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

STEVE HARMON Hutch Post Contributor

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

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

The first photo is from 1963, showing Torrence Jewelers, Beardslee's Fabrics, Sears and Roebuck, Singer Sewing Machines, Meschke's South Store and Adams-Parker Furniture.

The second photo is from 1975, showing Torrence Jewelers, Beardslee's Fabrics, Western Auto, Team Electronics, Meschke's South Store and Adams-Parker Furniture.

Even the businesses that were still there from the first photo showed a lot of exterior improvements. 

The third photo is from 2021, showing the Bluebird Books Store.

The fourth photo shows the string of businesses as they are today: Crow &amp; Co. Book Store, Queen B Marketing, Beds For Less, The Young Life Club, AgTrax and Anima Bella.

This block would date back to Hutch's earliest history. In future installments, we will go back to some of the earliest businesses aligned there.

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

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<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1684332904902.png" alt="Southeast Corner of Sherman and Main, looking S.E. - 1963 (Torrence Jewelers, Beardslee's, Sears, Singer, Meschke's South, Adams-Parker Furniture). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Southeast Corner of Sherman and Main, looking S.E. - 1963 (Torrence Jewelers, Beardslee's, Sears, Singer, Meschke's South, Adams-Parker Furniture). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southeast corner of Sherman Avenue and South Main streets. This article deals with a more-recent history of the businesses that have been there. The first photo is from 1963, showing Torrence Jewelers, Beardslee's Fabrics, Sears and Roebuck, Singer Sewing Machines, Meschke's South Store and Adams-Parker Furniture.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1684332904902.png" alt="Southeast Corner of Sherman and Main, looking S.E. - 1963 (Torrence Jewelers, Beardslee's, Sears, Singer, Meschke's South, Adams-Parker Furniture).&nbsp;Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Southeast Corner of Sherman and Main, looking S.E. - 1963 (Torrence Jewelers, Beardslee's, Sears, Singer, Meschke's South, Adams-Parker Furniture).&nbsp;Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The second photo is from 1975, showing Torrence Jewelers, Beardslee's Fabrics, Western Auto, Team Electronics, Meschke's South Store and Adams-Parker Furniture.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1684333041781.png" alt="Southeast Corner of Sherman and Main, looking South - 1975 (shows Torrence Jewelers, Beardslee's, Western Auto, Team Electronics and Meschke's. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Southeast Corner of Sherman and Main, looking South - 1975 (shows Torrence Jewelers, Beardslee's, Western Auto, Team Electronics and Meschke's. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Even the businesses that were still there from the first photo showed a lot of exterior improvements. The third photo is from 2021, showing the Bluebird Books Store.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1684333108305.png" alt="Southeast Corner of Sherman and Main - Bluebird Books - 2 S. Main - July 2, 2015. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Southeast Corner of Sherman and Main - Bluebird Books - 2 S. Main - July 2, 2015. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fourth photo shows the string of businesses as they are today: Crow &amp; Co. Book Store, Queen B Marketing, Beds For Less, The Young Life Club, AgTrax and Anima Bella.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1684333326989.png" alt="Southeast Corner of Sherman and Main - Crow &amp; Co. - 2 S. Main - April 17, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Southeast Corner of Sherman and Main - Crow &amp; Co. - 2 S. Main - April 17, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>This block would date back to Hutch's earliest history. In future installments, we will go back to some of the earliest businesses aligned there.To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 18

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southwest corner of Avenue D and South Washington streets. 

In 1907, expert machinists George Rundell &amp; Granville Scanland founded Hutchinson Foundry &amp; Machine Works at 14 W. Ave. B. 

Business went so well, they needed a larger building to expand. In November 1912, the foundry moved into the new building at 401 S. Washington. 

They also took on a new business manager, Joseph P. O'Sullivan the First. (Note to article - Joe's father Mortimer O'Sullivan homesteaded the N.W. corner of U.S. 50 and Kent Road in 1872). 

The first photo shows the Hutchinson Foundry in 1912. 

They did general castings and machining. At that time, they cast 6,000 pounds of molten metal every-other day in a pyrotechnical display from a white-hot cauldron and poured it into a huge ladle.

Castings weighing more than a ton were handled with the same ease as a small automobile. They also did structural castings. They did a lot of sewer castings and manhole covers for towns all over Kansas, Oklahoma, Colorado and New Mexico. The foundry was sold in 1972 to Go Steel Inc.

The second photo shows the Go Steel operation at that changeover. 

As the globalization of the world continued, the manufacturing of steel started to move to China and few places domestically could compete. 

Go Steel Inc. closed in 1981. The structures were all razed and metal warehouses were constructed. 

The third photo shows the 401 S. Washington property today, the Hutchinson Distribution Warehouse L.L.C. c/o Central National Bank of Junction City.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1683755946460.png" alt="Hutchinson Foundry &amp; Machine Works - 401 S. Washington &amp; Ave. D - Nov. 26, 1912 (By Bailey) (Adjusted). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Foundry &amp; Machine Works - 401 S. Washington &amp; Ave. D - Nov. 26, 1912 (By Bailey) (Adjusted). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southwest corner of Avenue D and South Washington streets. In 1907, expert machinists George Rundell &amp; Granville Scanland founded Hutchinson Foundry &amp; Machine Works at 14 W. Ave. B. Business went so well, they needed a larger building to expand. In November 1912, the foundry moved into the new building at 401 S. Washington. They also took on a new business manager, Joseph P. O'Sullivan the First. (Note to article - Joe's father Mortimer O'Sullivan homesteaded the N.W. corner of U.S. 50 and Kent Road in 1872). The first photo shows the Hutchinson Foundry in 1912. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1683755946460.png" alt="Hutchinson Foundry &amp; Machine Works - 401 S. Washington &amp; Ave. D - Nov. 26, 1912 (By Bailey) (Adjusted). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Foundry &amp; Machine Works - 401 S. Washington &amp; Ave. D - Nov. 26, 1912 (By Bailey) (Adjusted). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>They did general castings and machining. At that time, they cast 6,000 pounds of molten metal every-other day in a pyrotechnical display from a white-hot cauldron and poured it into a huge ladle.Castings weighing more than a ton were handled with the same ease as a small automobile. They also did structural castings. They did a lot of sewer castings and manhole covers for towns all over Kansas, Oklahoma, Colorado and New Mexico. The foundry was sold in 1972 to Go Steel Inc.The second photo shows the Go Steel operation at that changeover. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1683756054589.png" alt="Hutchinson Foundry - Go Steel - 401 S. Washington - 1972 to 1981 (H.L. Oswalt &amp; R. Brown) (formerly Hutch Foundry). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Foundry - Go Steel - 401 S. Washington - 1972 to 1981 (H.L. Oswalt &amp; R. Brown) (formerly Hutch Foundry). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>As the globalization of the world continued, the manufacturing of steel started to move to China and few places domestically could compete. Go Steel Inc. closed in 1981. The structures were all razed and metal warehouses were constructed. The third photo shows the 401 S. Washington property today, the Hutchinson Distribution Warehouse L.L.C. c/o Central National Bank of Junction City.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1683756133727.png" alt="Hutchinson Foundry - Hutchinson Warehouse L.L.C. - 401 S. Washington - 4-13-2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Foundry - Hutchinson Warehouse L.L.C. - 401 S. Washington - 4-13-2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 17

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us&nbsp;to the southwest corner of Avenue G and South Main. 

In 1909, everyone was getting cars and many companies were making them to fill the demand. On Feb. 3, 1909, there was a state charter issued for $100,000 in capital stock for the St. Joe Motor Car Co. to move from Elkhart, Indiana, to Hutchinson and start manufacturing autos. 

George White built a two-story, cement-block building along the Missouri-Pacific rail line. It was to be named the Sellers Motor Car Company after O.G. Sellers. H.C. Shoemaker was the engineer and superintendent. 

