Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."

STEVE HARMON Hutch Post Contributor

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southwest corner of 27th Avenue and North Main.

This property has always been a gasoline dispensing facility. The first service station was built here in 1960 and labeled as the "Larkland Champlin Service" with Max Hutchins as its manager. The first photo shows this station as Charlie's Larkland Champlin with the Deming Film Stop and Sandy's Restaurant in the background in 1968.

The management of this station changed hands many times between 1960 and 1983, with names such as Rod Holdredge, Harold Herrman, Charles Pitts, Carl Curless, Jerry Gross, Lynn Morton, Ken Collins, Carolyn Carr and Sue Lutz.

In 1983, Stanley "Shorty" Brown, owner of T&amp;E Oil Co., purchased the station and rebranded it to Fina #18. The second photo shows the station with that signage in 1986, with Washington Heights and Safeway in the background.

In 1998, the Brown family expanded their service station offerings to convenience stores and the "Pantry Plus" nameplates showed up around Hutch. The third photo shows the Pantry Plus at this location in 1998.

In 2003, the Kroger Co. purchased the Pantry Pluses from T&amp;E Oil Co. and converted them to Kwik Shops. The fourth photo shows the 2617 N. Main St. property, still owned by Kwik Shop Inc.

To purchase a photo print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.

Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:

<a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748481254511.png" alt="T&amp;E Oil Filling Station - Kwik Shop #764 - 2617 N. Main - April 21, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>T&amp;E Oil Filling Station - Kwik Shop #764 - 2617 N. Main - April 21, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1714573898261.png" alt=" " />
 <figcaption> </figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southwest corner of 27th Avenue and North Main.This property has always been a gasoline dispensing facility. The first service station was built here in 1960 and labeled as the "Larkland Champlin Service" with Max Hutchins as its manager. The first photo shows this station as Charlie's Larkland Champlin with the Deming Film Stop and Sandy's Restaurant in the background in 1968.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748481356538.png" alt="T&amp;E Oil - Deming Film Stop &amp; Charlie Pitts Larkland Champlin Service Station - 2617 N. Main - c. 1968. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>T&amp;E Oil - Deming Film Stop &amp; Charlie Pitts Larkland Champlin Service Station - 2617 N. Main - c. 1968. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The management of this station changed hands many times between 1960 and 1983, with names such as Rod Holdredge, Harold Herrman, Charles Pitts, Carl Curless, Jerry Gross, Lynn Morton, Ken Collins, Carolyn Carr and Sue Lutz.In 1983, Stanley "Shorty" Brown, owner of T&amp;E Oil Co., purchased the station and rebranded it to Fina #18. The second photo shows the station with that signage in 1986, with Washington Heights and Safeway in the background.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748481408704.png" alt="T&amp;E Oil Filling Station - 2617 N. Main - 1986. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>T&amp;E Oil Filling Station - 2617 N. Main - 1986. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1998, the Brown family expanded their service station offerings to convenience stores and the "Pantry Plus" nameplates showed up around Hutch. The third photo shows the Pantry Plus at this location in 1998.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748481451648.png" alt="T&amp;E Oil - Pantry Plus #18 - 2617 N. Main - 1998. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>T&amp;E Oil - Pantry Plus #18 - 2617 N. Main - 1998. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 2003, the Kroger Co. purchased the Pantry Pluses from T&amp;E Oil Co. and converted them to Kwik Shops. The fourth photo shows the 2617 N. Main St. property, still owned by Kwik Shop Inc.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1748481254511.png" alt="T&amp;E Oil Filling Station - Kwik Shop #764 - 2617 N. Main - April 21, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>T&amp;E Oil Filling Station - Kwik Shop #764 - 2617 N. Main - April 21, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a photo print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a>

📷 Throwback Thursday: North Main Kwik Shop - Vol. 124

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southeast corner of East Avenue F and South Elm.

Hadley Methodist Church was started as a mission in 1889 by the Rev. C.R. Thoburn. This mission was frequently called the Boot &amp; Shoe Sunday School. The first photo shows the chapel, completed in 1890, at 401 E. Ave. F.

The second photo shows the same structure in 1906.

This building was remodeled into the Hadley M.E. Church about 1910. The third photo shows the church in 1911.

The church was very active. It even had a church baseball team. The fourth photo shows that team in 1915.

The last church pastor was Marien Holbert in 1975 when it disbanded.

The building was later reborn as the Hadley Daycare Center, with Judith Teafol becoming its director.

In 1979, the daycare was moved to 330 Charles St. The building had one last revival in 1992 as the Hutchinson Community Ministries clothing center and social services.

It eventually became the private residence of William Brower. The fifth photo shows the structure in 2017 right before it was condemned and razed.

The sixth photo shows the vacant property today at 401 E. Ave. F, now owned by the Hutchinson Land Bank.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1747850867876.png" alt="Hadley Methodist Church - 401 E. Ave. F (F and Elm) - c. 1900. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hadley Methodist Church - 401 E. Ave. F (F and Elm) - c. 1900. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1714573898261.png" alt=" " />
 <figcaption> </figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southeast corner of East Avenue F and South Elm.Hadley Methodist Church was started as a mission in 1889 by the Rev. C.R. Thoburn. This mission was frequently called the Boot &amp; Shoe Sunday School. The first photo shows the chapel, completed in 1890, at 401 E. Ave. F.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1747850867876.png" alt="Hadley Methodist Church - 401 E. Ave. F (F and Elm) - c. 1900. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hadley Methodist Church - 401 E. Ave. F (F and Elm) - c. 1900. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The second photo shows the same structure in 1906.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1747850924092.png" alt="Hadley Chapel - 401 E. Ave. F - c. 1906. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hadley Chapel - 401 E. Ave. F - c. 1906. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>This building was remodeled into the Hadley M.E. Church about 1910. The third photo shows the church in 1911.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1747850954716.png" alt="Hadley Chapel - 401 E. Ave. F - 1911. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hadley Chapel - 401 E. Ave. F - 1911. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The church was very active. It even had a church baseball team. The fourth photo shows that team in 1915.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1747851011564.png" alt="Hadley M.E. Church Baseball Team - c. 1915. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hadley M.E. Church Baseball Team - c. 1915. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The last church pastor was Marien Holbert in 1975 when it disbanded.The building was later reborn as the Hadley Daycare Center, with Judith Teafol becoming its director.In 1979, the daycare was moved to 330 Charles St. The building had one last revival in 1992 as the Hutchinson Community Ministries clothing center and social services.It eventually became the private residence of William Brower. The fifth photo shows the structure in 2017 right before it was condemned and razed.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1747851063820.png" alt="Hadley Church - 401 E. Ave. F - July 9, 2017. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hadley Church - 401 E. Ave. F - July 9, 2017. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The sixth photo shows the vacant property today at 401 E. Ave. F, now owned by the Hutchinson Land Bank.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1747851109724.png" alt="Hadley Methodist Church - 401 E. Ave. F - April 16, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hadley Methodist Church - 401 E. Ave. F - April 16, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a photo print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a>

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hadley Methodist Church - Vol. 123

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 500 block of East Sherman.

William Kelly moved to Hutchinson in 1891 and, along with William Carr, partnered to establish the Monarch Flour Mill at Avenue D and Washington.

In 1905, William McMillian of the Kansas Grain Co. built a showcase home at 512 E. Sherman. It was an "Old Style" architectural design that had 28 rooms. The first photo shows that grand home.

Also in 1905, William Kelly broke off to establish the William Kelly Milling Co. at 400 S. Main Street. The second photo shows that venture in 1908.

Kelly's Famous Flour went on to become nationally successful.

In 1911, William McMillian sold out his interests here to move to Seattle, Washington. That included his 512 E. Sherman residence that he sold to William Kelly. His son Charles Kelly inherited the home, but in the 1950s it was subdivided into apartments.

In June of 1980, the 400 S. Main mill was vacated and razed.

In 1988, the 1500 E. Ave. B facility was sold to the Irsik-Doll Feed Co.

