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 northeast corner of North Main and 25th Avenue.

The blond-brick building at 2500 N. Main was constructed in 1946 by Owen S. Boone for $3,200. It was to be his new Ideal Laundry and Dry Cleaners. The first photo shows this business in 1952.

Owen and his family, Cecil and Clarence, first started in the laundry business in 1917 at 534 E. Ave. E. The second photo shows that first attempt in this field.

It was also the residence of Clarence. As time went on, part of the family was Ineeda Laundry and part was Ideal Laundry. But by 1946, it was just Owen and the Ideal Laundry. 

In 1966, Wallace Craig took over the Ideal Laundry at 25th and Main.

Between 1969 and 1974, it became the American Uniform Rental Inc.

In 1976, the 2500 N. Main building was remodeled into multiple retail outlets. The third photo shows 2500 N. Main today, now known as the North Main Center and owned by First Choice Leasing L.L.C.

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

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<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1711550825886.png" alt="Ideal Laundry and Cleaners - 2500 N. Main - 1952. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Ideal Laundry and Cleaners - 2500 N. Main - 1952. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1704293041402.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northeast corner of North Main and 25th Avenue.The blond-brick building at 2500 N. Main was constructed in 1946 by Owen S. Boone for $3,200. It was to be his new Ideal Laundry and Dry Cleaners. The first photo shows this business in 1952.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1711579059273.png" alt="Ideal Laundry and Cleaners - 2500 N. Main - 1952. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Ideal Laundry and Cleaners - 2500 N. Main - 1952. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Owen and his family, Cecil and Clarence, first started in the laundry business in 1917 at 534 E. Ave. E. The second photo shows that first attempt in this field.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1711579143432.png" alt="Ideal (Ineeda) Laundry - 534 E. Ave C - 1917 (Owen, Cecil, &amp; Clarence Boone Family - owners at Clarence's residence). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Ideal (Ineeda) Laundry - 534 E. Ave C - 1917 (Owen, Cecil, &amp; Clarence Boone Family - owners at Clarence's residence). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>It was also the residence of Clarence. As time went on, part of the family was Ineeda Laundry and part was Ideal Laundry. But by 1946, it was just Owen and the Ideal Laundry. In 1966, Wallace Craig took over the Ideal Laundry at 25th and Main.Between 1969 and 1974, it became the American Uniform Rental Inc.In 1976, the 2500 N. Main building was remodeled into multiple retail outlets. The third photo shows 2500 N. Main today, now known as the North Main Center and owned by First Choice Leasing L.L.C.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1711579843129.png" alt="Ideal Laundry - North Main Center - 2500 N. Main - Feb. 19, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Ideal Laundry - North Main Center - 2500 N. Main - Feb. 19, 2024. 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.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: Ideal Cleaners - Vol. 63

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northeast corner of 4th Avenue and North Main.

As evident by the dated keystone, this building was clearly built in 1889. The first occupant seems to have been the W.H. Benedict Coal, Grocery and Seed Dealer from 1893 to 1900.

Between 1904 and 1906, it was the Northside Coal &amp; Feed Co. by Edwin Yoder.

In 1908, it became the Harry Jones Furnished Rooms.

By 1912, it was divided up even more to include the Plumber, Tailors, and Novelty Works.

Between 1918 and 1941, it became the J.C. O'Donnell Hardware.

Between 1945 and 1958, it was the McCrory-Lyle Hardware. The first photo shows this enterprise in 1955 from a Kodacolor slide.

The second photo shows this business at opening in 1945.

Between 1958 and 1962, it was the Johnson-Lyle Hardware. From 1964-1965, it was the Used Furniture Center.

In 1966, the usage completely changed to become the Eldridge Mattress Factory. This continued to 1987.

In 1988, it became the Sunset Traders Pawn Shop with Steve Boll. The third photo shows the business at 400-402 N. Main today, with Darin Thrash as the business co-owner as well as the property owner. This property has been in the Thrash family for more than 36 years.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1710950137380.png" alt="McCrory-Lyle Hardware - 400-402 N. Main - c. 1955. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>McCrory-Lyle Hardware - 400-402 N. Main - c. 1955. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1704293041402.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northeast corner of 4th Avenue and North Main.As evident by the dated keystone, this building was clearly built in 1889. The first occupant seems to have been the W.H. Benedict Coal, Grocery and Seed Dealer from 1893 to 1900.Between 1904 and 1906, it was the Northside Coal &amp; Feed Co. by Edwin Yoder.In 1908, it became the Harry Jones Furnished Rooms.By 1912, it was divided up even more to include the Plumber, Tailors, and Novelty Works.Between 1918 and 1941, it became the J.C. O'Donnell Hardware.Between 1945 and 1958, it was the McCrory-Lyle Hardware. The first photo shows this enterprise in 1955 from a Kodacolor slide.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1710950137380.png" alt="McCrory-Lyle Hardware - 400-402 N. Main - c. 1955. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>McCrory-Lyle Hardware - 400-402 N. Main - c. 1955. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The second photo shows this business at opening in 1945.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1710950210731.png" alt="McCrory-Lyle Hardware - 400 N. Main (O'Donnell Hardware 1913) c. 1945. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>McCrory-Lyle Hardware - 400 N. Main (O'Donnell Hardware 1913) c. 1945. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Between 1958 and 1962, it was the Johnson-Lyle Hardware. From 1964-1965, it was the Used Furniture Center.In 1966, the usage completely changed to become the Eldridge Mattress Factory. This continued to 1987.In 1988, it became the Sunset Traders Pawn Shop with Steve Boll. The third photo shows the business at 400-402 N. Main today, with Darin Thrash as the business co-owner as well as the property owner. This property has been in the Thrash family for more than 36 years.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1710950255780.png" alt="McCrory-Lyle Hardware - Sunset Pawn - 400 N. Main - Feb. 13, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>McCrory-Lyle Hardware - Sunset Pawn - 400 N. Main - Feb. 13, 2024. 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.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: Sunset Pawn - Vol. 62

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

The three-story building at 28 S. Main was originally built in 1887 and known as the Whiteside-Penney Block.

Around 1900, it was converted to the New York Hotel and A.E. Streeter was the proprietor. The first photo shows the New York Hotel in all its glory about 1908.

Around 1915, the hotel ended and the building was converted back to retail businesses. That's when Cash Drug opened at 28 S. Main.

In 1927, the building went through a comprehensive remodeling. The second photo, by the Stamey Construction Co., shows the third-story removal and the rebricking of two sides to resemble the building we see today.

The third photo shows the Cash Drug Co. in 1940. It was there from 1915 to 1965.

From 1966 to 1986, Virginia's Women's Clothing resided at 28 S. Main.

In 1987, the building had another changeover with Hooter's and Apollo Specialties occupying these spots.  The fourth photo shows these businesses in 1988.

Wayne's Printing took over the 26 S. Main slot in 1994. The fifth photo shows the 26-28 S. Main addresses today with Wayne's and Apollo Specialties still there. The Property is owned by Wayne's Printing &amp; Copying Inc. c/o Wayne Strawder.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1710339631971.png" alt="New York Hotel - Main St. looking north from Ave. A (with New York Hotel) c. 1908. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>New York Hotel - Main St. looking north from Ave. A (with New York Hotel) c. 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/2024/1/1704293041402.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northeast corner of East Avenue A and South Main.The three-story building at 28 S. Main was originally built in 1887 and known as the Whiteside-Penney Block.Around 1900, it was converted to the New York Hotel and A.E. Streeter was the proprietor. The first photo shows the New York Hotel in all its glory about 1908.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1710339631971.png" alt="New York Hotel - Main St. looking North from Ave A (with New York Hotel) c. 1908. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>New York Hotel - Main St. looking North from Ave A (with New York Hotel) c. 1908. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Around 1915, the hotel ended and the building was converted back to retail businesses. That's when Cash Drug opened at 28 S. Main.In 1927, the building went through a comprehensive remodeling. The second photo, by the Stamey Construction Co., shows the third-story removal and the rebricking of two sides to resemble the building we see today.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1710340223370.png" alt="New York Hotel a.k.a. Penney Bldg. third floor deletion and refacing - 28 S. Main - 1927. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>New York Hotel a.k.a. Penney Bldg. third floor deletion and refacing - 28 S. Main - 1927. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The third photo shows the Cash Drug Co. in 1940. It was there from 1915 to 1965.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1710340338210.png" alt="New York Hotel - Cash Drug Co. and Roberts Printing - 28 S. Main &amp; Ave. A - 1940. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>New York Hotel - Cash Drug Co. and Roberts Printing - 28 S. Main &amp; Ave. A - 1940. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>From 1966 to 1986, Virginia's Women's Clothing resided at 28 S. Main.In 1987, the building had another changeover with Hooter's and Apollo Specialties occupying these spots. The fourth photo shows these businesses in 1988.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1710340385994.png" alt="New York Hotel - Hooter's - Apollo Specialties - 26-28 S. Main - August 1988. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>New York Hotel - Hooter's - Apollo Specialties - 26-28 S. Main - August 1988. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Wayne's Printing took over the 26 S. Main slot in 1994. The fifth photo shows the 26-28 S. Main addresses today with Wayne's and Apollo Specialties still there. The Property is owned by Wayne's Printing &amp; Copying Inc. c/o Wayne Strawder.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1710340531890.png" alt="New York Hotel - Apollo Specialties and Wayne's Printing - 28 S. Main - Feb. 7, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>New York Hotel - Apollo Specialties and Wayne's Printing - 28 S. Main - Feb. 7, 2024. 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.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: New York Hotel - Vol. 61

