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1. Now that is dedication to education! 🤢 I’m sure all the ’50s and ’60s built schools have shelter setups in…

2. Yes, the city has photos which I may get permission to share at a later date.

3. I can guarantee you that the interior photo is not the same as the exterior photo in the first and…

4. I am researching the manufacturer of these diners. Does anyone know if an interior photo of one of these double…

5. What a great photo! So Spring wasn’t the only flood prone street! I’d be interested to know if your sleuthing…

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