The third photo shows the 512 E. Sherman residence today, still multiple apartments, owned by Frankenfield Investments L.L.C. of Wichita.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1747255791060.png" alt="William Kelly (Kelly Mills) Residence - 512 E. Sherman - c. 1920. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>William Kelly (Kelly Mills) Residence - 512 E. Sherman - c. 1920. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1714573898261.png" alt=" " />
 <figcaption> </figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 500 block of East Sherman.William Kelly moved to Hutchinson in 1891 and, along with William Carr, partnered to establish the Monarch Flour Mill at Avenue D and Washington.In 1905, William McMillian of the Kansas Grain Co. built a showcase home at 512 E. Sherman. It was an "Old Style" architectural design that had 28 rooms. The first photo shows that grand home.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1747255791060.png" alt="William Kelly (Kelly Mills) Residence - 512 E. Sherman - c. 1920. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>William Kelly (Kelly Mills) Residence - 512 E. Sherman - c. 1920. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Also in 1905, William Kelly broke off to establish the William Kelly Milling Co. at 400 S. Main Street. The second photo shows that venture in 1908.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1747255878339.png" alt="William Kelly Milling Co. - 400 S. Main - 1908 (Home of Kelly's Famous Flour). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>William Kelly Milling Co. - 400 S. Main - 1908 (Home of Kelly's Famous Flour). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Kelly's Famous Flour went on to become nationally successful.In 1911, William McMillian sold out his interests here to move to Seattle, Washington. That included his 512 E. Sherman residence that he sold to William Kelly. His son Charles Kelly inherited the home, but in the 1950s it was subdivided into apartments.In June of 1980, the 400 S. Main mill was vacated and razed.In 1988, the 1500 E. Ave. B facility was sold to the Irsik-Doll Feed Co.The third photo shows the 512 E. Sherman residence today, still multiple apartments, owned by Frankenfield Investments L.L.C. of Wichita.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1747255977508.png" alt="William Kelly Home - 512 E. Sherman - April 11, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>William Kelly Home - 512 E. Sherman - April 11, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a photo print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a>

📷 Throwback Thursday: William Kelly Residence - Vol. 122

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southwest corner of West 5th and North Washington.

In 1923, W. Lacy Rosier, owner of the Hutchinson Oil Co., built the Palace Garage at 101 W. 5th Ave.

By 1929, the company name was changed to the Rosier Oil Co. and this location was a filling station and garage, along with four other filling stations with bulk fuel delivery at the airport.

By 1938, it became the Ernie Shaffer Oil Co. and filling station.

By 1946, the building had become the Ray &amp; Streeter Motor Co. as a Chrysler-Plymouth new car dealership. The first photo shows that dealership in 1949.

By 1955, it had become solely the Gordon Ray Motor Co.

In 1962, it became the Downtown Dodge dealership with Earl Atteberry.

In 1967, it became the Downtown Ultravan Showroom. The second photo shows that business in 1969.

From 1972 to 1978, the building was used by Woodwork Mfg. Co. as a storage facility and it was readdressed to 405 N. Washington.

Between 1978 through 1994, Mike and Peggy Livingston operated the Morton Interiors &amp; Galleries from this location. The third photo shows that business in 1994 at the end of their run.

The Hutchinson Art Association acquired the building in 1995. The fourth photo shows what it first looked like.

The fifth photo shows the 2017 remodel to the new black and blue paint scheme, and the look it continues with today.

On March 30, 2025, Emily Kohls replaced John Eberle as the new director of the Hutchinson Art Association, still at 405 N. Washington.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1746632745137.png" alt="Hutchinson Art Center - Ray &amp; Streeter Motor Co. (Chrysler &amp; Plymouth) - 101 W. 5th - 1949. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Art Center - Ray &amp; Streeter Motor Co. (Chrysler &amp; Plymouth) - 101 W. 5th - 1949. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1714573898261.png" alt=" " />
 <figcaption> </figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southwest corner of West 5th and North Washington.In 1923, W. Lacy Rosier, owner of the Hutchinson Oil Co., built the Palace Garage at 101 W. 5th Ave.By 1929, the company name was changed to the Rosier Oil Co. and this location was a filling station and garage, along with four other filling stations with bulk fuel delivery at the airport.By 1938, it became the Ernie Shaffer Oil Co. and filling station.By 1946, the building had become the Ray &amp; Streeter Motor Co. as a Chrysler-Plymouth new car dealership. The first photo shows that dealership in 1949.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1746632745137.png" alt="Hutchinson Art Center - Ray &amp; Streeter Motor Co. (Chrysler &amp; Plymouth) - 101 W. 5th - 1949. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Art Center - Ray &amp; Streeter Motor Co. (Chrysler &amp; Plymouth) - 101 W. 5th - 1949. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>By 1955, it had become solely the Gordon Ray Motor Co.In 1962, it became the Downtown Dodge dealership with Earl Atteberry.In 1967, it became the Downtown Ultravan Showroom. The second photo shows that business in 1969.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1746632818121.png" alt="Hutchinson Art Center - Downtown Ultravan Showroom - 101 W. 5th - 1969. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Art Center - Downtown Ultravan Showroom - 101 W. 5th - 1969. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>From 1972 to 1978, the building was used by Woodwork Mfg. Co. as a storage facility and it was readdressed to 405 N. Washington.Between 1978 through 1994, Mike and Peggy Livingston operated the Morton Interiors &amp; Galleries from this location. The third photo shows that business in 1994 at the end of their run.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1746632909457.png" alt="Hutchinson Art Center - Morton Interiors &amp; Galleries - 101 W. 5th - 405 N. Washington - July 22, 1994. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Art Center - Morton Interiors &amp; Galleries - 101 W. 5th - 405 N. Washington - July 22, 1994. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The Hutchinson Art Association acquired the building in 1995. The fourth photo shows what it first looked like.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1746632951329.png" alt="Hutchinson Art Center - 405 N. Washington - Aug. 10, 2015 (with text). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Art Center - 405 N. Washington - Aug. 10, 2015 (with text). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fifth photo shows the 2017 remodel to the new black and blue paint scheme, and the look it continues with today.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/5/1746633005089.png" alt="Hutchinson Art Center - 405 N. Washington - April 6, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Art Center - 405 N. Washington - April 6, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>On March 30, 2025, Emily Kohls replaced John Eberle as the new director of the Hutchinson Art Association, still at 405 N. Washington.To purchase a photo print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a>

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutchinson Art Center - Vol. 121

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southeast corner of West 2nd and North Washington.

The Model Steam Laundry first started at this location in 1902 and was owned by John Boehm and Jacob Schwartz. The first photo shows that building in 1912.

In 1928, they completely remodeled the building and added dry cleaning to the business model. The second photo shows the very successful business in the early 1930s next to the Dafforn Motor Co., the Desoto auto dealership at the time.

In 1946, the building was subdivided and the #29 slot became the Ogden Motor Co. (Packard Dealer). The third photo shows that enterprise in 1949. They were there until 1951.

In 1948, Herbert Haskard purchased the cleaners from the Boehm family, but still called it the Model Cleaners.

