Former slave witnessed 'avenue's population
The Osterhout house that once stood at 3254 St. Mary’s Avenue in Hannibal, was sketched in 1953 by Albert Meyer. This sketch shows the...
Mainlands’ hilltop mansion: A relic from Hannibal's past
The Mainland mansion, built upon a bluff to the north of Hannibal’s Market Street. The two-story frame house occupied the prominent spot...
Southsiders petitioned to name new school in Stowell’s honor
A portrait of A.D. Stowell hangs in the entryway to Stowell School, 500 Union, which opened in 2007. Photo contributed by Steve Chou....
Street car mishap left child disabled
Handwriting on this rare 1905-era photo is believed to be that of Sinclair Mainland, whose father, John S. Mainland, was a long-time...
St. Mary’s Avenue landmark fell to wrecking ball in 1939
The two-story frame structure located at 2627 St. Mary’s Avenue in 1939, and owned by George Silman, was scheduled for demolition. the...
Bricks needed for a project? Contractors made their own
Robert B. Elgin and Francis D. Richmond advertised their brick yard in the 1901 Hannibal city directory, accessed via the Hannibal Free...
Stately house on corner of Richmond, Broadway
This 1890’s house served as home for at least three generations of Richmond family members. Francis Richmond (1826-1908) was the first...
Reporter’s subjects ranged from Twain to Jesse James
Robertus D.Love, posted on Find A Grave by Mark Lee Gardner. Reprinted with permission. MARY LOU MONTGOMERY Robertus Love, born Jan. 6,...
Small, historic building has many tales to tell
Remodeling is under way at the historic Hannibal building on the southwest corner of Broadway and Richmond Street. Work has unveiled a...
Neighborhood grocery gone, but not forgotten
Hayes Market served the neighborhood of Broadway where it evolves into St. Mary’s avenue for nearly 30 years, before the building was...