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 southeast corner of 2nd and Main.

Houston Whiteside, a young lawyer, was one of Hutchinson's first residents and came here May 15, 1872.

By the end of 1872, he was the county attorney as well as the owner and editor of the Hutchinson News. After a fire destroyed the Stone Front Livery at 124 N. Main St., Whiteside constructed a new building in 1904. The first photo shows McBurney's store at its opening in 1905.

The building has housed many dry-goods companies as well as many health care professionals over the years. The second photo shows the building during the 1929 flood.

The third photo shows Newt Edwards Dry-Goods with Foltz Pharmacy and Health Care.

The fourth photo shows the Three Sisters store that occupied the building between 1949-1972.

The fifth photo shows the Reffner's Sporting Goods store that was there between 1975-1986.

The sixth photo shows the 124 N. Main building today, now occupied by the Sew In 2 Quilts store, with the building being owned by KJLS Management L.L.C. of Buhler.

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/2025/1/1736351041732.png" alt="Whiteside Building - McBurney's Store &amp; Baldwin Hotel - c. 1905. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Whiteside Building - McBurney's Store &amp; Baldwin Hotel - c. 1905. 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 2nd and Main.Houston Whiteside, a young lawyer, was one of Hutchinson's first residents and came here May 15, 1872.By the end of 1872, he was the county attorney as well as the owner and editor of the Hutchinson News. After a fire destroyed the Stone Front Livery at 124 N. Main St., Whiteside constructed a new building in 1904. The first photo shows McBurney's store at its opening in 1905.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/1/1736351041732.png" alt="Whiteside Building - McBurney's Store &amp; Baldwin Hotel - c. 1905. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Whiteside Building - McBurney's Store &amp; Baldwin Hotel - c. 1905. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The building has housed many dry-goods companies as well as many health care professionals over the years. The second photo shows the building during the 1929 flood.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/1/1736351114964.png" alt="Whiteside Building - 1929 Flood - Showing Foltz Drugs, Jones O'Neal Shoes &amp; Thacker Clothing. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Whiteside Building - 1929 Flood - Showing Foltz Drugs, Jones O'Neal Shoes &amp; Thacker Clothing. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The third photo shows Newt Edwards Dry-Goods with Foltz Pharmacy and Health Care.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/1/1736351264852.png" alt="Whiteside Building - with Newt Edwards Dry Goods Co. - 126 N. Main - 1930 (showing Foltz Drugs #1, Harrison &amp; Ziegler Real Estate, Jones O'Neal). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Whiteside Building - with Newt Edwards Dry Goods Co. - 126 N. Main - 1930 (showing Foltz Drugs #1, Harrison &amp; Ziegler Real Estate, Jones O'Neal). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fourth photo shows the Three Sisters store that occupied the building between 1949-1972.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/1/1736351322020.png" alt="Whiteside Building - Three Sisters &amp; Jones O'Neal - May 14, 1971. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Whiteside Building - Three Sisters &amp; Jones O'Neal - May 14, 1971. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fifth photo shows the Reffner's Sporting Goods store that was there between 1975-1986.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/1/1736351458564.png" alt="Whiteside Building - Reffner's Sporting Goods - 124 N. Main - August 1986. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Whiteside Building - Reffner's Sporting Goods - 124 N. Main - August 1986. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The sixth photo shows the 124 N. Main building today, now occupied by the Sew In 2 Quilts store, with the building being owned by KJLS Management L.L.C. of Buhler.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/1/1736351489068.png" alt="Whiteside Building - 124-126 N. Main - Dec. 8, 2024 (Sew In 2 Quilts). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Whiteside Building - 124-126 N. Main - Dec. 8, 2024 (Sew In 2 Quilts). 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: Whiteside Building - Vol. 104

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the corner of 7th and Poplar in South Hutchinson.

In 1960, Ken Addison, manager of the Al Char Bowl, along with William Atkinson and several other Hutchinson businessmen, decided to build a new, modern bowling alley in South Hutchinson.

Bill Atkinson's construction company built the building and Ken Addison was its new manager. Herman Koop, who ran the Rambler Cafe, leased the snack bar. The first photo shows the new bowling alley upon completion at 120 E. 7th Ave. in South Hutchinson.

The grand opening was on Sept. 15 and 16, 1961. Professional bowler Carmen Salvino put on an exhibition. The second photo shows the pad pouring, while the third photo shows the interior floor laying.

The fourth photo shows the construction sign around the project's completion.

Riverside Lanes ran for almost 40 years and many remember its last efforts promoting "cosmic bowling" on Friday and Saturday nights. Riverside Lanes closed in 1999 after time had taken its toll.

The fifth photo shows the building today at 120 E. 7th in South Hutch, now South Hutch Storage, owned by Panther Properties L.L.C. of South Hutchinson.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1735659525078.png" alt="Riverside Lanes Bowling Alley - 120 E. 7th - South Hutch - completed 1960 (by Atkinson). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Riverside Lanes Bowling Alley - 120 E. 7th - South Hutch - completed 1960 (by Atkinson). 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 corner of 7th and Poplar in South Hutchinson.In 1960, Ken Addison, manager of the Al Char Bowl, along with William Atkinson and several other Hutchinson businessmen, decided to build a new, modern bowling alley in South Hutchinson.Bill Atkinson's construction company built the building and Ken Addison was its new manager. Herman Koop, who ran the Rambler Cafe, leased the snack bar. The first photo shows the new bowling alley upon completion at 120 E. 7th Ave. in South Hutchinson.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1735659525078.png" alt="Riverside Lanes Bowling Alley - 120 E. 7th - South Hutch - completed 1960 (by Atkinson). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Riverside Lanes Bowling Alley - 120 E. 7th - South Hutch - completed 1960 (by Atkinson). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The grand opening was on Sept. 15 and 16, 1961. Professional bowler Carmen Salvino put on an exhibition. The second photo shows the pad pouring, while the third photo shows the interior floor laying.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1735659619413.png" alt="Riverside Lanes Bowling Alley - Pad Pouring - 1959. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Riverside Lanes Bowling Alley - Pad Pouring - 1959. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1735659688525.png" alt="Riverside Lanes Bowling Alley - Floor Laying - 1959. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Riverside Lanes Bowling Alley - Floor Laying - 1959. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fourth photo shows the construction sign around the project's completion.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1735659731165.png" alt="Riverside Lanes Bowling Alley- Open Soon - c. 1960. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Riverside Lanes Bowling Alley- Open Soon - c. 1960. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Riverside Lanes ran for almost 40 years and many remember its last efforts promoting "cosmic bowling" on Friday and Saturday nights. Riverside Lanes closed in 1999 after time had taken its toll.The fifth photo shows the building today at 120 E. 7th in South Hutch, now South Hutch Storage, owned by Panther Properties L.L.C. of South Hutchinson.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1735659782846.png" alt="Riverside Lanes Bowling Alley - South Hutch Storage - 120 E. 7th - South Hutch - Dec. 26, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Riverside Lanes Bowling Alley - South Hutch Storage - 120 E. 7th - South Hutch - Dec. 26, 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>

📷 Throwback Thursday: Riverside Lanes - Vol. 103

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northeast corner of 3rd Avenue and North Main.

The three buildings at 302-304 N. Main were built in 1900 as Hutchinson businesses first expanded north of the Santa Fe tracks. The first photo was taken in 1928 and shows the new Santa Fe Hotel and Cafe, owned by James Brown, at 300 N. Main.

This was the second Santa Fe Hotel in town. The first one was across the street and burned down in 1921.

The 302 N. Main address was the W.P. Beal Jewelers. The 304 address was the Iris Theatre, a dime-movie house featuring second-run films and westerns. The slanted floor faced the front entrance with projection from the middle of the theatre. William Fulton was the manager and it existed from February 1912 to May 1943. The second photo shows the 302 N. Main address even earlier in 1910 when it was the New State Cafe.

The third photo of the corner is from 1947 and shows the 302 slot as the Classic Barber Shop, the 300 slot as the M&amp;M Cafe, with #2906 Locomotive, one of the last of the steam locomotives of the Santa Fe Railway line.

The fourth photo is from 2017, and shows the 304 slot as Sarah's Catholic Book Store and the 300 slot as The Natural Alternative.