In 1958, the Haskard family — Herbert, Ray and Richard — closed the downtown property and expanded to two locations: 721 E. 4th and 1224 N. Main. They also changed the name to Haskard's Cleaners in 1960. The fourth photo shows the 25-29 W. 2nd property today. The present tenants are: Rejuvenate Massage, Express Employment Professionals and H&amp;R Block. The property is owned by Tax Associates Inc. of 29 W. 2nd.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/4/1746028062045.png" alt="Model Steam Laundry (Pat Haskard's) - 25-29 W. 2nd - 1929 &amp; Dafforn Motors - 19 W. 2nd. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Model Steam Laundry (Pat Haskard's) - 25-29 W. 2nd - 1929 &amp; Dafforn Motors - 19 W. 2nd. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1714573898261.png" alt=" " />
 <figcaption> </figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southeast corner of West 2nd and North Washington.The Model Steam Laundry first started at this location in 1902 and was owned by John Boehm and Jacob Schwartz. The first photo shows that building in 1912.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/4/1746028031821.png" alt="Model Steam Laundry - 27-29 W. 2nd - 1912. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Model Steam Laundry - 27-29 W. 2nd - 1912. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1928, they completely remodeled the building and added dry cleaning to the business model. The second photo shows the very successful business in the early 1930s next to the Dafforn Motor Co., the Desoto auto dealership at the time.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/4/1746028062045.png" alt="Model Steam Laundry (Pat Haskard's) - 25-29 W. 2nd - 1929 &amp; Dafforn Motors - 19 W. 2nd. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Model Steam Laundry (Pat Haskard's) - 25-29 W. 2nd - 1929 &amp; Dafforn Motors - 19 W. 2nd. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1946, the building was subdivided and the #29 slot became the Ogden Motor Co. (Packard Dealer). The third photo shows that enterprise in 1949. They were there until 1951.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/4/1746028120373.png" alt="Model Laundry - Ogden Motor Co. (Packard) - 29 W. 2nd - 1949 (1946 to 1951). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Model Laundry - Ogden Motor Co. (Packard) - 29 W. 2nd - 1949 (1946 to 1951). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1948, Herbert Haskard purchased the cleaners from the Boehm family, but still called it the Model Cleaners.In 1958, the Haskard family — Herbert, Ray and Richard — closed the downtown property and expanded to two locations: 721 E. 4th and 1224 N. Main. They also changed the name to Haskard's Cleaners in 1960. The fourth photo shows the 25-29 W. 2nd property today. The present tenants are: Rejuvenate Massage, Express Employment Professionals and H&amp;R Block. The property is owned by Tax Associates Inc. of 29 W. 2nd.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/4/1746028164581.png" alt="Model Laundry - H&amp;R Block Tax - 29 W. 2nd - April 1, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Model Laundry - H&amp;R Block Tax - 29 W. 2nd - April 1, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a photo print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a>

📷 Throwback Thursday: Model Steam Laundry - Vol. 120

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 200 block of North Main on the east side.

In 1910, Ryan's Cafe at 214 N. Main St. and the Stallman Brothers Harness Shop at 208 N. Main St. were lost in a fire. The first photo shows the harness shop right before the fire.

In 1911, the Edwards Brothers built a new building for the McBurney Dry Goods Co. The second photo shows the building on opening day.

In 1912, the Pegues-Wright Dry Goods Co. came to Hutchinson from Junction City. It replaced McBurney's and bought the building in 1919. The company flourished under the leadership of Lindsey Pegues. The third photo shows the company in 1930.

The fourth photo shows the company in 1935.

The fifth photo shows the front of the building during the 1941 Prairie Pow Wow.

Henry Pegues became president in 1936 as the company continued its high-end success. The sixth photo shows Pegues in 1971.

In 1979, Sam Ontjes became president of the company. It remained successful until closing in 1999 after an 87-year run with John Brennan serving as the last store manager. The seventh photo shows the building today at 210 N. Main, now remodeled into Pegues Lofts &amp; Offices and owned by the B2 Financial Group L.L.C. out of Tampa, Florida.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/4/1745432767626.png" alt="Pegues - Wright Dry Goods - 208-214 N. Main - 1930. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Pegues - Wright Dry Goods - 208-214 N. Main - 1930. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1714573898261.png" alt=" " />
 <figcaption> </figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 200 block of North Main on the east side.In 1910, Ryan's Cafe at 214 N. Main St. and the Stallman Brothers Harness Shop at 208 N. Main St. were lost in a fire. The first photo shows the harness shop right before the fire.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/4/1745432844650.png" alt="Pegues - Stallman Bros. Harness (Charles C. &amp; John F.) 208 N. Main (Pegues 1st slot) by Winstead - c. 1908. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Pegues - Stallman Bros. Harness (Charles C. &amp; John F.) 208 N. Main (Pegues 1st slot) by Winstead - c. 1908. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1911, the Edwards Brothers built a new building for the McBurney Dry Goods Co. The second photo shows the building on opening day.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/4/1745432903322.png" alt="Pegues - Edwards Bros. Bldg. - 208-214 N. Main - Built 1911 (McBurney's then Pegues). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Pegues - Edwards Bros. Bldg. - 208-214 N. Main - Built 1911 (McBurney's then Pegues). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1912, the Pegues-Wright Dry Goods Co. came to Hutchinson from Junction City. It replaced McBurney's and bought the building in 1919. The company flourished under the leadership of Lindsey Pegues. The third photo shows the company in 1930.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/4/1745432767626.png" alt="Pegues - Wright Dry Goods - 208-214 N. Main - 1930. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Pegues - Wright Dry Goods - 208-214 N. Main - 1930. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fourth photo shows the company in 1935.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/4/1745433004922.png" alt="Pegues - Wright Dry Goods - 208-214 N. Main &amp; Railway Express Agency - 216 N. Main - c. 1935. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Pegues - Wright Dry Goods - 208-214 N. Main &amp; Railway Express Agency - 216 N. Main - c. 1935. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fifth photo shows the front of the building during the 1941 Prairie Pow Wow.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/4/1745433093050.png" alt="Pegues - Wright Dry Goods - 1941 Prairie Pow Wow - Chief Lone Eagle in front of Pegues - 208 N. Main. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Pegues - Wright Dry Goods - 1941 Prairie Pow Wow - Chief Lone Eagle in front of Pegues - 208 N. Main. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Henry Pegues became president in 1936 as the company continued its high-end success. The sixth photo shows Pegues in 1971.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/4/1745433056538.png" alt="Pegues - 208-214 N. Main - May 14, 1971. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Pegues - 208-214 N. Main - May 14, 1971. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1979, Sam Ontjes became president of the company. It remained successful until closing in 1999 after an 87-year run with John Brennan serving as the last store manager. The seventh photo shows the building today at 210 N. Main, now remodeled into Pegues Lofts &amp; Offices and owned by the B2 Financial Group L.L.C. out of Tampa, Florida.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/4/1745433310058.png" alt="Pegues Lofts &amp; Offices - 210 N. Main - March 25, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Pegues Lofts &amp; Offices - 210 N. Main - March 25, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a photo print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a>

📷 Throwback Thursday: Pegues - Vol. 119

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southeast corner of East 5th and North Poplar.

In the fall of 1872, the Rev. F.P. Swenbergh organized the first Catholic congregation. Father Swenbergh lived in Newton and came over on weekdays to say Mass.

In 1882, the first Catholic church was built on the southwest corner of 2nd and Maple. The Rev. Paul Ponziglioni was the first pastor. The first photo shows that building.

The church was moved to 201 E. 5th in 1897.

The Rev. William Farrell came in July 1908 and brought about the construction of the present church building. Construction started in 1910 and was dedicated May 1911. The second photo shows the construction crew with the church coming up in the background.

The old wooden church was sold to the Calvary United Brethren and moved to 502 W. Ave A. The third photo shows the St. Teresa's "Cathedral" in all its glory in 1916.

The fourth photo shows the original altar installed in 1917.

In later years, the parish added schools, rectories, nuns' homes and a family center.  The fifth photo shows the St. Teresa's Catholic Church today, still going strong after 114 years.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/4/1744848648153.png" alt="St. Teresa's Cathedral - 201 E. 5th - 1916. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>St. Teresa's Cathedral - 201 E. 5th - 1916. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1714573898261.png" alt=" " />
 <figcaption> </figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southeast corner of East 5th and North Poplar.In the fall of 1872, the Rev. F.P. Swenbergh organized the first Catholic congregation. Father Swenbergh lived in Newton and came over on weekdays to say Mass.In 1882, the first Catholic church was built on the southwest corner of 2nd and Maple. The Rev. Paul Ponziglioni was the first pastor. The first photo shows that building.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/4/1744848732838.png" alt="St. Teresa's First Church Bldg. - S.W. Cor. 2nd &amp; Maple - 227 E. 2nd - 1882. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>St. Teresa's First Church Bldg. - S.W. Cor. 2nd &amp; Maple - 227 E. 2nd - 1882. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The church was moved to 201 E. 5th in 1897.The Rev. William Farrell came in July 1908 and brought about the construction of the present church building. Construction started in 1910 and was dedicated May 1911. The second photo shows the construction crew with the church coming up in the background.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/4/1744848830242.png" alt="St. Teresa's Church at construction - 1910. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>St. Teresa's Church at construction - 1910. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The old wooden church was sold to the Calvary United Brethren and moved to 502 W. Ave A. The third photo shows the St. Teresa's "Cathedral" in all its glory in 1916.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/4/1744848648153.png" alt="St. Teresa's Cathedral - 201 E. 5th - 1916. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>St. Teresa's Cathedral - 201 E. 5th - 1916. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fourth photo shows the original altar installed in 1917.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/4/1744848929118.png" alt="St. Teresa's Church Altar - Installed 1917. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>St. Teresa's Church Altar - Installed 1917. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In later years, the parish added schools, rectories, nuns' homes and a family center. The fifth photo shows the St. Teresa's Catholic Church today, still going strong after 114 years.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/4/1744848988265.png" alt="St. Teresa's Church - 201 E. 5th - March 14, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>St. Teresa's Church - 201 E. 5th - March 14, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a photo print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a>

📷 Throwback Thursday: St. Teresa - Vol. 118

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northeast corner of West 17th and Halsey Drive.

