August State Fairs Run Across Illinois and Iowa
The Illinois State Fair in Springfield runs August 13 to 21, showcasing exhibits and events. The Mississippi Valley Fair and Expo sits in Davenport, Iowa, August 14 to 20 with concerts and vendors.
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Newspaper
Thomson Review
Location
Thomson, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1938
Page
3
The Illinois State Fair in Springfield runs August 13 to 21, showcasing exhibits and events. The Mississippi Valley Fair and Expo sits in Davenport, Iowa, August 14 to 20 with concerts and vendors.
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