On June 12, 1909, the first cars hit the streets. They made two models, a roadster and a touring car at $1,500. The company made high-quality, 35-horsepower, four-cylinder cars with a full-floating rear axle. 

The first photo shows the plant at 705 S. Main at opening. 

The second photo shows the machining shop. 

The third photo shows the trimming department about 1910. 

The investors eventually lost their money when it closed in 1912 because they couldn't compete with eastern manufacturers (like Henry Ford's production line). 

The fourth photo shows the property today with a brick warehouse on it, owned by Midwest Iron Inc. of Kansas City, Missouri.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1683123858308.png" alt="Sellers Motor Car Co. - Machine Shop - 705 S. Main - 1909-1911. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Sellers Motor Car Co. - Machine Shop - 705 S. Main - 1909-1911. 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&nbsp;to the southwest corner of Avenue G and South Main. In 1909, everyone was getting cars and many companies were making them to fill the demand. On Feb. 3, 1909, there was a state charter issued for $100,000 in capital stock for the St. Joe Motor Car Co. to move from Elkhart, Indiana, to Hutchinson and start manufacturing autos. George White built a two-story, cement-block building along the Missouri-Pacific rail line. It was to be named the Sellers Motor Car Company after O.G. Sellers. H.C. Shoemaker was the engineer and superintendent. On June 12, 1909, the first cars hit the streets. They made two models, a roadster and a touring car at $1,500. The company made high-quality, 35-horsepower, four-cylinder cars with a full-floating rear axle. The first photo shows the plant at 705 S. Main at opening. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1683123743007.png" alt="Sellers Motor Car mfg. plant - 705 S. Main - 1909 - by Bailey. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Sellers Motor Car mfg. plant - 705 S. Main - 1909 - by Bailey. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The second photo shows the machining shop. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1683123858308.png" alt="Sellers Motor Car Co. - Machine Shop - 705 S. Main - 1909-1911. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Sellers Motor Car Co. - Machine Shop - 705 S. Main - 1909-1911. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The third photo shows the trimming department about 1910. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1683124752650.png" alt="Sellers Motor Car trimming dept. - 705 S. Main - c. 1910. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Sellers Motor Car trimming dept. - 705 S. Main - c. 1910. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The investors eventually lost their money when it closed in 1912 because they couldn't compete with eastern manufacturers (like Henry Ford's production line). The fourth photo shows the property today with a brick warehouse on it, owned by Midwest Iron Inc. of Kansas City, Missouri.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/5/1683124817668.png" alt="Sellers Motor Car Co. - Midwest Iron warehouse - 705 S. Main - March 26, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Sellers Motor Car Co. - Midwest Iron warehouse - 705 S. Main - March 26, 2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 16

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

The Iris Drive-In, sometimes called the Airport Drive-In Theatre, was built in 1948 by the Sproule brothers: Robert, Carl, Lee and George. 

DBA Sproule Theatre Circuit, the theatre was built at a cost of $75,000 with a 35-by-47-foot screen tower and a 500 car capacity. 

The theatre opened in July of 1948. The first feature was the 1946 comedy "A Night In Casablanca" starring the Marx Brothers. 

The Sproule Brothers built this as well as the State Theatre, later called the Flag Theatre. In May of 1966, Jay Wooten &amp; Dennis Montee purchased the drive-in, DBA Farmington Corporation. They also owned the Ayr-Vu and South Hutch drive-ins. 

The first photo shows The Iris from the air about 1968.

In 1972, Jay and Dennis sold the South Hutch and Iris to Commonwealth Theatres. On June 27, 1973, The Iris reopened as the Airport Drive-In. It started showing R and X-rated films, causing some problems. The venue was closed for good in 1982. 

The property stood empty until 1997 when the Rev. Harold Nelson was able to acquire the property to build a new church. The structures were all razed and, in 1998, The New Hope Baptist Church was built. 

The second photo shows the building at 4815 E. 4th &amp; Obee Rd. today, still the New Hope Baptist Church, with Brian Lee the pastor now.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1682546241775.png" alt="Iris Drive-In - 4th &amp; Obee Rd. c. 1968 (opened 7-2-1948, closed 1982). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Iris Drive-In - 4th &amp; Obee Rd. c. 1968 (opened 7-2-1948, closed 1982). 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 rural corner of East 4th Avenue and North Obee Road. The Iris Drive-In, sometimes called the Airport Drive-In Theatre, was built in 1948 by the Sproule brothers: Robert, Carl, Lee and George. DBA Sproule Theatre Circuit, the theatre was built at a cost of $75,000 with a 35-by-47-foot screen tower and a 500 car capacity. The theatre opened in July of 1948. The first feature was the 1946 comedy "A Night In Casablanca" starring the Marx Brothers. The Sproule Brothers built this as well as the State Theatre, later called the Flag Theatre. In May of 1966, Jay Wooten &amp; Dennis Montee purchased the drive-in, DBA Farmington Corporation. They also owned the Ayr-Vu and South Hutch drive-ins. The first photo shows The Iris from the air about 1968.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1682546241775.png" alt="Iris Drive-In - 4th &amp; Obee Rd. c. 1968 (opened 7-2-1948, closed 1982). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Iris Drive-In - 4th &amp; Obee Rd. c. 1968 (opened 7-2-1948, closed 1982). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1972, Jay and Dennis sold the South Hutch and Iris to Commonwealth Theatres. On June 27, 1973, The Iris reopened as the Airport Drive-In. It started showing R and X-rated films, causing some problems. The venue was closed for good in 1982. The property stood empty until 1997 when the Rev. Harold Nelson was able to acquire the property to build a new church. The structures were all razed and, in 1998, The New Hope Baptist Church was built. The second photo shows the building at 4815 E. 4th &amp; Obee Rd. today, still the New Hope Baptist Church, with Brian Lee the pastor now.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1682546200480.png" alt="Iris Drive-In - New Hope Baptist Church - 4815 E. 4th - 3-26-2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Iris Drive-In - New Hope Baptist Church - 4815 E. 4th - 3-26-2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 15

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the intersection of First Avenue and North Main Street at The Wiley Plaza. 

On Thursday, July 11, 1929, Lyons had 11 inches of rain. All that deluge collected into the Cow Creek Watershed and headed southeast. 

On Friday, July 12, 1929, The Hutch News headline was "Hutchinson Will Be Flooded," telling all the citizens a great wall of water would sweep in from the north. 

Ben Lee, the city engineer, took an airplane ride toward Lyons to look for himself. The wall of water was three miles wide and four-feet deep. He predicted the water would begin pouring into Hutchinson about 8 p.m.

 The dike gates were raised, but were overwhelmed. Saturday, July 13, downtown water levels ranged from one-to-four feet. Train service was entirely cut off because of washed-out tracks. The News basement was submerged, where the presses were. 

Wichita had to print the local paper. The next four photos are among the thousands taken. These are specifically from 1st &amp; Main. 

The first is from the top of the Wiley building looking west toward the Soldier &amp; Sailor monument.

 The second is of two fellows out in 1st street, showing the velocity of the water. 

The third is of the intersection, showing the American National Bank in the background. 

The fourth shows cars of the era in front of the Wiley building. The photo once again shows the water speed. 

This was Hutchinson's greatest natural disaster. It caused more than $1 million in damage — in 1929 dollars!