The fifth photo shows the corner today, with 304 being Thoracic Park Chiropractic, 302 being Main Street Yoga and 300 being Leu+Co, a plumbing, heating and a/c company plus property management services. The 300 and 302 slots are owned by Leuco Properties L.L.C. Logan and Em Leuenberger.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1735067742033.png" alt="Santa Fe Hotel and Cafe, Beal Jewelers, Iris Theatre - 300-302-304 N. Main - 1928. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Santa Fe Hotel and Cafe, Beal Jewelers, Iris Theatre - 300-302-304 N. Main - 1928. 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 3rd Avenue and North Main.The three buildings at 302-304 N. Main were built in 1900 as Hutchinson businesses first expanded north of the Santa Fe tracks. The first photo was taken in 1928 and shows the new Santa Fe Hotel and Cafe, owned by James Brown, at 300 N. Main.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1735067742033.png" alt="Santa Fe Hotel and Cafe, Beal Jewelers, Iris Theatre - 300-302-304 N. Main - 1928. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Santa Fe Hotel and Cafe, Beal Jewelers, Iris Theatre - 300-302-304 N. Main - 1928. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>This was the second Santa Fe Hotel in town. The first one was across the street and burned down in 1921.The 302 N. Main address was the W.P. Beal Jewelers. The 304 address was the Iris Theatre, a dime-movie house featuring second-run films and westerns. The slanted floor faced the front entrance with projection from the middle of the theatre. William Fulton was the manager and it existed from February 1912 to May 1943. The second photo shows the 302 N. Main address even earlier in 1910 when it was the New State Cafe.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1735067805345.png" alt="Santa Fe Hotel - New State (Hotel) Cafe - 302 N. Main - c. 1910. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Santa Fe Hotel - New State (Hotel) Cafe - 302 N. Main - c. 1910. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The third photo of the corner is from 1947 and shows the 302 slot as the Classic Barber Shop, the 300 slot as the M&amp;M Cafe, with #2906 Locomotive, one of the last of the steam locomotives of the Santa Fe Railway line.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1735067849689.png" alt="Santa Fe Hotel and Locomotive #2906 - Showing Classic Barber Shop - 302 N. Main and M&amp;M Cafe - 300 N. Main - c. 1947. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Santa Fe Hotel and Locomotive #2906 - Showing Classic Barber Shop - 302 N. Main and M&amp;M Cafe - 300 N. Main - c. 1947. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fourth photo is from 2017, and shows the 304 slot as Sarah's Catholic Book Store and the 300 slot as The Natural Alternative.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1735067876225.png" alt="Santa Fe Hotel and Cafe - The Natural Alternative - 300-302-304 N. Main - Feb. 5, 2017.&nbsp;Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Santa Fe Hotel and Cafe - The Natural Alternative - 300-302-304 N. Main - Feb. 5, 2017.&nbsp;Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fifth photo shows the corner today, with 304 being Thoracic Park Chiropractic, 302 being Main Street Yoga and 300 being Leu+Co, a plumbing, heating and a/c company plus property management services. The 300 and 302 slots are owned by Leuco Properties L.L.C. Logan and Em Leuenberger.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1735067989321.png" alt="Santa Fe Hotel - Leu+Co - 300 N. Main - Nov. 15, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Santa Fe Hotel - Leu+Co - 300 N. Main - Nov. 15, 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>

📷 Throwback Thursday: Santa Fe Hotel - Vol. 102

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 500 block of East Avenue A on the north side.

In 1900, George Updegraff had a drug store at 1 S. Main and his son, Robert, was a dentist upstairs.

Robert built a grand Victorian-style home that year at 528 E. Ave. A. The first photo shows that home at completion in 1901.

After George's passing, Robert decided to move and sell the home. Meanwhile, George Gano decided to move his milling and wheat storage business from Pawnee Rock to Hutchinson for the rail connections and purchased the 528 E. Ave. A home in 1904 for $7,000.

Gano was very successful in grain marketing and building grain elevators in Western Kansas.

By 1947, at the age of 70, he decided to sell Gano Grain Corporation to the Bunge Corp., a Belgium conglomerate, for $5 million.

In 1949, Gano died and his grandson, Nelson Hobart, inherited the home and lived there for about 10 years.

In 1975, Ralph (Doc) and Teddy Gingerich purchased the home and have lived there ever since. The second photo shows the house today, still in grand shape at 528 E. Ave. A.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1733936228352.png" alt="Dr. R. H. Updegraff (Dentist) Residence - 528 E. Ave. A - 1901. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Dr. R. H. Updegraff (Dentist) Residence - 528 E. Ave. A - 1901. 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 Avenue A on the north side.In 1900, George Updegraff had a drug store at 1 S. Main and his son, Robert, was a dentist upstairs.Robert built a grand Victorian-style home that year at 528 E. Ave. A. The first photo shows that home at completion in 1901.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1733936228352.png" alt="Dr. R. H. Updegraff (Dentist) Residence - 528 E. Ave. A - 1901. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Dr. R. H. Updegraff (Dentist) Residence - 528 E. Ave. A - 1901. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>After George's passing, Robert decided to move and sell the home. Meanwhile, George Gano decided to move his milling and wheat storage business from Pawnee Rock to Hutchinson for the rail connections and purchased the 528 E. Ave. A home in 1904 for $7,000.Gano was very successful in grain marketing and building grain elevators in Western Kansas.By 1947, at the age of 70, he decided to sell Gano Grain Corporation to the Bunge Corp., a Belgium conglomerate, for $5 million.In 1949, Gano died and his grandson, Nelson Hobart, inherited the home and lived there for about 10 years.In 1975, Ralph (Doc) and Teddy Gingerich purchased the home and have lived there ever since. The second photo shows the house today, still in grand shape at 528 E. Ave. A.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1733936334072.png" alt="Dr. R. H. Updegraff Home - Doc Gingerich Home - 528 E. Ave. A - Nov. 10, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Dr. R. H. Updegraff Home - Doc Gingerich Home - 528 E. Ave. A - Nov. 10, 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>

📷 Throwback Thursday: Dr. Updegraff Residence - Vol. 101

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southeast corner of Bigger Avenue and South Maple.

One of the earliest public grade schools erected in Hutchinson was the Southside School, sometimes called the Maple Street School, in 1887. The first photo shows that school at its opening.

It served for 36 years. It had six rooms and later added six more. A Mrs. Moore was the first principal. The second photo shows Mrs. Cockey's third-grade class in 1902.

In 1923, a fine new school was constructed on the same property, just east of the first school. The third photo shows this school, named Lincoln Elementary.

It had 16 rooms and an auditorium. Grace Eastman was principal. This school served for 49 years. The fourth photo shows one of the well-used student classrooms with desks.

In 1972, the current Lincoln Elementary school was constructed on the same property. The fifth photo shows that school building today, now 52 years old.

In May 2023, the school board voted to close Lincoln and merge it with McCandless for the 2024 school year because of the lack of teacher applications. Currently, Lincoln Elementary is preschool only.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1733931705359.png" alt="Maple Street School - 1903 - 301 E. Bigger (Southside 1887-1922, now Lincoln School). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Maple Street School - 1903 - 301 E. Bigger (Southside 1887-1922, now Lincoln School). 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 Bigger Avenue and South Maple.One of the earliest public grade schools erected in Hutchinson was the Southside School, sometimes called the Maple Street School, in 1887. The first photo shows that school at its opening.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1733931705359.png" alt="Maple Street School - 1903 - 301 E. Bigger (Southside 1887-1922, now Lincoln School). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Maple Street School - 1903 - 301 E. Bigger (Southside 1887-1922, now Lincoln School). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>It served for 36 years. It had six rooms and later added six more. A Mrs. Moore was the first principal. The second photo shows Mrs. Cockey's third-grade class in 1902.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1733931784326.png" alt="Maple Street School - Now Lincoln - 301 E. Bigger - Miss Cockey's Third-Grade Class - 1902. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Maple Street School - Now Lincoln - 301 E. Bigger - Miss Cockey's Third-Grade Class - 1902. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1923, a fine new school was constructed on the same property, just east of the first school. The third photo shows this school, named Lincoln Elementary.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1733931832286.png" alt="Maple Street School - Lincoln Grade School Ext. Front - 1923-1972 - 315 E. Bigger (second of three, first was Maple St. School 1887-1922). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Maple Street School - Lincoln Grade School Ext. Front - 1923-1972 - 315 E. Bigger (second of three, first was Maple St. School 1887-1922). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>It had 16 rooms and an auditorium. Grace Eastman was principal. This school served for 49 years. The fourth photo shows one of the well-used student classrooms with desks.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1733931906102.png" alt="Maple Street School - Lincoln Grade School Int. Classroom with Desks - 1923-1972 - 315 E. Bigger (second of three, first was Maple St. School 1887-1922). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Maple Street School - Lincoln Grade School Int. Classroom with Desks - 1923-1972 - 315 E. Bigger (second of three, first was Maple St. School 1887-1922). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1972, the current Lincoln Elementary school was constructed on the same property. The fifth photo shows that school building today, now 52 years old.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1733931972055.png" alt="Maple Street School - Lincoln Elementary School - 315 E. Bigger - Nov. 3, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Maple Street School - Lincoln Elementary School - 315 E. Bigger - Nov. 3, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In May 2023, the school board voted to close Lincoln and merge it with McCandless for the 2024 school year because of the lack of teacher applications. Currently, Lincoln Elementary is preschool only.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: Lincoln Elementary - Vol. 100

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

In the early 1900s, Hutchinson had several movie theatres, such as the Royal, Deluxe/Strand, Liberty and Iris.

One of the earliest was the Midland Theatre. Built and opened about 1920 at 8-10 N. Main St., the Midland was managed by Edd J. Haas. The first photo shows the theatre in all its glory about 1930.

The second photo shows the theatre even earlier, about 1923, during an Armistice Parade.

