I often hear people make comments about how Kansas never changes, which I both agree and disagree with. On one hand, most people have the same values and ethics as those who founded the state; but on the other hand, the physical appearance is constantly changing, as shown by these 12 photos of Kansas landmarks (and other miscellaneous locations) throughout the late-1800s and mid-1900s:
- “Doyle Creek, Peabody, Kansas.” (1910)
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- “Waconda Springs, Kansas, Springs, Diver, July 4th.” (1908)
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- Norman No. 1 Oil Well (Neodesha, 1893)
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- Monument Rocks (Gove County, Late 1890’s)
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- Brown Grand Theatre (Concordia, 1907)
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- Camp Concordia (Concordia, 1945)
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- Council Grove Historic District (1912)
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- North Avenue (Topeka, 1903)
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- Kansas State Horticultural Hall (1907)
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- Wilson Railroad Depot (1907)
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- Mushroom Rock State Park (Brookville, Date Unlisted)
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- 9th and Quincy (Topeka, 1946)
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What did you think of these photos? How much has changed over time?
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