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Built in 1910, the Sylvan Grove High School served the community until the late 1940's when it was replaced by a new school. The brick school stood north of the "new" school until it was demolished.

West Grain Elevator

The 1935 flood covered the Sylvan Fairgrounds

Photo taken from southwest corner of depot at Sylvan Grove.

View from southeast of depot. Sign reads "Riding or Driving on Platforms Forbidden."

Looking east from Sylvan Grove Depot.

Sylvan Grove Railroad Depot - view of west end of building.

Early photo (1890-1905?) of Sylvan Grove Depot showing train arriving from the west. Signage: Large sign - Salina 47 miles, Oakley 178 miles. Small sign on south side - Western Union Telegraph ? Cable Office.

The "Cozy" was Sylvan's community center for events such as basketball, roller skating, plays, commencement and movies. It served the town until 1961 when it was demolished. The folks in this photo took a break from roller skating to pose.

Gustav Becker in his blacksmith shop, Sylvan Grove, KS
"Gustav Becker In his Blacksmith Shop Sylvan Grove, Kansas" written on image.