It started showing vaudeville acts as well as cinema (silent movies). In 1926, talking pictures came about and vaudeville fell out of popularity. The Midland Theatre eventually closed in 1957. The third photo shows the last of the theatre and the entire quarter-block, including Montgomery Ward, the Toy Center and Spangler's, before demolition.

In 1964, this entire area was razed to make way for a new Woolworth's building.

In 1984, Anthony's Department Store took over the space.

By 2012, the Hayes family owned the building. The fourth photo shows the Hayes Home Furnishings business in that location.

Later it became the Main Street Events Center.

The fifth photo shows the 8-10 N. Main property today as the Furniture &amp; Mattress Clearance Center, owned by Kevin and Susan Rule.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1733327162865.png" alt="Midland Theatre - 8-10 N. Main - c. 1930. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Midland Theatre - 8-10 N. Main - c. 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 unit block of North Main on the east side.In the early 1900s, Hutchinson had several movie theatres, such as the Royal, Deluxe/Strand, Liberty and Iris.One of the earliest was the Midland Theatre. Built and opened about 1920 at 8-10 N. Main St., the Midland was managed by Edd J. Haas. The first photo shows the theatre in all its glory about 1930.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1733327162865.png" alt="Midland Theatre - 8-10 N. Main - c. 1930. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Midland Theatre - 8-10 N. Main - c. 1930. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The second photo shows the theatre even earlier, about 1923, during an Armistice Parade.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1733327230585.png" alt="Midland Theatre - Armistice Parade - May 1923 (Showing Nelson Hardware, Coe-Thomson - 8-6-4-2 N. Main). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Midland Theatre - Armistice Parade - May 1923 (Showing Nelson Hardware, Coe-Thomson - 8-6-4-2 N. Main). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>It started showing vaudeville acts as well as cinema (silent movies). In 1926, talking pictures came about and vaudeville fell out of popularity. The Midland Theatre eventually closed in 1957. The third photo shows the last of the theatre and the entire quarter-block, including Montgomery Ward, the Toy Center and Spangler's, before demolition.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1733327257569.png" alt="Midland Theatre - 8-10 N. Main - Also Montgomery Ward - 14-16 N. Main &amp; Toy Center - 6 N. Main &amp; Spangler's Photo Supply - 4 N. Main - 1963. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Midland Theatre - 8-10 N. Main - Also Montgomery Ward - 14-16 N. Main &amp; Toy Center - 6 N. Main &amp; Spangler's Photo Supply - 4 N. Main - 1963. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1964, this entire area was razed to make way for a new Woolworth's building.In 1984, Anthony's Department Store took over the space.By 2012, the Hayes family owned the building. The fourth photo shows the Hayes Home Furnishings business in that location.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1733327294721.png" alt="Midland Theatre - Hayes Home Furnishings - 8-10 N. Main - Oct. 30, 2012. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Midland Theatre - Hayes Home Furnishings - 8-10 N. Main - Oct. 30, 2012. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Later it became the Main Street Events Center.The fifth photo shows the 8-10 N. Main property today as the Furniture &amp; Mattress Clearance Center, owned by Kevin and Susan Rule.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1733327337113.png" alt="Midland Theatre - Furniture &amp; Mattress Clearance Center - 8-10 N. Main - Nov. 1, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Midland Theatre - Furniture &amp; Mattress Clearance Center - 8-10 N. Main - Nov. 1, 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>

📷 Throwback Thursday: Midland - Vol. 99

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

On Aug. 17, 1882, the first telephone line was strung between the water mill at Avenue C and Main to the Stone Front Livery at 2nd and Main, about where Payton Optical is today.

In 1885, the first long-distance line was strung from Hutchinson to Arlington to Medicine Lodge. There were many phone exchanges granted, like the Electric Light &amp; Telephone Co. in 1885, the Pennington Telephone Exchange in 1900 and the Bellamy &amp; Burns Telephone Co. in 1901.

The Mo-Kan Telephone Co. began operations in The News' building at 13-15 E. Sherman on Aug. 31, 1889.

In 1897, Hutchinson was connected to Kansas City to connect with the Bell System. The first photo shows their new building at 101 E. 2nd in 1912.

The second photo shows the local operating board ladies in that building.

The third photo shows the toll switchboard operator ladies, also in that building, all in 1912.

The fourth photo shows the Bell building and the Ark Valley Interurban Railway terminal in 1926.

The fifth photo shows the Bell building during the 1929 flood.

The sixth photo shows the vastly-expanded Southwestern Bell Telephone building today at 101 E. 2nd, now under the AT&amp;T umbrella of St. Louis.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1732743182104.png" alt="Mo-Kan - Bell Telephone Co. New Building - 101 E. 2nd &amp; Walnut - 1912. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Mo-Kan - Bell Telephone Co. New Building - 101 E. 2nd &amp; Walnut - 1912. 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 2nd and North Walnut.On Aug. 17, 1882, the first telephone line was strung between the water mill at Avenue C and Main to the Stone Front Livery at 2nd and Main, about where Payton Optical is today.In 1885, the first long-distance line was strung from Hutchinson to Arlington to Medicine Lodge. There were many phone exchanges granted, like the Electric Light &amp; Telephone Co. in 1885, the Pennington Telephone Exchange in 1900 and the Bellamy &amp; Burns Telephone Co. in 1901.The Mo-Kan Telephone Co. began operations in The News' building at 13-15 E. Sherman on Aug. 31, 1889.In 1897, Hutchinson was connected to Kansas City to connect with the Bell System. The first photo shows their new building at 101 E. 2nd in 1912.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1732743182104.png" alt="Mo-Kan - Bell Telephone Co. New Building - 101 E. 2nd &amp; Walnut - 1912. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Mo-Kan - Bell Telephone Co. New Building - 101 E. 2nd &amp; Walnut - 1912. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The second photo shows the local operating board ladies in that building.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1732743243024.png" alt="Mo-Kan Tel. Co. - Local Operating Board - 101 E. 2nd - Jan. 15, 1912. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Mo-Kan Tel. Co. - Local Operating Board - 101 E. 2nd - Jan. 15, 1912. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The third photo shows the toll switchboard operator ladies, also in that building, all in 1912.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1732743273712.png" alt="Mo-Kan Tel. Co. - Toll Switchboard - 101 E. 2nd &amp; Walnut - Jan. 15, 1912. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Mo-Kan Tel. Co. - Toll Switchboard - 101 E. 2nd &amp; Walnut - Jan. 15, 1912. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fourth photo shows the Bell building and the Ark Valley Interurban Railway terminal in 1926.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1732743299616.png" alt="Mo-Kan - Bell Tel. Co. 101 E. 2nd &amp; Ark Valley Interurban Railway Depot - c. 1926. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Mo-Kan - Bell Tel. Co. 101 E. 2nd &amp; Ark Valley Interurban Railway Depot - c. 1926. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fifth photo shows the Bell building during the 1929 flood.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1732743330384.png" alt="Mo-Kan 1929 flood SW Bell Telephone - 101 E 2nd - S. E. Cor. 2nd &amp; Walnut. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Mo-Kan 1929 flood SW Bell Telephone - 101 E 2nd - S. E. Cor. 2nd &amp; Walnut. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The sixth photo shows the vastly-expanded Southwestern Bell Telephone building today at 101 E. 2nd, now under the AT&amp;T umbrella of St. Louis.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1732743367512.png" alt="Mo-Kan - Bell Tel. Building - 101 E. 2nd - Oct. 19, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Mo-Kan - Bell Tel. Building - 101 E. 2nd - Oct. 19, 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>

📷 Throwback Thursday: First Telephone Line - Vol. 98

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 1800 block of North Plum on the east side.

In 1952, a group of insightful Hutchinson business men and women applied for (and were given by the federal government) a license to start the first TV station in Kansas.

Led by John P. Harris, who owned the Hutchinson News, and Bess Rickard, who owned KWBW radio, they constructed the KTVH-TV studio at 1800 N. Plum. The first photo shows the original KTVH building (from Roger Cornish).

The station went on the air July 1, 1953. One of the first staff announcers was Dick Cornish, father of Channel 12 announcer Roger, who passed away in 2021 at the age of 66. The second photo shows the interior news desk and camera.

In those days, staff was small and one person did a lot. Like Russell "Ernie" Dade, who played many roles. The third photo shows a contact sheet with many of the roles and commercials he did.

His most famous role was "Sammy Scarecrow," a children's show that ran four years starting in 1954. The fourth photo shows "Sammy" in character.

The fifth photo shows the Sammy Scarecrow club membership card.

