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Spring Weatner [sic] is Reported in Southern Area

This article appeared in the Humboldt Standard, January 6, 1920. Blocksburg, Jan. 4 – Christmas morning the rain clouds dispersed and since that time we have had beautiful weather, sunny and cloudless, until today. The mornings are white with frost, … Continue reading

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Thomas Murphy

Date: 1880s Description: Tom Murphy was seven years old when he arrived with his family in Blocksburg in April of 1880. He was the youngest son of Dave and Polly Ann Murphy and attended the old Blocksburg school (currently the … Continue reading

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David Murphy Family

Date: Possibly 1890s Description: This photograph was taken at a wedding on the Murphy Ranch. It was taken on the front porch of what is now the June Reger and Henry Muir residence. Pictured in the back row from left … Continue reading

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Murphy Family

Date: Possibly 1890s Description: Pictured are several members of the extended Murphy family. Written on top of the photo is: “Grandpa and Grandma Murphy (sitting). Left to rt. Minnie Murphy, Uncle Jeff, Aunt May Ellen, Rosie Lanley, Hattie Murphy, Aunt … Continue reading

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