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THE 2002 SHS VOLLEYBALL TEAM

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THE 1971-72 SHS POM PON GIRLS entertained at halftimes of the football and basketball games for the Tigers. Pictured are (top) Sara Marshall, (second row, from top) Connie Poore, Katy Laska; (third row, from top) Pam Wall, Mendy Baughman, Candy Spencer, Jolene Desbien, Kathy Smith, Marty Currie; and (standing in front) Tina Rogers.

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2 weeks ago By News Staff

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THE 1970 TIGER YEARBOOK was dedicated to Mrs. Bessie O’Connor, who was the guidance counselor and teacher for eight years in the Stockton school system.

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3 weeks ago By News Staff

on Thursday night of the Rooks County Free Fair in 1989, a flagpole and monument were dedicated to the late J. O. 'Jimmie' Cooper for the extra hours he donated to the success of the Fair for many years. Shown are members of the Stockton VFW Post #8873 raising the American and MIA flags.

BEFORE THE MICKEY GILLEY CONCERT

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4 weeks 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.

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1 month 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

1 month 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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1 month 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

1 month 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.

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1 month 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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