In 1983, the station was sold to Ross Beach and Bob Schmidt, who changed the call letters to KWCH-TV and the main broadcasting was done from Wichita. The sixth photo shows the 1800 N. Plum facility today, now owned by Hutchinson Community College and used for HutchCC media productions.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1732116257270.png" alt="KTVH-TV - Building Exterior - 1800 N. Plum - Hutchinson - 1970 (from Roger Cornish). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>KTVH-TV - Building Exterior - 1800 N. Plum - Hutchinson - 1970 (from Roger Cornish). 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 1800 block of North Plum on the east side.In 1952, a group of insightful Hutchinson business men and women applied for (and were given by the federal government) a license to start the first TV station in Kansas.Led by John P. Harris, who owned the Hutchinson News, and Bess Rickard, who owned KWBW radio, they constructed the KTVH-TV studio at 1800 N. Plum. The first photo shows the original KTVH building (from Roger Cornish).<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1732116257270.png" alt="KTVH-TV - Building Exterior - 1800 N. Plum - Hutchinson - 1970 (from Roger Cornish). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>KTVH-TV - Building Exterior - 1800 N. Plum - Hutchinson - 1970 (from Roger Cornish). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The station went on the air July 1, 1953. One of the first staff announcers was Dick Cornish, father of Channel 12 announcer Roger, who passed away in 2021 at the age of 66. The second photo shows the interior news desk and camera.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1732116344173.png" alt="KTVH-TV - Studio Interior - 1800 N. Plum - Hutchinson - 1981 (from Roger Cornish). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>KTVH-TV - Studio Interior - 1800 N. Plum - Hutchinson - 1981 (from Roger Cornish). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In those days, staff was small and one person did a lot. Like Russell "Ernie" Dade, who played many roles. The third photo shows a contact sheet with many of the roles and commercials he did.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1732116389933.png" alt="KTVH-TV - Russell ''Ernie'' Dade ''Sammy Scarecrow'' - Contact Sheet - 1954-1958. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>KTVH-TV - Russell ''Ernie'' Dade ''Sammy Scarecrow'' - Contact Sheet - 1954-1958. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>His most famous role was "Sammy Scarecrow," a children's show that ran four years starting in 1954. The fourth photo shows "Sammy" in character.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1732116427861.png" alt="KTVH-TV - Russel Ernest Dade as 'Sammy Scarecrow' - 1954 (children's program). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>KTVH-TV - Russel Ernest Dade as 'Sammy Scarecrow' - 1954 (children's program). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fifth photo shows the Sammy Scarecrow club membership card.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1732116470805.png" alt="KTVH-TV - Sammy Scarecrow Club Membership Card - 1954-1958. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>KTVH-TV - Sammy Scarecrow Club Membership Card - 1954-1958. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1983, the station was sold to Ross Beach and Bob Schmidt, who changed the call letters to KWCH-TV and the main broadcasting was done from Wichita. The sixth photo shows the 1800 N. Plum facility today, now owned by Hutchinson Community College and used for HutchCC media productions.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1732116529797.png" alt="KTVH-TV - Building - HutchCC Media Productions - 1800 N. Plum - Oct. 14, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>KTVH-TV - Building - HutchCC Media Productions - 1800 N. Plum - Oct. 14, 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>

📷 Throwback Thursday: KTVH - Vol. 97

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" is entitled "When the circus came to town."

In the early 1900s, the circus was an entertainment mainstay all around the country. Hutchinson had many come through here and often. Barnum &amp; Bailey circus was the most popular, but there were many others like Ringling Brothers, Cole Brothers and others.

When the circus came to town, usually on the Missouri-Pacific Railway line, crews would unload all the equipment and animals, and have a big parade down Main Street to the fairgrounds. The first photo is from 1905 with a circus wagon in front of First National Bank.

The next three photos are also from 1905 with the parade marching up Main Street.

The fifth photo is from 1907 with the parade wagons between Sherman and 1st, heading north on Main Street.

The sixth photo is from 1918, showing the elephants on parade between 3rd and 4th avenues on Main Street in front of Bloom Drugs and Pel's Variety Store.

Sadly, in May of 2016, circuses were forced to remove the elephants from their attraction, which caused attendance to decline dramatically.

Jan. 15, 2017, Ringling Bros. and Barnum &amp; Bailey circus announced its closing for good. An end of an era that was great American history.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1731511723220.png" alt="When The Circus Came To Town - First National Bank - Sherman &amp; Main Circus Parade - c. 1905. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>When The Circus Came To Town - First National Bank - Sherman &amp; Main Circus Parade - c. 1905. 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" is entitled "When the circus came to town."In the early 1900s, the circus was an entertainment mainstay all around the country. Hutchinson had many come through here and often. Barnum &amp; Bailey circus was the most popular, but there were many others like Ringling Brothers, Cole Brothers and others.When the circus came to town, usually on the Missouri-Pacific Railway line, crews would unload all the equipment and animals, and have a big parade down Main Street to the fairgrounds. The first photo is from 1905 with a circus wagon in front of First National Bank.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1731511723220.png" alt="When The Circus Came To Town - First National Bank - Sherman &amp; Main Circus Parade - c. 1905. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>When The Circus Came To Town - First National Bank - Sherman &amp; Main Circus Parade - c. 1905. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The next three photos are also from 1905 with the parade marching up Main Street.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1731511811252.png" alt="When The Circus Came To Town - Barnum &amp; Bailey Circus Parade - Main Street - c. 1905. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>When The Circus Came To Town - Barnum &amp; Bailey Circus Parade - Main Street - c. 1905. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1731511829980.png" alt="When The Circus Came To Town - Barnum &amp; Bailey Circus Parade - S.W. Cor. 5th &amp; Main - c. 1905. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>When The Circus Came To Town - Barnum &amp; Bailey Circus Parade - S.W. Cor. 5th &amp; Main - c. 1905. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1731511849044.png" alt="When The Circus Came To Town - Circus Parade - Main Street - c. 1905. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>When The Circus Came To Town - Circus Parade - Main Street - c. 1905. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fifth photo is from 1907 with the parade wagons between Sherman and 1st, heading north on Main Street.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1731511880956.png" alt="When The Circus Came To Town - Barnum &amp; Bailey Circus Parade - Unit Blk. N. Main - c. 1907. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>When The Circus Came To Town - Barnum &amp; Bailey Circus Parade - Unit Blk. N. Main - c. 1907. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The sixth photo is from 1918, showing the elephants on parade between 3rd and 4th avenues on Main Street in front of Bloom Drugs and Pel's Variety Store.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1731511906940.png" alt="When The Circus Came To Town - Barnum &amp; Bailey Circus Elephants - Bloom Drugs &amp; Pel's Variety 303-307 N. Main - 1918. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>When The Circus Came To Town - Barnum &amp; Bailey Circus Elephants - Bloom Drugs &amp; Pel's Variety 303-307 N. Main - 1918. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Sadly, in May of 2016, circuses were forced to remove the elephants from their attraction, which caused attendance to decline dramatically.Jan. 15, 2017, Ringling Bros. and Barnum &amp; Bailey circus announced its closing for good. An end of an era that was great American history.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: The Circus - Vol. 96

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northwest corner of East Sherman and North Poplar.

Edward Wilcox owned a hardware store in Topeka in 1871. When he heard that C.C. Hutchinson was starting a new town along the proposed Santa Fe Railway expansion to the southwest, he decided to move.

In January of 1872, he came to the young city. Only five businessmen preceded him. He built a new hardware store as well as a large two-story home. The first photo shows that home at 134 E. Sherman after construction.

He was also the postmaster from 1874 through 1882 and a city councilman from 1880 through 1885. After Ed's death, his daughter Nettie lived there until 1909.

In 1913, it was turned into an apartment house and was known as the Bachelor's Roost.

In 1917, Johnson &amp; Sons undertakers bought the house and converted it to a funeral home. The second photo shows that conversion.

The third photo shows a funeral in process about 1930.

The fourth photo shows the facility with neon signage about 1935.

About 1990, Johnson &amp; Sons built a new facility at 300 E. 30th, sold the original property to the Foundation of Life Ministries and converted it to the McGee Chapel. The fifth photo shows that entity in January 2017.

On March 15, 2019, the chapel burned down. The sixth photo shows the aftermath of that fire.

