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Yesteryear Picture

Yesteryear Picture

2 months ago By News Staff

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THE SWENSON THRILLCADE was an exhilarating highlight of the Rooks County Free Fair during the 1960s. They were a staple of the week-long event, and they drew crowds eager to see their death-defying tricks.

Yesteryear Picture

2 months ago By News Staff

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HARNESS HORSE RACING at the Rooks County Fair began in the mid-1890s and remained one of the main attractions of the annual event until the 1990s. Parimutuel betting was introduced in 1989 with a page in the Fair book dedicated to “How to Bet.” Everyone in town knew Fair Week had begun when they would see the starting gate vehicle for the trotters roll into town! “And they're off!'

Snapshot From Our Shared Past

2 months ago By News Staff

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THIS GRANDSTAND PHOTO captures the 1970s, showcasing one of the standout attractions of the Rooks County Free Fair— motorcycle racing! Over 100 years of racing, the Fair has welcomed not only nationally ranked racers, showcasing their skills and daring maneuvers, but also local talent, each rider bringing their own unique flair to the track. Do you recognize any faces in the stands? The staff here at the Sentinel-Times recognizes a number of people.

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2 months ago By News Staff

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THE “OLD” STOCKTON HIGH SCHOOL BUILDING was demolished in the summer of 1989, taking with it thousands of memories of the students who walked through the halls. The stone blocks that spelled out Stockton High School were saved and became the cornerstone sign that still resides on the front lawn of the school grounds.

Snapshot From Our Shared Past

2 months ago By News Staff

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IN THE EARLY 1900S, the Royal Cafe was owned and operated by Jim and Rose Gilbert. The Royal Cafe was located in the building that was later occupied by the Unrein Drug Store. The persons in the picture were not identified.

Yesteryear Picture

3 months ago By News Staff

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BECAUSE OF THE MANY FUN RUNS IN THE AREA, only five ran the 10K, which was a part of Stockton’s Summer Festival on July 8th, 1981. They were (from left): A.D. Kelly of Plainville, Roger Pfeifer of Santana, David Waggoner of Phillipsburg, Billy Waggoner of Phillipsburg, and Jason Fawver of Phillipsburg.

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3 months ago By News Staff

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IT’S AVON CALLING! Everyone’s favorite Avon representative, Wanda Kreller, received two honor plaques for sales and service with Avon at the annual President’s luncheon in Garden City in the spring of 1994. She received a dozen roses for sales and services and a pin for being a member of the Avon President’s Council.Who still has bottles of perfume that Wanda sold to you?

Snapshot From Our Shared Past

3 months ago By News Staff

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THE 1966 PLAINVILLE HIGH SCHOOL STUCO OFFICERS were Gayle Gardner, Mike Reed, Toni Wood and Melissa Young. The Student Council serves as an interim organization in matters which are of primary concerns to all in the school, and as a means for students to voice their feelings through their elected student government representatives.They also planned assemblies such as Homecoming, Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter.

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3 months ago By News Staff

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DURING THE 1981 STOCKTON SUMMER PICNIC, the horseshoe-pitching contest featured some great competitors. When it was all said and done, the winners were (from left) Orville Pfortmiller of Natoma as the Class A winner, Gary and Marion Long of New Almelo as the Doubles Champions; Merrill Johnston of Stockton as the Class B winner; and Dale Dean of Stockton as the Class C winner.

Snapshot From Our Shared Past

3 months ago By News Staff

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DRESSESAND COSTUMES of all types were on display at the Bicentennial Costume Contest in Plainville, sponsored by the ESA. The winners were (from left) Jeanette Lill and Mrs. Tom Hrabe, first and second in the 50-Year and Older Costumes; Sondra LeRock and Sidney Gilliland, first and second in the Youth Division; and Mrs. Maynard Bellerive and Betty Davis, first and second in the Modern Bicentennial Division.

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