Bookmobile 1954
The Bookmobile in 1954 made many stops to keep children and adults supplied with books during the summer months.
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Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps
A short introduction to Sanborn Fire Insurance Maps
Harry Blackstone
Harry Blackstone, master magician, entertained guests at the Colonial Hotel while waiting for his car to be repaired. He and his wife had a minor car accident on their way to Texas. They were then on to Hollywood to make a movie.
Spanish War Veterans Observe Flag Day
The United Spanish War Veterans, Ozark Camp No. 9, urged all Spanish-American War Veterans to display the Stars and Stripes on Flag Day, 1908.
1880 Census
Newspaper articles give interesting background on the 1880 Federal Census; including the amount of pay enumerators received.
Programs and Events
Monday, October 7- Exploring Genealogy
7 p.m. Library Center
- Exploring Genealogy
10 a.m. Library Center
- Exploring Genealogy
7 p.m. Library Center
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4653 S. Campbell Ave.
Springfield, MO
65810-1723
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