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 300 block of North Main Street on the east side. 

The little building at 304 N. Main was built about 1910 and one of its first tenants was the Iris Theatre, a B-movie theatre showing non-first-run films. The first photo shows the Iris in 1929.

In the 1960s, this slot was the Burnett's News stand. In 1967, Ron and Jolene Cross bought the business and changed the name to Crossroads Books, Magazines and Newspapers. The second photo shows the business during a parade on Main in 1967. 

They were there quite a while. The third photo shows the business in 1980.

After 32 years, Crossroads finally closed in 1999. In 2000, it was City Blueprint and Reproduction Co. In 2002, Ron and Lovella Kelly opened Sarah's Catholic Bookstore in this location. The fourth photo shows this enterprise in 2015. 

The Kellys closed this store in 2017 and then sold the property to Jarrett and Monica Cullens in 2022. The fifth photo shows the business at 304 N. Main today as Thoracic Park Wellness Clinic - Jarrett Cullens D.C.

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<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/10/1697033904181.png" alt="Iris Theatre - 304 N. Main - 1929. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Iris Theatre - 304 N. Main - 1929. 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/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 300 block of North Main Street on the east side. The little building at 304 N. Main was built about 1910 and one of its first tenants was the Iris Theatre, a B-movie theatre showing non-first-run films. The first photo shows the Iris in 1929.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/10/1697033904181.png" alt="Iris Theatre - 304 N. Main - 1929. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Iris Theatre - 304 N. Main - 1929. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In the 1960s, this slot was the Burnett's News stand. In 1967, Ron and Jolene Cross bought the business and changed the name to Crossroads Books, Magazines and Newspapers. The second photo shows the business during a parade on Main in 1967. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/10/1697034075768.png" alt="Iris Theatre - Crossroads Bookstore - 304 N. Main; Peel's Beauty Supply - 308 N. Main; Reffner's Sporting Goods - 306 N. Main - c. 1967. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Iris Theatre - Crossroads Bookstore - 304 N. Main; Peel's Beauty Supply - 308 N. Main; Reffner's Sporting Goods - 306 N. Main - c. 1967. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>They were there quite a while. The third photo shows the business in 1980.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/10/1697034159952.png" alt="Iris Theatre - Crossroads Book Store - 304 N. Main - c. 1980. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Iris Theatre - Crossroads Book Store - 304 N. Main - c. 1980. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>After 32 years, Crossroads finally closed in 1999. In 2000, it was City Blueprint and Reproduction Co. In 2002, Ron and Lovella Kelly opened Sarah's Catholic Bookstore in this location. The fourth photo shows this enterprise in 2015. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/10/1697034300924.png" alt="Iris Theatre - Crossroads Bookstore - Sarah's Catholic Bookstore - 304 N. Main - Dec. 8, 2015. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Iris Theatre - Crossroads Bookstore - Sarah's Catholic Bookstore - 304 N. Main - Dec. 8, 2015. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The Kellys closed this store in 2017 and then sold the property to Jarrett and Monica Cullens in 2022. The fifth photo shows the business at 304 N. Main today as Thoracic Park Wellness Clinic - Jarrett Cullens D.C.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/10/1697034428533.png" alt="Iris Theatre - Crossroads Bookstore - Thoracic Park Chiropractic - 304 N. Main - Sept. 6, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Iris Theatre - Crossroads Bookstore - Thoracic Park Chiropractic - 304 N. Main - Sept. 6, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <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><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: 304 N. Main - Vol. 39

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 600 block of North Main Street on the west side. 

The unusually-designed building at 615 N. Main was built around the start of 1917 and was named the North Main Garage with Allen McCandless being the proprietor. The first photo shows the business taken about 1920 by professional photographer Albert Wade.

In 1923, Harry Rowland and Keith Zeigler purchased the business and renamed it the Zeigler-Rowland Service Station. The second photo shows that business in 1928.

About 1940, it became the Sam Schneider Oil Co. Filling Station #1 of four. Between 1944 to 1955, the building was occupied by the John Knightly Motor Company. The company sold new DeSotos and Plymouths, and had used cars as well. 

From 1955 to 1959. it was the Ely Paint &amp; Body Shop. From 1960 to 1963, it was the White &amp; Wyer Auto Repair. The building was vacant between 1963 to 1968. 

On Easter of 1969, Perry Reger Sr. moved his Reger Rental business from 717 N. Main to 615 N. Main. The third photo shows 615 N. Main today, still Reger Rental, but now owned by Perry Reger Jr. They have been at this location for 54 years — another example of a longtime successful family-owned local business in Hutchinson.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/10/1696429595664.png" alt="North Main Garage &amp; Service Station - 615 N. Main - c. 1920 (E.M. Anderson owner). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>North Main Garage &amp; Service Station - 615 N. Main - c. 1920 (E.M. Anderson owner). 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/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 600 block of North Main Street on the west side. The unusually-designed building at 615 N. Main was built around the start of 1917 and was named the North Main Garage with Allen McCandless being the proprietor. The first photo shows the business taken about 1920 by professional photographer Albert Wade.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/10/1696429595664.png" alt="North Main Garage &amp; Service Station - 615 N. Main - c. 1920 (E.M. Anderson owner). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>North Main Garage &amp; Service Station - 615 N. Main - c. 1920 (E.M. Anderson owner). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1923, Harry Rowland and Keith Zeigler purchased the business and renamed it the Zeigler-Rowland Service Station. The second photo shows that business in 1928.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/10/1696429670188.png" alt="North Main Garage - Zeigler &amp; Rowland Service Station (Now Reger Rental) - 615 N. Main - Aug. 15, 1928. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>North Main Garage - Zeigler &amp; Rowland Service Station (Now Reger Rental) - 615 N. Main - Aug. 15, 1928. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>About 1940, it became the Sam Schneider Oil Co. Filling Station #1 of four. Between 1944 to 1955, the building was occupied by the John Knightly Motor Company. The company sold new DeSotos and Plymouths, and had used cars as well. From 1955 to 1959. it was the Ely Paint &amp; Body Shop. From 1960 to 1963, it was the White &amp; Wyer Auto Repair. The building was vacant between 1963 to 1968. On Easter of 1969, Perry Reger Sr. moved his Reger Rental business from 717 N. Main to 615 N. Main. The third photo shows 615 N. Main today, still Reger Rental, but now owned by Perry Reger Jr. They have been at this location for 54 years — another example of a longtime successful family-owned local business in Hutchinson.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/10/1696429720869.png" alt="North Main Garage - Reger Rental - 615 N. Main - Sept. 2, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>North Main Garage - Reger Rental - 615 N. Main - Sept. 2, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <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><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 38

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northwest corner of West First Avenue and North Main. 

The building at 103 N. Main has been many things since being built in 1910. The Deluxe Theatre opened in 1912 and was managed by William Fulton and owned by the Standard Theatre Co. The first photo shows the Deluxe Theatre and the George Hipple Clothing Co., 103 and 105 N. Main during the 1929 flood. 

The theatre was showing the Harry Carey film "Burning Bridges." The Deluxe was damaged by fire in 1930 for a $10,000 loss. It reopened in April 1930 and was named the Strand Theatre as its keystone shows. The Strand closed in July 1959 and sat vacant for a while. The second photo, taken in 1963, promotes moviegoers to visit the Fox.

Spangler's Photo Supply moved to 103 N. Main with a grand opening on Dec. 4, 1964. The third photo shows Spangler's in 1971, next to Orth's Cards &amp; Gifts. 

The fourth photo still shows Spangler's there in 1988, next to the Lunchbox. 