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 2500 block of North Main Street on the east side.

In 1932, Harry Coberly partnered with Carl Hayes and opened a drug store at 4th and Plum.

By 1935, Harry was on his own and eventually opened many more stores: Locations like 5th and Adams in 1935, 1301 N. Main in 1938, 26th and Main in 1953 and even in the Northgate Center in 1965.

In 1956, he partnered with Vivian Mammel and they constructed the Larkland Shopping Center at 26th and Main, with Haskard Construction as general contractor. The first photo shows the shopping center at construction completion in April of 1956, with signage starting to go up.

The second photo shows the shopping center at opening in May 1956 with seven retail stores like Ben Franklins and Roberts Sports Shop.

The third photo shows the Larkland Shopping Center today with more stores like the Larkland Barber Shop with Bruce and Cheryl Hoyle. The current owner is the Larkland Shopping Center, Inc., c/o Mark Coberly.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1709742812233.png" alt="Larkland Shopping Center at completion - April 1956 - with signage going up. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Larkland Shopping Center at completion - April 1956 - with signage going up. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1704293041402.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 2500 block of North Main Street on the east side.In 1932, Harry Coberly partnered with Carl Hayes and opened a drug store at 4th and Plum.By 1935, Harry was on his own and eventually opened many more stores: Locations like 5th and Adams in 1935, 1301 N. Main in 1938, 26th and Main in 1953 and even in the Northgate Center in 1965.In 1956, he partnered with Vivian Mammel and they constructed the Larkland Shopping Center at 26th and Main, with Haskard Construction as general contractor. The first photo shows the shopping center at construction completion in April of 1956, with signage starting to go up.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1709742812233.png" alt="Larkland Shopping Center at completion - April 1956 - with signage going up. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Larkland Shopping Center at completion - April 1956 - with signage going up. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The second photo shows the shopping center at opening in May 1956 with seven retail stores like Ben Franklins and Roberts Sports Shop.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1709742906272.png" alt="Larkland Shopping Center at opening - with Coberly Drugs - May of 1956. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Larkland Shopping Center at opening - with Coberly Drugs - May of 1956. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The third photo shows the Larkland Shopping Center today with more stores like the Larkland Barber Shop with Bruce and Cheryl Hoyle. The current owner is the Larkland Shopping Center, Inc., c/o Mark Coberly.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1709742989353.png" alt="Larkland Shopping Center - 2520 N. Main - Jan. 28, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Larkland Shopping Center - 2520 N. Main - Jan. 28, 2024. 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.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: Larkland Shopping Center - Vol. 60

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southeast corner of North Main Street and 13th Avenue.

In 1906, this location was the northernmost of all housing and businesses on the east side of Main Street within the city limits. It was also the south end of the fairgrounds at the time.

Frank and Beulah Jones purchased the two-story home at 1228 N. Main and opened a general merchandise store there. They also lived upstairs. The first photo shows Frank in his delivery wagon out front.

Their main items were Worthmore shoes and Ivory soap.

After this time, gas stations were prevalent on this property. The second photo shows the Mobil Gas Station, owned by Standard Oil of New York, but leased to H.A. "Curly" Bisbee with an adjoining view looking south on Main Street in 1952.

In 1958, Pat Haskard moved his laundry from 2nd and Washington to a new building here. Haskard Cleaners and Laundry was here until its sale to John Neal in 1985 and renamed Ineeda Cleaners.

In 2005, Rachel and Chris Nelson purchased the business from the Neal family. The third photo shows the business today, still owned by the Nelsons, but addressed as 1224 N. Main.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1709133112018.png" alt="Jones Co. Gen. Merchandise - 1228 N. Main 1906 (pre-Ineeda Cleaners). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Jones Co. Gen. Merchandise - 1228 N. Main 1906 (pre-Ineeda Cleaners). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1704293041402.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southeast corner of North Main Street and 13th Avenue.In 1906, this location was the northernmost of all housing and businesses on the east side of Main Street within the city limits. It was also the south end of the fairgrounds at the time.Frank and Beulah Jones purchased the two-story home at 1228 N. Main and opened a general merchandise store there. They also lived upstairs. The first photo shows Frank in his delivery wagon out front.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1709133112018.png" alt="Jones Co. Gen. Merchandise - 1228 N. Main 1906 (pre-Ineeda Cleaners). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Jones Co. Gen. Merchandise - 1228 N. Main 1906 (pre-Ineeda Cleaners). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Their main items were Worthmore shoes and Ivory soap.After this time, gas stations were prevalent on this property. The second photo shows the Mobil Gas Station, owned by Standard Oil of New York, but leased to H.A. "Curly" Bisbee with an adjoining view looking south on Main Street in 1952.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1709133491249.png" alt="Jones Co. Gen. Merchandise - 13th &amp; Main - Looking South - Mobil Gas Station - 1228 N. Main and Stephensons - c. 1952. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Jones Co. Gen. Merchandise - 13th &amp; Main - Looking South - Mobil Gas Station - 1228 N. Main and Stephensons - c. 1952. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1958, Pat Haskard moved his laundry from 2nd and Washington to a new building here. Haskard Cleaners and Laundry was here until its sale to John Neal in 1985 and renamed Ineeda Cleaners.In 2005, Rachel and Chris Nelson purchased the business from the Neal family. The third photo shows the business today, still owned by the Nelsons, but addressed as 1224 N. Main.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1709133546073.png" alt="Jones Co. Gen. Merchandise - Ineeda Cleaners - 1224 N. Main - Jan. 18, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Jones Co. Gen. Merchandise - Ineeda Cleaners - 1224 N. Main - Jan. 18, 2024. 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.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: Ineeda Cleaners - Vol. 59

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southwest corner of North Lorraine Street and East 30th Avenue.

Between 1969 and 1973, Tony and Edna Temaat both worked in the offices of the Egbert Oil Co.

In 1973, they bought the Gulf Oil Gas Station at 1123 E. 4th, which Tony managed. This was the start of the T &amp; E Oil Co.

In 1977, they also acquired the filling stations at 23 W. Ave A and 8 N. Main in South Hutch.

In 1978, they also acquired the station at 2021 E. 4th.

In 1979, Tony and Edna sold T &amp; E Oil to the Stanley Brown family.

In 1980, T &amp; E Oil built and started a new concept in filling stations at 1329 E. 30th, calling it the T &amp; E Oil U-Gas Station. The first photo shows that station at opening.

 The second photo shows the advertising for the grand opening.

In 1984, Tony and Edna built the Temaat strip center directly south of this station. After this point, the T &amp; E Oil Co. transitioned its gas stations to more of a convenience store concept.

