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Harry Shinabargar’s Cabin Near Hopkins (photo by Ron Houston) 1963

Posted on May 5, 2026 by roger

Here’s a colorful account of a log cabin built by Harry Shinabargar in 1931 near the Iowa border by Hopkins.  The photo was taken in 1963 by Ron Houston.  Shinabarger, who was associated with the Shinabarger store, raised thousands of … Continue reading →

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Kroger Opens at Mary Mart Shopping Center in 1957

Posted on February 10, 2026 by roger

Kroger, which had operated on the east side of the square since 1948, opened Maryville’s first mall supermarket as the anchor tenant of the new Mary Mart Shopping Center in March 1957.  It featured an 800-car parking lot, Value Stamps, … Continue reading →

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