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1899 – Archbold 4th Of July

The following photo shows the Fourth of July celebrations in Archbold. The photo was taken on July 4th in 1899. Located behind the area of…

1960 – Bryan Bonded Service Station

    On June 16, 1960, the Bonded service station located at the northeast corner of High and Portland streets in Bryan commenced its operations.…

Historic Reflection: 1880 – Swanton A.D. Baker

HISTORIC REFLECTION … The following picture shows the A.D. Baker Co. building located by railroad tracks circa 1880. Photo provided by the Fulton County Museum.  …

Historic Reflection: Paul’s Harness Shop Fire

HISTORIC REFLECTION … Fire destroyed Paul’s Harness Shop on North Defiance Street in Stryker. In the mid-1950s, Paul Nafziger began repairing and making harness as…