Around 1960, the Dillons Co. decided to get into the convenience store business.

After building its first Hutchinson Kwik Shop at 507 E. 30th Ave., it built its second Kwik Shop at 1008 W. 17th Ave. in 1965 and Robert Shank was made the manager. The only thing at this location previously was Margaret's Place at 4 Halsey Drive. The first photo shows Kwik Shop with its 32-cent gas pumps, another new idea, right about 1970.

In 1973, the address assignment was changed to 2 Halsey Drive.

In 1980, this location was closed and the Kwik Shop was rebuilt at 1701 N. Monroe St.

In 1992, Bob Lyon purchased the building and remodeled it to become the Lyon Home Center. The second photo shows the home center in its heyday about 1998.

The last business listing for the Lyon Home Center was in 2003, with no business yet to replace it. The third photo shows the building and property today at 2 Halsey Drive, still owned by Jesse Robert Lyon.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/4/1744227759248.png" alt="Kwik Shop #774 - Lyon Home Center - 1008 W. 17th &amp; 2 Halsey Drive - c. 1965. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Kwik Shop #774 - Lyon Home Center - 1008 W. 17th &amp; 2 Halsey Drive - c. 1965. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1714573898261.png" alt=" " />
 <figcaption> </figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northeast corner of West 17th and Halsey Drive.Around 1960, the Dillons Co. decided to get into the convenience store business.After building its first Hutchinson Kwik Shop at 507 E. 30th Ave., it built its second Kwik Shop at 1008 W. 17th Ave. in 1965 and Robert Shank was made the manager. The only thing at this location previously was Margaret's Place at 4 Halsey Drive. The first photo shows Kwik Shop with its 32-cent gas pumps, another new idea, right about 1970.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/4/1744227759248.png" alt="Kwik Shop #774 - Lyon Home Center - 1008 W. 17th &amp; 2 Halsey Dr. - c. 1965. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Kwik Shop #774 - Lyon Home Center - 1008 W. 17th &amp; 2 Halsey Dr. - c. 1965. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1973, the address assignment was changed to 2 Halsey Drive.In 1980, this location was closed and the Kwik Shop was rebuilt at 1701 N. Monroe St.In 1992, Bob Lyon purchased the building and remodeled it to become the Lyon Home Center. The second photo shows the home center in its heyday about 1998.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/4/1744227829071.png" alt="Kwik Shop #774 - Lyon Home Center - 2 Halsey Drive - c. 1998. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Kwik Shop #774 - Lyon Home Center - 2 Halsey Drive - c. 1998. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The last business listing for the Lyon Home Center was in 2003, with no business yet to replace it. The third photo shows the building and property today at 2 Halsey Drive, still owned by Jesse Robert Lyon.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/4/1744227876151.png" alt="Kwik Shop #774 - Lyon Home Center - 2 Halsey Drive - March 5, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Kwik Shop #774 - Lyon Home Center - 2 Halsey Drive - March 5, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a photo print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a>

📷 Throwback Thursday: Lyon Home Center - Vol. 117

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southwest corner of East 3rd and North Maple.

In 1927, brothers W.R. and J.R. Cody were specializing in long-distance hauling and storage. They decided to build a very heavy-duty storage facility at 229 E. 3rd. The first photo shows the construction (close to finishing) that winter.

The structure housed the Cody Transfer &amp; Storage Co. until 1937.

In 1939, it became the Heazler Cartage Co.

In 1947, the Baldwin family purchased the building and it housed the Barnett Warehouse Co. between 1947 to 1968.

In 1970, Carl McCoy made it the McCoy Discount Furniture Warehouse but only for a year or so. The second photo shows the McCoy enterprise there.

In 1971, Bernie Wray bought the building and it became the longtime home of Wray &amp; Sons Roofing and Storage. Bernie Wray also stored his huge collection of vintage automobiles until his passing. The third photo shows the 229 E. 3rd building today, still the Wray Roofing business after 54 years there, and owned by Greg and Cliff Wray. The property is all part of the Wray Properties L.L.C.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/4/1743608483025.png" alt="Cody Storage Co. - 229 E. 3rd (southwest corner - 3rd &amp; Maple - under construction) - 1927. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Cody Storage Co. - 229 E. 3rd (southwest corner - 3rd &amp; Maple - under construction) - 1927. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1714573898261.png" alt=" " />
 <figcaption> </figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southwest corner of East 3rd and North Maple.In 1927, brothers W.R. and J.R. Cody were specializing in long-distance hauling and storage. They decided to build a very heavy-duty storage facility at 229 E. 3rd. The first photo shows the construction (close to finishing) that winter.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/4/1743608483025.png" alt="Cody Storage Co. - 229 E. 3rd (southwest corner - 3rd &amp; Maple - under construction) - 1927. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Cody Storage Co. - 229 E. 3rd (southwest corner - 3rd &amp; Maple - under construction) - 1927. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The structure housed the Cody Transfer &amp; Storage Co. until 1937.In 1939, it became the Heazler Cartage Co.In 1947, the Baldwin family purchased the building and it housed the Barnett Warehouse Co. between 1947 to 1968.In 1970, Carl McCoy made it the McCoy Discount Furniture Warehouse but only for a year or so. The second photo shows the McCoy enterprise there.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/4/1743608634809.png" alt="Cody Storage Co. - McCoy's Discount Furniture Warehouse - 229 E. 3rd - 1970. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Cody Storage Co. - McCoy's Discount Furniture Warehouse - 229 E. 3rd - 1970. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1971, Bernie Wray bought the building and it became the longtime home of Wray &amp; Sons Roofing and Storage. Bernie Wray also stored his huge collection of vintage automobiles until his passing. The third photo shows the 229 E. 3rd building today, still the Wray Roofing business after 54 years there, and owned by Greg and Cliff Wray. The property is all part of the Wray Properties L.L.C.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/4/1743608710472.png" alt="Cody Storage Co. - Wray Roofing Co. - 229 E. 3rd - March 2, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Cody Storage Co. - Wray Roofing Co. - 229 E. 3rd - March 2, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a photo print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a>

📷 Throwback Thursday: Cody Storage Co. - Vol. 116

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the unit block of East 2nd on the south side.

In all of Hutchinson's long history, the two structures that have always occupied the addresses of 15, 17 and 19 E. 2nd Ave. have always been establishments for lodging.

The first, built in 1888, was the New Howard House.

Then by 1893, it became the Brunswick Hotel. The first photo shows that about 1904.

In 1905, it became the Baldwin Hotel. The second photo shows that about 1922.

In 1937, the upper floor was relabeled the Midland Hotel, with the lower floor leased out to Salt City Federal Savings &amp; Loan and the Wade Patton Insurance Co. The third photo shows the businesses as they looked in 1939.

In 1946, The Bisonte Hotel closed and Hutch was limited in downtown amenities.

In January 1949, V.M. Wiley and Ray Dillon spearheaded the proposal of the Metropolitan Hotel Corp. to build a new downtown hotel and convention center. They sold stock for this venture and, in 1953, construction started. The fourth photo shows the hotel construction in 1953.

