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[March 04, 2014]
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Pictures by Curt Fox |
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"The Virden Coal Mine Battle of 1898," by Katie Hunsley. The display
depicts the history of the battle between miners and strike-breakers
in the late 19th century in Virden.
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"What is the Orphan Train," by Rita Harris, depicts the children who
were uprooted from New York City in the 19th century and sent to all
parts of the country. |
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"What Was the Worst Naval Disaster in U.S. History," by Nathan Ford |
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"What Is the U-505," by Emily Messner — the history of the captured
World War II German submarine that now resides at the Museum of
Science and Industry in Chicago. |
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"The David Davis Mansion," by Lance Podbelsek — the history of the
famous Bloomington mansion and current home of the Illinois
Shakespeare Festival each summer. |
"The Scully Legacy for Logan County and Illinois," by Ashlan Broom —
history of the legacy of the Scully family, who transformed Illinois
farming practices. |
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"The Importance of Route 66," by Tommy Dwyer — a history of the iconic
highway that has become a must-see for tourists from around the
world. |
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