The seventh photo shows the 134 E. Sherman property today, owned by Scott Marchall and now known as the Salty Cycles Park.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1730911232845.png" alt="Edward Wilcox House - Johnson Funeral- 134 E. Sherman - c. 1890 (built 1872). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Edward Wilcox House - Johnson Funeral- 134 E. Sherman - c. 1890 (built 1872). 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 northwest corner of East Sherman and North Poplar.Edward Wilcox owned a hardware store in Topeka in 1871. When he heard that C.C. Hutchinson was starting a new town along the proposed Santa Fe Railway expansion to the southwest, he decided to move.In January of 1872, he came to the young city. Only five businessmen preceded him. He built a new hardware store as well as a large two-story home. The first photo shows that home at 134 E. Sherman after construction.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1730911232845.png" alt="Edward Wilcox House - Johnson Funeral- 134 E. Sherman - c. 1890 (built 1872). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Edward Wilcox House - Johnson Funeral- 134 E. Sherman - c. 1890 (built 1872). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>He was also the postmaster from 1874 through 1882 and a city councilman from 1880 through 1885. After Ed's death, his daughter Nettie lived there until 1909.In 1913, it was turned into an apartment house and was known as the Bachelor's Roost.In 1917, Johnson &amp; Sons undertakers bought the house and converted it to a funeral home. The second photo shows that conversion.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1730911355733.png" alt="Edward Wilcox House - Johnson Funeral - 134 E. Sherman - Remodeled 1917 (Old Wilcox Home). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Edward Wilcox House - Johnson Funeral - 134 E. Sherman - Remodeled 1917 (Old Wilcox Home). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The third photo shows a funeral in process about 1930.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1730911432818.png" alt="Edward Wilcox House - Johnson &amp; Sons Funeral Home - 134 E. Sherman - c. 1930. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Edward Wilcox House - Johnson &amp; Sons Funeral Home - 134 E. Sherman - c. 1930. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fourth photo shows the facility with neon signage about 1935.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1730911465516.png" alt="Edward Wilcox House - Johnson &amp; Son Funeral Home - c. 1935 - 134 E. Sherman. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Edward Wilcox House - Johnson &amp; Son Funeral Home - c. 1935 - 134 E. Sherman. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>About 1990, Johnson &amp; Sons built a new facility at 300 E. 30th, sold the original property to the Foundation of Life Ministries and converted it to the McGee Chapel. The fifth photo shows that entity in January 2017.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1730911504308.png" alt="Edward Wilcox House - Johnson Funeral - McGee Chapel - 134 E. Sherman - Dec. 28, 2016. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Edward Wilcox House - Johnson Funeral - McGee Chapel - 134 E. Sherman - Dec. 28, 2016. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>On March 15, 2019, the chapel burned down. The sixth photo shows the aftermath of that fire.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1730911536196.png" alt="Edward Wilcox House - Johnson &amp; Sons Funeral Home - McGee Chapel After Fire - 134 E. Sherman - March 15, 2019. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Edward Wilcox House - Johnson &amp; Sons Funeral Home - McGee Chapel After Fire - 134 E. Sherman - March 15, 2019. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The seventh photo shows the 134 E. Sherman property today, owned by Scott Marchall and now known as the Salty Cycles Park.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/11/1730911582888.png" alt="Edward Wilcox House - Salty Cycles Park - 134 E. Sherman - Sept. 25, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Edward Wilcox House - Salty Cycles Park - 134 E. Sherman - Sept. 25, 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>

📷 Throwback Thursday: Wilcox House - Vol. 95

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 2600 block of East 4th Avenue on the south side.

In 1953, Albert Sullivan, an airways operator for the Civil Aeronautics Administration, decided to build a motel at 2605 E. 4th. He named it the Sunset Motel. The first photo shows the Sunset Motel at opening on busy U.S. Highway 50 South (4th Avenue at that time).

In 1955, adjacent to the Sunset Motel, Edwyn and Ethyle Beasley built and opened Eddie's Sunset Restaurant. The second photo shows that enterprise at opening.

In 1962, The Gibson Products Company, selling general merchandise, built and opened a location at 2601 E. 4th, with Felton Elliott as manager. That later became Gibson Discount Center in 1967 at 1125 E. 4th. The third photo shows the buildings and signage of all these businesses about 1968, right before U.S. 50 was rerouted to the south side of the city, which changed the dynamic of businesses when it was running straight through town.

The fourth photo shows the Sunset Motel today, still located at 2605 E. 4th and owned by Bento Boutique Hotel L.L.C. out of North Miami, Florida.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1730298438400.png" alt="Sunset Motel - 2605 E. 4th - c. 1955. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Sunset Motel - 2605 E. 4th - c. 1955. 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 2600 block of East 4th Avenue on the south side.In 1953, Albert Sullivan, an airways operator for the Civil Aeronautics Administration, decided to build a motel at 2605 E. 4th. He named it the Sunset Motel. The first photo shows the Sunset Motel at opening on busy U.S. Highway 50 South (4th Avenue at that time).<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1730298438400.png" alt="Sunset Motel - 2605 E. 4th - c. 1955. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Sunset Motel - 2605 E. 4th - c. 1955. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1955, adjacent to the Sunset Motel, Edwyn and Ethyle Beasley built and opened Eddie's Sunset Restaurant. The second photo shows that enterprise at opening.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1730298488552.jpeg" alt="Sunset Motel - Eddie's Sunset Restaurant - 2609 E. 4th - c. 1960 (Edwin Beasley) &amp; Sunset Motel - 2605 E. 4th (Martha Spalding). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Sunset Motel - Eddie's Sunset Restaurant - 2609 E. 4th - c. 1960 (Edwin Beasley) &amp; Sunset Motel - 2605 E. 4th (Martha Spalding). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1962, The Gibson Products Company, selling general merchandise, built and opened a location at 2601 E. 4th, with Felton Elliott as manager. That later became Gibson Discount Center in 1967 at 1125 E. 4th. The third photo shows the buildings and signage of all these businesses about 1968, right before U.S. 50 was rerouted to the south side of the city, which changed the dynamic of businesses when it was running straight through town.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1730298530760.png" alt="Sunset Motel &amp; Eddie's Sunset Restaurant Signage - Next to Old Gibson's Store Building - c. 1967. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Sunset Motel &amp; Eddie's Sunset Restaurant Signage - Next to Old Gibson's Store Building - c. 1967. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fourth photo shows the Sunset Motel today, still located at 2605 E. 4th and owned by Bento Boutique Hotel L.L.C. out of North Miami, Florida.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1730298575568.png" alt="Sunset Motel - 2605 E. 4th - Sept. 22, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Sunset Motel - 2605 E. 4th - Sept. 22, 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>

📷 Throwback Thursday: Sunset Motel - Vol. 94

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southwest corner of East 4th and Woodard.

In 1937, Joe and Beatrice Grimes opened a new restaurant at 513 E. 4th, with a different architectural flair — a Dutch windmill. It became a very popular drinking establishment, especially during the dates the Naval Air Station was open.

Between 1937 and 1976, there were 12 different owners. The first photo shows the Dutch Mill Tavern in the late 1940s in an advertisement featuring dancing, cold beer and air conditioning on highways 50 South and 96.

Between 1977 and 1980, it became Yesterday's private club and Lena's private club.

Later, the windmill was moved to 2100 E. 4th. The second photo shows the windmill now as Cilla's Windmill Salon.

In 1997, the old Dutch Mill property was remodeled. The third photo shows the current property occupant, Hutchinson Pawn and Jewelry, now addressed as 509 E. 4th, and owned by Johnson and Ellis Investments of Maple Hill, Kansas.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1729697522096.png" alt="Dutch Mill Tavern - 513 E. 4th - c. 1950 (From RCM). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Dutch Mill Tavern - 513 E. 4th - c. 1950 (From RCM). 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 4th and Woodard.In 1937, Joe and Beatrice Grimes opened a new restaurant at 513 E. 4th, with a different architectural flair — a Dutch windmill. It became a very popular drinking establishment, especially during the dates the Naval Air Station was open.Between 1937 and 1976, there were 12 different owners. The first photo shows the Dutch Mill Tavern in the late 1940s in an advertisement featuring dancing, cold beer and air conditioning on highways 50 South and 96.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1729697522096.png" alt="Dutch Mill Tavern - 513 E. 4th - c. 1950 (From RCM). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Dutch Mill Tavern - 513 E. 4th - c. 1950 (From RCM). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Between 1977 and 1980, it became Yesterday's private club and Lena's private club.Later, the windmill was moved to 2100 E. 4th. The second photo shows the windmill now as Cilla's Windmill Salon.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1729697589496.png" alt="Dutch Mill Tavern - Cilla's Windmill Salon - 2100 E. 4th - Sept. 19, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Dutch Mill Tavern - Cilla's Windmill Salon - 2100 E. 4th - Sept. 19, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1997, the old Dutch Mill property was remodeled. The third photo shows the current property occupant, Hutchinson Pawn and Jewelry, now addressed as 509 E. 4th, and owned by Johnson and Ellis Investments of Maple Hill, Kansas.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1729697641544.png" alt="Dutch Mill Tavern - Hutch Pawn - 509 E. 4th - Sept. 21, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Dutch Mill Tavern - Hutch Pawn - 509 E. 4th - Sept. 21, 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>

📷 Throwback Thursday: Dutch Mill Tavern - Vol. 93

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the corner of 16th Avenue and Plum on the east side.

In 1905, Mattie Hoke began the Apostolic Holiness Bible School at 215 E. 4th. It grew to become the two-year Bresee Nazarene Theological College and by 1926, they built a new building at 600 E. 16th. The first photo shows that building at completion.

It was well-attended in the 1930s and merged with the Bethany College of Oklahoma City, but by 1940, attendance had fallen off and the school here closed.

In 1962, the city school system bought the property and built a dormitory on the east edge of the property.

In 1967, U.S.D. 308 built a new administration center here. The second photo shows the property and the building today, now addressed as 1520 N. Plum Street, still the administration center and still owned by U.S.D. 308.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1729088591380.png" alt="Bresee College of the Nazarene Church - 1520 N. Plum (1926-1940). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Bresee College of the Nazarene Church - 1520 N. Plum (1926-1940). 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 corner of 16th Avenue and Plum on the east side.In 1905, Mattie Hoke began the Apostolic Holiness Bible School at 215 E. 4th. It grew to become the two-year Bresee Nazarene Theological College and by 1926, they built a new building at 600 E. 16th. The first photo shows that building at completion.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1729088591380.png" alt="Bresee College of the Nazarene Church - 1520 N. Plum (1926-1940). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Bresee College of the Nazarene Church - 1520 N. Plum (1926-1940). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>It was well-attended in the 1930s and merged with the Bethany College of Oklahoma City, but by 1940, attendance had fallen off and the school here closed.In 1962, the city school system bought the property and built a dormitory on the east edge of the property.In 1967, U.S.D. 308 built a new administration center here. The second photo shows the property and the building today, now addressed as 1520 N. Plum Street, still the administration center and still owned by U.S.D. 308.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1729088651075.png" alt="Bresee College - USD 308 Admin. Center - 1520 N. Plum - Sept. 11, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Bresee College - USD 308 Admin. Center - 1520 N. Plum - Sept. 11, 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>

📷 Throwback Thursday: Bresee College - Vol. 92

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southwest corner of 1st Avenue and Poplar.