On Feb. 13, 1954, the Baker Hotel opened. The fifth photo shows the Baker Hotel in 1958.

It housed many famous guests. The sixth photo shows Roy Clark and Jimmy Dean having dinner in the Baker Hotel dining room in 1962. They were in town to perform at the Kansas State Fair.

After many ownership changes, such as the Hilton Inn, Key To America Inn and The Kansas Inn, it was shuttered in 1975.

The building was purchased in 1978 and converted to downtown apartments and renamed Plaza Towers. The seventh photo shows the 15-19 E. 2nd building today, still the Plaza Towers and owned by Mark and Phoebe Davenport out of Kansas City, Kansas.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1743026371920.png" alt="Hotels - Baker - 15-19 E. 2nd - 1958 (Baker opened in 1954). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hotels - Baker - 15-19 E. 2nd - 1958 (Baker opened in 1954). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1714573898261.png" alt=" " />
 <figcaption> </figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the unit block of East 2nd on the south side.In all of Hutchinson's long history, the two structures that have always occupied the addresses of 15, 17 and 19 E. 2nd Ave. have always been establishments for lodging.The first, built in 1888, was the New Howard House.Then by 1893, it became the Brunswick Hotel. The first photo shows that about 1904.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1743026440472.png" alt="Hotels - Brunswick Hotel - 15-19 E. 2nd - c. 1904. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hotels - Brunswick Hotel - 15-19 E. 2nd - c. 1904. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1905, it became the Baldwin Hotel. The second photo shows that about 1922.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1743026468152.png" alt="Hotels - Baldwin Hotel - 15-19 E. 2nd - 1922. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hotels - Baldwin Hotel - 15-19 E. 2nd - 1922. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1937, the upper floor was relabeled the Midland Hotel, with the lower floor leased out to Salt City Federal Savings &amp; Loan and the Wade Patton Insurance Co. The third photo shows the businesses as they looked in 1939.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1743026495080.png" alt="Hotels - Midland - 15-19 E. 2nd - 1939 (with Salt City Federal &amp; Wade Patton Insurance. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hotels - Midland - 15-19 E. 2nd - 1939 (with Salt City Federal &amp; Wade Patton Insurance. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1946, The Bisonte Hotel closed and Hutch was limited in downtown amenities.In January 1949, V.M. Wiley and Ray Dillon spearheaded the proposal of the Metropolitan Hotel Corp. to build a new downtown hotel and convention center. They sold stock for this venture and, in 1953, construction started. The fourth photo shows the hotel construction in 1953.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1743026553720.png" alt="Hotels - Old Santa Fe Station - 3rd &amp; Walnut - 1953 (Baker Hotel under construction). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hotels - Old Santa Fe Station - 3rd &amp; Walnut - 1953 (Baker Hotel under construction). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>On Feb. 13, 1954, the Baker Hotel opened. The fifth photo shows the Baker Hotel in 1958.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1743026371920.png" alt="Hotels - Baker - 15-19 E. 2nd - 1958 (Baker opened in 1954). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hotels - Baker - 15-19 E. 2nd - 1958 (Baker opened in 1954). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>It housed many famous guests. The sixth photo shows Roy Clark and Jimmy Dean having dinner in the Baker Hotel dining room in 1962. They were in town to perform at the Kansas State Fair.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1743026593240.png" alt="Hotels - Roy Clark, Mack Sanders &amp; Jimmy Dean at the Baker Hotel Dining Room - September 1962 - played at fair (Clark passed Nov. 15, 2018). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hotels - Roy Clark, Mack Sanders &amp; Jimmy Dean at the Baker Hotel Dining Room - September 1962 - played at fair (Clark passed Nov. 15, 2018). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>After many ownership changes, such as the Hilton Inn, Key To America Inn and The Kansas Inn, it was shuttered in 1975.The building was purchased in 1978 and converted to downtown apartments and renamed Plaza Towers. The seventh photo shows the 15-19 E. 2nd building today, still the Plaza Towers and owned by Mark and Phoebe Davenport out of Kansas City, Kansas.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1743026666704.png" alt="Hotels - Plaza Towers - 17 E. 2nd - Feb. 17, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hotels - Plaza Towers - 17 E. 2nd - Feb. 17, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a photo print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a>

📷 Throwback Thursday: Plaza Towers - Vol. 115

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northeast corner of Carpenter and South Main.

Around 1900, South Main Street businesses were just as busy and viable as those on North Main, if not more so.

Today's focus is on 928 S. Main. The earliest business I could find here was in 1909, when R.Y. Evans had a blacksmith shop here.

In 1913, my great grandfather, Virden Harmon, entered the picture. He had just moved here from Ness City and started working for the new owners, Albert and Frank Maltby, who were also blacksmiths. The first photo shows that group in 1913, in front of Carriage Works. Virden is second from the left.

Virden started collecting used furniture and stored it up on the second floor to later open Harmon Furniture on his own.

The second photo shows Carriage Works on the left in front of the Riverside Park Roller Coaster at the entrance of what is now Carey Park. The trolley car line had a turnaround at this point.

From 1930 to 1947, the McAdams brothers had an auto repair shop there.

In 1948, Theo Carson welding built the current structure.

From 1955 to 1961, it was Costello Motors used cars.

Wagoner Auto Repair then became the longest owner, from 1963 to 2016. The third photo shows the current business at 928 S. Main, Herl Fab &amp; Auto Repair, owned by Bryan Herl.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1742400281185.png" alt="Carriage Works - Herl Fab &amp; Auto Body - 928 S. Main - 1913 (Virden Harmon second from left). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Carriage Works - Herl Fab &amp; Auto Body - 928 S. Main - 1913 (Virden Harmon second from left). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1714573898261.png" alt=" " />
 <figcaption> </figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northeast corner of Carpenter and South Main.Around 1900, South Main Street businesses were just as busy and viable as those on North Main, if not more so.Today's focus is on 928 S. Main. The earliest business I could find here was in 1909, when R.Y. Evans had a blacksmith shop here.In 1913, my great grandfather, Virden Harmon, entered the picture. He had just moved here from Ness City and started working for the new owners, Albert and Frank Maltby, who were also blacksmiths. The first photo shows that group in 1913, in front of Carriage Works. Virden is second from the left.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1742400281185.png" alt="Carriage Works - Herl Fab &amp; Auto Body - 928 S. Main - 1913 (Virden Harmon second from left). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Carriage Works - Herl Fab &amp; Auto Body - 928 S. Main - 1913 (Virden Harmon second from left). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Virden started collecting used furniture and stored it up on the second floor to later open Harmon Furniture on his own.The second photo shows Carriage Works on the left in front of the Riverside Park Roller Coaster at the entrance of what is now Carey Park. The trolley car line had a turnaround at this point.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1742400455432.png" alt="Carriage Works in front of the Riverside Park Roller Coaster &amp; Trolley turnaround - South Main - c. 1912 (with text). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Carriage Works in front of the Riverside Park Roller Coaster &amp; Trolley turnaround - South Main - c. 1912 (with text). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>From 1930 to 1947, the McAdams brothers had an auto repair shop there.In 1948, Theo Carson welding built the current structure.From 1955 to 1961, it was Costello Motors used cars.Wagoner Auto Repair then became the longest owner, from 1963 to 2016. The third photo shows the current business at 928 S. Main, Herl Fab &amp; Auto Repair, owned by Bryan Herl.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1742401030560.png" alt="Carriage Works - Herl Fab &amp; Auto Body - 928 S. Main - Feb. 9, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Carriage Works - Herl Fab &amp; Auto Body - 928 S. Main - Feb. 9, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a photo print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a>

📷 Throwback Thursday: Carriage Works - Vol. 114

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 1300 block of East Sherman where it would intersect with Lorraine.

In 1891, two Canadian manufacturing businesses merged to form the Massey-Harris Mfg. Co. They concentrated on making combines and tractors.

In the 1930s, they introduced the first self-propelled combine harvester and the first four-wheel-drive tractor.