In June 1988, Evans Sewing Center moved to 103 N. Main. Later, the Curiosity shop was there. In 2008, The Heimerman family purchased the property, remodeled it and — in 2009 — moved Carl's Bar to this location. The fifth photo shows 103 N. Main today, still Carl's Bar, still owned by the Heimermans with the property owned by Dph88L.L.C.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695829727903.png" alt="Deluxe - Strand Theatre - 1929 Flood - Deluxe Theatre 103 N. Main &amp; Geo. Hipple Clothing 105 N. Main. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Deluxe - Strand Theatre - 1929 Flood - Deluxe Theatre 103 N. Main &amp; Geo. Hipple Clothing 105 N. Main. 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/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northwest corner of West First Avenue and North Main. The building at 103 N. Main has been many things since being built in 1910. The Deluxe Theatre opened in 1912 and was managed by William Fulton and owned by the Standard Theatre Co. The first photo shows the Deluxe Theatre and the George Hipple Clothing Co., 103 and 105 N. Main during the 1929 flood. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695829727903.png" alt="Deluxe - Strand Theatre - 1929 Flood - Deluxe Theatre 103 N. Main &amp; Geo. Hipple Clothing 105 N. Main. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Deluxe - Strand Theatre - 1929 Flood - Deluxe Theatre 103 N. Main &amp; Geo. Hipple Clothing 105 N. Main. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The theatre was showing the Harry Carey film "Burning Bridges." The Deluxe was damaged by fire in 1930 for a $10,000 loss. It reopened in April 1930 and was named the Strand Theatre as its keystone shows. The Strand closed in July 1959 and sat vacant for a while. The second photo, taken in 1963, promotes moviegoers to visit the Fox.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695841278082.png" alt="Deluxe - Strand Theatre - 103 N. Main - 1963 (right after closing in 1959, Spangler's then moved there - late 1964). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Deluxe - Strand Theatre - 103 N. Main - 1963 (right after closing in 1959, Spangler's then moved there - late 1964). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Spangler's Photo Supply moved to 103 N. Main with a grand opening on Dec. 4, 1964. The third photo shows Spangler's in 1971, next to Orth's Cards &amp; Gifts. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695841317330.png" alt="Deluxe - Strand Theatre - Spangler's Photo - 103 N. Main - 1971.&nbsp;Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Deluxe - Strand Theatre - Spangler's Photo - 103 N. Main - 1971.&nbsp;Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fourth photo still shows Spangler's there in 1988, next to the Lunchbox. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695841357893.png" alt="Deluxe - Strand Theatre - Spangler's - 103 N. Main - August 1988.&nbsp;Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Deluxe - Strand Theatre - Spangler's - 103 N. Main - August 1988.&nbsp;Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In June 1988, Evans Sewing Center moved to 103 N. Main. Later, the Curiosity shop was there. In 2008, The Heimerman family purchased the property, remodeled it and — in 2009 — moved Carl's Bar to this location. The fifth photo shows 103 N. Main today, still Carl's Bar, still owned by the Heimermans with the property owned by Dph88L.L.C.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695841578965.png" alt="Deluxe - Strand Theatre - Carl's Bar - 103 N. Main - Aug. 20, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Deluxe - Strand Theatre - Carl's Bar - 103 N. Main - Aug. 20, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <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><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 37

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 1200 block of North Main Street on the west side. 

Charles Winchester was a very successful businessman and owned the Winchester Packing Co. About 1910, he built a large, lovely home at 1219 N. Main. The first photo shows that home about 1925.

Charles died in 1929 (age 74) and his widow, Nell, continued to live there. In April of 1935, she sold the home to Jim Elliott and Dale Gard. They converted the home to a modern mortuary. Gard even resided there for a while. The name was Elliott-Gard Funeral Home. The second photo shows that conversion in 1937.

In 1948, Bill Elliott joined the business. The third photo shows the building improvements in 1951.

In 1952, the Elliotts bought out Gard's partnership. In 1953, Don Elliott joined the firm. In 1962, the chapel and covered drive were added, and the name was changed to Elliott Mortuary. The fourth photo shows that building upgrade.

The fifth photo shows Elliott Mortuary today, still at 1219 N. Main. Notice the original house is still visible, although the siding has changed. This exemplifies a longterm family business, now run by Tom Elliott, that has prospered for 88 years.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695219843600.png" alt="Elliott Mortuary prior owner - Charles S. Winchester Home - 1219 N. Main - c. 1925. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Elliott Mortuary prior owner - Charles S. Winchester Home - 1219 N. Main - c. 1925. 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/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 1200 block of North Main Street on the west side. Charles Winchester was a very successful businessman and owned the Winchester Packing Co. About 1910, he built a large, lovely home at 1219 N. Main. The first photo shows that home about 1925.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695219843600.png" alt="Elliott Mortuary prior owner - Charles S. Winchester Home - 1219 N. Main - c. 1925. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Elliott Mortuary prior owner - Charles S. Winchester Home - 1219 N. Main - c. 1925. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Charles died in 1929 (age 74) and his widow, Nell, continued to live there. In April of 1935, she sold the home to Jim Elliott and Dale Gard. They converted the home to a modern mortuary. Gard even resided there for a while. The name was Elliott-Gard Funeral Home. The second photo shows that conversion in 1937.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695219921758.png" alt="Elliott-Gard Funeral Home - Elliott Mortuary - 1219 N. Main - 1937. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Elliott-Gard Funeral Home - Elliott Mortuary - 1219 N. Main - 1937. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1948, Bill Elliott joined the business. The third photo shows the building improvements in 1951.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695219952078.png" alt="Elliott - Gard Mortuary - 1219 N. Main 1951. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Elliott - Gard Mortuary - 1219 N. Main 1951. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1952, the Elliotts bought out Gard's partnership. In 1953, Don Elliott joined the firm. In 1962, the chapel and covered drive were added, and the name was changed to Elliott Mortuary. The fourth photo shows that building upgrade.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695219979740.png" alt="Elliott Mortuary - 1219 N. Main - 1962 (Jim, Willian &amp; Don). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Elliott Mortuary - 1219 N. Main - 1962 (Jim, Willian &amp; Don). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fifth photo shows Elliott Mortuary today, still at 1219 N. Main. Notice the original house is still visible, although the siding has changed. This exemplifies a longterm family business, now run by Tom Elliott, that has prospered for 88 years.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695220019682.png" alt="Elliott Mortuary - 1219 N. Main - Aug. 11, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Elliott Mortuary - 1219 N. Main - Aug. 11, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <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><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 36

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 200 block of South Main Street on the west side. 

Today's article is about Smith's Market at 211 S. Main. But, before this property was Smith's, it was the Cassidy-Kingsley Auto Co. in 1910. 

The first photo shows that dealership selling the Regal 30 autos. Notice the steering wheels on the right side, not uncommon at that time.

Fast-forward 20-some years. In 1933, Henry and Minnie Smith opened the Smith's Fruit &amp; Vegetable Markets at 211 S. Main and at 610 N. Adams. Henry passed away in 1934, but Minnie kept the dream alive for many years. 

By 1946, Lavern Burns became owner of the market. In 1954, it was sold to Ewing Wright and there was some remodeling. The second photo shows the deconstruction of the exterior façade and replacement of a more modern storefront.

The third photo shows the Smith's Fruit Market delivery truck in 1961 with John Boling (Chris Barnes' uncle) the driver. 

In 1964, the Barnes family entered the picture with Earl Barnes and Nile Burnes purchasing the business. Eventually, just the Barnes family would run the business and pass it down the family line. 

Chris and Gail Barnes have done even more remodeling since, even restoring the front façade to resemble the original structure between 2007-2012. The fourth photo shows the Smith's Market today at 211 S. Main, still owned by the Barnes, with the property ownership of 211 S. Main L.L.C.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1694616462831.png" alt="Smith's Market - Cassidy-Kingsley Auto Co. - 211 S. Main 1910 (sold Regal 30 autos). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Smith's Market - Cassidy-Kingsley Auto Co. - 211 S. Main 1910 (sold Regal 30 autos). 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/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 200 block of South Main Street on the west side. Today's article is about Smith's Market at 211 S. Main. But, before this property was Smith's, it was the Cassidy-Kingsley Auto Co. in 1910. The first photo shows that dealership selling the Regal 30 autos. Notice the steering wheels on the right side, not uncommon at that time.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1694616462831.png" alt="Smith's Market - Cassidy-Kingsley Auto Co. - 211 S. Main 1910 (sold Regal 30 autos). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Smith's Market - Cassidy-Kingsley Auto Co. - 211 S. Main 1910 (sold Regal 30 autos). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Fast-forward 20-some years. In 1933, Henry and Minnie Smith opened the Smith's Fruit &amp; Vegetable Markets at 211 S. Main and at 610 N. Adams. Henry passed away in 1934, but Minnie kept the dream alive for many years. By 1946, Lavern Burns became owner of the market. In 1954, it was sold to Ewing Wright and there was some remodeling. The second photo shows the deconstruction of the exterior façade and replacement of a more modern storefront.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1694616789245.png" alt="Smith's Market Façade Deconstruct. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Smith's Market Façade Deconstruct. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The third photo shows the Smith's Fruit Market delivery truck in 1961 with John Boling (Chris Barnes' uncle) the driver. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1694616927178.png" alt="Smith's Market - John Boling (Chris Barnes' uncle) and Smith's Market Truck - August 1961. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Smith's Market - John Boling (Chris Barnes' uncle) and Smith's Market Truck - August 1961. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1964, the Barnes family entered the picture with Earl Barnes and Nile Burnes purchasing the business. Eventually, just the Barnes family would run the business and pass it down the family line. Chris and Gail Barnes have done even more remodeling since, even restoring the front façade to resemble the original structure between 2007-2012. The fourth photo shows the Smith's Market today at 211 S. Main, still owned by the Barnes, with the property ownership of 211 S. Main L.L.C.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1694617008057.png" alt="Smith's Market - 211 S. Main - Aug. 6, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Smith's Market - 211 S. Main - Aug. 6, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <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><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 35

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the&nbsp;"Midtown Shopping Center" on the east side of the 1300 block of North Main Street.

