August 20,1960: Firestone Store Demolished
On this day in 1960, demolition began on the old Firestone store at Fifth and Cherry Streets. It was located across from the Robert E. Lee Hotel. The photo above shows the Firestone store...
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July 14,1911:Brown Memorial Baptist Church Lets Contract
On this day in 1911, a contract was let to complete construction at Brown Memorial Baptist Church. A. H. Walls will be the contractor to complete the building, which includes the auditorium, vestibule and...