In 2003, T &amp; E Oil sold off its Pantry Plusses to the Kwik Shop group. The third photo shows the current property occupants of the 1329 E. 30th location, the Enterprise Rent-A-Car, with the Temaat strip center directly behind. This property is now owned by the Wooderson Gst. exempt trust.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1708528449240.png" alt="T &amp; E Oil - U-Gas Filling Station - 1329 E. 30th - 1980. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>T &amp; E Oil - U-Gas Filling Station - 1329 E. 30th - 1980. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1704293041402.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southwest corner of North Lorraine Street and East 30th Avenue.Between 1969 and 1973, Tony and Edna Temaat both worked in the offices of the Egbert Oil Co.In 1973, they bought the Gulf Oil Gas Station at 1123 E. 4th, which Tony managed. This was the start of the T &amp; E Oil Co.In 1977, they also acquired the filling stations at 23 W. Ave A and 8 N. Main in South Hutch.In 1978, they also acquired the station at 2021 E. 4th.In 1979, Tony and Edna sold T &amp; E Oil to the Stanley Brown family.In 1980, T &amp; E Oil built and started a new concept in filling stations at 1329 E. 30th, calling it the T &amp; E Oil U-Gas Station. The first photo shows that station at opening.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1708528449240.png" alt="T &amp; E Oil - U-Gas Filling Station - 1329 E. 30th - 1980. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>T &amp; E Oil - U-Gas Filling Station - 1329 E. 30th - 1980. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure> The second photo shows the advertising for the grand opening.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1708529047359.png" alt="T &amp; E Oil - U-Gas Opening Ad (Hutch News) - 30th &amp; Lorraine - July 31, 1980. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>T &amp; E Oil - U-Gas Opening Ad (Hutch News) - 30th &amp; Lorraine - July 31, 1980. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1984, Tony and Edna built the Temaat strip center directly south of this station. After this point, the T &amp; E Oil Co. transitioned its gas stations to more of a convenience store concept.In 2003, T &amp; E Oil sold off its Pantry Plusses to the Kwik Shop group. The third photo shows the current property occupants of the 1329 E. 30th location, the Enterprise Rent-A-Car, with the Temaat strip center directly behind. This property is now owned by the Wooderson Gst. exempt trust.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1708529095158.png" alt="T &amp; E Oil Station - Enterprise Rent-A-Car with Temaat Center - 1329 E. 30th - Jan. 13, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>T &amp; E Oil Station - Enterprise Rent-A-Car with Temaat Center - 1329 E. 30th - Jan. 13, 2024. 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.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: T & E Oil - Vol. 58

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

Even though the architecture might look like a church, this building started life as a filling station.

Cities Services Oil Co. was there from 1935 to 1939.

Carl Peterson's filling station was there from 1939 to about 1945.

Harry and Howard Mock purchased the building in 1947, added on to it and ran the Hockaday Auto Supply there from 1947 to 1970. The first photo shows this enterprise in 1949.

R.E.I.B. (Real Estate and Investment Brokers) was started in 1959 by a group of local businessmen.

In 1970, Joe Gingerich and his two sons, Ron and Doc, purchased the company and moved it to the 201 E. 2nd building in 1975. The second photo shows the building and property today, still the R.E.I.B. business.

The company is run now by Ron, Doc and Robin Gingerich, and Laverle Pounds, and specializes in property auctions — just another longtime, successful, family-owned Hutchinson business.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1707922797176.png" alt="Hockadays Auto Supply Co. (Harry &amp; Howard Mock) - 201 E. 2nd - 1949. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hockadays Auto Supply Co. (Harry &amp; Howard Mock) - 201 E. 2nd - 1949. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1704293041402.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southeast corner of North Poplar Street and East 2nd Avenue.Even though the architecture might look like a church, this building started life as a filling station.Cities Services Oil Co. was there from 1935 to 1939.Carl Peterson's filling station was there from 1939 to about 1945.Harry and Howard Mock purchased the building in 1947, added on to it and ran the Hockaday Auto Supply there from 1947 to 1970. The first photo shows this enterprise in 1949.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1707922797176.png" alt="Hockadays Auto Supply Co. (Harry &amp; Howard Mock) - 201 E. 2nd - 1949. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hockadays Auto Supply Co. (Harry &amp; Howard Mock) - 201 E. 2nd - 1949. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>R.E.I.B. (Real Estate and Investment Brokers) was started in 1959 by a group of local businessmen.In 1970, Joe Gingerich and his two sons, Ron and Doc, purchased the company and moved it to the 201 E. 2nd building in 1975. The second photo shows the building and property today, still the R.E.I.B. business.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1707922892080.png" alt="Hockadays Auto Supply Co. - R.E.I.B. - 201 E. 2nd - Jan. 11, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hockadays Auto Supply Co. - R.E.I.B. - 201 E. 2nd - Jan. 11, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The company is run now by Ron, Doc and Robin Gingerich, and Laverle Pounds, and specializes in property auctions — just another longtime, successful, family-owned Hutchinson business.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.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: 201 E. 2nd - Vol. 57

Today's article from the "Throwback Thursday Collection" is part three of the three-part series on the "History of Golf in Hutchinson."

<a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/fe5b5d2a-de94-4274-84f4-2051e9b998ff">CLICK HERE TO READ PART 1!</a> <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/28fbcaf9-6c40-4e0b-b5b3-ce871d447799">CLICK HERE TO READ PART 2!</a>

The sixth course in Hutch was the Carey Lake Course and Golf Club. As the Hutchinson Country Club on 56th was struggling during the Great Depression, Emerson Carey opened a private 18-hole course just west of the Fairlawn Cemetery in 1930. The first photo shows the clubhouse on that course.

In 1932, Emerson and architect Ralph McCarroll opened the Carey Park Municipal Golf Course. The second photo shows that clubhouse and putting green in 1948.

In 1937, the Carey brothers supervised the construction of Prairie Dunes Country Club at 4812 E. 30th. This was done without machinery as not to overly-disturb the natural prairie. The third photo shows some of the 18-mule teams with Fresno Scrapers used to sculpt the course.

The fourth photo shows the original clubhouse at completion.

The fifth photo shows the clubhouse today.

Lastly, in 1972, a group of private investors came together to construct the Paganica/Lakewood/Highlands/Crazy Horse Sports Club &amp; Golf Course north of town on Monroe Street in the newly-designated city of Highlands.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1707319250943.png" alt="Hutchinson Country Clubs (3) - Carey Lake Golf Course Clubhouse - 2300 E. Ave. G - 1930. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Country Clubs (3) - Carey Lake Golf Course Clubhouse - 2300 E. Ave. G - 1930. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1704293041402.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's article from the "Throwback Thursday Collection" is part three of the three-part series on the "History of Golf in Hutchinson."<a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/fe5b5d2a-de94-4274-84f4-2051e9b998ff">CLICK HERE TO READ PART 1!</a> <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/28fbcaf9-6c40-4e0b-b5b3-ce871d447799">CLICK HERE TO READ PART 2!</a>The sixth course in Hutch was the Carey Lake Course and Golf Club. As the Hutchinson Country Club on 56th was struggling during the Great Depression, Emerson Carey opened a private 18-hole course just west of the Fairlawn Cemetery in 1930. The first photo shows the clubhouse on that course.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1707319250943.png" alt="Hutchinson Country Clubs (3) - Carey Lake Golf Course Clubhouse - 2300 E. Ave. G - 1930. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Country Clubs (3) - Carey Lake Golf Course Clubhouse - 2300 E. Ave. G - 1930. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1932, Emerson and architect Ralph McCarroll opened the Carey Park Municipal Golf Course. The second photo shows that clubhouse and putting green in 1948.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1707319348391.png" alt="Hutchinson Country Clubs (3) - Carey Park - Golf Clubhouse &amp; Players - c. 1948. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Country Clubs (3) - Carey Park - Golf Clubhouse &amp; Players - c. 1948. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1937, the Carey brothers supervised the construction of Prairie Dunes Country Club at 4812 E. 30th. This was done without machinery as not to overly-disturb the natural prairie. The third photo shows some of the 18-mule teams with Fresno Scrapers used to sculpt the course.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1707319390030.png" alt="Hutchinson Country Clubs (3) - Prairie Dunes Golf Course molding with 18 horses and mules, and Fresno Scrapers - 1937. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Country Clubs (3) - Prairie Dunes Golf Course molding with 18 horses and mules, and Fresno Scrapers - 1937. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fourth photo shows the original clubhouse at completion.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1707319470590.png" alt="Hutchinson Country Clubs (3) - Prairie Dunes Original Clubhouse (5,770 sq. ft. cost $20,000) - 1937. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Country Clubs (3) - Prairie Dunes Original Clubhouse (5,770 sq. ft. cost $20,000) - 1937. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fifth photo shows the clubhouse today.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/2/1707319536150.png" alt="Hutchinson Country Clubs (3) - Prairie Dunes Country Club - Jan. 1, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Country Clubs (3) - Prairie Dunes Country Club - Jan. 1, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Lastly, in 1972, a group of private investors came together to construct the Paganica/Lakewood/Highlands/Crazy Horse Sports Club &amp; Golf Course north of town on Monroe Street in the newly-designated city of Highlands.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.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: Golf History - Vol. 56

Today's article from the "Throwback Thursday Collection" is the second of a three-part series on the "History of Golf in Hutchinson."