 In the mid-1930s, Arthur Valentine partnered with the Ablah Hotel Supply Co. and started manufacturing small, portable lunch buildings in Wichita. He produced at least 2,000 "Valentine Diners" in various designs in a 40-year career. 

They were very small and had fewer than a dozen seating stools placed around a serving counter. There are still many in use today. The first photo shows one of those in 1959.

It was first placed there in 1946 by Charles Hall and called the "Chef System Lunch #3" — addressed as 1308-A N. Main. It changed hands many times with the last being in 1965, called the "Chef Cafe" and owned by Everett Waite. 

Next to that was "Friendship House Gifts," owned by Walter Pace at 1306 N. Main — 1959 was the last year for that business. That's when Dick Langenwalter of Reno Hardware, just to the South at 1304 N. Main, purchased the properties and expanded his business into those slots. The second photo shows the same properties after Westlake Hardware purchased the business.

The third photo shows the 1306-1308 N. Main business today, still Westlake Hardware, with the property being owned by RENOS L.L.C.  c/o Barbara Lappin.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1694010954789.png" alt="Chef Diner - 1308-A N. Main &amp; Friendship House Gifts - 1306 N. Main - 1959. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Chef Diner - 1308-A N. Main &amp; Friendship House Gifts - 1306 N. Main - 1959. 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/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the&nbsp;"Midtown Shopping Center" on the east side of the 1300 block of North Main Street. In the mid-1930s, Arthur Valentine partnered with the Ablah Hotel Supply Co. and started manufacturing small, portable lunch buildings in Wichita. He produced at least 2,000 "Valentine Diners" in various designs in a 40-year career. They were very small and had fewer than a dozen seating stools placed around a serving counter. There are still many in use today. The first photo shows one of those in 1959.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1694010954789.png" alt="Chef Diner - 1308-A N. Main &amp; Friendship House Gifts - 1306 N. Main - 1959. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Chef Diner - 1308-A N. Main &amp; Friendship House Gifts - 1306 N. Main - 1959. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>It was first placed there in 1946 by Charles Hall and called the "Chef System Lunch #3" — addressed as 1308-A N. Main. It changed hands many times with the last being in 1965, called the "Chef Cafe" and owned by Everett Waite. Next to that was "Friendship House Gifts," owned by Walter Pace at 1306 N. Main — 1959 was the last year for that business. That's when Dick Langenwalter of Reno Hardware, just to the South at 1304 N. Main, purchased the properties and expanded his business into those slots. The second photo shows the same properties after Westlake Hardware purchased the business.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1694011455522.png" alt="Chef Diner - Westlake Hardware 1306-1308 N. Main - 2013. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Chef Diner - Westlake Hardware 1306-1308 N. Main - 2013. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The third photo shows the 1306-1308 N. Main business today, still Westlake Hardware, with the property being owned by RENOS L.L.C. c/o Barbara Lappin.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1694011521584.png" alt="Chef Diner - Westlake Hardware - 1306-1308 N. Main - Aug. 1, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Chef Diner - Westlake Hardware - 1306-1308 N. Main - Aug. 1, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <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><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 34

STEVE HARMON Hutch Post Contributor

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the Carey Park entrance at 1000 S. Main. 

Riverside Park existed as early as 1888 with animal selections for the public. By 1910, "Koon" Beck, a wild animal collector and breeder, had assumed management of the park. The park boasted a swimming pool, roller skating rink, chance booths, amphitheater, small steam train and waterfowl lagoon.

In 1910, Beck started construction of a breathtaking roller coaster. It took 20 men to construct and was an exact reproduction of the one in Denver, a figure eight. 

The coaster opened to a big crowd July 23, 1910. The first photo shows its positioning next to the Arkansas River Bridge.

The second photo shows an aerial view of the tracks taken from the top of the searchlight tower.

The third photo shows the roller coaster and the trolley tracks turnaround next to the Carriage Works building.

On Nov. 10, 1915, the roller coaster and the searchlight tower were completely destroyed by a 9 p.m. tornado, but it was quickly rebuilt. It was dismantled shortly after that when a young girl was killed on the ride. 

In 1921, Emerson Carey donated 200 acres of land — just southeast of this park — to the city. That land was merged with the existing park and the name was changed to Carey Park. The fourth photo shows the current park entrance at the end of Main Street, very close to where the roller coaster was.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1693407690544.png" alt="Riverside Park Roller Coaster and Arkansas River Bridge - (Constructed July 1910. Razed c. 1916). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Riverside Park Roller Coaster and Arkansas River Bridge - (Constructed July 1910. Razed c. 1916). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post Contributor Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the Carey Park entrance at 1000 S. Main. Riverside Park existed as early as 1888 with animal selections for the public. By 1910, "Koon" Beck, a wild animal collector and breeder, had assumed management of the park. The park boasted a swimming pool, roller skating rink, chance booths, amphitheater, small steam train and waterfowl lagoon.In 1910, Beck started construction of a breathtaking roller coaster. It took 20 men to construct and was an exact reproduction of the one in Denver, a figure eight. The coaster opened to a big crowd July 23, 1910. The first photo shows its positioning next to the Arkansas River Bridge.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1693407690544.png" alt="Riverside Park Roller Coaster and Arkansas River Bridge - (Constructed July 1910. Razed c. 1916). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Riverside Park Roller Coaster and Arkansas River Bridge - (Constructed July 1910. Razed c. 1916). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The second photo shows an aerial view of the tracks taken from the top of the searchlight tower.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1693407752346.png" alt="Riverside Park Roller Coaster aerial view - October 1912 (Constructed July 1910). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Riverside Park Roller Coaster aerial view - October 1912 (Constructed July 1910). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The third photo shows the roller coaster and the trolley tracks turnaround next to the Carriage Works building.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1693407802869.png" alt="Riverside Park Roller Coaster and trolley turnaround - South Main - c. 1912 (Carriage Works on left). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Riverside Park Roller Coaster and trolley turnaround - South Main - c. 1912 (Carriage Works on left). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>On Nov. 10, 1915, the roller coaster and the searchlight tower were completely destroyed by a 9 p.m. tornado, but it was quickly rebuilt. It was dismantled shortly after that when a young girl was killed on the ride. In 1921, Emerson Carey donated 200 acres of land — just southeast of this park — to the city. That land was merged with the existing park and the name was changed to Carey Park. The fourth photo shows the current park entrance at the end of Main Street, very close to where the roller coaster was.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1693407970621.png" alt="Riverside Park - Carey Park Entrance - 1000 S. Main - July 24, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Riverside Park - Carey Park Entrance - 1000 S. Main - July 24, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <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><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 33

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northwest corner of West 20th Avenue and North Monroe. 

St. Elizabeth's Hospital was built in 1920 at a cost of $150,000 at 500 W. 20th. The 50-bed, Catholic Church-run facility with a nursing school was on the edge of town at the time. 

The hospital's managing nuns lived on-site. The building was dedicated April 4, 1920. The first photo shows the original building in 1930. 

With an addition added in 1932, it offered 107 beds and became known as St. Elizabeth's Mercy Hospital. The second photo shows the interior lobby about 1960.

 In 1971, it merged with Grace Hospital to form the Hutchinson Hospital Corporation. The new, single hospital opened on Sept. 8, 1975, and the old St. Elizabeth's building was vacated and sold. The building has gone through different renovations. By 2015 it was owned by Crossroads Lumber Company and offered mixed spaces of retail and office units for rent. 

Since then, it has fallen into disrepair. The third photo shows the building today at 500 W. 20th. It is owned by the Reno County Board of County Commissioners.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1692804550513.jpeg" alt="St. Elizabeth's Mercy Hospital - 500 W. 20th - 1930 (Built 1920). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>St. Elizabeth's Mercy Hospital - 500 W. 20th - 1930 (Built 1920). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northwest corner of West 20th Avenue and North Monroe. St. Elizabeth's Hospital was built in 1920 at a cost of $150,000 at 500 W. 20th. The 50-bed, Catholic Church-run facility with a nursing school was on the edge of town at the time. The hospital's managing nuns lived on-site. The building was dedicated April 4, 1920. The first photo shows the original building in 1930. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1692804550513.jpeg" alt="St. Elizabeth's Mercy Hospital - 500 W. 20th - 1930 (Built 1920). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>St. Elizabeth's Mercy Hospital - 500 W. 20th - 1930 (Built 1920). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>With an addition added in 1932, it offered 107 beds and became known as St. Elizabeth's Mercy Hospital. The second photo shows the interior lobby about 1960.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1692804732246.jpeg" alt="St. Elizabeth's Mercy Hospital entry lobby - c. 1960. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>St. Elizabeth's Mercy Hospital entry lobby - c. 1960. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure> In 1971, it merged with Grace Hospital to form the Hutchinson Hospital Corporation. The new, single hospital opened on Sept. 8, 1975, and the old St. Elizabeth's building was vacated and sold. The building has gone through different renovations. By 2015 it was owned by Crossroads Lumber Company and offered mixed spaces of retail and office units for rent. Since then, it has fallen into disrepair. The third photo shows the building today at 500 W. 20th. It is owned by the Reno County Board of County Commissioners.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1692804951479.jpeg" alt="St. Elizabeth's old hospital building - 500 W. 20th - July 20, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>St. Elizabeth's old hospital building - 500 W. 20th - July 20, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <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><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 32

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northeast corner of North Plum Street and East Eighth Avenue. 