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1681917059794.png" alt="1929 Flood - Two guys in front of Wiley building. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>1929 Flood - Two guys in front of Wiley building. 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 intersection of First Avenue and North Main Street at The Wiley Plaza. On Thursday, July 11, 1929, Lyons had 11 inches of rain. All that deluge collected into the Cow Creek Watershed and headed southeast. On Friday, July 12, 1929, The Hutch News headline was "Hutchinson Will Be Flooded," telling all the citizens a great wall of water would sweep in from the north. Ben Lee, the city engineer, took an airplane ride toward Lyons to look for himself. The wall of water was three miles wide and four-feet deep. He predicted the water would begin pouring into Hutchinson about 8 p.m. The dike gates were raised, but were overwhelmed. Saturday, July 13, downtown water levels ranged from one-to-four feet. Train service was entirely cut off because of washed-out tracks. The News basement was submerged, where the presses were. Wichita had to print the local paper. The next four photos are among the thousands taken. These are specifically from 1st &amp; Main. The first is from the top of the Wiley building looking west toward the Soldier &amp; Sailor monument.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1681916990791.png" alt="1929 Flood - 1st St. - looking east from Wiley building: 7-13-29. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>1929 Flood - 1st St. - looking east from Wiley building: 7-13-29. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure> The second is of two fellows out in 1st street, showing the velocity of the water. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1681917059794.png" alt="1929 Flood - Two guys in front of Wiley building. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>1929 Flood - Two guys in front of Wiley building. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The third is of the intersection, showing the American National Bank in the background. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1681917107838.png" alt="1929 Flood - American National Bank - S.E. Corner 1st &amp; Main - 1929 Flood. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>1929 Flood - American National Bank - S.E. Corner 1st &amp; Main - 1929 Flood. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fourth shows cars of the era in front of the Wiley building. The photo once again shows the water speed. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1681917212159.png" alt="1929 Flood - Wiley building flood waters July 13. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>1929 Flood - Wiley building flood waters July 13. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>This was Hutchinson's greatest natural disaster. It caused more than $1 million in damage — in 1929 dollars!To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 14

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 2300 block of East Avenue G on the south side. 

In 1915, airplane flight was in its infancy. Hutchinson had no airport at that time, but it did have Emerson Carey! He was Hutchinson's most-notable entrepreneur and visionary. 

Carey took a section of his farmland and turned it into a landing field. He made his sister, Mrs. W.E. Albright, the live-in manager of the property and the Albright Airfield was born. 

There were many national, as well as state, notables who made their way through this facility. Carey even started the Hutchinson Airways Corp. for transporting mail and small packages. The first photo shows that plane.

 He also started a pilot training school, known as the Mid-American Air College. The second photo shows that plane.

 Carey named his son, William, as president of both the airways and the college with both offices located at 1326 E. Ave. A, where Interfaith Housing is now located. 

The field was abandoned in 1930 to construct a cement runway airport at 4th and Airport Road. Its dedication was June 6, 1930. That property was also owned by Emerson Carey. 

At the dedication, there were 23 airplanes and two gliders shown for the celebration. The third photo shows an aerial of the Albright Airfield location between Lorraine and Halstead on the south side of East Avenue G.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1681307482908.png" alt="Albright Airfield - Hutchinson Airways Corp. Plane at Albright Airfield - c. 1928. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Albright Airfield - Hutchinson Airways Corp. Plane at Albright Airfield - c. 1928. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 2300 block of East Avenue G on the south side. In 1915, airplane flight was in its infancy. Hutchinson had no airport at that time, but it did have Emerson Carey! He was Hutchinson's most-notable entrepreneur and visionary. Carey took a section of his farmland and turned it into a landing field. He made his sister, Mrs. W.E. Albright, the live-in manager of the property and the Albright Airfield was born. There were many national, as well as state, notables who made their way through this facility. Carey even started the Hutchinson Airways Corp. for transporting mail and small packages. The first photo shows that plane.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1681307482908.png" alt="Albright Airfield - Hutchinson Airways Corp. Plane at Albright Airfield - c. 1928. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Albright Airfield - Hutchinson Airways Corp. Plane at Albright Airfield - c. 1928. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure> He also started a pilot training school, known as the Mid-American Air College. The second photo shows that plane.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1681308954984.png" alt="Albright Airfield - Mid-American Air College Plane at Albright Airfield - 2301 E. Ave. G - c. 1929. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Albright Airfield - Mid-American Air College Plane at Albright Airfield - 2301 E. Ave. G - c. 1929. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure> Carey named his son, William, as president of both the airways and the college with both offices located at 1326 E. Ave. A, where Interfaith Housing is now located. The field was abandoned in 1930 to construct a cement runway airport at 4th and Airport Road. Its dedication was June 6, 1930. That property was also owned by Emerson Carey. At the dedication, there were 23 airplanes and two gliders shown for the celebration. The third photo shows an aerial of the Albright Airfield location between Lorraine and Halstead on the south side of East Avenue G.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1681309105384.png" alt="Albright Airfield Aerial - Avenue G &amp; Halstead - 2011. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Albright Airfield Aerial - Avenue G &amp; Halstead - 2011. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 13

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

The Hutchinson News started in 1872 as a weekly newspaper. By 1886, it had become a daily paper and was doing quite well. 

Ralph Easley was president and managing editor. He decided The News needed a new and larger building, so in 1887 he contracted with the Swift &amp; Congdon Construction company to build a new structure at 13-15 E. Sherman. The first photo shows that opening.

The second photo shows the Hutchinson News staff out front around 1888. 

In July of 1888, the Western Union Telegraph had wired up and moved in upstairs also. The News published out of this building until 1924.

At that time, W.Y. Morgan, the owner then, built a new building at 28 E. 2nd and moved The News there. 

Fast forward to 1969, The Adams Parker Furniture company opened a branch there calling it the "Carriage House." The third photo shows that enterprise, which was there until 1983. 

In 1986, Don Sturgeon purchased the building from Delos Smith and moved his fledgling glass company to the 13-15 E. Sherman address. 

In July 2018, Don Sturgeon retired and sold his glass company to Eshleman Investments L.L.C. out of Salina. The third photo shows the 13-15 E. Sherman building today, still Sturgeon Glass, but managed by Everett Gould.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1680705564387.png" alt="Hutchinson News employees in front of the office at 13-15 E. Sherman c. 1900. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson News employees in front of the office at 13-15 E. Sherman c. 1900. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/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 Sherman Avenue on the south side. The Hutchinson News started in 1872 as a weekly newspaper. By 1886, it had become a daily paper and was doing quite well. Ralph Easley was president and managing editor. He decided The News needed a new and larger building, so in 1887 he contracted with the Swift &amp; Congdon Construction company to build a new structure at 13-15 E. Sherman. The first photo shows that opening.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1680705707427.png" alt="Hutchinson News - 13-15 E. Sherman - c. 1900 (Built 1887). Photo by McInturff. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson News - 13-15 E. Sherman - c. 1900 (Built 1887). Photo by McInturff. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The second photo shows the Hutchinson News staff out front around 1888. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1680705564387.png" alt="Hutchinson News employees in front of the office at 13-15 E. Sherman c. 1900.&nbsp;Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson News employees in front of the office at 13-15 E. Sherman c. 1900.&nbsp;Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In July of 1888, the Western Union Telegraph had wired up and moved in upstairs also. The News published out of this building until 1924.At that time, W.Y. Morgan, the owner then, built a new building at 28 E. 2nd and moved The News there. Fast forward to 1969, The Adams Parker Furniture company opened a branch there calling it the "Carriage House." The third photo shows that enterprise, which was there until 1983. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1680705868477.png" alt="Hutchinson News - Adams Parker Carriage House Furniture - 13-15 E. Sherman 1969-1983 (before Sturgeons in 1986). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson News - Adams Parker Carriage House Furniture - 13-15 E. Sherman 1969-1983 (before Sturgeons in 1986). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1986, Don Sturgeon purchased the building from Delos Smith and moved his fledgling glass company to the 13-15 E. Sherman address. In July 2018, Don Sturgeon retired and sold his glass company to Eshleman Investments L.L.C. out of Salina. The third photo shows the 13-15 E. Sherman building today, still Sturgeon Glass, but managed by Everett Gould.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1680705965466.png" alt="Hutchinson News - Sturgeon Glass - 13-15 E. Sherman - 3-07-2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson News - Sturgeon Glass - 13-15 E. Sherman - 3-07-2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 12

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northwest corner of West Third Avenue and North Washington Streets. The Underwood &amp; Viles Cold Storage Co. was organized about 1900. 