John B. Brown and L.A. Bigger came to Hutchinson in 1872, and set up shop as Santa Fe Railway agents and real estate agents.

Hutch was only six months old. John Brown also built a very large and exquisite home for his family at 127 E. 1st. This quite possibly could be the oldest home still standing in town. Both gentlemen were city councilmen in the early years, with Brown being mayor for 1874 and 1875. The first photo shows the John Brown home in the winter, about 1900.

The second photo shows the Brown and Bigger land office at 2 S. Main in 1882.

In 1909, Robert and Jenny Steele purchased the house and started taking in boarders.

In 1926, architect W.E. Hulse added on a large brick addition, addressed as 17 N. Poplar, that housed 20 apartments. The third photo shows the apartment addition that became known as the Pactola Apartments for many years.

The fourth photo shows the home at 127 E. 1st today, now owned by Rafael Trenado Lopez.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728483752288.png" alt="John B. Brown Home (Brown &amp; Bigger Railroad Agents) - 127 E. 1st - c. 1900 (By Hirst) (Later Pactola Apartments). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>John B. Brown Home (Brown &amp; Bigger Railroad Agents) - 127 E. 1st - c. 1900 (By Hirst) (Later Pactola Apartments). 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 1st Avenue and Poplar.John B. Brown and L.A. Bigger came to Hutchinson in 1872, and set up shop as Santa Fe Railway agents and real estate agents.Hutch was only six months old. John Brown also built a very large and exquisite home for his family at 127 E. 1st. This quite possibly could be the oldest home still standing in town. Both gentlemen were city councilmen in the early years, with Brown being mayor for 1874 and 1875. The first photo shows the John Brown home in the winter, about 1900.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728483752288.png" alt="John B. Brown Home (Brown &amp; Bigger Railroad Agents) - 127 E. 1st - c. 1900 (By Hirst) (Later Pactola Apartments). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>John B. Brown Home (Brown &amp; Bigger Railroad Agents) - 127 E. 1st - c. 1900 (By Hirst) (Later Pactola Apartments). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The second photo shows the Brown and Bigger land office at 2 S. Main in 1882.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728483867975.png" alt="John B. Brown Home - Brown &amp; Bigger's Land Office - S.E. Corner Sherman &amp; Main - 2 S. Main - 1882. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>John B. Brown Home - Brown &amp; Bigger's Land Office - S.E. Corner Sherman &amp; Main - 2 S. Main - 1882. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1909, Robert and Jenny Steele purchased the house and started taking in boarders.In 1926, architect W.E. Hulse added on a large brick addition, addressed as 17 N. Poplar, that housed 20 apartments. The third photo shows the apartment addition that became known as the Pactola Apartments for many years.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728483936671.png" alt="John B. Brown Home - Pactola Apartments - 127 E. 1st - (Addition added in early 1930s by architect W.E. Hulse - addressed as 17 N. Poplar). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>John B. Brown Home - Pactola Apartments - 127 E. 1st - (Addition added in early 1930s by architect W.E. Hulse - addressed as 17 N. Poplar). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fourth photo shows the home at 127 E. 1st today, now owned by Rafael Trenado Lopez.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1728483998711.png" alt="John B. Brown Home - Rafael Lopez Home - 127 E. 1st - Sept. 6, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>John B. Brown Home - Rafael Lopez Home - 127 E. 1st - Sept. 6, 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>

📷 Throwback Thursday: John B. Brown Home - Vol. 91

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

In the mid-1970s, Floyd Dick and Robert Owens formed the Patlyn Oil Co. and started acquiring gas stations.

In 1978, they purchased the old Herman Oil Co. gas station at 434 E. 17th.

In 1984, Robert Owens solely owned the company and had bigger ideas. The first photo shows the Robert Owens Gas Station in 1987 right before demolition.

Owens idea was to get into the convenience store/gas station/car wash business. The second photo shows his "full stop" dream under construction.

Owens then leased the completed property to the Wen's One convenience store group, owned by the Wenger Oil Co. out of Newton. The third photo shows the property during the Wen's One occupation.

In 1998, Owens converted the lease over to the T &amp; E Oil Co., owned by the Shorty Brown Family. They converted the property into the "Pantry Plus" convenience store moniker. The fourth photo shows the property then, under that name.

In 2003, the Pantry Plus group sold out to the Kwik Shop group, who just happened to own a facility just diagonal in the intersection. That's when the 434 E. 17th property was rebranded to the Kwik Shop. The fifth photo shows the property today, still the Kwik Shop, with the property still owned by the Patricia and Carl Owen Trust of Oklahoma City.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1727880180597.png" alt="Robert T. Owens APCO - Owens Oil Gas Station - 434 E. 17th or 1701 N. Plum -1986 (before closing &amp; razing). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Robert T. Owens APCO - Owens Oil Gas Station - 434 E. 17th or 1701 N. Plum -1986 (before closing &amp; razing). 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 northwest corner of East 17th and North Plum.In the mid-1970s, Floyd Dick and Robert Owens formed the Patlyn Oil Co. and started acquiring gas stations.In 1978, they purchased the old Herman Oil Co. gas station at 434 E. 17th.In 1984, Robert Owens solely owned the company and had bigger ideas. The first photo shows the Robert Owens Gas Station in 1987 right before demolition.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1727880180597.png" alt="Robert T. Owens APCO - Owens Oil Gas Station - 434 E. 17th or 1701 N. Plum -1986 (before closing &amp; razing). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Robert T. Owens APCO - Owens Oil Gas Station - 434 E. 17th or 1701 N. Plum -1986 (before closing &amp; razing). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Owens idea was to get into the convenience store/gas station/car wash business. The second photo shows his "full stop" dream under construction.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1727880341885.png" alt="Robert T. Owens APCO - Wen's One Convenience Store - New Construction - October 1987 - 434 E. 17th. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Robert T. Owens APCO - Wen's One Convenience Store - New Construction - October 1987 - 434 E. 17th. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Owens then leased the completed property to the Wen's One convenience store group, owned by the Wenger Oil Co. out of Newton. The third photo shows the property during the Wen's One occupation.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1727880385270.png" alt="Robert T. Owens APCO - Wen's One Store (Wenger Oil Co. Newton) - 434 E. 17th - 1997. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Robert T. Owens APCO - Wen's One Store (Wenger Oil Co. Newton) - 434 E. 17th - 1997. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1998, Owens converted the lease over to the T &amp; E Oil Co., owned by the Shorty Brown Family. They converted the property into the "Pantry Plus" convenience store moniker. The fourth photo shows the property then, under that name.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1727880417101.png" alt="Robert T. Owens APCO - Pantry Plus #8 - 434 E. 17th - 1998. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Robert T. Owens APCO - Pantry Plus #8 - 434 E. 17th - 1998. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 2003, the Pantry Plus group sold out to the Kwik Shop group, who just happened to own a facility just diagonal in the intersection. That's when the 434 E. 17th property was rebranded to the Kwik Shop. The fifth photo shows the property today, still the Kwik Shop, with the property still owned by the Patricia and Carl Owen Trust of Oklahoma City.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/10/1727880572261.png" alt="Robert T. Owens APCO - Kwik Shop - 434 E. 17th - Sept. 2, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Robert T. Owens APCO - Kwik Shop - 434 E. 17th - Sept. 2, 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>

📷 Throwback Thursday: APCO - Vol. 90

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southeast corner of 11th Avenue and North Main.

In 1900, Dr. George Von Leonrod moved to Hutchinson and opened the German Hospital at 417-423 N. Main St. He served the large immigration of Germans moving to the area.

By 1909, he had moved the hospital to 305 ½ N. Main St., upstairs in the Santa Fe block. Apparently very successful, he built an exquisite home at 1020 N. Main St. in 1910. The first photo shows that home at completion.

The second photo shows the interior dining room.

The home even had a central vacuum cleaning system in it. The third photo shows the interior parlor and staircase.

Dr. Von Leonrod died in 1951 and so did the hospital. The home was sold to Menzo Hainline in 1955 and he moved it to 8 Tomahawk in 1956.

The property was sold to the Valley Federal Savings &amp; Loan folks, who built a new office building there in 1957.

Hainline lived in the home until selling it to Dr. Jack and Donna Wortman in 1970.

