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Photograph shows exterior of Willows Stationery Store purchased by Clarence Wickes in 1893 from O. K. Smith. Operated by Lew Wickes. Located on Walnut Street directly behind what is now Linebaugh's Pharmacy. In this 1895 photo, (left to right) Harvey O. Wickes, Bert Wickes, O. K. Smith, Lew Wickes, and Geo McCollough (local drug clerk). To the right is the Willows Volunteer Fire Department composed No. 1. and No. 2. hoses operated by hand pump were only equipment.
Wickes, Harvey O Wickes, Bert Smith, O. K Wickes, Lew McCollough, George Business enterprises Buildings Fire stations Clothing & dress--1890-1900 Portraits, Group
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