In February 1903, they opened a large facility at 307 N. Washington, costing $60,000. It used 700,000 bricks and had 300,000 cubic feet for storage. 

A large percentage was used to store apples and sweet potatoes. The egg storage rooms were the only ones of their kind for the first 10 years. The first photo shows that company ownership. 

In 1924, the company was owned by Eagan Produce Co. Arthur Eagan was president. In 1929, it was the Hutchinson Produce Co., owned by the Fraziers. The second photo shows that ownership. 

In 1941, J.S. Dillon &amp; Sons purchased the building and it became their cold storage and corporate offices. 

In 1948, Dillons moved its grocery warehouse and offices to 2700 E. 4th. In 1960, the produce storage moved there, too. 

In 1970, Harmon Furniture moved into 307 N. Washington after its downtown store burned down. 

In 1986, the building was razed and the old Nash Finch building, just north of it, was completely remodeled into an office complex named Trend II. 

The third photo shows the property today, still the Trend II office complex, owned by Via Fone Inc. out of Wichita.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1680100803395.png" alt="Underwood &amp; Viles Storage - N.W. Cor. 3rd &amp; Washington - c. 1910. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Underwood &amp; Viles Storage - N.W. Cor. 3rd &amp; Washington - c. 1910. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the northwest corner of West Third Avenue and North Washington Streets. The Underwood &amp; Viles Cold Storage Co. was organized about 1900. In February 1903, they opened a large facility at 307 N. Washington, costing $60,000. It used 700,000 bricks and had 300,000 cubic feet for storage. A large percentage was used to store apples and sweet potatoes. The egg storage rooms were the only ones of their kind for the first 10 years. The first photo shows that company ownership. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1680100803395.png" alt="Underwood &amp; Viles Storage - N.W. Cor. 3rd &amp; Washington - c. 1910. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Underwood &amp; Viles Storage - N.W. Cor. 3rd &amp; Washington - c. 1910. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1924, the company was owned by Eagan Produce Co. Arthur Eagan was president. In 1929, it was the Hutchinson Produce Co., owned by the Fraziers. The second photo shows that ownership. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1680100911885.png" alt="Underwood &amp; Viles - Eagan Produce - N.W. Cor. 3rd &amp; Washington - 1929. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Underwood &amp; Viles - Eagan Produce - N.W. Cor. 3rd &amp; Washington - 1929. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1941, J.S. Dillon &amp; Sons purchased the building and it became their cold storage and corporate offices. In 1948, Dillons moved its grocery warehouse and offices to 2700 E. 4th. In 1960, the produce storage moved there, too. In 1970, Harmon Furniture moved into 307 N. Washington after its downtown store burned down. In 1986, the building was razed and the old Nash Finch building, just north of it, was completely remodeled into an office complex named Trend II. The third photo shows the property today, still the Trend II office complex, owned by Via Fone Inc. out of Wichita.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1680101267348.png" alt="Underwood &amp; Viles - Trend II - N.W. Cor. 3rd &amp; Washington - 2-19-2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Underwood &amp; Viles - Trend II - N.W. Cor. 3rd &amp; Washington - 2-19-2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 11

&nbsp;STEVE HARMON Hutch Post Contributor

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

In 1887, a stone cutter named John Milligan started Milligan Marble Works at 312 E. 2nd. Later, he hired and trained a valuable employee named William Howard. 

They built a new building at 202 N. Maple to have railway access. Howard's son, Lerlowe Howard, started learning the trade at a young age.

 In 1909, 10-year-old Lerlowe carved a huge limestone puppy — 1,000 pounds and 3 ½-feet tall. In 1917, when WW1 broke out, Lerlowe enlisted and died in 1918 at the Battle of Chateau Thierry. 

In 1919, William Howard purchased the Monument business from Milligan with Lerlowe's government death benefit. The first photo shows Howard Monument Works in 1929 with Lerlowe's Puppy out front.

 Howard sold the Monument Co. to Charles &amp; Ester Wagner in 1960 with the promise to keep Lerlowe's Puppy. The second photo shows the newly-remodeled Wagner Memorial building in 1960 with Lerlowe's Puppy still out front. 

Dale Evans bought the business in 1981. In 2009, after being outside for 100 years, Dale decided to bring the quickly-eroding puppy indoors to help preserve him. The third photo shows Lerlowe's Puppy today in his historical corner at Wagners. 

The fourth photo shows Wagner Memorial today, still at 202 N. Maple, with the business being 136 years old. It is now owned by Wilbert Funeral Services out of Overland Park with Dale Evans serving as manager.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1679495068926.png" alt="Howard &amp; Son Monument Works - 202 N. Maple - 1929. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Howard &amp; Son Monument Works - 202 N. Maple - 1929. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>&nbsp;STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the 200 block of North Maple Street on the east side.In 1887, a stone cutter named John Milligan started Milligan Marble Works at 312 E. 2nd. Later, he hired and trained a valuable employee named William Howard. They built a new building at 202 N. Maple to have railway access. Howard's son, Lerlowe Howard, started learning the trade at a young age. In 1909, 10-year-old Lerlowe carved a huge limestone puppy — 1,000 pounds and 3 ½-feet tall. In 1917, when WW1 broke out, Lerlowe enlisted and died in 1918 at the Battle of Chateau Thierry. In 1919, William Howard purchased the Monument business from Milligan with Lerlowe's government death benefit. The first photo shows Howard Monument Works in 1929 with Lerlowe's Puppy out front.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1679495068926.png" alt="Howard &amp; Son Monument Works with Lerlowe's Puppy - 202 N. Maple - 1929. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Howard &amp; Son Monument Works with Lerlowe's Puppy - 202 N. Maple - 1929. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure> Howard sold the Monument Co. to Charles &amp; Ester Wagner in 1960 with the promise to keep Lerlowe's Puppy. The second photo shows the newly-remodeled Wagner Memorial building in 1960 with Lerlowe's Puppy still out front. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1679495645638.png" alt="Howard Monument - Wagner Memorial - 202 N. Maple - 1960 (at purchase from Howard Monument). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Howard Monument - Wagner Memorial - 202 N. Maple - 1960 (at purchase from Howard Monument). Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Dale Evans bought the business in 1981. In 2009, after being outside for 100 years, Dale decided to bring the quickly-eroding puppy indoors to help preserve him. The third photo shows Lerlowe's Puppy today in his historical corner at Wagners. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1679495732839.png" alt="Howard Monument - Lerlowe's Puppy - 202 N. Maple - 2-15-2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Howard Monument - Lerlowe's Puppy - 202 N. Maple - 2-15-2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The fourth photo shows Wagner Memorial today, still at 202 N. Maple, with the business being 136 years old. It is now owned by Wilbert Funeral Services out of Overland Park with Dale Evans serving as manager.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1679495820648.png" alt="Howard Monument - Wagner Memorial - 202 N. Maple - 2-15-2023. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Howard Monument - Wagner Memorial - 202 N. Maple - 2-15-2023. 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://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 10

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

In 1898, it became apparent that Reno County needed a new and larger courthouse. Bonds were passed in 1899 and 200 S. Main was selected for the location. 

Architect D.T. Depry of Hutch was selected to design it. The cornerstone was laid on Aug. 2 of 1900. It took almost a year for construction at a final cost of $54,000.

It opened June 25, 1901. The first photo shows the courthouse finished with the jail immediately behind it at 15 E. Ave. B. 