In 1925, Massey-Harris opened an assembly plant in Hutchinson at 1200 E. Sherman. Where better than the heart of farming country? The first photo shows the sprawling plant in 1930, more than one block long.

Scott Symcox was the plant manager. The second photo shows a zoomed-in view, better showing the huge number of tractors and combines.

It was a viable concern through 1941, but apparently World War II affected the company's restructuring and, by 1942, the assembly plant was gone. The facility was purchased by the Master Mfg. Tool Co. that was moved here from Dodge City.

In 1953, Massey-Harris merged with the Ferguson Co. to become the Massey-Harris Ferguson Co. Then, in 1958, it took the Massey-Ferguson Co. name.

The facility became the R.L. Polk Co. (publishers of the city directories) addressed as 1 S. Lorraine. Then later the Board Foot Co. was there. The third photo shows the 1 S. Lorraine facility today, housing the Bin Shop'n warehouse, with the property being owned by the Gray Group L.L.C. of McPherson.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741794427807.png" alt="Massey-Harris Harvester Co. Plant - Batavia N.Y. Home - 1300 E. Sherman - 1930 (showing reformatory behind). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Massey-Harris Harvester Co. Plant - Batavia N.Y. Home - 1300 E. Sherman - 1930 (showing reformatory behind). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1714573898261.png" alt=" " />
 <figcaption> </figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 1300 block of East Sherman where it would intersect with Lorraine.In 1891, two Canadian manufacturing businesses merged to form the Massey-Harris Mfg. Co. They concentrated on making combines and tractors.In the 1930s, they introduced the first self-propelled combine harvester and the first four-wheel-drive tractor.In 1925, Massey-Harris opened an assembly plant in Hutchinson at 1200 E. Sherman. Where better than the heart of farming country? The first photo shows the sprawling plant in 1930, more than one block long.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741794427807.png" alt="Massey-Harris Harvester Co. Plant - Batavia N.Y. Home - 1300 E. Sherman - 1930 (showing reformatory behind). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Massey-Harris Harvester Co. Plant - Batavia N.Y. Home - 1300 E. Sherman - 1930 (showing reformatory behind). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Scott Symcox was the plant manager. The second photo shows a zoomed-in view, better showing the huge number of tractors and combines.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741794525407.png" alt="Massey-Harris Harvester Co. Plant - 1300 E. Sherman - 1930 (zoomed with text). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Massey-Harris Harvester Co. Plant - 1300 E. Sherman - 1930 (zoomed with text). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>It was a viable concern through 1941, but apparently World War II affected the company's restructuring and, by 1942, the assembly plant was gone. The facility was purchased by the Master Mfg. Tool Co. that was moved here from Dodge City.In 1953, Massey-Harris merged with the Ferguson Co. to become the Massey-Harris Ferguson Co. Then, in 1958, it took the Massey-Ferguson Co. name.The facility became the R.L. Polk Co. (publishers of the city directories) addressed as 1 S. Lorraine. Then later the Board Foot Co. was there. The third photo shows the 1 S. Lorraine facility today, housing the Bin Shop'n warehouse, with the property being owned by the Gray Group L.L.C. of McPherson.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741794652151.png" alt="Massey-Harris Harvester Co. Plant - Bin Shop'n - 1 S. Lorraine - Feb. 5, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Massey-Harris Harvester Co. Plant - Bin Shop'n - 1 S. Lorraine - Feb. 5, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a photo print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a>

📷 Throwback Thursday: Massey-Harris Plant - Vol. 113

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southeast corner of East 17th and North Plum.

In 1913, the Charles Summers family moved from Southwest Kansas to Hutchinson to take advantage of the major railroad intersections and start constructing "all concrete" terminal grain elevators.

In 1918, the Security Elevator Company was born and they started executing their plan at Avenue C and Lorraine.

After much success, they found themselves with an abundance of bulk gasoline and built two filling stations about 1932. The first photo shows one of those stations at 1628 N. Plum looking southeast. It was there from 1933 to 1942. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/c67b538b-2c8d-4940-bbe7-798486dda02f">Note the old Bresee College building in the background.</a>

The second photo shows the same station looking northeast around Christmastime.

It became the Universal Service Station from 1947 to 1952.

It then became Ernie's Service Station from 1953 to 1958.

It then became Potter's Service Station from 1959 to 1978.

For those who remember Potter's being across the street, that happened in 1979.

The QuikTrip then built a new building in 1982 and the address was changed to 501 E. 17th.

Then it became Kwik Shop in 1984. The third photo shows Kwik Shop in 1987.

After Kwik Shop moved across the street to the northwest corner, the property became Papa Johns Pizza in 2006. The fourth photo shows the 501 E. 17th property today, still Papa Johns Pizza. The building is owned by Pryor Real Estate Development  L.L.C. of Hutchinson.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741193071190.png" alt="Security Filling Station - Papa Johns Pizza - 1628 N. Plum &amp; 501 E. 17th - (1933-1941). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Security Filling Station - Papa Johns Pizza - 1628 N. Plum &amp; 501 E. 17th - (1933-1941). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1714573898261.png" alt=" " />
 <figcaption> </figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southeast corner of East 17th and North Plum.In 1913, the Charles Summers family moved from Southwest Kansas to Hutchinson to take advantage of the major railroad intersections and start constructing "all concrete" terminal grain elevators.In 1918, the Security Elevator Company was born and they started executing their plan at Avenue C and Lorraine.After much success, they found themselves with an abundance of bulk gasoline and built two filling stations about 1932. The first photo shows one of those stations at 1628 N. Plum looking southeast. It was there from 1933 to 1942. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/c67b538b-2c8d-4940-bbe7-798486dda02f">Note the old Bresee College building in the background.</a><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741193071190.png" alt="Security Filling Station - Papa Johns Pizza - 1628 N. Plum &amp; 501 E. 17th - (1933-1941). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Security Filling Station - Papa Johns Pizza - 1628 N. Plum &amp; 501 E. 17th - (1933-1941). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The second photo shows the same station looking northeast around Christmastime.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741193136629.png" alt="Security Producing Refining Co. Filling Station - 1628 N. Plum (Looking Northeast) - (1933-1941) - photo December 1940. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Security Producing Refining Co. Filling Station - 1628 N. Plum (Looking Northeast) - (1933-1941) - photo December 1940. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>It became the Universal Service Station from 1947 to 1952.It then became Ernie's Service Station from 1953 to 1958.It then became Potter's Service Station from 1959 to 1978.For those who remember Potter's being across the street, that happened in 1979.The QuikTrip then built a new building in 1982 and the address was changed to 501 E. 17th.Then it became Kwik Shop in 1984. The third photo shows Kwik Shop in 1987.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741193209253.png" alt="Security Filling Station - Kwik Shop - 501 E. 17th - October 1987. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Security Filling Station - Kwik Shop - 501 E. 17th - October 1987. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>After Kwik Shop moved across the street to the northwest corner, the property became Papa Johns Pizza in 2006. The fourth photo shows the 501 E. 17th property today, still Papa Johns Pizza. The building is owned by Pryor Real Estate Development L.L.C. of Hutchinson.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/3/1741193247965.png" alt="Security Filling Station - Papa Johns Pizza - 1628 N. Plum &amp; 501 E. 17th - Feb. 1, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Security Filling Station - Papa Johns Pizza - 1628 N. Plum &amp; 501 E. 17th - Feb. 1, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a photo print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a>

📷 Throwback Thursday: Papa Johns - Vol. 112

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 800 block of North Main on the east side.

In 1950, the Safeway grocery store company decided to build another store in Hutchinson. A roundtop with brick walls was constructed at 820 N. Main, just north of First Baptist Church.

The grand opening was in March of 1951. The first photo shows the busy store in 1957.

The second photo shows that store in the background during a parade showing off some of Wade Patton's antique automobiles.

This Safeway was active between 1951 to 1962.

In 1964, Banker's Investment Co. remodeled the space and had multiple office spaces within the building.

In 1978, the Security Pacific Finance Co. took over ownership, but was only there until 1985.