Even though extensively remodeled outside, the home is still preserved inside the way it was built. The fourth photo shows the 1020 N. Main property today, with Peoples Bank as the main tenant, Shelter Insurance Office and the Landmark Architects as co-tenants. The property and building are owned by Peoples Bank and Trust Co. of McPherson.

EDITOR'S NOTE: A previous version of this story incorrectly listed Salt City Federal Savings &amp; Loan instead of Valley Federal Savings &amp; Loan.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/9/1727274213341.png" alt="Dr. George Von Leonrod Home - 1020 N. Main (built 1910, moved in 1956 to 8 Tomahawk, by Jack Wortman). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Dr. George Von Leonrod Home - 1020 N. Main (built 1910, moved in 1956 to 8 Tomahawk, by Jack Wortman). 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 11th Avenue and North Main.In 1900, Dr. George Von Leonrod moved to Hutchinson and opened the German Hospital at 417-423 N. Main St. He served the large immigration of Germans moving to the area.By 1909, he had moved the hospital to 305 ½ N. Main St., upstairs in the Santa Fe block. Apparently very successful, he built an exquisite home at 1020 N. Main St. in 1910. The first photo shows that home at completion.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/9/1727274213341.png" alt="Dr. George Von Leonrod Home - 1020 N. Main (built 1910, moved in 1956 to 8 Tomahawk, by Jack Wortman). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Dr. George Von Leonrod Home - 1020 N. Main (built 1910, moved in 1956 to 8 Tomahawk, by Jack Wortman). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The second photo shows the interior dining room.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/9/1727274280620.png" alt="Dr. George Von Leonrod Home - Interior Dining Room - 1020 N. Main - 1910 (photo by Bailey). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Dr. George Von Leonrod Home - Interior Dining Room - 1020 N. Main - 1910 (photo by Bailey). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The home even had a central vacuum cleaning system in it. The third photo shows the interior parlor and staircase.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/9/1727274307804.png" alt="Dr. George Von Leonrod Home - Interior Parlor &amp; Staircase - 1020 N. Main - 1910 (photo by Bailey). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Dr. George Von Leonrod Home - Interior Parlor &amp; Staircase - 1020 N. Main - 1910 (photo by Bailey). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Dr. Von Leonrod died in 1951 and so did the hospital. The home was sold to Menzo Hainline in 1955 and he moved it to 8 Tomahawk in 1956.The property was sold to the Valley Federal Savings &amp; Loan folks, who built a new office building there in 1957.Hainline lived in the home until selling it to Dr. Jack and Donna Wortman in 1970.Even though extensively remodeled outside, the home is still preserved inside the way it was built. The fourth photo shows the 1020 N. Main property today, with Peoples Bank as the main tenant, Shelter Insurance Office and the Landmark Architects as co-tenants. The property and building are owned by Peoples Bank and Trust Co. of McPherson.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/9/1727274348732.png" alt="Dr. George Von Leonrod - Peoples Bank - 1020 N. Main - Aug. 18, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Dr. George Von Leonrod - Peoples Bank - 1020 N. Main - Aug. 18, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>EDITOR'S NOTE: A previous version of this story incorrectly listed Salt City Federal Savings &amp; Loan instead of Valley Federal Savings &amp; Loan.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: Dr. Von Leonrod Home - Vol. 89

In 1953, George and Lucille Hooper opened Hooper's TV Drive-In Restaurant (called that because it was right next to the new KTVH television station) at 1808 N. Plum. It didn't last very long though.

In 1959, the building was completely remodeled by William and Loretta Owens for the July 14, 1960, grand opening of the Red Rooster Restaurant. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/0078604c-5a55-463e-844b-034ca515b840">They also owned the A&amp;W Drive-In at 27 E. 30th.</a> The first photo shows the business, specializing in fried chicken, early on.

The second photo shows the restaurant during a winter snowstorm sometime in the 1960s.

William retired in 1974, and Carl and Janette Owens took over ownership. The Red Rooster made it until 1979.

Since then, there has been a variety of restaurants, hair salons and roofing businesses in that location. The third photo shows the current business, The Rusty Needle Sports Bar &amp; Lounge, at 1808 N. Plum St., owned by Hm Holdings Inc. in Kansas City, Kansas.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/9/1726669621458.png" alt="Red Rooster Restaurant - 1808 N. Plum c. 1960s - Snowstorm - Owner William Owens. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Red Rooster Restaurant - 1808 N. Plum c. 1960s - Snowstorm - Owner William Owens. 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 1800 block of North Plum on the east side.In 1953, George and Lucille Hooper opened Hooper's TV Drive-In Restaurant (called that because it was right next to the new KTVH television station) at 1808 N. Plum. It didn't last very long though.In 1959, the building was completely remodeled by William and Loretta Owens for the July 14, 1960, grand opening of the Red Rooster Restaurant. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/0078604c-5a55-463e-844b-034ca515b840">They also owned the A&amp;W Drive-In at 27 E. 30th.</a> The first photo shows the business, specializing in fried chicken, early on.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/9/1726669857674.png" alt="Red Rooster Restaurant - 1808 N. Plum c. 1965 - Owner William Owens. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Red Rooster Restaurant - 1808 N. Plum c. 1965 - Owner William Owens. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The second photo shows the restaurant during a winter snowstorm sometime in the 1960s.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/9/1726669621458.png" alt="Red Rooster Restaurant - 1808 N. Plum c. 1960s - Snowstorm - Owner William Owens. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Red Rooster Restaurant - 1808 N. Plum c. 1960s - Snowstorm - Owner William Owens. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>William retired in 1974, and Carl and Janette Owens took over ownership. The Red Rooster made it until 1979.Since then, there has been a variety of restaurants, hair salons and roofing businesses in that location. The third photo shows the current business, The Rusty Needle Sports Bar &amp; Lounge, at 1808 N. Plum St., owned by Hm Holdings Inc. in Kansas City, Kansas.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/9/1726669989401.png" alt="Red Rooster Restaurant - The Rusty Needle Sports Bar - 1808 N. Plum - Aug. 8, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Red Rooster Restaurant - The Rusty Needle Sports Bar - 1808 N. Plum - Aug. 8, 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>

📷 Throwback Thursday: Red Rooster - Vol. 88

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northeast corner of East 1st and North Walnut.

Five years after its inception, Hutchinson wanted a YMCA.

In 1876, the YMCA was organized by T.J. Templin, a Methodist minister.

By 1890, the YMCA was housed in the upstairs rooms above the American National Bank at 22 N. Main St.

In 1909, the Commercial Club raised funds to construct a new building at 100 N. Walnut.

Completed in 1911, construction cost $58,000 — equipment was $28,000. The building included a swimming pool, gym, bowling alley, reading rooms and sleeping rooms. The first photo shows that building in 1930.

The first floor was a bit below grade. The second photo shows the main desk in 1950 from the front door.

In 1955, the Santa Fe Railway Station was demolished and Walnut street was opened up for through traffic. The third photo shows the YMCA during that construction.

In 1959, this building was razed and Salt City Federal Savings &amp; Loan built a new structure here. The fourth photo shows construction beginning at that location.

From 1983 to 2001, the Kansas Farm Services were located there. The fifth photo shows the current building occupants, now addressed as 100 E. 1st,  the United Methodist Health Ministry.

Article Note: <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/222a98de-d1a0-4f9d-9838-9fdc8c9fefd9">In 2025, a new YMCA is to be built at 20th and Lorraine.</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/9/1726081468159.png" alt="YMCA Building - 100 N. Walnut - c. 1930. Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>YMCA Building - 100 N. Walnut - c. 1930. Photo 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 1st and North Walnut.Five years after its inception, Hutchinson wanted a YMCA.In 1876, the YMCA was organized by T.J. Templin, a Methodist minister.By 1890, the YMCA was housed in the upstairs rooms above the American National Bank at 22 N. Main St.In 1909, the Commercial Club raised funds to construct a new building at 100 N. Walnut.Completed in 1911, construction cost $58,000 — equipment was $28,000. The building included a swimming pool, gym, bowling alley, reading rooms and sleeping rooms. The first photo shows that building in 1930.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/9/1726081468159.png" alt="YMCA Building - 100 N. Walnut - c. 1930. Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>YMCA Building - 100 N. Walnut - c. 1930. Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The first floor was a bit below grade. The second photo shows the main desk in 1950 from the front door.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/9/1726081522366.png" alt="YMCA - 100 N. Walnut - Interior Front Desk - c. 1950. Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>YMCA - 100 N. Walnut - Interior Front Desk - c. 1950. Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1955, the Santa Fe Railway Station was demolished and Walnut street was opened up for through traffic. The third photo shows the YMCA during that construction.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/9/1726081559079.png" alt="YMCA - 100 N. Walnut - 1955 (During opening of Walnut Street at Santa Fe tracks). Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>YMCA - 100 N. Walnut - 1955 (During opening of Walnut Street at Santa Fe tracks). Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1959, this building was razed and Salt City Federal Savings &amp; Loan built a new structure here. The fourth photo shows construction beginning at that location.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/9/1726081607174.png" alt="YMCA - Salt City Federal Savings &amp; Loan - 100 N. Walnut - 1962 (under construction). Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>YMCA - Salt City Federal Savings &amp; Loan - 100 N. Walnut - 1962 (under construction). Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>They were there from 1962 to 1983.From 1983 to 2001, the Kansas Farm Services were located there. The fifth photo shows the current building occupants, now addressed as 100 E. 1st, the United Methodist Health Ministry.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/9/1726081646143.png" alt="YMCA - United Methodist Health Ministries - 100 E. 1st and North Walnut - Aug. 6, 2024. Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>YMCA - United Methodist Health Ministries - 100 E. 1st and North Walnut - Aug. 6, 2024. Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Article Note: <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/222a98de-d1a0-4f9d-9838-9fdc8c9fefd9">In 2025, a new YMCA is to be built at 20th and Lorraine.</a>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: YMCA - Vol. 87

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southwest corner of East 4th Avenue and North Pershing, where a long string of service stations began in 1922.

