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Thayer Waterworks Spark Thayer Boom and Growth
Thayer Kansas sees a modern water system boost as a new lake, water plant, and distribution lines expand supply. Rural districts contract to buy water, boosting remodeling and new construction. the city hosts a busy downtown with streets repaired and new post office opening. The town, famed for big watermelons, growth after L L G Railroad, and annual Homecoming, continues with grain business and local merchants supporting the community. Mayor Carl Studebaker and Chamber president Harold Sutton lead civic efforts.
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