Iconic coffee bar began small; over 25 years, growth exponential
When remodeling the buildings at 209 and 211 N. Main, in order to accommodate Java Jive, Linn Ayers came across this photo. It shows...
Hannibal pharmacist had ties to San Antonio’s early history
Leonard Orynski was among the performers in the Gilbert and Sullivan opera, “H.M.S. Pinafore,” on March 27, 1879, at Mozart Hall in...
Hannibal native finds niche in the art of classical realism
Hannibal native Shelly Hammock Hubel, of Colorado Springs, Colo., poses in her home studio, surrounded by her artwork. Contributed photo....
Under one roof: Three families in succession called this historic house their home
This historic house at 1900 Harrison Hill dates back to the early 1870s, when it was home to the Theophilus Stone family. Photo...
Milk bottle finds its way back to milkman’s family
Lawrence McGuire, son of P.J. McGuire (1873-1952), is posed in front of his father’s milk delivery wagon. The youngster was born around...
Hayward wore many Hannibal hats, including that of local stage actor
James K. Hayward performed in the Gilbert and Sullivan production, H.M.S. Pinafore, in the late 1870s; a benefit for Hannibal’s First...
Fitzgerald family had long presence on Harrison Hill
This early postcard shows an old farmhouse on Riverview Park property. The exactly location of the house is not known, but with its stone...
Aybar: True believer in the art of dancing
Dr. Edwin Aybar. Contributed photo MARY LOU MONTGOMERY Edwin Aybar, 43, who earned a doctorate degree in music from North Dakota State...
Cruikshank dollhouse finds its way back to Rockcliffe
This dollhouse, a gift to Gladys Cruikshank on Christmas 1896, is once again at home at 1000 Bird Street. Gladys and her sisters grew up...
Scenes from Riverview Park
This postcard was published from an Anna Schnitzlein photo, looking north in Riverview Park. If you look closely, you can see a man...