg Treasure Hunt
This event promises to take treasure seekers on an interactive adventure to find iconic historic sites, links to significant events and people, and hidden…
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WOMEN ON JOPLIN’S ROUTE 66
WOMEN ON JOPLIN’S ROUTE 66 TIMELINE Historic Route 66: 1926 to 1985 Dorothy Peck at Mac’s Pie Shop-Bakery-Donuts: 1957 to 1984 Emma Sue Hills…
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Emma Sue Hills and Mr. Swiss Drive-In
Emma Sue Hills, who, along with her husband, co-owned and operated Mr. Swiss Drive-In from 1967 to 1987. Dorothy and Emma Sue were not…
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