Part 2: "The Move." <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/fe5b5d2a-de94-4274-84f4-2051e9b998ff">CLICK HERE TO READ PART 1!</a>

When it became necessary to abandon the first country club at 11th and Halstead, a split in opinion happened for the site. The powers-that-be wanted to build at 4508 W. 56th and Emerson Carey wanted it on a 160-acre tract he owned just south of there.

The powers won, so Carey said, "the heck with you," and built his own 18-hole course with a community and called it Willowbrook/Island Park in 1922. The first photo shows the new country club at 4508 W. 56th at opening.

The second photo features the scorecard back, showing the layout of the course meandering over and around Cow Creek.

The clubhouse was way overbuilt and the course crossed Cow Creek 13 times. Flooding would be a continuous problem as well as declining Depression membership. 

In 1936, it was sold for $13,000 in a court action. Meanwhile, Willowbrook flourished. The third photo shows a golfing event in front of Emerson's house in Willowbrook in the 1920s.

The country club later became the home to the Kansas Bible Camp. The fourth photo shows the Bible Campers having a great time in their swimming pool in 1974. 

The fifth photo shows the location today, still the Kansas Bible Camp, Inc., at 4508 W. 56th.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706714969028.png" alt="Hutchinson Country Clubs (2) - Bible Camp - 1922 - 4508 W. 56th (built 1921). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Country Clubs (2) - Bible Camp - 1922 - 4508 W. 56th (built 1921). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1704293041402.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's article from the "Throwback Thursday Collection" is the second of a three-part series on the "History of Golf in Hutchinson."Part 2: "The Move." <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/fe5b5d2a-de94-4274-84f4-2051e9b998ff">CLICK HERE TO READ PART 1!</a>When it became necessary to abandon the first country club at 11th and Halstead, a split in opinion happened for the site. The powers-that-be wanted to build at 4508 W. 56th and Emerson Carey wanted it on a 160-acre tract he owned just south of there.The powers won, so Carey said, "the heck with you," and built his own 18-hole course with a community and called it Willowbrook/Island Park in 1922. The first photo shows the new country club at 4508 W. 56th at opening.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706714969028.png" alt="Hutchinson Country Clubs (2) - Bible Camp - 1922 - 4508 W. 56th (built 1921). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Country Clubs (2) - Bible Camp - 1922 - 4508 W. 56th (built 1921). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The second photo features the scorecard back, showing the layout of the course meandering over and around Cow Creek.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706715069115.png" alt="Hutchinson Country Clubs (2) - Scorecard Map - 4508 W. 56th (1922 - 1936). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Country Clubs (2) - Scorecard Map - 4508 W. 56th (1922 - 1936). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The clubhouse was way overbuilt and the course crossed Cow Creek 13 times. Flooding would be a continuous problem as well as declining Depression membership. In 1936, it was sold for $13,000 in a court action. Meanwhile, Willowbrook flourished. The third photo shows a golfing event in front of Emerson's house in Willowbrook in the 1920s.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706715324954.png" alt="Hutchinson Country Clubs (2) - Willowbrook Golfers - 65 Willowbrook Rd. - Built 1921. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Country Clubs (2) - Willowbrook Golfers - 65 Willowbrook Rd. - Built 1921. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The country club later became the home to the Kansas Bible Camp. The fourth photo shows the Bible Campers having a great time in their swimming pool in 1974. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706715361961.png" alt="Hutchinson Country Clubs (2) - Kansas Bible Camp swimming pool - 4508 W. 56th - 1974 (40' x 70') (old Hutchinson Country Club). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Country Clubs (2) - Kansas Bible Camp swimming pool - 4508 W. 56th - 1974 (40' x 70') (old Hutchinson Country Club). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fifth photo shows the location today, still the Kansas Bible Camp, Inc., at 4508 W. 56th.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706715406346.png" alt="Hutchinson Country Clubs (2) - Kansas Bible Camp - 4508 W. 56th - Jan. 1, 2024. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Country Clubs (2) - Kansas Bible Camp - 4508 W. 56th - Jan. 1, 2024. 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.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: The Move - Vol. 55

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

This is part one of a three-part series on the history of golfing in Hutchinson. 

The very first golf course was at 1st and Town streets, over to Halstead Street, in 1901. It had nine holes, sand greens and a swimming pond.

From 1904 to 1906, there was a nine-hole course on the south and east sides of the old fairgrounds property, from about 11th Avenue to 13th Avenue, and east of Main Street to Maple Street. 

In 1905, Hutchinson got serious about golf and opened an 18-hole, grass-green country club just east of 11th Avenue and Halstead Street, and South to 4th Avenue. The first photo shows the Hutchinson Country Club about 1918. 

The second photo shows the clubhouse and an array of golfers posing out front with their equipment. 

Alas, bad luck beset the property. The Soda Ash plant just west of this course produced a lot of fly ash that eventually killed the trees and grass greens. This caused the club to move, with the Soda Ash plant agreeing to pay the club $400 an acre for the land in 1921. The third photo shows the property today where the Hutchinson Country Club was located, now owned by the Evergy Electric Company and used as a storage facility.

Part two of this series continues next Thursday with "The Move."

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706109684625.png" alt="Hutchinson Country Club - with autos - 11th &amp; Halstead - 1918. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Country Club - with autos - 11th &amp; Halstead - 1918. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1704293041402.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southeast corner of East 11th Avenue and North Halstead.This is part one of a three-part series on the history of golfing in Hutchinson. The very first golf course was at 1st and Town streets, over to Halstead Street, in 1901. It had nine holes, sand greens and a swimming pond.From 1904 to 1906, there was a nine-hole course on the south and east sides of the old fairgrounds property, from about 11th Avenue to 13th Avenue, and east of Main Street to Maple Street. In 1905, Hutchinson got serious about golf and opened an 18-hole, grass-green country club just east of 11th Avenue and Halstead Street, and South to 4th Avenue. The first photo shows the Hutchinson Country Club about 1918. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706109684625.png" alt="Hutchinson Country Club - with autos - 11th &amp; Halstead - 1918. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Country Club - with autos - 11th &amp; Halstead - 1918. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The second photo shows the clubhouse and an array of golfers posing out front with their equipment. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706109931616.png" alt="Hutchinson Country Club - with golfers - 11th &amp; Halstead - c. 1918. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Country Club - with golfers - 11th &amp; Halstead - c. 1918. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Alas, bad luck beset the property. The Soda Ash plant just west of this course produced a lot of fly ash that eventually killed the trees and grass greens. This caused the club to move, with the Soda Ash plant agreeing to pay the club $400 an acre for the land in 1921. The third photo shows the property today where the Hutchinson Country Club was located, now owned by the Evergy Electric Company and used as a storage facility.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1706110047161.png" alt="Hutchinson Country Club - Evergy Storage Center - Dec. 26, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Country Club - Evergy Storage Center - Dec. 26, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Part two of this series continues next Thursday with "The Move."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.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: Hutchinson Country Club - Vol. 54

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

The building at 722-724 South Main was first constructed in 1935 as Charles Christopher Grocery and Hardware.

About 1940, it was converted to be the Dr. Pepper Bottling Company. In 1949, it became the Grapette Bottling Co. with Verne Hamilton as president, C.W. Kelley as V.P. and Guy Ankerholtz as Sec./Mgr. The first photo shows Bill Lehman and his Pontiac stock racing car in front of Grapette Bottling in 1950.

Bill raced mostly at the fairgrounds track and was sponsored by the Wat Henry Pontiac Dealership of Tulsa, Oklahoma. 

The building was vacant for a time, then Richard Blick moved his beer distributorship to this location between 1963-1971. The second photo shows Blick's sponsorship of the week's professional boxing championships broadcast on <a href="https://www.kwbwradio.com/default.asp?sec_id=140000775">KWBW radio</a> in 1967.

 Between 1979-1982, the building became the Seven-Up Bottling Co. warehouse. 

