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1870s Grist Mill & Feed Store Building

1112 Military Ave., Baxter Springs, KS
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This attractive little building started out as a grist mill and feed store in the 1870s and 80s. In early 1919 it was a 5 table pool hall that was listed for urgent sale due to health. By May of 1920 a W. C. Gratham was reportedly running a Confectionery and Bookstore at this address. Many of these small building saw frequent changes of tenants.

The street number is seen in the very cool etched glass in the entry doors.

Photo(s): 2016

 



 

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