Katharine Korte Andrew
Frances Elizabeth Coates Grace: The Grace Family, Hemingway, and Opera (1898-1988)
Frances Elizabeth Coates Grace (1898-1988) was more than a celebrated soprano; she was a pivotal figure in Hinsdale's cultural history....
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Katharine Korte Andrew
Feb 14
The Charm and Eccentricity of Victorian Valentine's Day Cards
Valentine's Day, a celebration of love and affection, has seen its customs and traditions evolve remarkably over the centuries. One of...
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Janet Miller
Feb 6
From the Archives: Hinsdale Canning Association
By Janet Miller and Katharine Korte Andrew The conclusion of World War II is now almost eight decades in the past, and the number of...
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Tyler Folkmann
Jan 25
Oral History Interview with Irving Clarke
Interviewer: Tyler Folkmann Interviewee: Irving Clarke Date: 06/05/2022 Interviewee age: 98 WHEN DID YOU JOIN THE NAVY? When did I join...
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Janet Miller
Jan 24
Stories of Nettie: Hinsdale's Re-Life Li'l Sebastian
If you're a fan of the NBC sitcom Parks and Recreation, you may remember the recurring character Li'l Sebastian: a mini-horse that is...
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Katharine Korte Andrew
Jan 9
The Historic Brick Streets of Hinsdale: Evolution and Significance
Hinsdale, celebrated for its enchanting charm, historical buildings, and profound heritage, was initially documented by William Robbins...
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Janet Miller
Jan 3
From the Archives: Highland Station
By Janet Miller Last spring we received an inquiry from a gentleman from Metra, wondering if we knew the origin of the Highland Station...
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Katharine Korte Andrew
Dec 1, 2023
The History of 505 South County Line Road
Early History The residence at 505 South County Line Road was built in 1901 by the Lemuel Hinton Freer family on about 50 acres of land....
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