Everything went along fine until 1924 when the courthouse started developing large cracks in the brick and limestone walls due to settling.

It was decided that the settling was being caused by the Carey Salt brine plant south of the courthouse. The courthouse was abandoned in 1927 and offices were scattered around the city until a replacement courthouse was built. 

After the property was cleared, Dillons purchased it and built a new Dillons Food Market #1 in 1933. The second photo shows that store about 1950. This store was here from 1934 to 1979. 

In 1981, Dillons worked a deal with The Salvation Army to open a thrift store in the old building. The third photo shows the 200 S. Main property today, still housing The Salvation Army Thrift Store, overseen by Maj. Paul James from their home at 700 N. Walnut.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1678889832275.jpeg" alt="Reno County Court House &amp; Reno County Jail - S. E. Cor. Ave. B &amp; Main - c. 1910. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Reno County Court House &amp; Reno County Jail - S. E. Cor. Ave. B &amp; Main - c. 1910. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southeast corner of Avenue B and Main Streets.In 1898, it became apparent that Reno County needed a new and larger courthouse. Bonds were passed in 1899 and 200 S. Main was selected for the location. Architect D.T. Depry of Hutch was selected to design it. The cornerstone was laid on Aug. 2 of 1900. It took almost a year for construction at a final cost of $54,000.It opened June 25, 1901. The first photo shows the courthouse finished with the jail immediately behind it at 15 E. Ave. B. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1678889832275.jpeg" alt="Reno County Court House &amp; Reno County Jail - S. E. Cor. Ave. B &amp; Main - c. 1910. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Reno County Court House &amp; Reno County Jail - S. E. Cor. Ave. B &amp; Main - c. 1910. Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Everything went along fine until 1924 when the courthouse started developing large cracks in the brick and limestone walls due to settling.It was decided that the settling was being caused by the Carey Salt brine plant south of the courthouse. The courthouse was abandoned in 1927 and offices were scattered around the city until a replacement courthouse was built. After the property was cleared, Dillons purchased it and built a new Dillons Food Market #1 in 1933. The second photo shows that store about 1950. This store was here from 1934 to 1979. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1678890115089.jpeg" alt="Reno County Court House - Dillons Food Market Store #1 - 200 S. Main - Ave B &amp; Main c. 1950 (1934 to 1979).&nbsp;Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Reno County Court House - Dillons Food Market Store #1 - 200 S. Main - Ave B &amp; Main c. 1950 (1934 to 1979).&nbsp;Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1981, Dillons worked a deal with The Salvation Army to open a thrift store in the old building. The third photo shows the 200 S. Main property today, still housing The Salvation Army Thrift Store, overseen by Maj. Paul James from their home at 700 N. Walnut.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1678890261350.jpeg" alt="Reno County Court House - Salvation Army Thrift Store - 200 S. Main - 2-09-2023.&nbsp;Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Reno County Court House - Salvation Army Thrift Store - 200 S. Main - 2-09-2023.&nbsp;Courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 9

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the unit block of East Avenue B on the south side. The year is 1887, Hutchinson is growing quickly and so is crime. 

On May 23, 1887, a special election was held and passed to build a new jail. Hopkins &amp; Holland Architects of Topeka was selected to design it. The Reno County Jail was completed on March 22, 1888. 

The first photo shows the building at opening, taken by Glines.

Each sheriff and their families lived in this building, with the sheriff's wife acting as the matron. 

The second photo shows Sheriff John W. Jones, his family and his deputies out front in 1892 (from Jim Potter).

In 1900, the third Reno County Courthouse was built just to the west of the jail. 

This courthouse began having some structural problems and had to be replaced in 1930.

In 1931, the new courthouse at 206 W. 1st was opened and the Reno County Jail was moved there. 

In 1934, a new police and fire station was built across the street at 16 E. Ave B — that became the city jail. The old jail was then razed and the City of Turon took a section of the old jail for its use. 

In 1935, a storage warehouse was built on the old 15 E. Ave. B property. 

In 1985, Russell Johnston purchased this building and remodeled it to house his fledgling new ACS business. 

The third photo shows the property at 15 E. Ave B today, still ACS (Applied Computer Services). ACS does printing and direct mailing. It is still owned by Russell Johnston. The business has been at this location for 38 years.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1678290299798.jpeg" alt="Reno County Jail - 15 E. Ave B - Built 1888 (by Glines). Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Reno County Jail - 15 E. Ave B - Built 1888 (by Glines). Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>&nbsp;STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the unit block of East Avenue B on the south side. The year is 1887, Hutchinson is growing quickly and so is crime. On May 23, 1887, a special election was held and passed to build a new jail. Hopkins &amp; Holland Architects of Topeka was selected to design it. The Reno County Jail was completed on March 22, 1888. The first photo shows the building at opening, taken by Glines.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1678290299798.jpeg" alt="Reno County Jail - 15 E. Ave B - Built 1888 (by Glines).&nbsp;Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Reno County Jail - 15 E. Ave B - Built 1888 (by Glines).&nbsp;Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Each sheriff and their families lived in this building, with the sheriff's wife acting as the matron. The second photo shows Sheriff John W. Jones, his family and his deputies out front in 1892 (from Jim Potter).<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1678290438960.jpeg" alt="Reno County Jail - with Sheriff John W. Jones in front - 15 E. Ave B - 1892.&nbsp;Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Reno County Jail - with Sheriff John W. Jones in front - 15 E. Ave B - 1892.&nbsp;Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1900, the third Reno County Courthouse was built just to the west of the jail. This courthouse began having some structural problems and had to be replaced in 1930.In 1931, the new courthouse at 206 W. 1st was opened and the Reno County Jail was moved there. In 1934, a new police and fire station was built across the street at 16 E. Ave B — that became the city jail. The old jail was then razed and the City of Turon took a section of the old jail for its use. In 1935, a storage warehouse was built on the old 15 E. Ave. B property. In 1985, Russell Johnston purchased this building and remodeled it to house his fledgling new ACS business. The third photo shows the property at 15 E. Ave B today, still ACS (Applied Computer Services). ACS does printing and direct mailing. It is still owned by Russell Johnston. The business has been at this location for 38 years.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1678290356008.png" alt="Reno County Jail - ACS - 15 E. Ave. B (taken Feb. 8, 2023).&nbsp;Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Reno County Jail - ACS - 15 E. Ave. B (taken Feb. 8, 2023).&nbsp;Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 8

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the Unit Block of East 1st Avenue on the south side to the P &amp; O Garage, opened as the Painter &amp; Oliphant Motor Co. in March of 1914 at 25 E. 1st Ave. 

They were the distributor for the Mitchell-Lewis, Oakland and Krit auto lines. The first photo shows their complete line of all their autos for the 1915 model year. This includes a Model M Grant, an Oakland Speedster, a Krit Touring Car, an Oakland Model 37 touring car, an Oakland Model 49 more expensive car, and two larger Mitchell's.

In 1917, this facility was purchased by the Arnold Motor Co. of Wichita and became a Hutchinson outlet managed by J.L. Bascom. They sold Marmon and Dodge Brothers autos. A second and third story was added to this building and, in 1928, Montgomery Ward &amp; Co. opened here. 

In 1934, Montgomery Ward moved to a Main Street location and this became its warehouse. In 1950, The Great American Life Ins. Co. moved here from 102 S. Walnut with Frank Hadden as the office president. 

The second photo shows this company in 1970. In the 1980s, it had a false front on the building. 

Great American ceased to have an office here in 1993. Donna Brigman had her art studios here from 2000 to 2008. 

In 2008, Brad Easter purchased the building for his Pools Plus business. The third photo shows the 21-23 East 1st location today, still Pools Plus, with the business being run by Jake Easter. Enjoy!