Between 1983-1987, it was S&amp;S Classic Cars  owned by Eldon Steffans. The third photo shows the 722-724 S. Main building today, owned by Barb, Jon and Donald Badget, and used for warehouse storage.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1705504193833.png" alt="Grapette Bottling Co. with Bill Lehman and his racecar in front - 722 S. Main - 1950 (with Ferris Tobacco and Bob &amp; Cliff's Furn.). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Grapette Bottling Co. with Bill Lehman and his racecar in front - 722 S. Main - 1950 (with Ferris Tobacco and Bob &amp; Cliff's Furn.). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1704293041402.png" alt="" />
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 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northeast corner of East Bigger Avenue and South Main.The building at 722-724 South Main was first constructed in 1935 as Charles Christopher Grocery and Hardware.About 1940, it was converted to be the Dr. Pepper Bottling Company. In 1949, it became the Grapette Bottling Co. with Verne Hamilton as president, C.W. Kelley as V.P. and Guy Ankerholtz as Sec./Mgr. The first photo shows Bill Lehman and his Pontiac stock racing car in front of Grapette Bottling in 1950.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1705504193833.png" alt="Grapette Bottling Co. with Bill Lehman and his racecar in front - 722 S. Main - 1950 (with Ferris Tobacco and Bob &amp; Cliff's Furn.). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Grapette Bottling Co. with Bill Lehman and his racecar in front - 722 S. Main - 1950 (with Ferris Tobacco and Bob &amp; Cliff's Furn.). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Bill raced mostly at the fairgrounds track and was sponsored by the Wat Henry Pontiac Dealership of Tulsa, Oklahoma. The building was vacant for a time, then Richard Blick moved his beer distributorship to this location between 1963-1971. The second photo shows Blick's sponsorship of the week's professional boxing championships broadcast on <a href="https://www.kwbwradio.com/default.asp?sec_id=140000775">KWBW radio</a> in 1967.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1705504560192.png" alt="Grapette Bottling - Blick Sales Ad - Hutchinson News - Oct. 30, 1967. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Grapette Bottling - Blick Sales Ad - Hutchinson News - Oct. 30, 1967. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure> Between 1979-1982, the building became the Seven-Up Bottling Co. warehouse. Between 1983-1987, it was S&amp;S Classic Cars owned by Eldon Steffans. The third photo shows the 722-724 S. Main building today, owned by Barb, Jon and Donald Badget, and used for warehouse storage.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1705504628336.png" alt="Grapette Bottling Co. - 722 S. Main - Dec. 10, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Grapette Bottling Co. - 722 S. Main - Dec. 10, 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.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: Grapette Bottling Co. - Vol. 53

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northwest corner of East 4th Avenue and North Elm.

The building at 324 E. 4th was built and opened as Lums Restaurant in 1969 with Jack Taylor as manager, but it didn't last long. At that point, the subject of today's article entered. 

Ted Nieciecki was an interesting entrepreneur. In 1972, he started Ted's Family Restaurant in this building. The first photo shows the business at opening.

In 1974, he turned this into the Golden Cymbal Supper Club. Between 1976 to 1982, it was the Hutchinson Appliance Center, owned by Jack Zabel. 

In 1983 and 1984, it was Budget Rental with A.D. Arney.

In 1987, it became Casa De Zaki Restaurant, owned by Troy Albright. 

In May 1994, it became Connecting Point Computer Center, owned by Steve Harper. The name was changed to Network Management Group Inc. in 2000. The second photo shows that business.

In May 2019, NMGI moved to larger quarters at 734 E. 4th. The third photo shows the tenant of 324 E. 4th today, the PRMI Support Center, owned by Billzy L.L.C. of Henderson, Nevada.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1704899578397.png" alt="Ted's Family Restaurant - NMGI - 324 E. 4th - 1972 (Ted Nieciecki Owner). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Ted's Family Restaurant - NMGI - 324 E. 4th - 1972 (Ted Nieciecki 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/2024/1/1704293041402.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northwest corner of East 4th Avenue and North Elm.The building at 324 E. 4th was built and opened as Lums Restaurant in 1969 with Jack Taylor as manager, but it didn't last long. At that point, the subject of today's article entered. Ted Nieciecki was an interesting entrepreneur. In 1972, he started Ted's Family Restaurant in this building. The first photo shows the business at opening.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1704899578397.png" alt="Ted's Family Restaurant - NMGI - 324 E. 4th 1972 (Ted Nieciecki Owner). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Ted's Family Restaurant - NMGI - 324 E. 4th 1972 (Ted Nieciecki Owner). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1974, he turned this into the Golden Cymbal Supper Club. Between 1976 to 1982, it was the Hutchinson Appliance Center, owned by Jack Zabel. In 1983 and 1984, it was Budget Rental with A.D. Arney.In 1987, it became Casa De Zaki Restaurant, owned by Troy Albright. In May 1994, it became Connecting Point Computer Center, owned by Steve Harper. The name was changed to Network Management Group Inc. in 2000. The second photo shows that business.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1704900030998.png" alt="Ted's Family Restaurant - NMGI - 324 E. 4th - March 3, 2016. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Ted's Family Restaurant - NMGI - 324 E. 4th - March 3, 2016. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In May 2019, NMGI moved to larger quarters at 734 E. 4th. The third photo shows the tenant of 324 E. 4th today, the PRMI Support Center, owned by Billzy L.L.C. of Henderson, Nevada.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1704900101781.png" alt="Ted's Family Restaurant - Structured Settlement - 324 E. 4th - Dec. 5, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Ted's Family Restaurant - Structured Settlement - 324 E. 4th - Dec. 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.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: Ted's Family Restaurant - Vol. 52

&nbsp;STEVE HARMON Hutch Post Contributor

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northwest corner of 13th Avenue and North Severance.

Hutchinson High School history started with Central School,&nbsp;which was Hutchinson's first dedicated high school, at 5th and Maple in 1891. 

The second high school was at 28 E. 7th Ave. and opened in the fall of 1910. 

This article is dedicated  to the third high school. 

In 1960, two new buildings were added to the Plaza Junior High and a new "sprawling campus" high school was opened at 810 E. 13th Ave. The first photo shows that conversion in progress.

The second photo shows the completed high school, taken from the Sports Arena in 1963. At that time, the parking lots for the high school and Sports Arena were still unpaved.

The third photo shows the problems the unpaved lot posed after rain storms in 1969.

Hutch High underwent another major renovation during the 2011-2012 school year. The fourth photo shows Hutchinson High School today from the parking lot at 810 E. 13th.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1704294207067.png" alt="Hutchinson High School (Old Plaza Junior High - new construction, current location) - 810 E. 13th - c. 1960. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson High School (Old Plaza Junior High - new construction, current location) - 810 E. 13th - c. 1960. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1704293041402.png" alt="" />
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 </figure>&nbsp;STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northwest corner of 13th Avenue and North Severance.Hutchinson High School history started with Central School,&nbsp;which was Hutchinson's first dedicated high school, at 5th and Maple in 1891. The second high school was at 28 E. 7th Ave. and opened in the fall of 1910. This article is dedicated to the third high school. In 1960, two new buildings were added to the Plaza Junior High and a new "sprawling campus" high school was opened at 810 E. 13th Ave. The first photo shows that conversion in progress.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1704294207067.png" alt="Hutchinson High School (Old Plaza Junior High - new construction, current location) - 810 E. 13th - c. 1960. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson High School (Old Plaza Junior High - new construction, current location) - 810 E. 13th - c. 1960. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The second photo shows the completed high school, taken from the Sports Arena in 1963. At that time, the parking lots for the high school and Sports Arena were still unpaved.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1704294497300.png" alt="Hutchinson High School and Parking Lot - c. 1963 (taken from Sports Arena). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson High School and Parking Lot - c. 1963 (taken from Sports Arena). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The third photo shows the problems the unpaved lot posed after rain storms in 1969.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1704294545290.png" alt="Hutchinson High School Parking Lot - 1969 (before paving). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson High School Parking Lot - 1969 (before paving). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch High underwent another major renovation during the 2011-2012 school year. The fourth photo shows Hutchinson High School today from the parking lot at 810 E. 13th.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1704294741907.png" alt="Hutchinson High School - 810 E. 13th - Nov. 29, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson High School - 810 E. 13th - Nov. 29, 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.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 High - Vol. 51

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northeast corner of East 11th Avenue and North Plum.

