Lamar irrigation carnival educates town on resources
A Lamar celebration out at reservoirs drew about 150 rigs carrying 600 people from town and surrounding counties. The event showcased the irrigation system, King reservoir area, Bishop lake seepage pond, and the town's growth from a rough frontier to a promising city with future prospects and permanent prosperity.
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Lamar
Fort Lyon
Bishop Lake
America
the Plains
Lamar's Anniversary Observed with Sparse Attendance
The first anniversary of Lamar's birth was marked with few citizens present. The account cites events from the May 25, 1887 issue of the Reamren, noting modest celebration and local reaction to the day.
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Boston Cornet Band
Boston
Lamar
Lamar and Whitney
Chas. Hill
Dayton
W. C. T. U. Society
Reamren
Eneedar
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