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1677709300021.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></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 1st Avenue on the south side to the P &amp; O Garage, opened as the Painter &amp; Oliphant Motor Co. in March of 1914 at 25 E. 1st Ave. They were the distributor for the Mitchell-Lewis, Oakland and Krit auto lines. The first photo shows their complete line of all their autos for the 1915 model year. This includes a Model M Grant, an Oakland Speedster, a Krit Touring Car, an Oakland Model 37 touring car, an Oakland Model 49 more expensive car, and two larger Mitchell's.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1677709300021.jpeg" alt="P &amp; O Garage - Agency for Mitchell, Oakland &amp; Krit Cars - 21-23 E. 1st &amp; Hoke Bldg. (Built 1910 by James Hoke) - 25 E. 1st - c. 1915.&nbsp;Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>P &amp; O Garage - Agency for Mitchell, Oakland &amp; Krit Cars - 21-23 E. 1st &amp; Hoke Bldg. (Built 1910 by James Hoke) - 25 E. 1st - c. 1915.&nbsp;Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1917, this facility was purchased by the Arnold Motor Co. of Wichita and became a Hutchinson outlet managed by J.L. Bascom. They sold Marmon and Dodge Brothers autos. A second and third story was added to this building and, in 1928, Montgomery Ward &amp; Co. opened here. In 1934, Montgomery Ward moved to a Main Street location and this became its warehouse. In 1950, The Great American Life Ins. Co. moved here from 102 S. Walnut with Frank Hadden as the office president. The second photo shows this company in 1970. In the 1980s, it had a false front on the building. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1677709227406.jpeg" alt="P &amp; O Garage - Great American Life &amp; Hoke Bldg. - 23 &amp; 25 E. 1st c. 1970.&nbsp;Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>P &amp; O Garage - Great American Life &amp; Hoke Bldg. - 23 &amp; 25 E. 1st c. 1970.&nbsp;Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Great American ceased to have an office here in 1993. Donna Brigman had her art studios here from 2000 to 2008. In 2008, Brad Easter purchased the building for his Pools Plus business. The third photo shows the 21-23 East 1st location today, still Pools Plus, with the business being run by Jake Easter. Enjoy!<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/3/1677709519644.png" alt="P &amp; O Garage - Pools Plus - 21-23 E. 1st - Jan. 30, 2023. Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>P &amp; O Garage - Pools Plus - 21-23 E. 1st - Jan. 30, 2023. Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 7

Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the Southwest corner of West Avenue C and South Adams Street. 

In 1904, Hutchinson decided it needed to get into the Minor League Baseball business. The city decided to build a baseball park that could accommodate the larger crowds that a minor league team would need. 

The Hutchinson Athletic Park opened in June of 1905 at Avenue C &amp; Adams. They joined the Western Association and, on July 12 of 1906, the St. Joseph Packers moved here to become The Hutchinson Salt Packers, with W.F. Cook assuming the role of field manager. The first photo (taken by Sam Hirst) shows that ballpark. 

The 1907 Salt Packers were a special team, managed by Jay A. (Doc) Andrews. He landed 17-year-old pitcher Howard Ellsworth (Smoky Joe) Wood. Smoky Joe had a blazing fastball. 

The second photo shows the 1907 Salt Packers team. 

The Salt Packers went 18-11 in their 29 games that year. Smoky Joe caught the attention of the Boston Red Sox . He was immediately moved to the Kansas City Triple-A affiliate and then was with Boston to start the 1908 season. Smoky Joe was one of only 13 pitchers to win 30 or more games in a single season (going 34-5 in 1912) since 1900. Walter Johnson once said, "There is no man alive that can throw harder than Smoky Joe Wood."

 After 1911, baseball was moved to the Carey Park location. The old stadium was razed and, about 1935, a large warehouse was constructed on the property. 

About 1950, the Rudy Patrick Seed Co. formed at this location. In 1973, The Greenbush Seed &amp; Supply purchased the Rudy Patrick location and has been there ever since. 

The third photo shows the property today, still owned by the Greenbush Seed and Supply Co. of Parsons.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1677153708322.jpeg" alt="Hutchinson Athletic Park &amp; Salt Packers Team 1907 Baseball Team with Smoky Joe Wood - By Hirst. Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Athletic Park &amp; Salt Packers Team 1907 Baseball Team with Smoky Joe Wood - By Hirst. Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1677153581036.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the Southwest corner of West Avenue C and South Adams Street. In 1904, Hutchinson decided it needed to get into the Minor League Baseball business. The city decided to build a baseball park that could accommodate the larger crowds that a minor league team would need. The Hutchinson Athletic Park opened in June of 1905 at Avenue C &amp; Adams. They joined the Western Association and, on July 12 of 1906, the St. Joseph Packers moved here to become The Hutchinson Salt Packers, with W.F. Cook assuming the role of field manager. The first photo (taken by Sam Hirst) shows that ballpark. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1677153688377.jpeg" alt="Hutchinson Athletic Park 1907 S-W Corner of Ave C &amp; Adams. Photo taken by Sam Hirst and courtesy of the Harmon-Conard Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Athletic Park 1907 S-W Corner of Ave C &amp; Adams. Photo taken by Sam Hirst and courtesy of the Harmon-Conard Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The 1907 Salt Packers were a special team, managed by Jay A. (Doc) Andrews. He landed 17-year-old pitcher Howard Ellsworth (Smoky Joe) Wood. Smoky Joe had a blazing fastball. The second photo shows the 1907 Salt Packers team. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1677153708322.jpeg" alt="Hutchinson Athletic Park &amp; Salt Packers Team 1907 Baseball Team with Smoky Joe Wood - By Hirst. Photo courtesy of the Harmon-Conard Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Athletic Park &amp; Salt Packers Team 1907 Baseball Team with Smoky Joe Wood - By Hirst. Photo courtesy of the Harmon-Conard Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The Salt Packers went 18-11 in their 29 games that year. Smoky Joe caught the attention of the Boston Red Sox . He was immediately moved to the Kansas City Triple-A affiliate and then was with Boston to start the 1908 season. Smoky Joe was one of only 13 pitchers to win 30 or more games in a single season (going 34-5 in 1912) since 1900. Walter Johnson once said, "There is no man alive that can throw harder than Smoky Joe Wood." After 1911, baseball was moved to the Carey Park location. The old stadium was razed and, about 1935, a large warehouse was constructed on the property. About 1950, the Rudy Patrick Seed Co. formed at this location. In 1973, The Greenbush Seed &amp; Supply purchased the Rudy Patrick location and has been there ever since. The third photo shows the property today, still owned by the Greenbush Seed and Supply Co. of Parsons.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1677154644046.png" alt="Hutchinson Athletic Park - Greenbush Seeds - Avenue C &amp; Adams - Jan. 19, 2023. Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hutchinson Athletic Park - Greenbush Seeds - Avenue C &amp; Adams - Jan. 19, 2023. Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a> <a href="https://underkansas.org/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI_KHt9Zeq_QIVwRPUAR3CTwTSEAAYASAAEgJDJPD_BwE">STRATACA Kansas Underground Salt Museum</a><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 6

By STEVE HARMON Hutch Post Contributor

Today's installment from our "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the Northwest corner of West 2nd Avenue and North Adams Street. 

In 1885, Hutchinson built its Gas, Light &amp; Fuel Company at 200 W. 2nd. G.W. Armstrong was the plant manager. This was a coal gasification plant. 

The first photo is of Hutchinson's earliest gas plant. This process filled the big vat on the right with coal and let it steep in water, then spray oil over the heated mix. 

This mixture then emitted a gas, referred to as carbureted water gas. It was then distributed — at that time — through square, wooden piping.

This gas was used for street illumination, and home heating and cook stoves. This process was later replaced and the plant was razed. This property was always owned by the power and light company with a warehouse on it. 

