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A close-up of bricks from the historic Stevenson Home in Metamora, Illinois
August 2012 Newsletter NewsletterProminent People

August 2012 Newsletter

Photo and notes: Parade for Lyndon Murray, first soldier going off to WWI from Metamora.…
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Photos and stories: Lincoln Circuit Marking Association marker on Tazewood Road & Washington Blacktop. William…
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Biography of attorney Edward Abersol. Donations: Garber ice cream containers; Wernsman's Restaurant menu with history…
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Jack Weddle
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February 2010 Newsletter

Oakwood Cemetery monument "in memory of U.S. Soldiers and Sailors", containing stone specimens from the…
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A close-up of bricks from the historic Stevenson Home in Metamora, Illinois
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April 2009 Newsletter

How Lincoln would have looked when visiting Metamora; Isch's Store photos, both as single-width before…
Jack Weddle
Jack Weddle
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Hoof Abscesses Prominent People

Hoof Abscesses

Learn about hoof abscesses from a Metamora farrier.
Shirley Adams
Shirley Adams
Farrier Dave Pohlman works on a horse
Know Your Horse’s Weight Prominent People

Know Your Horse’s Weight

Learn about how to score your horse's weight from a Metamora farrier.
Shirley Adams
Shirley Adams
A close-up of bricks from the historic Stevenson Home in Metamora, Illinois
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June 2007 Newsletter

Summary of Adlai Stevenson I; Veterans Room in Stevenson House; first 2-seat car in Metamora…
Jack Weddle
Jack Weddle
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Has Adlai Lost His Marbles? Prominent People

Has Adlai Lost His Marbles?

On display at the Stevenson House were marbles and marble games of the past and…
Shirley Adams
Shirley Adams
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