In 1987, the building was expanded and the Quest Center was born. This became an incubator for small businesses and the address was changed to 1 E. 9th. The third photo shows this enterprise about 1990.

In September 2013, HutchCC dedicated the Bob &amp; Lou Peel Allied Health Center into this location. The fourth photo shows the 1 E. 9th property today, still owned by HutchCC, that includes StartUp Hutch, which still includes the original 820 N. Main building.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1740587630744.png" alt="Safeway Grocery - 820 N. Main - c. 1957. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Safeway Grocery - 820 N. Main - c. 1957. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1714573898261.png" alt=" " />
 <figcaption> </figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 800 block of North Main on the east side.In 1950, the Safeway grocery store company decided to build another store in Hutchinson. A roundtop with brick walls was constructed at 820 N. Main, just north of First Baptist Church.The grand opening was in March of 1951. The first photo shows the busy store in 1957.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1740587630744.png" alt="Safeway Grocery - 820 N. Main - c. 1957. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Safeway Grocery - 820 N. Main - c. 1957. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The second photo shows that store in the background during a parade showing off some of Wade Patton's antique automobiles.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1740587685376.png" alt="Safeway Grocery - Peel Allied Health - 810 N. Main - c. 1950. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Safeway Grocery - Peel Allied Health - 810 N. Main - c. 1950. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>This Safeway was active between 1951 to 1962.In 1964, Banker's Investment Co. remodeled the space and had multiple office spaces within the building.In 1978, the Security Pacific Finance Co. took over ownership, but was only there until 1985.In 1987, the building was expanded and the Quest Center was born. This became an incubator for small businesses and the address was changed to 1 E. 9th. The third photo shows this enterprise about 1990.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1740587736480.png" alt="Safeway - Quest Center - 820 N. Main - c. 1990. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Safeway - Quest Center - 820 N. Main - c. 1990. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In September 2013, HutchCC dedicated the Bob &amp; Lou Peel Allied Health Center into this location. The fourth photo shows the 1 E. 9th property today, still owned by HutchCC, that includes StartUp Hutch, which still includes the original 820 N. Main building.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1740587783768.png" alt="Safeway - HutchCC Allied Health Center- StartUp Hutch - 820 N. Main - Jan. 16, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Safeway - HutchCC Allied Health Center- StartUp Hutch - 820 N. Main - Jan. 16, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a photo print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a>

📷 Throwback Thursday: Safeway Grocery - Vol. 111

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 100 block of North Main on the east side. Today's article focuses on the 122 N. Main address.

Before the current building was reconfigured, it was the P. Martin Dry Goods store at 118-122 N. Main.

Then in 1906, J.W. Jenkins started a music store with his sons and the building became a single store at 122 N. Main. The first photo shows that music store in 1922 during an auto parade.

Jenkins was at that location for 20 years.

In 1928, Jones-O'Neal Shoe Co. started in this location and was there until 1986 for a 58-year run. The second photo shows Jones-O'Neal during the 1946 Prairie Pow-Wow.

The third photo shows the Jones-O'Neal storefront in 1960.

The fourth photo shows Jones-O'Neal in 1975 with a different storefront.

In 1988, Payton Optical moved there after a long occupancy at the Wolcott Building, which was just being razed. They were at the 122 N. Main location for 29 years of their 70-year family run.

In 2017, Greg Payton retired and sold the business to the Specs Eyewear Co. of Wichita. The fifth photo shows the 122 N. Main location today, still Specs, with the property under the JGP Properties ownership.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1740032072605.png" alt="Payton Optical - Jenkins Music - 1922. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Payton Optical - Jenkins Music - 1922. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1714573898261.png" alt=" " />
 <figcaption> </figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 100 block of North Main on the east side. Today's article focuses on the 122 N. Main address.Before the current building was reconfigured, it was the P. Martin Dry Goods store at 118-122 N. Main.Then in 1906, J.W. Jenkins started a music store with his sons and the building became a single store at 122 N. Main. The first photo shows that music store in 1922 during an auto parade.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1740032072605.png" alt="Payton Optical - Jenkins Music - 1922. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Payton Optical - Jenkins Music - 1922. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Jenkins was at that location for 20 years.In 1928, Jones-O'Neal Shoe Co. started in this location and was there until 1986 for a 58-year run. The second photo shows Jones-O'Neal during the 1946 Prairie Pow-Wow.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1740032120300.png" alt="Payton Optical - 1946 Prairie Pow-Wow Parade - Jones-O'Neal. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Payton Optical - 1946 Prairie Pow-Wow Parade - Jones-O'Neal. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The third photo shows the Jones-O'Neal storefront in 1960.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1740032157300.png" alt="Payton Optical - Jones-O'Neal Shoes - 122 N. Main - 1960. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Payton Optical - Jones-O'Neal Shoes - 122 N. Main - 1960. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fourth photo shows Jones-O'Neal in 1975 with a different storefront.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1740032188469.png" alt="Payton Optical - Jones-O'Neal Shoes - 1975. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Payton Optical - Jones-O'Neal Shoes - 1975. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1988, Payton Optical moved there after a long occupancy at the Wolcott Building, which was just being razed. They were at the 122 N. Main location for 29 years of their 70-year family run.In 2017, Greg Payton retired and sold the business to the Specs Eyewear Co. of Wichita. The fifth photo shows the 122 N. Main location today, still Specs, with the property under the JGP Properties ownership.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1740032232772.png" alt="Payton Optical - Specs Eyewear Co. - 122 N. Main - Jan. 8, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Payton Optical - Specs Eyewear Co. - 122 N. Main - Jan. 8, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a photo print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a>

📷 Throwback Thursday: Payton Optical - Vol. 110

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northeast corner of Avenue D and South Main.

About the time salt was discovered in Hutchinson, 1887, the number of railroads expanded greatly. They all wanted a piece of the shipping revenues of salt. There were a number of small lines everywhere but, by 1891, most of the small lines in Kansas, Nebraska and Colorado were brought into the Rock Island system.

In 1900, Hutchinson gave the right to Rock Island to put in a spur track at Avenue D and Main. The first photo shows the new Rock Island Passenger Depot at that time.

As passenger business increased, improvements were made to the depot. The second photo shows the depot in 1910 (by Bailey).

The third photo shows the depot with a steam locomotive about 1930.

The fourth photo shows the newly-constructed depot about 1960.

That's about the time Rock Island started running into money problems. Union Pacific tried to merge with Rock Island but was denied by the Interstate Commerce Commission.

After a number of reorganizational attempts and bankruptcies, it shut down in 1980. Union Pacific ended up owning much of the Rock Island system. The fifth photo shows the Union Pacific Depot today, still on the same land, just in a different position.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739379062799.png" alt="Rock Island Depot - Ave D &amp; Main - c. 1900 (by Glines). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Rock Island Depot - Ave D &amp; Main - c. 1900 (by Glines). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1714573898261.png" alt=" " />
 <figcaption> </figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northeast corner of Avenue D and South Main.About the time salt was discovered in Hutchinson, 1887, the number of railroads expanded greatly. They all wanted a piece of the shipping revenues of salt. There were a number of small lines everywhere but, by 1891, most of the small lines in Kansas, Nebraska and Colorado were brought into the Rock Island system.In 1900, Hutchinson gave the right to Rock Island to put in a spur track at Avenue D and Main. The first photo shows the new Rock Island Passenger Depot at that time.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739379062799.png" alt="Rock Island Depot - Ave D &amp; Main - c. 1900 (by Glines). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Rock Island Depot - Ave D &amp; Main - c. 1900 (by Glines). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>As passenger business increased, improvements were made to the depot. The second photo shows the depot in 1910 (by Bailey).<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739379126606.png" alt="Rock Island Depot - Ave D &amp; Main - c. 1910 (by Bailey). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Rock Island Depot - Ave D &amp; Main - c. 1910 (by Bailey). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The third photo shows the depot with a steam locomotive about 1930.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739379154726.png" alt="Rock Island Depot - 328 S. Main - c. 1930. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Rock Island Depot - 328 S. Main - c. 1930. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fourth photo shows the newly-constructed depot about 1960.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739379186878.png" alt="Rock Island Depot - 100 E. Ave. D - c. 1960. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Rock Island Depot - 100 E. Ave. D - c. 1960. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>That's about the time Rock Island started running into money problems. Union Pacific tried to merge with Rock Island but was denied by the Interstate Commerce Commission.After a number of reorganizational attempts and bankruptcies, it shut down in 1980. Union Pacific ended up owning much of the Rock Island system. The fifth photo shows the Union Pacific Depot today, still on the same land, just in a different position.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1739379221982.png" alt="Rock Island Depot - Union Pacific Depot - Ave D &amp; Walnut - Jan. 3, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Rock Island Depot - Union Pacific Depot - Ave D &amp; Walnut - Jan. 3, 2025. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a photo print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a>

📷 Throwback Thursday: Rock Island Depot - Vol. 109

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northeast corner of East Avenue A and South Walnut.