In 1962, KP&amp;L built an office complex at 200 W. 2nd and used it for billing purposes for many years. The second photo shows this building when newly completed. 

After other consolidations, this building was not needed any more. After sitting vacant for many years, it was purchased by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Union. 

The third photo shows the 200 W. 2nd building today, still used as the IBEW Union hall and apprentice training facility.

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<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676502479237.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></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/2023/1/1674658837791.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>By STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's installment from our "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the Northwest corner of West 2nd Avenue and North Adams Street. In 1885, Hutchinson built its Gas, Light &amp; Fuel Company at 200 W. 2nd. G.W. Armstrong was the plant manager. This was a coal gasification plant. The first photo is of Hutchinson's earliest gas plant. This process filled the big vat on the right with coal and let it steep in water, then spray oil over the heated mix. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676502479237.jpeg" alt="Coal Gasification Plant - 200 W. 2nd - N.W.Cor. 2nd &amp; Adams - ca.1885. Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Coal Gasification Plant - 200 W. 2nd - N.W.Cor. 2nd &amp; Adams - ca.1885. Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>This mixture then emitted a gas, referred to as carbureted water gas. It was then distributed — at that time — through square, wooden piping.This gas was used for street illumination, and home heating and cook stoves. This process was later replaced and the plant was razed. This property was always owned by the power and light company with a warehouse on it. In 1962, KP&amp;L built an office complex at 200 W. 2nd and used it for billing purposes for many years. The second photo shows this building when newly completed. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676502723787.jpeg" alt="Coal Gasification Plant - KP&amp;L Business Offices - 200 W. 2nd - when Built 1962 (1962 to 1997). Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Coal Gasification Plant - KP&amp;L Business Offices - 200 W. 2nd - when Built 1962 (1962 to 1997). Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>After other consolidations, this building was not needed any more. After sitting vacant for many years, it was purchased by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Union. The third photo shows the 200 W. 2nd building today, still used as the IBEW Union hall and apprentice training facility.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1676502862210.png" alt="Coal Gasification Plant - IBEW Union Hall &amp; Training Center - 200 W. 2nd.&nbsp;Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Coal Gasification Plant - IBEW Union Hall &amp; Training Center - 200 W. 2nd.&nbsp;Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 5

Today's installment of our "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the intersection of 3rd Avenue and North Main streets. Specifically, the original railway crossing of the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad. 

C.C. Hutchinson came to this spot in the fall of 1871, laid down some stakes and plotted the town he named after himself, working in conjunction with the Santa Fe Railroad in its southwestern expansion. 

With the Homestead Act in place, adventurous folks were flocking this way in the hopes of acquiring new land. On June 27, 1872, all 150 Hutchonians turned out to cheer as the first train steamed its way to the front of the 15-by-60-foot wooden depot, just on the west side of 3rd and Main. 

The first photo shows the congregation that met with the passengers to try to persuade them to make this their home. 

This first train also carried the first printing press used to print the first edition of the Hutchinson News on July 4, 1872. One of those deciding to stay here was Sam Hirst and his father, Hutch's first photographer. 

As Hutch grew quickly, there was a need for a larger passenger depot. In March of 1897, Santa Fe started construction of a Victorian-Style Depot, which opened to the public Oct. 29, 1897. 

The second photo shows that beautiful building, which sat on the east side of 3rd and Main, blocking off Walnut Street. 

As rail passenger usage declined, the need for the elaborate depots went by the wayside. This depot was used until 1955 when the current depot was opened closer to Main Street, just south of 3rd. 

The third photo is the Amtrak passenger depot today, which just underwent a slight remodeling.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/1/1674658837791.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></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."By STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's installment of our "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the intersection of 3rd Avenue and North Main streets. Specifically, the original railway crossing of the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad. C.C. Hutchinson came to this spot in the fall of 1871, laid down some stakes and plotted the town he named after himself, working in conjunction with the Santa Fe Railroad in its southwestern expansion. With the Homestead Act in place, adventurous folks were flocking this way in the hopes of acquiring new land. On June 27, 1872, all 150 Hutchonians turned out to cheer as the first train steamed its way to the front of the 15-by-60-foot wooden depot, just on the west side of 3rd and Main. The first photo shows the congregation that met with the passengers to try to persuade them to make this their home. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1675876013764.jpeg" alt="Santa Fe Passenger Depot - 1872 Original Station - 3rd and Main.&nbsp;Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Santa Fe Passenger Depot - 1872 Original Station - 3rd and Main.&nbsp;Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>This first train also carried the first printing press used to print the first edition of the Hutchinson News on July 4, 1872. One of those deciding to stay here was Sam Hirst and his father, Hutch's first photographer. As Hutch grew quickly, there was a need for a larger passenger depot. In March of 1897, Santa Fe started construction of a Victorian-Style Depot, which opened to the public Oct. 29, 1897. The second photo shows that beautiful building, which sat on the east side of 3rd and Main, blocking off Walnut Street. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1675876278235.jpeg" alt="Santa Fe Passenger Depot - 1897 Victorian Style - 2nd and Walnut - 1908 (By Bailey).&nbsp;Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Santa Fe Passenger Depot - 1897 Victorian Style - 2nd and Walnut - 1908 (By Bailey).&nbsp;Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>As rail passenger usage declined, the need for the elaborate depots went by the wayside. This depot was used until 1955 when the current depot was opened closer to Main Street, just south of 3rd. The third photo is the Amtrak passenger depot today, which just underwent a slight remodeling.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1675876689758.png" alt="Santa Fe Passenger Depot - 1955 Station - Today - 3rd and Main. Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Santa Fe Passenger Depot - 1955 Station - Today - 3rd and Main. Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 4

​​​​Today's installment from our "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southwest corner of North Main Street and West Second Avenue. 

The building at 127 N. Main was built in 1885 by John M. Brehm to house his Grocery and Queensware (China &amp; Glassware) business. In September 1900, Phil Hostutler &amp; Eugene Bussinger opened up a clothing for gents business there, mostly boots, shoes, hats and caps. 

The first photo shows this business during the 1903 flood. 

In January 1904, Hostutler left the partnership to become Bussingers Clothing. About 1915, it became the Hoagland Clothing Co. About 1930, it became the Roy Mason Clothing Co. About 1940, it became the Howard Watsons Men Clothing Co. 

In 1960, Joe Biles &amp; Bill Long partnered to make it the Biles &amp; Long Men's Wear. The second photo shows the Biles &amp; Long store about 1970. 

In 1991, the long run of men's clothing stores here came to an end. Greg Payton &amp; Art Long remodeled the building back to its original look. 

That's when Richard Westphal moved his young jewelry business into this location. 