Hutchinson Junior College began in 1928 in an addition on the north side of the high school at 28 East 7th.

As attendance grew in 1938, work was started on a new campus located on the northeast corner of 11th and Plum. Lockman Hall was completed and, just east of that, Gowans Stadium was constructed — named after the college's first superintendent, J.W. Gowans. The first photo is an aerial taken of Gowans Stadium, football field and track, by 17-year-old Nation Meyer,&nbsp;who was earning his pilot's license, in the fall of 1938.

The second photo, taken in 1965, is another aerial showing the entire college campus and Sports Arena.

In August 2006, voters approved a bond to refurbish Gowans Stadium. It was dedicated in August of 2006. The third photo shows another aerial of the college campus and the new Gowans Stadium in 2014.

The fourth photo shows the inside of Gowans Stadium today with its new, huge video board. It is a facility that Hutchinson and the community college can be very proud of.

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<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1703690565304.png" alt="Gowans Stadium Aerial - New Football Field &amp; Track - 1938. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Gowans Stadium Aerial - New Football Field &amp; Track - 1938. 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>&nbsp;STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northeast corner of East 11th Avenue and North Plum.Hutchinson Junior College began in 1928 in an addition on the north side of the high school at 28 East 7th.As attendance grew in 1938, work was started on a new campus located on the northeast corner of 11th and Plum. Lockman Hall was completed and, just east of that, Gowans Stadium was constructed — named after the college's first superintendent, J.W. Gowans. The first photo is an aerial taken of Gowans Stadium, football field and track, by 17-year-old Nation Meyer,&nbsp;who was earning his pilot's license, in the fall of 1938.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1703690565304.png" alt="Gowans Stadium Aerial - New Football Field &amp; Track - 1938. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Gowans Stadium Aerial - New Football Field &amp; Track - 1938. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The second photo, taken in 1965, is another aerial showing the entire college campus and Sports Arena.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1703690718048.png" alt="Gowans Stadium - 1965 Aerial of Hutchinson Jr. College - Looking East - showing Lockman Hall, Gowans Stadium &amp; Sports Arena. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Gowans Stadium - 1965 Aerial of Hutchinson Jr. College - Looking East - showing Lockman Hall, Gowans Stadium &amp; Sports Arena. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In August 2006, voters approved a bond to refurbish Gowans Stadium. It was dedicated in August of 2006. The third photo shows another aerial of the college campus and the new Gowans Stadium in 2014.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1703690760144.png" alt="Gowans Stadium Aerial - 11th &amp; Plum - 2014. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Gowans Stadium Aerial - 11th &amp; Plum - 2014. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fourth photo shows the inside of Gowans Stadium today with its new, huge video board. It is a facility that Hutchinson and the community college can be very proud of.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1703690809408.png" alt="Gowans Stadium - 11th &amp; Plum - Nov. 17, 2023 (Dedicated 2006). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Gowans Stadium - 11th &amp; Plum - Nov. 17, 2023 (Dedicated 2006). 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://gambinospizza.com/"></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: Gowans Stadium - Vol. 50

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 2400 block of North Main Street on the west side.

Chet Bourell was a flooring installer, mainly in the 1930s. In 1945, he started his first retail store endeavor. Chet's Custom Floor Covering Co. at 1309 N. Main quickly expanded to include 1311 N. Main. 

Business went so well, that he built a new building at 2411 N. Main and, on May 1, 1949, he opened Bourell's Floors at this location. The first photo shows a night view at opening.

He ran that business until his death in 1957, when his son, Marion, acquired it. In 1996, his son, Mike, and wife, Kathy, bought the business and ran it until its closing in 2010.

About 2012, dentist Dr. John Dahm bought the building and completely remodeled it. The second photo shows the new dentistry look.

In 2018, dentist Dr. Jason Hatch bought the business from Dr. Dahm at his retirement. The third photo shows the business today at 2411 N. Main, Hutchinson Main Street Dental, with the property owned by Hatch Holdings L.L.C.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1703085410866.png" alt="Bourell's Floor Covering (Chet Bourell since 1945) - 2411 N. Main - 1949. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Bourell's Floor Covering (Chet Bourell since 1945) - 2411 N. Main - 1949. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>&nbsp;STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 2400 block of North Main Street on the west side.Chet Bourell was a flooring installer, mainly in the 1930s. In 1945, he started his first retail store endeavor. Chet's Custom Floor Covering Co. at 1309 N. Main quickly expanded to include 1311 N. Main. Business went so well, that he built a new building at 2411 N. Main and, on May 1, 1949, he opened Bourell's Floors at this location. The first photo shows a night view at opening.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1703085410866.png" alt="Bourell's Floor Covering (Chet Bourell since 1945) - 2411 N. Main - 1949. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Bourell's Floor Covering (Chet Bourell since 1945) - 2411 N. Main - 1949. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>He ran that business until his death in 1957, when his son, Marion, acquired it. In 1996, his son, Mike, and wife, Kathy, bought the business and ran it until its closing in 2010.About 2012, dentist Dr. John Dahm bought the building and completely remodeled it. The second photo shows the new dentistry look.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1703085511178.png" alt="Bourell's Floor Covering - John Dahm Dentist - 2411 N. Main - Feb. 5, 2016. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Bourell's Floor Covering - John Dahm Dentist - 2411 N. Main - Feb. 5, 2016. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 2018, dentist Dr. Jason Hatch bought the business from Dr. Dahm at his retirement. The third photo shows the business today at 2411 N. Main, Hutchinson Main Street Dental, with the property owned by Hatch Holdings L.L.C.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1703085674650.png" alt="Bourell's Floor Covering - Hutchinson Main Street Dental (Jason Hatch, DMD) - 2411 N. Main - Nov. 15, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Bourell's Floor Covering - Hutchinson Main Street Dental (Jason Hatch, DMD) - 2411 N. Main - Nov. 15, 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://gambinospizza.com/"></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: Bourell's - Vol. 49

<a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/ba0335a2-0c2d-4240-b62a-3cbff60095f6">Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us back to the northwest corner of North Main Street and West Second Avenue (Part 2 of a two-part series).</a>

 Another substantial building on this corner, not included in last week's article, was the Midland Hotel. This three-story hotel, which opened in May of 1888,  was constructed in an "L" shape with the livery facilities on the back side. The first photo shows it when brand new, taken by Glines.

 It contained many retail businesses on the first floor with street fronts. It survived the 1903 flood, but the 1929 flood devastated it. The second photo shows the Midland during the 1929 flood, which shows how high the water got.

After a fire gutted the interior, it was condemned and razed in 1931. The third photo shows the Midland's replacement between 1932 and 1936.

The Shamrock Lunch Diner (a Valentine Diner) was there during prohibition, still going on in Kansas, and had some interesting offerings. 

<a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/ba0335a2-0c2d-4240-b62a-3cbff60095f6">In 1937, the Wolcott Building was constructed on this site, which we covered last week.</a> The fourth photo again shows the property today, DCI park and gazebo. Owned by the Data Center Inc. at 20 West 2nd.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1701875369388.png" alt="Midland Hotel - 201 N. Main - c. 1890 (by Glines). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Midland Hotel - 201 N. Main - c. 1890 (by Glines). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post Contributor<a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/ba0335a2-0c2d-4240-b62a-3cbff60095f6">Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us back to the northwest corner of North Main Street and West Second Avenue (Part 2 of a two-part series).</a> Another substantial building on this corner, not included in last week's article, was the Midland Hotel. This three-story hotel, which opened in May of 1888, was constructed in an "L" shape with the livery facilities on the back side. The first photo shows it when brand new, taken by Glines.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1701875369388.png" alt="Midland Hotel - 201 N. Main - c. 1890 (by Glines). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Midland Hotel - 201 N. Main - c. 1890 (by Glines). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure> It contained many retail businesses on the first floor with street fronts. It survived the 1903 flood, but the 1929 flood devastated it. The second photo shows the Midland during the 1929 flood, which shows how high the water got.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1701875511003.png" alt="Midland Hotel - 201 N. Main &amp; Chalmers Hotel - 213 N. Main - July 13, 1929. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Midland Hotel - 201 N. Main &amp; Chalmers Hotel - 213 N. Main - July 13, 1929. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>After a fire gutted the interior, it was condemned and razed in 1931. The third photo shows the Midland's replacement between 1932 and 1936.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1701875586722.png" alt="Midland Hotel - Shamrock Lunch Diner (a Valentine Diner) - 201 N. Main - c. 1933. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Midland Hotel - Shamrock Lunch Diner (a Valentine Diner) - 201 N. Main - c. 1933. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The Shamrock Lunch Diner (a Valentine Diner) was there during prohibition, still going on in Kansas, and had some interesting offerings. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/ba0335a2-0c2d-4240-b62a-3cbff60095f6">In 1937, the Wolcott Building was constructed on this site, which we covered last week.</a> The fourth photo again shows the property today, DCI park and gazebo. Owned by the Data Center Inc. at 20 West 2nd.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1701874038995.png" alt="Midland Hotel - DCI Park &amp; Gazebo - 201 N. Main - Oct. 29, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Midland Hotel - DCI Park &amp; Gazebo - 201 N. Main - Oct. 29, 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://gambinospizza.com/"></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: Midland Hotel - Vol. 48

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northwest corner of North Main Street and West Second Avenue (Part 1 of a two-part series).