In 1910, James Fitzgerald moved to Hutchinson from Kingman and opened the Crescent Butter Store at 1227 N. Main. It was a combination of soda fountain, ice cream and convenience foods. The first photo shows him in that store. 

In 1924, he ran the Staple Grocery at 214 W. Ninth. In 1929, James purchased the old Everett Grocery #3 at 800 N. Plum. That eventually became home-base for the family-owned business. 

James's son, Gene, eventually took over that store. The second photo shows that store about 1950. 

The third photo shows Gene with an interior goods display. 

In 1957, the old store was razed and a new supermarket-style store was opened, with an old-fashioned meat market with sawdust on the floors that customers just loved. It was located just north of the old store at 806 N. Plum. 

In July of 1960, they had a big contest with a bicycle giveaway to Dwight Haldeman. The fourth photo shows that event. 

In 1972, Gene's health started failing and he had to sell the store to J.R. Collins Jr. The business was then called Collins Grocery from 1972 to 1984. The property has been deteriorating ever since that closing. The fifth photo shows the property today at 806 N. Plum, owned by Jamie Lynch of Edwardsville, Illinois.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1692220224032.png" alt="Fitzgerald's First Store - Crescent Butter Store - 1227 N. Main - 1910 (with James Fitzgerald). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Fitzgerald's First Store - Crescent Butter Store - 1227 N. Main - 1910 (with James Fitzgerald). 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/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northeast corner of North Plum Street and East Eighth Avenue. In 1910, James Fitzgerald moved to Hutchinson from Kingman and opened the Crescent Butter Store at 1227 N. Main. It was a combination of soda fountain, ice cream and convenience foods. The first photo shows him in that store. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1692220224032.png" alt="Fitzgerald's First Store - Crescent Butter Store - 1227 N. Main - 1910 (with James Fitzgerald). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Fitzgerald's First Store - Crescent Butter Store - 1227 N. Main - 1910 (with James Fitzgerald). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1924, he ran the Staple Grocery at 214 W. Ninth. In 1929, James purchased the old Everett Grocery #3 at 800 N. Plum. That eventually became home-base for the family-owned business. James's son, Gene, eventually took over that store. The second photo shows that store about 1950. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1692220407506.png" alt="Fitzgerald's Second Store - 800 N. Plum - c. 1950 - Clara's Birthday. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Fitzgerald's Second Store - 800 N. Plum - c. 1950 - Clara's Birthday. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The third photo shows Gene with an interior goods display. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1692220503874.png" alt="Fitzgerald's Second Store - 800 N. Plum - Gene Fitzgerald - c. 1930. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Fitzgerald's Second Store - 800 N. Plum - Gene Fitzgerald - c. 1930. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1957, the old store was razed and a new supermarket-style store was opened, with an old-fashioned meat market with sawdust on the floors that customers just loved. It was located just north of the old store at 806 N. Plum. In July of 1960, they had a big contest with a bicycle giveaway to Dwight Haldeman. The fourth photo shows that event. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1692220613290.png" alt="Fitzgerald's Grocery Store - 806 N. Plum - July 1960 (Bicycle giveaway to Dwight Haldeman). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Fitzgerald's Grocery Store - 806 N. Plum - July 1960 (Bicycle giveaway to Dwight Haldeman). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1972, Gene's health started failing and he had to sell the store to J.R. Collins Jr. The business was then called Collins Grocery from 1972 to 1984. The property has been deteriorating ever since that closing. The fifth photo shows the property today at 806 N. Plum, owned by Jamie Lynch of Edwardsville, Illinois.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1692220816073.png" alt="Fitzgerald's - Collins Grocery - 806 N. Plum - July 15, 2023. " />
 <figcaption>Fitzgerald's - Collins Grocery - 806 N. Plum - July 15, 2023. </figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <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><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 31

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 3700 block of North Pennington Road on the west side. 

Rustic Isle was built in 1939 by Robert W. Nelson, co-owner of Nelson Manufacturing and Supply (plumbing supplies), at 612 E. 1st. Rustic Isle was Nelson's personal 93-acre playground. It included a nine-room, two-story cabin; stone barbeque pit; a lake with a concrete and timber boat landing; and a 50-foot dam. 

There was a 200-foot-by-50-foot island on Cow Creek, connected by a 52-foot rustic bridge. It had a large timber gate with wagon wheels and concrete lion heads. 

In the 1940s and '50s, an in-ground swimming pool was added, along with dressing rooms with showers and restrooms. Also, the place had an enclosed picnic area and outdoor theater with dual 35mm projectors and sound system. Some adult movies were shown. 

In 1956, a small airport was added. The first photo is a postcard showing the celebration of the airfield opening.

Bob Ging later purchased the property around 1960. Vandalism took its toll after that and the property improvements were eventually cleared away. 

The second photo is a Google Earth view of the property today at 3700 N. Pennington Rd. where Rustic Isle was located. The property is now owned by the Albert and Rebecca Miller Living Trust.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1691590860399.png" alt="Rustic Isle Airport Postcard - 1956 Original. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Rustic Isle Airport Postcard - 1956 Original. 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/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 3700 block of North Pennington Road on the west side. Rustic Isle was built in 1939 by Robert W. Nelson, co-owner of Nelson Manufacturing and Supply (plumbing supplies), at 612 E. 1st. Rustic Isle was Nelson's personal 93-acre playground. It included a nine-room, two-story cabin; stone barbeque pit; a lake with a concrete and timber boat landing; and a 50-foot dam. There was a 200-foot-by-50-foot island on Cow Creek, connected by a 52-foot rustic bridge. It had a large timber gate with wagon wheels and concrete lion heads. In the 1940s and '50s, an in-ground swimming pool was added, along with dressing rooms with showers and restrooms. Also, the place had an enclosed picnic area and outdoor theater with dual 35mm projectors and sound system. Some adult movies were shown. In 1956, a small airport was added. The first photo is a postcard showing the celebration of the airfield opening.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1691590860399.png" alt="Rustic Isle Airport Postcard - 1956 Original. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Rustic Isle Airport Postcard - 1956 Original. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Bob Ging later purchased the property around 1960. Vandalism took its toll after that and the property improvements were eventually cleared away. The second photo is a Google Earth view of the property today at 3700 N. Pennington Rd. where Rustic Isle was located. The property is now owned by the Albert and Rebecca Miller Living Trust.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1691590583113.jpeg" alt="Rustic Isle location from Google Earth: July 9, 2023." />
 <figcaption>Rustic Isle location from Google Earth: July 9, 2023.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <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><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 30

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

Otasco, short for Oklahoma Tire and Supply Company, was a retail chain specializing in auto parts and appliances, based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. 

Otasco opened a store here in 1955 at 1 S. Main. By 1968, the chain had 455 units in 12 states. 

The first photo shows the Otasco store here in 1972. Note the First National Bank reconstruction happening in the background.

The second photo shows the store in 1975 (in color).

In 1984, the firm's employees bought the company. By 1988, the company filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, closing 170 stores in 11 states, losing 1,600 jobs. 

Eventually, Fred Blick moved his Kansas Janitorial Supply business to this building. The third photo shows that business at that location in 2000.

Fast forward to 2013, Michael and Anne Dowell purchased the building and did a complete remodeling. After five years at 201 S. Main, Anne Dowell moved her successful Apron Strings business to 1 S. Main in 2014.