The Salt City Business College was established in 1879 and, before 1900, it was located in a variety of downtown locations.

In 1903, G.L. Moody was elected president of the school. In 1904, it moved to the southwest corner of Avenue A and Main Street (where the old Isham's Furniture was located later). The first photo shows that location in 1905.

By 1916, the school had 700 students and built a new facility at Avenue A and Walnut. Not only did the school teach business classes, but it had athletic teams. The second photo shows the 1908 football team.

The third photo shows the 1926 girls basketball team.

In 1920, the J.D. Conard family secured ownership of the school and continued its growth. The fourth photo shows the 1940 school attendees in front of that building.

The upstairs held all the business classes, like the typing class in the late 1940s — shown in the fifth photo.

The sixth photo shows the exterior of the school in the 1950s with neon signage.

The school continued successfully until it declined in the mid-1970s and finally closed in 1979 on its 100th anniversary.

Leon Schartz Enterprises had flea markets there from 1986 to 1991.

In 1993, Kirt Poovey of Wichita purchased the building and had Ecowater Systems on the first floor.

In November of 2024, Jon Lovett purchased the building. The seventh photo shows the building at 100 E. Avenue A today (a night snow view), with Jon starting a renovation of the building to bring it back to life!

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1738774138280.png" alt="Salt City Business College - 101-105 S. Main - 1909. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Salt City Business College - 101-105 S. Main - 1909. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1714573898261.png" alt=" " />
 <figcaption> </figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northeast corner of East Avenue A and South Walnut.The Salt City Business College was established in 1879 and, before 1900, it was located in a variety of downtown locations.In 1903, G.L. Moody was elected president of the school. In 1904, it moved to the southwest corner of Avenue A and Main Street (where the old Isham's Furniture was located later). The first photo shows that location in 1905.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1738774138280.png" alt="Salt City Business College - 101-105 S. Main - 1909. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Salt City Business College - 101-105 S. Main - 1909. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>By 1916, the school had 700 students and built a new facility at Avenue A and Walnut. Not only did the school teach business classes, but it had athletic teams. The second photo shows the 1908 football team.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1738774191744.png" alt="Salt City Business College Football Squad - 1908 (by Hirst). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Salt City Business College Football Squad - 1908 (by Hirst). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The third photo shows the 1926 girls basketball team.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1738774223088.png" alt="Salt City Business College - Girls Basketball Team - 1926. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Salt City Business College - Girls Basketball Team - 1926. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1920, the J.D. Conard family secured ownership of the school and continued its growth. The fourth photo shows the 1940 school attendees in front of that building.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1738774260984.png" alt="Salt City Business College - Avenue A &amp; Walnut - c. 1940 (with Students). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Salt City Business College - Avenue A &amp; Walnut - c. 1940 (with Students). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The upstairs held all the business classes, like the typing class in the late 1940s — shown in the fifth photo.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1738774312376.png" alt="Salt City Business College - Typing Class - c. late 1940s. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Salt City Business College - Typing Class - c. late 1940s. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The sixth photo shows the exterior of the school in the 1950s with neon signage.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1738774356672.png" alt="Salt City Business College - Avenue A &amp; Walnut - Exterior - c. 1950 (with Neon Signage). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Salt City Business College - Avenue A &amp; Walnut - Exterior - c. 1950 (with Neon Signage). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The school continued successfully until it declined in the mid-1970s and finally closed in 1979 on its 100th anniversary.It was vacant between 1980 to 1985.Leon Schartz Enterprises had flea markets there from 1986 to 1991.In 1993, Kirt Poovey of Wichita purchased the building and had Ecowater Systems on the first floor.In November of 2024, Jon Lovett purchased the building. The seventh photo shows the building at 100 E. Avenue A today (a night snow view), with Jon starting a renovation of the building to bring it back to life!<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/2/1738774436152.png" alt="Salt City Business College - Night Snow View - 100 E. Ave. A - Jan. 9, 2025 (by Jon Lovett). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Salt City Business College - Night Snow View - 100 E. Ave. A - Jan. 9, 2025 (by Jon Lovett). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a photo print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a>

📷 Throwback Thursday: Salt City Business College - Vol. 108

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 200 block of South Washington on the east side.

Hugh Gass decided to start a welding and machine workshop at 212 S. Washington. The first photo shows that business in 1917.

He started teaching welding and, by 1922, moved to 114 S. Washington to start producing boilers. The second photo shows what the 212 S. Washington location looks like today with the Salt Salon business in there now.

The Superior welding business continued to flourish and by World War II, a partnership was formed with Hugh Gass, his son, Harvey, and Clyde Anderson. The business was transformed into a training facility for 2,000 welders for the war effort. The name was changed to Superior Boilers. With 10 employees, they moved to 3406 E. 4th.

The business has continued to grow. The third photo is a 1985 aerial of the East 4th facility as it continued to spread out its footprint.

Superior Boiler has recently merged with several regional and national companies to continue its growth. It now occupies buildings on both sides of 4th street. The fourth photo shows the business offices today, now Superior Property Holdings L.L.C. at 3524 E. 4th.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/1/1738164223268.png" alt="Superior Welding Shop - Machine Work (H. C. Gass) - 212 S. Washington - 1917 (Later Superior Boiler). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Superior Welding Shop - Machine Work (H. C. Gass) - 212 S. Washington - 1917 (Later Superior Boiler). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1714573898261.png" alt=" " />
 <figcaption> </figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 200 block of South Washington on the east side.Hugh Gass decided to start a welding and machine workshop at 212 S. Washington. The first photo shows that business in 1917.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/1/1738164223268.png" alt="Superior Welding Shop - Machine Work (H. C. Gass) - 212 S. Washington - 1917 (Later Superior Boiler). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Superior Welding Shop - Machine Work (H. C. Gass) - 212 S. Washington - 1917 (Later Superior Boiler). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>He started teaching welding and, by 1922, moved to 114 S. Washington to start producing boilers. The second photo shows what the 212 S. Washington location looks like today with the Salt Salon business in there now.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/1/1738164292060.png" alt="Superior Welding - Salt Salon - 212 S. Washington - Dec. 19, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Superior Welding - Salt Salon - 212 S. Washington - Dec. 19, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The Superior welding business continued to flourish and by World War II, a partnership was formed with Hugh Gass, his son, Harvey, and Clyde Anderson. The business was transformed into a training facility for 2,000 welders for the war effort. The name was changed to Superior Boilers. With 10 employees, they moved to 3406 E. 4th.The business has continued to grow. The third photo is a 1985 aerial of the East 4th facility as it continued to spread out its footprint.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/1/1738164390627.png" alt="Superior Welding - Superior Boiler Aerial - 3524 E. 4th - c. 1985. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Superior Welding - Superior Boiler Aerial - 3524 E. 4th - c. 1985. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Superior Boiler has recently merged with several regional and national companies to continue its growth. It now occupies buildings on both sides of 4th street. The fourth photo shows the business offices today, now Superior Property Holdings L.L.C. at 3524 E. 4th.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/1/1738164482155.png" alt="Superior Welding - Superior Boiler Home - 3524 E. 4th - Dec. 18, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Superior Welding - Superior Boiler Home - 3524 E. 4th - Dec. 18, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a photo print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a>