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Newspaper clipping of Floyd Britt, pro wrestler from Sylvan Grove.

This photo of the Henry Heine residence and Sylvan Water Tower (near 4th & Illinois) was taken from the Eugene Cross home located to the north across old Highway 18.

Located 3 1/2 miles west of Sylvan Grove

Interior of Hopfer Store, later purchased by Ray Eckelman

James Wilson Family, Sylvan Grove, Kansas

Joe worked at the Farmer's Elevator at Sylvan Grove, shown in background.

Ladies dressed in their finest on Sylvan Grove's Main St., possibly during the County Fair.

Entertainment took on many forms at the County Fair. Here spectators watch acrobats perform as the band provides music. Bands from surrounding towns each had their day to entertain, including the Fort Riley Army Band.
"Sylvan Fair" written on…

Panoramic View of the 1915 Fair, Sylvan Grove, Kansas.
"Lincoln Co. Fair 1915. Sylvan Grove, Kan." written on bottom of image.

Cattle, horses and mules were shown by area stockmen at the 1916 County Fair.
"Stock Show, Sylvan Grove Fair 1916." Written on image.