The fourth photo shows the 1 S. Main location today, still housing the Apron Strings business with the property owned by Dowell Investments L.L.C.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1690409150465.png" alt="Otasco and new First National Bank Construction - 1972. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Otasco and new First National Bank Construction - 1972. 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/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southwest corner of South Main Street and West Sherman Avenue. Otasco, short for Oklahoma Tire and Supply Company, was a retail chain specializing in auto parts and appliances, based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Otasco opened a store here in 1955 at 1 S. Main. By 1968, the chain had 455 units in 12 states. The first photo shows the Otasco store here in 1972. Note the First National Bank reconstruction happening in the background.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1690409150465.png" alt="Otasco and new First National Bank Construction - 1972. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Otasco and new First National Bank Construction - 1972. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The second photo shows the store in 1975 (in color).<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1690409212332.png" alt="Otasco - Sherman and Main - Looking South - 1975 (Shows Otasco, Mayfield Music and George's Buffet). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Otasco - Sherman and Main - Looking South - 1975 (Shows Otasco, Mayfield Music and George's Buffet). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1984, the firm's employees bought the company. By 1988, the company filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, closing 170 stores in 11 states, losing 1,600 jobs. Eventually, Fred Blick moved his Kansas Janitorial Supply business to this building. The third photo shows that business at that location in 2000.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1690409255073.png" alt="Otasco - Janitorial Supply - 1 S. Main - c. 2000. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Otasco - Janitorial Supply - 1 S. Main - c. 2000. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Fast forward to 2013, Michael and Anne Dowell purchased the building and did a complete remodeling. After five years at 201 S. Main, Anne Dowell moved her successful Apron Strings business to 1 S. Main in 2014.The fourth photo shows the 1 S. Main location today, still housing the Apron Strings business with the property owned by Dowell Investments L.L.C.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1690409299701.png" alt="Otasco - Apron Strings - 1 S. Main - July 5, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Otasco - Apron Strings - 1 S. Main - July 5, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <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><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 29

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 300 block of North Main Street on the east side, middle of the block.

In 1936, the Sproule brothers, Robert, Carl, Lee and George,  built and opened the State Theatre at 310 N. Main. 

Opening day was July 2 and had a seating capacity of 490. This was considered a "B" movie theatre, meaning it was not showing first-run films. 

The first photo was in 1938, with the marquee showing the current film "Diamond Jim" starring Edward Arnold.

In 1958, the theatre was completely destroyed by fire. In 1959, a new 400-seat theatre was constructed on the site using the outer walls of the old theatre. The new theatre was named the Flag Theatre and was reopened on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 1959. 

In 1966, the Flag was sold to Jay Wooten and Dennis Montee with the Farmington Corp. They also owned some of the drive-in theatres. 

The second photo shows the Flag there in 1984.

 In 1998, Patrick McCreary helped organize the Hutchinson Family Children's Theatre at this location. The third photo shows the theatre today at 310 N. Main, now called the Family Community Theatre, showing live stage plays. Craig Williams is still the theatre's board president.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1690408136478.png" alt="State Theatre - 310 N. Main c. 1938 (Built 1936 by Sproule Bros. 1936). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>State Theatre - 310 N. Main c. 1938 (Built 1936 by Sproule Bros. 1936). 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/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 300 block of North Main Street on the east side, middle of the block.In 1936, the Sproule brothers, Robert, Carl, Lee and George, built and opened the State Theatre at 310 N. Main. Opening day was July 2 and had a seating capacity of 490. This was considered a "B" movie theatre, meaning it was not showing first-run films. The first photo was in 1938, with the marquee showing the current film "Diamond Jim" starring Edward Arnold.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1690408136478.png" alt="State Theatre - 310 N. Main c. 1938 (Built 1936 by Sproule Bros. 1936). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>State Theatre - 310 N. Main c. 1938 (Built 1936 by Sproule Bros. 1936). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1958, the theatre was completely destroyed by fire. In 1959, a new 400-seat theatre was constructed on the site using the outer walls of the old theatre. The new theatre was named the Flag Theatre and was reopened on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 1959. In 1966, the Flag was sold to Jay Wooten and Dennis Montee with the Farmington Corp. They also owned some of the drive-in theatres. The second photo shows the Flag there in 1984.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1690408196716.png" alt="State Theatre - Flag Theatre - 310 N. Main - c. 1984. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>State Theatre - Flag Theatre - 310 N. Main - c. 1984. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure> In 1998, Patrick McCreary helped organize the Hutchinson Family Children's Theatre at this location. The third photo shows the theatre today at 310 N. Main, now called the Family Community Theatre, showing live stage plays. Craig Williams is still the theatre's board president.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1690408241753.png" alt="State Theatre - Flag Theatre - Family Community Theatre - 310 N. Main - June 20, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>State Theatre - Flag Theatre - Family Community Theatre - 310 N. Main - June 20, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <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><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 28

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to "Hutchinson's Earliest Motorcycle Clubs."

Automobiles and motorcycles started proliferating in the Hutch area about 1906. This, in turn, generated a new idea by E.N. Sapp of Wichita to promote the first auto and motorcycle races at the State Fair Grandstand on Sept. 12, 1910. The first photo shows the motorcycle division winners on their rides.

This event built even more excitement over cycling. The second photo shows the Excelsior Dealership at 3 S. Main in 1912 with all its enthusiasts out front.

Excelsior was manufactured in Chicago from 1907 to 1931. In 1912, an Excelsior was the first motorcycle to be officially timed at a speed of 100 mph. In 1915, photographer Marion Bailey gathered the "Hutchinson Motorcycle Club" to pose in front of the newly-built Convention Hall. The third photo shows the club that included all the brands: Harley-Davidsons, Indians, Excelsiors and Thors.

The fourth photo shows the same spot today, only the building is now called Memorial Hall.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1689795295356.png" alt="Hutchinson's Earliest Motorcycle Clubs - Hutchinson Motorcycle Races - State Fair Grandstand - Oct. 12, 1910. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson's Earliest Motorcycle Clubs - Hutchinson Motorcycle Races - State Fair Grandstand - Oct. 12, 1910. 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/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to "Hutchinson's Earliest Motorcycle Clubs."Automobiles and motorcycles started proliferating in the Hutch area about 1906. This, in turn, generated a new idea by E.N. Sapp of Wichita to promote the first auto and motorcycle races at the State Fair Grandstand on Sept. 12, 1910. The first photo shows the motorcycle division winners on their rides.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1689795295356.png" alt="Hutchinson's Earliest Motorcycle Clubs - Hutchinson Motorcycle Races - State Fair Grandstand - Oct. 12, 1910. M.L. Wilson - Wichita, second place on a single Harley-Davidson. Paul Wainer - Ellsworth, third place on a twin Indian. Ray Webbar - Wichita, first place on a single Indian. Fred Selle - Great Bend, fourth place on a twin Thor. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson's Earliest Motorcycle Clubs - Hutchinson Motorcycle Races - State Fair Grandstand - Oct. 12, 1910. M.L. Wilson - Wichita, second place on a single Harley-Davidson. Paul Wainer - Ellsworth, third place on a twin Indian. Ray Webbar - Wichita, first place on a single Indian. Fred Selle - Great Bend, fourth place on a twin Thor. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>This event built even more excitement over cycling. The second photo shows the Excelsior Dealership at 3 S. Main in 1912 with all its enthusiasts out front.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1689795396925.png" alt="Hutchinson's Earliest Motorcycle Clubs - Hutchinson Cycle Co. feat. Excelsior Auto Cycle - 1912 - 3 S. Main. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson's Earliest Motorcycle Clubs - Hutchinson Cycle Co. feat. Excelsior Auto Cycle - 1912 - 3 S. Main. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Excelsior was manufactured in Chicago from 1907 to 1931. In 1912, an Excelsior was the first motorcycle to be officially timed at a speed of 100 mph. In 1915, photographer Marion Bailey gathered the "Hutchinson Motorcycle Club" to pose in front of the newly-built Convention Hall. The third photo shows the club that included all the brands: Harley-Davidsons, Indians, Excelsiors and Thors.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1689795442428.png" alt="Hutchinson's Earliest Motorcycle Clubs - Hutchinson's Motorcycle Club - c. 1915 in front of Convention Hall. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson's Earliest Motorcycle Clubs - Hutchinson's Motorcycle Club - c. 1915 in front of Convention Hall. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fourth photo shows the same spot today, only the building is now called Memorial Hall.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1689795503562.png" alt="Hutchinson's Earliest Motorcycle Clubs - Convention Hall = Memorial Hall - June 18, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson's Earliest Motorcycle Clubs - Convention Hall = Memorial Hall - June 18, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <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><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 27

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

Right after World War II, drive-in restaurants started becoming popular. In 1948, Melvin Robinson and his nephew, Larry Burgess, partnered to build a drive-in at 201 E. Ave. A.

They decided to call it "R-B Drive In." The first photo shows it under construction in 1948.

Melvin bowed out quickly and, by 1949, Larry was sole proprietor. The drive-in became famous for its pork tenders, onion rings and cherry limeades. The second photo shows the drive-in in 1958, it had gone from an open-air-type structure to enclosed glass so it could stay open for more than just the warmer months.

In 1984, Larry decided to retire and sold the drive-in to his daughter, Pam, and her husband, Charlie Wheeler. After 22 years of serving hamburgers and fries, the Wheelers retired in 2016, selling it to Kirk and Julia Johnson. The third photo shows the R-B Drive In in 2017, right after a sprucing-up by the new owners.

The fourth photo shows the R-B Drive In at 201 E. Ave. A today, still owned by Kirk and Julia Johnson, with the ultimate goal of "Don't change a thing."