 There have been some very substantial buildings on this Hutchinson corner. One of them was the Wolcott Building. The seven-story buff building was built in 1937 by longtime resident Mahlon Ely, on land owned by F.D. Wolcott. 

It was the first air-conditioned office building in Kansas. The construction cost was $250,000. The architects for the structure were Mann &amp; Co., the builder was Foy Construction. The first photo shows the Wolcott under construction. 

In 1955, there was an addition to it by D.C. Bass &amp; Son of Oklahoma City. The second photo shows the Wolcott in 1965 with its trail of neighbors to the north: Frease Drug, A.G. Edwards, Cobbler Shoes, Boren's Sporting Goods, Esquire Bar and Factory Outlet Shoes. 

In 1985, W.A. Michaelis of Wichita bought the building from Dick Popp, assistant publisher of the Huch News. Michaelis also owned the Hutch National Bank. The bank wanted the property for its use. With the A/C and heating needing replacement and the tenancy going down, it was doomed for demolition. The third photo shows the Wolcott coming down in 1988, truly a sad day. 

The fourth photo shows the 201 N. Main property today, DCI park and gazebo. The property is owned by Data Center Inc. of 20 W. 2nd.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1701873583749.png" alt="Wolcott Building Under Construction - 201 N. Main - 1937. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Wolcott Building Under Construction - 201 N. Main - 1937. 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 North Main Street and West Second Avenue (Part 1 of a two-part series). There have been some very substantial buildings on this Hutchinson corner. One of them was the Wolcott Building. The seven-story buff building was built in 1937 by longtime resident Mahlon Ely, on land owned by F.D. Wolcott. It was the first air-conditioned office building in Kansas. The construction cost was $250,000. The architects for the structure were Mann &amp; Co., the builder was Foy Construction. The first photo shows the Wolcott under construction. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1701873583749.png" alt="Wolcott Building Under Construction - 201 N. Main - 1937. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Wolcott Building Under Construction - 201 N. Main - 1937. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1955, there was an addition to it by D.C. Bass &amp; Son of Oklahoma City. The second photo shows the Wolcott in 1965 with its trail of neighbors to the north: Frease Drug, A.G. Edwards, Cobbler Shoes, Boren's Sporting Goods, Esquire Bar and Factory Outlet Shoes. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1701873868948.png" alt="Wolcott Building - 201 N. Main - Oct. 1965 (showing-Fraese Drug, A.G. Edwards, Cobbler Shoes, Boren's, Esquire Bar, Factory Outlet Shoes, Justice-Mercer). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Wolcott Building - 201 N. Main - Oct. 1965 (showing-Fraese Drug, A.G. Edwards, Cobbler Shoes, Boren's, Esquire Bar, Factory Outlet Shoes, Justice-Mercer). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1985, W.A. Michaelis of Wichita bought the building from Dick Popp, assistant publisher of the Huch News. Michaelis also owned the Hutch National Bank. The bank wanted the property for its use. With the A/C and heating needing replacement and the tenancy going down, it was doomed for demolition. The third photo shows the Wolcott coming down in 1988, truly a sad day. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1701873976587.png" alt="Wolcott Building Demolition - 201 N. Main - 1988. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Wolcott Building Demolition - 201 N. Main - 1988. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fourth photo shows the 201 N. Main property today, DCI park and gazebo. The property is owned by Data Center Inc. of 20 W. 2nd.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/12/1701874038995.png" alt="Wolcott Building - DCI Park &amp; Gazebo - 201 N. Main - Oct. 29, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Wolcott Building - DCI Park &amp; Gazebo - 201 N. Main - Oct. 29, 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://gambinospizza.com/"></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: Wolcott Building - Vol. 47

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the unit block of East 30th Avenue on the south side. 

The very first A&amp;W Root Beer Drive-In  in Hutch was built in May of 1956 by William Owens at 27 E. 30th. The first photo shows the drive-in on an August 1959 evening.

The second photo shows one of the carhops in action the same day.

In 1962, Gordon and Marge Troyer purchased the business and continued there until 1967 when they moved the drive-in to 206 W. 4th. They were only there until the end of 1968. 

In 1969, Ron and Jean Peterson purchased the old 27 E. 30th property, razed the old building and built a more-modern A&amp;W Root Beer Drive-In there again. That A&amp;W outlet was there until the end of 1978. 

Since then, a small office building has occupied the property. The third photo shows the 27 E. 30th property today, with The Trust Company of Kansas and A New You Day Spa residing there. The building is owned by the Shamar 1300 L.L.C.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1701271163192.png" alt="A&amp;W Drive-In - Coberly Properties - 27 E. 30th - August 1959. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>A&amp;W Drive-In - Coberly Properties - 27 E. 30th - August 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 unit block of East 30th Avenue on the south side. The very first A&amp;W Root Beer Drive-In in Hutch was built in May of 1956 by William Owens at 27 E. 30th. The first photo shows the drive-in on an August 1959 evening.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1701271163192.png" alt="A&amp;W Drive-In - Coberly Properties - 27 E. 30th - August 1959. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>A&amp;W Drive-In - Coberly Properties - 27 E. 30th - August 1959. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The second photo shows one of the carhops in action the same day.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1701271291510.png" alt="A&amp;W Drive-In - with carhop - Coberly Properties - 27 E. 30th - August 1959. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>A&amp;W Drive-In - with carhop - Coberly Properties - 27 E. 30th - August 1959. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1962, Gordon and Marge Troyer purchased the business and continued there until 1967 when they moved the drive-in to 206 W. 4th. They were only there until the end of 1968. In 1969, Ron and Jean Peterson purchased the old 27 E. 30th property, razed the old building and built a more-modern A&amp;W Root Beer Drive-In there again. That A&amp;W outlet was there until the end of 1978. Since then, a small office building has occupied the property. The third photo shows the 27 E. 30th property today, with The Trust Company of Kansas and A New You Day Spa residing there. The building is owned by the Shamar 1300 L.L.C.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1701271342718.png" alt="A&amp;W Drive-In - Coberly Properties - The Trust Company of Kansas - 27 E. 30th - Oct. 23, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>A&amp;W Drive-In - Coberly Properties - The Trust Company of Kansas - 27 E. 30th - Oct. 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://gambinospizza.com/"></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: A&W Root Beer Drive-In - Vol. 46

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 1300 block of East Avenue A on the north side. 

The building at 1326 E. Ave. A was built originally as the 4 S Razor Blade Factory in 1916. It was only able to stay viable until 1918. 

It was then that J.D. Conard, President of the Salt City Business College, had an innovative idea. He started the Hutchinson Auto and Tractor School there as a satellite campus. The first photo shows the architectural renderings for that endeavor. 

It was right next door to the Massey-Harris Manufacturing Plant that produced combines and tractors, so the two worked in tandem. The second photo shows the school with all its students and instructors out front in 1920. 

This endeavor only lasted until 1921, that's when Massey-Harris took over the building. Fast forward to 1970, that's when Martinez &amp; Sons Machine Shop took over the building. The third photo shows that business, which was there until 1993.

