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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1KO6_josiah-colborn_Iola-KS.html
Josiah Colborn was one of the founding fathers and first businessmen of Iola. He was the husband of Iola Colborn, Iola's namesake.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1KNY_east-jackson-street-businesses_Iola-KS.html
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The YMCA was built in this block in 1907. It featured an indoor swimming pool, bowling alley, and various sporting amenities. The cost of upkeep led to the building being torn down.
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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1KNW_iola-police-department_Iola-KS.html
The Iola Kansas Police Department formed in 1880. These are photos of officers from the early 1900s.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1KNV_andrews-auto-stores_Iola-KS.html
This building was located at the corner of North Street and Jackson Avenue. It was torn down to accommodate the construction of a new City Hall. Although it says Andrews Auto store, it was said that he had everything, if he could find it.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1KNU_granny-cowden_Iola-KS.html
Granny Cowden was believed to have been the 1st white woman in Kansas. You can visit her grave in the Civil War section at the Iola Cemetery west of town on Highway 54. You can also find out more about her in the Allen County Historical Museum at …
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1KNS_east-jackson-street-businesses_Iola-KS.html
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Notice Iola's 1st horse-drawn ambulances and hearse in front of Culbertson's building. The top floor, as well as the west entrance on the bottom was used for Culbertson's mortuary business, and the east side was an art s…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1KN7_north-jefferson-avenue-businesses_Iola-KS.html
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This building was owned by Dr. O.L. Garlinghouse who had a medical practice on the second floor. Notice the awnings are on the side of the building facing the afternoon sun. Air conditioning was non-existent at this time…
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1KN5_doctor-o-l-garlinghouse_Iola-KS.html
Dr. O.L. Garlinghouse was believed to be ahead of his time in his medical practice. His office was equipped with x-ray and electrotherapy and was located in the building in the photo on the other side of this sign.
historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1KN4_north-jefferson-avenue-businesses_Iola-KS.html
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These buildings were developed after 1910. During this period, there were a number of meat markets throughout Iola. With the lack of refrigeration, people had to buy fresh meat daily.
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historicalmarkerproject/markers/HM1KN2_john-walter-scott_Iola-KS.html
1859 was a monumental year for John Walter Scott. He was elected president of the 1st Iola Town Company, was a county commissioner, and was a member of the legislature. Each of the 60 plus town company members had to make a substantial contributio…