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150 Years Ago
Fire: A fire broke out in the old hurdy house corner of Fourth and Ormsby streets. The hurdy house was a large frame building, owned by William Magee, and insured. The work was that of an incendiary as the building was vacant.
140 Years Ago
Good mineral water: Doc Benton is driving a thriving trade in the mineral wagers, which he bottles at the spring near Falling Leaf Lake. The fame of the waters is gradually spreading over the coast.
130 Years Ago
Four-leaf clovers: Oliver Roberts is attending to putting furniture in the Government Building. He can be found at almost any time looking for four-leaf clovers.