That's when Interfaith Housing purchased the building. The fourth photo shows the 1326 E. Ave. A building today, still the Interfaith Housing &amp; Community Services Inc. with Clint Nelson serving as President and Chief Executive Officer.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1700666717386.png" alt="Hutchinson Auto and Tractor School - Building with Students - 1326 E. Ave. A - c. 1920 (ran from 1918 through 1921). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Auto and Tractor School - Building with Students - 1326 E. Ave. A - c. 1920 (ran from 1918 through 1921). 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 1300 block of East Avenue A on the north side. The building at 1326 E. Ave. A was built originally as the 4 S Razor Blade Factory in 1916. It was only able to stay viable until 1918. It was then that J.D. Conard, President of the Salt City Business College, had an innovative idea. He started the Hutchinson Auto and Tractor School there as a satellite campus. The first photo shows the architectural renderings for that endeavor. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1700665241977.png" alt="Hutchinson Auto and Tractor School - Architect Rendering - 1326 E. Ave. A (Built 1916 as 4 S Razor Blade Factory). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Auto and Tractor School - Architect Rendering - 1326 E. Ave. A (Built 1916 as 4 S Razor Blade Factory). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>It was right next door to the Massey-Harris Manufacturing Plant that produced combines and tractors, so the two worked in tandem. The second photo shows the school with all its students and instructors out front in 1920. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1700665405811.png" alt="Hutchinson Auto and Tractor School - Building with Students - 1326 E. Ave. A - c. 1920 (ran from 1918 through 1921). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Auto and Tractor School - Building with Students - 1326 E. Ave. A - c. 1920 (ran from 1918 through 1921). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>This endeavor only lasted until 1921, that's when Massey-Harris took over the building. Fast forward to 1970, that's when Martinez &amp; Sons Machine Shop took over the building. The third photo shows that business, which was there until 1993.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1700665469209.png" alt="Hutchinson Auto and Tractor School - Martinez &amp; Sons (Jim) Machine Shop - Second Location - 1326 E. Ave. A - 1970 to 1994. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Auto and Tractor School - Martinez &amp; Sons (Jim) Machine Shop - Second Location - 1326 E. Ave. A - 1970 to 1994. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>That's when Interfaith Housing purchased the building. The fourth photo shows the 1326 E. Ave. A building today, still the Interfaith Housing &amp; Community Services Inc. with Clint Nelson serving as President and Chief Executive Officer.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1700665543337.png" alt="Hutchinson Auto and Tractor School - Interfaith Housing - 1326 E. Ave. A - Oct. 21, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Auto and Tractor School - Interfaith Housing - 1326 E. Ave. A - Oct. 21, 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://gambinospizza.com/"></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: 1326 E. Ave. A - Vol. 45

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

The J.S. Dillon and Sons Grocery Stores were created right after World War I by Ray and Clyde Dillon. They flourished quickly and spread to many outlets. About 1932, they constructed store #10 at 800 E. 4th. The first photo shows that location in 1940.

The second photo not only shows that Dillons store, but also the Bob-O-Leah Dairy next door at 804 E. 4th in 1941. That business was there between 1941-1947.

In 1955, Dillons closed this store to build a bigger, newer store just west at 734 E. 4th, which opened in 1956. In the 1960s, this building was Trend Stores Inc. Shoes. 

In the 1970s, the store was Austin's Inc. Shoes. 

In the 1980s, it had become a bingo hall. About 1990, Don and Janice Frye opened Mom's Attic, antiques, books and records in this location. The third photo shows that business.

In 2018, Steve and Shirley Fiffe purchased the property and created The Warehouse on 4th, antiques and stuff. The fourth photo shows the property at 800 E. 4th today, still The Warehouse on 4th, with the property owned by Fiffe Enterprises L.L.C.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1700061727468.png" alt="Dillons Store #10 - Mom's Attic - 800 E. 4th - c. 1940. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Dillons Store #10 - Mom's Attic - 800 E. 4th - c. 1940. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/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 Pershing Street and East Fourth Avenue. The J.S. Dillon and Sons Grocery Stores were created right after World War I by Ray and Clyde Dillon. They flourished quickly and spread to many outlets. About 1932, they constructed store #10 at 800 E. 4th. The first photo shows that location in 1940.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1700061727468.png" alt="Dillons Store #10 - Mom's Attic - 800 E. 4th - c. 1940. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Dillons Store #10 - Mom's Attic - 800 E. 4th - c. 1940. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The second photo not only shows that Dillons store, but also the Bob-O-Leah Dairy next door at 804 E. 4th in 1941. That business was there between 1941-1947.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1700061782381.png" alt="Dillons - 800 E. 4th &amp; Bob-O-Leah Dairy - 804 E. 4th - c. 1941 (1941 to 1947). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Dillons - 800 E. 4th &amp; Bob-O-Leah Dairy - 804 E. 4th - c. 1941 (1941 to 1947). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1955, Dillons closed this store to build a bigger, newer store just west at 734 E. 4th, which opened in 1956. In the 1960s, this building was Trend Stores Inc. Shoes. In the 1970s, the store was Austin's Inc. Shoes. In the 1980s, it had become a bingo hall. About 1990, Don and Janice Frye opened Mom's Attic, antiques, books and records in this location. The third photo shows that business.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1700061853301.png" alt="Dillons Store #10 - Mom's Attic - 800 E. 4th - Jan. 5, 2016. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Dillons Store #10 - Mom's Attic - 800 E. 4th - Jan. 5, 2016. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 2018, Steve and Shirley Fiffe purchased the property and created The Warehouse on 4th, antiques and stuff. The fourth photo shows the property at 800 E. 4th today, still The Warehouse on 4th, with the property owned by Fiffe Enterprises L.L.C.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1700061903701.png" alt="Dillons - The Warehouse on 4th - 800 E. 4th - Oct. 15, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Dillons - The Warehouse on 4th - 800 E. 4th - Oct. 15, 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://gambinospizza.com/"></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: J.S. Dillon and Sons - Vol. 44

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 100 block of North Main on the west side. 

Ben Nussbaum came to Hutchinson about 1885 and opened a small men's clothing store at 203 N. Main on the ground floor of the Midland Hotel in 1886. The first photo shows that location.

After rapidly expanding and stocking higher-grade apparel, in 1892 he built the two-story building at 119-121 N. Main. The second photo shows that location about 1908.

In 1921, the building went through extensive remodeling both inside and out. In 1960, the Meschke family bought the business, continued the offerings and eventually changed the name to Meschke's in 1963. The third photo shows that name change in 1971.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1699457353851.png" alt="Star Clothiers - 203 N. Main - 1887. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Star Clothiers - 203 N. Main - 1887. 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>
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 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 100 block of North Main on the west side. Ben Nussbaum came to Hutchinson about 1885 and opened a small men's clothing store at 203 N. Main on the ground floor of the Midland Hotel in 1886. The first photo shows that location.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1699457353851.png" alt="Star Clothiers - 203 N. Main - 1887. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Star Clothiers - 203 N. Main - 1887. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>After rapidly expanding and stocking higher-grade apparel, in 1892 he built the two-story building at 119-121 N. Main. The second photo shows that location about 1908.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1699457429691.png" alt="Star Clothiers Exterior - 119-121 N. Main - c. 1908 (shows Nussbaum block keystone and Raffington Dentist). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Star Clothiers Exterior - 119-121 N. Main - c. 1908 (shows Nussbaum block keystone and Raffington Dentist). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1921, the building went through extensive remodeling both inside and out. In 1960, the Meschke family bought the business, continued the offerings and eventually changed the name to Meschke's in 1963. The third photo shows that name change in 1971.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1699457472270.png" alt="Star Clothiers - Meschke's -119-121 N. Main &amp; Long's Pants Store - 123 N. Main - May 14, 1971. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Star Clothiers - Meschke's -119-121 N. Main &amp; Long's Pants Store - 123 N. Main - May 14, 1971. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1988, Meschke's went out of business. In 1989, Sport Shack appeared at that location, owned by Richard Strano. The fourth photo shows that business, which closed about 2017.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1699457625689.png" alt="Star Clothiers - Sport Shack - 119-121 N. Main - Jan. 3, 2016. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Star Clothiers - Sport Shack - 119-121 N. Main - Jan. 3, 2016. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fifth photo shows the 119-121 N. Main business today, showing the latest location of Reffner's, now owned by Brian and Kathy Reffner. The building is owned by the Ging Investment Co.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1699457665890.png" alt="Star Clothiers - Reffner's - 119-121 N. Main - Oct. 9, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Star Clothiers - Reffner's - 119-121 N. Main - Oct. 9, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
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