The first photo shows the new Derby Oil Co. service station #4 in 1922, managed by Benjamin Reger, Perry Reger's grandfather.

In 1951, Ralph Canfield bought the property from Richard Zeiset. The second photo shows what the property looked like then.

The third photo shows the station after Canfield added on to it with a garage and rebranded it to the Conoco Company.

In 1958, Canfield completely remodeled the station. The fourth photo shows the grand opening of Canfield's Conoco Service at 735 E. 4th in September 1958.

In 1977, Dillons needed to expand its presence from across the street. Dillons purchased the entire half-block of properties, razed everything and constructed the new Dillons Grocery Store #10 at 725 E. 4th and turned the old store on the north side of the street into the Kwik Shop Offices. The fifth photo shows the 725 E. 4th property today, still Dillons #10 and owned by Dillon Real Estate Co. Inc. c/o Kroger Co., Westborough, Massachusetts.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/9/1725461000552.png" alt="Derby Oil Co. Station #4 - 735 E. 4th - 1922 (Benjamin F. Reger - manager). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Derby Oil Co. Station #4 - 735 E. 4th - 1922 (Benjamin F. Reger - manager). 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 4th Avenue and North Pershing, where a long string of service stations began in 1922.The first photo shows the new Derby Oil Co. service station #4 in 1922, managed by Benjamin Reger, Perry Reger's grandfather.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/9/1725461000552.png" alt="Derby Oil Co. Station #4 - 735 E. 4th - 1922 (Benjamin F. Reger - manager). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Derby Oil Co. Station #4 - 735 E. 4th - 1922 (Benjamin F. Reger - manager). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1951, Ralph Canfield bought the property from Richard Zeiset. The second photo shows what the property looked like then.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/9/1725461122055.png" alt="Derby Oil Co. Station #4 - Canfield's Service (Ralph Canfield - Old Richard Zeiset - at purchase) - 735 E. 4th - July 27, 1951. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Derby Oil Co. Station #4 - Canfield's Service (Ralph Canfield - Old Richard Zeiset - at purchase) - 735 E. 4th - July 27, 1951. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The third photo shows the station after Canfield added on to it with a garage and rebranded it to the Conoco Company.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/9/1725461150170.png" alt="Derby Oil Co. Station #4 - Canfield's Service (Ralph Canfield with garage addition and Conoco rebrand) - 735 E. 4th - c. 1953. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Derby Oil Co. Station #4 - Canfield's Service (Ralph Canfield with garage addition and Conoco rebrand) - 735 E. 4th - c. 1953. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1958, Canfield completely remodeled the station. The fourth photo shows the grand opening of Canfield's Conoco Service at 735 E. 4th in September 1958.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/9/1725461180114.png" alt="Derby Oil Co. Station #4 - Canfield's Service (Ralph Canfield - Opening Day Remodel ) - 735 E 4th - September 1958. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Derby Oil Co. Station #4 - Canfield's Service (Ralph Canfield - Opening Day Remodel ) - 735 E 4th - September 1958. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1977, Dillons needed to expand its presence from across the street. Dillons purchased the entire half-block of properties, razed everything and constructed the new Dillons Grocery Store #10 at 725 E. 4th and turned the old store on the north side of the street into the Kwik Shop Offices. The fifth photo shows the 725 E. 4th property today, still Dillons #10 and owned by Dillon Real Estate Co. Inc. c/o Kroger Co., Westborough, Massachusetts.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/9/1725461215184.png" alt="Derby Oil Co. Station #4 - Canfield's Service - Dillons - 725 E. 4th - July 28, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Derby Oil Co. Station #4 - Canfield's Service - Dillons - 725 E. 4th - July 28, 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>

📷 Throwback Thursday: Derby Oil Co. - Vol. 86

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

In the late 1890s, a very young Hutchinson was starving for more cultural experiences. A group of city leaders banded together to build a very nice performing arts theatre.

The Shaw Theatre opened at 201 S. Main on Oct. 26, 1900, with Thompson and Shaw as manager. It was built as a stone "fireproof" theatre for $80,000. It seated 1,200 patrons. The first photo shows that venture at opening.

The second photo shows the interior, which reveals it even had box seating.

In October of 1902, The theatre's name was changed to the Home Theatre and management was taken over by William A. Loe. The third photo shows that name-change.

The 1903 flood severely damaged the curtain loft as the fourth photo shows, but it was repaired.

The flood of 1929 finished off the Home Theatre and plans started for replacing it with the Fox Theatre.

After the 1929 flood, contractor C.L. Burt started the replacement building, which stands there now. The fifth photo shows the "Burt Building" today at 201 S. Main, housing the Crystal Ballroom and owned by Fair City Folk Art L.L.C.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1724854732689.png" alt="Home Theatre - 201-205 S. Main - c. 1902. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Home Theatre - 201-205 S. Main - c. 1902. 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 Avenue B and South Main.In the late 1890s, a very young Hutchinson was starving for more cultural experiences. A group of city leaders banded together to build a very nice performing arts theatre.The Shaw Theatre opened at 201 S. Main on Oct. 26, 1900, with Thompson and Shaw as manager. It was built as a stone "fireproof" theatre for $80,000. It seated 1,200 patrons. The first photo shows that venture at opening.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1724854732689.png" alt="Home Theatre - 201-205 S. Main - c. 1902. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Home Theatre - 201-205 S. Main - c. 1902. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The second photo shows the interior, which reveals it even had box seating.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1724854796063.png" alt="Home Theatre interior with box seating - 1902 (built 1901-razed 1929) - S.W. Cor. B &amp; Main (by Hirst). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Home Theatre interior with box seating - 1902 (built 1901-razed 1929) - S.W. Cor. B &amp; Main (by Hirst). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In October of 1902, The theatre's name was changed to the Home Theatre and management was taken over by William A. Loe. The third photo shows that name-change.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1724854824479.png" alt="Home Theatre - C.L. Burt Bldg. - 201-205 S. Main - S.W.Cor. B &amp; Main - c. 1908. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Home Theatre - C.L. Burt Bldg. - 201-205 S. Main - S.W.Cor. B &amp; Main - c. 1908. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The 1903 flood severely damaged the curtain loft as the fourth photo shows, but it was repaired.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1724854877856.png" alt="Home Theatre collapsed curtain loft - back - 201 S. Main (1903 flood). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Home Theatre collapsed curtain loft - back - 201 S. Main (1903 flood). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The flood of 1929 finished off the Home Theatre and plans started for replacing it with the Fox Theatre.After the 1929 flood, contractor C.L. Burt started the replacement building, which stands there now. The fifth photo shows the "Burt Building" today at 201 S. Main, housing the Crystal Ballroom and owned by Fair City Folk Art L.L.C.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1724855116313.png" alt="Home Theatre - Burt Bldg. - 201 S. Main - July 21, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Home Theatre - Burt Bldg. - 201 S. Main - July 21, 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>

📷 Throwback Thursday: Shaw Theatre - Vol. 85

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southwest corner of East 1st Avenue and North Plum.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1724250141139.png" alt="Rees R. Price Residence - 1888 - 429 E. 1st - by Glines. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Rees R. Price Residence - 1888 - 429 E. 1st - 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 southwest corner of East 1st Avenue and North Plum.I usually do articles on commercial properties, but this residence has been so iconic for so long. The first photo is of 429 E. 1st.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1724250141139.png" alt="Rees R. Price Residence - 1888 - 429 E. 1st - by Glines. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Rees R. Price Residence - 1888 - 429 E. 1st - by Glines. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>It was built in 1888 by Rees R. Price, a railroad contractor and builder. He was also the president of the Western Salt Company, on the board of directors for two banks and helped build the Opera House. He died in early December of 1894 at the age of 36. His widow continued to live there until about 1915.After that, many affluent families have lived there, including Louie Child (Davis-Child Motors), Robert Nelson (Nelson Mfg.) and Vane Meador (Meador Jewelry).James and Carolyn Anderson purchased it in 1968 and made many improvements, including adding a bowling alley inside the old carriage house to the south in 1971. The second photo shows 429 E. 1st today — still a landmark, well taken care of inside and out, and owned by James and Carolyn A. Corrick.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1724250209195.png" alt="Rees R. Price - Carolyn Corrick Residence - 429 E. 1st - July 19, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Rees R. Price - Carolyn Corrick Residence - 429 E. 1st - July 19, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
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