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Class of 1927 Arch

525 N. 3rd St., Girard, IL
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This arch at the North Mac School was constructed by the Class of 1927 and welcomes students to the Girard Public Schools campus. It's only one year younger than the Mother Road itself! You drive right past this on the west side of old 66 (IL-4) not long after you enter town.

The rather simple but elegant plaque reads: "Girard Township High School - Class of 1927". This photo was snapped in 2015, nearly 90 years after the arch was created as a gift from the class of 1927.

Photo(s): 2015

 



 

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