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1689194945106.png" alt="R-B Drive In at construction - 201 E. Ave. A - 1948 (Built By Melvin Robinson &amp; Larry Burgess). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>R-B Drive In at construction - 201 E. Ave. A - 1948 (Built By Melvin Robinson &amp; Larry Burgess). 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/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southeast corner of East Avenue A and South Poplar. Right after World War II, drive-in restaurants started becoming popular. In 1948, Melvin Robinson and his nephew, Larry Burgess, partnered to build a drive-in at 201 E. Ave. A.They decided to call it "R-B Drive In." The first photo shows it under construction in 1948.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1689194945106.png" alt="R-B Drive In at construction - 201 E. Ave. A - 1948 (Built By Melvin Robinson &amp; Larry Burgess). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>R-B Drive In at construction - 201 E. Ave. A - 1948 (Built By Melvin Robinson &amp; Larry Burgess). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Melvin bowed out quickly and, by 1949, Larry was sole proprietor. The drive-in became famous for its pork tenders, onion rings and cherry limeades. The second photo shows the drive-in in 1958, it had gone from an open-air-type structure to enclosed glass so it could stay open for more than just the warmer months.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1689194991987.png" alt="R-B Drive In - 201 E. Ave. A - c. 1958. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>R-B Drive In - 201 E. Ave. A - c. 1958. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1984, Larry decided to retire and sold the drive-in to his daughter, Pam, and her husband, Charlie Wheeler. After 22 years of serving hamburgers and fries, the Wheelers retired in 2016, selling it to Kirk and Julia Johnson. The third photo shows the R-B Drive In in 2017, right after a sprucing-up by the new owners.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1689195021532.png" alt="R-B Drive In - 201 E. Ave. A - 2017 (Kirk Johnson Purchase). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>R-B Drive In - 201 E. Ave. A - 2017 (Kirk Johnson Purchase). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fourth photo shows the R-B Drive In at 201 E. Ave. A today, still owned by Kirk and Julia Johnson, with the ultimate goal of "Don't change a thing."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1689195060325.png" alt="R-B Drive In - 201 E. Ave. A - June 8, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>R-B Drive In - 201 E. Ave. A - June 8, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <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><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 26

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

The early Reno County Homesteaders had few options for jobs in 1873. The wholesale slaughter of what is estimated at four million bison near extinction caused many to collect the bones by the wagonload for money just to keep from starving. 

These bones were used by eastern manufacturers for fertilizer and shirt buttons, and piled at the location of today's topic. 

Fred Harvey worked with the A.T.&amp; S.F. Railway to build a first-class hotel with his restaurant in it. That hotel, designed by Louis Curtiss of K.C., cost $250,000 to build — the most expensive hotel in the state at that time. It was named the Bisonte after the bone pile that was located there. 

Construction was from 1906-1908. The first photo shows the Bisonte, new in 1908.

The second photo shows the north (track-side) view in 1920.

The third photo shows the elegant interior lobby.

The popularity of auto travel caused the railroads to slow passenger traffic and the Bisonte suffered too. In 1946, the American Legion bought the hotel for $25,000. But even the Legion couldn't make it work financially. 

In 1964, all the contents were auctioned off and the grand old building was razed in 1965. The fourth photo shows the Bisonte coming down (what a shame).

In 1967, the Ramada Inn constructed the current building. The fifth photo shows the 100 E. 2nd location today, now the New Beginnings - Meadowlark Commons &amp; Walnut Court Apartments.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1688592365834.png" alt="Bisonte (Bisonta) Hotel - 100 E. 2nd - New 1908. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Bisonte (Bisonta) Hotel - 100 E. 2nd - New 1908. 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/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northeast corner of East Second Avenue and North Walnut. The early Reno County Homesteaders had few options for jobs in 1873. The wholesale slaughter of what is estimated at four million bison near extinction caused many to collect the bones by the wagonload for money just to keep from starving. These bones were used by eastern manufacturers for fertilizer and shirt buttons, and piled at the location of today's topic. Fred Harvey worked with the A.T.&amp; S.F. Railway to build a first-class hotel with his restaurant in it. That hotel, designed by Louis Curtiss of K.C., cost $250,000 to build — the most expensive hotel in the state at that time. It was named the Bisonte after the bone pile that was located there. Construction was from 1906-1908. The first photo shows the Bisonte, new in 1908.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1688592365834.png" alt="Bisonte (Bisonta) Hotel - 100 E. 2nd - New 1908. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Bisonte (Bisonta) Hotel - 100 E. 2nd - New 1908. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The second photo shows the north (track-side) view in 1920.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1688592448131.png" alt="Bisonte Hotel - 100 E. 2nd (north track side) - c. 1920. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Bisonte Hotel - 100 E. 2nd (north track side) - c. 1920. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The third photo shows the elegant interior lobby.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1688592474183.png" alt="Bisonte Hotel Lobby. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Bisonte Hotel Lobby. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The popularity of auto travel caused the railroads to slow passenger traffic and the Bisonte suffered too. In 1946, the American Legion bought the hotel for $25,000. But even the Legion couldn't make it work financially. In 1964, all the contents were auctioned off and the grand old building was razed in 1965. The fourth photo shows the Bisonte coming down (what a shame).<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1688592506829.png" alt="Bisonte Hotel Razing - 1965. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Bisonte Hotel Razing - 1965. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1967, the Ramada Inn constructed the current building. The fifth photo shows the 100 E. 2nd location today, now the New Beginnings - Meadowlark Commons &amp; Walnut Court Apartments.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1688592608235.png" alt="Meadowlark Commons &amp; Walnut Court Apts. - 100 E. 2nd - June 4, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Meadowlark Commons &amp; Walnut Court Apts. - 100 E. 2nd - June 4, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <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><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 25

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northeast corner of East Second Avenue and North Elm. 

In 1901, D.E. Richards started selling candy out of the back of a feed store on Main Street. In 1902, he formed a partnership with A.R. (Rube) Scheble and built a three-story building at 400 E. 2nd. The Richards-Scheble Candy Co. was born. 

On the night of July 2, 1911, the candy factory burned completely to the ground. The first photo shows the residue from the next morning.

Poor water pressure caused the fire department big problems and the cause of the fire was unknown. They were well insured and vowed to rebuild even bigger and better. 

In 1912, they rebuilt the factory. The second photo shows the new structure in 1929 after an addition was added.

The third photo shows the candy packaging room with workers about 1930.

On Jan. 30, 1934, Rube died mysteriously at night in an elevator accident. Eventually, other family members and decedents took over the management of the business. The Candy Co. closed for good on July 4, 1954. 

The building was taken over by the Can-A-Pop Beverage Co. but only operated for two years. From 1958 to 1978, the Zephyr and Western Mfg. companies operated from here. 

In 1992, Chuck's Sheet Metal and Lee Contractors resided here. The fourth photo shows the building today at 400 E. 2nd, owned by Basil Wilson. His family also resides there.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687962578588.png" alt="Richards-Scheble Candy Co. - 400 E. 2nd - July 3, 1911 (fire destroyed the three-story building the night before). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Richards-Scheble Candy Co. - 400 E. 2nd - July 3, 1911 (fire destroyed the three-story building the night before). 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/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northeast corner of East Second Avenue and North Elm. In 1901, D.E. Richards started selling candy out of the back of a feed store on Main Street. In 1902, he formed a partnership with A.R. (Rube) Scheble and built a three-story building at 400 E. 2nd. The Richards-Scheble Candy Co. was born. On the night of July 2, 1911, the candy factory burned completely to the ground. The first photo shows the residue from the next morning.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687962578588.png" alt="Richards-Scheble Candy Co. - 400 E. 2nd - July 3, 1911 (fire destroyed the three-story building the night before). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Richards-Scheble Candy Co. - 400 E. 2nd - July 3, 1911 (fire destroyed the three-story building the night before). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Poor water pressure caused the fire department big problems and the cause of the fire was unknown. They were well insured and vowed to rebuild even bigger and better. In 1912, they rebuilt the factory. The second photo shows the new structure in 1929 after an addition was added.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687962655120.png" alt="Richards-Scheble Candy Co. - 400 E. 2nd - 1929 (rebuilt 1912). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Richards-Scheble Candy Co. - 400 E. 2nd - 1929 (rebuilt 1912). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The third photo shows the candy packaging room with workers about 1930.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687962714193.png" alt="Richards-Scheble Candy Co. interior - 400 E. 2nd - 1930 (packaging room). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Richards-Scheble Candy Co. interior - 400 E. 2nd - 1930 (packaging room). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>On Jan. 30, 1934, Rube died mysteriously at night in an elevator accident. Eventually, other family members and decedents took over the management of the business. The Candy Co. closed for good on July 4, 1954. The building was taken over by the Can-A-Pop Beverage Co. but only operated for two years. From 1958 to 1978, the Zephyr and Western Mfg. companies operated from here. In 1992, Chuck's Sheet Metal and Lee Contractors resided here. The fourth photo shows the building today at 400 E. 2nd, owned by Basil Wilson. His family also resides there.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687962768401.png" alt="Richards-Scheble Candy Co. - Basil Wilson Residence - 400 E. 2nd - May 23, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Richards-Scheble Candy Co. - Basil Wilson Residence - 400 E. 2nd - May 23, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <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><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 24

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

As the city continued to grow in 1886, the original wooden structures on this property were razed to construct larger stone buildings. 