The third photo shows the business at 127 N. Main today, still Westphal Jewelers, with the building being owned by JGP Properties L.L.C.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1675313136510.jpeg" alt="Hostutler &amp; Bussinger - Biles &amp; Long - 127 N. Main - c. 1970. Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Photo Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hostutler &amp; Bussinger - Biles &amp; Long - 127 N. Main - c. 1970. Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Photo Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/1/1674658837791.png" alt="" />
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 </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."By STEVE HARMON Hutch Post Contributor​​​​Today's installment from our "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the southwest corner of North Main Street and West Second Avenue. The building at 127 N. Main was built in 1885 by John M. Brehm to house his Grocery and Queensware (China &amp; Glassware) business. In September 1900, Phil Hostutler &amp; Eugene Bussinger opened up a clothing for gents business there, mostly boots, shoes, hats and caps. The first photo shows this business during the 1903 flood. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1675313051186.jpeg" alt="Hostutler &amp; Bussinger - 127 N. Main - 1903 flood.&nbsp;Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hostutler &amp; Bussinger - 127 N. Main - 1903 flood.&nbsp;Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In January 1904, Hostutler left the partnership to become Bussingers Clothing. About 1915, it became the Hoagland Clothing Co. About 1930, it became the Roy Mason Clothing Co. About 1940, it became the Howard Watsons Men Clothing Co. In 1960, Joe Biles &amp; Bill Long partnered to make it the Biles &amp; Long Men's Wear. The second photo shows the Biles &amp; Long store about 1970. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1675313136510.jpeg" alt="Hostutler &amp; Bussinger - Biles &amp; Long - 127 N. Main - c. 1970.&nbsp;Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hostutler &amp; Bussinger - Biles &amp; Long - 127 N. Main - c. 1970.&nbsp;Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1991, the long run of men's clothing stores here came to an end. Greg Payton &amp; Art Long remodeled the building back to its original look. That's when Richard Westphal moved his young jewelry business into this location. The third photo shows the business at 127 N. Main today, still Westphal Jewelers, with the building being owned by JGP Properties L.L.C.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/2/1675313240872.png" alt="Hostutler &amp; Bussinger -Westphal Jewelers - 127 N. Main.&nbsp;Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Hostutler &amp; Bussinger -Westphal Jewelers - 127 N. Main.&nbsp;Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a><a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 3

Today's installment from our Throwback Thursday collection takes us to the northwest corner of North Lorraine Street and East Eleventh Avenue. 

After the discovery of salt in Hutchinson in 1885, salt evaporation plants popped up everywhere. One of those was the Western Salt Co. 

It was chartered on Aug. 17, 1888, with a capital stock of $50,000. By October of 1889, it was producing a capacity of 1,200 barrels of salt daily, with R.R. Price as the president of the company. 

In 1890, it was shuttered but was started up again in 1893 by Samuel Matthews. By 1895, due to consolidations and buyouts, Western was gone as well as many more, and Hutch was down to the big three: Barton, Carey and Morton. 

This property then became nothing more than a sand pit and landfill until 1960 when George and Frank Stuckey built a large Morton metal building and moved their lumber yard from downtown at 15 E. 4th to this location. 

This business was here from 1961 to 2004. 

The second photo shows the Stuckey Lumber facility in 2004, right before closing. 

The structure was then razed and the property was sold to Tractor Supply Co., who built a new building there at that time. 

The third photo shows the property today, still Tractor Supply and now addressed as 1203 N. Lorraine. Owned by the Hansen Trust of Eagle Nebraska.

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<figure>
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 </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."By STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorToday's installment from our Throwback Thursday collection takes us to the northwest corner of North Lorraine Street and East Eleventh Avenue. After the discovery of salt in Hutchinson in 1885, salt evaporation plants popped up everywhere. One of those was the Western Salt Co. It was chartered on Aug. 17, 1888, with a capital stock of $50,000. By October of 1889, it was producing a capacity of 1,200 barrels of salt daily, with R.R. Price as the president of the company. The first photo shows that plant then.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/1/1674659582968.jpeg" alt="Western Salt Co. - 11th &amp; Lorraine - c. 1890 (by Glines). Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Western Salt Co. - 11th &amp; Lorraine - c. 1890 (by Glines). Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In 1890, it was shuttered but was started up again in 1893 by Samuel Matthews. By 1895, due to consolidations and buyouts, Western was gone as well as many more, and Hutch was down to the big three: Barton, Carey and Morton. This property then became nothing more than a sand pit and landfill until 1960 when George and Frank Stuckey built a large Morton metal building and moved their lumber yard from downtown at 15 E. 4th to this location. This business was here from 1961 to 2004. The second photo shows the Stuckey Lumber facility in 2004, right before closing. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/1/1674659697714.jpeg" alt="Western Salt Co. - Stuckey Lumber - K-61 View - 1-10-2004 (at closing).&nbsp;Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Western Salt Co. - Stuckey Lumber - K-61 View - 1-10-2004 (at closing).&nbsp;Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The structure was then razed and the property was sold to Tractor Supply Co., who built a new building there at that time. The third photo shows the property today, still Tractor Supply and now addressed as 1203 N. Lorraine. Owned by the Hansen Trust of Eagle Nebraska.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/1/1674659802766.jpeg" alt="Western Salt Co. - Tractor Supply - 1105 N. Lorraine - 11-27-2022.&nbsp;Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>Western Salt Co. - Tractor Supply - 1105 N. Lorraine - 11-27-2022.&nbsp;Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>To purchase a print, contact:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a> <a href="https://www.hutchchamber.com/">Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce</a><a href="https://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.&nbsp;

📷 Throwback Thursday: Hutch - Then & Now Collection - Vol. 2

Hello again, friends. Today's installment from our "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection" takes us to the unit block of East Avenue A on the north side.

James M. McVay moved to Hutchinson in late 1892 and purchased the Central Livery Stables at 110 S. Main. 

Business went well for him and, in July of 1895, he purchased two buildings at 12 &amp; 14 E. Ave. A, occupied by the Dice boys as blacksmith and mechanics shops. 

These buildings were among the first ever built in this city. Here he erected a new, large livery stable. In 1898, he increased his business by purchasing the Wolcott Hack service. 

In 1909, James was a councilman for the third ward. In March of 1912, James M. died and his wife, Mary, took over the business with her sons. 

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 </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."By STEVE HARMON Hutch Post ContributorHello again, friends. Today's installment from our "Hutch - Then &amp; Now Collection" takes us to the unit block of East Avenue A on the north side.James M. McVay moved to Hutchinson in late 1892 and purchased the Central Livery Stables at 110 S. Main. Business went well for him and, in July of 1895, he purchased two buildings at 12 &amp; 14 E. Ave. A, occupied by the Dice boys as blacksmith and mechanics shops. These buildings were among the first ever built in this city. Here he erected a new, large livery stable. In 1898, he increased his business by purchasing the Wolcott Hack service. In 1909, James was a councilman for the third ward. In March of 1912, James M. died and his wife, Mary, took over the business with her sons. About this time, Mary got into horse racing big time and had many champions. In 1915, the McVay brothers got into the taxi-cab service. The first photo shows the McVay Livery and Taxi Service in 1916, right as the Salt City Business College building was being completed.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/1/1674087127117.jpeg" alt="McVay Livery &amp; Taxi Service - 14 E. Ave. A - ca. 1916. Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>McVay Livery &amp; Taxi Service - 14 E. Ave. A - ca. 1916. Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>The second photo shows the McVay Brothers Auto Storage (about 1928) getting ready for a state fair exhibit. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/1/1674086956677.jpeg" alt="McVay Bros. Auto Storage - 14 E. Ave. A - ca. 1928. Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>McVay Bros. Auto Storage - 14 E. Ave. A - ca. 1928. Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>In the 1940s, they had a rental car program. In the 1950s, they had a bus line stop there. In the 1960s, they had an ambulance service there. In 1974, the McVay family ended their part of the business at this location and others took over. L.P.F. Equipment Supply took over the property in 1977 and the business was no longer known as McVay's. The third photo shows the building today owned by S &amp; N Richardson L.L.C. with the building being used for Performance Auto. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/1/1674087014823.jpeg" alt="McVay Building - 14 &amp; 16 E. Ave. A. Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection." />
 <figcaption>McVay Building - 14 &amp; 16 E. Ave. A. Photo courtesy of the Conard-Harmon Collection.</figcaption>
 </figure>Enjoy!To purchase a print, contact: <a href="mailto:sharmon5@cox.net">sharmon5@cox.net</a>.Throwback Thursday is brought to you by:<a href="https://gambinospizza.com/">Gambino's Pizza</a> <a href="https://www.myhutchinsonfurniture.com/?utm_source=EWS&amp;utm_medium=Google&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8YL-_6nS_AIVzxbUAR37_APuEAAYASAAEgKDaPD_BwE">Sleep Shoppe &amp; Furniture Gallery</a><a href="https://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.&nbsp;&nbsp;