In 1887, the three-story Masonic Temple was built and housed mostly real estate, loan, insurance, lawyer offices and a tailor shop. 

In 1906, the Commercial National Bank opened here. The first photo shows that enterprise.

The bank didn't last all that long and many other businesses occupied the ground floors. Eventually, the property went downhill and, in January 1965, the slot addresses of 2-4-6-8-10 were all demolished to make room for the new, larger Woolworth's store. The second photo shows that building when it was new.

The entire Woolworth's organization fell on hard times and the Hutchinson store closed in 1981. Between 1984 to 1997, the C.R. Anthony Co. department store operated out of this location. The third photo shows that store&nbsp; in 1988.

In 2012, it was Hayes Home Furnishings and, in 2015, it was the Main Street Events Center. The fourth photo shows the property today — The Furniture &amp; Mattress Clearance Center, operated by Kevin Rule. Note: The large lion portrait was donated by Bob &amp; Ann Bush with the artwork done by T.E.C.H. artists.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687359558774.png" alt="Commercial National Bank - 2 N. Main - c. 1910. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Commercial National Bank - 2 N. Main - c. 1910. 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/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northeast corner of Sherman Avenue and North Main. As the city continued to grow in 1886, the original wooden structures on this property were razed to construct larger stone buildings. In 1887, the three-story Masonic Temple was built and housed mostly real estate, loan, insurance, lawyer offices and a tailor shop. In 1906, the Commercial National Bank opened here. The first photo shows that enterprise.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687359558774.png" alt="Commercial National Bank - 2 N. Main - c. 1910. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Commercial National Bank - 2 N. Main - c. 1910. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The bank didn't last all that long and many other businesses occupied the ground floors. Eventually, the property went downhill and, in January 1965, the slot addresses of 2-4-6-8-10 were all demolished to make room for the new, larger Woolworth's store. The second photo shows that building when it was new.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687359690366.png" alt="Commercial National Bank - Woolworth's - 2 N. Main - 1967 (Opened October 1965). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Commercial National Bank - Woolworth's - 2 N. Main - 1967 (Opened October 1965). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The entire Woolworth's organization fell on hard times and the Hutchinson store closed in 1981. Between 1984 to 1997, the C.R. Anthony Co. department store operated out of this location. The third photo shows that store&nbsp; in 1988.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687359752330.png" alt="Commercial National Bank - Anthonys - 2 N. Main - August 1988. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Commercial National Bank - Anthonys - 2 N. Main - August 1988. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 2012, it was Hayes Home Furnishings and, in 2015, it was the Main Street Events Center. The fourth photo shows the property today — The Furniture &amp; Mattress Clearance Center, operated by Kevin Rule. Note: The large lion portrait was donated by Bob &amp; Ann Bush with the artwork done by T.E.C.H. artists.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687359811968.png" alt="Commercial National Bank - Furniture &amp; Mattress Clearance Center - 2 N. Main - May 20, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Commercial National Bank - Furniture &amp; Mattress Clearance Center - 2 N. Main - May 20, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <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><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 23

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southwest corner of North Main Street and 4th Avenue — 327 N. Main to be exact. 

John Severance's Street Railway was granted a franchise on June 5, 1886, for 21 years to construct, maintain and operate within the city limits. This was a single short-cart powered by horse or mule. It was a rousing success. 

In 1888, the Hutchinson Street Railway Co. was formed, bought out the John Severance interests on Oct. 17 and continued operating the horse-drawn street cars. 

The opening day of the Hutchinson Interurban Railway (electrified) was Sept. 6, 1906. By 1910, the central transfer point was located at 4th &amp; Main. 

The first photo shows that location with six of the trolleys gathered for a photo by Bailey. The main office was at 327 N. Main along with the office of the Peoples Water, Light &amp; Power Co.

The third photo shows the 327 N. Main location today, Deming Studio, which has been there quite a while, but now Dave Deming is the proprietor. The property is part of the Bob Ging Properties, LLC.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1686754133062.png" alt="Hutch Interurban Railway trolley cars at transfer point - 4th &amp; Main - 1910. Photo by Bailey. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutch Interurban Railway trolley cars at transfer point - 4th &amp; Main - 1910. Photo by Bailey. 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/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southwest corner of North Main Street and 4th Avenue — 327 N. Main to be exact. John Severance's Street Railway was granted a franchise on June 5, 1886, for 21 years to construct, maintain and operate within the city limits. This was a single short-cart powered by horse or mule. It was a rousing success. In 1888, the Hutchinson Street Railway Co. was formed, bought out the John Severance interests on Oct. 17 and continued operating the horse-drawn street cars. The opening day of the Hutchinson Interurban Railway (electrified) was Sept. 6, 1906. By 1910, the central transfer point was located at 4th &amp; Main. The first photo shows that location with six of the trolleys gathered for a photo by Bailey. The main office was at 327 N. Main along with the office of the Peoples Water, Light &amp; Power Co.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1686754133062.png" alt="Hutch Interurban Railway trolley cars at transfer point - 4th &amp; Main - 1910. Photo by Bailey. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutch Interurban Railway trolley cars at transfer point - 4th &amp; Main - 1910. Photo by Bailey. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The second photo shows that office.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1686754186765.png" alt="Hutch Interurban Railway Office - 327 N. Main 1909. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutch Interurban Railway Office - 327 N. Main 1909. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The third photo shows the 327 N. Main location today, Deming Studio, which has been there quite a while, but now Dave Deming is the proprietor. The property is part of the Bob Ging Properties, LLC.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1686754315912.png" alt="Hutch Interurban Railway Office - Deming Studio - 327 N. Main - May 14, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutch Interurban Railway Office - Deming Studio - 327 N. Main - May 14, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <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><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 22

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

S.J. Houston was from Wichita and owned a string of lumber yards in this part of the state. In 1913, he bought out the inventory of the Campbell Lumber Company at 417 E. 2nd, purchased the property at 15 E. 4th, razed the houses there and built the S.J. Houston Lumber Yard there. 

The first photo shows that concern in 1913.

In 1916, Houston sold interest to R.H. Doughty. The business then became Houston-Doughty Lumber, and employed George H. Stuckey and Nick Renner to manage it. 

In 1947, the group of George H. Stuckey, V.G. Cunningham, George F. Stuckey and Frank A. Stuckey purchased the lumber yard from Houston-Doughty. 

In 1961, Stuckey Lumber moved to new quarters at 11th and Lorraine. 

In 1964, the Faraday Corp. of Glendale, California, built a 35-unit motel on the property for $180,000. Charles Messersmith and his wife moved here from Rockford, Illinois, to manage it. The new motel was named the Astro Motel. 

The Astro has seen a few different ownerships since then. The second photo shows the property today, now known as the Sky Palace Inn &amp; Suites by Jasper.

The 15 E. 4th property is now owned by Harshad Bhakta of Wichita.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1686149818618.png" alt="S.J. Houston Lumber Co. - 15 E. 4th - 1913. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>S.J. Houston Lumber Co. - 15 E. 4th - 1913. 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/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the unit block of East 4th Avenue on the south side. S.J. Houston was from Wichita and owned a string of lumber yards in this part of the state. In 1913, he bought out the inventory of the Campbell Lumber Company at 417 E. 2nd, purchased the property at 15 E. 4th, razed the houses there and built the S.J. Houston Lumber Yard there. The first photo shows that concern in 1913.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1686149818618.png" alt="S.J. Houston Lumber Co. - 15 E. 4th - 1913. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>S.J. Houston Lumber Co. - 15 E. 4th - 1913. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1916, Houston sold interest to R.H. Doughty. The business then became Houston-Doughty Lumber, and employed George H. Stuckey and Nick Renner to manage it. In 1947, the group of George H. Stuckey, V.G. Cunningham, George F. Stuckey and Frank A. Stuckey purchased the lumber yard from Houston-Doughty. In 1961, Stuckey Lumber moved to new quarters at 11th and Lorraine. In 1964, the Faraday Corp. of Glendale, California, built a 35-unit motel on the property for $180,000. Charles Messersmith and his wife moved here from Rockford, Illinois, to manage it. The new motel was named the Astro Motel. The Astro has seen a few different ownerships since then. The second photo shows the property today, now known as the Sky Palace Inn &amp; Suites by Jasper.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1686150013274.png" alt="S.J. Houston Lumber Co. - Sky Palace Inn &amp; Suites - 15 E. 4th - May 7, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>S.J. Houston Lumber Co. - Sky Palace Inn &amp; Suites - 15 E. 4th - May 7, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The 15 E. 4th property is now owned by Harshad Bhakta of Wichita.To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <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><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 21

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southwest corner of Avenue E and south Main streets. 

In 1907, the Kansas City Stock Yard Company, after acquiring the Hutchinson Stock Yard at Ave. F and Main, paid the Armour Company $500,000 to build a packing house. 

The packing house took the Swift &amp; Co. name, which already had other facilities by that name. The first photo shows the plant with its creamery about 1930.

 By December 1902 it was hugely successful. That month alone, Swift &amp; Co. shipped 161,186 pounds of poultry from Hutch. Fat turkeys, chickens, ducks and geese were sent to both the East &amp; West coasts — 95,000 pounds of this was dressed here before shipping. 

Four railcars were shipped alive. Theodore Roosevelt was president between 1901 to 1909. He championed breaking up bad trusts during his Square Deal domestic policies. Swift &amp; Co. was one of those. The plant closed in 1938. 

The cost of rehabbing the old building was too much. It was consolidated into other facilities. Between 1947 to 1958, it was the Crown Poultry Products Inc. and the ARKAY Egg Products Co. 

On Nov. 29, 1958, the old building burned down. The second photo shows the property today. Most of it has been taken over by the Tyson Foods Company, except the very corner that is still the Richard Gray Barber Shop.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1685543749258.png" alt="Swift &amp; Co. - 501 S. Main - c. 1930 - (Burned down Nov. 29, 1958). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Swift &amp; Co. - 501 S. Main - c. 1930 - (Burned down Nov. 29, 1958). 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/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
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 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southwest corner of Avenue E and south Main streets. In 1907, the Kansas City Stock Yard Company, after acquiring the Hutchinson Stock Yard at Ave. F and Main, paid the Armour Company $500,000 to build a packing house. The packing house took the Swift &amp; Co. name, which already had other facilities by that name. The first photo shows the plant with its creamery about 1930.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1685543749258.png" alt="Swift &amp; Co. - 501 S. Main - c. 1930 - (Burned down Nov. 29, 1958). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Swift &amp; Co. - 501 S. Main - c. 1930 - (Burned down Nov. 29, 1958). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure> By December 1902 it was hugely successful. That month alone, Swift &amp; Co. shipped 161,186 pounds of poultry from Hutch. Fat turkeys, chickens, ducks and geese were sent to both the East &amp; West coasts — 95,000 pounds of this was dressed here before shipping. Four railcars were shipped alive. Theodore Roosevelt was president between 1901 to 1909. He championed breaking up bad trusts during his Square Deal domestic policies. Swift &amp; Co. was one of those. The plant closed in 1938. The cost of rehabbing the old building was too much. It was consolidated into other facilities. Between 1947 to 1958, it was the Crown Poultry Products Inc. and the ARKAY Egg Products Co. On Nov. 29, 1958, the old building burned down. The second photo shows the property today. Most of it has been taken over by the Tyson Foods Company, except the very corner that is still the Richard Gray Barber Shop.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1685543828259.png" alt="Swift &amp; Co. - Tyson Foods and Richard Gray's Barber Shop - 501-511 S. Main - May 1, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Swift &amp; Co. - Tyson Foods and Richard Gray's Barber Shop - 501-511 S. Main - May 1, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <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><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 20

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the unit block of West Avenue A on the south side. 

Not many are old enough to remember, but Cow Creek was an open channel west of Main Street. 

The first photo shows what that looked like in the early 1900s.

In 1928, the city commissioned the Stamey Construction Co. to cover the open channel from Main Street to Washington Street. The second photo shows that work in progress.

The creek is still open from Washington to Adams Street. This allowed more business access along Avenue A. 

One of those businesses was the Bornholdt Feed &amp; Seed downtown store, owned by Vernon and Edna Bornholdt. They also had the location at 1518 W. 4th that later became a garden center. The third photo shows the Bornholdt location at 13 W. Avenue A in 1959.

After the old Isham's Furniture Store building at 101 S. Main burned down in 1992, the city razed the entire south side of the block and developed the Avenue A Park and Splash Park. The fourth photo shows the park maintenance building today, approximately where the Bornholdt business was located.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1684938161048.png" alt="Bornholdt Feed &amp; Seed - Cow Creek Open Channel - at Washington looking east down Ave. A to Main - c. 1920. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Bornholdt Feed &amp; Seed - Cow Creek Open Channel - at Washington looking east down Ave. A to Main - c. 1920. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
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 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the unit block of West Avenue A on the south side. Not many are old enough to remember, but Cow Creek was an open channel west of Main Street. The first photo shows what that looked like in the early 1900s.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1684938161048.png" alt="Bornholdt Feed &amp; Seed - Cow Creek Open Channel - at Washington looking east down Ave. A to Main - c. 1920. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Bornholdt Feed &amp; Seed - Cow Creek Open Channel - at Washington looking east down Ave. A to Main - c. 1920. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1928, the city commissioned the Stamey Construction Co. to cover the open channel from Main Street to Washington Street. The second photo shows that work in progress.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1684938255465.png" alt="Bornholdt Feed &amp; Seed - Covering of Cow Creek on Ave. A west of Main - Dec. 15, 1928. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Bornholdt Feed &amp; Seed - Covering of Cow Creek on Ave. A west of Main - Dec. 15, 1928. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The creek is still open from Washington to Adams Street. This allowed more business access along Avenue A. One of those businesses was the Bornholdt Feed &amp; Seed downtown store, owned by Vernon and Edna Bornholdt. They also had the location at 1518 W. 4th that later became a garden center. The third photo shows the Bornholdt location at 13 W. Avenue A in 1959.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1684938307582.png" alt="Bornholdt Feed &amp; Seed - 13 W. Ave. A - 1959. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Bornholdt Feed &amp; Seed - 13 W. Ave. A - 1959. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>After the old Isham's Furniture Store building at 101 S. Main burned down in 1992, the city razed the entire south side of the block and developed the Avenue A Park and Splash Park. The fourth photo shows the park maintenance building today, approximately where the Bornholdt business was located.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1684938368469.png" alt="Bornholdt Feed &amp; Seed - Ave. A Park - 13 W. Ave. A - April 22, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Bornholdt Feed &amp; Seed - Ave. A Park - 13 W. Ave. A - April 22, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <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><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 19

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southeast corner of Sherman Avenue and South Main streets. 

This article deals with a more-recent history of the businesses that have been there. 

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1684332904902.png" alt="Southeast Corner of Sherman and Main, looking S.E. - 1963 (Torrence Jewelers, Beardslee's, Sears, Singer, Meschke's South, Adams-Parker Furniture). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Southeast Corner of Sherman and Main, looking S.E. - 1963 (Torrence Jewelers, Beardslee's, Sears, Singer, Meschke's South, Adams-Parker Furniture). 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/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southeast corner of Sherman Avenue and South Main streets. This article deals with a more-recent history of the businesses that have been there. The first photo is from 1963, showing Torrence Jewelers, Beardslee's Fabrics, Sears and Roebuck, Singer Sewing Machines, Meschke's South Store and Adams-Parker Furniture.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1684332904902.png" alt="Southeast Corner of Sherman and Main, looking S.E. - 1963 (Torrence Jewelers, Beardslee's, Sears, Singer, Meschke's South, Adams-Parker Furniture).&nbsp;Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Southeast Corner of Sherman and Main, looking S.E. - 1963 (Torrence Jewelers, Beardslee's, Sears, Singer, Meschke's South, Adams-Parker Furniture).&nbsp;Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The second photo is from 1975, showing Torrence Jewelers, Beardslee's Fabrics, Western Auto, Team Electronics, Meschke's South Store and Adams-Parker Furniture.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1684333041781.png" alt="Southeast Corner of Sherman and Main, looking South - 1975 (shows Torrence Jewelers, Beardslee's, Western Auto, Team Electronics and Meschke's. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Southeast Corner of Sherman and Main, looking South - 1975 (shows Torrence Jewelers, Beardslee's, Western Auto, Team Electronics and Meschke's. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Even the businesses that were still there from the first photo showed a lot of exterior improvements. The third photo is from 2021, showing the Bluebird Books Store.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1684333108305.png" alt="Southeast Corner of Sherman and Main - Bluebird Books - 2 S. Main - July 2, 2015. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Southeast Corner of Sherman and Main - Bluebird Books - 2 S. Main - July 2, 2015. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fourth photo shows the string of businesses as they are today: Crow &amp; Co. Book Store, Queen B Marketing, Beds For Less, The Young Life Club, AgTrax and Anima Bella.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1684333326989.png" alt="Southeast Corner of Sherman and Main - Crow &amp; Co. - 2 S. Main - April 17, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Southeast Corner of Sherman and Main - Crow &amp; Co. - 2 S. Main - April 17, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>This block would date back to Hutch's earliest history. In future installments, we will go back to some of the earliest businesses aligned there.To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <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><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.